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Tuesday night was a great night for kids here in East Texas because they got to stay up a little later than usual and go door-to-door trick-or-treating as they were dressed up in their favorite Halloween costumes. Now that the fun is over it's time to look forward to the weekend and what all there is to do around the area.

If you like to window shop and shopping, in general, this is going to be a good weekend for you. The weather is going to cooperate. It's expected to be sunny with some clouds and highs in the low- to mid-70s. So if you head outside to a trade days event or hit up the carnival it's going to be extremely comfortable.

Here's a look at this weekend's events in East Texas.

For more information on any of these events, click or tap on the event name to be redirected to their official event page or website.

Canton First Monday Trade Days

Thursday - Sunday
downtown Canton

Shop til you drop at the world's largest and oldest flea market.  First Monday Trade Days has more than just a little something for everyone, they have a lot for everyone!  There is something there just waiting for you to purchase that you just can't live without.  There is also live music and plenty of food to satisfy any appetite.

Fall Carnival

Thursday - Sunday
Broadway Square Mall - Tyler

The fall carnival is back in Tyler. Here's your opportunity to ride carnival-style rides, play games on the midway, and eat a lot of fair-style foods, including corn dogs, funnel cakes, cotton candy and so much more. There is no admission to visit, but all rides require tickets or armbands that are available for purchase.

Tyler Comic & Anime Con 2023

Saturday and Sunday
Cascades Country Club Event Center - Tyler

It's an event for all not just comic and anime lovers. There will be panels of guests, vendors, and more.

Tales In The Dark: Night Hike

Saturday @ 7p
Purtis Creek State Park - Mabank

Join a ranger for a night hike and learn about legends passed down from the Caddo and Wichita Native Americans! It'll be a mile and a half round trip hike in the dark.

Apache Belles Pow Wow Camp

Saturday @ 8a
Tyler Junior College - Tyler

It's a day filled with fun and dancing with the Tyler Junior College Apache Belles.

Palestine Trade Days

Saturday @ 10a
Oak St. - Palestine

The first Saturday in Palestine offers a unique shopping experience for anyone and everyone. There is shopping, food trucks, events, live music and more.

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