February
Daddy Daughter Dance
Feb. 8 5:30–7:30 p.m. (infants–7-year-olds), 8–10:30 p.m. (age 8 and older) $7 (per person before Feb. 1), $10 (per person after Feb. 1)
Fathers can take their daughters out for a night of dancing, treats and refreshments. Professional photography is available for an additional charge.
Clay Madsen Recreation Center, 1600 Gattis School Road, Round Rock 512-218-3220, ext. 0www.roundrocktexas.gov
Imagine
Feb. 28 7–9 p.m. Free
Browse painting, drawings, photography, sculpture, ceramics, computer-based art, mixed media and other art by Round Rock– and Austin-area artists.
Texas State University Round Rock Campus, 1555 University Blvd., Round Rock 512-218-7099www.roundrockarts.org
March
Spunky Shaylah 5K and 1K Inspiration Walk
March 22 8–10:30 a.m. $5 (1K youth), $10 (1K adult), $12 (5K youth), $20 (5K adult)
Participants may join the 1K memory walk, 5K fun run and walk or both to benefit the Shaylah Dame Skatepark. Walkers are encouraged to show their spirit during the 5K with a spunky outfit or by running with a team. The event is a fun run/walk and is not timed.
Shaylah Dame Skatepark, 1600 Gattis School Road, Round Rock 512-218-5540www.roundrocktexas.gov
Youth Fishing Derby
March 29 7–11 a.m. Free
Participants are divided into three age groups: Perch Division for children ages 3–5, Snapper Division for ages 6–9 and Redfish Division for ages 10–12. Prizes are awarded for fish caught in each division. The event also includes demonstrations and other activities.
Old Settlers Park, 3300 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock 512-218-5540www.roundrocktexas.gov
Spring Pfling
March 29 Noon–3 p.m. Free
This event celebrates the city's eco-friendly initiatives and highlights parks and recreation programs. Vendors offering local opportunities for fitness, healthy living, landscaping and conservation are on hand. Other activities include face painting, a petting zoo, bounce houses, balloons, clowns and more.
Heritage Park, 901 Old Austin-Hutto Road, Pflugerville 512-990-6113www.pflugervilletx.gov
April
Hutto Crawfish Festival
April 12 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Free
This event includes live music, children's activities, a classic car show, and arts and crafts booths. Fresh crawfish and sausage plates are available for purchase.
East and Farley streets, Hutto 512-759-4400www.huttochamber.com
Clean Up Day
April 12 8:30 a.m.–noon Free
Pflugerville residents are invited to dispose of and recycle household items. Photo identification and proof of residency, such as a utility bill, must be presented before items can be dropped off. For a full list of accepted items, visit the city of Pflugerville's website.
Across from Brookhollow Elementary School1201 Railroad Ave., Pflugerville 512-990-5400www.pflugervilletx.gov
Flashlight egg hunt
April 17 7:15–8:45 p.m. $4–$5
Children can fill their baskets with eggs, candy and prizes during hunts held after the sun sets. Special gold eggs can be redeemed for extra prizes.
Old Settlers Park, 3300 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock 512-218-5540www.roundrocktexas.gov
Hutto Easter Egg Hunt
April 19 9–10 a.m. Free
The city of Hutto Parks and Recreation Department hosts an Easter egg hunt for children of all ages from throughout Hutto and neighboring communities. Children can meet the Easter Bunny and Hutto Hippo.
Fritz Park, 306 E. Live Oak St., Hutto 512-759-4000www.huttotx.gov
May
Round Rock the Boat Regatta
May 3 10–11 a.m. $25 (to enter a boat), free to watch
Participants pit their handmade cardboard boats in a race against competitors at the annual event. Awards are given in several categories, including Most Functional Design, People's Choice and Titanic.
Old Settlers Park, 3300 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock 512-218-5540www.roundrocktexas.gov
Deutschen Pfest
May 16–18 Price and times TBA
This annual festival includes live music, food, an arts and crafts fair, a carnival, petting zoo, 5K and a parade.
Pfluger Park, 515 City Park Road, Pflugerville 512-990-6350www.pflugervilletx.gov/dpfest
June
Kidfish
June 7 Price and times TBA
Children age 16 and younger compete for longest fish caught and a chance to qualify for the state tournament. Prizes are awarded for the first- and second-place winners in each age group.
Lake Pflugerville, 18216 Weiss Lane, Pflugerville 512-990-6350www.pflugervilletx.gov/kidfish
Lake Pflugerville Triathalon
June 15 Price and times TBA
Athletes of all skill levels are challenged to complete a 500-meter swim, 14-mile bike ride and 3-mile run. Refreshments are provided to finishers.
Lake Pflugerville, 18216 Weiss Lane, Pflugerville 512-990-6350www.lakepflugervilletri.com
July
Frontier Days and Round Rock parade
July 4 10 a.m. (parade), noon (Frontier Days festival) Free
Enjoy a parade, fireworks, carnival rides, a jalapeo-eating contest, children's games, a re-enactment of the Sam Bass shootout, a movie in the park, live music, Sertoma's rubber duck race and more.
Old Settlers Park, 3300 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock 512-218-5540www.roundrocktexas.gov
Pflugerville Pfirecracker Pfestival
July 4 Times TBA
This celebration includes live music, food, children's games, bounce houses, swimming, fishing, watercraft rentals and a fireworks show dependent on drought conditions.
Lake Pflugerville, 18216 Weiss Lane, Pflugerville 512-990-6113 www.pflugervilletx.gov/pfirecracker
September
Hairy Man Festival
Price and times TBA
This event raises money for local charities and offers a day of food, arts and crafts, children's activities, special performances, live music, a hairiest man contest and a 5K.
Cat Hollow Park, 8600 O'Connor Drive, Round Rock 512-255-7871, ext. 218www.hairymanfestival.org
October
Chalk Walk
Oct. 3–4 2–9 p.m. (Oct. 3), 10 a.m.–7 p.m. (Oct. 4) Free
Round Rock Arts presents Chalk Walk, featuring chalk artists, local musicians, crafters, food vendors and activities for children and adults.
Downtown Round Rock, 221 E. Main St., Round Rock 512-218-7099www.roundrockarts.org/chalk-walk
Pflugerville Pfall Chili Pfest
Oct. 18 Price and times TBA
Compete in a chili cookoff and jalapeo-eating contest, browse the car show and arts and crafts vendors, or take part in a children's area, street dance, washer tournament and more.
Downtown Pflugerville, Main Street and Railroad Avenue 512-990-6113www.pflugervilletx.gov/chili
Hutto Olde Tyme Days
Oct. 17–18 7:30 p.m. (Oct. 17), 10 a.m.–7 p.m. (Oct. 18) Free
Experience live music on two stages, food, rides, a classic car show and arts and crafts booths.
Historic Downtown Hutto, near intersection of Hwy. 79 and East Street 512-759-4400www.huttooldetymedays.com
November
Pfall Pfest
Nov. 14 Price and times TBA
Start holiday shopping as arts and crafts vendors display their one-of-a-kind items, which include baked goods, jewelry, glassware and more.
Pflugerville Recreation Center, 400 Immanuel Road, Pflugerville 512-990-6350www.pflugervilletx.gov/pfallpfest