Gingerbread Trail Tour of Homes – Waxahachie, TX

June 6-7, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Daily

the “Gingerbread City,” welcomes you to the 56th Annual Gingerbread Trail Tour of Homes

One of our oldest and most beloved annual events that has been Waxahachie tradition for 56 years is the Gingerbread Trail Tour of Homes taking place on June 6-7, 2026. Organized by the Ellis County Museum, this curated tour invites visitors to explore the intricate detailing, craftsmanship, and design that earned the city its whimsical nickname "The Gingerbread City".

2026 Featured Homes

This year’s self-guided tour features six private historic residences, each offering a rare glimpse into Waxahachie’s architectural legacy. Confirmed homes on the 2026 Trail include:

239 Patrick Street - Craftsmen style
905 W Marvin Avenue - Craftsmen style
108 Farley Street - Craftsmen/Cottage
1109 W Main Street - Spanish Craftsmen
115 Virginia Avenue - Craftsmen
1109 E Marvin Avenue - Craftsmen

Additional tour stops

Historic Ellis County Courthouse Tours - Step inside one of Texas’ most architecturally celebrated courthouses. Guided tours showcase the building’s spiral staircases, grand rotunda, and ornate stonework.
Ellis County Master Gardeners’ Garden Tours - Guided by certified Master Gardeners, these tours offer expert insight into native plants, seasonal color, and sustainable landscape design.
Ellis County Museum – Delve into Waxahachie's rich past with museum exhibits, available only to Gingerbread Trail ticketholders during the Trail weekend.
Ellis County Women's Building: Celebrating 100 Years in 2026!

History of the Gingerbread Trail

Founded in 1968 by the Ellis County Museum and local preservationists, the Gingerbread Trail began as a grassroots effort to celebrate Waxahachie’s unparalleled concentration of Victorian homes. Over the decades, it has grown into one of Texas’ most treasured heritage tourism events, drawing thousands of visitors from across the region and beyond.

The term “Gingerbread” refers to the highly decorative wood trim that adorns many of Waxahachie’s historic homes—intricate scrollwork, spindles, and lattice that resemble the embellishments on a gingerbread house. Today, this annual celebration not only preserves the city’s historic fabric, but also supports local history programming through the Ellis County Museum.

Featured Home

For Tickets, Add-On's & Other Information

https://www.gingerbreadtrail.org

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