Taylor Made Texas.
Taylor is the quintessential small Texas town. We’ve got stunning sunsets, fields of cotton, the best barbecue in the world and plenty of horseback-riding cowboys—but we’re also so much more than that. Since 2009, more than 20 companies have expanded or relocated to Taylor because of our small-business-friendly attitude.
Taylor is at the start of something big—which shouldn’t come as a surprise, right?
That’s just how we operate here in Texas. We have the diverse culture, the natural beauty and the opportunity every city seeks. When you visit us, you’re not just visiting another small Texas town—you’re visiting a city that is something truly special. You’re visiting Taylor Made Texas.
Top 10 Things to Do
Shopping in Historic Downtown
Peruse our historic 9-block downtown district where locally owned antique shops, artisan boutiques, and restaurants line the streets.
Barbeque
Stop by one or all of our world-famous BBQ restaurants for a real taste of Texas BBQ!
Parks System
Taylor boasts an impressive parks system with world-class amenities. Stroll through any one of our 5 parks with or enjoy our interconnected hike and bike trails.
Quick Facts
By 1878 the town had 1,000 residents and thirty-two businesses, twenty-nine of which were destroyed by fire in 1879. Recovery was rapid, however, and more substantial buildings were constructed. In 1882 the Taylor, Bastrop and Houston Railway reached the community, and machine shops and a roundhouse serviced both rail lines. In 1882 the town was incorporated with a mayor-council form of city government, and in 1883 a public school system replaced a number of private schools.
By 1890 Taylor had two banks and the first savings and loan institution in Texas. An electric company, a cotton compress, and several newspapers were among the new enterprises. A water line from the San Gabriel River; a 100-man volunteer fire department; imported and local entertainment; and an annual fair; made noteworthy news items by 1900.
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| Create Your Own Succulent Wine Bottle Event 2:00 pm Create Your Own Succulent Wine Bottle Event @ Pilot Knob Vineyard - Taylor Oct 7 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm The latest social gathering event featuring plants, terrarium, and wine. Join Pilot Knob Vineyard – Taylor for a fun evening of building your own Terrarium while you relax with a glass of wine. They will[...] | Taylor Second Saturday 10:00 am Taylor Second Saturday Oct 13 @ 10:00 am – 9:00 pm In order to showcase the unique businesses in downtown Taylor, shops are open late (until 9 p.m.) on the second Saturday of every month! Door prizes, music and food make this exciting event something to[...] Live Storytelling Event: Deep in the Heart of Taylor 6:00 pm Live Storytelling Event: Deep in the Heart of Taylor @ Moody Museum Oct 13 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm The wheels are in motion to bring backyard storytelling to Taylor on October 13th courtesy of Friends of the Moody Museum. Our inaugural event, Deep in the Heart of Taylor, seeks to capture the town’s[...] | |||||
| Taylor Third Thursday Taylor Third Thursday Oct 18 all-day In order to showcase the unique businesses in downtown Taylor, shops are open late (until 9 p.m.) on the third Thursday of every month! Door prizes, music and food make this exciting event something to[...] Art Night 6:30 pm | Oktaylorfest at Texas Beer Company 11:00 am Oktaylorfest at Texas Beer Company @ Texas Beer Company Oct 20 @ 11:00 am – 11:00 pm We’re celebrating Taylor’s proud German and Czech heritage with our 3rd Annual Oktaylorfest party! We’ll have German and Czech food, live music and a wide variety of Oktoberfest beers from local craft breweries across Texas.[...] Bean to Bar Chocolate Making Workshop 3:00 pm Haunted Taylor Ghost Tour 7:30 pm Haunted Taylor Ghost Tour Oct 20 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm Take a guided tour through Taylor’s historic downtown! Enjoy the architecture and history of “Old Taylor” during this moonlit stroll. Learn local history and lore from the darker side of Taylor’s past. Sponsored by the[...] | |||||
| Family Night – Crafts 6:30 pm Family Night – Crafts @ Taylor Public Library Oct 25 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm Taylor Public Library welcomes you to Family Night for activities, games, and more the fourth Thursday of each month 6:30 – 7:30 PM. For information please call the library at 512-352-3434. | City-Wide Garage Sale 9:00 am City-Wide Garage Sale @ Williamson County Expo Center Oct 27 @ 9:00 am – Oct 28 @ 4:00 pm Come one, come all. Let’s shop vintage, y’all! The City-Wide Garage Sale® is coming to Taylor! Williamson County Expo Center 5350 Bill Pickett Trail Taylor TX 76574 Austin’s Famous Vintage Market Since 1977™ A secret[...] 6th Annual Main Street Car Show 10:00 am Haunted Station Halloween Party 7:00 pm Haunted Station Halloween Party @ Taylor Station Bar Oct 27 @ 7:00 pm – 11:59 pm Join us for a HAUNTED Station celebration October 27th at Taylor Station Bar! Have a SPOOKTACULAR time with a costume contest, drink specials and more! Haunted Taylor Ghost Tour 7:30 pm Haunted Taylor Ghost Tour Oct 27 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm Take a guided tour through Taylor’s historic downtown! Enjoy the architecture and history of “Old Taylor” during this moonlit stroll. Learn local history and lore from the darker side of Taylor’s past. Sponsored by the[...] | |||||
| G21 Car Show 9:00 am G21 Car Show @ Bealls Oct 28 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Downtown Taylor is home to a variety of happenings through the month! In addition to 3rd Thursday, 2nd Saturday and numerous festivals, the town also welcomes the G21 Car Show on every 4th Sunday of[...] | Halloween Spooktacular 6:00 pm Halloween Spooktacular Oct 31 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Join us on 3rd between Main and Talbot for Taylor’s annual Spooktacular Halloween event. There will be trick-or-treating, a costume contest at 7 pm on the steps of the City National Bank Building at 3rd[...] |