FEATURED EVENTS

Historically, Earth Day ATX has been the largest sustainability event in Central Texas. On April 20th, 2024, thousands of people from the Austin Area and beyond will come to the Huston-Tillotson University campus to learn about conservation and sustainable solutions, celebrate our love for the environment, and get connected to the best and most innovative green businesses and organizations. With family and friends, festival attendees explore rich, in-depth programming, exciting new activities, and engaging exhibitions that allow them to discover new connections to the environment and environmental issues. Inspired by their experiences and interactions, participants are empowered to make new sustainable choices that enhance their lives while helping the entire planet.

Join us for the 35th Annual Burton Cotton Gin Festival on Saturday, April 20, 2024 from 10am to 6pm. Come out to Burton, home of the 1914 Burton Farmers Gin, and celebrate the 35th Annual Burton Cotton Gin Festival! This is a FREE, family friendly event featuring a day full of fun and history! The day begins with a parade through Burton, and continues at the grounds of the Texas Cotton Gin Museum. Shop and eat in our Arts & Crafts Vendor Area, and Food Court. Watch Folklife skills demonstrations like Blacksmithing and butter churning, and spoon carving. Enjoy our Tractor, Engine, and Classic Cars on Display, and take part in fun Contests, and Games. Live Music begins at 11am. AND new this year, we will have two step dance classes 12:30-1:30 with Hill Country Two Step! Tours of the Burton Farmers Gin from 11am to 2pm. At 3 PM the Oldest Operating Cotton Gin in America will come to life, and a bale of cotton will be ginned.

Take a step back in time at Leander's Mason Homestead! Enjoy food and fun while learning about the fascinating history of the region. This year's event partners with the Leander Historical Preservation Commission as well as the Williamson Museum to bring history to life. Many booths will have take-home activities or hands-on experiences for participants of all ages! Bring the whole family for pioneer demonstrations of roping, branding, candle making, planting, and more!

The ultimate live music, art, and food festival right on the shore of Lake Travis. Come by land or sea (lake). Spend a day on the water watching live bands, shopping great art, noshing on a wide variety of tasty treats from Austin-area food trucks, and chill out with some adult beverages. Activities for the kids. Take a helicopter ride over Lake Travis. Bring your swimsuit. Festival entrance is free!