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.

Oct
31
Wed
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 and Talbot, games, music, and more.

Nov
10
Sat
Taylor Second Saturday
Nov 10 @ 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!

 

Nov
11
Sun
Veterans Day Centennial Remembrance Breakfast
Nov 11 @ 7:00 am – 10:00 am

American Legion Post 39 proudly invites all veterans, their families, and the Taylor Community to join us this Veterans Day in celebration and remembrance of the 100th anniversary of Armistice Day and the end of World War I. This special Veterans Day event is sponsored by Salvation Army Taylor, TX Service Unit.

2018 Once Upon a Wedding Expo and Bridal Show
Nov 11 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Join us for our 6th annual bridal expo and fashion show. We are excited to share that this year’s event will provide indoor and outdoor vendors with a bridal show indoors with a Glam and Go for photo ops outdoors. Brides will get to see what their gowns will look like indoors and outdoors!!! Come to check out the latest in bridal fashions!

Don’t miss this unique bridal event and meet vendors who will make your dreams come true!  We have the perfect vendors!  Door prizes, special deals and more…

What to expect:

  • BRIDAL FASHION SHOW
  • WEDDING TIPS & DEMOS
  • TREASURE HUNT – must visit ALL vendors to qualify for door prizes and be entered in a grand prize drawing.
  • DOOR PRIZES – presented throughout the day
Nov
15
Thu
Art Night
Nov 15 @ 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.

Nov
17
Sat
Sami Show
Nov 17 @ 10:00 am – Nov 18 @ 4:00 pm

A Sami Show has been a Central Texas tradition Since 1975!

Come support many small businesses all under one roof! Shop for unique art, crafts, home decor, original jewelry, yard art, trendy boutique clothing, bath and body, unqiue gifts, gourmet foods and more!

Saturday 10-5 & Sunday 11-4
Adults $5 – kids 12 and under free

Visit www.samishow.com for more info

Nov
22
Thu
Family Night – Crafts
Nov 22 @ 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.

 

Nov
24
Sat
Small Business Saturday
Nov 24 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Hit the shops in Taylor for a holly jolly time shopping small for your holiday gifting needs!

This event is intended to support small businesses and is sponsored by American Express.

Nov
30
Fri
2018 Wine Swirl
Nov 30 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Join us for the holiday Wine Swirl in Downtown Taylor! This is your opportunity to sip, shop, and stroll through downtown Taylor while getting to know your local merchants.

Several wineries from Taylor and the surrounding areas will be on hand to sample their vintages, and participating shops will stay open from 5 to 9 p.m. and offer special discounts, just in time for the holiday season.
Wine Swirl tickets are $40, and can be purchased in advance at City Hall or at Rhinstone Cowgirl (123 W. Fourth Street).

Dec
1
Sat
Mistletoe Market
Dec 1 @ 10:00 am – 7:00 pm

Mistletoe Market will feature handmade goods by local area Texas artists and artisans, including jewelry, ceramics, housewares, botanicals, woodwork, metalwork, fiber work, wearables and more.

There will be holiday refreshments served throughout the event at the adjoining businesses, Curb Side Coffee House and the 2nd St. Farm 2 Market Deli. In addition, we’ll have special holiday events throughout the weekend, to include a Mistletoe Kissing Booth with friendly pups sponsored by Texas Critter Crusaders, a Texas-style nativity scene for photo ops and local carolers!

Mistletoe Market will occur simultaneously during these Taylor weekend events: Taylor Conservation & Heritage Society’s Holiday Homes Tour and the AMA’s Parade of Lights.

Join the joy of the holiday season by coming to City Hall for an arts and crafts extravaganza during A Main Street Christmas in Taylor, Texas. The City’s Main Street Program is hosting this event on the first Saturday in December at City Hall, 400 Porter St., Taylor.