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Events in Belton
There is a special magic that you’ll feel when you visit Belton during a holiday or a special event. Especially if you’re from a big city and not used to the quaint charm of a small town, you’ll experience the feeling of community, of neighbors coming together to celebrate, that is often hard to find in this day and age. Belton has been known for its Fourth of July celebrations, and the Christmas attractions at Belton Lake draw visitors from all over the Lone Star State. For these and more yearly happenings, check out our list of some of the top annual events in Belton.
March
Rod Chopperz Car Cruise
At the Gin at Nolan Creek! Starts at 5:30 pm and ends when the last car leaves or 11:30pm.
The 3rd Friday of every month from March thru October.
219 S East St, Belton, TX 76513
Artisan Market
Hand-made artisan goods, brittle, jams, jellies, herbs, goat cheese, jerky, wooden items, jewelry, Citrus Trees, cloth diapers, and more every Saturday in Belton, Texas!
Every Saturday from 7 am to 1 pm
313 E Central Ave
Nolan Creek Saturday Market
Fun family activities, food, arts, and craft vendors, are available every Saturday morning at this outdoor market.
Every Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm
219 S East St.
April
Schoepf’s Texas Music Series
Live music offered throughout the spring and summer in Schoepf’s backyard. Artists vary between performances, check Schoepf’s event page for show information.
702 E Central Ave, Belton, TX 76513
Rocking Rotary
A fundraiser hosted by the Belton Rotary Club. Featuring live 80s music, dancing, food trucks, breweries & wineries.
101 E Central Ave, Belton, TX 76513
Belton Market Days
Spend the day strolling through the charming downtown district where you will meet local artisans, crafters, and vendors at Market Days. Belton Market Days are managed by the Downtown Belton Business Alliance, a volunteer-led, non-profit organization
Twice a year in April and November.
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
101 E Central Ave, Belton, TX 76513
Rod Chopperz Car Cruise
At the Gin at Nolan Creek! Starts at 5:30 pm and ends when the last car leaves or 11:30pm.
The 3rd Friday of every month from March thru October.
219 S East St, Belton, TX 76513
Artisan Market
Hand-made artisan goods, brittle, jams, jellies, herbs, goat cheese, jerky, wooden items, jewelry, Citrus Trees, cloth diapers, and more every Saturday in Belton, Texas!
Every Saturday from 7 am to 1 pm
313 E Central Ave
Nolan Creek Saturday Market
Fun family activities, food, arts, and craft vendors, are available every Saturday morning at this outdoor market.
Every Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm
219 S East St.
Belton 2024 Solar Eclipse
Witness a once in a lifetime experience at the City of Belton’s 2024 Solar Eclipse event
April 8 2024
May
Schoepf’s Texas Music Series
Live music offered throughout the spring and summer in Schoepf’s backyard. Artists vary between performances, check Schoepf’s event page for show information.
702 E Central Ave, Belton, TX 76513
Rod Chopperz Car Cruise
At the Gin at Nolan Creek! Starts at 5:30 pm and ends when the last car leaves or 11:30pm.
The 3rd Friday of every month from March thru October.
219 S East St, Belton, TX 76513
Artisan Market
Hand-made artisan goods, brittle, jams, jellies, herbs, goat cheese, jerky, wooden items, jewelry, Citrus Trees, cloth diapers, and more every Saturday in Belton, Texas!
Every Saturday from 7 am to 1 pm
313 E Central Ave
Nolan Creek Saturday Market
Fun family activities, food, arts, and craft vendors, are available every Saturday morning at this outdoor market.
Every Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm
219 S East St.
Bell County Farmers Markets
Vendors sell baked goods, plants, flowers, fresh vegetables, and fruits.
May – September Saturdays from 7 am to noon
At 411 E Central Ave
May-Labor Day
Summer Fun Water Park
Local kids count the days each year until this outdoor water park opens its doors. With a lazy river, water slides (including one with a 40-foot drop), basketball and sand volleyball courts, and concession stand, it’s got everything needed to spend a glorious summer day in the sun.
