Bastrop
Holidays are truly memorable in Bastrop with festive celebrations that make this time of year shine brighter than ever.
‘Tis the season for a holiday getaway to Bastrop. No matter the season or reason, holidays are truly memorable here. Their special events and festive celebrations make this time of year shine brighter than ever. Join for the annual Lost Pines Christmas celebration with numerous holiday events, small-town traditions and fun for the entire family.
Make your Christmas even more cozy with a festive getaway at Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa. The riverside resort transforms into a holiday wonderland with twinkling décor, weekend visits from Santa and Mrs. Claus, festive markets, family-friendly workshops and special seasonal meals. It’s the perfect way to extend your Christmas celebrations into a full holiday retreat. Find more information on the following events here.
Some of the best in Bastrop events happening this season include:
Step back in time and experience the charm of Bastrop’s annual Holiday Homes Tour! For more than 40 years, this beloved tradition has opened the doors to some of Bastrop’s most beautiful and historic homes, each decorated in festive holiday splendor. Before or after the tour, enjoy the Lost Pines Christmas magic in Downtown Bastrop—browse local boutiques, art galleries, and specialty shops to find one-of-a-kind gifts that are as unique as our town itself.
Saturday, December 13 | 12 to 5 p.m. | Downtown Bastrop
Tickets available here.
Merry on Main
Get ready for a jolly good time at the Bastrop Main Street Program’s annual Merry on Main! Spend the day in Downtown Bastrop enjoying festive fun for the whole family—write letters to Santa, shop ‘til you drop, and soak up the holiday cheer around every corner. With local shops, sweet treats, and plenty of surprises, it’s a day you won’t want to miss!
Saturday, December 13 | 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Downtown Bastrop
Lost Pines Christmas Lighted Parade
Join us for one of Bastrop’s most beloved holiday traditions—the Lost Pines Lighted Christmas Parade! Don’t miss more than 150+ dazzling entries, from fanciful floats and fire trucks to unicycles, vintage cars, dancing Honey Bears, and even Santa himself. Produced by the City of Bastrop, this joyful celebration lights up Main Street and brings holiday cheer to all ages.
Saturday, December 13 | Parade begins at 6 p.m. | Downtown Bastrop
Free Shuttle Service for Visitors
Skip the downtown parking hunt! Visitors can park at the Bastrop Convention Center (1408 Chestnut Street) and hop on our complimentary shuttle for a quick ride into the heart of the festivities. Running throughout the day for Merry on Main and the Lighted Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 13 only!
But that’s not all that’s going on! Here are more holiday events you can take part in.
Events happening in Bastrop all month long:
- •. Bastrop River of Lights | November 28 to January 5 | Dusk to 10 p.m. nightly
- •. Meet Santa & Mrs. Claus | Fridays and Saturdays, November 28 to December 20 | 6 p.m.
- •. Santa’s Workshop | November 28 to December 24
- •. Holiday Wagon Rides | December 20 through 30 | Book Here
- •. Christmas Dinner | Thursday, December 25 | Various Times | Riverbend Event Barn | Book Here
