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.

Polar Bear Plunge

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

Join this Elgin tradition of the first swim of the year at Morris Memorial Pool. Just like the polar bears of the Arctic Circle, brave the...

Yule 2020 at Bastrop State Park

Bastrop State Park 100 Park Road 1A, Bastrop, TX, United States

Y'all come down to Bastrop, Texas to celebrate the sixth annual Yule celebration at the beautiful Refectory in Bastrop State Park. As always, the day...

2nd annual Bull Riding & Mutton Busting

Julius Marek Arena 186 State Hwy 95 S, Elgin, TX, United States

Gates open at 6 p.m. for this family-fun evening of Texas' great rodeo tradition at the Texas Lost Pines Riding Club Arena near Elgin, Texas...

Bastrop Choirs Holiday Choral Concert: ‘Tis the Season 2021

Jerry Fay Wilhelm Center for the Performing Arts 1401 Cedar Street, Bastrop, TX, United States

Join the Bastrop High School, Middle School, and Intermediate School Choirs as they present their 2021 Holiday Choral Concert: 'Tis the Season! Our Bastrop Choirs...

Elgin’s Wassail on Main 2021

Downtown Elgin Elgin, TX, United States

Come lift your voices and spread good cheer as participants stroll downtown Elgin’s Main Street and visit a few of the favorite local businesses on...

5th Annual “Fat Friday” Crawfish Boil 2023

Your Mom's 109 NW 2nd Street, Smithville, TX, United States

Get your tastebuds ready for boiled crawfish by the pound, Cajun side dishes, Cajun desserts and lots of fun at Your Mom's in Smithville, Texas...

Airing of the Quilts & Historic Home Tour 2023

Downtown Smithville Smithville, TX, United States

Come take a walk along Smithville, Texas' historic Main Street and view the beautiful quilts that are hung on Main Street and all around town....

Dia de los Muertos 2023

Downtown Elgin Elgin, TX, United States

Join Elgin, Texas for this family-friendly Dia de los Muertos or Day of the Dead, a traditional celebration in Mexico and Latin America, celebrating life...

Smithville Airing of the Quilts 2023

Downtown Smithville Smithville, TX, United States +1 more

Come take a walk along the streets of historic Smithville, Texas, and view the beautiful quilts that are hung on Main Street, in the Smithville...

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!...

McDade Watermelon Festival 2024

Downtown McDade 565 Old Hwy 20, McDade, TX, United States

McDade, Texas celebrates its 76th annual Watermelon Festival with a street dance on Friday, July 12, 2024, and an all-day Saturday, July 13 festival with...

Grape Stomp 2024 at Rising Sun Vineyard

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

Step into a world of fun and flavor as you feel the joy of stomping grapes destined for your favorite wines at Rising Sun Vineyard...

Bailey’s Bull Bash & Concert 2024

Mayfest Hill Park 25 American Legion Drive, Bastrop, TX, United States

Prepare for a night of bull riding with cowboys attempting the 8-second ride for points and the prize. Following the action in the arena is...

Oktoberfest at Wild Bunch Brewery

Wild Bunch Brewery Taylorsville Road, Red Rock, TX, United States

The annual Oktoberfest celebration at Wild Bunch Brewing Company in Red Rock, Texas, will host Tex-German food, Oktoberfest beer brewed for the occasion, live music...

Airing of the Quilts 2024

Downtown Smithville Smithville, TX, United States

Join us for the annual Airing of the Quilts and the Smithville Garden Club Home Tour in charming Smithville, Texas. Stroll historic Main Street to...