Leander / NW Austin KOA Holiday Events

Every Saturday, find fresh produce and lots of good items.  9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
"The Old Town Leander Farmers Market at Smooth Village is your destination for farm to table products, arts and crafts, and much more. We take pride in our vendor selection and work to ensure that all of our customers receive the best in quality and service from our vendors. Shopping locally in Leander is an absolute priority of ours and we are glad to share this market with you as we work together to ensure that our city maintains a neighborly, hometown feel with great opportunities for a variety of product and service vendors."

Hailed as Austin's wildest party, CARNAVAL BRASILEIRO is the city's annual Brazilian-style Mardi Gras celebration. It has grown into a local institution, attracting over 5000 party goers from all over the US. The flamboyant, sometimes risque, costumes, the driving Brazilian samba, and uninhibited, spirited atmosphere have earned CARNAVAL its reputation as one of the best and biggest festivities outside of Brazil.

When: Feb 4, 2023
Where: 412 Congress Ave. D, Austin, TX 78701

"They've scoured Austin for the craftiest, most delicious Bloody Mary's. Taste & enjoy them and then vote for your fave to help crown Best Bloody Mary in Austin! The 4th Annual Bloody Mary Festival - Austin
TICKETS INCLUDE:

• Unlimited Bloody Mary's, created by the finest bars, restaurants, craft bottled mixes
  
• Cocktails, coffee, food, & beverage tastes from local companies
  
• Temp tattoos, photo ops, & more!
  
• One vote for The People's Choice award for best Bloody Mary in ATX
  

Benefiting a great local organization: Girls Empowerment Network, help girls become unstoppable."
Source: www.eventbrite.com/e/the-bloody-mary-festival-austin-tickets-451819874407?aff=erelexpmlt

The annual Austin RV Expo returns for its 15th year at the Austin Convention Center. Tons of inventory and the latest models! Along with vendors, free seminars, and live music, this is an RV Expo experience that you are sure to enjoy!

4 days only at the Austin Convention Center!
Thursday, February 16, 2023 (noon-8pm)
Friday, February 17, 2023 (10am-8pm)
Saturday, February 18, 2023 (10am-8pm)
Sunday, February 19, 2023 (10am-5pm)

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Huge Music Festival with Arts and crafts, gaming expo, and conferences. Want to be discovered? Come to Austin, TX
"From March 10-19, experience unparalleled discovery, learning, professional development, and networking with creatives from around the world. The event features Conference sessions, Film Festival screenings, Music Festival showcases, world-class Exhibitions, networking opportunities, competitions, awards ceremonies, and much more." 
https://www.sxsw.com/deadlines/

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Rodeo Austin is looking forward to bringing back Gritty Fun, March 10-25, 2023! Rodeo Austin remains a mission with a rodeo that brings heritage and entertainment to the community. Mark your calendars for Rodeo Austin 2023! Come be a part of real Texas grit...live and hands on! Check the website for more details!

The Bluebonnet Airshow has once again secured the appearance of the A10 Thunderbolt Demonstration Team! Of course, this wouldn't be a Commemorative Air Force event without the old birds as well, such as the B25, C47, P51, and many more beautiful World War II-era aircraft. Also, join us as we unveil the Highland Lakes Squadron's C47, the Texas Zephyr!

Coke Zero Sugar 400 | NASCAR Cup Series Full Race Replay Quaker State 400 presented by Walmart | NASCAR Cup Series Full Race Replay Nascar FedEx Cup Series S1 R10 Daytona Regular Season

Fri, Mar 24
Austin, TX

Nascar Xfinity series 250 & Xpel 225-Saturday, March 25, 2023. Race fans get ready for a weekend of NASCAR in Austin, Texas, when the NASCAR Cup Series, NASCAR Xfinity Series & NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series return to Circuit of The Americas, March 24-26, 2023. The action-packed NASCAR at COTA weekend will Keep Austin Wheeled with the EchoPark Automotive Grand Prix, NASCAR Xfinity Series 250 and XPEL 225.

A free, wonderful celebration of colorful kites fill the sky in the green spaces of Zilker Park in downtown Austin. Whether a participant or spectator, what a way to kick off spring.  The event includes a kite-making workshop, rock climbing wall, bungee jumping, face painting and more.  Don't forget there will be food stands featuring local foods.

