This year we have the pleasure of hosting the 2024 McDade Watermelon Festival Queen’s Coronation ceremony!
Last year’s queens will be passing the crown to this year’s queens. The 2024 Watermelon Queens are below.
Back left is Ellen Caroll, Teenage Queen; back right Kassidy Munzer, Junior Miss Queen; front middle is Scarlett Munzer, Tiny Tot Queen.
This event is free and open to the public for all to meet the new McDade Watermelon Queens. We will have live music by the Shop Dawgz before and after the event so come on out and stay for the day!
We are an award-winning Texas winery, craft brewery, and kitchen. We are family and pet friendly. Join us for this long-standing McDade tradition!
Wine Club Summer 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.
Have you ever wanted to make your own jewelry? If you have, come out and learn how to perfect the craft with a local jewelry designer! You will select from an assortment of semi-precious stones. Once you have made your selection Robyn will lead you through the basics of wire wrapping. You will learn tools of the trade, create a pendent and necklace with matching earrings. At the end of class you will walk away with a wearable piece of art.
See the link below to get your ticket today.
Be sure to check our Facebook events page for more details and for photos of Pebbles and Knots’ unique pieces.
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Join us for Cinco Weekend May 4-5th this year for taco pizzas, live music, and drink specials!
We have live music with Elisa Jade Peña on Saturday, May 4th from 4-7pm. Elisa has a beautiful voice and can sing a range of genres! She will be bringing a Tejano flare to her performance to celebrate Cinco Weekend!
Saturday and Sunday we will have the following specials:
$10 Taco Pizzas, $5 Micheladas, $5 Wine-O-Ritas
We also have $3 mocktails and sodas so the whole family can enjoy the Cinco celebration.
Come out and celebrate Cinco de Mayo with us this year!
Saturday Hours: 12-9pm; Music 4-7pm; kitchen closes at 8:30pm
Sunday Hours: 12-6pm; kitchen closes at 5:30pm
Join us for a special Mother’s Day Brunch that promises to be an unforgettable celebration! Treat the amazing moms in your life to a delightful experience, complete with a complimentary mimosa for each mom to enjoy.
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The atmosphere will be filled with live music all day.
Tickets are available for $25 online and $30 at the door—but hurry! A limited number of tickets will be available at the door, and we want to ensure plenty of food for all guests who purchase in advance.
Brunch includes: scrambled eggs, bacon, ham, fried potatoes, chicken fajitas, rice, beans, tortillas, and all the fixings. We’ll have a great variety for all tastes!
Our kitchen will also remain open with alternative menu options for regular service.
This event is popular and sure to sell out quickly, so don’t delay—purchase your tickets now to ensure a memorable day for all the special mothers in your life!
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Join us this Memorial Day for a special treat!
Our doors are open 11am-6pm to welcome you and your loved ones for a day of great food and fun. Indulge in our delicious $15 burger and beer (or house wine) special. We have our full kitchen menu available 11am-5:30pm and we have something good for the whole family!
Our atmosphere is family-friendly, so bring the whole gang along for a memorable day of relaxation and enjoyment. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Get ready for a night of fun, laughter, and dancing at our Barn Dance Night. Join us on Friday, May 24th from 6-9pm for an unforgettable evening filled with country music by the Jam Room Band. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or a beginner, this Barn Dance Night is the perfect place to let loose and create beautiful memories with your partner or friends. Don’t miss out on this exciting event – grab your tickets now and get ready to two-step the night away!
This event is free! We will have $3 specials on our Dube Moon beer and our House-Made Sangria. We will have our full beer, wine, and mocktail menu available at regular price.
We are family friendly for this event!
Free loaded nacho bar for our dancers till we run out!
Join us for live music with the LTD’s from 4-7pm! The LTD’s are local rockstars in our area and they are always a good time.
Enjoy a glass of award-winning wine, craft beer, and delicious food from our kitchen while experiencing this phenomenal band!
Join us on Sunday, April 26th, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. for this exciting yearly tradition featuring the beautiful scenery and landscape of the vineyard. This is an event our community looks forward to every year — and 2026 will be better than ever!
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Best of all, it’s just a hop, sip, and a jump from Austin — close enough for an easy Sunday morning drive, but far enough to feel like a relaxing getaway.
Rising Sun Vineyard takes great pride in its rich Basque heritage, crafting unique and beautiful wines rooted in old-country traditions. The rolling views and peaceful setting make the course memorable and the post-race celebration even sweeter.
Whether you’re looking to:
• 🏃♂️ Run
• 🚶♀️ Walk
• 🍷 Enjoy incredible wine
• 🍺 Or sip on a cold beer (yes, we have beer too!)
This annual event is a sure thing for a great time and an unforgettable experience.
Invite your friends, bring your family, and come be part of the tradition. We can’t wait to see you there!
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Join us for a great musical performance by Larry Wilson, who you may also know as the owner of Larryland Music store in Bastrop, TX. Larry is a wonderful performer and often brings friends along to jam with him. Having Larry on our stage is always a treat!
Enjoy our award winning wines or house-crafted beer and our monthly kitchen special while you listen to Larry play.
