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Splash Bash makes a splash in Bastrop: See the best photos

Water battles, family games, music and food were all on the agenda Friday evening as the city of Bastrop hosted its inaugural Splash Bash at Fisherman's Park.

Published June 14, 2026 at 7:03pm by Unknown Author


Firefighter Ryan Keffer cools off attendees during the Splash Bash. Terry Hagerty/Special to American-Statesman

Water battles, family games, music and food were all on the agenda Friday evening as the city of Bastrop hosted its inaugural Splash Bash at Fisherman's Park. Slides and a dunk tank were popular water attractions, and there were yard games and a bounce house for those who didn't want to get wet.

Yolanda Morales makes a bubble during the Bastrop Splash Bash on Saturday at Fisherman’s Park. Attendees enjoyed water battles, slides, deejayed music and food. Terry Hagerty/Special to American-Statesman

Bastrop City Council Member Kevin Plunkett gets dunked during the ball toss. Terry Hagerty/Special to American-Statesman

Nick Laux, left, Bastrop assistant fire chief, and firefighter Erick Johns take part in the water games during the Splash Bash. Terry Hagerty/Special to American-Statesman