[image id="9246" title="ranch hand festival" class="size-medium wp-image-19645" width="198" height="300" ] The Old West meets hi-tech at the Ranch Hand Festival. You'll need to download the app on your smart phone to keep up with all the great events at this year's festival!

KINGSVILLE RANCH HAND FESTIVAL NOV. 22-24—Get a taste of cowboy culture at the Ranch Hand Festival in Kingsville this weekend. The festival features wine and tequila tastings, live music, cooking demonstrations, chuck wagon cooking, art, storytelling, book signings by local authors and more.

Partnered with the annual Ranch Hand Breakfast held at the King Ranch, the festival kicks off the town's annual La Posada holiday celebration.

Events get under way on Friday with a mural unveiling, Little Miss La Posada and a concert.

The Ranch Hand Breakfast begins the fun on Saturday  from 7 to 11 a.m. at the King Ranch. Tickets are $6 and can be purchased at the King Ranch Saddle Shop or Visitors Center, Kingsville Visitors Center or at the breakfast. The money benefits local charities. Park in downtown Kingsville and take the free shuttle bus to the breakfast.

Back in the center of town, a full line up of events begins, including music and a Coals in the Fire Dutch Oven Cook-off featuring dessert, bread and main dishes.

On Sunday, attend Cowboy Church with music, food and free coffee, beginning at 10 a.m.

Cowboys have entered the hi-tech generation. Download the Ranch Hand Festival app (available on the App store) to help you pick your favorite events and plan your schedule.

Sounds like a rootin', tootin', hi-techin' good time!