Lockhart, Texas hosts dozens of special events annually. From rodeos and stocks shows, to wine strolls, parades and street dances, Lockhart offers events for everyone. Below is a sampling of our annual events:
Spring
LOCKHART SIP & STROLL
Shop, sip and taste your way through our thriving historic square. With great
people, great wine, and live music, you are guaranteed to have a fabulous time at this annual event! For more information, visit lockhartsipandstroll.com
OLD SETTLER’S MUSIC FESTIVAL
As one of Central Texas’ signature music events, the festival features acoustic jazz and blues, bluegrass, local favorites, and award-winning artists from around the world. Camping, arts and crafts, and food and beverage vendors are on site during this annual event. For more information, visit oldsettlersmusicfest.org
RUNNING OF THE BULLS
Be the bull or run like hell. This is Lockhart’s unique version of Pamplona, Spain’s famous “Running of the Bulls.” But runners in our event don’t get gored by actual bulls! The run route in Historic Downtown Lockhart is only about a mile. This truly is a FUN RUN! Be the bull or be the runner.
CINCO DE MAYO
An annual cultural celebration that offers a variety of fun activities for the whole family, including live entertainment, a carnival, delicious food and much more! Visit the Greater Caldwell County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce for more information or call 512-398-9600.
COURTHOUSE NIGHTS
This is a monthly music series on the third Friday of each month from April to August. It’s a family-friendly, free event centered around the community on the Caldwell County Courthouse lawn.
CALDWELL COUNTY JR. LIVESTOCK SHOW
First Friday and Saturday of March.
Summer
CHISHOLM TRAIL ROUNDUP, RODEO & MUSIC FESTIVAL
Held the second full weekend in June, CTR is the largest three-day celebration in Lockhart. This family-friendly event hosts an award-winning rodeo, live entertainment, a carnival, food and craft vendors, a grand parade and much more! For more information, visit chisholmtrailroundup.com
LOCKHART INDEPENDENCE DAY EXTRAVAGANZA
Spend a warm summer evening with friends, family and neighbors celebrating our nation’s independence by taking in one of the BEST small-town fireworks displays in Central Texas. This event is always FREE to the public and our gift to the community.
Visit lockhartchamber.com
MOVIES IN THE PARK
Bring your blankets and lawn chairs, kick off your shoes, and enjoy a free series of
films under the stars in Lockhart City Park. For more information, visit lockhart-tx.org
Fall
DIEZ Y SEIS DE SEPTIEMBRE
Six nations have had sovereignty over some or all of the current territory of Texas. Once part of Mexico, we celebrate on this day Mexico’s independence from Spain. Hosted
by the Greater Caldwell County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, this annual festival features live entertainment, food and craft vendors, carnival rides and much more! Visit the Greater Caldwell County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce for more information or call 512-398-9600
EVENING WITH THE AUTHORS
Benefiting the Dr. Eugene Clark Library, this annual event is sure to be an unforgettable evening of conversation with locally and nationally famous authors, gourmet food and wine. For more information, visit eveningwiththeauthors.com
KEEP LOCKHART BEAUTIFUL
In affiliation with Keep Texas Beautiful, this annual program is a volunteer initiative that addresses beautification, litter prevention, waste reduction, recycling and more! With the support of our community, we can make a real difference for generations to come.
LOCKHART KIWANIS 5K STAMPEDE
Join us for this family-friendly race that provides scholarship opportunities for
local students and has become a Lockhart tradition. Come for the run, stay for the BBQ!
TEXAS MONTHLY BBQ FEST & WORLD’S FAIR
This annual festival is held in the Barbeque Capital of Texas during the first weekend of November.
LOCKTOBER FEST
Prost! Here comes the annual Locktoberfest, soon enough overflowing shops, bars, and restaurants in downtown Lockhart, Texas. This celebration brings you the essence of world-famous Oktoberfest celebrations, combining traditional Bavarian culture with a local Texas twist.
Winter
A CHRISTMAS TO REMEMBER IN LOCKHART
A Christmas to Remember in Lockhart is a holiday gift to the residents and visitors of Lockhart and Caldwell County and is presented by the Friends of the Dr. Eugene Clark Library in collaboration with the City of Lockhart, Lockhart Chamber of Commerce, Greater Caldwell County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and Lockhart Downtown Business Association.
SPEAKING OF THE DEAD (TO BE DETERMINED)
For more information, contact the Caldwell County Historical Commission or call 512-398-6292.