Annual Events

Taylor ISD Theater Performances

Two times a year: Spring & Fall

There are many different theater performances throughout the year at theaters in Taylor. Go to taylorplaymakers.com to see a list of upcoming shows and get your tickets. The Taylor ISD puts on two theater performances per school year– one in the spring and one in the fall.

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Taylor Rodeo

July 19-20

Since 1950, the Taylor Rodeo Association has proudly brought to you the Taylor Annual Rodeo in the hometown of Bill Pickett. The crowds that come to this yearly event have grown because of the enthusiasm and the excitement– but most of all for the entertainment they receive. Over the years the Taylor Annual Rodeo has become the big fish in a small pond. It is one of the biggest and best small-town rodeos anywhere.

Main Street Car Show

October 26th

The Main Street Car Show is an annual event held in late October/early November. This event is sponsored by the City of Taylor and Main Street Taylor, Texas, and in the past has featured art exhibitions, food, music, raffle prizes, and shopping, along with a wide array of impressive cars.

Patriot Day Parade

Held on September 11th each year

The Taylor Fire Department brings the community together every year on September 11th to honor those who lost their lives in the attacks that occurred in 2001. During this event, emergency personnel and vehicles parade through downtown Taylor.

Taylor Fest

First weekend in May

Formerly known as Blackland Prairie Day, this annual festival takes place during the first weekend of May every year. This festival is sponsored by the Main Street Program, a program which focuses on downtown revitalization within the context of historical preservation. The Taylor Main Street Program supports the redevelopment of the downtown area through historical preservation, education, economic development, and heritage tourism. This event includes live music, live multicultural dances, food vendors, and arts and crafts booths.

Fireworks Show

Held on July 4th each year

The annual Taylor fireworks show is held in beautiful Murphy Park each year on July 4th at dusk to celebrate America’s independence.

Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting Ceremony

First Saturday in December

The Taylor Ministerial Alliance hosts a Christmas Parade of Lights followed by the official Christmas Tree lighting ceremony by the City of Taylor every year on the first Saturday in December.

Monthly Events

Second Saturday Shopping

Second Saturday of the month

Every Second Saturday, downtown Taylor businesses join together for a full day of food, beer, music, art, movies and shopping. Take a day trip to Taylor!

Farmers Market on Main

Every Saturday 10am – 2pm

At the Heritage Square Pavilion, we have vendors selling fresh fruits and vegetables, pasture-raised meats, fresh eggs, salsas, pickles and relishes, soaps, handcrafted items, bedding plants and more. Support local!

Numerous BBQ Cook-Offs

Year-round

Taylor hosts numerous BBQ cook-offs throughout the year, including the Taylor International BBQ Cook-Off in August.

May
12
Sat
Taylor Second Saturday
May 12 @ 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 look forward to every month!

 

Wayworn Traveler At Pilot Knob Vineyard
May 12 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Bryan Smith, and Angela Kay
Original Salado musicians.
Sultry, raw, original sounds that are inspired by our Texas roots. You’ll be singing along by the end of each song.

May
15
Tue
Texas Beer Company Tuesday Trivia
May 15 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm

Test your knowledge at Tuesday Trivia with Texas Beer Company!

  • Teams up to 6
  • Prizes each round
  • Grand prize for winning team

Come early for Happy Hour and food specials!

May
17
Thu
Art Night
May 17 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Taylor Public Library welcomes you to Coloring Night the third Thursday of each month 6:30 – 7:30 PM. All ages are welcome for all sorts of coloring. Colors and color pages will be provided, or you may bring your own supplies. For information please call the library at 512-352-3434.

May
22
Tue
Texas Beer Company Tuesday Trivia
May 22 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm

Test your knowledge at Tuesday Trivia with Texas Beer Company!

  • Teams up to 6
  • Prizes each round
  • Grand prize for winning team

Come early for Happy Hour and food specials!

May
24
Thu
Family Night – Crafts
May 24 @ 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.

 

May
25
Fri
Open Mic Night
May 25 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Bring your best talent act to Black Sparrow Music Parlor or simply go enjoy the show. All acts welcome. Sign up begins at 6 PM, show starts at 8 PM.

May
28
Mon
Memorial Day Salute
May 28 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

The City of Taylor each year conducts a one-hour ceremony on Memorial Day to honor our country’s fallen veterans. The program includes reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance, recognition of military veterans and active duty personnel and families, keynote speakers, and singing of the National Anthem and God Bless America. The Taylor Honor Guard conducts the Raising of the Flag, and at the conclusion, there is a Three-Volley Salute by Taylor Police. Light refreshments will be served at the end of the ceremony.

The ceremony is free and open to everyone.

DATE:  Monday, May 28, 2018

TIME:   10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

LOCATION:  Liberty Gardens | Murphy Park, 1600 Veterans Dr., Taylor TX, 76574

WELCOME BY:  Mayor Brandt Rydell and City Manager Isaac Turner

INVOCATION:  Pastor Jim Hejl, Taylor Brethren Church

FEATURED SPEAKERS:

  • Teddy Weeks, 10th District Commander, American Legion
  • Ronald A. Peterson, State Veterans Service Officer, American Legion

SINGERS:  Chorus Austin | Outreach Choir

TAPS PLAYED BY:  Boy Scout Ben Roberts

May
29
Tue
Texas Beer Company Tuesday Trivia
May 29 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm

Test your knowledge at Tuesday Trivia with Texas Beer Company!

  • Teams up to 6
  • Prizes each round
  • Grand prize for winning team

Come early for Happy Hour and food specials!

Jun
2
Sat
Stomp ‘N’ Holler Covert Chevy Show
Jun 2 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Family Feud!!!! Who is going to walk away with this year’s title? Will the Corvettes speed away with it? Or will the Camaros peel out with a win? Maybe the Classics will roll in and show everyone how it’s done. Either way, this is going to be a great show. We will have vendors, BBQ, Texas Beer, Music, several awards and a great band line up and prime parking for those who stay for the after party.( Top 5 Corvettes, Top 5 Camaros, Top 5 Classics, Top 5 trucks, 5 fun awards and 1 best in show. $20 registration for each vehicle. $50 vendor registration.
ALL vehicle registration funds will go to the Taylor Fire Department Honor Guard Training. First responders from all over Texas attend training in Taylor for the Honor Guard. We are trying to help fund this important training as to not raise the cost to attendees.
Chevy vehicles only!!
Vendors contact Tia at 512-352-6364
Vehicles contact Robert at 512-968-4660