1410 Waco Road
Belton, TX 76513
June
Schoepf’s Texas Music Series
Live music offered throughout the spring and summer in Schoepf’s backyard. Artists vary between performances, check Schoepf’s event page for show information.
702 E Central Ave, Belton, TX 76513
Bell County Farmers Markets
Vendors sell baked goods, plants, flowers, fresh vegetables, and fruits.
May – September Saturdays from 7 am to noon
At 411 E Central Ave
Rod Chopperz Car Cruise
At the Gin at Nolan Creek! Starts at 5:30 pm and ends when the last car leaves or 11:30pm.
The 3rd Friday of every month from March thru October.
219 S East St, Belton, TX 76513
Artisan Market
Hand-made artisan goods, brittle, jams, jellies, herbs, goat cheese, jerky, wooden items, jewelry, Citrus Trees, cloth diapers, and more every Saturday in Belton, Texas!
Every Saturday from 7 am to 1 pm
313 E Central Ave
Fun family activities, food, arts, and craft vendors, are available every Saturday morning at this outdoor market.
Every Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm
219 S East St.
July
Belton, Texas is recognized as one of the top 10 places to celebrate the 4th of July. "Belton's parade is a true celebration of patriotism and the family, with a Texas flavor!" USA Today.
The week-long celebration bringing over 50,000 visitors from all over the region. The largest annual event in our Central Texas area includes the following:
- Downtown Street Party
- Parade & Patriotic Program
- PRCA Rodeo
- Festival on Nolan Creek
- Rev, White, and Blue Car Show
- Carnival
- Backyard Party at Schoepf's with concert & fireworks
101 E Central Ave, Belton, TX 76513
Bell County Farmers Markets
Vendors sell baked goods, plants, flowers, fresh vegetables, and fruits.
May – September Saturdays from 7 am to noon
At 411 E Central Ave
Rod Chopperz Car Cruise
At the Gin at Nolan Creek! Starts at 5:30 pm and ends when the last car leaves or 11:30pm.
The 3rd Friday of every month from March thru October.
219 S East St, Belton, TX 76513
Artisan Market
Hand-made artisan goods, brittle, jams, jellies, herbs, goat cheese, jerky, wooden items, jewelry, Citrus Trees, cloth diapers, and more every Saturday in Belton, Texas!
Every Saturday from 7 am to 1 pm
313 E Central Ave
Nolan Creek Saturday Market
Fun family activities, food, arts, and craft vendors, are available every Saturday morning at this outdoor market.
Every Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm
219 S East St.
Schoepf’s Texas Music Series
Live music offered throughout the spring and summer in Schoepf’s backyard. Artists vary between performances, check Schoepf’s event page for show information.
702 E Central Ave, Belton, TX 76513
Sami Show
Arts and Crafts marketplace
Bell County Expo Center 301 W Loop 121
August
Bell County Comic Con
Wholesome family entertainment providing art, superheroes, comics, toys, celebrity guests, games, cosplay contest, and much more!
301 W Loop 121, Belton, TX 76513
Bell County Farmers Markets
Vendors sell baked goods, plants, flowers, fresh vegetables, and fruits.
May – September Saturdays from 7 am to noon
At 411 E Central Ave
Rod Chopperz Car Cruise
At the Gin at Nolan Creek! Starts at 5:30 pm and ends when the last car leaves or 11:30pm.
The 3rd Friday of every month from March thru October.
219 S East St, Belton, TX 76513
Artisan Market
Hand-made artisan goods, brittle, jams, jellies, herbs, goat cheese, jerky, wooden items, jewelry, Citrus Trees, cloth diapers, and more every Saturday in Belton, Texas!
Every Saturday from 7 am to 1 pm
313 E Central Ave
Nolan Creek Saturday Market
Fun family activities, food, arts, and craft vendors, are available every Saturday morning at this outdoor market.
Every Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm
219 S East St.
September
Sami Show
Arts and Crafts marketplace
Bell County Expo Center 301 W Loop 121
Rod Chopperz Car Cruise
At the Gin at Nolan Creek! Starts at 5:30 pm and ends when the last car leaves or 11:30pm.
The 3rd Friday of every month from March thru October.
