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Activities in the community generally center around local residents, school activities, sportsmen/women, and tourists.

HANG GLIDER

Hang Gliding

Zapata is known around the world when it comes to setting world records for hang gliding & Paragliding.

During the summer, a constant South-Easterly wind blows and this wind; which is carrying cooler, moist air from the Gulf of Mexico; gets forced upward, which creates lift...and you have a recipe for lots of soaring potential.


County Fair

The Zapata County Fair is one of the largest small town fairs in Texas and includes top stars in country & western and tejano music, coronation of Fair Queen, street dances, trail ride, carnival, youth livestock projects, rodeo, impressive arts and crafts, 5k run, and food exhibits and a charming parade that a real slice of rural Americana.

Youth Programs

Youth Programs are ongoing during the year including Boys & Girls Club Programs, Little League, Slap Shots Roller Hockey League, Library Summer Youth Program, 4-H Clubs, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and many others.

Other community events include 4th of July celebration, Noche Mexicana (a night of entertainment with stars from Mexico), Earth Day, Spring Fun Run & Walk (5k run/2 mile walk).

Don't forget the annual Tommy Gray Memorial Bass Tournament, Veteran's Day Celebration, Zapata Open Golf Tournament, and Winter Texan Appreciation Day. Others include concerts, dances, cook-offs, and school functions.