Pride celebrations and car shows: 10 Bastrop area June events


Bastrop and surrounding area community members can look forward to a variety of events in June with holiday celebrations, car shows and more.

This list is not comprehensive. Event details are subject to change.

County Pride Festival

With over 40 vendors, a contortionist, a magician, drag story hour, live music and more, individuals can celebrate Pride Month at this all-day event. From 10 a.m.-2 p.m., all featured vendors and activities are family-friendly. The event will be restricted to ages 21 and older after 5 p.m.

  • June 7, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. (all ages), 5-11 p.m. (ages 21 and older)
  • Free
  • Bastrop Convention & Exhibit Center, 1408 Chestnut St., Bastrop
  • www.bastroppride.org/events

80s Prom Ladies Night Out

Women can spend a night getting to know fellow community members with dancing, music, entertainment, photo opportunities and a silent auction. Proceeds from the event will go toward the Smithville Education Foundation and We Support SISD.

Sister Act

The feel-good musical comedy based on the 1992 film will tell the story of disco diva Deloris Van Cartier after she witnesses a murder and is put in protective custody in a convent. Van Cartier uses her disco moves and singing talent to inspire the choir and learns the power of her newly found sisterhood.

Jr. Firefighter Rodeo

The annual fundraiser will support the Heart of the Pines Fire Department with themed activities, bounce houses, fire truck tours, firefighter meet-and-greets, and food. Raffle prizes include Visa gift cards, a Blackstone griddle, a two-night hotel stay and more.

  • June 14, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
  • Free (admission), $5 (one raffle ticket), $20 (6 raffle tickets)
  • 109 Green Acres Loop, Bastrop
  • Facebook: Jr. Firefighter Rodeo
The Jr. Firefighter Rodeo will support the Heart of the Pines Fire Department and feature bounce houses, meet and greets and more. (Courtesy Heart of the Pines Fire Department)
Benefiting the Heart of the Pines Fire Department, the event by the Jr. Firefighter Rodeo will feature bounce houses, meet-and-greets and more. (Courtesy Heart of the Pines Fire Department)

Unsung Heroes Award Ceremony

The Bastrop County African American Cultural Center & Freedom Colonies Museum will host the event to honor individuals who have been overlooked in the historical record.

The Bastrop County African American Cultural Center & Freedom Colonies Museum will recognize 12 Bastrop residents who have dedicated their lives to the community and the preservation of African American history and culture. (Courtesy Bastrop County African American Cultural Center & Freedom Colonies Museum)
The Bastrop County African American Cultural Center & Freedom Colonies Museum will recognize 12 Bastrop residents who have dedicated their lives to the community and the preservation of Black history and culture. (Courtesy Bastrop County African American Cultural Center & Freedom Colonies Museum)

Movie Mondays

Adults and children alike can enjoy a screening of a movie about a robot who washes ashore an isolated island where she must learn how to cope with living in the wild. Participants can bring their own blankets. Water and snacks will be provided.

16th annual Car and Motorcycle Show

Blue Flame Cruisers will host the annual event featuring cars, trucks, bikes, food and merchandise. Awards will be presented to the top 30 participants, best car, best truck, best motorcycle, best of show and more.

Blue Flame Cruisers will host their 16th annual car and truck show with cars, trucks, bikes and more. (Courtesy Blue Flame Cruisers)
Blue Flame Cruisers will host its 16th annual car and truck show with vehicles of all kinds. (Courtesy Blue Flame Cruisers)

Juneteenth Celebration

Community members can watch a parade, attend a festival and participate in a dance to celebrate the historical day. The event day will feature live music, food, games and vendors.

  • June 21, 10 a.m. (parade), 11 a.m. (festival), 7 p.m. (street dance)
  • Free
  • Main Street and Fisherman’s Park, 1200 Willow St., Bastrop
  • www.bastropjuneteenth.com

Trey Mack and Dave Jay

As seen on Amazon Prime and Comedy Central, Trey Mack will perform a comedy set featuring relatable observations and musical anecdotes. Austin-based comedian Dave Jay will open the comedy set with jokes relating to fatherhood, marriage, growing up poor in rural New England and race from the perspective of a half-Pakistani, half-Puerto Rican man.

Bastrop’s annual Big Bang Celebration

Community members can celebrate Independence Day with the Bastrop Pet and Pal Parade, where all kinds of pets can strut down the heart of the city in patriotic attire and be considered for awards. To end the day, individuals can set up at the park to watch a fireworks display and enjoy music, bounce houses, sprinklers and more.


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