Forty Years of Going Nuts: Aubrey's Peanut Festival Returns October 3
The 40th Annual Aubrey Peanut Festival arrives October 3, with a parade deadline of September 24 and a theme saluting the totally awesome '80s.
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Aubrey ISD's New Virtual Program Gives High Schoolers a Different Path to Graduation
Aubrey ISD launches Chaparral Course Connection this fall, offering high schoolers a virtual and hybrid alternative for earning credits.
Fruit Jar Junction Market Returns to Downtown Aubrey on September 5
The monthly Fruit Jar Junction Market runs 9 AM–1 PM at Veterans Memorial Park. Here's what to know before you go.
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Brighton Abbey Throws Open Its Garden Gates on September 10
Aubrey's Brighton Abbey invites the community inside for an open house evening on September 10, unveiling the venue's storied garden spaces.
Fruit Jar Junction Brings Farmers, Artisans, and Homemade Goods to Downtown Aubrey This September
The monthly Fruit Jar Junction Farmers Market returns to Veterans Memorial Park on Sept. 5, 9 a.m.–1 p.m., featuring local vendors and handmade goods.
Aubrey ISD's New Chaparral Course Connection Gives High Schoolers a Flexible Path to Learning
Aubrey ISD launches the Chaparral Course Connection virtual and hybrid program for high school students in fall 2026.
Brighton Abbey Opens Its Gardens to the Public on September 10
Brighton Abbey invites Aubrey residents to tour its estate gardens and chapel venue during a free open house on Thursday, September 10 at 5 PM.
A Food Truck From the Coast Pulls Into Aubrey for a Weekend Feast
Cousins Maine Lobster brings fresh lobster dishes to Oak Tree's Beer Garden in Aubrey on August 22, giving locals a taste of the coast.
Aubrey's Weiner Fest Brings the Community Together at Oak Tree's Beer Garden This Sunday
Aubrey's Weiner Fest lands at Oak Tree's Beer Garden on Sunday, Aug. 23, starting at noon — a community food festival worth circling on your calendar.
Aubrey Moves Closer to Its Sports Complex Dream With a Key Hire
The Aubrey City Council has selected Dean Construction as the construction manager for the long-anticipated Aubrey Sports Complex.
Dachshunds, Local Vendors, and an August Afternoon: What Is Aubrey Weiner Fest?
NTX Vintage Market brings Aubrey Weiner Fest to Oak Tree's Beer Garden on Aug. 23, 2026 — a family-friendly afternoon of dachshunds and local shopping.
Aubrey ISD Launches Chaparral Course Connection for High Schoolers This Fall
Aubrey ISD's new Chaparral Course Connection program brings virtual and hybrid learning options to high school students starting fall 2026.
Aubrey's 40th Annual Peanut Festival Is Coming — and the Parade Needs You
The City of Aubrey is accepting parade applications for the retro-themed 40th Annual Peanut Festival, with a deadline of September 24.
Aubrey Parks & Trails: An Outdoor Guide
A local guide to Aubrey's parks, trails, and outdoor spaces — from downtown green spaces to Ray Roberts Lake and the Greenbelt.
Saturday Nights at the Park: Aubrey's Summer Music Series Brings Texas Country to Main Street
Aubrey's free Summer Music Series at Veterans Memorial Park features live Texas country, a beer garden, vendors, and newly renovated grounds.
Things To Do in Aubrey
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Ray Roberts Lake State Park
Swim beaches, boat ramps, fishing piers, campgrounds and miles of trails just north of town across the Isle du Bois and Johnson Branch units.
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Horse Country, U.S.A.
More than 100 working horse ranches surround Aubrey — the reason the town has long been nicknamed Horse Country, U.S.A.
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Historic Downtown Aubrey
The walkable old Main Street district at the heart of Aubrey's railroad- and peanut-era heritage, and home to the Peanut Festival and Motor Fest.
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Ray Roberts Greenbelt Corridor
A roughly 20-mile hike-and-bike trail along the Elm Fork Trinity River, with about 12 miles also open to horseback riders.
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Fruit Jar Junction Farmers Market
A downtown farmers market held on the first Saturday of the month through much of the year.
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Sandbrock Ranch Lakes
Two catch-and-release fishing lakes, a splash pad and a treehouse lookout inside one of Aubrey's largest master-planned communities.