Waxahachie Texas - The Downtown Square in Waxahachie, with its charming turn-of-the-century architecture and friendly people, is truly a  time capsule  of an era long since past.  One can easily take a step back, for just a little while,  to a place and time when values were a little clearer and life a little simpler.   Waxahachie offers the visitor this opportunity to use their imagination to go back to another era such as turn of the century 1905, or perhaps the roaring 1920's by just walking the downtown square.  Your imagination is your only limitation! 

If it's shopping or antiques you are looking for, the Downtown Square is home to many unique gifts and antique shops and fine restaurants just waiting to be discovered and explored!   We love Waxahachie and know you will too!

The Rogers Hotel Damaged

Due to water damage sustained in the recent thunderstorm, the Rogers Hotel is  temporarily closed. We have learned that a drain pipe on the roof apparently became clogged and caused water to collect on the roof which then entered the hotel.  The depth of the water on the roof was about 18 inches. Full Story

Upcoming and Ongoing Events

Scarborough Renaissance Festival

April 5 to May 26, 2008 Saturdays, Sundays and Memorial Day Monday 10 AM to 7PM Free Parking

Step through the gates of Scarborough Village and feel your cares slip away. Thrill to the thunder of hooves and crash of lance on shield at the joust. Watch in amazement as birds of prey swoop just inches above your head at the command of the Royal Falconer.

Enjoy swordplay, comedy, music and other unique entertainment on 21 stages. Witness artisans create one-of-a-kind works of art. Browse 200 quaint shoppes for unique handmade jewelry, clothing, leather goods and other offerings

Farmers Market  Coming in May

The Waxahachie DowntownSquare Farmers Market each Saturday beginning in May through the last Saturday of October.The Ellis County Master Gardeners join local farmers at the Downtown Waxahachie Farmers Market.  more information

 The 40th Annual Gingerbread Home Tour

The Gingerbread Home Tour and Arts and Crafts Festival is just  a little more that a month away. From the information we have,  it is going to be a spectacular event for 2008. Full Story

A d v e r t i s i n g   S p e c i a l

Waxahachiedowntown.com is offering a  Gingerbread  Trail  Advertising Special  for the months of May and June for Waxahachie businesses .  In 2007,  from May 1 to June 30th, the website received over 31,000 visitors searching for information on the best places to eat, where to sleep, and  the best places to shop.  This offer is open to any business in Waxahachie or Ellis County.  For details call 972-723-0295  Sponsorships for the Gingerbread Trail Section are also still available.

Beautifully Restored Craftsman Home For Sale

One of  kind opportunity to enjoy gracious living in a magnificently restored historic home in the "Gingerbread Capitol of the Texas". Incredible workmanship, lovely hardwood floors, and granite througout this charming home. more information

D o w n t o w n   N e w s

Gingerbread Special  Maxwell Jewelry

Ladies ring - White gold 1 Carat Wedding set regularly $2600.00 . . .On Sale $1700.00
Mens ring - Yellow gold 14k 3 Diamonds regularly $2900.00. . .On Sale $1200.00
For Special mention that you saw this offer on the Waxahachiedowntown.com
more information

Gingerbread Special - Scotts Furniture

As a Special for the Annual Gingerbread Trail Tour of Homes, Scott Furniture is offering a store wide -SALE 10% off all items in store.  For Special mention that you saw this offer on the Waxahachiedowntown.com  more information

Gingerbread Special  - Happy's Furniture

Furniture Sale - Scratch and Dent Sale 106 Rogers Waxahachie Texas. Get some great bargains on named brand furnture.
For Special mention that you saw this offer on the Waxahachiedowntown.com  more information

Going Out of Business Sale

First Bloom Market - Sale May 29 to May 31st - Store wide Sale 50% off all merchandise. more information

Gingerbread Trail Special - 512 Tea House

During the Gingerbread Trail the 512 College Tea House will stay open 11:00 AM till 8:00  PM Saturday and Sunday for lunch and dinner. Their menu features delicious light lunches and a wide variety of teas.   more information

Need a Homemade Cupcake ?

Two-Sisters Lunchbox Cafe sells a lot of specialty cupcakes.  "Our cupcakes are made from “scratch” every day using only the best ingredients: Unsalted butter, unbleached flour, More information

Need A Lamp or Chandelier Rewired?

My Father's House can rewire your lamp or chandelier, antique or contemporary.  They also carry a complete line of restoration and refinishing supplies. more information

Stained Glass Classes

 Mosaic Madness - Come join the fun and learn the art & craft of creating your own stained glass masterpiece -  Beginner & Advance classes. more information

The Busy Bee Cafe in May Pearl is FORSALE

The Busy Bee Restaurant has been in business in May Pearl Texas since 1971. Owner  Frank Liekis has informed us they are wanting to sell the business an are asking $299,000.00.  Remax Suburban South is handling the Sale.  more information

Items Wanted

Kips Big Boy Dolls and Banks

Mr Michie Tanaka of Suginami-ku, Tokyo is interested in purchasing any Kips Big Boy Dolls, Banks or any item of the Kips Big Boy series.  more information  If you have any of these items you may contact me and I will get you in touch with Mr. Tanaka.  The Emporium |  Charles

Recommended Shopping

Gifts, Antiques and Collectibles

• Old Town Village Antiques
• The Dove's Nest Gift Shop