Traders Village

BBQ Showdown 2024
2024-11-22 - 2024-11-23
BBQ Showdown at Traders Village
Sanctioned by Champions BBQ Alliance

Sanctioned Meats
Chicken
Ribs
Pork
Brisket
Jackpots
Cook’s Choice
Payout
$20,000
Payout dependent on turnout: No
Notes
Kids Que Nation
40×40 concrete sites
Early check in available
Top 10 Payout in every category
Contact and Registration
Contact: Thomas
210-422-1178
Contact Promoter

TOY DRIVE 2024
2024-12-08 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Gray Expo, 7979 N. Eldridge Parkway, Houston, TX, 77041
Esta es la temporada de dar, de compartir, de unirnos y juntos hacer la diferencia. Abre tu corazón en esta Navidad y ayúdanos con nuestra tradicional colecta de juguetes.El presentador de Noticiero #TelemundoHouston, Antonio Hernández, te pide que te unas a esta gran causa para niños necesitados y las Familias Hispanas de The Arc of Harris County.Visítanos en Traders Village Houston (7979 N Eldridge Pkwy. Houston, TX 77041) el domingo 8 de diciembre de 12pm-4pm donde podrás disfrutar de música navideña de @Franco y los hijos de Califas, DJs de houston tx y premios en familia.Juguetón 2024

9th annual "Toys for Tots" Toy Drive
2024-12-15 11:30 - 16:00 UTC
Join us for our 9th annual “Toys for Tots” Toy Drive on December 15th hosted by The Squirrel Squad Car Club.
This is a TOY DRIVE for the Toys For Tots program put on by The Marines.
Bring your vehicle (any car or truck) to our Car Show. Open to everyone. Entry into the Car Show = $6 and (1) New Unwrapped Toy for Toys for Tots.
The Marines, Squirrel Squad Car Club, and Traders Village will join forces to collect toys for children who would otherwise not receive a toy from Santa.
The Marines will have containers available for all toys collected.
Also, please feel free to bring a toy for this great event. We have a FULL market full of toys and all it takes is a simple gesture on your part to donate so a child has a toy to open this Christmas.
Bring the kids and let them meet Santa & Mrs. Claus who will be on the Main Stage under the Brown Expo

Join us for great shopping, rides for the kids, awesome fair-type foods, and great music.
Admission is free and just $6 to park

35th Annual Houston Metro Go Texan Cy-Fair Cook-off
2025-01-25 10:00 - 2025-01-26 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Gray Expo, 7979 N. Eldridge Parkway, Houston, TX, 77041
Mark your calendars now for the 35th annual Houston Metro Go Texan Cy-Fair subcommittee cook-off at Trader’s Village!
Get your award winning cook team and smoke your choices of brisket, chicken, ribs and Chef’s choice. Maybe smoking meat isn’t your thing? We are also bringing back that classic Texas favorite chili contest! Maybe cooking at all isn’t your jam and you want to wow the judges with your mixology skills? There will be a Margarita and Bloody Mary contest on scene too!
And by popular demand; we are bringing back our JR cookers category, the youngest of our smoking gurus can join us that weekend and show us what they are made of by smoking up some chops donated to them by an HMGT Committee member!!
Come on out that weekend and join us for fun, delicious meats, creative beverages, wow your mouth chili and most important of all……raising money for our local high school seniors!

AUTO SWAP 2025
2025-01-31 - 2025-02-01
Ladies and Gentlemen start your engines and cruise into Traders Village Grand Prairie for our Annual Auto Swap Meet January 31-Feb 1st.
There will be hundreds of swap meet dealers on hand with parts and accessories, plus all types of classic and antique cars and trucks on display and for sale. You’ll find tires, wheels, grills and unbelievable deals. If you’re a car enthusiast looking for something unique, Auto Swap Meet is the place for you.
If you would like to become a vendor please call Earhart Productions 254-751-7958.
The Auto Swap Meet is free and opens at 8am, only $6 to park. Traders Village is located off Highway 360 in Grand Prairie.

