Founders Day 2025: A Weekend That Reminded Us Why We Love Dripping Springs
Every spring, Dripping Springs transforms into a vibrant celebration of heritage, community, and Texas Hill Country pride with its annual Founders Day Festival. This year, from April 25–27, we at NestHaven had the opportunity to take part in the festivities—and it truly reminded us why we’re so proud to call this community home.
From the lively parade and music-filled streets to the incredible local food and family fun, Founders Day 2025 was everything we love about Dripping Springs, all packed into one unforgettable weekend.
A Celebration Full of Heart (and Elvis)
The weekend kicked off Friday night with the Founders Day Parade down historic Mercer Street. This year’s theme—“Viva Las Drippin’!”—brought the energy, with bedazzled floats, show-stopping costumes, and even a few Elvis impersonators dancing through town. As the parade passed right by our office on Mercer, we saw firsthand the smiles, cheers, and community spirit that make events like this so special.
Throughout the weekend, we soaked in all the Founders Day fun:
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Live music from local bands kept the vibe going strong across multiple stages
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The Carnival lit up the evenings with classic rides, games, and just the right amount of nostalgia
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More than 150 artisan booths lined the streets with handcrafted jewelry, home décor, and Hill Country treasures
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And the food? Smoked brisket, spicy tacos, lemonade, funnel cakes—yes, we tried it all
NestHaven on Mercer: Raffles, Refreshments, and Real Connections
One of our favorite parts of the weekend was opening up our NestHaven office on Saturday to welcome the community. We offered light refreshments, cold drinks, and our biggest raffle yet—featuring a pizza oven and starter kit to kick off someone’s ultimate pizza night.
Thanks to our friends at Slice Street Pizza, we were also able to include a free pizza-making class in the prize package, adding even more flavor (and fun) to the giveaway. It was such a joy to connect with neighbors, clients, and first-time visitors alike—every laugh, every chat, every shared story reminded us of how lucky we are to be part of this community.
While our office was closed on Sunday, we stayed involved by offering complimentary coffee and donuts during the community-wide church service. It was our small way of starting the day with warmth, gratitude, and togetherness.
Supporting the Heart of the Festival
We were especially honored this year to sponsor the Founders Day VIP Tent, where local leaders, organizers, and supporters gathered to take in the festivities. Being able to contribute to the comfort and celebration of those who help make this event possible meant so much to us. At NestHaven, we believe in showing up—not just with words, but with action—and the VIP Tent was one more way we could help support the people and passion behind Founders Day.
Why Founders Day Means So Much to Us
As local business owners and proud members of this town, we love how Founders Day keeps its small-town heart even as it grows. From student volunteers to families running booths, the weekend is a true reflection of the people who make Dripping Springs so special.
Even better? The festival gives back—proceeds support youth programs, schools, and local nonprofits. It’s fun with purpose, and we’re honored to be a part of it.
A Few Things We Learned for Next Year:
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Get to the parade early—it fills up fast!
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Bring comfy shoes and stay hydrated (spring in Texas doesn’t mess around)
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Use the free shuttle from the high school—it was a game-changer
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And definitely don’t skip the food tents—the best bites often come from the smallest vendors
Until Next Year...
Founders Day 2025 was one for the books. It reminded us of everything we cherish about this town: the people, the passion, and the pride. We’re already looking forward to next year and hope you’ll stop by and celebrate with us again.
From all of us at NestHaven—thank you for making this community so special.
