Cowboy Hat Capital of Texas

Shop the Cowboy Hat Capital of Texas in Downtown Garland. Master Hatters of Texas — crafting Western hats in Garland since 1968 — will open a limited-time location on the Downtown Garland Square during the summer event season.

Located at 116 S. Sixth St., June 11–July 9, the shop will be open Wednesday–Saturday, 12–7 PM, offering visitors the opportunity to experience the craftsmanship behind a true Texas hatmaker. From shaping to finishing, these Western hats reflect decades of tradition and skill made right here in Garland.

You can also experience Master Hatters of Texas during Music Made Here concerts, March through May, where the brand will appear on-site as part of Downtown Garland’s event season.

Western Hat Giveaway

During Music Made Here concerts, March through May, visitors can enter for a chance to win a traditional 3X Western hat from Master Hatters of Texas.

Stop by the Garland Visitor Center during the concert to register.

The winner will be drawn at 8:15 PM and must be present to win. The winner will select their hat in person at the Master Hatters of Texas location during the event.

Discover the new giant cowboy hat sculpture in Garland

Catch a glimpse of the newest downtown attraction, a 20-foot cowboy hat sculpture, now lighting up the night.

Step Aside, Big Tex: Garland unveils state's largest cowboy hat

The City of Garland, Texas will unveil a 20-foot-wide cowboy hat sculpture on September 27th, making it the largest hat in Texas and celebrating the city's legacy as the Cowboy Hat Capital of Texas.

City of Garland unveils massive hat, marking its place as the Cowboy hat capital of Texas

Three cowboy hat manufacturers are based in Garland.

Garland now home to what could be the largest cowboy hat in Texas

The sculpture is fittingly known as "The Big Hat" was put into place in Downtown Garland on Thursday.

Garland unveils giant cowboy hat sculpture, celebrates Texas roots

The City of Garland is celebrating its newest landmark-a massive cowboy hat sculpture believed to be the largest in Texas. Standing over six feet tall and stretching 20 feet wide, the sculpture honors Garland's title as the official Cowboy Hat Capital of Texas.

Garland honors hat-making legacy with giant cowboy hat and museum exhibit

Garland is celebrating its nearly century-long cowboy hat-making legacy with a new giant hat sculpture and museum exhibit in Downtown Square. The city, officially named the "Cowboy Hat Capital of Texas," showcases its history with brands like Resistol and Stetson, whose hats have been worn by celebrities and presidents.

Here’s what makes it special:

• Collaborative Design: Designers from Dorfman Milano, Hatco, Inc., and Master Hatters of Texas donated classic crown blocks so artist‑fabricator Mello Signs could laser‑scan and merge them into a truly “Garland” profile.
• Craft Meets Culture: Inspired by famous roadside icons like San Antonio’s Giant Cowboy Boots and Dallas’s Eyeball sculpture, The Big Hat will draw visitors, selfie seekers, and Western fashion fans alike.
• Day or Night Appeal: Color-changing LED lighting ensures the hat can be admired around the clock, glowing with Texas pride well into the evening.
• Biggest in Texas: Based on our research, Garland’s Big Hat will be the largest cowboy hat in the Lone Star State, standing tall among all others and ready to claim its place as a true Texas landmark.

Construction and site prep are underway, with complete installation targeted for early September 2025. We’re keeping the final silhouette under wraps to preserve the wow factor—but rest assured: this hat will be a head-turner.