Texas Open Chili Cook-off
2025-02-22 10:00 - 2025-02-23 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Brown Expo
The official state dish of Texas will be served up at the Annual Texas Open Chili Championship on Saturday and Sunday, February 22-23, 2025 at Traders Village San Antonio.
Judges Needed! Taste the best chili around. The only requirement is you must be 18 years of age or older. Sign up under the Brown Expo before Noon!
Join us for great shopping, rides for the kids, awesome fair-type foods, and great music.
Admission is free and just $6 to park

Mardi Gras/Cajun Fest 2025
2025-03-01 - 2025-03-02 | Traders Village Grand Prairie, 2602 Mayfield Road, Grand Prairie, TX, 75052, United States
Celebrate Mardi Gras Traders Village style March 1st & 2nd with Live zydeco bands, stilt walkers, beads, Limited Edition Hurricane Daiquiris, food trucks, and of course plenty of CRAWFISH*!
We will have a Mardi Gras parade throughout the market on Saturday, March 1st which begins at 10AM so come early!
When you’re not toe stomping and eating cajun favorites, SHOP FROM THOUSANDS of VENDORS AND DON’T FORGET YOUR ALL DAY RIDE WRISTBAND starting at only $14.99.
This fun family event can’t be missed, it’s Cajun Fest and Mardi Gras all rolled into one.
Traders Village is located off Highway 360 in Grand Prairie. Don’t miss the party!
*Until supplies last.

West Houston Church of Christ HUGE Garage Sale
2025-03-01 10:00 - 2025-03-02 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Gray Expo, 7979 N. Eldridge Parkway, Houston, TX, 77041
C of C Spectacular Sale is a huge “Garage Sale” conducted by the West Houston Church of Christ.
Merchandise donated and collected all year long by members of church make for a bargain shoppers heaven. Everything sells at some price. Come on down the price is right!
7979 North Eldridge Pkwy
$6 parking

2025 Spring Break Family Fun
2025-03-08 - 2025-03-30
Don’t spend a fortune this Spring Break, bring the whole family to Traders Village for rides, shopping, live music, and family fun every weekend in March! An ALL-DAY ride wristband starts at ONLY $14.99! (plus tax)
Traders Village has an impressive array of amusement park rides including kiddie rides, thrill rides, rides the whole family can enjoy including the Prairie Screamer roller coaster!
Only $6 to park!
No admission fee!
No long lines for the rides!
Save Money! Spend Spring Break at Traders Village… located off Highway 360 in Grand Prairie.

Cajun Days & Corn Hole Tournament at Traders Village
2025-03-08 11:00 - 2025-03-09 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Brown Expo
Saturday & Sunday, March 8-9, 2025. Traders Village Is thrown’ down a HUGE CajunBoil right in the center of the Brown Expo. Plus, some great Live Music as well.
We’ll be servin’ up Cajun Plates from 11:00 am – 5:00 pm both days. Admission is FREE and parking is ONLY $6.
Register for the Corn Hole Tournament taking place on Saturday, March 8! The tournament starts at 1 PM.
To register: https://orders.tradersvillage.com/TVSA/CornHole
Prizes:
1st: $150
2nd: $100
3rd: $75
4th and 5th Runners Up: 4 pack of Rides wristbands
6th -10th Runners Up: Souvenir Cups
In addition to the Cajun Fest, we also have close to 1,000 vendors to shop and for families with kids, we have an All-Day Rides Wristband for our 11 carnival rides for ONLY $11.99.
~COME GET YER CAJUN ON~
Traders Village San Antonio is open EVERY weekend throughout the year. The hours of operation are 9 am – 6 pm with peak shopping times 10 am – 5 pm. Traders Village is located at 9333 S Loop 410 at Old Pearsall Road. Traders Village — MORE Than A Flea Market!

Mochi Fest 2025
2025-03-15 - 2025-03-16 | Traders Village San Antonio, 9333 Southwest Loop 410, San Antonio, 78242, United States
FREE ANIME CONVENTION // ALL AGES
ANIME SHOPS • IMPORT CAR SHOW • EXHIBITORS
Yes, it’s true! #MochiFest is now a 2-day convention!All thanks to our fans, guests, exhibitors, and new members of the community/industry who gave us their support. Y’all are the real MVPs. Get ready for Year 4!
Last year, fans claimed over 2500 badges and lanyards. At that point, we knew MochiFest had grown enough to become an anime convention.
Get ready for 2025 guest announcements!
Purchase your tickets here: https://tickets.eventology.io/e/mochifest2025

2025 Fajita Fest
2025-03-15 - 2025-03-16
Fajita Fest is March 15th and 16th, Come out and enjoy a delicious fajita meal with rice, refried beans, freshly grilled onions and bell peppers. Grab your limited edition Michelada and dance to live Tejano music playing under the Big Red Patio!
This fun family event can’t be missed, it’s Fajita Fest March 15th and 16th!
Traders Village is located off Highway 360 in Grand Prairie. Don’t miss the party!

