2026 Markets & Festivals Schedule

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 The Art Squared Arts Market is a juried arts and fine crafts market, bringing the best local artists together in one place. The Market always takes place at the San Marcos, Texas Downtown Square on the Second Saturday of each month, March - December. 

 Sip, shop, and stroll your way through Historic Downtown Elgin every 2nd Thursday of each month from 5-8 pm. Sample drinks & local foods, enjoy live entertainment and shop for one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, home decor, art, and more. You'll find C Powell Studio in the Elgin Farmers Market in Veterans' Memorial Park in the Spring & Fall.

 Mainly Arts is a seasonal art market in downtown Round Rock. Round Rock Arts & Culture offers artists the opportunity to vend at one market in the Spring & Fall each year. There's something new to look at every market!

located right on the bay in Rockport, this is a huge event  packed with unique vendors, handcrafted goods, great food, and a laid-back coastal vibe with live music & festival energy.

https://www.acmtexas.com/

located right on the bay in Rockport, this is a huge event  packed with unique vendors, handcrafted goods, great food, and a laid-back coastal vibe with live music & festival energy.

https://www.acmtexas.com/

 The 12th Annual South Street Art Festival, 

the longest running and only fine art festival in

the Downtown Cultural Arts District of Arlington, returns 

April 3-5, 2025.

 See and buy from up to 100 local, regional and national artists selling work in one of 14 different categories. Art lovers and collectors can stroll down South Street seeing booth after booth of one of a kind original art from skilled artisans. 

https://southstreetartfest.com/

 18th Annual Sunset Valley ARTFEST, a free, one-day outdoor festival celebrating art, music, and community.

The event features over 120 artisans showcasing handmade works including paintings, sculpture, jewelry, glass, wood, and metal art. Guests can enjoy live music from Austin-area performers on the Main Stage, a variety of local food trucks, and a vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere.

https://www.facebook.com/SunsetValleyArts

The Annual Founders Day Festival honors and celebrates the founding of the Dripping Springs community in 1850.  The three-day celebration kicks off with the Grand Parade and includes: free music and entertainment, the Mighty Thomas Carnival, food, beer, street dances, cook-off competitions, over 150 arts and crafts booths and business vendors.

https://www.drippingspringstx.gov/founders-day

The Pecan Street Festival is a free two-day arts festival that takes place in the Hill Country Galleria in Bee Caves. It’s held twice a year in May and September. This juried festival attracts hundreds of local and national artisans offering original handcrafted creations in a variety of mediums.

https://pecanstreetfestival.org/

 Spend Memorial Day Weekend in the heart of Boerne enjoying fine art, Texas wine, live music, and Hill Country charm.  Saturday brings the full festival experience to Main Plaza. Browse artist booths, meet Texas wineries, enjoy curated food vendors, live music, and student art showcases throughout the day. 

https://www.hccarts.org/art-waddle-hill-country-art-and-wine-festival

Bastrop Pride Festival exists to celebrate all that makes us unique and all that brings us together. This year’s Street Faire will be happening in downtown Bastrop on Friday, June 5th, from 5pm-10pm. 

https://bastroppride.org/

 Round Rock Summer Arts Fest is hosted by City of Round Rock Arts and Culture and is a showcase for a large variety of fine art, fine crafts, and other exhibitors and provides patrons with the opportunity to meet and talk with the artists who create the work. It also includes artist demos and interactive arts experiences for all ages!  

https://www.roundrocktexas.gov/city-departments/arts-and-culture/events/round-rock-summer-arts-fest/

The Pecan Street Festival is a free two-day arts festival that takes place in the Hill Country Galleria in Bee Caves. It’s held twice a year in May and September. This juried festival attracts hundreds of local and national artisans offering original handcrafted creations in a variety of mediums.

https://pecanstreetfestival.org/

 Round Rock Arts Fest (formerly called Chalk Walk) is one of Round Rock area’s largest and most prestigious free festival. Round Rock Arts Fest features hundreds of artists, vendors, sponsors, local and regional musicians, theatrical performances plus a variety of foods and drinks.  The Round Rock Arts Fest will be held at Centennial Plaza in Downtown Round Rock 

 The Hogeye Festival is a large, free annual street fair event in downtown Elgin, Texas, that celebrates all things swine and the city's famous Elgin Sausage, and all things swine. This 39th annual three-day festival runs from October 22 to October 24, 2026, culminating on Saturday with live music, a barbecue cook-off, arts and crafts, and a car show. 

https://elgintexas.gov/191/Hogeye-Festival

The Austin Celtic Festival is a premier celebration of Celtic culture, music, and arts, held annually in Austin, Texas. This vibrant festival brings together top-tier performers, musicians, dancers, and artists from around the world

to showcase the rich traditions of Ireland, Scotland, Wales, and other Celtic nations.

https://www.austincelticfestival.com/

The Mosswood Renaissance Faire returns to Ani’s Day & Night for a weekend of medieval revelry. Featuring two stages of music, including headliners Blaggards, and an artisan market. Family and pet friendly, with free entry for children 12 and under. Costumes encouraged. Bring a non-perishable food donation to the local pantry for a $5 admission discount. 

https://www.facebook.com/p/Mosswood-Renaissance-Faire-61579609259731/

 The  45th Annual Georgetown Christmas Stroll has become one of Central Texas' most cherished holiday traditions. Enjoy the Christmas Parade, Santa's Village, holiday concerts, family activities, festive food and drinks, charming downtown storefronts, and over 200 artisan and boutique vendors. 

https://dgagtx.org/Christmas-Stroll-Guests