219 S East St, Belton, TX 76513
Artisan Market
Hand-made artisan goods, brittle, jams, jellies, herbs, goat cheese, jerky, wooden items, jewelry, Citrus Trees, cloth diapers, and more every Saturday at The Gin on Nolan Creek in Belton, Texas!
Every Saturday from 7 am to 1 pm
313 E Central Ave
Nolan Creek Saturday Market
Fun family activities, food, arts, and craft vendors, are available every Saturday morning at this outdoor market.
Every Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm
219 S East St.
Bell County Farmers Markets
Vendors sell baked goods, plants, flowers, fresh vegetables, and fruits.
May – September Saturdays from 7 am to noon
At 411 E Central Ave
Central Texas State Fair
On Labor Day weekend, head to the Bell County Expo Center for the carnival, livestock show, mutton bustin’, and Professional Bull Riders competitions that are part of the annual Central Texas State Fair.
301 West Loop 121
Belton, TX 76513
Belton Bacon Blues and Brews
Featuring bacon, blues music, and brews. Friday, September 29th is the kick-off party with food trucks, breweries, wineries, and music.
Saturday, September 30th, the food truck competition starts at 11 am, where food trucks compete with bacon-inspired dishes. There will be a variety of blues bands playing throughout the day.
101 E Central Ave, Belton, TX 76513
October
Lions on the Leon
Saturday October 7th
A day of family fun at Heritage Park hosted by Belton Lions Club. The festivities include a wacky boat race, food vendors, live music, games, and craft vendors.
1502 Park Ave, Belton, TX 76513
Candy Trail
Make sure your little ghouls and goblins have a bag large enough to hold all the candy they’ll be scoring from the shops and businesses in downtown Belton during this annual Halloween event.
October 28th, 4:00 pm to 6:00pm
Downtown Belton, TX 76513
Artisan Market
Hand-made artisan goods, brittle, jams, jellies, herbs, goat cheese, jerky, wooden items, jewelry, Citrus Trees, cloth diapers, and more every Saturday in Belton, Texas!
Every Saturday from 7 am to 1 pm
313 E Central Ave
Nolan Creek Saturday Market
Fun family activities, food, arts, and craft vendors, are available every Saturday morning at this outdoor market.
Every Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm
219 S East St.
Sami Show
Arts and Crafts marketplace
Bell County Expo Center 301 W Loop 121
November
Sami Show
Arts and Crafts marketplace
Bell County Expo Center 301 W Loop 121
Belton Market Days
Spend the day strolling through the charming downtown district where you will meet local artisans, crafters, and vendors at Market Days. Belton Market Days are managed by the Downtown Belton Business Alliance, a volunteer-led, non-profit organization
November 18th
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
101 E Central Ave, Belton, TX 76513
Artisan Market
Hand-made artisan goods, brittle, jams, jellies, herbs, goat cheese, jerky, wooden items, jewelry, Citrus Trees, cloth diapers, and more every Saturday in Belton, Texas!
Every Saturday from 7 am to 1 pm
313 E Central Ave
Nolan Creek Saturday Market
Fun family activities, food, arts, and craft vendors, are available every Saturday morning at this outdoor market.
Every Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm
219 S East St.
November - January
Nature in Lights
BLORA (Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area) becomes nearly six miles of winter wonderland each holiday season, with millions of Christmas lights illuminating hundreds of festive scenes and displays.
Cottage Road
Belton, TX 76513
December
Christmas on the Chisholm Trail
A two-day event on the 1st and 2nd of December from 12 pm – 7 pm. December 1st is the tree lighting, Christmas movie, and food vendors. Saturday, December 2nd is the Christmas parade and has vendors of all kinds.
Before the big day arrives, Santa drops by downtown Belton to kick off the Christmas season with great food, a kids’ zone, specialty crafts vendors, yuletide entertainment, and a parade.
A two-day event on the 2nd and 3rd of December from 12 pm – 7 pm.
December 2nd is the tree lighting, Christmas movie, and food vendors.
Saturday, December 3rd is the Christmas parade and has vendors of all kinds.
Central Avenue & East Street
Belton, TX 76513
Sami Show
Arts and Crafts marketplace
Bell County Expo Center 301 W Loop 121
