Weekend Picks for April 24-26
If you’re looking for fun this weekend, you’re going to find it! Check out our top picks for this weekend, April 24-26, in the Highland Lakes: Need more fun? Find more weekend events here.
Read moreApril 21, 2026
36th annual Llano Crawfish Open: one shell of a good time
Enjoy a little Cajun culture in the Texas Hill Country during the Llano Crawfish Open in April at Robinson City Park. Mudbugs and music are the main attractions at the festival. The 2026 festival is April 17-18. Also on the Read more…
Read moreApril 15, 2026
Spring picking at Sweet Berry Farm
Spring strawberry picking is in full swing at Sweet Berry Farm for the 2026 season. The pick-your-own farm is located at 1801 FM 1980 in Marble Falls. The strawberries are abundant this season, tulips and ranunculus have already come and Read more…
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Texas prickly pear cactus: Beautiful and tasty
It’s that time of year when even the prickliest Texas natives burst into bloom. Most notably in the Highland Lakes is the prickly pear cactus. Look around from April through June, and you will find big blooms opening wide on Read more…
Read moreApril 15, 2026
How do you say that? Highland Lakes pronunciation guide
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Staff
Don’t stick out like a sore thumb when you visit the Highland Lakes. Mispronouncing the name of a city or a landmark is an immediate sign you’re not a local. No need to worry, though, because we put together this Read more…
Read moreApril 7, 2026
These Highland Lakes fish take the bait
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Check out what and where anglers are reeling in from the Highland Lakes and Llano River. LARGEMOUTH BASS In Texas, the largemouth bass is probably the undisputed top target of most anglers. And why not? It’s found in all of Read more…
Read moreApril 7, 2026
Llano Fiddle Fest 2026
Llano Fiddle Fest is back in 2026. The annual festival brings together the best fiddlers in Texas for jam sessions, competition, dancing, and more. Top players will compete for thousands of dollars in prizes and the festivities will be capped Read more…
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Llano River Chuck Wagon Cook-off 2026
Things are getting Western this weekend at the 2026 Llano River Chuck Wagon Cook-off. Some of the best cooks this side of the Mississippi will be competing to see who can rustle up the best, authentic trail grub. The event Read more…
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Drop in at Balloons Over Horseshoe Bay Resort
The 12th annual Balloons Over Horseshoe Bay Resort is April 3-5, 2026. Hot-air balloons from across the country will descend on the Highland Lakes during the Easter weekend festival which takes place at the Horseshoe Bay Resort Ranch. The resort Read more…
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Llano Earth Art Festival and returns March 27-29
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The Llano Earth Art Festival, better known as LEAF, is back, promising a weekend of unique natural art, the 2026 World Rock Stacking Championship, music, camping, vendors, workshops, and more. The annual spring festival will take place Friday through Sunday, Read more…
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