📍 The Heart of the Lost Pines
Events in Bastrop, Texas
Bastrop is the county seat and cultural hub of Bastrop County. Known for its historic downtown, the Lost Pines forest, and the Colorado River, Bastrop blends small-town Texas charm with a thriving arts and food scene.
Upcoming Events in Bastrop (53)
El Camino Real Day Paddle Trip — Bastrop River Co.
6-mile kayak trip down the Colorado River starting at Fisherman's Park. Perfect for beginners and pros alike.
Family Nature Quest 2026
<p>Ready for your family to ditch the screens and reconnect with nature? Parents and kids can engage in joyful nature play activities that a
Dog Days of Summer Show 2026
<p>Beat the Texas heat at the Dog Days of Summer Show on Saturday, August 8, in Red Rock, Texas, at Wild Bunch Brewing Company. This...</p>\
Bastrop Comedy Club 2026
<p>Ready yourself and your friends for some laughs with weekly stand up comedy at Bastrop Comedy Club inside of Film Alley Bastrop Texas. Ro
El Camino Real Day Paddle Trip — Bastrop River Co.
6-mile kayak trip down the Colorado River starting at Fisherman's Park. Perfect for beginners and pros alike.
Soul Circuit: Juneteenth Rodeos in Texas
Explore the legacy of African American rodeos in Texas.
“Soul Circuit” Exhibit 2026 – Juneteenth Rodeos in Texas
<p>Explore photos documenting the iconic Juneteenth Rodeo network known as Soul Circuit. Beginning Aug. 13, the Bastrop County Museum & Visi
LITTLE HIKES for Birding 2026 series
<p>Attending the Little Hike series with bird watching in Bastrop County, Texas, is a peaceful way to start your day in nature on the second
2026 Points Race at ColoVista Golf
Grab your clubs for ColoVista Golf s annual 2026 Points Race in Bastrop, Texas. Different types of play for each tournament, but all adding up. Top 30 qualify for Points Race Finale on Oct. 17-18 base
El Camino Real Day Paddle Trip — Bastrop River Co.
6-mile kayak trip down the Colorado River starting at Fisherman's Park. Perfect for beginners and pros alike.
Beavers, Birds and Butterflies of Buescher Lake
<p>Beaver Watch! Let\'s explore the wildlife of Buescher Lake. Did you know Buescher Lake is the home to some busy building beavers? We\'ll
El Camino Real Day Paddle Trip — Bastrop River Co.
6-mile kayak trip down the Colorado River starting at Fisherman's Park. Perfect for beginners and pros alike.
LPAC Teen Art Club
The Teen Art Program at the Lost Pines Art Center in Bastrop, Texas, meets every third Sunday (except for holidays) from 2–4 p.m. — and we’d love to see you there! Admission is free and all students a
Bastrop State Park Interpretive Center
<p>Experience Bastrop State Park\'s brand new educational exhibits in the new Interpretive Center located inside the Historic Golf Shelter!
El Camino Real Day Paddle Trip — Bastrop River Co.
6-mile kayak trip down the Colorado River starting at Fisherman's Park. Perfect for beginners and pros alike.
Main Street Market — Bastrop
Monthly outdoor market with local vendors, artisans & food trucks
9th annual Mainstreet Market Bastrop 2026
<p>Make your plans to come shop with all of the fabulous vendors at the 9th annual Bastrop Main Street Market held Aug. 22-23, 2026 at...</p
How the Parks Were Built – CCC
<p>Explore the lives of the men enrolled in the Civilian Conservation Corps and how their hard work and dedication can still be seen today a
El Camino Real Day Paddle Trip — Bastrop River Co.
6-mile kayak trip down the Colorado River starting at Fisherman's Park. Perfect for beginners and pros alike.
Full Moon Night Hike 2026
<p>Enjoy the park after dark and see the trails in a new light on this fun night hike at Bastrop State Park in Central Texas! ...</p>\n
El Camino Real Day Paddle Trip — Bastrop River Co.
6-mile kayak trip down the Colorado River starting at Fisherman's Park. Perfect for beginners and pros alike.
Grape Stomp 2026 at Rising Sun Vineyard
<p>Experience one of wine country\'s most entertaining traditions during the Grape Stomp at Rising Sun Vineyard in McDade on Saturday, Aug.
El Camino Real Day Paddle Trip — Bastrop River Co.
6-mile kayak trip down the Colorado River starting at Fisherman's Park. Perfect for beginners and pros alike.
Bastrop Farm Street Opry 2026
<p>Join Bastrop, Texas\' Farm Street Opry, each month for quality, family-friendly entertainment featuring the talents of local Texas musici
Lone Star Le Mans 2026
<p>The 2026 Lone Star Le Mans will bring three days of international endurance racing to Circuit of The Americas near Austin from Sept. 4-6,
Musical: Disney’s Newsies
<p>The historic Bastrop Opera House is hosting the Broadway musical Disney\'s Newsies during the month of September 2026. Friday and Saturda
El Camino Real Day Paddle Trip — Bastrop River Co.
6-mile kayak trip down the Colorado River starting at Fisherman's Park. Perfect for beginners and pros alike.