Auto Swap Meet
2025-03-15 08:00 - 2025-03-16 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Traders Village Houston, 7979 N. Eldridge Parkway, Houston, TX, 77041
EARHART PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS:

Ladies and Gentlemen start your engines and cruise into Traders Village Houston for our Annual Auto Swap Meet March 15&16, 2025.
There will be hundreds of swap meet dealers on hand with parts and accessories, plus all types of classic and antique cars and trucks on display and for sale. You’ll find tires, wheels, grills and unbelievable deals. If you’re a car enthusiast looking for something unique, Auto Swap Meet is the place for you.
The Auto Swap Meet is free and opens at 8am, only $6 to park.

KIDS FEST/FESTIVAL DE LA FAMILIA 2025
2025-03-22 - 2025-03-23
Kids Fest will be packed with exciting games, activities, interactive shows, live music, acrobats, clowns, and face painters! Don’t spend a fortune this Spring Break, bring the whole family March 22-23rd and enjoy live music, family fun, shopping, and amusement park rides at Traders Village!
Traders Village has an impressive array of rides including kiddie rides, thrill rides, rides the whole family can enjoy including the Prairie Screamer roller coaster. An ALL-DAY ride wristband starts at ONLY $14.99!
Only $6 to park!
No admission fee!
No long lines for the rides!
Save Money! Spend Spring Break at Traders Village… located off Highway 360 in Grand Prairie.

Minecraft at Traders Village San Antonio!
2025-03-22 11:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago)
Get ready for a new kind of BLOCK-buster! #MinecraftMovie is taking over Traders’ Village this Saturday 11-4pm with facepainting, cool crafts, and even cooler prizes.
Stop on by and enter a new mine-set! Located in Plaza One, next to the Star Gazer amusement ride.
#MinecraftMovie only in theaters April 4. Get tickets now!

EXPO QUINCEAÑERA 2025
2025-03-23 12:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Gray Expo, 7979 N. Eldridge Parkway, Houston, TX, 77041
Traders Village will be back with our FREE Quinceañera Expo Sunday, March 23rd from 11AM to 5PM. This is an event dedicated to that very special date!
At our “XV Expo Show” you will find lots of different vendors for your Quince celebration; reception halls, photographers, videographers, dresses, choreographers, DJ’s, caterers, photo booths, designers and much more for the perfect Quinceañera.

The Moonwalkers Return
2025-03-23 12:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
FREE! THE MOONWALKERS RETURN! FREE!
GET READY SAN ANTONIO! AFTER 6 YEARS, MICHAEL JACKSON IS BACK AT TRADERS VILLAGE.
EPIC FREE SHOWS WITH A $6.00 PARKING FEE
JOIN US ON SUNDAY, MARCH 23RD BETWEEN 12PM-5PM
IT WILL BE A DAY OF ELECTRIFYING PERFORMANCES AND UNFORGETTABLE MOMENTS.
THIS IS ONE EVENT YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS!
INVITE YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS TO JOIN US FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE SUNDAY FUN DAY!

Dreamscape Quince Fest
2025-03-30 11:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Traders Village San Antonio, 9333 Southwest Loop 410, San Antonio, 78242, United States
Join us at Traders Village for our FREE Quinceañera Expo on Sunday, March 30th, from 11 AM to 4 PM! This event is designed to help you plan the perfect Quinceañera, celebrating one of the most memorable days of your life.
At our “XV Expo Show,” you’ll discover a variety of vendors specializing in all things Quinceañera, including:

Reception Halls

Photographers & Videographers

Stunning Dresses

Choreographers

DJs & Caterers

Photo Booths

Designers, and much more!

