
Upcoming events.

Watermelon Fest BBQ cookoff
Catch Us at the 77th McDade Watermelon Festival!
Join us July 11th & 12th for McDade’s iconic Watermelon Festival!
We’ll be there all day Saturday serving up crowd favorites like Vino Sandia (watermelon wine), Watermelon Coolers, Sangria, Watermelon Seltzer, and our homemade Root Beer!
Don’t miss the Friday night street dance, and come back Saturday for the parade and full festival fun.
Join us for live music with Ben Zuniga from 4-7pm at Rising Sun Vineyard after the Watermelon festival.

Live Music with Ben Zuniga
Join us for live music with Ben Zuniga from 4-7pm at Rising Sun Vineyard after the Watermelon festival. Ben is a local favorite singer/songwriter who plays wonderful classic Americana music.
Come on out to enjoy a glass of award winning wine or house-crafted beer if you’re in the Bastrop or McDade area for a beautiful countryside view with a groovy performance.

Live Music with JustHannah
Live Music with JustHannah
Join us from 2-5pm for an unforgettable afternoon of live music. Bring the whole family, leashed pets welcome, too! Restaurant and Brewery open.

Family Pizza Night
Start your weekend early with a delicious, handmade pizza for just $10! Bring the whole family and soak in the beautiful vineyard views while the kids play and you relax with a cold craft beer in hand. Good food, great brews, and even better company—see you there!
Free parking and leashed pups are welcome.

Live Music with David & Alana Adams
Live Music with David & Alana- McDade TX
Join us for a fun evening of live music with local duo David & Alana! You may know David from The Shop Dawgz—this time he’s performing alongside his wife for a special show you won’t want to miss.
Enjoy award-winning wine from our 6-acre vineyard, craft beer from Yegua Creek Brewery, and delicious food from our full kitchen.

Live Music with Jack Fister
Live Music with Jack Fister – Yegua Creek Brewery
Join us on Thursday, June 20 from 2 PM to 5 PM for live music by Jack Fister, a local musician from Elgin, Texas. Jack plays a blend of rock and country-blues inspired by classic artists like Townes Van Zandt, Hank Williams Sr., and Lightnin’ Hopkins.

Bingo Night- Christmas in July
🎉 BINGO Night at Yegua Creek Brewery 🎉
Join us every last Friday of the month for one of our most exciting events — BINGO at the Brewery! 🍷🌅

Schnauzer Palooza
🐾 Schnauzer Palooza is coming to the brewery! 🐾
Join the fun as Schnauzers of Taylor hosts their ticketed gathering right here at our brewery — all while raising funds for Miniature Schnauzer Rescue of Houston and Fuzzy Texas Rescue of Dallas.
Expect adorable pups, a schnauzer-loving community, and a beautiful backdrop for a day of tail-wagging fun!
🎟 This is a private, ticketed event. Please visit the official event page for full details and to purchase tickets:
schnauzer-palooza.ticketleap.events
We can’t wait to welcome you (and your schnauzers)!

Live Music with Tommy Schaper
Live Music with Tommy Schaper – July 26th
Join us on Saturday, July 26th, from 4–7 PM for an afternoon of live music with Tommy Schaper. Enjoy his mix of country, blues, and rock in a relaxed vineyard setting. Grab a glass of award-winning wine, try a craft beer, and enjoy food from our kitchen while listening to great music.

Live Music with Paul Finley
Join us on Sunday, July 27th 2pm-5pm for live music with Paul Finley, a Texas-based singer-songwriter performing a mix of Americana, country, and folk.
Enjoy wine, craft beer, and food from our kitchen while you relax and listen to the music.

Family Pizza Night
Start your weekend early with a delicious, handmade pizza for just $10!
Bring the whole family and soak in the beautiful brewery views while the kids play and you relax with a cold craft beer in hand .
Good food, great brews, and even better company—see you there!
Free parking and leashed pups are welcome.

Live Music with Clint Nygard
Join us this weekend on Day and date for an incredible performance by local country artist Clint Nygard from 2–5 PM!
Relax at our beautiful Vineyard, nestled in the heart of Bastrop County, just a short drive from Bastrop, Elgin, and Manor.
Sip on award-winning wine, enjoy freshly brewed craft beer, and savor delicious bites from our full food menu—all while soaking in the live music vibes.
Family-friendly | Leashed pets welcome
Mark your calendars and bring your friends for an unforgettable afternoon!

Live Music with Marshall Hood
Marshall Hood is taking the stage from 4-7pm with his funky Americana tunes and amazing guitar skills! Enjoy his timeless tunes on our decorated live music stage. Enjoy an award-winning wine or a glass of cold craft beer while you take in a beautiful afternoon music performance.

Yoga & Wine
Relax, stretch, and sip at our monthly Yoga in the Vines session—held the first Saturday of each month. Enjoy an early afternoon yoga class followed by a complimentary glass of wine at Rising Sun Vineyard. All levels welcome!