Dates: April 1, 2023
Place: Zilker Park
Time: 10am - 5pm

Grab your basket and come on down to Lakeway City Park to celebrate the Spring season with our yearly EGGstravaganza event!
Sat, Apr 1: 
2:00PM Vendors, Lakeway Bunny photos, and Activities begin
2:30 PM 9-10 year old egg hunt
2:45 PM 7-8 year old egg hunt
3:00 PM 5-6 year old egg hunt
3:15 PM 3-4 year old egg hunt
3:30 PM  1-2 year old egg huntDuring each hunt, find a golden egg to win a special prize!
Enjoy our complimentary activities, including photo opportunities with the Lakeway Bunny 
Lakeway City Park
502 Hurst Creek Rd, Lakeway, TX

Burnet is considered one of the best places in Texas for viewing wildflowers. The town officially gained recognition to the well-known fact in 1981, when the Texas State Legislature officially designated Burnet the “Bluebonnet Capital of Texas". There is no match in beauty when it comes to Texas Bonnets! Come to our site and book a spot so you can witness the true beauty of Texas first hand!

The weekend is full of activities sure to please all ages. There's something for everyone, such as live music, a carnival, food, races of all kinds, and lots and lots of shopping. You're sure to find an activity or two everyone can enjoy.

Come witness the fastest show on 2 wheels.  Austin revs up with motocycle action with the world's greatest riders. Circuit of the Americas is a 20-turn track and is home to the only Formula 1 and MotoGP races in the country. The track is 3.42 miles long with an intimidating 133-foot hill at Turn 1 that is a must see!  Check out the COTA Fan zone with food and beverage options.

We are sorry,  Event has been postponed to a later date.

Circuit of The Americas will host the world's premier motorcycle racing World Championship, MotoGP™, 2023 joined its roster of racing events in the spring with the three-day series at the purpose-built Grand Prix venue.
Reserve your RV site or Cabin today and don't miss out on the MotoGP RACES at Circuit of the Americas annually in the Circuit of the Americas, Austin, TX.

Where: Circuit of The Americas, Austin, TX
When: April 2023

MONSTER JAM STADIUM CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES RED is heading to Austin.
"A NEW APEX PREDATOR IS BORN
It's a creation story only Monster Jam can tell.
Two Monster Jam technicians have gone rogue and opened a secret facility specifically to create a new mechanical beast to challenge for Monster Jam supremacy.
Hard at work on their creation, these mad technicians had no idea a cosmic red storm was about to strike Earth and their lab. This thunderous event transformed their creation into the newest apex predator – ThunderROARus"
DATES:
April 22th @ 7PM
April 23th @ 2PM

FREE ENTRY ALL DAY
Central Texas kicks off Spring on the Lake Travis with LAGO FEST. There is plenty to see, do and hear – live music, artwork by Texas artists and fine craftsman, terrific food trucks, beverages for all ages, a kids zone, and more.
Family-Friendly

Headliner: Ray Wylie Hubbard

Seeds from poppies in Europe were sent to Georgetown right after World War I. Henry Purl Compton (known as “Okra”) who served in the American Expeditionary Forces sent them to his mother. She planted them at her home which is now 507 East 7th Street. From there, they were spread (by birds, bees, and people!) down the river and over much of Old Town. On April 25, 1990, Georgetown was certified by local residents and the Texas Legislature as the “Red Poppy Capital of Texas.” 

Come out and enjoy a car & truck show, artisans, the festival parade and there will also be a kids fun zone and children's coloring contest and much more! There will be the Red Poppy 5K and eats as well.

April 28 - April 30, 2023

Stroll down the streets along the railroad tracks to visit local arts and crafts booths and enjoy the tastes of Texas Wines and Spirits. Bring the family as there will be fun for kids, both young and old! While visiting, enjoy local entertainment inside the Flanigan's Courtyard.This is a free event and open for anyone to walk around the festival.

FREE ADMISSION | FOOD CONCESSIONS | CRAFT ARTISANS | 50+ BANDS | KIDS AREAThe Pecan Street Festival is the largest and longest-running of Texas' arts/crafts and music festivals. The event has bragging rights for being FREE and is the ONLY large-scale festival around with this claim!  It draws nearly 300 local and national arts, crafts and food vendors, +/-50 musical acts and a quarter-million attendees during the weekend.Behind the festival is The Pecan Street Association (“PSA”), a non-profit behind the festival, that gives back to the community via donations to local non-profits and historical education/preservation of Pecan Street (aka Sixth St.).The bi-yearly festival is held in downtown Austin's Sixth Street Historic District and draws local and national artists offering original handcrafted creations from metal, wood, fiber, clay, leather, glass, stone and even re-purposed materials.  As you look for your next treasure, make sure to fill your stomach with local offerings along the way and make time to catch the live music throughout the day.

