Nocona Nights

Nocona Nights is sponsoring:

* Friday Night  Street Dance with Mark Murphy and the Highway 82 Band.  We are selling a few $200 VIP tables for 8 guests down front.  All others bring folding chairs with $10 entry.  The VFW will have a bar there with drinks available..Send us a text or email if you’d like to reserve a VIP table.  We only have a few. 

* Mini concerts at Larry Lemons’ Gallery and the Justin Building Award Ceremony 

*Grand prize of $500 for Best of Show 

Thanks for your support of this weekend.  It’s going to be a great weekend of Art and Music, highlighted by Michael Hearne and Friends including Jimmy Stadler! at our Saturday night Nocona Nights dinner/concert. , 

Presley Haile is a rising Texas singer-songwriter whose music blends country and Americana with honest storytelling, strong melodies, and a distinctly roots-driven sound. Hailing from Hamilton, Texas, she has built a growing following through original songs such as “Mountain Daughter” and “Lone Star State of Mind,” and through live performances that have continued to expand her audience across the Texas and Americana music scenes. In 2025, she released her five-song EP Off To Find A Sunny Day, a project that reflects her love of nature, personal reflection, and emotionally grounded songwriting. 

For this program, Presley brings the same warmth, authenticity, and heartfelt artistry that have made her one of the most promising young voices in Texas music. As she continues performing at venues and events around the region, including current tour dates listed on her official site, she remains focused on sharing songs that connect deeply with listeners and showcase her gift for meaningful, story-centered music. 

April 11th at the Veranda Inn at 6:00pm.

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The Jason Roberts Band is a premier Western swing group based in Texas, led by award-winning fiddler Jason Roberts. Known for preserving and revitalizing the classic Texas swing sound pioneered by legends like Bob Wills, the band blends energetic fiddle playing, smooth vocals, and tight ensemble musicianship. Jason Roberts himself gained national recognition as a longtime member of Asleep at the Wheel, where he won multiple Grammy Awards for his fiddle work. Today, his own band carries forward the rich tradition of Western swing with lively dance tunes, authentic arrangements, and performances at dance halls, festivals, and music events throughout Texas and beyond.

February 21st at the Veranda Inn at 6:00pm.

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Cowboy Christmas Ball at Veranda Inn Event Center at 6 PM; prime rib dinner 6:30

December 13, 2025

Save October 10,11,12, 2025 in Nocona for a fun weekend of Art and Music at the Fifth Art of the Song Festival! Several music venues Friday and Saturday, highlighted by Cooder Graw on Saturday night at Nocona Nights (limited tickets at noconanights @gmail.com). Juried art show Friday and Saturday at the Justin Building. Sunday gospel singing in the downtown park.

(sponsors Nocona Nights; Chisholm Trail Art Association; Nocona Chamber of Commerce, The V)

“Topo Chico Cowboys (Josh Grider and Drew Kennedy) performed at Nocona Nights last night. 

Our 23rd year is in the planning stage with performers being booked for next season with four dinner/concerts.  Special thanks to our Volunteers and Patrons for 22 years of incredible support!

In July current Patrons will be offered first opportunity for limited number of tickets. For waiting list text “noconanights@gmail.com “

Josh Grider & Drew Kennedy

April 12, 2025

Veranda Inn

A poet of optimism and maturity” (Lonestar Music magazine), Grider has fully embraced his status as a musical Swiss Army Knife, expanding his reach deeper into collaboration — as evidenced by projects with longtime friend Drew Kennedy (Topo Chico Cowboys, Vol. 1 and 2) and his wife.  (Josh and Kristi Grider Live at Gruene Records).  His songwriting prowess is in high demand as he traverses Music Row writing rooms to return to the creative well and deliver “just what country music fans need right now” (Taste of Country).  Look no further than 2020’s “Country’s Comin’ Back” and “American Anthem” as proof.  

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