Illustration of a crowd in scarves watching a tall lit Christmas tree in a snowy town square (Bastrop's Annual Tree Lighting)

Bastrop's Annual Tree Lighting

Families gather to celebrate the start of the holiday season with music, festive treats, and caroling performances by Bastrop Independent School District children's choirs. The excitement builds as Santa arrives riding atop a Bastrop fire truck to delight children and officially light the Christmas tree.

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Plan Your Visit

Website / Tickets

discoverbastroptx.org

When

Tickets

Free.

Hours

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Food & Drink

Treats are available at the event.

Going?

Location

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Fisherman's Park · 1200 Willow Street, Bastrop, TX 78602 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

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Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and community-minded

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Bring the family for the children’s choir performances, treats, Santa’s visit and the tree lighting.
  • Arrive in time to enjoy the music and carols before Santa arrives and the tree is lit.
  • The event is free, so no ticket purchase is needed for admission.
  • Consider continuing the evening with the Bastrop River of Lights, which is described as a separate nearby holiday attraction.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Free entry.
  • Santa arrives on a Bastrop fire truck for the tree lighting.

Links & Contact

Website / Tickets

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this event suitable for families?

Yes. Friends and families are invited to enjoy the celebration, and children’s choirs perform Christmas carols.

What happens during the tree-lighting celebration?

The program includes music, treats, carols by Bastrop Independent School District children’s choirs, Santa’s arrival on a Bastrop fire truck and the lighting of the Christmas tree.

Will Santa be there?

Yes. Santa makes a special visit, arriving on a Bastrop fire truck before the tree is lit.

Is there food or drink?

Treats are mentioned as part of the celebration.

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