Crawfish Boils Near Austin & The Texas Hill Country - Spring 2025
Where to Catch a Crawfish Boil This Spring—Your Hill Country Guide to Mudbugs, Music, and Community Fun
Crawfish season is officially underway, and across the Texas Hill Country, you’ll find no shortage of backyard vibes, good eats, and local events that bring people together. From Driftwood to Jonestown, Dripping Springs to Austin, we’ve rounded up some of the best crawfish boils happening this spring. Whether you’re here for the food, the music, or the cause—it’s a great excuse to get outside and connect with the community.
Here’s where to find the spice:
8th Annual Crawfish Boil – Driftwood, TX
April 5, 2025
Private residence near Salt Lick – address provided after registration
An outdoor fundraiser and spring tradition benefitting our local Texas Game Wardens through SCI Austin and Gear Up for Game Wardens. Expect live music from Charles Thibodeaux & the Austin Cajun Aces and Soleil Coucher, plus a full food lineup including pit-roasted pig, duck gumbo, Cajun fried turkey, venison sausage, and of course, classic crawfish with all the fixins.
Firearm raffles, auctions, family-friendly games, and drinks (including Hurricanes from One Shot Distillery) round out the experience.
Tickets: $50 adults, $20 youth (early bird through March 1)
Contact: Steph – (512) 694-0387
Jonestown Cajun Fest – Jonestown, TX
April 5, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Jones Brothers Park, 10301 W Lakeside Dr, Jonestown
This family-friendly lakeside festival includes crawfish & shrimp by Hoodoo Crawfish, live Zydeco music throughout the day, crawfish races, eating contests, a reptile show, food trucks, vendors, and even helicopter rides.
Admission: Free | Parking: $5
St. Elmo Brewing Crawfish Boil – Austin, TX
April 6, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
8110 Springdale Rd., Austin
A favorite for East Austin foodies, this event features crawfish from Spicy Boys (2 lbs of crawfish + 3 lbs of fixins for $29.99), and live music from Charles Thibodeaux and the Austin Cajun Aces. Crawfish goes on sale at noon—get there early.
Admission: Free
Riley’s Tavern Crawfish Boil – New Braunfels, TX
April 12, 2025 | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
8894 FM 1102, New Braunfels
This Hill Country tradition brings together great Zydeco, cold drinks, and fresh Louisiana crawfish in a casual, come-as-you-are atmosphere. Jean Pierre and the Zydeco Angels keep the music going all evening.
Admission: Free | Crawfish sold on-site
Dripping Springs Ag Boosters Annual Crawfish Boil – Dripping Springs, TX
May 10, 2025 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Dripping Springs Ranch Park, 1042 Event Center Dr.
An annual fundraiser supporting local 4H and FFA programs. Enjoy a full boil dinner, community-driven auctions, and an opportunity to support the next generation of agricultural leaders.
Tickets: $50 boil plate | $20 non-boil plate
Sponsorship opportunities are available, including title sponsorships, table sponsors, and auction donations.
For more information, contact:
Shauna – (512) 638-7526
Lindsey – (361) 522-8733
Blue Owl Brewing Crawfish Boil – Austin, TX
April 26, 2025 | 12:00 PM – Until Sold Out
2400 E Cesar Chavez St, Ste 300, Austin
Blue Owl Brewing teams up with Hoodoo Crawfish for a relaxed, flavorful Saturday. Known for their sour-mashed beers, Blue Owl pairs perfectly with Hoodoo’s bold crawfish seasoning.
Admission: Free | Food and drinks available for purchase
Whether you're showing up to the boil or dreaming of hosting your own in a backyard made for gathering, we’re here to help you find the right place to call home.
We know the Hill Country—its neighborhoods, its people, and what makes it special this time of year.
The Gabriel Team
Serving the Texas Hill Country
