Business Details
Your Destination for Ice Cream, Music, and Local Treasures
Kilgore Mercantile & Music is a multifaceted destination combining a nostalgic ice cream parlor, music education hub, and curated country store. Established to serve both locals and visitors, we offer BlueBell Ice Cream, Dublin Bottling Works sodas, and a menu of classic treats like shakes, sundaes, and all-beef hot dogs. Our music school partners with experienced instructors to teach guitar, piano, drums, and more, while our country store showcases locally made products including preserves, handmade jewelry, vintage toys, and souvenirs. We host monthly events like bluegrass jams and community festivals, fostering a vibrant gathering space in historic downtown Kilgore. Committed to supporting local artisans, we feature handcrafted goods and regional literature alongside affordable instruments and accessories. With free WiFi and board games, our parlor provides a welcoming environment for families and friends to connect over shared experiences. Our annual Tractors Trucks & Fun event highlights our dedication to community engagement through pop-up vendors and live entertainment.
Services
Ice Cream Parlor
Music Lessons
Country Store
Weekend Events
Music Store
Highlights and features
- We partner with experienced local music instructors for all skill levels.
- Our country store exclusively features Texas-made products and souvenirs.
- Monthly bluegrass jams and annual community festivals foster local engagement.
- We offer a unique blend of retro dining, education, and retail under one roof.
- Free WiFi and family-friendly board games create a welcoming atmosphere.
What people say
Delicious BlueBell Ice Cream
Family-friendly environment
Unique local crafts
Monthly live music events
Great vintage toy selection
Questions
What ice cream flavors do you offer?
We serve 33 BlueBell Ice Cream flavors and 15 Dublin Bottling Works soda varieties.
Do you provide music lessons for beginners?
Yes, our instructors teach all skill levels from age 6 to adult.
Are your country store products locally sourced?
All food items and crafts come from Texas-based producers and artists.
What weekend events do you host?
Monthly bluegrass jams, seasonal festivals, car shows, and our annual Tractors Trucks & Fun event.
Can I rent instruments from your store?
We focus on sales but offer consignment instruments and lesson packages.
Do you allow outside vendors at your events?
Our annual event accepts 30 approved pop-up vendors through a formal application process.
Reviews (2)
Stacy Ham
Jun 09, 2021
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This is an amazing little store hidden among the boutique shoppes of Kilgore. First, they serve one of the best chili dogs ever! Second, the owners and ladies that work there all have amazing personalities and are eager to greet ya with a smile. Third, it reminds me of an old general store with the penny candy. Love the vibe. And last but not least, the store mascot, Rosie, is by far worth the trip in. This makes the perfect lunch date for couples married a year or 50years. Truly one of my faves in Kilgore!!
Tim Parker
Jun 09, 2021
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Great local spot in Kilgore. Very good selection of ice cream and jellies. My first visit was during Cruise Night in downtown Kilgore. I didn't have the chance to visit the music/guitar side of the business, but I will be back for sure. Had a great time here! Very friendly staff too!