The music and performing line-up will be announced in late March.

Starts @ 5 PM
"For the tenth straight year, Country music's biggest superstars will perform in a celebration of all things Country at the 2023 iHeartCountry Festival presented by Capital One. In addition, Bobby Bones, one of iHeartMedia's nationally-syndicated top on-air personalities, will return as the official host of the iHeartCountry Festival main stage. Past performers include Blake Shelton, Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood, Jason Aldean, George Strait, Tim McGraw, Miranda Lambert, Keith Urban, Zac Brown Band, Florida Georgia Line, Lady A, Rascal Flatts, Thomas Rhett, Dierks Bentley and Kelsea Ballerini."
https://www.iheart.com/iheartcountry-festival/

Rodeo Performances, Carnival, Mutton Bustin', High School Steer Saddling Challenge, Scholarships, and more! 

Opens at 8 AM
Schedule: Thursday, May 18th
10:00am Steer Roping Slack
5:00pm Gates Open
5:00pm Vendors Open
5:00pm Carnival Opens
5:30pm Mutton Bustin' Sign Up
6:30pm Mutton Busters Ride
7:30pm Rodeo Performance
 
Schedule: Friday, May 19th
10:00am Timed Events Slack
4:00pm Carnival Opens
5:00pm Gates Open
5:00pm Vendors Open
5:30pm Mutton Bustin' Sign Up
6:30pm Mutton Busters Ride
7:30pm Rodeo Performance
 
[b]Schedule: Saturday, May 20th[/b]
10:00am Barrels and Breakaway Slack
1:00pm Carnival Opens
5:00pm Gates Open
5:00pm Vendors Open
5:30pm Mutton Bustin' Sign Up
6:30pm Mutton Busters Ride
7:30pm Rodeo Performance

Foodies far and wide, sample your way through this festival and support The Austin Food & Wine Alliance.  Learn how to master your own kitchen or grill at the Cooking Demo Tent or Grillin'&Chillin' Event.  You can't be at an Austin Food Festival without a Taco competition at the Rock Your Taco Showdown.  Naturally, since this is Austin, music will be your regular companion.  Bring your appetite, you will need it!

ATX - What better way to celebrate the TV medium than attending the ATX Television Festival in Austin?!  The four day event consists of panels, screenings & events where attendees and leaders in the the TV industry talk, watch & experience television together as one.  The festival is attended by fans and industry alike.

Join in on the amazing celebration of this medium.  Know as a TV Camp for "grown ups", the festival has a basic rule of engagement, "Be Cool", when engaging with others.
SERIES
CHEERS  HOMELAND  MORE TO COME!
PANELS
JAMES BURROWS  LES CHARLES  GLEN CHARLES  ALEX GANSA  HOWARD GORDON  LESLI LINKA GLATTER  MORE TO COME!

Where:
1) Alamo Drafthouse Ritz / Theater 1, 320 E. 6th St
2) Alamo Drafthouse Ritz / Theater 2, 320 E 6th St
3) The Driskill / Crystal Room, 604 Brazos St
4) Hotel San Jose, 1316 S Congress Ave
5) Intercontinental Stephen F. Austin Hotel / Ballroom, 701 Congress Ave (Official Festival Hotel Headquarters)
6) Paramount Theatre, 713 Congress Ave
7) Stateside at the Paramount, 719 Congress Ave

Graphic - Courtesy of ATX Television Festival

Vintage Market Days® is an upscale vintage-inspired market featuring original art, antiques, clothing, jewelry, handmade treasures, home décor, outdoor furnishings, consumable yummies, seasonal plantings and a little more. The market is a three day event held several times a year in varying communities throughout the United States. Each Vintage Market Days® event is a unique opportunity for vendors to display their talents and passions in different venues throughout the country.  The market will also provide the guest with a very special shopping experience. 
Event Hours & Admissions 
Friday, June 2, 2023
10:00 am to 5:00 pm - Early Buying Event
Saturday, June 3, 2023
10:00 am to 5:00 pm - General Admission
Sunday, June 4, 2023
10:00 am to 5:00 pm - General Admission
Admission for children under 12 is free. Cash and credit card are accepted at the gate. Once purchased, your ticket is good for re-entry into the event all weekend.
Source: https://vintagemarketdays.com/market/greater-austin/index.php

The Old Town Street Festival, one of Central Texas's most popular events, is a fun festival held the first Saturday in June in downtown Leander's charming Old Town District. The streets of Old Town Leander fill with local and national artisans offering handcrafted creations.