Meet Me at the Depot 2026
<p>Designed to bring residents, visitors, and families together, Meet Me at the Depot offers a welcoming place to slow down, reconnect, and
Hatch Green Chili Fest 2026
<p>The Hatch Chile Festival returns to Rising Sun Vineyard in McDade, Texas, on Sept. 5-6, 2026, for a weekend filled with bold flavors, liv
El Camino Real Day Paddle Trip — Bastrop River Co.
6-mile kayak trip down the Colorado River starting at Fisherman's Park. Perfect for beginners and pros alike.
Bike Nights 2026 at Circuit of the Americas
<p>Just west of Bastrop County, Texas, pedal down COTA’s famed stars and stripes F1 track in an stress-free environment while enjoying music
El Camino Real Day Paddle Trip — Bastrop River Co.
6-mile kayak trip down the Colorado River starting at Fisherman's Park. Perfect for beginners and pros alike.
ENWS Knots & Lashes 2026
<p>Earth Native Wilderness School is hosting a Knots & Lashes course at their campus in Bastrop County, Texas. The nearly lost art of knots,
Nocturn Market 2026
<p>Experience an evening of art, shopping, and community at Nocturn Market at the Austin Community College Elgin Campus in Elgin, Texas. Thi
Wine & Unwind Paint and Sip 2026
<p>Enjoy a relaxing and fun session of our Wine and Unwind! Paint along with our friendly instructor, Erin Nicole, as she guides you through
El Camino Real Day Paddle Trip — Bastrop River Co.
6-mile kayak trip down the Colorado River starting at Fisherman's Park. Perfect for beginners and pros alike.
Bastrop County Film Industry Meetup series 2026
<p>Bastrop County, Texas is rolling out the red carpet in 2026 at the upcoming Film Industry Mixer in Bastrop, Texas! Whether you’re a seaso
El Camino Real Day Paddle Trip — Bastrop River Co.
6-mile kayak trip down the Colorado River starting at Fisherman's Park. Perfect for beginners and pros alike.
9th Annual Boots & BBQ Fundraiser
Join the Bastrop County Republican Party for the 9th Annual Boots & BBQ Fundraiser featuring a mystery keynote speaker, live and silent auctions, and Billy's BBQ.
El Camino Real Day Paddle Trip — Bastrop River Co.
6-mile kayak trip down the Colorado River starting at Fisherman's Park. Perfect for beginners and pros alike.
El Camino Real Day Paddle Trip — Bastrop River Co.
6-mile kayak trip down the Colorado River starting at Fisherman's Park. Perfect for beginners and pros alike.
El Camino Real Day Paddle Trip — Bastrop River Co.
6-mile kayak trip down the Colorado River starting at Fisherman's Park. Perfect for beginners and pros alike.
Smithville Music Festival 2026
<p>Get ready for two unforgettable days of live music, community spirit, and small-town charm at the Smithville Music Festival – now in its
Smithville Community Wide Garage Sale – Fall 2026
<p>It’s treasure-hunting time! The Smithville Area Chamber of Commerce invites you to join them for their beloved semi-annual Community-Wide
Rally Austin RallySprint 2026
<p>The Lost Pines RallySprint 2026 in October at the Rally Ranch in Dale, Texas promises an all-day rally car festival for fans of speed and
Original Round Top Antiques Fair – Fall 2026
<p>Come experience this uniquely Texas event where you can shop antiques from all over the world along 11 miles of scenic Texas highway just
2026 Sustainable Home & Garden Show
<p>Keep Smithville Beautiful is proud to announce the 2026 Sustainable Home & Garden Show in downtown Smithville, Texas. This year\'s theme
Elgin Hogeye Festival 2026
<p>Celebrate Texas-sized fun at the 39th annual Hogeye Festival, happening Oct. 22–24, 2026, in historic Downtown Elgin, Texas. Known as the
Formula 1 United States Grand Prix 2026
<p>Formula 1 is returning to Austin, and the Circuit of The Americas will once again be the place to be from October 23–25, 2026. The...</p>
Lost Souls Trail Run 2026
<p>The Lost Souls Trail Run, hosted by Rise Racing Co., invites runners to experience a scenic and challenging day on Oct. 25, 2026, at Rock
Bastrop Art Fest 2026
<p>Bastrop Art Fest, happening Nov. 7, 2026, is the Lost Pines Art Center\'s annual event, bringing together artists, makers, community and
Hynafol 2026: The Grand Gathering
<p>The Grand Gathering is a 7-day unique medieval fantasy event set in Sherwood Forest, a Medieval Village just outside of Austin, Texas. Pa
Veteran’s Weekend “Heroes & Hot Rods” Car Show 2026
<p>The Veteran\'s Weekend "Heroes & Hot Rods" Car Show is a two-day, family friendly automotive event celebrating its 20th anniversary. In 2
Businesses in Bastrop
View All → Barron Homes
Custom home builder serving Bastrop County and Greater Austin.
String Prairie Heating & Air
Family-owned HVAC company serving Bastrop County.
Barefoot Flower Farms
Locally grown flowers and seasonal bouquets.
Bastrop Opera House
Historic live theater in downtown Bastrop since 1889.
Film Alley Bastrop
Movies, bowling, arcade, and dining in one entertainment hub.
ColoVista Golf Club
Championship 18-hole golf course on the Colorado River.