Tomball

Tomball is a small city in Harris County, a part of the Houston metropolitan area. This city was first settled in the mid-1800s when pioneers from Europe discovered that it was fertile and perfect for farming and raising cattle.  Also, its topography made it an ideal spot for a train stop. So, Texas politician Thomas Henry Ball in the early 1900s convinced the Trinity and Brazos Valley Railroad to build a railroad stop. This was the game-changer. Later on, mercantile stores, hotels, and saloons emerged, and then came the oil and gas industry boom.

Over the years, Tomball kept growing into the bustling city that it is today, a perfect compromise between the quiet countryside and big city life. Today, Tomball remains the ideal destination for people seeking for large fun in a small-town setting.

While Texas-born talent like Roger Creager, Larry Gatlin, and others perform live at local listening rooms, annual events like the Rails & Tails Mudbug Festival and the Tomball German Heritage Festival are stage through the year. And, then there is the food. Tomball is also popular for its stand-out cuisine. It is equally home to a one-of-a-kind railroad museum.

Tomball is well-known as a small peaceful home to those who want to get away from the bustle and hustle of downtown Houston. It has a humid subtropical climate characterized by hot and humid summers, and cold to mild winters, making it the perfect destination for visitors seeking to relax in a small and tranquil town setting.

From a smoked meat and place serving craft chocolate to the historic train depot, there is plenty to do in Tomball.