Georgetown’s Red Poppy Festival Returns April 25-27 for its 26th Year

Start: Friday, April 25, 2025 5:00PM
End: Sunday, April 27, 2025 10:00PM

It is the 26th year the city has hosted the free, three-day festival to celebrate the history and beauty of its poppy season. For 100 years, red poppies have decorated Georgetown’s landscape; one of the few places in the United States where red poppies reseed every year. The two and one-half day event features live music, a food court, regional artists, a classic car show, and more. Performing at the Red Poppy Stage this year are Dysfunkshun Junkshun, Makenzie Carpenter and festival headliner, country artist, Cory Morrow. Dysfynkshun Junkshun performs on Friday, April 25 at 7 p.m.. Carpenter will perform on Saturday, April 26 at 7 p.m., and Morrow will follow at 8:30 p.m. All concerts are free. The Red Poppy Parade takes place Saturday morning passing through “The Most Beautiful Town Square in Texas.” WHAT: Georgetown’s 26th Annual Red Poppy Festival; Admission is free WHEN: April 25-27, 2025 WHERE: In and around Georgetown’s historic town square Media selects available here. Photo credit: Rudy Ximenez Visit poppy.georgetown.org for more updates and information. # # # About Georgetown, Texas Established in 1848 as an agricultural trading center, Georgetown, Texas offers historic charm to residents and visitors, boasting one of the state’s 26 designated cultural districts and “The Most Beautiful Town Square in Texas.” Georgetown is also home of acclaimed historic restorations and a thriving arts scene. Georgetown is located 25 miles north of Austin, Texas and is the county seat of Williamson County. With a vibrant offering of dining, shopping, art and history, plus miles of parks and trails, Georgetown is the perfect destination for a quick getaway or long-term stay. For more information, visit the website and follow on Facebook, Instagram and X.