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LOCKHART RISING III @ MILL SCALE METALWORKS, MAY 9th, 2026

THIRD ANNUAL LOCKHART COMMUNITY FOOD & MUSIC FESTIVAL

800 N. COMMERCE ST, LOCKHART, TX 78644

Hosted by Daniel Vaughn of TX Monthly

Saddle up folks - we’re heading to Lockhart Rising III, happening May 9th in Lockhart, Texas at Mill Scale Metalworks!

The event features a family-friendly atmosphere with a deep roster of chefs and pitmasters cooking over live fire, plus a music lineup built for staying all day and dancing your worries away. You’ll see top-tiered chefs and cooks from all across the Texas, the entire country, and even some traveling from across the pond! 

The festival directly benefits Lockhart Fire and Rescue, which turns a great day of food, music and a friendly community into something that gives back to the town hosting it.
 
Speaking of - if you’re traveling in, I highly suggest that you come early and stay late, and enjoy all that Lockhart has to offer!
 
Grab your tickets at LockhartRising.com and follow the socials for all the chefs, ambassadors, and sponsors! 

I also highly encourage you to check out MIllScale.co to learn more about what Matt and Caleb Johnson have built over the years. Mill Scale Metalworks is more than a host venue; it is part of the story. The Johnson brothers’ are a strong part of the Lockhart community, building the best handmade BBQ pits and smokers you can find - from large scale competition smokers, backyard rigs, to tailgate-friendly models like the Amigo & Scout. There truly is something for everyone, there!

Friends - if you are interested in the best Texas BBQ, live fire cooking, top notch live musical performance, a welcoming, family-friendly community and fundraising for first responders, meat (see what I did there?) us at Lockhart Rising III, and join the fun at one of the best musical and food festivals in Texas!

Get your tickets and learn more at LockhartRising.com

LR III Gate Schedule

12:30pm GATES OPEN for VIP & AMBASSADOR Wristband Holders
12:30pm Mill Scale Metalworks Ambassadors & Friends of The Fire Culinary Service Begins
1:30pm  GATES OPEN for CULINARY Wristband Holders & General Audience
4:30pm  Culinary Service Ends
6:15pm  Bar Last Call
6:30pm  GATES CLOSED
*Music Performances All Day