The Buda Economic Development Corporation (Buda EDC) announced that The Roundabout in Buda, an 18-acre, nine-building community-focused development on Ranch to Market 967, will host a community shovel ceremony on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. The event celebrates the construction already underway at the site. Developer Tim Dowling and Buda Capital Partners will be joined by Mayor Lee Urbanovsky, City Manager Micah Grau, and Buda EDC CEO Jennifer Storm. The development is made possible through an incentive between the City of Buda and the Buda EDC, and is designed to fill a growing demand for a central place where residents can connect, relax, and build community.
Unlike traditional retail centers or strip malls, The Roundabout is intentionally walkable, shaped around a signature circular promenade that integrates retail, dining, office space, trails, patios, playgrounds, and inviting outdoor areas into a seamless, community-centric experience. The development is located on Ranch to Market 967, just a mile from Downtown Buda, along the I-35 corridor between Austin and San Marcos. It is surrounded by almost 9,000 homes and is already 51% pre-leased. Anchors include M. McCall's Pub and a Moontower-style entertainment venue, both run by Buda Capital Partners. Future tenants La Ola Pop Shop and Trianon Coffee will serve refreshments at the ceremony.
"The dirt has already started moving, but today is about the community that made this possible," said Dowling. "It's an incentive-backed project, supported by the City of Buda and the Buda EDC." Jennifer Storm, Chief Executive Officer for the Buda Economic Development Corporation, added, "This project is a true reflection of what the people of Buda have been asking for: a place where the community can thrive. The Roundabout enhances quality of life while honoring the heritage that makes Buda special."
As Buda continues to experience high population growth, residents have expressed a strong desire for a true community gathering place where families, friends, and neighbors can come together, not just to shop and dine, but to spend time, celebrate, and connect. The Roundabout was created to meet that need, delivering family-focused amenities such as pickleball, volleyball, live music, and kids' play areas. The development is designed to be a multiuse destination that will serve residents and visitors, supporting economic growth in the city for generations to come.
"Buda's evolution calls for intentional spaces that bring people together, and The Roundabout development is focused on creating a community-gathering environment," said Dowling. "At the same time, the people-forward design was intentionally created to stand the test of time."
The event will take place at 1141 RM 967, Buda, Texas. Members of the media are welcome. For more information about The Roundabout in Buda, available property spaces, or partnership opportunities, visit RoundaboutInBuda.com or contact Tim Dowling. The Buda Economic Development Corporation champions commerce and community by fostering a business-friendly culture that advances bold ideas, drives innovation, and honors Buda's rich heritage. Learn more at www.budaedc.com.