Look back for more details to come!

Fri, Jun 9?–?Sat, Jun 10
AGRILIFE AUDITORIUM
607 N S Vandeveer St, Burnet, TX

Free your mind from prejudice or keep it free and celebrate Juneteenth, when Texas finally adopted an abolishment of slavery, 2 1/2 years after it had been declared by President Abraham Lincoln.  That day was June19th,1865.  The Miss Juneteenth Austin Pageant celebrates beauty and is held a week before the festival, on June 9th, at 6pm, so she can proudly participate in the historical parade on June 16th, at 9am.  Afterwards, head over to the park to celebrate with music and food.

"The Greater Austin Comic Convention is a celebration that brings all things pop culture together with the Austin Vibe. It packs in two fun-filled days of entertainment that the whole family can enjoy at the beautiful H-E-B Center in Cedar Park!"
JUNE 24TH, 2023
10 A.M. — 6 P.M.
VIP EARLY ENTRY AT 9:30 A.M

JUNE 25TH, 2023
10 A.M. — 5 P.M.
VIP EARLY ENTRY AT 9:30 A.M.

Celebrate liberty on the 4th of July in Leander.  You will find live music, vendors, children's activities and a spectacular fireworks display.  The party begins way before it gets dark so come and see.

"Willie Nelson picnic with barbeque is the traditional way to celebrate the 4th of July. But if you come to Austin, you'll also see a large concert with legendary performers. America's beloved icon—Willie Nelson—created this annual event in 1972. Since then, every summer Willie Nelson, along with some other big names in music, get together to celebrate Independence Day with a festival. The concert features performances by more than 20 artists, on two stages, at the Circuit of The Americas racing track near Austin. The main stage is the Austin 360 Amphitheater, and the second stage is located in the Grand Plaza. The Grand Plaza has picnic tables where fans can eat, drink, celebrate, and watch their favorite artists. There you can also find a shopping area with a huge variety of Texas-based vendors. At the end of the celebration, everybody can observe a grand fireworks display."
Source/photo credit: https://rove.me/to/texas/willie-nelsons-fourth-of-July-picnic

RTX is a three day gaming and internet event hosted by Rooster Teeth!  It celebrates the world's greatest gaming, animation, comedy and internet culture. See the greatest new games, learn about the industry, and meet the best fans in the world!

What is the Cedar Park Pro Rodeo?The Cedar Park Pro Rodeo features two spectacular evenings of professional rodeo performances that are suitable for the whole family to enjoy.

Be part of the LGBTQ community or celebrate with them at the annual Pride festival.  Join the revolution.

August 2023 dates will be posted as soon as they released.

Pepper got your tongue?  IT WILL....once you have sampled hundreds of hot sauces and local foods while listening to live music.  This festival is not for the weak stomach, so make sure you come prepared to have your mouth on fire!

"The 46th Annual Oatmeal Festival will be taking place in September, 2023.The cities of Oatmeal and Bertram, in Texas, host a two-day Oatmeal Festival to raise funds for youth scholarships and community enhancement. It features plenty of events, including BBQ dinner, fun parades, games, oatmeal baking competition, races and live music.The Oatmeal Festival is a local 501c3 non profit that strives to give back to the surrounding community."

ACL is on of the largest Live Music Festivals in the world. ACL has over 100 bands on 8 stages over 3 days in Austin's Zilker Park. This event is on 2 seperate weekends with different bands playing each weekend!
OCT 6-8 & 13-15, 2023 • ZILKER PARK • AUSTIN, TX

Put on your lederhosen, bring your thirst and go for some wurst.   There is plenty of food, drink and entertainment.  You can even mark social dance off your to-do list with the chance to do the Chicken Dance and a Polka or two.

The Austin Celtic Festival offers the highest quality regional and international Celtic artists with an extraordinary lineup of talent. From Irish Step Dancing to Scottish Country Dancing, the Austin Celtic Fest fits every groove. Watch from the sidelines or join in!

*Dates for 2023 will be added when the event has been scheduled, so stay tuned for more information.

Step back into time and experience Bethlehem with all it's sites and sounds preparing for the arrival of a newborn baby, Christ.  This live production includes performers posing as soldiers, peddlers, gypsies, the aged and crippled.  No reenactment would be complete without animals...be amazed as camels, donkeys, sheep, goats, chickens, and doves line the streets and stalls.

2022 Dates: December 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 9th, 10th, 11th
6:00 – 9:00 pm each evening