Build It, Paint It, Plant It: 3 Weekend Projects to Do with Your Kids This Summer
June 26, 2025 4:19 pmSummer in Bastrop is more than just sunny skies and poolside afternoons—it’s the perfect time to slow down, unplug, and... View Article
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Popcorn & Pillows: How to Host a Backyard Movie Night the Whole Block Will Love
June 19, 2025 2:56 pmThere’s something truly magical about watching a movie under the stars—with the sound of cicadas in the background, kids laughing... View Article
Savor the Flavors of Summer: BBQ Recipes Perfect for The Colony Residents
June 12, 2025 3:17 pmThere’s something special about summer in Bastrop—blue skies, warm evenings, and the smoky aroma of barbecue drifting through the neighborhood.... View Article
Celebrate Bastrop’s Big Bang! Just Minutes from The Colony
June 5, 2025 4:04 pmSummer in Bastrop means sunny days, friendly faces, and events that bring the whole community together—and nothing captures that better... View Article
Step Back in Time at Yesterfest 2025
May 22, 2025 6:17 pmLiving at The Colony in Bastrop means being part of a vibrant community that embraces both the future and the... View Article
Best Burgers in Bastrop
May 22, 2025 2:36 pmMay in Bastrop is a beautiful time of year — the bluebonnets are blooming, the days are getting longer, and... View Article
Sip, Shop, and Stroll Through Spring
May 15, 2025 2:33 pmSpringtime in Bastrop is magical—warm breezes, blooming gardens, and community events that unite neighbors. For residents of The Colony, there’s... View Article
Celebrate Texas History in Style:Texas Ranger Exhibit – Now Open!
May 8, 2025 2:30 pmAt The Colony in Bastrop, TX, we believe life is best when community, culture, and connection come together. Our neighborhood... View Article
Adventure Close to Home – and Beyond!
April 24, 2025 2:20 pmLife at The Colony in Bastrop isn’t just about beautiful homes and peaceful surroundings—it’s about the freedom to explore, play,... View Article
Wine Not? Wednesdays: The Perfect Midweek Escape in Bastrop, TX
April 17, 2025 2:48 pmPicture this: It’s Wednesday evening, the workweek is in full swing, and you’re ready to hit pause for a little... View Article
Discover Life at The Colony in Bastrop, TX
April 10, 2025 2:15 pmIf you’re looking for a well-planned community surrounded by nature, The Colony in Bastrop is worth exploring. This growing neighborhood... View Article
Experience the Smithville Jamboree: A Perfect Weekend Getaway Near The Colony
April 3, 2025 4:22 pmLooking for a fun and vibrant way to spend the weekend? Mark your calendars for the Smithville Jamboree, happening from... View Article
From Local Jams to Big Stages: Exploring Bastrop’s Live Music Scene
March 27, 2025 5:23 pmWelcome to The Colony, a thriving residential community in the heart of Bastrop, Texas. Known for its charming small-town vibe,... View Article
Building Bright Futures at Bastrop ISD
March 20, 2025 1:48 pmWhen choosing the perfect place to call home, families often prioritize finding a community that provides beautiful residences and top-notch... View Article
Discover the Magic of Sherwood Forest Faire This March
March 13, 2025 6:09 pmMarch is an exciting time in Bastrop, Texas, and there’s no better way to celebrate the arrival of spring than... View Article
Explore the Heart of Bastrop at The Bastrop Pop-Up Market
March 6, 2025 3:36 pmSpring is just around the corner, and here in Bastrop, TX, there’s no better way to celebrate the season than... View Article
Close Proximity to Austin’s Hub of Innovation
February 27, 2025 6:59 pmIf you’re looking for a community that blends modern convenience with the charm of the Texas countryside—while staying connected to... View Article
Let’s Play! Join Us for the Pickleball Power Play Tournament
February 20, 2025 7:28 pmIf you’re looking for something to do that’s active, entertaining, and a little different, you’ve got to check out the... View Article
Winter Reads: Cozy Up at the Bastrop Public Library
February 6, 2025 3:26 pmAs February rolls in with its cooler weather, there’s no better time to check out one of Bastrop’s hidden gems:... View Article
Bring on the BBQ!
