Fayetteville Courthouse Music Series Returns This October

The Fayetteville Courthouse Music Series, presented by Arts for Rural Texas, returns this October with live acoustic shows every Tuesday evening on the historic courthouse square in Fayetteville.

“The lineup for this October is very exciting,” Mike Stroup, Fayetteville’s mayor, said. “Fayetteville residents and people from surrounding communities really look forward to these Tuesday night concerts at the courthouse. ARTS does a great job of procuring excellent musicians of various genres,” Stroup continued.

The talented singer/songwriter, Kelley Mickwee, a member of the Red River Songwriters, will kick off the series on October 7. Drew Kennedy, another esteemed singer/songwriter and member of the Red River Songwriters, will take the stage on October 14. George Ensle, who performed his musical songplay, “Small Town Sundown” in the ARTS’ Ross Gallery in June, will be back to perform October 21. Former Nashville songwriter, Bernie Nelson, will close out the series on October 28.

George Ensle said he’s excited to be back in Fayetteville. “What better atmosphere than an authentic venue bringing that true Texas feeling and old school vibe together with an evening of story and song,” Ensle stated.

“We want to encourage people who are in the area for the antiques show to come and enjoy what Fayetteville has to offer. That’s one reason we chose to have the music series in the months of October and March. Plus, those two months tend to have pleasant weather in this part of Texas,” said event organizer, Sandra Borne.

Attendance to the show is free, but there are family and corporate sponsorships available. In addition to supporting singer/songwriters, the series raises money for the Fayetteville Courthouse Preservation Fund. Monies left over after paying the artists and for any advertising will be presented to the city of Fayetteville in May 2026.

The event is sponsored in part by Fayette County Record, Fayetteville Propane, Mary and Evan Quiros, and several other Fayetteville and area residents. For more information or to inquire about sponsorships, please call Sandra Borne at 512-971-3901.