Enjoy a day full of family friendly, patriotic fun at the 30th annual Bastrop Patriotic Festival, held in Fisherman’s Park in Bastrop, Texas. The evening finale is, of course, fireworks with the musical talent singing the Star-Spangled Banner. But starting at noon, make sure and sign up for the activities of kiddie train rides, petting zoo, Water Wonderland, sand volleyball games, knockerball, a chance to outshoot hoops with the police, hot pepper eating contest, pie eating contest, hot dog eating contest and more. Learn more about the Colorado River at the mobile exhibit. There’s even a shuttle to and from the parking area from noon to 11 p.m. to get you there safely.

The Bastrop RUN White & Blue race is at 8 a.m. Saturday morning.