January 23, 2025 2:49 pmWhen you think of Texas, BBQ often comes to mind. The Colony is located just a short drive from some... View Article
Enjoy a Show at The Bastrop Opera House
January 16, 2025 3:16 pmThe Bastrop Opera House has long been a cornerstone of the community, offering everything from classic theatrical performances to exciting... View Article
New and Coming Soon to Bastrop!
January 3, 2025 3:31 pmBastrop, TX, continues to grow, offering more exciting options for those looking to settle in the area. As part of... View Article
A Lost Pines Christmas in Bastrop 2024
November 15, 2024 5:39 pmThe holiday season is just around the corner, and there’s no better way to celebrate than by experiencing the magic... View Article
Fall into Fun This November!
November 1, 2024 1:58 pmAs November approaches, Bastrop and surrounding cities come alive with exciting events perfect for families, friends, and community members. Whether... View Article
Heroes and Hot Rods Car Show
October 25, 2024 4:45 pmNovember is an exciting month, especially for car enthusiasts and community members in Bastrop, TX, as it brings the highly... View Article
Say Hello to the Bastrop Food Pantry!
October 10, 2024 2:22 pmAs our community faces growing challenges, staying informed about resources like the Bastrop County Emergency Food Pantry (BCEFP) is crucial.... View Article
Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience is Almost Here
October 4, 2024 2:33 pmA truly magical experience is coming to Bastrop County, just a short drive from The Colony! Prepare for an unforgettable... View Article
Boomin’ in Bastrop: Upcoming Developments
September 27, 2024 2:25 pmBastrop is full of energy as several exciting developments are set to enhance the community! From new dining experiences to... View Article
Bastrop: Bird City, Texas
September 12, 2024 2:48 pmIn the heart of Central Texas, Bastrop shines as a proud Bird City Texas Certified Community. This recognition is a... View Article
The Bastrop Music Festival is Almost Here!
September 6, 2024 2:23 pmYou’re invited to one of Bastrop’s most anticipated events of the year: The Bastrop Music Festival! From September 26 –... View Article
Stay Happy & Healthy in Bastrop
August 9, 2024 2:29 pmChoosing the perfect location for your home is more than just finding a picturesque spot; it’s about ensuring that your... View Article
Feature: Community Gardens
August 2, 2024 2:12 pmWhere can you find locally grown plants and trees, a restaurant, a sports bar, a coffee shop, and an event... View Article
The Bastrop Homecoming and Rodeo is Almost Here!
July 26, 2024 2:11 pmGrab your boots and your lasso! The Bastrop Homecoming and Rodeo is almost here. The event exemplifies community spirit and... View Article
Cool off with a Local Treat
June 28, 2024 2:35 pmAs summer heats up in The Colony, Bastrop, TX, there’s no better way to cool off than with a delicious,... View Article
International Day of Yoga
June 21, 2024 2:48 pmYoga is not just a physical exercise; it’s a pathway to better health, mindfulness, and inner peace. Celebrate International Day... View Article
Hit the Trails this Summer!
