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2025
HILL COUNTRY FESTIVALS & MAJOR EVENTS
Life in the Texas Hill Country seems at times like a continuing festival. Just look at the list below of major events & festivals throughout our area. The range of themes is as varied as the locations.
The Calendar below is just for festivals & featured, major events, but only in the Hill Country. It is not for events outside our geographic area. See area definition at: Hill Country Region
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Jan 1, 2025 - HOLIDAY LIGHTS ON THE LLANO: Junction, at Junction City, 201 Holdsworth Drive Park. A picturesque setting for the holidays with beautifully lit trees along the banks of the Llano River Free, annual event. 325-446-3190, Web
Jan 1, 2025 - CHRISTMAS LIGHTS: Comfort, at Crumbling Castle, 571 FM-289. 6-10p. A dazzling holiday light park, located just north of Boerne. Drive through 30+ acres of Texas hill country illuminated into a magical forest - with idyllic holiday scenes, fairy tale sculptures, and thousands of wrapped trees and lights to enchant one and all. We're a family-owned business thrilled to share with you our dream of lighting up the holiday season. So bundle up and come on out to see the lights! Annual event. Admission: $41/vehicle. Web, info@crumblingcastlelights.com
Jan 1, 2025 - EISBAHN OUTDOOR ICE SKATING: Fredericksburg, at Marktplatz, Kinderhalle Pavilion, 100 block of W Main, the downtown square at corner of W Main and N Adams. Marktplatz will be holiday decorated. Have fun and exercise skating. Open daily, Mon-Fri: 4-8p; Sat: 10a-10p; Sun: 1-8p. Hours vary on holidays. Day pass: $15. Includes skate rental. Closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. 830-997-6597. Web
Jan 1, 2025 - POLAR BEAR SPLASH: Kyle, at James Adkins Pool, 1100 W Center Street, 10a-11a. Free, family event. Light refreshments. Weather dependent. Spectators are encouraged and welcome to attend for free. You can also join the exclusive Polar Bear Club and get your name on the plaque for taking the splash, with $25 registration required. 512-262-3939, Web

Jan 1, 2025 - HAIR OF THE DOG DAY: Gruene, at Gruene Hall, 1281 Gruene Road. Noon-8p. Free live entertainment all day. Kick off the new year right with free live music will that cure all that ails you from the night (or year) before! 830-629-5077. Web
Jan 1, 2025 - YOGA + POLAR PLUNGE: New Braunfels, at Cation on the Guadalupe, 760 E Mather Street. 10a-p. Yoga Studio Onr will take you through a series of warming breath-work, intention setting, and an all-levels yoga and movement flow. And don't worry about being cold, trust us, she'll get cha all warmed up! Then we will all jump in the Guadalupe river to reset, wash away what no longer serves us from 2022 and get ready for a new year and new intentions in 2023! Then stick around for food, fellowship, and lots of family-friendly activities! Jumpy houses, food trucks, coffee bar, vendors, kids' obstacle course, face painting. Annual community event. Parking: Free. Admission: Free but reservation ticket required at Reservation; Event Web
Jan 1, 2025 - BLUE HOLE POLAR BEAR PLUNGE & 5K: Wimberley, at Blue Hole Regional Park, 100 Blue Hole Lane. 10a-2p. Celebrate the New Year! This action packed event is fun for the whole family! Tickets cover your admission to the 5K, a special edition Blue Hole Polar Bear Plunge T-shirt, and a swag bag! If you are just plunging, you do not need a ticket. We will have a fire at our fire pit, hot drinks, and music! Make sure to bring a change of clothes and a towel. Cost: $25/p. Annual event. More detail and ticket website
