Film Friendly Texas - City of Granbury

Granbury, Texas offers filmmakers something rare: a place where story, setting, and community all come together effortlessly.

Located a short distance southwest of Fort Worth and Dallas in the Prairies and Lakes region of Texas along the Brazos River, Granbury blends authentic historic charm with diverse natural backdrops. At its heart is the Historic Granbury Square—the first courthouse square in Texas listed on the National Register of Historic Places. With beautifully preserved architecture, walkable streets, and a vibrant mix of shops, galleries, and restaurants, the Square offers a ready-made set for productions seeking timeless Americana, small-town life, or period storytelling.

Beyond downtown, Lake Granbury provides expansive waterfront ideal for everything from outdoor adventure scenes to tranquil lifestyle moments. Rolling landscapes, wooded trails, and open spaces nearby create opportunities for filming boating, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, and more—all within minutes of one another.

Granbury is also a community that knows how to host. With over 40 events and festivals each year, a thriving arts scene anchored by the restored Granbury Opera House, and a welcoming network of local businesses, the city is accustomed to accommodating visitors and large-scale gatherings. A range of lodging options—from boutique inns to full-service properties like the Granbury Resort Conference Center—ensures cast and crew are comfortably supported.

The city’s infrastructure further strengthens its appeal. The Granbury Parks and Recreation Department maintains over 450 acres of public spaces, including parks, athletic fields, City Beach Park, and marina areas, offering flexible locations and production-friendly environments. Additional assets such as Granbury Regional Airport provide convenient access for crews and equipment as well as great filming opportunities for flight scenes.

Recognized as USA Today’s Best Historic Small Town in America multiple times and proudly known as the Celebration Capital of Texas, Granbury is more than a backdrop—it is a partner in bringing stories to life. Here, filmmakers will find not only visually compelling locations, but also a community eager to collaborate, support, and help make every production uniquely memorable.

Community Filmography: God's Here (2024) • We're Here (TV Episode: 2022) • 1883 (TV Series: 2021-2022) • Cash Pad (TV Episode: 2019) • Downed: Behind Enemy Lines (Documentary: 2019) • The Dark and the Wicked (2019) • The Daytripper (TV Episode: 2015) • Valley Peaks (2009) • The Legend of Hell's Gate (2009) • Mouth of Caddo (Short: 2008)

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