Texas Cowboy Poetry Week
August 12, 2025-August 12, 2025 -
USA, USA
Texas Cowboy Poetry Week is a unique event that celebrates the art and tradition of cowboy poetry. This genre captures the essence of the cowboy way of life, including their work, humor, and experiences.
The history of cowboy poetry dates back to when cowboys would recite poems and stories during long cattle drives, preserving their culture and stories.
The tradition of cowboy poetry gatherings started gaining popularity in the 20th century. It culminated in the establishment of the National Cowboy Poetry Gathering in Elko, Nevada, in 1985.
This gathering was pivotal, bringing together cowboys and poets to share their work and stories, and it inspired the creation of similar events, including Texas Cowboy Poetry Week.
Texas Cowboy Poetry Week has its roots in the tradition of storytelling and poetry among cowboys. Initially, these stories and songs were a way for cowboys to entertain themselves and keep their spirits up during hard and lonely work.
However, as technology advanced, cowboy poetry transformed into a form of artistic expression aimed at preserving cowboy life. The genre gained popularity, leading to the first official celebration of Texas Cowboy Poetry Week in the 1990s.
The event has an inclusive nature, welcoming not just cowboys but anyone with an appreciation for the cowboy lifestyle and its traditions.
12 Aug 25
00:00 - 23:59
Texas Cowboy Poetry Week
