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.

Blackland Prairie Days

First weekend in May

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 a kids fest, arts & crafts, food, entertainment and more.

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

Third Thursday Shopping

Third Thursday of the month

Specials in select stores and businesses are open for extended hours in the evening on the third Thursday of every month in order to showcase the unique businesses in downtown Taylor. Door prizes, music and food make this exciting event something to look forward to every month!

Second Saturday Shopping

Second Saturday of the month

The excitement of Third Thursday is coming to Saturdays in Taylor! Specials at many downtown shops are open late on the second Saturday of every month. Door prizes, music and food make this exciting event something to look forward to every month!

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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Comedy Thursdays 7:00 pm
Comedy Thursdays
Mar 3 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Live Comedy every Thursday 7 PM-9:30 PM. No cover.
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Jake Waylon Band with Mary-Charlotte Young 8:00 pm
Jake Waylon Band with Mary-Charlotte Young
Mar 4 @ 8:00 pm
Aka Waylon with a full band for the first time live in Taylor with special guest Mary-Charlotte Young!
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SUIT 8:00 pm
SUIT
Mar 5 @ 8:00 pm
Suit, a three-piece blues band live at Black Sparrow Music Parlor.
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Jason L Clark (Jay Satellite) Acoustic Brunch 12:00 pm
Jason L Clark (Jay Satellite) Acoustic Brunch
Mar 6 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Jay performs solo acoustic at Greenhouse Craft Food in the back of Black Sparrow Music Parlor in Taylor, TX.
Monthly Pinball Tournament 2:15 pm
Monthly Pinball Tournament
Mar 6 @ 2:15 pm – 7:00 pm
Join Hangout Pinball Lounge on the 1st Sunday of every month for their monthly pinball tournament! There’s a $10 tournament entry fee and the top 4 winners win cash prizes (tournament entry collection). The qualifying[...]
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Comedy Thursdays 7:00 pm
Comedy Thursdays
Mar 10 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Live Comedy every Thursday 7 PM-9:30 PM. No cover.
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Gabor Nichoson Band & Thrown-Out Bones 8:00 pm
Gabor Nichoson Band & Thrown-Out Bones
Mar 11 @ 8:00 pm
A Night of Joy for the Ears and Eyes !!!!! Singer/Songwriter Gabor Nicholson has been immersed in the central Texas music world since childhood. At a young age, Gabor began training as a classical vocalist[...]
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Taylor Second Saturday 10:00 am
Taylor Second Saturday
Mar 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[...]
Ego Deaf 8:00 pm
Ego Deaf
Mar 12 @ 8:00 pm
Ego Deaf is the highly anticipated music project from long-time friends Josh Comeaux, Justin Babineaux, Dan Krause, and Kasey Rebello. After multiple years and various musical entities, the sounds of Ego Deaf have become a[...]
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Taylor Third Thursday
Taylor Third Thursday
Mar 17 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[...]
Comedy Thursdays 7:00 pm
Comedy Thursdays
Mar 17 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Live Comedy every Thursday 7 PM-9:30 PM. No cover.
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EXNE Music Showcase 6:00 pm
EXNE Music Showcase
Mar 18 @ 6:00 pm – Mar 19 @ 12:00 am
5th Annual EXNE Music Festival Music- First SXSW Alternative dedicated to offering musicians a place to play during SXSW. Schedule Coming soon.
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Comedy Thursdays 7:00 pm
Comedy Thursdays
Mar 24 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Live Comedy every Thursday 7 PM-9:30 PM. No cover.
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Toon Squad Presents Hip Hop Night 8:00 pm
Toon Squad Presents Hip Hop Night
Mar 26 @ 8:00 pm
Toons Squad presents Hip Hop Night at the Sparrow Local and Texas Hip Hop Performers on stage live. Dat boy JP Yung Jace Fat Solo Casino Educated Minds E Son G. Galindo Toon Squad
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G21 Car Show 9:00 am
G21 Car Show
Mar 27 @ 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[...]
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Comedy Thursdays 7:00 pm
Comedy Thursdays
Mar 31 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Live Comedy every Thursday 7 PM-9:30 PM. No cover.