TEXAS ART & FESTIVAL GUIDE Festivals

Festivals bring people together to celebrate and showcase different interests, ideas, and cultures. As summer approaches, you may be thinking about fun or family friendly outdoor activities. To help out, our writers have compiled a list that is sure to have something for everyone

MAY EVENTS

May 6 • Leander Kite Festival

Kick off the summer with the annual Kite Festival at Devine Lake Park, a free community event for all ages that includes kite events, food and craft vendors, and lots of high-flying fun! Bring your own kite or bring the family to watch other kites soar. leandertx. gov/parksrec/page/kite-festival

May 20 • Liberty Hill Whimsy and Wonder

Each year, Liberty Hill's Main Street is transformed into an eclectic fusion of all things whimsical and wonderful, with live music, art demonstrations, wine tastings, artisan vendors, street performers, and a Children’s Imagination Garden. experiencelhtx.com/whimsyandwonder/

May 21 & June 18-25 • Georgetown, Liberty Hill, & Austin Texas Bach Festival

Annual celebration of the music of Johann Sebastian Bach and other classical composers.

JUNE EVENTS

Weekends on or near June 19 Juneteenth

Parades, live music, food, and activities in various locations in Georgetown, Round Rock, San Marcos, Austin, Killeen

JULY EVENTS

July 3 • Leander Leander Liberty Fest

Celebrate Independence Day with Liberty Fest at Lakewood Park! Leander's largest annual event includes live music, food, children's activities, and a spectacular fireworks display.

July 3 • Liberty Hill Liberty Hill Independence Day Spectacular

This festival celebrates the Fourth of July with live music, food vendors, and a fireworks display. experiencelhtx.com/ independence-day-spectacular/

July 4 • Georgetown 4th of July Celebration

This Independence Day event hosted by the Georgetown Sertoma Club features a parade, auto show, arts and crafts, food vendors, live music, amusement rides, petting zoo, inflatables, and a fireworks show. georgetown4th.org

AUGUST EVENTS

August 5 • Georgetown

Blazin' Beer Crawl

An antidote for thirst for heat-weary Texans, the Blazin' Beer Crawl offers craft beer tastings at downtown retail stores and restaurants. mainstreet.georgetown.org/beercrawl/ perhaps to introduce you to a new world of music or food, or the delightful wackiness of a UFO festival.

Please note, while we have made every effort to represent accurate dates and details for each, we recommend checking online for schedule changes before heading out for the day.

SEPTEMBER EVENTS

September • Georgetown

Art Hop

With artwork displayed at both the Georgetown Public Library and the Georgetown Art Center, viewers can “hop” across the Square to enjoy diverse pieces created by artists who live all over the state.

September 30 • Georgetown

GTX Film Festival

Annual cinematic celebration featuring a full day of films. gtxfilm.org

OCTOBER EVENTS

October 6-7 • Round Rock

Round Rock Chalk Walk

This unique event features sidewalk chalk artists who turn the pavement into a stunning canvas of colors and designs. Visitors will also have the chance to explore a variety of vendors as well as enjoy food, live music, theatrical performances, and children's activities. chalkwalk.org

October 21 • Georgetown

South Main Arts Festival

Visitors can enjoy artist demonstrations, performances, live music, and art shopping opportunities. arts.georgetown.org/ southmainartfest/

October 21 • Liberty Hill

International Sculpture Festival

Each year, Liberty Hill’s Sculpture Park features live sculpting demonstrations, hands-on art activities, vendors, live music, a street dance, and a silent disco. experiencelhtx. com/sculpture-festival

October 26-29 • Taylor

Williamson County Fair and Rodeo

This fair features carnival rides, live music, food vendors, and exhibits showcasing local agriculture and crafts. wilcofair.com/

NOVEMBER EVENTS

November 16 • Round Rock

Beaujolais Nights

A global celebration of the opening and tasting of the George Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau wine at this 21-andover festival celebrating culinary, performing, and visual arts. Free admission and complimentary wine tastings. roundrocktexas.gov/event/beaujolais-nights

November 24 • Georgetown

Lighting of the Square

The Lighting of the Square kicks off the holiday festivities with traditional carolers and a mass countdown to switching on thousands of lights downtown.

DECEMBER EVENTS

December 1-3 • Georgetown

Christmas Stroll

Each December, the Georgetown Square is transformed into a hotspot for the holidays with a parade, festive marketplace, Bethlehem village, and activities just for kids.

December 9 • Liberty Hill

Christmas Festival

Shop, eat, and enjoy live music while the kids have a blast ice skating, playing in real snow, and meeting Santa and Mrs. Claus. Don't miss the dazzling, lighted Christmas parade along Loop 332.

Late December - Early January • Liberty Hill

Cedar Park Winter Festival

Family friendly event featuring live music, food vendors, carnival rides, and a holiday-themed light display.

JANUARY EVENTS

January 17 • Killeen

MLK Freedom Festival

Celebrates the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. with a parade, live music, and cultural performances.

FEBRUARY EVENTS

February • Taylor

Hops for Houses Craft Beer Festival

Visitors can enjoy beer samples from over 25 craft brewers along with live music, a silent auction, food trucks, games, and more! williamsonhabitat.org/hops-for-houses/

February • Austin

Carnaval Brasilerio

Carnaval grew from a small party for homesick Brazilian students in the 1970s to the largest indoor Carnaval party on the planet. Music, dancing, costumes, and general bacchanalia. (Think Brazilian mardi gras.) sambaparty.com

MARCH EVENTS

March 8-16 • Austin

South by Southwest (SXSW)

This annual festival is a convergence of music, film, and technology that attracts thousands of people from around the world to experience live performances, screenings, and interactive events. sxsw.com

March • Georgetown Georgetown Swirl

Savor the flavors of local wineries and food vendors at this annual wine tasting event. All proceeds benefit the Georgetown Main Street Facade & Sign Grant Program, which awards grants to over 90 downtown property and business owners. swirl.georgetown.org

March • Georgetown

GTX Photography Festival

A one-day festival jam-packed with photo walks, educational classes, and meet-and-greet opportunities with featured photographers. All classes and photo walks are free and open to the public on a first-come basis by registering in person Saturday morning at the Williamson Museum. georgetowntexasphotographyfestival.com