This exciting event will be hosted by the lovely Miss Texas Quince, Vianney Cortez.
Admission is free, and parking is only $6.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to meet top industry professionals and make your dream Quinceañera a reality!
For more details, visit Dreamscape Quince Fest.
Interested in becoming a vendor or featuring your logo at the event? Contact us at info@solafidemanagement.com.

Happy Hour at the Hall
2025-03-30 12:00 - 16:30, 2025-04-06 12:00 - 16:30, 2025-04-13 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-04-20 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
🎉 Sunday Funday Happy Hour at Trader’s Hall! 🎶
Join us at Trader’s Hall in Trader’s Village San Antonio every Sunday for the ultimate Happy Hour experience! From 12 PM to 1 PM, enjoy discounted beer and Micheladas to kick off your afternoon right.
But the fun doesn’t stop there! Stick around for live music from 12 PM to 4:30 PM, featuring amazing local artists to keep the good vibes going all afternoon. Whether you’re here to relax, dance, or enjoy great drinks with friends, Sunday at Trader’s Village is the place to be!
🗓 When: Every Sunday
⏰ Happy Hour: 12 PM – 1 PM
🎵 Live Music: 12 PM – 4:30 PM
📍 Where: Trader’s Hall at Trader’s Village San Antonio
Bring your friends and family and make it a Sunday to remember! 🍺🎤☀️

Bayou City Cajun Fest APRIL 5th-6th
2025-04-05 - 2025-04-06 | Gray Expo, 7979 N. Eldridge Parkway, Houston, TX, 77041
Returning for another weekend with a pinch of Zydeco, a bit of swamp pop and a whole lot of Cajun music, and you’ve got the ingredients for…The Traders Village Houston Cajun Fest. Get ready to party hearty, creole-style, as the Annual Cajun Festival cooks up big fun in another great weekend of fun and delicious Cajun food. The event will be held under the Gray Expo.
Enjoy free toe-tapping Cajun music each day starting at 12 noon. This year our featured bands will make you jump out of your seat and you won’t be able to stop your feet from dancing to the crazy Cajun beat.
3 bands per day!
LINEUP:

LT & the Zydeco Mob

Boomtown Brass Band

Zydeco Dots

Platinum Players Zydeco Band

Bayou Roux

Bourbon Street

It’s an event that can’t be missed. Live music, dancing, Cajun foods, and bodacious bargains!
Admission to Traders Village Houston is FREE and it’s just $6.00 to park.
SHOPPING, RIDES, FESTIVALS, FOOD!

Quinceañera Expo 2025
2025-04-06 11:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
Traders Village will be back with our FREE Quinceañera Expo Sunday, April 6th from 11AM to 5PM. This is an event dedicated to that very special date!
At our “XV Expo Show” you will find lots of different vendors for your Quince celebration; reception halls, photographers, videographers, dresses, choreographers, DJ’s, caterers, photo booths, designers and much more for the perfect Quinceañera.
Traders Village is located off Highway 360 in Grand Prairie. No admission and only $6 to park.

COMICON APRIL 12 & 13, 2025
2025-04-12 - 2025-04-13 | Gray Expo, 7979 N. Eldridge Parkway, Houston, TX, 77041
🌟 Get ready for an EPIC weekend of geekdom at Traders Village Houston’s COMICON! 🌟
📅 Save the Date: April 12-13, 10 AM – 5 PM 📅
🚀 Unleash your inner superhero and join us under the iconic Gray Expo for a mind-blowing adventure! 🚀
🔥 Here’s a sneak peek at what awaits you:
🐢 Cowabunga Factory & TMNT Appearances!

Get up close and personal with your favorite Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles! 🐢🍕

🎤 Meet the MastersTalent:

Christina Kelly
Adam Gibbs
Taylor Hannah
Jessica Strauss
Molly Searcy

Amazing on stage performances by: Cristalized Dance, Ghostdata, Alan Z.
🚗 Time-Traveling: Snap a picture with the iconic Jurassic Park theme cars, and other jaw-dropping displays that will transport you to different dimensions! 🚗✨
🎉 PLUS: , Collectibles, Comics and SO much more! 🎉
🔥 Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime experience at Traders Village Houston’s Comicon! 🔥
🎟️ Admission is FREE, and the excitement is priceless! 🎟️
📍 Location: Traders Village Houston, Gray Expo Date: April 12-13 ⏰ Time: 10 AM – 5 PM (Both Days)
📣 Spread the word, tag your fellow geeks, and let’s make this Comicon the talk of the town! 🚀🤩 #TVHComicon #GeekOutAtTVH #ComiconHouston

