Quilt Shows by State
Quilt Shows in Texas
1 major quilt show in Texas for 2026 — dates, locations, and what to expect.
Major Texas quilt shows in 2026
Quilting in Texas
Texas has its own quilting community, traditions, and shops. Texas is the only state to have the flags of six nations fly over it. For local quilters, the state's active guilds run annual or biennial shows that are smaller than the national circuit but often easier to attend.
Major shows Texas quilters travel for
The largest quilt shows in the US worth a road trip from Texas:
QuiltCon
Raleigh, NC · Feb 19
The premier modern quilting convention — bold solids, negative space, and the cutting edge of contemporary patchwork.
AQS QuiltWeek Paducah
Paducah, KY · Apr 22
The longest-running major quilt show in America — Paducah is the spiritual home of the AQS and a bucket-list trip for serious quilters.
FAQ about Texas quilt shows
What major quilt shows are in Texas?+
Texas hosts 1 major quilt show that we track: Houston International Quilt Festival. Each is listed above with 2026 dates and details. Texas also has dozens of state guild shows and local exhibits that are not in this directory.
Where is the closest major quilt show to Texas?+
The closest major quilt show in Texas itself is Houston International Quilt Festival in Houston.
Are there quilt guilds in Texas?+
Yes — Texas has multiple quilting guilds. Browse our guild directory for a list of active Texas guilds, including Modern Quilt Guild affiliates and local traditional guilds.
What about quilt shops in Texas?+
See our Texas quilt shops directory for a list of independent quilt shops in the state. Texas also participates in regional shop hops — see our 2026 shop hop calendar for events affecting your region.