Red, White, & Brew
Red, White, & Brew
Join us for the 4th of July celebration! Celebrate the holiday with a day full of flavor and fun at our Red, White, and Brew event! Join us 11 AM to 9 PM for a festive afternoon featuring a delicious food plate of pulled pork, fresh corn, and sweet watermelon — all for just $10.50.
Sip and relax with your choice of House Red, House White, or House Brew for only $5.00.
We’ll also have raffle prizes throughout the day, so be sure to stick around for your chance to win!
Bring the whole family — this event is family-friendly and leashed pets are welcome too.
Enjoy great food, refreshing drinks, and good company at Rising Sun Vineyard and Yegua Creek Brewery.

Family Pizza Night
Start your weekend early with a delicious, handmade pizza for just $10! Bring the whole family and soak in the beautiful vineyard views while the kids play and you relax with a cold craft beer in hand. Good food, great brews, and even better company—see you there!
Free parking and leashed pups are welcome.

Live Music with JustHannah
Live Music with JustHannah
Join us from 2-5pm for an unforgettable afternoon of live music. Bring the whole family, leashed pets welcome, too! Restaurant and Brewery open.

Live Music with David Touchton
Join us for live music with country singer, David Touchton. Enjoy a soulful country music experience that is sure to leave you wanting to hear more.
We are an award-winning Texas vineyard, winery, and brewery with a full kitchen in beautiful Bastrop county. We are family and leashed-pet friendly so you can bring the whole crew!

Bingo Night
🎉 BINGO Night at Yegua Creek Brewery 🎉
Join us every last Friday of the month for one of our most exciting events — BINGO at the Brewery! 🍷🌅

Wine Club Pickup Party
Wine Club members can come pick up their quarterly boxes anytime between 11-6pm on Sunday, June 22nd* and receive a complementary glass of wine and a free plate of food**
Food is served at 2pm and music by Sophia Johnson is from from 2-5pm
*if you are not able to make it to the pickup party, please email wineclub@risingsunvineyard.com with the time/date you will be able to pick your box up. Boxes will be shipped to your address on file 2 weeks after the pickup party if we do not hear from you.
**complimentary glasses are only given out at the pickup party. Guests are welcome to join the party with members but must pay an additional $20/plate and must purchase their own wine.

Live Music with Bob Rose
Join us for live music with Rockin’ Bob Rose! Bob has been a regular in the Texas Music scene since the ’70’s, playing with artists like Billy Joe Shaver and Junior Brown. Bob brings his experience at notable Austin venues like the Continental Club, Liberty Lunch, and Antone’s to our live music stage here in McDade and we couldn’t be more excited!
Enjoy his music with a glass of award-winning Texas wine, craft beer, homemade rootbeer, or mocktail and a hot meal from our kitchen!
We are family and pet friendly.

Live Music with Sydney Ann Conklin
Sydney Ann Conklin is a captivating and growing force in the music scene, enchanting audiences with her hauntingly beautiful melodies and murder ballads. Hailing from New Orleans, Louisiana, Sydney discovered her love for the eerie allure of the paranormal and the storytelling prowess of music. Infusing her music with a touch of the supernatural, Sydney creates a spellbinding atmosphere that transports listeners to another time and place.
Enjoy this musical performance with a glass of award-winning Texas wine, craft beer, homemade rootbeer, or mocktail and a hot meal from our kitchen! We are family and pet friendly.

Live Music with Ben Zuniga
Join us for live music with Ben Zuniga from 4-7pm at Rising Sun Vineyard. Ben is a local favorite singer/songwriter who plays wonderful classic Americana music.
Come on out to enjoy a glass of award winning wine or house-crafted beer if you’re in the Bastrop or McDade area for a beautiful countryside view with a groovy performance.

Live Music with Nicole Ridgwell
Nicole is a talented musician with great songs and a happy aura. Raised in the west and currently based in Texas hill country, she was brought up on her mom’s folk and her dad’s blues. She started touring across the country as a child, traveling abroad with various bands playing violin, singing, and writing songs on her acoustic guitar.
Enjoy with a glass of our award-winning Texas wine, craft beer, homemade rootbeer or mocktail and a hot meal from our kitchen. We are a family and pet friendly establishment.

National Best Friend Day!
Grab your bestie(s) and celebrate National Best Friend’s Day at Rising Sun Vineyard and Yegua Creek Brewery!
We are family and pet friendly so whether you have a long time bestie, a little bestie, or a furry bestie, all are welcome on National Best Friend’s Day!

Yoga & Wine
Join us for a 45-minute all-level yoga class with a certified instructor in our estate vineyard. After the class, enjoy a complimentary glass of house wine, specialty drink, or beer! We will be practicing rain or shine (in the event of rain, we will move practice to our pavilion).
Bring your own mat!

