About Vernon

Lodging | Dining | Shopping | Things to Do | Historical Locations

Where you can find authentic Texas Cowboy culture, rodeos, local and regional museums, and historical sites. We have a full calendar of events every year from our Historic Santa Rosa Roundup Rodeo in May to the always exciting Summer’s Last Blast Car Show and Cruise Night in August. When you are driving through North Texas always remember to Visit Vernon.

tourism@vernontx.gov

(940) 552-2581

Education

*District wide STEAM events are hosted to encourage learning outside the classroom*

*The Friday Night Lights shine bright at Leo Brittain Stadium*

Vernon Independent School District has five campus throughout the city. As well as learning from stellar teachers, students can participate in a wide variety of extracurriculars from FFA to UIL sports and academics! The district often hosts family learning nights for students to engage with even more disciplines outside of school.

*The Vernon College Campus is safe and picturesque for students walking from their dorms to classes*

Vernon College is an accredited, comprehensive community college offering academic, career and technical education programs, as well as community classes to prepare students for employment or for successful transfer to a four-year college or university.

*Small class sizes at Vernon College make receiving one on one instruction easier*

Community and Events

Vernon may seem small- but it is mighty! Community members support one another every day through acts of kindness, volunteer work, and charitable giving. Businesses can often be seen supporting healthcare workers through donations, churches regularly host free meals and deliver groceries to those who are shut-in, and children help improve the community through scout projects!

*Wilbarger General Hospital employees enjoying Mr. Jim’s Pizza*

*Summer’s Last Quack at Orbison Aquatic Center*

The City of Vernon hosts numerous events throughout the year for residents and tourists. Two popular events that bring in travelers from all around are Summer’s Last Blast and the Santa Rosa Roundup!

Summer’s Last Blast Antique Car Show. Photo by Molly Beth Photography — *Summer’s Last Blast Antique Car Show. Photo by* *Molly Beth Photography*

Wine Walk on Main. Photo by Molly Beth Photography — *Wine Walk on Main. Photo by* *Molly Beth Photography*

Innovation

Texas A&M Agrilife Research Center in Vernon has multiple ongoing research projects to improve agricultural practices and quality of life in the Panhandle-Plains region of Texas.

The Forage Breeding Program produces cool-season perennial forage grasses that are resilient to climate change in the Southern Great Plains. The Ornamental Plant Breeding Program has developed an array of novel flower colors in winter-hardy and tropical hibiscus species.