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.

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...

Farm Street Opry – A Country Christmas 2024

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

What makes The Farm Street Opry even more special for the holidays? "A Country Christmas" themed Opry night! Celebrate the season with a special night...

Festival of Lights & Lighted Parade 2024

Downtown Smithville Smithville, TX, United States

Make plans to be in Smithville, Texas, for the 33rd annual Festival of Lights with a theme of "Polar Express" for a day full of...

Elgin’s Hot Cocoa Stroll & Christmas Bazaar 2024

Veterans Memorial Park Elgin Texas 109 Depot Street, Elgin, TX, United States

Grab your collectible mug at Veteran's Memorial Park and embark on a cocoa-filled adventure through historic downtown Elgin, Texas, as you taste and vote on...

Mosaic Mirror Workshop 2024

Lost Pines Art Center 1204 Chestnut St, Bastrop, TX, United States

Participants will create an original Mosaic hanging mirror in this one day workshop at Lost Pines Art Center in Bastrop, Texas. Students will use glass...

Elgin Lighted Holiday Parade 2024

Downtown Elgin Elgin, TX, United States

The Lighted Holiday Parade starts at 6 p.m. in downtown Elgin, Texas, with holiday floats decorated with twinkling lights for all to enjoy!  The all-lighted...

Lost Pines Historic Homes Symposium 2024

Kerr Community Center 1308 Walnut St, Bastrop, TX, United States

Explore historical architecture in Bastrop, Texas, with private tours delving into preservation efforts, diverse building histories, scavenger hunts for hidden gems, and exclusive behind-the-scenes experiences...

Sherwood Celtic Yuletide Festival 2024

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

Sherwood Forest Faire will host a two-day Yuletide festival of world-class Celtic music and Highland Games, complete with Celtic clan booths, goods for shopping, archery...

Merry on Main 2024

Downtown Bastrop 1311 Chestnut, Bastrop, TX, United States

Join us for the Bastrop Main Street Program's free "Merry on Main" event in downtown Bastrop, Texas. Enjoy a day filled with holiday cheer and...

Bastrop’s Holiday Homes Tour 2024

Downtown Bastrop 1311 Chestnut, Bastrop, TX, United States

It’s time for another dazzling and festive Bastrop County Historical Society Historic Holiday Homes Tour! This year’s tour includes five historic homes and an early...

Lost Pines Lighted Christmas Parade 2024

Downtown Bastrop 1311 Chestnut, Bastrop, TX, United States

Don’t miss more than 130 entries in the Lost Pines Lighted Christmas Parade down Main Street Bastrop, Texas. Fanciful floats to fire trucks, unicycles to...

ENWS: More Than S’mores 2024

Earth Native Wilderness School - Shiloh Entrance 921 Shiloh Rd, Bastrop, TX, United States

Kids love roasting things over an open fire, and at Earth Native Wilderness School, they will learn how to do it safely and with cooking...

Christmas Dance 2024 at Watterson Hall

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

Dance the evening away at Watterson Hall for the annual Christmas Dance in Red Rock, Texas, featuring Nathan Young Band. They will liven up the...