From open mic nights and family pool parties to theater shows, free health screenings and more, Bastrop offers a wide range of community events this August for all ages and interests.

“Peter and The Starcatcher”

Directed by Jacob Layton, the Bastrop Opera House will bring the story of Peter Pan to life.
  • Aug. 1-10, Fridays and Saturdays, 7:30 p.m.; Sundays, 2:30 p.m.
  • $25 (admission)
  • Bastrop Opera House, 711 Spring St., Bastrop
  • www.bastropoperahouse.org
Art After Dark

The Lost Pines Art Center will host a reception featuring new exhibits, art talks and a silent auction.Blake’s Music Open Mic Night

Local performers will take the stage to play music across a variety of genres, with complimentary snacks and drinks at the community event. In-store discounts will be available throughout August, leading up to the shop’s one-year anniversary at its new location on Aug. 28. The shop relocated from downtown Bastrop.
  • Aug. 6, 6 p.m. (sign-up), 7 p.m. (event)
  • Free (admission)
  • Blake’s Music Shop, 93 TX-Loop 150, Bastrop
  • www.blakesmusicshop.com
Bastrop County Health Fair


A variety of Bastrop health experts will converge at the Bastrop County Convention Center to offer workshops and health screenings to the public. Themes throughout the day will include healthy living, healthcare, exercise, nutrition, life-saving techniques and more.Last Splash

The family-friendly back-to-school bash will offer a pool party featuring a drone show, music, dive-in movie, rock climbing and more.7th Annual Abbey Lights Up COTA Gala

The Abigail E. Keller Foundation will host a fundraising soiree to continue supporting children with medical conditions and their families. Attendees can enjoy food and drinks while participating in live and silent auctions—in addition to live music and guest speakers.
  • Aug. 16, 5-10 p.m.
  • $325 (admission)
  • Circuit of the Americas, 9201 Circuit of the Americas Blvd., Del Valle
  • www.aekellerfoundation.org
Main Street Market

Benefiting the First Baptist Church of Bastrop food pantry, the indoor shopping event will feature vendors selling clothing, jewelry, home decor, food, candles and more.
  • Aug. 23, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Aug. 24, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
  • Free (admission, children ages 12 and younger), $5 (admission with non-perishable food donation), $6 (admission)
  • Bastrop Convention and Exhibit Center, 1408 Chestnut St., Bastrop
  • www.texasmarketguide.com
Kitchen Battle Tournament


Hosted by nonprofit Austin Deaf Pickleball, the inclusive indoor event features fixed and mixed doubles matches, highlighting deaf culture as part of Deaf Awareness Month.Pantera: “The Heaviest Tour of the Summer”

Originally formed in 1981, the heavy metal band is on tour with opening acts including Swedish melodic metal band Amon Amarth.
  • Sept. 2, 5 p.m. (doors), 6 p.m. (event)
  • $30 and up (admission)
  • Germania Insurance Amphitheater, Circuit of the Americas, 9201 Circuit of the Americas Blvd., Del Valle
  • www.germaniaamp.com