Juneteenth is an important holiday in Bastrop. Also known as Freedom Day, it celebrates the day 250,000 enslaved Black people were freed in Texas on June 19, 1865. Although the Emancipation Proclamation became effective in 1863, some former Confederate states didn’t comply until years later. On that…
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Few events bring out the kids in all of us quite like a total solar eclipse. Well, get ready, Texas and the world, because the super science show is coming to North Texas on April 8, and Bastrop will be front and center for this exciting display. Make the celestial event an even more memorable one…
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You’re well on your way to wellness with a stay in Bastrop, TX. Exercising and striving for a healthier you is a top New Year’s resolution for a reason and one we heartily support. The natural beauty of the state parks and the Colorado River here is an inspiring way to do that. So make your plans…
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Bastrop is a wonderful place to live or visit year-round, but a Lost Pines Christmas is truly a unique and magical time. Christmas light displays, festive events, fun parades and homes decked out in their holiday best make for a memorable time for all ages. Here are a few tips on what’s going on in…
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As “the most historic small town in Texas,” Bastrop is home to numerous places where you can discover our fascinating history for free. There are also plenty of activities and locations — from museums and markets to festivals and holiday adventures — where you can have hours of fun and excitement…
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We’re sending off summer with a fond farewell at “Bye Bye Summer,” a free event in Downtown Bastrop on Saturday, September 30th. This walking art tour will be a visual feast with over 120 urban sketchers creating live art during the event, plus 16 art galleries and studios featuring work from over…
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If summer weren’t big, it wouldn’t be Texas. We throw several big celebrations every summer, including Juneteenth, 4 th of July, and more. Here’s what you don’t want to miss this June, July, and August in Bastrop: JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION – June 17, 2023 Also known as Freedom Day, Juneteenth…
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We treat our mamas right in Bastrop – and our dads too. From live music to festivals, pop-up shops, and more, we’re showing them all the love. Read on to find out where to go and what to do for an amazing Mother’s Day (Sun., May 14) and Father’s Day (Sun., June 18) in Bastrop: MOTHER’S DAY EVENTS…
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Bastrop, TX is giving wheelchairs a big ol’ welcome with access to some of their most beautiful spots. Here’s where differently-abled visitors can find smooth roads ahead in Bastrop: 1) June Hill Pape Riverwalk A peaceful, smooth trail, the June Hill Pape Riverwalk extends ½ a mile right along the…
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Swap screen time for family time in Bastrop, TX. In this friendly Texas town, you can hike through Bastrop State Park, drift along the Colorado River, walk through dinosaurs in the wild, zip along the longest dual zipline in Texas, and so much more. Read on for our top picks for family fun in…
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