2025 Oatmeal Festival – September 27, Bertram, TX
Experience parades, quirky contests, live music, and family fun in the heart of the Texas Hill Country!
Festival Activities
The Oatmeal Festival is packed with fun for all ages! Enjoy the lively Grand Parade and the always adorable Pet Parade, test your speed in the 3.3 Mile Run for Your Oats, and show off your skills in the Washer Tournament. Families will love the Kids’ Play Zone, while foodies can compete in or sample treats from the Oatmeal Bake-Off. With live music playing all day, there’s never a dull moment at this one-of-a-kind celebration of community and creativity.
Vendors
The Oatmeal Festival features a variety of local vendors offering everything from handmade crafts and unique gifts to delicious food and refreshing drinks. Whether you’re shopping, snacking, or just browsing, there’s something for everyone to enjoy while supporting small businesses and local talent.
Street Dance
Get ready to kick up your boots at the Oatmeal Festival Street Dance! Held in downtown Bertram, this free, family-friendly event features live country music, dancing under the stars, and a great time for all ages. It’s the perfect way to celebrate Texas-style with friends, family, and festival-goers.
Join the Fun – Volunteer at the 2025 Oatmeal Festival!
Thank you for supporting the 2025 Oatmeal Festival! We welcome youth volunteers who want to earn hours toward their scholarship application in their Senior Year, as well as adults who want to be part of making this community celebration a success. Sign up for multiple time slots to help out and be part of the excitement!
Youth Volunteers: Please download the Youth Volunteer Hours Log Sheet and have each committee member sign off at the end of your shift.
Why We Love the Oatmeal Festival
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The Oatmeal Festival is more than just a quirky tradition—it’s a celebration of small-town spirit, where neighbors become family and memories are made year after year.”
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The Oatmeal Festival has brought our community together through fun, tradition, and small-town pride. It’s a day we all look forward to—a true celebration of what makes Bertram special.”
Thank You to Our 2025 Oatmeal Festival Sponsors!
Main Sponsors
Stage Sponsors
Premium Sponsors
Title Sponsors
Washer Tournament
Kids Zone
Hack Robotics Academy
Atmos Energy
Travel Mart
Bake-Off
Run for Your Oats
Better Now Physical Therapy
BBQ Lunch
Jr & Vicki Baladez
Burkett Construction
L&S Wagyu Angus
Bullock, Bennett & Associates
Flores Septic
Friends of the Festival
Festival News & Updates
Catch the latest stories, highlights, and behind-the-scenes oats
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🏃♀️ Lace Up for the 2025 “Run for Your Oats” Fun Run at the Oatmeal Festival! 🎉
🥣🏃♂️ Ready, Set… OATS! 🏃♀️🥳 The countdown is on! 📅 Lace up for the 48th Annual “Run for Your Oats” Fun Run — 3.3 miles of pure small-town Texas fun at the Oatmeal Festival in Bertram, TX! 🎉 ✅ Chip-timed race ✅ FREE t-shirt for early birds ✅ Medals for top finishers ✅ A full…
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🎶 Fire Up the Streets: FREE Street Dance at the 2025 Oatmeal Festival – Saturday, Sept. 27! 🎉
🎶 Get ready to fire up the streets! Join us for a FREE, family-friendly Street Dance on Saturday, Sept. 27 in downtown Bertram as we close out the 48th Annual Oatmeal Festival in true Texas style! 💃🕺 Bring your lawn chairs, your crew, and your best dance moves! #OatmealFestival #StreetDance #BertramTX #FireUpTheStreets #FreeEvent
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Oatmeal Festival Washer Tournament: Get Ready to Toss!
Join the Oatmeal Festival Washer Tournament on September 27, 2025, behind City Hall. Registration opens at 10:30 AM and games start at noon. Entry fees are $20 per person or $40 per team. Teams compete for medals and cash prizes in a double elimination format. Enjoy this community tradition and friendly competition!
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🎓 Volunteer Today, Earn Tomorrow: Youth Volunteers & Scholarships at the 2025 Oatmeal Festival
Sign up to volunteer at the 2025 Oatmeal Festival in Bertram, TX! High school students can earn hours toward a scholarship for college or trade school.
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🎉 Support the Legacy: Become a 2025 Oatmeal Festival Sponsor!
The Oatmeal Festival, uniting Oatmeal and Bertram, Texas, since 1975, is seeking sponsors for its 48th Annual celebration on September 27, 2025. Sponsorships support scholarships and community programs, aiming to raise $25,000 in 2025. Various sponsorship opportunities are available, with a deadline of July 30, 2025, to contribute.
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Be Part of Texas Tradition: Enter the 2025 Oatmeal Festival Grande Parade!
Bertram, TX – September 27, 2025 – Parade starts at 10:30 AM For nearly five decades, the Oatmeal Festival has been a charming symbol of small-town Texas pride, quirky fun, and neighborly celebration. This beloved event brings the communities of Oatmeal and Bertram together for a weekend full of laughter, local flavor, and unforgettable memories.…
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Oatmeal Festival 2025: A Quirky Texas Tradition You Can’t Miss!
Celebrate community, fun, and flavor at the 2025 Oatmeal Festival in Bertram, TX—parades, food, live music & quirky contests for the whole family!
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Experience the Thrill of the Oatmeal Festival Cornhole Tournament
We’re excited to announce We’re hosting a “Bring Your Own Partner” Cornhole Tournament that guarantees an unforgettable experience for players of all levels. So if you are looking for a fun-filled event where you can showcase your cornhole skills? Look no further and gather your partner and get ready for some friendly competition! The Oatmeal…
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Unlock Your Potential: Earn Scholarships through Volunteering at the Oatmeal Festival!
With our “Volunteer for Scholarships” program, we believe that youth community engagement should be rewarded. By dedicating your valuable time and skills to various volunteer positions, you’ll not only gain valuable experience but also accumulate volunteer hours that directly contribute to your scholarship eligibility. Imagine the sense of pride and fulfillment in knowing that your…
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Showcase Your Baking Skills, Enter the Oatmeal Festival Bake Off
Are you a baking enthusiast looking for a chance to showcase your skills and win some amazing recognition? Look no further! We’re thrilled to invite you to participate in the highly anticipated Oatmeal Festival Bake Off, happening on Saturday, September 30, 2023. Here are the Oatmeal Festival Bake Off details you need to know: –…
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Oatmeal Festival Washer Tournament – Be part of the festivities!
We’re excited to announce the highly anticipated Oatmeal Festival Washer Tournament happening on September 30, 2023! This is an activity you won’t want to miss if you’re a fan of some friendly competition and great prizes. Here are the key details: – Date: Saturday, September 30, 2023 – Signup: Starts at 10:30am (On Site) and…
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Join the Excitement: 1st Annual Oatmeal Festival Youth Softball Tourney!
Are you ready for some thrilling softball action? We are thrilled to announce the 1st Annual Oatmeal Festival Youth Softball Tournament, taking place from September 1st to September 3rd, 2023 at the JO Wilson Sports Complex in Bertram, TX. This tournament promises to be an unforgettable experience for all participants. With a game format of…
