AUGUST EVENTS IN BURNET COUNTY
Visitors and residents of the Highland Lakes can tune in to loads of live music at the end of the summer, cool off to watch the night skies or a true Western, and buy up local goods. From country music to ’80s dance tunes, toe-tapping fun is on the agenda for the month. Plan to play during the hottest music month in the Highland Lakes.
7 PM FRIDAY, AUGUST 5
Marble Falls Summer Concert Series
Johnson Park Amphitheater
230 S. Avenue J, Marble Falls
Listen to Gary P. Nunn in the last show of the free concert series. BYOB and food trucks available. Visit the city’s Parks and Recreation Department webpage for more information.
8-9 PM WEDNESDAYS, THURSDAYS & SUNDAYS IN AUGUST
Eagle Eye Observatory Public Sessions
Eagle Eye Observatory at Canyon of the Eagles Nature Park and Resort
16942 RR 2341, Burnet
Cool down on August evenings while peering at the fiery skies with an astronomer through a high-tech telescope at the observatory. See more information at canyonoftheeagles.com/eagle-eye-observatory.
7:30-10 PM FRIDAY & SATURDAY, AUGUST 5-6
2-4:30 PM SUNDAY, AUGUST 7
‘Destry Rides Again’ musical
Hill Country Community Theatre
4003 FM 2147 West, Cottonwood Shores
Cattle ranchers, a sheriff or two, and the local drunk bring on the fun in the small town of Bottleneck in this Western stage performance. Find out more at thehcct.org.
6-8 PM FRIDAYS IN AUGUST
The Globe Summer Movie Series
The Globe Theatre
132 W. Vaughn St., Bertram
Watch a classic movie in an historic venue, The Globe Theatre in Bertram. Information about the movies shown, as well as live music, can be found at globetheatretx.com.
7-11 PM FRIDAYS, AUGUST 12 & 19
Live music at Putters & Gutters
Putters & Gutters
4100 U.S. 281 North, Marble Falls
Country legend John Conlee takes the stage on August 12, while Aaron Watson will entertain the crowd on August 19. Bowl and golf before or after! Find out the details on the fun center’s Facebook page.
8-11 PM SATURDAY, AUGUST 6
’80s Obsession at Brass Hall
Brass Hall
909 Third St., Marble Falls
Sing and dance along with the band Dead Love Club as it plays 1980s hits from Duran Duran, Flock of Seagulls, The Cars, Billy Idol, and more. Tickets and information at em-direct.com/deadloveclub.html
9 AM-1 PM SATURDAYS THROUGH NOV. 19
Burnet Farmer and Crafts Market
220 S. Pierce St., Burnet
Load up on jellies and jams made from summer fruits, fresh veggies, baked goods, and creations made by local artisans. More information is at burnetcountyhighlandlakesmastergardener.org.
There are more live music venues, outdoor activities, and even a beer educational event to be explored at highlandlakesofburnetcounty.com.
