Events in Smithville 

A great event can turn a good trip into the one you'll remember years later, and Smithville offers a calendar of annual celebrations that stretch from spring through the holidays. The town's biggest weekends draw visitors from Austin, Houston, and San Antonio, and several of the events are now decades into their run. If you can, plan your trip to coincide with one of these. For more information about any of the events below, check out Smithville’s events page.  

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April 

4 Day Jamboree Celebration 

Smithville's signature spring event, anchored at Vernon Richards Riverbend Park along the Colorado River. Four days of live music, food vendors, carnival rides, a parade, and family activities that mark the unofficial start of warm weather in central Texas.

Riverbend Park Chuckwagon Square
107 Hwy 71 W
Smithville, TX 78957 

Spring Community-Wide Garage Sales 

A semi-annual tradition that turns the entire town into a treasure hunt. Hundreds of households open their garages and yards on the same Saturday. It’s a great excuse to drive the neighborhoods, get a real grassroots experience, and find your weekend's best souvenir. 

City-wide 
Smithville, TX 78957 

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May 

Annual Smithville Airport Fly-In 

A free, family-friendly aviation event at the Smithville Crawford Municipal Airport. Visiting pilots fly in vintage and modern aircraft for magnificent displays. Throw in the food, music, and aviation activities for kids on the ground, and you have yourself a darn good day.  

Smithville Crawford Municipal Airport 
765 N W Loop 230
Smithville, TX 78957 

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September 

Meet Me at the Depot 

Spend a relaxed Saturday morning at Smithville’s historic MKT Depot celebrating the town’s railroad history and small-town charm. Enjoy live music, classic cars, local storytellers, vintage games, trolley rides, kids' crafts and activities, iced tea and lemonade, and plenty of front-porch-style conversation. On the first Saturdays of September, October, and November.

Smithville MKT Depot & Railroad Park
102 NE 1st Street
Smithville, TX 78957 

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October 

Meet Me at the Depot 

Spend a relaxed Saturday morning at Smithville’s historic MKT Depot celebrating the town’s railroad history and small-town charm. Enjoy live music, classic cars, local storytellers, vintage games, trolley rides, kids' crafts and activities, iced tea and lemonade, and plenty of front-porch-style conversation. On the first Saturdays of September, October, and November.

Smithville MKT Depot & Railroad Park
102 NE 1st Street
Smithville, TX 78957 

Smithville Music Festival 

Historic Downtown Smithville comes alive for two days of live music, dancing, food, and small-town fun. Enjoy performances from talented musicians while exploring downtown shops, restaurants, and the welcoming atmosphere that makes Smithville a great Texas getaway.

Historic Downtown Smithville
Smithville, TX 78957

Fall Community-Wide Garage Sales 

The second half of Smithville's twice-yearly garage sale tradition. Same format as April: citywide, all-day, ideal for visiting bargain hunters, and a great way to meet the community.  

City-wide 
Smithville, TX 78957 

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November 

Meet Me at the Depot 

Spend a relaxed Saturday morning at Smithville’s historic MKT Depot celebrating the town’s railroad history and small-town charm. Enjoy live music, classic cars, local storytellers, vintage games, trolley rides, kids' crafts and activities, iced tea and lemonade, and plenty of front-porch-style conversation. On the first Saturdays of September, October, and November.

Smithville MKT Depot & Railroad Park
102 NE 1st Street
Smithville, TX 78957 

Airing of the Quilts & Tour of Homes 

Held the second Saturday of November, this event drapes Main Street with hundreds of handmade quilts hung from storefronts and porches across downtown. Pair the quilt display with a Tour of Homes opening Smithville's historic residences to the public for one day only. 

Downtown Smithville
Smithville, TX 78957 

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December 

Christmas on the Katy Line 

Celebrate the holidays in Downtown Smithville with a full day of hometown Christmas fun! Enjoy Santa, live music, trolley rides, a chili cook-off, vintage cars, holiday shopping, kid’s activities and more, followed by the festive Katy Line Christmas Express lighted parade. 

Downtown Smithville
Smithville, TX 78957