Bertram Oatmeal Festival

What began as a humorous take on chili cook-offs has evolved into the beloved Oatmeal Festival—an offbeat, all-day community event full of small-town charm. Held in Bertram and Oatmeal, Texas, the festival features parades, a fun run, oatmeal bake-offs, washer tournaments, a pet parade, live music, and various artisan vendors. It’s quirky, lively, and full of whimsical traditions that celebrate East Texas character.