Jan 1, 2025 - POLAR BEAR PLUNGE: Castell. Gather at the Castell General Store, 19522 RR-152, prior to the plunge that will be at 10a. Celebrate New Year's Day on the Llano River. Free T-shirt. 325-247-4100. Web. Facebook

Jan 1, 2025 - RIDIN' THE RIVER COWBOY FELLOWSHIP GOAT ROPING EVENT: Bandera, at their arena, 5767 TX-173 North. 11:30a-3:30p. While many participate just for fun, the event is competitive, and the top teams can walk away with $1000 added in cash and prizes!! To participate, all you do is show up and sign up. Books open: 12:30p. Worship Service: 10:30a with lunch served in Fellowship Hall: 11:30a. This outdoor, family-friendly event is fun for spectators and ropers alike! 830-460-0710. Event Web, Host Web
Jan 1, 2025 - POLAR BEAR PLUNGE: Leander, at Robin Bledsoe Pool, 601 S Bagdad. 10a. Go Bold and Get Cold. Annual event. Proceeds to Children's Advocacy Center. Parking: Free. Admission: Registration: $10/p, Spectators: Free. Tyler Brown, 512-528-2973, tbrown@leandertx.gov, Event Web; Registration
Jan 1, 2025 - POLAR PLUNGE FRIO RIVER: Concan, in northern Uvalde County at 234 RR-1050, 8 mi N of Concan, on the Frio River. From US-83, turn E on FM-1050 for .2 mi to Park Road 29 to the Park entrance. Cost: Free (except standard Park entrance fee). Annual event. 830-232-6132; Park Web, Facebook
Jan 1, 2025 - PANTHER POLAR PLUNGE: Blanco, at Terraqueous RV Resort, 895 RR-32. Annual event benefitting Blanco's American Legion Post. Parking: free, Admission: free. 830-833-4232, Sponsor Web, Benefactor Web
Jan 18, 2025 - FREDERICKSBURG BOOK FESTIVAL: Fredericksburg, at 3 locations in town. 9a-5p. 830-997-6513. Web
Jan 18, 2025 - SNOW DAY-FROSTY FUN FEST: Johnson City, at Science Mill. 844-263-6405. Web. 28 tons of real snow will be made for your little ones to enjoy!
Jan 18-19, 2025 - COUNTY GEN & MINERAL SHOW: Fredericksburg, at Gillespie County Fair Grounds, 530 Fair Dr on TX-16, 2 mi S of town. Free for all. Rocks, minerals, fossils, jewelry and lapidary equipment dealers. Free door prizes, hourly silent auction, raffle and demonstrations of rock cutting and polishing all day. A geologist available to help identify your mystery rocks. 325-248-1067. Web
Jan 18-19, 25-26, Feb 1-2, 2025 - KERRVILLE RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL: Kerrville, at River Star Arts and Event Park on the grounds of the Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 TX-27 East. 10a-5p. 214-632-5766. Web
Jan 23-25, 2025 - UVALDE COUNTY JR LIVESTOCK SHOW: Uvalde, at Uvalde County Fairplex, 215 Veterans Lane. Annual event. 830-591-9040. Host Web
Jan 25, 2025 - HILL COUNTRY INDIAN ARTIFACTS SHOW: Fredericksburg, at Lady Bird Johnson Park, Pioneer Pavilion Hall, on TX-16 S. 8a-4p. Features a wide variety of the finest Texas artifacts and arrowheads, jewelry, trade beads, books, T-Shirts, display cases, collectibles and super door prizes all day. Annual event, $5 fee. Sponsor Web. Rob Bartell, 830-626-5561
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Feb 1, 2025 - BOOTS & BBQ: Horseshoe Bay. Dance, auction, food & entertainment. 6p. Annual fundraiser for Highland Lakes CASA that provides hope to children who have been removed from their home and now live in foster care. BBQ dinner prepared by Horseshoe Bay Resort. Complimentary open bar. Live music. Silent auction and raffle items. 325-388-3440. Web
Feb 1, 2025 - CONCHO DE LAIT: Bandera, at 11th Street Cowboy Bar. 1p. This pig roast extravaganza party kicks off Cowboy Mardi Gras the right way! Doors open 1p, food served at 4p, and live music at 5p.. 830-796-4849. Sponsor Web, Event Web
