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.

Earth Paints & Pigments 2022

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

Come explore art and nature with Earth Native School in central Texas. This class will explore the wonderful bounty of paints and pigments that can...

Christmas Dance 2022 at Watterson

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

Dance to the country and swing sounds from Nathan Colt Young at Watterson Hall near Red Rock, Texas. Refreshments available.

Art After Dark – Holiday Unwind JAN2023

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

Enjoy a relaxing evening at the Lost Pines Art Center in historic Bastrop, Texas, after the flurry of holiday festivities. Take in some beautiful art,...

Blow Your Own Glass – Valentine’s Edition 2023

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

The next glassblowing sessions at the Lost Pines Art Center in Bastrop, Texas, are Feb. 11, 2023, just in time for Valentine's Day! Make it...

Glassblowing – Beer Mug 2023

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

All are welcome at the glassblowing silos on the back lawn of Lost Pines Art Center in Bastrop, Texas. Ages 14+ can design and blow...

Smithville Antiques & Art Market Days 2023

Downtown Smithville Smithville, TX, United States

Head to Smithville, Texas to find those antique treasures and special art for your home or as a gift. You'll also be able to meet...

LPAA Class 2023: Sip & Growl, Glaze a Pet Bowl

Mary Nichols Art Center 301 Burleson, Smithville, TX, United States

Come learn to the art center in historic Smithville, Texas, and glaze a one of a kind pet bowl for your favorite four legged friend....

Art Immersion: 800 Years of Japanese Tradition: Shibori

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

Dive into the world of Shibori fabric dyeing, at Mary Nichols Art Center in Smithville, Texas, with guest Instructor, Lynne Brotman. Class will be held...

Intro to Soft Pastels 2023

Mary Nichols Art Center 301 Burleson, Smithville, TX, United States

Spend three hours in this class learning how to create art using soft pastels at the historic Mary Nichols Art Center in Smithville, Texas. This...

LPAA Paint & Sip – Sunflowers 2023

Mary Nichols Art Center 301 Burleson, Smithville, TX, United States

Join LPAA artist Robin Lively and learn how to use bold stroke with bold colors to create a beautiful sunflower painting at the historic Mary...

Retrospective Art of Samantha Beverly

The Clever Tiger: Art Studio & Gallery 32 N Main St, Elgin, TX, United States

Join The Clever Tiger in Elgin, Texas on May 28, 2023, in celebrating the art of Samantha Beverly as well as her graduation and acceptance...

Blurred Lines BYOB Painting 2023

The Clever Tiger: Art Studio & Gallery 32 N Main St, Elgin, TX, United States

It's "Metal Night" at The Clever Tiger in Elgin, Texas for the artist in you. They'll have a metal playlist going during the painting session...

Art After Dark – August 2023

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

Join Lost Pines Art Center in Bastrop, Texas for a special night with longtime member, author, and gallery owner, Jeffrey Stayton, who will present his...

Art After Dark AUG2023

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

Lost Pines Art Center in Bastrop, Texas, has a special night for you on Aug. 5.  Longtime Member, author, and co-owner of Painted Bunting Gallery...

LPAC – Glass Fusing 2023 – Photo Frame

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

Memories of special occasions need to have a special frame by making an artful fused glass picture frame to display that special 5×7 photo at...

Blurred Lines Sip n Paint 2024

The Clever Tiger: Art Studio & Gallery 32 N Main St, Elgin, TX, United States

Gather with fellow artists for step-by-step painting instructions at The Clever Tiger in Elgin, Texas, on Jan. 18, 2024. All the tools and instruction will...

Blow Your Own Glass – Wine Tumblers

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

The next available Blow Your Own Glass sessions will be Jan. 20, 2024, and will feature wine tumblers at the Lost Pines Art Center in...

Art After Dark 2024: February

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

The Lost Pines Art Center is hosting a special Mardi Gras edition of Art After Dark on Feb. 3 in Bastrop, Texas! Enjoy their Featured...

Figurative Showcase 2024

Found Fine Art 912 Water Street, Bastrop, TX, United States

Join Found Fine Art as they explore the world of figurative art in Bastrop, Texas. This event will showcase the art of Angela Mia, figurative...

Planting Joy – Yard Bomb Mural Unveiling

James Long Railroad Park 100 First Street, Smithville, TX, United States

Head to downtown Smithville, Texas for the unveiling of the latest artistic endeavor by the Smithville Yarn Bombers titled "Planting Joy - A Botanical Theme...

Artist in Studio: Wesley Wofford

Found Fine Art 912 Water Street, Bastrop, TX, United States

Meet sculptor Wesley Wofford who created "Harriet Tubman-The Journey to Freedom" on June 1, 2024, where he will discuss the work, the inspiration, and the...

Basics of Acrylic Painting 2024 at LPAC

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

This four-hour workshop with Instructor, Jacqueline Smith, provides students basic information about acrylic paint, color theory, and primary tools used in creative expression. Creatives will...

Bastrop Art Fest 2024

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

Bastrop Art Fest is back for another day full of arts and crafts vendors, hands-on activities, demos and kids crafts at Lost Pines Art Center...