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.

 'Little Dribblers' Boys National Tournament coming to Bowie, Texas

We'd like to welcome our "Little Dribblers' visitors coming on April 11-14, 2012.

We will have a link to our Bowie Little Dribblers soon. This link will help with lodgin, restaurants and lots of 'cool' things to do while you're here!

In the meantime....here is a link to local lodging:

Lodging and RV Parks (click Here)

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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)

Listen to the KNTX Radio 'Chamber Update' (Click Here)

Interactive Map of Bowie and surrounding areas. (MAP)  

 

 

Welcome to the Bowie Chamber

2nd Monday Trade Days

2012: Feb 11-12, March10-11, April 7-8, May 11-12, June 9-10, July 7-8
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.

Western Heritage Roundup

September 29-30, 2012
New this year is the WESTERN & RANCH EXPO with 200 vendors. Brand New 19,000 Square Foot Climate Controlled Building.

For 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, a Ranch Rodeo, Cowboy Jail, and western vendors 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, Horemanship Training exhibition, Sheep Herding exhibition. And don't forget the Kid's Peddle Tractor Pull competition and State Finals. Join us under the huge oak trees in Bowie's historic Pelham Park. (Click Here for more info)

 

CHICKEN & BREAD DAYS HERITAGE FESTIVAL 2012

Saturday, October 6, 2012. Plans are already underway for the 17th AnnualChicken 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, and Piston Heads Auto Club Car Show and exciting new 17th 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.

FANTASY OF LIGHTS CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL 2011Welcome to the Bowie Chamber

DECEMBER 1-2, 2012 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. An added feature this year, is a FREEZE OUT 5-K fun run (940-872- on Sunday Dec 2nd, benefitting Patsy's House Child Advocates. For more information call 940-872-6246

 

JIM BOWIE DAYS RODEO, PARADE & FESTIVAL 2012

JUNE 24-30, 2012. 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 and old (such as frog jumping and turtle racing), a Rodeo Queen Contest, Bass Tournament, Quilt Show, Indian Artifact Show, Car Show. Find out more about this exciting family event by visiting Bowie, Texas on the 'ol Chisholm Trail. Click Here to Learn More.