From art exhibits to a play, rodeo and beer crawl, here’s what’s going on Aug. 1-3.
This list is not comprehensive. Events are subject to change.
78th annual Bastrop Homecoming & Rodeo
Community members can watch various events, including team roping, mutton busting, 4D jackpot barrel and rodeo slack. There will also be live music performances by People’s Choice Band and Jacob Stelly, along with a parade, vendors and more.
- Through Aug. 2, event times vary by day
- $15 and up
- Mayfest Park, 25 American Legion Drive, Bastrop
- www.bastrophomecomingrodeo.org
Artist Christopher Powell, winner of the 2025 Buda Art Brawl, will display his paintings depicting scenes inspired by real-world and imaginary subjects. The exhibit will be closed on Sundays.
- Through Aug. 9, 1-6 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- Inspired Minds Art Center, 121 Main St., Buda
- www.inspiredminds.art/gallery
Summer Stock Austin will present Disney’s “Mary Poppins” this summer at the Texas Performing Arts McCullough Theatre.
- Through Aug. 10 (Thursdays-Sundays), show times vary
- $40.45-$80.50
- 2390 Robert Dedman Drive, Austin
- www.impactarts.org/ssa-2025
- Aug. 1: Blake Robert, 6:30-9 p.m.
- Aug. 2: Eric Heideman Band, 6:30-9 p.m.
- 3610 RM 1869, Ste. B, Liberty Hill
- www.agapebbq.com/upcoming-events
- Aug. 1: Sieker Band, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
- Aug. 2: Ricky Boen, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
- 2540 RM 1869, Liberty Hill
- www.dahliacafe.com/calendar
The weekend-long event will include live music and opportunities to get to know fellow specialty bike and van owners through a camping experience.
- Aug. 1, 10 a.m.-midnight; Aug. 2, 10 a.m.-1 a.m.; Aug. 3, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Free (spectators), $35 (show vehicle registration), $30 (swap meet spot or vendor spot), $40 (premium vendor spot), $20 (camping pass)
- Walburg German Restaurant, 3777 FM 972, Walburg
- www.tributemotorfest.com
Week seven of the league is coming to Cedar Park where attendees can catch elite beach volleyball players in action.
- Aug. 1, 6 p.m.; Aug. 2, 5 p.m.
- $45.20
- H-E-B Center at Cedar Park, 2100 Ave. of the Stars, Cedar Park
- www.hebcenter.com
Community members can spend a day tasting craft beer at downtown retail stores and restaurants. Attendees will receive a map of participating locations, and some will offer spicy snacks.
- Aug. 2, 1-3 p.m. (early VIP access), 3-6 p.m. (general admission)
- $30 (general admission with keepsake tasting glass), $70 (VIP admission with special reception, swag bag, keepsake tasting glass and event hat)
- Downtown Georgetown, 816 S. Main St., Georgetown
- https://visit.georgetown.org
The Lost Pines Art Center will host a reception with new exhibits, art talks and a silent auction.
- Aug. 2, 6-8 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- Lost Pines Art Center, 1204 Chestnut St., Bastrop
- www.lostpinesartcenter.org
The event will showcase Ken Kruse of Frankly Singing, who will bring Sinatra’s tunes to life with performances of ballads and swing songs.
- Aug. 3, 2-4 p.m.
- $15
- Southwestern University, Alma Thomas Theater, 1001 E. University Ave., Georgetown
- www.southwestern.edu
