Farmer's Market

Support local businesses at the Alvarado Farmer's Market. Peruse the variety of vendors at the open-air market to get goodies of all kinds from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Conveniently located on the corner of Cummings and College, this Farmer's Market is the perfect place to spend a Saturday morning.

• Date: August 3, 2024
  
• Time: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
• Location: The cross street of Cummings and College Street, Alvarado, TX 76009

 

17th Annual Harvest Fiesta & Grape Stomp

It’s Lost Oak Winery’s 17th Annual Harvest Fiesta and Grape Stomp! This fun family event is free to attend, but you must purchase tickets to stomp grapes and get your commemorative Annual Harvest Fiesta tote bag, complete with your own grapey footprints. There will be live music by the always lovely Aurora Bleu’s full band, Hibachigo Food Truck, Nona’s Argentina Bakery & cool things down with Jeremiah’s Italian Ice, vendors, award-winning Texas wine, and more! Are you an I Love Lucy fan? If you are or you just want to have fun, come out dressed in your best Lucy costume. There will be a costume contest with prizes to the top 3 Lucy’s. Bring a lawn chair to relax with a glass of wine or spend the day stomping and dancing! As always, feel free to bring your own food and drink, but please, per TABC regulations no outside alcohol. Get your stomp tickers here! *UPDATE: GRAPE STOMP TICKETS ARE SOLD OUT – but you are welcome to come join the party without the stomp!

• Date: August 3, 2024
• Time: 6:00 - 9:00 pm
• Location: Lost Oak Winery, Burleson

 

Boujee Bags & Bubbles

Calling all fashionistas and purse enthusiasts! Get ready to immerse yourself in the most glamorous event of the season – an exclusive Purse Auction! Featuring a stunning collection of gently used designer handbags, clutches, totes, and more. This is your chance to own a piece of luxury while supporting a great cause. Your participation in this auction goes beyond acquiring a stylish accessory – it helps make a meaningful impact in our community. All proceeds will go to the participant scholarship fund! This is an Adult-Only Event!

• Date: August 8, 2024
• Time: Bidding starts at 2:00 pm | Live from 5:00 - 8:00 pm
• Location: Online - Center for ASD Facebook Page (Live Auction)

 

Sonic's Turning Five

Hot Dawg, Sonic's Turning 5! This is a birthday celebration you won't want to miss! Help us celebrate K9 Sonic’s birthday with a fun-filled day at the Burleson Animal Shelter!
Here's what you can look forward to:

• A meet-and-greet with Sonic
• Free hot dogs for everyone (while supplies last)!
• Goody bags for the first 50 kids!
• Games and activities for kids and dogs!
• A chance to win a raffle prize for anyone who adopts a dog during the event!

For his birthday, K9 Sonic is requesting donations to help the amazing animals at the Burleson Animal Shelter. Your contribution will go a long way in giving his furry friends a second chance! You can find a list of items the shelter needs and donate here.

• Date: August 9, 2024
• Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
• Location: Burleson Animal Shelter, 775 SE John Jones Drive

 

BTX Back to School Bash

Let's celebrate the last week of summer together! Bring the kiddos out to enjoy water slides, frozen treats & a DJ! This event is free for all to enjoy!

• Date: August 10, 2024
• Time: 4:00 pm
• Location: Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza, 141 W Renfro Street
• Cost: Free

 

Friendly Fest Carnival Dance

Burleson Parks and Recreation is hosting its third annual dance for individuals with special needs and disabilities on August 16. This year’s theme is Friendly Fest Carnival Dance! Participants can dress to the theme if they would like. Come join us for a night of fun carnival games, dancing, food and friendly faces. The event is free and open to individuals with special needs and disabilities with a parent or guardian. Registration is required and available online. Chaperones will also need to register. Register here.

• Date: August 16, 2024
• Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm
• Location: Center for ASD, 640 NW Tarrant Avenue
• Cost: Free

 

Splish Splash Doggie Bash

A fun-filled day gone to the dogs! Let your furry, four-legged friend take a swim in the BRiCk Outdoor Pool, visit with dog friendly vendors, win some prizes and have fun. Read over complete rules and register online.

• Date: August 17, 2024
• Time: 10 - 11:45 am, Small dogs | 12:15 - 2:00 pm, Large dogs (over 35 pounds)
• Location: BRiCk, 550 NW Summercrest Boulevard
• Cost: $5 per dog, limit 2 dogs per person. Humans are free.

 

Burleson Animal Shelter Night at Cleburne Railroaders

Come watch the Cleburne Railroaders take on the Kane County Cougars on Aug. 21 and $5 from EVERY TICKET gets donated to the Burleson Animal Shelter. You MUST purchase your tickets through this link. Gates open at 6 pm, and the first pitch will be thrown out by one of our animal control officers at 7:06 pm, AND it'll be Wiener Wednesday which means all hotdogs are $1 each!

• Date: August 21, 2024
• Time: Gates open - 6:00 pm | First pitch - 7:06 pm
• Location: La Moderna Field, 1906 Brazzle Boulevard, Cleburne, TX 76033