Groovfest

GroovFest is Tomball's free, family-friendly retro music festival, held each fall at Tomball Depot Plaza, 201 South Elm Street, in Old Town. It began in 2018 as a rebrand of the city's Beetles, Brews & BBQ event, with Beatles and 1960s music as its original focus, and has since expanded to celebrate '70s, funk, rock and other retro sounds. GroovFest 2026 took place on Saturday, September 26, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The City of Tomball promotes live music performances, vibrant vintage vehicles including Volkswagens, interactive photo booths, local vendors with crafts and festival food, and kids' activities such as face painting, a bubble station, stilt walkers and a dedicated play zone. Admission and parking are free. The festival is a fun way to experience Old Town Tomball's event scene, and the shops and restaurants of downtown are steps away. Check the city's events calendar for next year's date.