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.

Sizzlin Summer Nights Concert Series 2022 – June 18

Community Gardens 1067 TX-71, Bastrop, TX, United States

Get ready for some great Saturday evening entertainment with names you know (including an American Idol runner-up) and some local talent performing their favorites. Doors...

Celebrate the Fourth of July at Hyatt Regency Lost Pines!

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

Join Hyatt Regency Lost Pines for an unforgettable Independence Day getaway! They'll be hosting their annual fireworks extravaganza on the evening of July 4. The...

Independence Day Celebration 2022 at Elgin VFW

Elgin VFW Post 6115 118 Sayers Road, Elgin, TX, United States

Held on Saturday, July 2, the Elgin VFW Post 6115 is providing an Independence Day celebration on Saturday, July 2, starting at 3 p.m., with...

McDade Watermelon Festival 2022

McDade Watermelon Festival grounds 143 Bastrop Street, McDade, TX, United States

The McDade Texas Watermelon Festival is the 2nd Saturday of July on the festival grounds and will host an old-fashioned watermelon weigh-in (downtown), car show,...

Sizzlin Summer Nights Concert Series 2022 – July 16

Community Gardens 1067 TX-71, Bastrop, TX, United States

Get ready for some great Saturday evening entertainment with names you know (including an American Idol runner-up) and some local talent performing their favorites. Doors...

Smithville Music Festival 2022

Downtown Smithville Smithville, TX, United States

Enjoy the performances Smithville Music Festival on Saturday, Oct. 1 in the heart of historic downtown Smithville, Texas on the main stage and at various...

Smithville Fall Festival 2022

Smithville Recreation Center 106 Gazley, Smithville, United States

Come out to the Fall Festival and enjoy the day at the Smithville Recreation Center in central Texas! Listen to some live music while you...

Smithville Festival of Lights & Lighted Parade 2022

Downtown Smithville Smithville, TX, United States

The 31st Annual Festival of Lights & Lighted Parade in Smithville, Texas is Saturday, Dec.3 all along Main Street and at the Smithville Recreation Center....

First Friday Dance Party 2023 with Swing Music

Lumberyard Music Hall 1109 Main St, Bastrop, TX, United States

The 16-piece Main Street American Swing Band picks up their instruments for a night of rousing Swing music with dancing on tap. Food and drinks...

Smithville Jamboree 2023

Vernon L. Richards Riverbend Park 107 TX-71, Smithville, TX, United States

Plan your stays for the three-day Smithville Jamboree held in Smithville, Texas each year in the spring. Held for close to 75 years, this family-friendly,...

Rosanky Jeep Jam 2023

Firewalker Ranch 3004 S SH-304, Rosanky, TX, United States

Join Texas Firewalkers for a day of fun with other Jeep Enthusiasts in Rosanky, Texas. Come enjoy the barbecue, live music, the Jeep vendors, games,...

Herman Fest 2023!

Leon's Country Store 4033 FM 535, Rockne, TX, United States

Join the Rockne Community for the 7th annual Herman Fest at Leon's! As always, lots of great music, great fried chicken, and a great time....

2023 Bastrop Juneteenth Freedom Festival

Fishermans Park 1100 Willow Street, Bastrop, TX

Bastrop Juneteenth Celebration Family Freedom Festival will be held at scenic Fisherman’s Park aka “the Boat Docks” along the Colorado River in Bastrop, Texas. Immediately...

Events on Main Market Days – September 2023

Downtown Bastrop 1311 Chestnut, Bastrop, TX, United States

Head out to historic downtown Bastrop for amazing shops and local vendors lining the sidewalks. You'll find a wide variety of goods plus some great...

Yegua Creek Brewery and Kitchen – GRAND OPENING

Rising Sun Vineyard 233 Edmonson Ranch Rd, McDade, TX, United States

Join Rising Sun Vineyard in McDade, Texas for the long-awaited opening of their brewery - Yegua Creek Brewery and Kitchen! They will serve beer on...

Fall Home & Garden Show 2023

Community Gardens 1067 TX-71, Bastrop, TX, United States

Fall will be here before you know it, and the Home & Garden Show hosted by Community Gardens in Bastrop, TX is the perfect event...

Formula Wonderfest 2023

Neighbors Kitchen & Yard 601 Chestnut Street, Bastrop, TX, United States

Get ready for an electrifying musical experience as Formula Wonderfest, starring the legendary Paul Oakenfold, lights up the heart of Downtown Bastrop Texas. This outdoor...

Oktoberfest 2023 at Yegua Creek Brewery

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

Come celebrate two days of beer's greatest party in a traditional Oktoberfest at beautiful Yegua Creek Brewery in McDade, Texas. Dance to live polka music,...

3rd annual Smithville Artist/Maker Market on Main 2023

704 Main 704 Main Street, Smithville, TX, United States

Please join the Smithville community for its 3rd annual Artist/Maker Market on Main. Enjoy an afternoon of music, art, crafts, one of kind treasures, and...

19th annual Bastrop Empty Bowl 2024

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

The popular annual Bastrop Empty Bowl provides attendees an opportunity to sample soups, stews, and chilies prepared by some of Bastrop’s best chefs in a...

Seafood Boil 2024 at Smithville Brewing

Smithville Brewing Company 661 NW Loop 230, Smithville, TX, United States

Join Smithville Brewing Company in Smithville, Texas for a Shrimp & Crawfish Boil by The Gumbeaux Man on March 9 at this indoor/outdoor venue. Enjoy...

Rockne VFW BBQ & Chili Cookoff 2024

VFW Post 2527 Rockne TX 1503 FM 20, Bastrop, TX, United States

Barbecue or chili? Why choose at the annual BBQ Cook-off and Chili Cook Off at the VFW Post 2527 in Rockne, Texas. At this fundraiser...

Smithville’s 2024 Empty Bowl Project

Smithville Recreation Center 106 Gazley, Smithville, United States

Smithville Empty Bowl will serve soups from local restaurants on March 23 at the Smithville Recreation Center in Smithville, Texas. Each person will receive their...