June 14, 2024 1:08 pmSummer is the perfect time to explore the great outdoors, and Bastrop offers a variety of trails that cater to... View Article
Wine Down and Wind Down in Bastrop
May 24, 2024 5:45 pmIndulge in your passion for wine without going too far from home! As a resident of The Colony, you’re just... View Article
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo
May 3, 2024 2:49 pmAs Cinco de Mayo approaches, the residents of Bastrop eagerly await the vibrant celebrations that mark this Hispanic holiday. More... View Article
Bastrop Eats: Chestnut Grove Food Truck Court
April 26, 2024 3:08 pmYour taste buds are in for a rollercoaster of flavors from the eclectic array of fun foods at the Chestnut... View Article
Lemonade Day in Bastrop
April 17, 2024 7:47 pmSqueeze the day with Lemonade Day: Bastrop Regional! Imagine the brightest, sunniest day, perfect for a tall, refreshing glass of... View Article
2024 Solar Eclipse — Bastrop
April 5, 2024 3:22 pmWho’s ready for a celestial party that’s literally out of this world? Buckle up, stargazers and eclipse enthusiasts, because Bastrop,... View Article
Upcoming Bastrop Housing Fair
March 29, 2024 7:00 pmNow’s the best time to move to one of the fastest-growing cities in Central Texas, and The Colony will help... View Article
Go Local This Spring
March 15, 2024 2:14 pmGet ready to embark on a farm-to-table adventure like no other! We’re diving deep into the heart of Bastrop’s rich... View Article
Easter in Bastrop 2024
March 8, 2024 3:53 pmHop into the spirit of the season as we usher in Easter with an egg-citing lineup of events right here... View Article
Save the Date: Upcoming Events in Bastrop
March 1, 2024 3:47 pmIn Bastrop, every corner of the charming town buzzes with excitement and anticipation for the upcoming spring season and local... View Article
Start 2024 in Style
January 26, 2024 3:14 pmCheers to a stylish new year! As we step into 2024, what better way to embrace a fresh start than... View Article
Mardi Gras is Coming to Bastrop
January 19, 2024 4:17 pmLaissez les bon temps rouler during Bastrop’s first official Mardi Gras tribute! For five days let the good times roll... View Article
Learning Hub: Discover Bastrop’s Education Opportunities
January 12, 2024 3:49 pmFrom preschool through graduation, you can shape your kids’ future by giving them the tools they need to succeed —... View Article
Start 2024 with a Stay-Cation
January 5, 2024 3:09 pmStart 2024 off in style with a stay-cation that will erase the post-holiday blues! The Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort... View Article
Bright and Merry in Bastrop!
December 8, 2023 1:22 pmMake your holidays shine brighter than ever this year by seeing the lights around Bastrop and beyond! The holidays are... View Article
Busy in Bastrop
November 3, 2023 4:06 pmOur master-planned community sits in Bastrop, a bustling city near the heart of Texas — and the town is gearing... View Article
Let’s Go Camping!
October 20, 2023 1:02 pmAh, fall is finally here, and we are ready to go camping. There’s something cozy and inviting about a campfire... View Article
Let’s Go Girls — GNO in Bastrop
October 6, 2023 2:57 pmAs Shania Twain once said — let’s go, girls! The toughest part of planning Girls’ Night Out around Bastrop is... View Article
September Music Scene
September 8, 2023 3:29 pmSeptember has arrived in all of its much-anticipated glory! With it comes the promise of cooler evenings and the vibrant... View Article
Become a Fall Foodie
September 1, 2023 3:39 pmFall is an excellent time to up your foodie game! Fall veggies like mushrooms and squash are perfect for creating... View Article
Get Back in Shape in Bastrop
August 18, 2023 3:13 pmHave you neglected your fitness routine this summer? We all do it sometimes and need to get back on track.... View Article
Roar into Adventure – Cedar Creek Dinosaur Park
July 21, 2023 2:44 pmEveryone loves dinosaurs, right? Dinosaur Park in Cedar Creek, near Bastrop, offers the chance to see the Jurassic wonders up... View Article
Grab a Cup of Coffee in Bastrop
July 7, 2023 3:17 pmStart your day with a caffeine buzz from a local Bastrop Barista! Our town has many good choices for a... View Article
