Exterior view of Oakwood Public Market with people sitting and walking outside, modern building with large glass windows, greenery, and outdoor seating under umbrellas.

Welcome to Oakwood

From small moments to big occasions, this is the place where happy happens. 

Come by for a quiet cappuccino to start your day at The Coffee Shop, a juicy burger and thick shake at The Soda Shop or date night drinks and dinner at Oakwood Bar, then pick up a perfect little something at The Market and Over Yonder.

And be sure to bring some friends. We’ve got great views, good vibes, and plenty of room for everyone. Check back soon to see our calendar of live music and other fun events you won’t want to miss.

See y’all soon!

Quick market info

  • We are working fast and furiously to welcome everyone in very soon. Opening will be a rolling process to help our team provide the best guest experience possible.

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  • Oakwood Public Market offers a variety of dining and shopping options, all thoughtfully composed to give you a truly exceptional experience with us. Please explore our Dine and Shop pages to learn more.

  • You can find us at 2500 Beverly Drive in Dripping Springs, just off Hwy 290. We’re up on the hilltop, on the right-hand side of the highway as you’re heading west. Look for the big white barn.

  • Hours of operation will vary across each of the individual businesses located in Oakwood Public Market. Check back closer to opening for details.

  • Be sure to follow our blog for stories, recipes, special news, and more.

  • Have a comment, question or idea for us? Please contact us at hello@exploreoakwood.com, and we’ll do our best to respond within 48 hours. For media inquiries, please reach out to howdyneighbor@exploreoakwood.com.

    We look forward to hearing from you.

The Dripping Springs Story

Back in 1853, the Moss, Pound, and Wallace families set out from Mississippi and Kentucky to build a new life in Texas. They followed an old stagecoach road into Austin’s Hill Country and ultimately found a beautiful spot with flowing streams, abundant wildlife, and beautiful views. They settled in and called it home.   

By 1857, they needed a post office to support their growing community, which required them to choose a town name. Indiana “Nannie” Moss chose Dripping Springs, inspired by a particularly scenic spot along a local aquifer. Interestingly, this spot was a frequent gathering place for the Tonkawa Indians, who first inhabited the area. The tribe was comprised of several smaller bands, with Tonkawa meaning “they all stay together.” 

Dripping Springs’ location on the Austin-to-Fredericksburg road made it a convenient and popular stopping point, attracting visitors, business people, and ultimately, more residents. After a brief population decline during the Great Depression, Dripping Springs picked back up and has grown steadily ever since.

Today, Dripping Springs is affectionately nicknamed the “Gateway to Hill Country.” While it has evolved with time, the town has held onto its quiet charm, pretty vistas, and welcoming nature, making it a wonderful place to live and visit. 

At Oakwood Public Market, we hope to embody a bit of this remarkable history. Inspired by our founders’ pioneering spirit, we imagined – and built – a new “home away from home” for our community. We welcome our neighbors and friends to the Market as a place to gather and “stay together,” as the Tonkawa did. And we value the deep goodness and natural beauty of Hill Country life, which we hope you’ll experience through Oakwood’s heartfelt service and thoughtful offerings. 

If you’re new to Drip’ (as the locals call it), welcome! We hope you’ll love it here as much as we do. And if you’re one of those locals - Go Tigers!