Easter Eggstravaganza
2025-04-12 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago)
Join Traders Village for our 19th annual Easter Eggstravaganza on Saturday, April 12, 2025! Gates open at 10 am
Bring your Easter basket as there will be lots of FREE Easter eggs filled with goodies

Thousands of Eggs

Lots of door prizes for kids of all ages

Pictures with the Easter Bunny

Superheroes and Princess appearances

PLUS MUCH MORE!

Children will line up for Easter eggs based on their age
Schedule:
Ages 0-3 10:30 am
Ages 4-6 11:15 am
Ages 7-9 12:00 pm
Ages 10-12 12:45 pm
They will also have lots of vendors handing out goodies for the kids!!
Admission is FREE | Parking $6

Coffee, Cigars, Camaraderie Countrywide Tour presented by PublicSq.
2025-04-13 11:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
BAD Outdoors Countrywide Tour – San Antonio, TX Stop
📅 Date: April 13, 2025🕚 Time: 11:00 AM📍 Location: Traders Village San Antonio, 9333 SW Loop 410, San Antonio, TX
Join BAD Outdoors on our Countrywide Tour, presented by PublicSquare, as we make a stop in San Antonio, TX! This patriotic event is dedicated to honoring and uplifting veterans while fostering strong community connections.
🔹 Veteran Engagement – Veterans can sign up for exciting outdoor adventures and gain access to valuable resources.🔹 Community Connection – Meet local businesses and nonprofits dedicated to veteran support.🔹 Networking Opportunities – Connect with like-minded individuals and organizations making a difference.🔹 Nonprofit Engagement – Learn how nonprofits assist veterans and discover ways to contribute.
This is a unique opportunity to celebrate and support our veterans while engaging with businesses and organizations committed to their well-being.
✨ Be part of the movement and make a lasting impact in the veteran community!
📞 Contact Us:🌐 Website: www.badoutdoors.com📧 Email: account@badoutdoors.com📍 Address: 257 N. Calderwood St #338, Alcoa, TN 37701📞 Phone: 865-895-4696
Don’t miss out! Join us for this incredible event in San Antonio! 🇺🇸

28th TX Alamo Aloha Fiestaval
2025-04-26 10:00 - 2025-04-27 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Traders Village San Antonio, 9333 Southwest Loop 410, San Antonio, 78242, United States
If you’ve been dreaming of a tropical getaway, you’re in luck. Look no further than Aloha Fiestaval at Traders Village in San Antonio.
This unique and beautiful event brings the spirit of Hawaii to Texas with authentic Hawaiian acts, vendors, and food. It’s the perfect opportunity to experience the culture and traditions of the islands without leaving the mainland!
The festival features acts and vendors that fly in from Hawaii, as well as local talents and artisans that bring the sights, sounds, and flavors of the islands to San Antonio. From traditional hula dancers to Polynesian craft vendors, there’s something for everyone at Aloha Fest.
But let’s not forget about the food! With many food vendors featuring Hawaiian and Polynesian foods, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to indulge in the flavors of the islands.
Free Admission | $6 Parking

Rumba En El Rojo con Tito Puente Jr.
2025-04-27 12:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
Put you dancing shoes on and come celebrate with us at Traders Village with our Rumba En El Dojo with Mambo legend Tito Puente Jr. and Cuban singer Idania Y Su Candela Latin Allstars.
Come early and shop from thousands of vendors in the open-air market. And don’t forget to buy your all day wristbands for only $14.99.
Rumba En El Rojo is a free family event. Traders Village is located off Highway 360 in Grand Prairie.

CINCO DE MAYO 2025
2025-05-04
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Traders Village Sunday May 4th with live music, dancing, festivities, traditional food and family fun! We will have amazing performances by recognized local artists of every genre.
Come early and shop from thousands of vendors in the open-air market. And don’t forget to buy your ALL-DAY ride wristband starting at ONLY $14.99!
Cinco is a FREE family event. Traders Village is located off Highway 360 in Grand Prairie.
