Events in Brady

Given that the city is the geographic center of Texas, it shouldn't come as a surprise that many of the annual events in Brady involve some beloved Lone Star traditions: firearms, barbecue, and country music. One of the highlights of the year is the goat barbecue cook-off, which draws contestants and hungry spectators from all over the country. The folks around here also love live music, and several events—from the country music festival in the spring to the New Year's Eve bash—feature live performances by established country and Western acts. Check out our list to see when you should plan your next trip to Brady.

Late March - Early April

Heart of Texas Country Music Festival

The Heart of Texas Country Music Association's annual festival celebrates traditional country music with eight to ten days of concerts, dances, museum events, and performances by nationally recognized, regional, and local artists. While Brady hosts most of the festivities, select events also take place in Mason and Waco.

Heart of Texas Country Music Museum
1701 South Bridge Street
Brady, TX 76825

July

July Jubilee

Independence Day in Brady means fireworks, a parade, barbecue, street dancing, and live music ‘til midnight on the downtown courthouse square.

McCulloch County Courthouse
199 County Courthouse Square
Brady, TX 76825

August

Honky Tonk Fest

Celebrate traditional country music during Brady's annual Honky Tonk Fest. This three-day festival features live performances by nationally recognized and regional honky tonk artists, dancing, and special events. Concerts are held primarily at the Brady Civic Center, with additional activities at the Heart of Texas Country Music Museum

Brady Civic Center
1020 South College Street
Brady, TX 76825

Country musicians perform on an outdoor stage during Brady's World Championship BBQ Goat Cook-Off as a large crowd enjoys the live concert.

September

World Championship BBQ Goat Cook-Off

Brady's signature event, the World Championship BBQ Goat Cook-Off, draws more than 200 cooking teams and thousands of visitors each Labor Day weekend. In addition to championship barbecue, the festival features live Texas music, arts and crafts vendors, food, children's activities, tournaments, a fun run, dancing, and family-friendly entertainment throughout the weekend.

Richards Park
1370 Memory Lane
Brady, TX 76825

October

McCulloch County Friends of NRA Annual Banquet

Support local shooting sports and conservation programs at the McCulloch County Friends of NRA Annual Banquet. This fundraising event features dinner, live and silent auctions, raffles, games, and the chance to win exclusive NRA firearms, outdoor gear, and collectibles. Proceeds help fund youth shooting sports, firearm safety, and other local and statewide grant programs.

Heart of Texas Event Center
804 San Angelo Highway
Brady, TX 76825

December

Christmas in the Heart

Celebrate the holiday season in downtown Brady during Christmas in the Heart. Hosted by the Brady Clergy Association, this free community event features bounce houses, children's games, live music, food vendors, carriage rides, and other family-friendly activities. After dark, enjoy the festive Lighted Parade around the historic courthouse square before the celebration continues into the evening.

Downtown Square
Brady, TX 76825

Phone: (325) 597-3491
Email: info@bradytx.com

Cost: Free
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM