Easter Egg-stravaganza
Come out to Kyle’s Gregg-Clarke Park on Wednesday, April 12 from 5-8 p.m. for this egg-cellent event, including free carnival games, inflatables, food vendors, age-specific egg hunts, the Easter Bunny and more.
Easter Bunny at the Train Depot
The Easter Bunny is coming to the Depot! Enjoy treat bags for the kiddos and a chance to have photos with Mr. Bunny from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 15 at the Kyle Railroad Depot & Heritage Center. The event is hosted by the Hays County Historical Commission.
Buda Easter Egg Hunt
Hop to Buda Sportsplex for an egg-citing egg hunt April 15 from 9-11:30 a.m. At this freeevent, kids will make a dash towards the hunting ground to try and collect as many eggs and treats that can be found. Following the egg hunt, there will be more activities and fun for the whole family.
Mutt Strutt
Mutt Strutt is a one-mile walk followed by a festive day of fun for dogs and humans. All funds raised will benefit the adoptable animals at the San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter. Events include dog races, pet contests, food and prizes. All dogs are welcome but must be on a leash. The event will be held 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at San Marcos Plaza Park April 15.
Earth Day at Kyle Library
Join Tito the Tortoise for Earth Day on at 12:30 p.m. April 22 and be a part of the conservation conversation. Come meet the Green Team at the Kyle Public Library. There will be pizza, drinks, fun, and information for all ages at this free event.
Old Settler’s Music Festival
This annual festival at Camp Ben McCullough in Driftwood offers bluegrass, folk and Americana acts performing on four stages over four days, along with camping in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. Past performers include Sam Bush, Richard Thompson, Bruce Hornsby, The Mavericks, Alison Krauss and Michael Franti, and favorite locals such as Patty Griffin and Ray Wylie Hubbard. This year’s festival will be held April 20-23. See oldsettlersmusicfest.org for more information.
Butterfly Festival
Celebrate Earth Day at this free festival at the EmilyAnn Theatre and Gardens in Wimberley, which includes a live release of butterflies throughout the day, a flag raising ceremony, a commemorative Air Force flyover, butterfly art, games and more on April 22. See emilyann.org for more.
Founders Day Festival
Head to downtown Dripping Springs April 21-23 for the 30th annual celebration of the founding of the Dripping Springs community. The celebration kicks off with the Grand Parade and includes free music and entertainment on two stages, the Mighty Thomas Carnival, food, beer, street dances, cook-off competitions, over 150 arts and crafts booths and business vendors. See cityofdrippingsprings.com for more information.
Wiener Dog Races
The wiens are back! Come out to Buda City Park April 29 and 30 to see the fastest pups around at one of Central Texas’ biggest wiener dog festivals. This year’s theme is “Wienertopia.” Watch pups from all over put their best paws forward in the wiener dog races, enjoy local vendors and snacks and listen to live music at this annual event. Other events include pet parades, martial arts demonstrations, a spelling bee, cook-offs and much more. See budalions.com for a schedule or to register your racer.
