Whether you find yourself in Bastrop, Elgin, Smithville or one of our smaller communities, there’s always something fun going on in Bastrop County. The area’s best events bring live music, great food, and unique activities to town, year after year, so when you find one you love, you can make it an annual tradition.

Hynafol Weekend Warrior 2024

Sherwood Forest Faire 1883 Old Hwy 20, McDade, TX, United States

Step into the immersive world of Hynafol with the Weekend Warrior Ticket at Sherwood Forest Faire in McDade, Texas. Enjoy two full days of medieval...

Heroes & Hot Rods Veterans Day Weekend Car Show 2024

Downtown Bastrop 1311 Chestnut, Bastrop, TX, United States

Join the Bastrop Area Cruisers on Nov. 8-9 for their 18th annual Heroes & Hot Rods Veterans Day Weekend Car Show in downtown Bastrop, Texas....

Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience

McKinney Roughs Nature Park 1884 Hwy 71 W, Cedar Creek, TX, United States

Harry Potter™: A Forbidden Forest Experience invites you to walk into the depths of a dark forest and discover fantastic beasts and iconic wizarding world...

Elgin Empty Bowl Project 2024

SPJST Elgin 702 Hwy 95 S, Elgin, TX, United States

Delight your taste buds by sampling soups, stews, and chilies prepared by some of Elgin’s best chefs during the Elgin Texas Empty Bowl Project lunch....

Airing of the Quilts 2024

Downtown Smithville Smithville, TX, United States

Join us for the annual Airing of the Quilts and the Smithville Garden Club Home Tour in charming Smithville, Texas. Stroll historic Main Street to...

Smithville Garden Club Tour of Homes 2024

Downtown Smithville Smithville, TX, United States

Ticket holders can tour five beautiful historic homes and a historic church during the annual Smithville TX Garden Club Tour of Homes. Tickets can be...

Bastrop Shelter Furry Fall Festival 2024

Bastrop County Animal Services 589 Coolwater Drive, Bastrop, TX, United States

Join us for the 6th annual Furry Fall Festival at the Bastrop County Animal Shelter in Bastrop, Texas! This beloved community event and fundraiser is...

15th annual Slaterfest

American Legion Post 533 3003 Loop 150 E, Bastrop, TX, United States

Get ready for a fun-filled day of cornhole, live music, barbecue plates and more on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024, at the American Legion Post 533...

Event Series Stand Up Comedy 2023

Stand Up Comedy

Film Alley Bastrop 1600 Chestnut, Bastrop, TX, United States

Get ready to laugh at Bastrop's Comedy Club located at Film Alley Theater in Bastrop, Texas. Amazing headlining comedians every Saturday night at 8 p.m.

Yegua Creek 5K Brew Run 2024

Yegua Creek Brewery & Restaurant 233 Edmonson Ranch Road, McDade, TX, United States

Lace up your sneakers for timed 5K run that features the amazing scenery and landscape of Yegua Creek Brewery & Restaurant and the vines of...

Kitty Bingo 2024

Bastrop Convention & Exhibit Center 1408 Chestnut St, Bastrop, TX, United States

Head on over for a fun night of Kitty Bingo in Bastrop, Texas, where you can play for fun prizes, eat an amazing catered dinner,...

Smithville Reel Film Expo 2024

Downtown Smithville Smithville, TX, United States

Come see how the film industry works, stunts by Emmy-award winning Extreme Force Stunts & Film, special effects, speakers and panelists, activities such as a...

ENWS: Pine Needle Baskets 2024

Earth Native Wilderness School - Woodview Lane entrance 137 Woodview Lane, Bastrop, TX, United States

Join Earth Native Wilderness School to explore the ancient art of pine needle basket making to learn about this primitive skill from the East Coast...

Music in the Museum 2024

Museum & Visitor Center of Bastrop County Historical Society 904 Main St,, TX, Bastrop, TX, United States

Join the Museum of the Bastrop County Historical Society for an unforgettable night of Bluegrass and Americana with the Bucksnort Boogie Boys—an eclectic group of...

Lightnin’ Bar Chili Cookoff 2024

Lightnin' Bar 109 Central Avenue, Elgin, TX, United States

Join the Lightnin' Bar in Elgin, Texas, for their 2nd annual Chili Cookoff where it's free to enter the contest, and attendees can sample the...

Kids Nature Class 2024: Clouds & Weather

Bastrop County Nature Park 375 Riverside Drive, Bastrop, TX, United States

Meet Lost Pines Master Naturalists at the Bastrop County Nature Park in Bastrop, Texas, for a morning outdoors learning about weather! You will explore wind,...

Christmas Season 2024 at Elgin Christmas Tree Farm

Elgin Christmas Tree Farm 120 Nature's Way, Elgin, TX, United States

In addition to pre-cut and live trees for the holiday, Elgin Christmas Tree Farm is ready for its 2024 season with family-friendly attractions at their...

Baron de Bastrop’s Birthday 2024

Museum & Visitor Center of Bastrop County Historical Society 904 Main St,, TX, Bastrop, TX, United States

The man. The myth. The legend. The Baron de Bastrop! Come celebrate Bastrop's colorful namesake, Philip Hendrik Nering Bögel aka the Baron de Bastrop on...

Thanksgiving Dance 2024 at Watterson Hall

Watterson Hall 1179 Watterson Road, Red Rock, TX, United States

Shine up your boots for the annual Watterson Hall Thanksgiving Dance in Red Rock, Texas to be held the night before the holiday. Nathan Young...

Evergreen Farm Christmas Tree fun 2024

Evergreen Farms 242 Monkey Road, Elgin, TX, United States

For a wonderful family tradition, Evergreen Farms in Elgin, Texas, is open to choose-and-cut your own Christmas tree along with the wagon ride to find...

Holiday Magic 2024 at Hyatt Lost Pines

Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa 575 Hyatt Lost Pines Road, Lost Pines, United States

‘Tis the season to celebrate at Hyatt Lost Pines in Bastrop County, Texas. In true Texas style, they’ve curated a merry mix of activities and...

Hyatt Lost Pines Tree Lighting 2024

Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa 575 Hyatt Lost Pines Road, Lost Pines, United States

Gather around as Hyatt Lost Pines Resort & Spa lights the majestic Lost Pines Christmas tree in their lobby and the sound of carolers and...

Bastrop River of Lights 2024

Fisherman’s Park 1200 Willow Street, Bastrop, Texas, United States

Get ready to celebrate the holiday season in Bastrop, Texas, with the enchanting River of Lights along the Colorado River! Special activities have been added...

Holiday Traditions Exhibit 2024

Museum & Visitor Center of Bastrop County Historical Society 904 Main St,, TX, Bastrop, TX, United States

The Museum & Visitor's Center of the Bastrop County Historical Society is proud to present a vibrant new exhibit in 2024 that explores the rich...

Smithville TX Turkey Trot 5K 2024

Smithville Recreation Center 106 Gazley, Smithville, United States

Mark your calendars for the annual Turkey Trot 5K & 1 Mile in Smithville, Texas, where you'll be "huffin' from the stuffin!.". This is a...

Lost Pines Wassail Fest & Small Business Saturday 2024

Downtown Bastrop 1311 Chestnut, Bastrop, TX, United States

Holiday shoppers and visitors are invited to downtown Bastrop, Texas, for their annual Wassail Fest! Homemade hot mulled cider will be served throughout downtown. Cast your...