Round Top Show Dates Simplified: Your Complete 2025-2026 Calendar

The Round Top antique show dates for 2026 are: Spring Show March 14–28, Fall Show October 17–31, and Winter Show January 22–25. The show runs along an 11-mile corridor across Round Top, Warrenton, and Carmine, Texas, with 48 venues and 1,500+ vendors. Not all venues open on the same date — some open a week early, others only for the main weekend. The spring, fall, and winter shows each run about two weeks; the winter show is four days.

If you've ever tried to figure out when to visit the Round Top Antiques Show, you know the confusion is real. Every venue posts different dates, some open early, some open late, and Google gives you fifty different answers.

We're here to fix that.

The Simple Answer

The Round Top Antiques Show happens three times a year:

Show	2025 Dates	2026 Dates
Spring Show	March 22 - April 5	March 14 - 28
Fall Show	October 4 - 18	TBD
Winter Show	N/A	January 22 - 25

Pro tip: These are the "main" dates when most venues are open. Some venues open a few days early, and a handful stay open longer.

Why the Dates Are So Confusing

Here's the thing most people don't realize: there is no single "Round Top Antiques Show."

What started in 1968 as one small show at the Big Red Barn has grown into 48+ independent venues spread across 11 miles of Highway 237. Each venue sets its own schedule.

That's why you'll see:

Big Red Barn advertising October 11-18
Marburger Farm advertising October 15-19
Blue Hills advertising October 4-18
Random blogs saying "late September through October"

They're all technically correct—for their specific venue.

The Three Types of Venues

Understanding this will save you a lot of frustration:

1. Early Openers (Full Show Length)

These venues open at the start of the official dates and stay open the entire time:

Blue Hills
Market Hill
Excess Fields (Bar W, Northgate)
The Horseshoe
The Compound

Best for: Getting first pick of inventory, avoiding the biggest crowds

2. Late Openers (Last Week Only)

These are the "big name" venues that only open for the final week:

Big Red Barn (The Original Round Top Antiques Fair)
Marburger Farm

Best for: Seeing the most curated, high-end antiques

3. Year-Round Shops

These are open all year, not just during show weeks:

Round Top Village shops
Junk Gypsy
Henkel Square shops
Round Top Mercantile

Best for: Off-season visits, avoiding crowds entirely

When Should YOU Go?

Go Early (First Week) If You Want:

First pick of inventory
Smaller crowds
Better parking
More time with vendors
Access to the "picking fields"

Go Late (Last Week) If You Want:

To see Marburger Farm and Big Red Barn
The full festival atmosphere
More food trucks and events
Potential end-of-show deals
The "running of the bulls" at Marburger opening

Go Mid-Show If You Want:

A balance of selection and crowds
Vendors restocking with fresh items
Easier lodging availability
A more relaxed pace

Venues That Charge Admission

Most Round Top venues are free to enter. Only three charge admission:

Venue	Admission	Notes
Big Red Barn / Continental Tent	~$10-15	Ticket good for entire show run
Marburger Farm	$15 general / $40 early / $175 VIP	VIP sells out fast
Hodges Farm (Kenney)	~$5	Smaller venue, worth it

All other venues are free, though some charge $5-15 for parking.

The Winter Show: Worth It?

The Winter Show (late January) is much smaller than spring, fall, and winter, but it has advantages:

Pros:

Significantly smaller crowds
More intimate shopping experience
Vendors are more willing to negotiate
Easier to find lodging
No Texas heat

Cons:

Fewer vendors (maybe 20% of the main shows)
Some favorite venues may be closed
Unpredictable weather (it can be cold!)
Limited food options

Our take: If you've never been to Round Top, go to a Spring or Fall show first. If you're a seasoned shopper looking for deals and hate crowds, the Winter Show is a hidden gem.

Mark Your Calendar: Key Dates for 2025-2026

Fall 2025

October 2: Early fields start opening (Warrenton area)
October 4: Most major venues open
October 11: Big Red Barn opens
October 15: Marburger Farm opens
October 18-19: Last day for most venues

Winter 2026

January 22-25: Winter Show (limited venues)

Spring 2026

March 14: Early venues begin opening
March 21-22: Most major venues open
March 28: Last day for most venues

Note: Dates can shift slightly. Always confirm with specific venues before booking travel.

Don't Miss: Opening Day at Marburger

If there's one "must-see" moment at Round Top, it's opening morning at Marburger Farm. Serious collectors line up before dawn, and when the doors open at 9 AM, it's chaos—in the best possible way.

People literally run to their favorite dealers. Items sell within minutes. It's the closest thing antique shopping has to a sporting event.

If you want this experience, buy your tickets online in advance (they sell out) and arrive by 7 AM to get in the early admission line.

Plan Your Trip with Round Top Finder

Confused about which venues to visit? We've got you covered.

Use Round Top Finder to:

Browse all venues with photos and descriptions
See real-time show dates for each venue
Find vendors by category (furniture, jewelry, textiles, etc.)
Get directions and parking info
Discover restaurants and lodging nearby

Download the app before your trip so you can navigate the 11-mile stretch without losing your mind (or your cell signal).

Quick Reference: 2025-2026 Show Dates

Show	Dates	Best For
Fall 2025	Oct 4-18	Full experience, fall weather
Winter 2026	Jan 22-25	Deals, small crowds
Spring 2026	Mar 14-28	Bluebonnets, pleasant weather

Save this page, bookmark it, screenshot it—whatever you need to do. And when someone asks you "when is Round Top?", you'll finally have the answer.

Happy hunting!

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Browse all venues on the interactive map or download the Round Top Finder app to plan your trip.