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Nestled in the heart of the Lost Pines region, Bastrop County is your new getaway without having to go far away.

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Tue 01

People and their pets walking along the Bastrop River of Lights trail.

Bastrop

Bastrop River of Lights 2020

December 1

7:00am - 10:00pm

December 1 @ 7:00 am - 10:00 pm

Fisherman’s Park Bastrop Organizer: City of Bastrop Parks & Recreation

Fri 04

Nature Days – Fall 2020

December 4

9:30am - 12:30pm

December 4 @ 9:30 am - 12:30 pm

McKinney Roughs Nature Park

Fri 04

UTV Tours at McKinney Roughs – Fall 2020

December 4

5:00pm - 7:00pm

December 4 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

McKinney Roughs Nature Park

Fri 04

Scream Hollow Twisted Christmas banner

Smithville

Scream Hollow Twisted Christmas 2020

December 4

6:00pm - 11:00pm

December 4 @ 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Scream Hollow Smithville

Fri 04

Bastrop

Theater: Elf The Musical

December 4

7:30pm - 9:00pm

December 4 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Bastrop Opera House Bastrop

Fri 04

Smithville

Theater: A Tuna Christmas 2020

December 4

7:30pm - 9:00pm

December 4 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Playhouse Smithville Smithville

Sat 05

McDade

1st Annual McDade-Elgin VFD Lighted Christmas Parade

December 5

6:00am - 7:00pm

December 5 @ 6:00 am - 7:00 pm

McDade, Texas McDade Organizer: Elgin Volunteer Fire Department and McDade Volunteer Fire Department

Sat 05

Bastrop 1832 Farmers Market

Bastrop

Bastrop 1832 Farmers Market

December 5

10:00am - 2:00pm

December 5 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Bastrop 1832 Farmers Market Bastrop Organizer: Bastrop 1832 Farmers Market

Our Communities

Bastrop

Bastrop, named the “Most Historic Small Town in Texas,” is renowned for its beautiful outdoors, historic folklore, delicious food and charming personality. MORE

Elgin

Elgin, the “Sausage Capital of Texas,” produces over three million pounds of sausage annually at its award-winning BBQ joints. MORE

Smithville

Historic Smithville, perhaps best known as the location for 1998 movie “Hope Floats,” proves that a small town can create the “World’s Largest Gingerbread Man.” MORE

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Nothing like a beautiful day at the park to start

Nothing like a beautiful day at the park to start your week!📍: Buescher State Park 📷: @mikelduke #ExploreBastropCounty

We have some fun, holiday events throughout the mo

We have some fun, holiday events throughout the month of December! Check out our events calendar for what socially-distanced, holiday events are going on in Bastrop County at the link in our bio! #ExploreBastropCounty

Our bellies may be full from Thanksgiving, but we

Our bellies may be full from Thanksgiving, but we will always have room for a plate of barbecue from @southsidebbq! 📷: @nashvilledaydrinker #ExploreBastropCounty

Happy Thanksgiving! We are thankful for everyone a

Happy Thanksgiving! We are thankful for everyone and everything that makes Bastrop County a wonderful place to visit! What are you thankful for? #ExploreBastropCounty

Beauty as far as the eye can see! Grab your shoes,

Beauty as far as the eye can see! Grab your shoes, water, and a friend!📍: Bastrop State Park 📷: @adventurous_mae #ExploreBastropCounty

If you're grabbing a slice to eat make sure to sto

If you're grabbing a slice to eat make sure to stop off at @honeyspizza! They won't disappoint! 📷: @bitsofwander #ExploreBastropCounty

Share a smile and adventure with a fun visit to @z

Share a smile and adventure with a fun visit to @ziplostpines! They are open year-round! Call to book your reservation today! #ExploreBastropCounty

Plan the perfect road trip with our #Adventure290

Plan the perfect road trip with our #Adventure290 Guide! Click the link in our bio to download our passport to start your adventure! 📷: @dontdropdead_fred

Check out the Dinosaur Park - Texas this weekend o

Check out the Dinosaur Park - Texas this weekend on @thetexasbucketlist! Click the link in our bio to see when and where you can watch! 📷: @oureveryjlife #ExploreBastropCounty

Looking for great food + beer? Check out @602brewc

Looking for great food + beer? Check out @602brewco during your next visit to Bastrop! You can sip on a flight while enjoying the live music! 📷: @kahlifornio
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@lowercoloradoriverauthority has weekly educationa

@lowercoloradoriverauthority has weekly educational programs at McKinney Roughs Nature Park and Lake Bastrop! From 'Art in the Park' to 'STEAM' Lab, there's a program here for every child and adult! Click the link in our bio to check out their events calendar. #ExploreBastropCounty

Today is National Take A Hike Day! It's one of our

Today is National Take A Hike Day! It's one of our favorite days because we have so many perfect places to go out and explore! Enjoy a hike here in Bastrop County soon!📍: Bastrop State Park 📷: @thetexastrailhead #ExploreBastropCounty

Back Door Cafe is back!! Stop by for lunch, dinner

Back Door Cafe is back!! Stop by for lunch, dinner, or why not both! They are offering indoor dining and take-out, so feel free to check out their daily menu and call to place your order! 📷: @carlolgarcia #ExploreBastropCounty

Congratulations to @coppershotdistillery for winni

Congratulations to @coppershotdistillery for winning the 2020 @texas_downtown Award for Best Commercial Interior! If you haven't gotten the chance to step inside and see for yourself we highly recommend visiting soon! #ExploreBastropCounty

Enjoy a beautiful, fall day in Smithville, TX for

Enjoy a beautiful, fall day in Smithville, TX for their Airing of the Quilts on Saturday, Nov. 14! Walk along their historic Main Street and see the beautiful quilts that will be hung all around town! Afterward, enjoy a delicious meal at one of their local restaurants and shop around! #ExploreBastropCounty

We take today to honor all those who have served o

We take today to honor all those who have served our country. Thank you, veterans. #ExploreBastropCounty #VeteransDay

Need a fun road trip plan? Try our self-guided "Wh

Need a fun road trip plan? Try our self-guided "Whiskey, Wine, & Ale Trail" throughout Bastrop County and check out these Texas natives! We recommend contacting businesses ahead of time for a reservation. 📍: @wildbunchbrewing 📷: @singyoursongtotheworld #ExploreBastropCounty

Grab your bike and ride! Rocky Hill Ranch is ready

Grab your bike and ride! Rocky Hill Ranch is ready with their 25 miles of exhilarating trails meant for mountain biking, trail running, and hiking! 📷: @la_meragrandota #ExploreBastropCounty

Good Morning from Bastrop County! We always enjoy

Good Morning from Bastrop County! We always enjoy catching the sunrise over Fisherman's Park! 📷: @amstation #ExploreBastropCounty

Have you checked out Smithville's newest Wine Bar

Have you checked out Smithville's newest Wine Bar and Live Music venue, Fat Cat Lounge and Cafe? Click the link in our bio to see their lineup of musicians who will be performing in November! #ExploreBastropCounty