Lighted Parade
This lighted, nighttime parade goes directly through the heart of Downtown Buda. Watch as community organizations decorate their floats to bring out the spirit of the holidays. The parade ends in City Park where Santa will countdown to fireworks from the Amphitheater Stage! The parade takes place Saturday, Dec 7 at 6:30 pm and will travel down Main Street from China Street to Buda City Park.
Want to participate? Check out the details here.
Craft Vendors
Craft vendors from all across Texas will display their merchandise and hand-made wares for you to explore and discover the perfect unique gift for your loved ones this holiday season.
Hours: 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm Saturday, Dec 7
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Sunday, Dec 8
Want to become a vendor? Check out the details here.
Reindog parade
Dogs from all around will gather to trot down the street in their best holiday costumes and outfits. The pet-parent of the most festive dog will win a prize! The Reindog Parade will take place on Sunday, December 7 at 2:00 pm to kick-off the festivities.
play in the snow - CANCELED for 2024
Build a snow man! Make a snow angel! Experience a winter tradition that doesn't happen too often here in Texas. Located in Buda City Park
Hours: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm Saturday, Dec 7
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Sunday, Dec 8 or until ice melts
Pictures with Santa
Get pictures of the kids with Santa and Mrs. Claus taken in the Greenbelt for the perfect holiday picture to include in your holiday card to your family and friends.
Hours: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Saturday, Dec 7
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Sunday, Dec 8
food vendors
Eat all the fair food your stomach craves. Local non-profits and carefully picked food vendors are open during all hours of the festival.
Hours: 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm Saturday, Dec 7
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Sunday, Dec 8
Want to become a food vendor? Check out the details here.
Kid's Activites
Head to the Pavilion in City Park for free kids activities! Kids can write letters to Santa, make ornaments and other crafts, and discover other fun holiday activities all in one area.
Hours: 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm Saturday, Dec 7
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Sunday, Dec 8
Kid's activities will be hosted by information booths that are not selling merchandise or food and by Inspired Minds Art Center.
If you are interested in getting your information out into the community, please email tourism@budatx.gov for more details.
If you are interested in FREE crafts at Inspired Minds Art Center, you must RSVP at one of the links below. Workshop times are on Saturday from 10 am - 4:30 pm, Sunday from 11 pm - 3 pm.
Ceramic Holiday Ornament Painting
3D Sled Door Hanger Collaborative Workshop
performances & Entertainment
Have a blast with us on the main stage and pavilion stage with live performances. View the Line Up here.
If you interested in performing at Budafest email tourism@budatx.gov
carnival -
Canceled for 2024
Enjoy a small carnival with games and rides in Buda City Park both Saturday and Sunday!
Hours: 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm Saturday, Dec 7
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Sunday, Dec 8
Annual Book sale
Join the Friends of the Buda Library for their Annual Book Sale just in time for the holidays! Shop a wide variety of gently used books at incredibly low prices while supporting the Buda Library. More details to come!
