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.

Local Lore – Elgin’s History Adventure

City of Elgin 310 N Main Street, Elgin, United States

Celebrate Historic Preservation with an architectural scavenger hunt, walking tours, farm equipment and vintage cars, interactive displays, games of the past, youth art show and...

Elgin Studio Art Tour

City of Elgin 310 N Main Street, Elgin, United States

Save the date and plan to enjoy a weekend meeting artists and learning about their creative process, techniques and the inspiration for their works. The...

Wild & Scenic Film Festival 2021

Billig Ranch 208 Billig Lane, Paige, TX, United States

Pines and Prairies Land Trust presents the Wild & Scenic Film Festival with drive in movie night and campout. The event with an evening under...

Fall Fest & Market Days 2021 at Down Home Ranch

Down Home Ranch 20250 FM 619, Elgin, TX, United States

The first ever Fall Fest & Market Days will be hosted at Down Home Ranch in Elgin, Texas. Shopping, entertainment, informational booths and activities will be...

Explore Elgin Art & Culture 2022

Downtown Elgin Elgin, TX, United States

Explore Elgin Arts & Culture is a day full of activities and fun for the whole family in historic downtown Elgin, Texas. Local studios open...

Bastrop County History Fair 2023

Bastrop Public Library 1100 Church Street, Bastrop, TX, United States

Are you a history buff? Whether you're an expert or a novice, see amazing organizations that share local history at the Bastrop Public Library during...

Explore Elgin Arts & Culture 2024

Downtown Elgin Elgin, TX, United States

Celebrate for four days of arts and culture in historic downtown Elgin, Texas, with Elgin Music Festival, La Cultura Market, Sip Shop & Stroll, Music...