Live Music w/ Tommy Schauper
Join us for live music with Tommy Schauper from 4-7pm!
Enjoy a glass of award-winning wine, craft beer, and delicious food from our kitchen while experiencing this phenomenal performance!

Bingo Night
🎉 BINGO Night at Yegua Creek Brewery 🎉
Join us every last Friday of the month for one of our most exciting events — BINGO at the Brewery! 🍷🌅

Live Music with JustHannah
Live Music with JustHannah
Join us from 2-5pm for an unforgettable afternoon of live music. Bring the whole family, leashed pets welcome, too! Restaurant and Brewery open.

Live Music with David & Alana Adams
Join us for live music with local duo David & Alana
On a vineyard with award-winning wines and craft beers in our sister brewery, Yegua Creek with a full-service kitchen with a variety of food. This is a free event with free parking.
Family and pet friendly.

Strictly Bluegrass
Join us for Strictly Bluegrass on May 18 at Yegua Creek Brewery & Rising Sun Vineyard — a free, family-friendly day of live bluegrass music, craft beer, wine, and down-home Texas vibes. Featuring Tim Shelton Syndicate and Randy Collier & Grassland!

Mothers Day Brunch Sunday May 11
Mother’s Day Brunch – May 12 | 12–3 PM
Celebrate Mom with live music, a delicious brunch, and a complimentary mimosa for every mom! Just a short drive from Austin, it’s the perfect day trip to do something truly special. Tickets are $25 online and $30 at the door (limited availability). This popular event sells out fast—reserve your spot today to guarantee food and fun for the whole family.

Wine &. Chocolate & Jewelry Making Class
Come join us for a fun and fabulous class where we’ll craft wire-wrapped necklace and earrings- perfect for gifting right in time for Mother’s Day.
Enjoy a pairing of wine and chocolate as you create something beautiful with your own hands.
Located in McDade, Tx. All jewelry supplies, wine, and chocolate included! Class guided by Robyn of Pebbles and Knots.

Live Music with Phil & Carrie Hurley
Live music with Phil & Carrie Hurley at Yegua Creek Brewery this Saturday, May 4 from 4–7 PM! Enjoy soulful Americana, stunning vineyard views, craft beer, and our Cinco de Mayo taco pizza + beer special for just $15. A perfect countryside escape!

Live Music With Ben Zuniga
Just 30 Minutes from Austin – Live Music & Local Flavor
Join us at Rising Sun Vineyard for live music with Ben Zuniga, a local Americana favorite, from 4–7 PM. Enjoy award-winning wine, house-crafted beer, and bold New Mexico-inspired dishes from our full on-site restaurant. Nestled just off the 290 corridor, we’re the perfect day trip for a relaxing countryside escape.

Live Music with JustHannah
Live Music with JustHannah
Join us from 2-5pm for an unforgettable afternoon of live music. Bring the whole family, leashed pets welcome, too! Restaurant and Brewery open.

Live Music with Tommy Schauper
🎸🎤 Live Music with Tommy Schauper & The LTD's 🎶✨
Get ready for a rockin’ good time! Join us from 4-7pm for an unforgettable live performance by Tommy Schauper & The LTD’s – your local rockstars who know how to bring the energy! 🤩🎸
Sip on award-winning wine 🍷, taste our craft beer 🍺, and indulge in delicious food from our kitchen 🍽️ while jamming out to this phenomenal band. It’s the perfect recipe for an afternoon of fun, flavor, and fantastic music!
🎶 Don’t miss it – it’s going to be a blast! 🎉

Yoga and Wine
🧘♀️🍷 Yoga in the Vineyard 🌿☀️
Stretch, sip, and soak in the serenity at Rising Sun Vineyard! Join us for a relaxing 45-minute all-level yoga class right in the heart of our beautiful estate vineyard. 🌸🍇
After class, reward yourself with a complimentary glass of wine or beer of your choice — because you’ve earned it! 🍷🍺✨
🌧️ Rain or shine, we’ve got you covered — if the skies open up, we’ll move our flow to the pavilion so you can still zen out in comfort.
🧘 Don’t forget your mat!
🎟️ Tickets: $20
Includes the yoga class + a refreshing glass of wine or beer. The perfect blend of wellness and winery vibes!

Bingo Night
🎉 BINGO Night at Rising Sun Vineyard! 🎉
Join us every last Friday of the month for one of our most exciting events — BINGO at the Vineyard! 🍷🌅
Grab your besties, bring your game face (and maybe your lucky underwear 🍀👙), and get ready for a night full of laughs, prizes, and good vibes! 🎁💃
🎟️ BINGO cards are just 1 for $5 or 3 for $10, and every player gets access to our FREE loaded nacho bar 🧀🌶️🥑 — yep, we’re talking snack heaven while you play your way to victory!
🔥 Don’t miss out — it’s always a full house. Come for the wine, stay for the BINGO!

CLOSED EASTER SUNDAY
We will be closed on Easter Sunday to spend the day with family. Be blessed!
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