In a nutshell
Benefiting the Bastrop Live Music Foundation, which works with local venues to bring shows to Bastrop, and provides individualized mentorship and lessons to young local musicians, the Texas Independence Day Jam will offer live music, food and drinks.
Those unable to attend who would still like to donate to the cause can do so online.
What’s happening
The vineyard’s owners, Steve and Sandy Frintz, will host a variety of Texas musicians, including:
- Texas String Assembly
- Great Trumpet
- Sam Barlow and His True Blue Band
- Owen Brothers, Dave Touchton Band, Marshall Hood Band
- Ben Zuniga Band, Dave Becker, Jeremy McCarroll Band
- JustHannah, Big Eyes Parker, Elle Townley, Parker Jensen
- Thursday Night Jeffersons, Randy Collier and Grassland
In addition to Rising Sun’s normal menu, which features pizzas, sandwiches and shareables, each night will offer special menus, including:
- Friday: New Mexican-style red chili asado dinner
- Saturday: Pig roast
- Sunday: Bloody Mary Gospel Brunch
Looking for a libation?
The family-operated winery serves handcrafted, homegrown wines. Its on-site sister company, Yegua Creek Brewery, focuses on house-brewed craft beers.
What else?
Families, including leashed pets, can set up a campsite with optional generators for the weekend.
Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs for the event, and their instruments for off-stage jams.
- Feb. 28-March 2, 11 a.m.-9 p.m
- Free (monetary donations accepted)
- Rising Sun Vineyard, 233 Edmonson Ranch Rd., McDade
