Schedule

49th Annual  ·  September 26, 2026  ·  Bertram, Texas

The 2026 Schedule
is Coming Together

We’re locking in the details for a full day of fun in downtown Bertram. Here’s what’s confirmed so far — check back regularly as we announce more performers, activities, and event times.

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Friday, September 25 — Arrive Early
5:00 – 8:00 pm
Vendor Check-In & Setup Confirmed
W Vaughan Street (between Bertram Police Dept. & Fire Dept.)
Vendor Info
5:30 – 7:30 pm
3.3 Mile Run — Packet Pickup & Registration Confirmed
Bertram Volunteer Fire Department, 163 W Vaughan  ·  $5 late fee
Flyer coming soon Register Online
Saturday, September 26 — Festival Day
5:30 – 7:30 am
Vendor Setup Confirmed
W Vaughan Street
Vendor Info
7:00 – 8:00 am · Race starts 8:00 am
3.3 Mile Run for Your Oats Confirmed
Festival Stage, Vaughan & Grange Streets  ·  $10 day-of registration  ·  Awards ~9:30 am
Flyer coming soon Register Online
8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Festival Vendors & Sponsors Open Confirmed
Downtown Bertram — Gabriel & Grange Streets between HWY 29 & South St
Become a Vendor
Lineup 8:00 – 9:00 am · Parade 10:30 am
Grande Parade Confirmed
Vaughan St, Panther Park → East St  ·  All entries in line by 9:30 am
Flyer coming soon Parade Entry
Walk-up 9:30 am · Parade 10:00 am
Pet Parade Confirmed
Johnnie Mae Wheeler Park  ·  No pre-registration — just show up!  ·  Winners 10:15 am
Flyer coming soon
Drop-off 9:30 – 11:30 am · Results ~2:00 pm
Oatmeal Bake-Off Confirmed
Bertram Volunteer Fire Dept., 163 W Vaughan  ·  Just bring your dish & sign in on-site  ·  No late entries
Flyer coming soon
Walk-up 11:30 am · Games 12:00 – 2:00 pm
Wacky Games Confirmed
East Vaughan St  ·  Free to enter  ·  All ages welcome
Flyer coming soon
Walk-up 11:30 am · Starts 12:00 pm
Washer Tournament Confirmed
SE Corner Behind City Hall  ·  Walk-up registration 30 min before start
Flyer coming soon
12:00 – 4:00 pm
Kids Zone Confirmed
Johnnie Mae Wheeler Park  ·  Free admission  ·  All ages
Display 12:00 – 4:00 pm
Car Show Confirmed
W Vaughan St, Between Grange & Lampasas  ·  Free “Meet” style — no registration to display  ·  Parade entry separate
Flyer coming soon
12:00 – 4:00 pm
Live Art & Raffle Confirmed
Vaughan St, across from Wheeler Park  ·  Artist and raffle details coming soon
12:00 – 5:00 pm
Afternoon Live Music Lineup Coming Soon
Festival Stage  ·  Bring your chairs!
7:00 – 10:00 pm
Evening Street Dance Confirmed
Festival Stage, downtown Bertram  ·  Featuring Ben Watson
Activity Flyers & Details

All Flyers in One Place

Flyers are added here as each activity committee finalizes their details. Check back — this section fills up as September approaches. Each flyer links to additional information and any registration needed.

🏃 3.3 Mile Run

Race details & online registration

Coming soon

🎺 Grande Parade

Entry info & deadline

Coming soon

🐾 Pet Parade

Walk-up day-of — no pre-registration

Coming soon

🏆 Oatmeal Bake-Off

Categories & entry details

Coming soon

🤣 Wacky Games

Games lineup & details

Coming soon

🎯 Washer Tournament

Rules & bracket info

Coming soon

🚗 Car Show

Free Meet style display details

Coming soon

🎓 Youth Volunteers

Scholarship program & hours log

Hours Log PDF Volunteer Info
Evening Street Dance

End the Night Dancing

Grab your boots — the street dance runs 7:00 to 10:00 pm on Vaughan Street under the Texas stars.

Opening Act — To Be Announced

Opening Performance

A great local act to warm up the crowd. Announcement coming soon!

Confirmed Headliner

Ben Watson

Raw, authentic South Texas country to close out the night.

All Day

There’s Something for Everyone

From morning races to the evening street dance, the full day is packed. Visit the Activities page for descriptions of each event.

🎺

Grande Parade

Floats, horses, and community spirit down Vaughan Street. One of the Hill Country’s most beloved parade traditions.

🏆

Oatmeal Bake-Off

Enter your best oatmeal creation. Drop off in the morning, winners announced in the afternoon.

🤣

Wacky Games

Free, silly, and very Texas. All ages welcome — join in or cheer from the sidelines.

🛍️

100+ Vendors

Artisans, Texas wineries, food trucks, and small businesses fill downtown Bertram all day long.

Planning Your Visit?

The festival is free to attend — just show up in downtown Bertram. If you’re coming from out of town, Highland Lakes of Burnet County is the best resource for lodging and area attractions. Learn more about Bertram, Texas at the city’s website.

Mark Your Calendar

September 26, 2026 — downtown Bertram, Texas. Free admission, all ages, all day. Sign up to be notified when the full schedule drops.

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