Welcome to the Bowie Chamber

Incorporated in 1883, Bowie began with a population of 1,100 settlers and 50 local businesses. Today, its population numbers 5,400, with industries ranging from apparel and athletic goods manufacturing, to agriculture, energy, machine manufacturing, and strong retail trade.

The Bowie Chamber of Commerce has been saying welcome to the community for the past 114 years.  The chamber is an active organization made up of businesses and individuals working for economic development, tourism and improvements within the community. It also works at spreading the news about Bowie by maintaining a full time office. 405 W. Wichita Street (corner of Hwy 59 South and Wichita Street), Bowie Texas. 866-872-1173

Lodging: Lodging and RV Parks (click Here)


BOWIE SPORTS ASSOCIATION for Youth Baseball Sign-ups

Regional organizations

Texas Heritage Trails  -  Texas Lakes Trails Region
Red River Valley

Tourism Association  -  Red River Valley Tourism
'Nostalgic' Video available of Bowie
: A Bowie picture video "This Town is Home" was created by Kim Gray, It's all about the 'Good Old Days' in and around Bowie! Listen and watch a small portion. (ClickHere)

Map of Bowie and surrounding areas. (MAP)  

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Casino Night in Bowie Texas - June 15

Casino Night - June 15, 2013, Bowie, Texas

Casino Night is our newest event that the Chamber of Commerce is hosting.

Date: June 15, 2013
Where
: Bowie Community Center - 413 Pelham Street Bowie, Tx, 76230
Time
: 7pm -10pm.
Age Requirement:
18 and older
Tickets
: $20 Donation

Casino night is open to the public although a ticket is needed to attend. There is a suggested donation of $20 per ticket which is available from the Bowie Chamber of Commerce.



Welcome to the Bowie Chamber

2nd Monday Trade Days

2013: May11-12, June 8-9, July 6-7
Bowie's Second Monday is currently one of the largest flea markets on the North Texas Circuit

. With 452 large lots located on 5 acres, vendors have access to restrooms and shower facilities onsite, and are only a short drive from many restaurants, convenience stores, etc.  Bowie's Second Monday visitors always feel at home.  So come visit us in Bowie on the Friday, Saturday or Sunday before the second Monday of every month and enjoy a time honored tradition. You'll always have a great time shopping Second Monday!  Click

Here to Learn More.


June 20 from 12 noon till 1. Third Thursday Quarterly. March, June Sept, Dec.

Bowie Connections Quarterly Luncheon

Bowie Industries, Inc., Bowie, Texas
BOWIE INDUSTRIES, INC.
Speaker Dean Meyers of Bowie Industries, Inc., will share his experience in the family owned manufacturing industry as well as talk about the company’s history of manufacturing Hydro-Mulchers and shipping around the world.

  Where: Bowie Community Center, 314 Pelham.

  Public Invited. RSVP by June 18th. Cost: $10.

                         Event Sponsor (click picture Link)

Bowie Connections

The Bowie Bank, 200 Walnut Street, Bowqie Texas

The Bowie Bank
200 Walnut Street
Bowie, Texas 76230 - 940-872-2205

Lunch Sponsor: TBA
Automotive Sponsor: Patterson Auto of Bowie

**Chamber Members may set up a display (free) at this event. Non-members $25. Call Bonnie at 940-872-1173 if your business would like to sponsor one of the monthly events.


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FREE DOCUMENT 'SHRED-A-THON'
May 11, 2013 (9-12 noon)


JIM BOWIE DAYS RODEO, PARADE & FESTIVAL
June 23-29, 2013

 During Welcome to the Bowie Chamberthe last weekend of June, Bowie comes alive with the festivities of Jim Bowie Days Festival and Rodeo. The nightly Rodeo is one of the largest amateur rodeos in Texas. Daytime activities include: parades, games for young an

d old (such as frog jumping and turtle racing), a Bass Tournament, Quilt Show, Indian Artifact Show. Find out more about this exciting family event by visiting Bowie, Texas on the 'ol Chisholm Trail. Click Here to Learn More.

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Western Heritage Roundup  Sept 28-29, 2013

Again this year is the WESTERN & RANCH EXPO with 50 vendors. Visit them in 19,000 Square Foot Climate Controled Bowie Community Center. Proceeds benefit the Montague County Child Welfare Organization.

Welcome to the Bowie ChamberFor a taste of the cowboy life attend this family western event September 28-29 in Bowie Texas on the old Chisholm Trail.  There will be cowboy music, poetry and stories along with chuck wagon's cooking mighty tasty vittles, Deep in the Heart of Texas Ranch Rodeo, Cowboy Jail, and Western and Ranch Expo for shopping.  A must see is...Pokey the Clown's Junior Ranch Rodeo. This is a children's ranch rodeo consisting of teams that compete in Pokey the Clown's rodeos throughout the summer, Cow Dog exhibition, Stagecoach rides, plus the Kid's Peddle Tractor Pull competition. Join us under the huge oak trees in Bowie's historic Pelham Park.  (Click Here for more info)

Welcome to the Bowie ChamberCycling Event added in Bowie Texas! Saddle up your bike and join in the 1st Annual Western Heritage Roundup & Ride, cycling event (10, 20, 40 or 70 mile ride). To enter this bike ride event find them on facebook or look them up on bikereg.com or email. Scenic routes through the rolling hills of southern Montague County. Rest stops and SAG support provided. Info Link

Follow the Western Heritage Roundup on facebook!

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CHICKEN & BREAD DAYS HERITAGE FESTIVAL Oct 5, 2013

Saturday, October 5, 2013. Plans are already underway for the 18th Annual Chicken and Bread Days Heritage Festival, from 10 AM - 3 PM.

Patrons can expect traditional favorites that include the Fiddler's Contest, Art Show and Competition, Pedal Tractor Pull, Quilt Show, BBQ Cook-off and Piston Heads Auto Club Car Show and exciting new 18th anniversary activities have been added! So, plan to spend the day in downtown Bowie Texas.

We’re closing the streets for this fun event at the intersection of Smythe Street, Tarrant Street, and Walnut Street. 940-872-6246

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FANTASY OF LIGHTS CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL
Dec 7-8, 2013Welcome to the Bowie Chamber

Always the first Saturday in December, this festival is one of the favorites. Includes Santa's Workshop arts and crafts show, free photos with Santa and ends with a nighttime Fantasy of Lights Parade at 7 pm. Christmas Tour of Homes is Sunday (940-872-1585), An added feature this year, is a FREEZE OUT 5-K fun run/walk (940-872-1173 on Sunday Dec 2nd, benefitting Patsy's House Child Advocates. For more information call 940-872-6246