Texas Getaway Sweepstakes

We teamed up with Travel Texas to invite sports fans and adventure seekers to design their dream Texas getaway! By using the Travel Texas Trip Builder, fans can explore the best of what the Lone Star State has to offer and then enter below for a chance to win the ultimate Texas vacay, inspired by their own dream itinerary.

TERMS: NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. ELIGIBILITY: Must be eighteen (18) (or age of majority in resident state) or older to enter. This Giveaway is open only to individuals who are residents of the United States of America and the District of Columbia (excluding residents of Texas, Alaska, Hawaii, Rhode Island, overseas military installations, Puerto Rico, and other U.S. Territories). WINNER NOTIFICATION: Winner be will be chosen at random on January 22, 2026. Winners will be notified via email. CONDITIONS: Prizes are non-transferable. No cash redemption or substitution will be allowed. By entering the sweepstakes, I agree to sign up to receive newsletters and special offers from The GIST. Sweepstakes is subject to federal, state, municipal, and local laws and regulations and is void where prohibited.

Good Luck 🤞🏽

Thanks for entering! You should receive an email confirming your contest entry soon. We'll be selecting a grand prize winner for the Texas Getaway Sweepstakes brought to you by Travel Texas on January 22, 2026.

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This contest is now closed. The winner will be contacted on January 22, 2026.

Dreaming up a destination vacation, but not sure where to go? Travel Texas is here to help! Whether you’re planning a sports-filled weekend, a foodie road trip, or a little of both, now’s your chance to turn a dream getaway into reality.

Here’s how it works: Head to the Travel Texas Trip Builder and map out your perfect adventure. Once your plans are set, enter for a chance to win an all-inclusive trip to the Lone Star State to turn dreams into reality. Think of this as an exercise in personal travel planning, but with way better perks.

Plus, score 10 bonus entries (!!!) if you share a link to your trip from the Travel Texas Trip Builder when you submit your contest entry on the left — just look for the 🔗 symbol to collect your trip URL.

Not sure where to start? Add ideas like:

Unwind on the Gulf Coast’s sandy beaches or discover vibrant birding spots and lush eco-habitats in the Rio Grande Valley.

Dive into Texas’ legendary live music scene and savor authentic, slow-smoked BBQ served straight from the pit.

Adventure through the dramatic landscapes of Big Bend, or explore Palo Duro Canyon, the second-largest canyon in the U.S.

Raise a glass in Texas Wine Country, where 350+ wineries pour bold reds and crisp whites against sweeping Hill Country vistas.

Experience the state’s rich history at the Alamo, the modern skyline of Dallas, the cowboy spirit of Fort Worth, or Houston’s ever-evolving culinary scene.

However you plan to experience Texas, from city lights to coastal sunsets, this is your sign to start building the trip of your dreams today. Let’s Texas!