The Easter Fires of Fredericksburg Pageant
Apr 4 2026 - 10:00pm
A Rekindled Tradition: History, Legend, and Hill Country Heritage
Celebrate the 138th anniversary of the Gillespie County Fair with the return of the Easter Fires of Fredericksburg Pageant. This beloved living-history event brings to life a unique local legend dating back to 1847.
- When: Easter Eve, Saturday, April 4, 2026
- Time: Program begins at dusk (approximately 8:00 PM)
- Where: Gillespie County Fair Grounds
- The Legend: While pioneers negotiated a peace treaty with the Comanche, mothers calmed their children’s fears of hilltop signal fires by telling them the "Easter Bunnies" were boiling wildflowers to dye eggs.
- What to Expect: A grand performance featuring a cast of hundreds—including pioneers, Native Americans, and dozens of residents in iconic bunny costumes—telling the story of the Meusebach-Comanche Treaty and the founding of Fredericksburg.
- Tickets: Box seats and general admission available (Check Gillespie County Fair website for 2026 pricing updates).
Don't miss the fire on the hills this Easter! Experience this rare Hill Country tradition and book your Fredericksburg Stays vacation rental today for the ultimate holiday getaway.