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.

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.

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CTHJA Summer Circuit Championship
CTHJA Summer Circuit Championship
Aug 8 – Aug 11 all-day
The Central Texas Hunter Jumper Association is dedicated to providing an optimal show circuit for the greater Austin and surrounding areas. The CTHJA Summer Circuit is a three-show series. This laid back event would be[...]
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Movie in the Park 8:30 pm
Movie in the Park
Aug 9 @ 8:30 pm – 10:30 pm
Scheduled movie: “How to Train Your Dragon” — Free and family friendly; bring chairs, blankets, snacks and enjoy! Will begin at Dusk or by 8:30 pm.
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The Real Texas Gun Show
The Real Texas Gun Show
Aug 10 – Aug 11 all-day
The Real Texas Gun Show is proud to be a place where small mom and pop vendors share the floor with large dealers that buy, sell, and trade firearms at our shows. Our Vendors are[...]
Taylor Second Saturday 10:00 am
Taylor Second Saturday
Aug 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[...]
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TexMex Fest 3:00 pm
TexMex Fest
Aug 17 @ 3:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Showtimes 3:00 P.M. to 11:00 P.M. Ticket Outlets: Taylor Press (512) 352-8535 La Familia Enterprises (254) 773-1775 Greater Taylor Chamber of Commerce (512) 352-6364 For more information, call La Familia Enterprises (254) 773-1775 The Williamson[...]
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Dogz Rule! Flyball
Dogz Rule! Flyball
Aug 24 – Aug 25 all-day
Flyball is a dog sport where teams of four dogs race against each other over a line of hurdles to a springloaded box, “catch” a tennis ball from the box and then race back to[...]
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Central Texas Dressage Society Mini Show VII
Central Texas Dressage Society Mini Show VII
Aug 30 – Aug 31 all-day
Central Texas Dressage Society is a non-profit to promote and educate people about the equine sport of Dressage. Central Texas Dressage Society will be holding a mini(schooling) show for our member to practice and gain[...]
Couples’ Night Sip & Spin 6:30 pm
Couples’ Night Sip & Spin
Aug 30 @ 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Sip and Spin Couples Date Night Let’s get muddy! It’s Couples Date Night at Art Off Center for a Friday night of pottery making and socializing with friends. Get a group together or make it[...]
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