September is one of the best times to experience Bastrop. As Hispanic Heritage Month begins, Historic Downtown Bastrop comes alive with vibrant music, colorful traditions, authentic flavors, and unforgettable cultural experiences. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or looking for a unique day…
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When visiting Bastrop, Texas, you’ll find historic charm, river views, local eateries, and a thriving small-business community. But did you know you can also leave town with something truly permanent? Meet Howdy Yall Tattoo, the only dedicated tattoo shop within Bastrop city limits, and a welcoming…
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A fierce advocate for abolition and women’s rights — as well as the first woman to ever lead an armed military operation in the United States — Harriet Tubman is perhaps one of the most well-known figures of American history. This incredible person is widely perceived as an icon of absolute courage…
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We’re sending off summer with a fond farewell at “Bye Bye Summer,” a free event in Downtown Bastrop on Saturday, September 30th. This walking art tour will be a visual feast with over 120 urban sketchers creating live art during the event, plus 16 art galleries and studios featuring work from over…
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Art is one of the true loves of Bastrop, TX and it shows. Just 30 miles outside of Austin, Bastrop is a welcoming, free-flowing, green-and-beautiful kind of place that painters, sculptors, and more are pleased to call home. From galleries to classes, here’s where to head for great art and…
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The film-friendliest town in Texas, Bastrop has welcomed filmmakers for years. In fact, Bastrop County has officially been named the “Film Hospitality Capital of Texas,” a title that recognizes the region’s decades-long history of hosting production crews for everything from blockbuster movies to…
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