Events

One of Evie Walberg’s artworks in the  “Palette & Palate” exhibit hosted by Round Rock Arts at TXST.

One of Evie Walberg’s artworks in the “Palette & Palate” exhibit hosted by Round Rock Arts at TXST.

Art Scapes: Three new art exhibits at the Georgetown library

Three new art installations grace the walls of the Georgetown Public Library at 402 West Eighth Street.For animals galore, visit the library’s Cafe Gallery to see Don Ballard’s  “If You Can’t Get to the Zoo, the Zoo Will Come to You.
Artwork by Andrew Corbin is on display at Mesquite Creek Outfitters.

Artwork by Andrew Corbin is on display at Mesquite Creek Outfitters.

Art Scapes: 2027 Art Center Exhibit proposals deadline

The Georgetown Art Center is looking for exhibits to be displayed in 2027. The deadline for proposal is February 28, 2026.Each year at this time, the Art Center collects proposals and selects a panel to review proposals and recommend finalists for the 2027 showcases.

Georgetown's Red Poppy Festival 2026 lineup finalized

The 2026 Red Poppy Festival brings not just vendors and food for visitors, but music from artists like Maddie & Tae, Jade Eagleson and Dysfunkshun Junkshun, making a fun environment for the whole family. The Red Poppy Festival will take place on April 24- 26.
 “Wild at Heart” by Kandi Morely at the Williamson County Art Guild gallery.

“Wild at Heart” by Kandi Morely at the Williamson County Art Guild gallery.

Art scapes: New arts center opens in downtown Round Rock

The City Arts Center in downtown Round Rock opened its doors in the Griffith Building offering ample space for art plus two-story-high cathedral ceilings and views of the paseo. This revitalized building was once a fire house, an auto shop, City Hall and the library.
“Wormhole” by Ken Johnston is currently on display as part of the Round Rock Image Creators “Geometries: Exploring Shapes” exhibit at the library.

“Wormhole” by Ken Johnston is currently on display as part of the Round Rock Image Creators “Geometries: Exploring Shapes” exhibit at the library.

BiblioFiles: New year, new events at Georgetown Public Library

It’s a new year, which means there is new art at the Georgetown Public Library. Emily Latham’s “The Georgetown Collection” will be on display in the first-floor café gallery. Latham’s linocut prints celebrate the small businesses, restaurants, and historic buildings that make Georgetown home. Mr.
Jan Anderson-Paxson’s artwork on display at the Georgetown City Hall.

Jan Anderson-Paxson’s artwork on display at the Georgetown City Hall.

Art Scapes: Georgetown City Hall gallery features Jan Anderson-Paxson

Georgetown City Hall gallery features “Shifting Tonalities of Water, Sand and Sky” by Jan Anderson-Paxson. The opening reception is January 20 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. featuring live music, charcuterie and wine. Meet the artist and discuss her featured works on display throughout the gallery.
Fun Gus and The Schrooms

Fun Gus and The Schrooms

Strings & Things: Fun Gus and The Schrooms come to town

Williamson County is home to a multitude of live music genres from rock and country to classical and symphonic. Come and enjoy the tunes, rhythms and sounds of local talent including Fun Gus & The Shrooms in Pflugerville.
Georgetown residents make their way along Martin Luther King Jr. Street as they participate in the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day march and celebration held at Macedonia Baptist Church on Monday, January 20, 2025. (Sun Archive)

Georgetown residents make their way along Martin Luther King Jr. Street as they participate in the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day march and celebration held at Macedonia Baptist Church on Monday, January 20, 2025. (Sun Archive)

Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with Georgetown events

The third Monday of January is always reserved for Martin Luther King Jr. Day to remember the civil rights leader and his contributions to the people of the United States and beyond. In Georgetown, there are three events that take place annually to honor the legacy of Dr. King.