4th of July Fun in Bastrop
June 23, 2023 3:02 pmPut on your red, white, and blue, and join us for the first Bastrop Big Bang Celebration! Bastrop’s inaugural 4th... View Article
14th Annual Blue Flame Cruiser and Motorcycle Show
June 9, 2023 2:14 pmCruise with Dad down to the Bastrop Convention and Exhibit Center on June 17 to see some of the finest... View Article
Wedding Season Kicks Off in Bastrop
May 26, 2023 3:13 pmFor a destination wedding with beautiful surroundings and venue options from elegant to simple, tie the knot in Bastrop! This... View Article
Your Guide to Mother’s Day 2023 in Bastrop
May 12, 2023 2:07 pmBastrop may be a small town, but residents don’t have to leave its charm to find the best gifts for... View Article
Bastrop 1832 Farmers Market
May 5, 2023 4:01 pmSpring is here! What better way to celebrate the warmer days and longer hours of sunshine than by visiting the... View Article
Everything You Need to Know About the New Colony Oaks Elementary School
April 28, 2023 3:56 pmAre you excited about the opening of a brand new school in The Colony? We sure are! Colony Oaks Elementary... View Article
Upcoming Live Music At Neighbor’s Kitchen & Yard
April 14, 2023 7:06 pmKnown as “the Heart of the Lost Pines,” Bastrop is famous for its beautiful outdoor vistas. Whether you’re a Bastrop... View Article
14th Annual Sherwood Forest Faire (March 4 – April 23)
April 7, 2023 2:34 pmIf you’re looking for a place to explore with friends and families this spring, consider a trip to Sherwood Forest... View Article
Earth Native Wilderness School Egg Hunt
March 24, 2023 7:12 pmKnown as “the Heart of the Lost Pines,” Bastrop is famous for its beautiful outdoor vistas. But one thing that... View Article
Texas Independence Day Jam 2023
March 3, 2023 5:05 pmIt’s that time again! The Rising Sun Vineyard’s 10th annual Texas Independence Day Jam is here! Three days of live... View Article
Get to Know Downtown Bastrop
February 24, 2023 7:15 pmWhat’s happening in downtown Bastrop? If you’ve ever wanted to know the best places to visit or locally-shared secrets in... View Article
Tesla Gigafactory Files Plans for Over $800 Million Gigafactory Expansion
February 10, 2023 4:17 pmTechnology may be the leading industry in Austin, but automotive manufacturing is a close second, especially with Tesla’s Gigafactory filing... View Article
The Austin Marathon
February 10, 2023 4:05 pmIf you’re a runner in the Central Texas area, you’re probably aware that the Austin Marathon is just a few... View Article
Valentine’s Date Night in Bastrop
February 6, 2023 9:02 pmValentine’s Day will be here before you know it, and there’s no better way to show your love than with... View Article
Preserve Bastrop’s Natural Land: Pines & Prairies Land Trust
December 9, 2022 6:57 pmEver wonder why Central Texas and Bastrop County are surrounded by so much natural beauty? It didn’t happen by accident.... View Article
Local Gems: Bastrop Opera House
December 1, 2022 5:58 pmBastrop Opera House is a great place to enjoy a dinner theater, musical, play, or plan a special date night... View Article
Lost Pines Christmas Events 2022
November 28, 2022 4:20 pmThe Christmas season in Bastrop officially kicks off in late November! Whether you’re into holiday shopping, looking at Christmas lights,... View Article
Bastrop’s Annual Heroes & Hot Rods Returns
November 11, 2022 5:02 pmBring the whole family to Downtown Bastrop to celebrate and honor our veterans at Bastrop’s 16th Annual Veteran’s Day Cruise-In... View Article
Bastrop Art Fest
November 4, 2022 3:18 pmBastrop Art Fest on November 5th Attention art fans and patrons! The Lost Pines Art Center is holding its annual... View Article
Bastrop Public Library: More than books
October 28, 2022 7:48 pmA quality public library’s value is hard to quantify. Considering factors such as the impact of improved access to education... View Article
Fall Festival at Barton Hill Farms
October 21, 2022 3:16 pmFall is a special time of year in Central Texas, especially Bastrop. Cooler weather, pumpkin spice, and fall festivities make... View Article
