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.

2nd annual Halloween Masquerade Gala

The Mansion at ColoVista 100 Country Club Drive, Bastrop, TX, United States

Join us at the beautiful Mansion at ColoVista near Bastrop, TX for an evening of dinner, dancing, cocktails, games, fabulous costumes, and the best grown-up...

Dia De Los Muertos 2022

Downtown Elgin Elgin, TX, United States

Learn more about Day of the Dead in Elgin, Texas. Make sugar skulls, enjoy mariachis, Ballet Folklorico, a fire dancer and other performers! Family altars...

Kitty Bingo 2022

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

For a good cause and lots of fun, join Bastrop Cats Anonymous TNR Society for a rousing evening of "Bingo Playin' for Spayin' of Community...

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....

Lost Pines Christmas Festival 2022

Downtown Bastrop 1311 Chestnut, Bastrop, TX, United States

Join the Bastrop Main Street Program's Lost Pines Christmas Festival in historic downtown Bastrop, Texas. The event will include Christmas caroling, hot cocoa, popcorn, hot...

Elgin Texas Glowing into 2023

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

Enjoy a New Year's Eve celebration of dancing, food, photo booths, games, and a spectacular fireworks display in Elgin, Texas.  Event also includes activities for...

All That Jazz annual SCC Gala 2023

Hampton Inn & Suites - Bastrop 240 South Hasler Blvd, Bastrop, TX, United States

This "All That Jazz" themed fundraiser for the Smithville Community Clinic offers dinner, dancing, games, a photo booth and an auction! Music from Musikatz, and...

CASA’s Boots, Bingo & Casino 2023

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

Join CASA for a fun-filled evening to raise funds to support the children in our communities who have experienced abuse and neglect. Bingo & Casino...

Springfest 2023

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

Join the Children’s Advocacy Center and CASA, Serving Bastrop, Lee and Fayette Counties at Fisherman’s Park on Saturday, April 29, 2023 for a day of...

Juneteenth Reunion & BBQ Cookoff at Hopewell Rosenwald School 2023

Hopewell Rosenwald School - Cedar Creek TX 690 Hwy 21 W, Cedar Creek, TX, United States

On Saturday, June 10, the property owned by McDonald’s family will be the centerpiece of the 2023 Bastrop County Juneteenth celebration and BBQ Cookoff at...

Bastrop’s 1st annual Big Bang! Celebration 2023

Fishermans Park 1100 Willow Street, Bastrop, TX

Come join Bastrop, Texas on July 1 for the inaugural Big Bang Celebration full of patriotic events downtown and at Fisherman's Park! Event includes the...

Rosanky ChiliFest 2023

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

Join the Texas FireWalkers in Rosanky, Texas, for a relaxing day of chili, ribs and cooks choice competition with chili sampling, judging opportunities, BBQ, beverages,...

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...

2023 Bastrop County Bridal Extravaganza

Hampton Inn & Suites - Bastrop 240 South Hasler Blvd, Bastrop, TX, United States

Bastrop County Bridal Extravaganza will help brides, grooms and their parties create unforgettable memories with ideas and vendors to make your day, the best day....

Smithville Fall Festival 2023

Smithville Recreation Center 106 Gazley, Smithville, United States

The Smithville Texas Parks & Recreation Department's annual Fall Festival is coming up soon on Saturday, October 21st, from 11AM-4PM at the Smithville Recreation Center,...

Smithville Wingfest 2023

Downtown Smithville Smithville, TX, United States

Smithville’s favorite Poultry-Party returns on Saturday, Oct. 21 in historic downtown Smithville, Texas. An entire day of feathered-fun awaits so make plans now to be...

Elgin Hogeye Festival 2023

Downtown Elgin Elgin, TX, United States

Welcome to the annual Hogeye Festival in downtown Elgin, Texas where they celebrate all things swine in three days of family-friendly, small town activities that...

Bastrop Boo Bash 2023

Downtown Bastrop 1311 Chestnut, Bastrop, TX, United States

Get ready for a spooktacular Halloween time at the Bastrop Boo Bash in downtown Bastrop, Texas. The community is going all out to make it...

Festival of Lights & Lighted Parade 2023

Downtown Smithville Smithville, TX, United States

Join the citizens of historic downtown Smithville, Texas for their annual Festival of Lights & Lighted Parade on Dec. 2. The beloved holiday event includes...

4th annual Autumn Fest 2023

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

Kick-off the holiday season on Nov. 18 at Rising Sun Vineyard nestled in the rolling hills of Bastrop County, Texas. Enjoy a glass of wine...

Kitty Bingo 2023

Smithville Recreation Center 106 Gazley, Smithville, United States

Join Bastrop CATS in Smithville, Texas, for a night of Bingo fun like no other! In addition to bingo and prizes, they have added a...

Elgin’s Holiday by the Tracks 2023

Downtown Elgin Elgin, TX, United States

Elgin, Texas' annual Holiday by the Tracks celebration will be held in the historic downtown area with a bazaar, Hot Cocoa Stroll, and annual Lighted...

Polar Bear Plunge 2024 at Morris Memorial Pool

Morris Memorial Pool 802 N Ave C, Elgin, TX, United States

Dive into the New Year with a refreshing dip in Morris Memorial Pool, in Elgin, Texas, then warm up with complimentary coffee and hot chocolate!...

BCBOR Casino Night 2024

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

Try your hand at the annual Bastrop County Board of Realtors Casino Night at Community Gardens, just west of Bastrop, Texas. Expect casino games, food...

Spring Break Family Campout 2024

Earth Native Wilderness School - Shiloh Entrance 921 Shiloh Rd, Bastrop, TX, United States +1 more

Bring the family for three days and two nights of camping on Earth Native Wilderness beautiful campus in Bastrop County, Texas with its diverse landscapes,...