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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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Sat 27

Bastrop

Bird City Bastrop’s BIG SIT 2021

February 27

8:30am - 11:00am

February 27 @ 8:30 am - 11:00 am

Fisherman’s Park Bastrop Organizer: Bird City Bastrop Texas

Sat 27

Bastrop 1832 Farmers Market

Bastrop

Bastrop 1832 Farmers Market

February 27

10:00am - 2:00pm

February 27 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Bastrop 1832 Farmers Market Bastrop Organizer: Bastrop 1832 Farmers Market

Sat 27

McDade

Hawk Walk 2021

February 27

1:00pm - 2:00pm

February 27 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Rising Sun Vineyard McDade

Sat 27

Elgin

Family Ride Night

February 27

6:00pm - 11:00pm

February 27 @ 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Texas Lost Pines Riding Club Elgin

Sat 27

Bastrop

Country Rewind Tour

February 27

6:00pm - 11:30pm

February 27 @ 6:00 pm - 11:30 pm

Community Gardens Bastrop

Sun 28

UTV Tours at McKinney Roughs – Fall 2020

February 28

9:30am - 11:30am

February 28 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am

McKinney Roughs Nature Park

Tue 02

Bastrop

Open Riding Days at Mayfest Park

March 2

8:00am - 10:00pm

March 2 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 pm

Mayfest Hill Park Bastrop Organizer: City of Bastrop Parks & Recreation

Thu 04

Elgin

Elgin Texas Farmers Market 2021

March 4

4:00pm - 7:00pm

March 4 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Elgin Memorial Park Elgin Organizer: Elgin 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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This patty melt from Old Town Restaurant & Bar has

This patty melt from Old Town Restaurant & Bar has been on our minds! We can't wait to go get one soon! 📷: @holysandwiches #ExploreBastropCounty

Join @hyattlostpines for their “Live at Lost Pin

Join @hyattlostpines for their “Live at Lost Pines” music series on March 5 - 6! There will be some unforgettable performances by the best bands around! This is a music series, so make sure to check back here for their other dates and start planning your stay today! #ExploreBastropCounty

There's beauty in exploring neighborhood parks!📍: Elgin Memorial Park 📷: @autumn.pearson.09 #ExploreBastropCounty

@communitygardensbastrop is having the Country Rew

@communitygardensbastrop is having the Country Rewind Tour on Saturday, February 27! Get your tickets today at the link in our bio to see musicians @darrylworley, @bryan_white, and @officialandygriggs! #ExploreBastropCounty

Which margarita are you going to order today? Don'

Which margarita are you going to order today? Don't forget that today, February 22, is National Margarita Day!📍: @guadalajarabastrop #ExploreBastropCounty

Oh hello there Bastrop County! 😍 📷: @pandulc

Oh hello there Bastrop County! 😍 📷: @pandulce_abs #ExploreBastropCounty

Enjoy tee time along the Colorado River at @golfpi

Enjoy tee time along the Colorado River at @golfpineforest! They have an awesome 18-hole golf course that's ready for you! #ExploreBastropCounty

Get your foodie fix with @jaliscosfood.truck! They

Get your foodie fix with @jaliscosfood.truck! They serve delicious tacos and more, which you can eat on their large dining porch or take to-go! #ExploreBastropCounty

Snap a pic in front of @smithvillegeneralstore's i

Snap a pic in front of @smithvillegeneralstore's iconic blue truck! Then, shop around Smithville's Main Street and see all of the fun boutiques that line up the sidewalk! 📷: @yochache #ExploreBastropCounty

Hit up our Barbeque Trail in Bastrop County next w

Hit up our Barbeque Trail in Bastrop County next weekend! With so many stops along the way, there is plenty of smoked meat to choose from!📍: @southsidebbq 📷: @subdsgnr #ExploreBastropCounty

Spend the season of love with us in Bastrop County

Spend the season of love with us in Bastrop County! You can plan the perfect weekend getaway here! #ExploreBastropCounty

Have you hiked the Bluff Trail Loop at McKinney Ro

Have you hiked the Bluff Trail Loop at McKinney Roughs Nature Park? It will lead you to a beautiful overlook showing the hills and fields of Bastrop County! 📷: @ashtynj #ExploreBastropCounty

@basecampdeli is serving Belgian-style Waffles all

@basecampdeli is serving Belgian-style Waffles all day Saturdays, or until they sell out! Grab your friends, family, or valentine, and treat yourself this weekend! 📷: @yellowcottageonthehill #ExploreBastropCounty

@libertycreekstablesllc offers lessons, day camps,

@libertycreekstablesllc offers lessons, day camps, trail rides, and horse training for guests of all ages! Giddy Up!! #ExploreBastropCounty

Next adventure on our bucket list: paddleboarding

Next adventure on our bucket list: paddleboarding on Lake Bastrop! Are you up for the challenge? 📷: @mobilboheme #ExploreBastropCounty

If you want to celebrate National Fettuccine Alfre

If you want to celebrate National Fettuccine Alfredo Day with us we will be at @leositaliangrill grabbing a bite to eat! 📷: Dara #ExploreBastropCounty

The beauty of our state parks never ceases to amaz

The beauty of our state parks never ceases to amaze us!📍: Buescher State Park 📷: @cresenne #ExploreBastropCounty

Fat Cat Lounge & Cafe has an amazing line up of mu

Fat Cat Lounge & Cafe has an amazing line up of musicians for the next few weekends! Check out their calendar and don't forget to order your tickets before they sell out! #ExploreBastropCounty

You can never go wrong having brunch at @macococin

You can never go wrong having brunch at @macococina! Their colorful, tasty & traditional bites are a must-try when visiting Bastrop! 📷: @nicolecolie #ExploreBastropCounty

Thank you @choicehotels for including @dinosaurpar

Thank you @choicehotels for including @dinosaurparktx in your top picks of "Top Things to Do With Your Kids in Austin"! Read their article at the link in our bio! 📷: @saramhinton #ExploreBastropCounty