Happy Hour in Bastrop
October 14, 2022 5:42 pmFind Your Favorite Happy Hour in Bastrop Have you ever wondered where “happy hour” comes from? According to historical researcher... View Article
Movie Studio Coming to Bastrop
September 23, 2022 3:08 pmMost American cities with about 10,000 residents don’t have massive movie production studios under development. Bastrop isn’t like most cities,... View Article
For the Plant Lovers & Green Thumbs in Bastrop
September 2, 2022 5:24 pmDid you know gardening improves your health? According to UNC Health, gardening has several mental and physical health benefits like... View Article
Bastrop Music Festival 2022
September 2, 2022 5:18 pmThe Bastrop Music Festival returns on Sept 22nd-25th with over four days of live music, featuring more than 40 bands... View Article
Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa
August 26, 2022 2:21 pmDid you know that a vacation or even just a long weekend away from your everyday routine can have a... View Article
#BastropLocal: Heroes Sports Bar & Scratch Kitchen
August 19, 2022 4:47 pmHeroes Sports Bar & Scratch Kitchen is the place to be in Bastrop if you’re trying to watch almost any... View Article
A Restoration Success Story: Bastrop State Park
August 12, 2022 5:01 pmSome quick Bastrop history: The most destructive wildfire in Texas’ history started on Sept. 4, 2011, in Bastrop Country. It... View Article
Bat Fest 2022
August 5, 2022 7:10 pmAustin, Texas is known for many things, from live music to an exceptional array of food. But did you know... View Article
Bastrop’s 75th Annual Homecoming & Rodeo
July 22, 2022 4:03 pmBastrop’s 75th Annual Homecoming and Rodeo is kicking off on August 3rd-6th at Mayfest Park. Starting on Wednesday, August 6th,... View Article
Must-see Concerts in Austin This Summer
July 15, 2022 3:52 pmJanis Joplin, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Willie Nelson, and many other legendary performers started their music careers in Austin. That legacy... View Article
Summer Family Film Festival In Bastrop
July 8, 2022 8:46 pmSinking into a theater chair with popcorn and the a/c blasting while it’s 95 degrees with 90% humidity outside is... View Article
Hornsby Bend Bird Observatory
July 1, 2022 2:58 pmBastrop (and Central Texas in general) is considered by many ornithologists as birdwatcher heaven. Whether you’re an experienced ornithologist or... View Article
Dog-Friendly in Bastrop
June 27, 2022 9:33 pmDid you know nearly 40% of households in the United States own at least 1 pet dog? People of all... View Article
Bastrop Patriotic Festival
June 17, 2022 5:08 pmThe 4th of July leaves just one day of the year to celebrate the founding of our country, and this... View Article
Celebrate World Bourbon Day in Bastrop!
June 10, 2022 4:06 pmWorld Bourbon Day takes place on June 14th each year. The day is set aside for bourbon lovers around the... View Article
HBA Announces 2022 Benefit Home Project
June 9, 2022 4:52 pmPhoto courtesy of Nicolle Ramia Bastrop, Texas (May 20, 2022) –The Home Builders Association of Greater Austin (HBAGA) is honored... View Article
Backyard Gardening in Central Texas
June 3, 2022 6:06 pmThere’s nothing quite like biting into crisp lettuce or vegetables that you’ve grown in your backyard garden. The reward of... View Article
A Hidden Gem in Bastrop: Iron Bridge Ice House
May 26, 2022 7:20 pmWe at The Colony love to highlight Bastrop’s amazing schools, neighborhoods, restaurants, outdoor activities, city parks, and close proximity to... View Article
Staycations & Event Spaces in Bastrop, TX
May 20, 2022 2:51 pmA lot of people underestimate Bastrop as a vacation and retreat destination. While it’s understandable why they might overlook Bastrop... View Article
Memorial Day in Bastrop
May 13, 2022 7:31 pmMemorial Day in Bastrop, TX Making plans for this Memorial Day weekend? Bastrop is the perfect place to spend a... View Article
Barton Hill Farms: Blooms & Brews Festival Filled with Flowers and Family Fun
May 5, 2022 5:32 pmAs summer quickly approaches, families all over Austin are looking for new activities that the whole family can enjoy. Barton... View Article