Feb 2, 2025 - HILL COUNTRY TRAIL RIDE COWBOY BREAKFAST: Blanco, at Yett Memorial Park, 1813 US-281 South. 7a. Join the Trail Riders for a good old fashioned breakfast before they head out on the last leg of their ride. Sponsored by the Blanco Chamber. Breakfast by donation. Annual event. Web. See special Portal focus page on "Horseback riding in the Hill Country"

Feb 6, 2025 - ARTRAGEOUS: Kerrville, at Cailloux. 830-896-9393. Web
Feb 8, 2025 - HEALTH & WELLNESS EXPO: Bee Cave, at Central Plaza at the Galleria. Noon-6p. Explore a diverse array of local health experts, wellness products, and services designed to support your journey to a healthier, happier you. This free event is your chance to connect, learn, and revitalize—don’t miss out! Annual event. Rain or Shine. Parking & admission: Free. Web
Feb 14-15, 2025 - CHOCOLATE WALK: Boerne, historic downtown on the shop walk, 10a-5p. Collect handmade chocolates from 30+ participating merchants. Ticket required. 830-248-1635. Web
Feb 15, 2025 - WILD WEST CASINO NIGHT: Lampasas, at County Youth Livestock Center (Show Barn), 283 US-190 North. 5:30p-Midnight. Fundraiser benefitting Vision Lampasas, Chamber & Lions. Dinner: 6p; Gaming: 6:30p 512-556-5172; Web
Feb 15, 2025 - BLACK & RED BALL: Bandera, at Farm Country Club. 6p. Annual dinner and dance, live music, live and silent auctions, appetizers. Set-ups, beer, wine included. BYOB. Benefits local charity. Free parking. 210-867-4756. Event Web
Feb 20-22, 2025 - COWBOY MARDI GRAS & GUMBO COOK-OFF: Bandera, at 11th Street Cowboy Bar. World Championship Gumbo Cook-off on Saturday. Costume contest, canine costume contest, and special country and Cajun Zydeco and CW music. 830-796-4849. Sponsor Web, Chamber Web
Feb 21, 2025 - MARDI GRAS BANQUET & BALL: Blanco, at Old Blanco County Courthouse Ballroom, 300 Main Street. 6-10p. Delicious meal, cocktails live music, raffle. Costumes encouraged. Prizes. Sponsorships available. 830-833-5101, Chamber
Feb 22, 2025 - MARDI GRAS GALA: San Marcos, at Posey Meadows, 1500 Quail Run Drive. 6-11p. A time for people to get together to do great things for our community - with great food and music too! Join us for a magical night as we celebrate the Hays County Food Bank, enjoy a delicious plated dinner from local Root Cellar Catering Co. & signature drinks, live music by Sour Bridges, and much more. Don't miss out and laissez les bon temps rouler! Annual event hosted by Hays County Food Bank. Web
Feb 22, 2025 - INDIE FILM NITE & FUNDRAISER: Blanco, at Gem of the Hills, 2233 US-281 North. 6-10p. Selected short films, food, BYOB, Q & A with filmmakers. Sponsored by Hill Country Film Society. 830-833-2713. Web, Facebook
Feb 22, 2025 - VIVA LAKE TRAVIS CASINO NIGHT: Lago Vista, at K-Oaks Clubhouse, 7000 Bar K Ranch Road. 6:30-11p. $20,000 in chips included. Transforms the North Shore with the excitement and energy of high rollers. A night of electric fun and sparkling entertainment throughout the evening. Casino games such as Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, and 3 Texas Hold'em tables. Enjoy specialty hors d'oeuvres included with your ticket. Your 'winnings' provide you opportunities to win fabulous prizes. Annual fundraiser event. Parking: Free. 512-267-7952, Chamber Web
Feb 22, 2025 - MARDI GRAS PARTY AT DEVINO: Boerne, at DeVino Cellars, 1109 S Main St, Ste 101. 11a-9p. Annual event. Parking & admission: Free. Indulge in delicious food, exquisite wines, and festive vibes as they bring the spirit of New Orleans to the heart of their wine shop. Enjoy FREE tasty eats from The Ragin Cajun food truck as well from 3-6pm. Don’t miss this night of fun, flavor, and flair! 210-563-1002, Web
