The Wimberley Institute of Cultures will host its annual Pie Social on Saturday, April 18.
This year’s event will be held in partnership with the EmilyAnn Theater Butterfly Festival and will feature a special butterfly release at 12:30 p.m. Attendance is free with plenty of free parking available in the Community Center parking lot.
The family-friendly event will include live animal visits from Mini Equine 2 U and Freedom Canines Int’l, along with children’s games, a cornhole tournament, hot dogs and plenty of homemade pie.
The highlight of the day is the annual pie competition. Winners in five categories—cream, fruit, nut, savory and children’s (baked by participants age 12 and under)—will be announced at 1 p.m., followed immediately by a live auction of the winning pies.
Additionally, this year guests can participate in a silent auction featuring the museum’s most popular Heritage Pies, which will conclude at 2 p.m. A raffle will offer additional items and experiences throughout the afternoon.
The Pie Social is one of the Institute’s annual fundraisers, with all proceeds supporting the maintenance and preservation of the Wimberley Valley Museum.
Organizers say the event offers a chance for the community to gather and enjoy a tradition that harkens back to a simpler time.
“This is a wonderful way for families and friends to spend the day together while supporting the museum,” organizers said. “We invite everyone to come out, enjoy butterflies and a slice of pie. Come celebrate with us!”
The Pie Social will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the Wimberley Valley Museum grounds, 14068 Ranch Road 12.
For more information, visit the Wimberley Institute of Cultures at www.wimwic.org.
