Discover the Burnet Bluebonnet Festival – A Spring Tradition in Your Backyard!

By Texas Hill Country | April 9, 2025

 

If you’re from Burnet or the surrounding Hill Country but haven’t experienced the Burnet Bluebonnet Festival, you’re missing out on one of the biggest spring celebrations in Texas! Held April 11-13, 2025, this annual event transforms Burnet into a lively hub of music, food, shopping, and entertainment, drawing 50,000 visitors each year.

More Than Just Bluebonnets
While Burnet is known as the Bluebonnet Capital of Texas, the festival isn’t just about wildflowers—it’s a full weekend of activities designed for families, friends, and anyone looking to enjoy small-town charm with big-time fun.
Festival Highlights You Won’t Want to Miss

🌟 Carnival Rides & Games – The Mighty Thomas Carnival kicks off Thursday night, bringing classic rides and games to town.

🎸 Live Music & Saturday Night Concert – Catch live music throughout the weekend on three stages, including a free Friday night street dance featuring Journey and Van Halen cover bands and a ticketed Saturday night show with country music stars Lonestar.

🚗 Parade & Car Show – The Saturday parade is a local favorite, featuring creative floats, bands, and more. Don’t forget to check out the classic car show while you’re downtown!

🍻 Biergarten & Cocktail Garden – Enjoy the festival’s indoor Biergarten and convenient to-go beer & cocktails locations.

🏁 Demolition Derby – This Saturday night smash-fest at the Burnet County Fairgrounds is one of the festival’s most thrilling events.

🎨 Shopping & Artisans – 300 vendors fill the historic downtown, selling everything from handmade crafts to delicious festival foods.

👟 5K & 10K Fun Run – Start your Saturday morning with a scenic run or walk through Burnet.
🐾 Pet Parade – Bring your four-legged friend for a fun and adorable parade event!

🎯 Domino Tournament & More – Test your skills at the 42 Domino Tournament or check out the Highland Lakes Birding and Wildflower Show.

Saturday Morning Kids’ Activities
🎈 Old-Fashioned Sack Races & Games – Get the kids involved in fun, classic races and friendly competitions.

🚴 Children’s Bicycle Decorating & Parade – Let the little ones decorate their bikes and ride in their very own parade before the big one starts!

Why You Should Finally Check It Out
Whether you come for the live music, great food, cold drinks, kids’ activities, or to cheer on the Demolition Derby, the Bluebonnet Festival offers something for everyone.
Don’t just hear about it—join in the fun! For a full schedule and details, visit bluebonnetfestival.org. See you soon!