Round Top Year Round
Round Top is more than the antique shows. Between the rolling pastures, year-round shops, farm-to-table dining, and a calendar of festivals and parades, this tiny Texas town is a destination any weekend of the year.
Every Season Has a Story
SpringWildflower Season
Bluebonnets and Indian paintbrush blanket the rolling countryside. Drive the back roads, stop at year-round shops, and take in the best of the Texas countryside.
Summer4th of July Parade
The longest-running Fourth of July parade west of the Mississippi. Festival Hill hosts the Texas Festival Orchestra all summer with weekly concerts.
FallWine Walk & Film Festival
After the fall Antique Show wraps, stick around for the Round Top Wine Walk and Film Festival — cooler weather, golden light, and the creative spirit of Fayette County.
WinterChristmas Parade
The first Saturday of December brings Round Top's beloved Christmas parade and holiday shopping at year-round shops decked in seasonal charm.
Discover Year-Round Round Top
Everything you need for a getaway any time of year
Festival Hill
A 210-acre world-class music and arts campus in the heart of Round Top. Founded in 1971 by concert pianist James Dick, Festival Hill features a stunning 1,100-seat concert hall, historic buildings, and beautiful gardens.
Regular concerts, recitals, and exhibitions make it one of the most culturally significant destinations in rural Texas. The summer concert series brings world-class musicians to this tiny town.
Learn More →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Round Top open year-round?
Yes! While best known for its spring, fall, and winter antique shows, Round Top has a thriving year-round community with shops, restaurants, wineries, and B&Bs open every season.
What is Festival Hill?
Festival Hill is a world-class 210-acre music and arts campus featuring a 1,100-seat concert hall, gardens, and regular concerts. Founded by pianist James Dick in 1971, it's one of the most culturally significant destinations in rural Texas.
What events happen besides the antique shows?
Round Top hosts the 4th of July parade (one of the oldest in Texas), Round Top Film Festival, Wine Walk, Christmas parade, monthly Festival Hill concerts, and seasonal festivals year-round.
Is Round Top worth visiting between shows?
Absolutely. Between shows, Round Top is a peaceful Hill Country retreat with year-round shops, Royers Cafe, wineries, the Festival Hill concert series, and charming B&Bs. It's the perfect weekend getaway without show-week crowds.
How far is Round Top from Houston and Austin?
Approximately 90 minutes from Houston (75 miles) and 75 minutes from Austin (85 miles), making it an easy day trip or weekend destination from either city.
What is Round Top known for?
Home of the world's largest antique show (100,000+ visitors), Festival Hill (world-class music venue), charming small-town Texas culture, farm-to-table dining at Royers Cafe, and beautiful Hill Country scenery. Population: under 100.
