Plus other competitions at blueberry festival
NACOGDOCHES, TX, May 21, 2025) – Thanks to Tony and Annette Diggs, owners of Blue Thumb Pool Care, the long-running Blue Washer Board Tournament will have a visually appealing update. The Diggs have built 20 washer boards, and contestants will enjoy the blue theme that links the pool care business to the blueberry festival.
“It is very hard not to want to be involved in such an amazing festival that brings our community together,” Tony said. “For Blue Thumb to host the Blue Washer Tournament is a perfect fit to give back to the community.”
The tournament has been an attraction for washer pitching enthusiasts for years and sponsored by Badders Law Firm. The Diggs are proud to take the event to a new level for the 35th Annual Texas Blueberry Festival presented by Tipton Ford.
“We are enjoying working with the other festival leadership and the Nacogdoches County Chamber, which has been instrumental in building our business in East Texas,” Annette said.
The tournament will be held on the west side of Festival Park. Start time is 10 a.m., Saturday, June 14. Participants can sign up in advance online or contact the Nacogdoches County Chamber, 936-560-5533. On-site registration for a walk on bracket will be open the day of the event until 9 a.m. Entry fee is $20/person and cash prizes will be provided by event host Blue Thumb Pool Care.
Other competitions at the 35th Annual Texas Blueberry Festival presented by Tipton Ford are:
Running of the Blueberries featuring 5K / 10K / one-mile routes on the Lanana Creek Trail. Running enthusiasts of all levels are invited to participate in our chip-timed 5K and 10K. Dog owners are invited to walk/run with their leashed and furry companions. The 10K will start at 7:15 a.m., 5K run will start at 7:30 a.m., and One Mile will immediately follow 5K. Please email dogparknac@gmail.com for registration options.
Blue Pies Smiling at Me Pie Eating Contest hosted By McWilliams Heating, Cooling & Plumbing. Registration begins at 9 a.m. on Pilar St. near City Hall. Free of charge for children and adult competitions. Come hungry, leave messy!
Paul Kendrick Memorial 42 Tourney benefiting The Salvation Army of Nacogdoches. Registration available in advance or at 8 a.m. on tournament day. Tournament begins at
9 a.m. at the Nacogdoches County Courthouse Annex meeting room, 101 W. Main St.
(one block from the brick streets and across the near the Nacogdoches Farmers Market). Option for individual and team registration, $20/person and $40/team.
Blueberry Festival Car Show celebrates all forms of motor on wheels with 14 categories for entries, including People’s Choice. Car show runs from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and sponsored by Motorhomes of Texas, RV Outfitters of Texas and Fiberglass of Texas and hosted by Divergence Media.
Blueberry Cupcake Battle benefiting Family Crisis Center of East Texas offers categories for amateur and professional bakers. Entry fee is $25 and entries must include six cupcakes that will be judged on theme, appearance and flavor. Deadline for entries is 10 a.m. at the new location, Mast Hall, 317 E. Main St.
Please note that the Critter Costume Contest will be held at 6 p.m., Friday, June 13 at The Fredonia Brewery. Pet contestants should be dressed to impress and will strut their stuff on stage for all to appreciate. Contact Joanna Temple, joannatemple62@gmail.com for more information.
All events of the 35th Annual Texas Blueberry Festival presented by Tipton Ford can be found at www.TexasBlueberryFestival.com, or contact the Nacogdoches County Chamber at 936-560-5533.