Feb 27, 2025 - HILL COUNTRY ECONOMIC SUMMIT: Kerrville, at Kerr County Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 TX-27 E, 1/2 mi E of VA Hospital. 8a-1:30p. As a vibrant, area business, the Kerrville Area Chamber of Commerce knows you have goals for your business and a desire to tell your story. That's why we are excited to invite you to join the annual Hill Country Economic Summit as a sponsor or participant. This will serve to bring Kerrville and the surrounding communities a current economic update and a State of the Union on important happenings within our region. Hear from renowned speakers discussing important topics you won't want to miss. 830-896-1155, Event Web
Feb 27, 2025 - MARDI GRAS MARTINIS: San Marcos, at LBJ Museum, 131 N. Guadalupe Street. 5-7p. Ticket required. Happy hour, silent auction. 512-392-4295. Web
Feb 28, 2025 - ROTARY CASINO NIGHT: San Marcos, at San Marcos Regional Airport, CAF Hanger, 2249 Airport Road. 7p. Annual event. Web
Feb 28-Mar 2, 2025 - LA PRIMAVERA BIKE RACE: Lago Vista, on Highland Lakes Dr and Boggy Ford Road loop. 8a-5p. As one of the largest road races in the region, its notably hilly 5.5 mile challenging course attracts junior, master and pro cyclists from Texas, Canada, Germany and beyond. This family-friendly event is free to the public and a great spectator sport. Bring your lawn chair and celebrate with us! Please volunteer with us at this annual event. Don: 512-441-0661, Chamber Web
QUICK CLICK INDEX BY MONTH: Jan; Feb; Mar; April; May; June; July; Aug; Sep; Oct; Nov; Dec;
Focus Topic Calendars; Top of Page & Main Menu; Submit Your Event (Free)
Mar 1, 2025 - TEXAS INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION: Hye, at Garrison Brothers Distillery, 1827 Hye Albert Road. "Salud to the Lone Star" & fundraiser supporting Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation. Annual event. 11a-5p, all ages. Features live music, food, prize drawings, competitions and exhibitions. Parking & admission: Free. 830-392-0246; Web
Mar 1, 2025 - MARDIS GRAS PARADE: San Marcos, at Historic District. Annual event. Admission: Free. Web
Mar 1, 2025 - CHILI COOK OFF: Johnson City, at First Baptist Church, 102 N Ave F and Main Street. Bake-off, Silent Auction. Entries at 4p. Judging & dinner at 5p. Baking live auction at 6p. Curbside pickup by donation from 5-6p. Supports children activities. Annual event. 830-868-7252, Quilt Guild
Mar 2, 2025 - TEXAS INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION: Gruene, at Gruene Historic District located on the banks of the Guadalupe River near New Braunfels, at 1601 Hunter Road. 3p-close. Enjoy free live music and specials on beer, dining, and merchandise at select locations. This venue is Texas' oldest continually operating dance hall, which was built in 1878 and now operates as a legendary music venue. This year will host return of Armadillo Races. Annual event. 830-629-5077. Web
Mar 3-9, 2025 - TEXAS WOOL WEEK & FESTIVAL: Bandera, at The Sheepwalk Fiber Arts Studio & Ranch, 5305 TX-173 North. 6-9p. Annual event. Classes, adventures, festival, live animals. An experience celebrating Texas wool, mohair and alpaca. 949-400-4225. Web
Mar 5 at 6p to Mar 6 at 6p, 2025 - AMPLIFY AUSTIN & TEXAS HILL COUNTRY: 6p-6p CST. Texans are passionate, driven, and generous volunteers of their time and talent. But that's not enough. The biggest challenge facing local non-profits is that they don't have enough money. They depend on these organizations to provide critical services and meet local most basic needs. At "I Live Here, I Give Here", our job is to connect you with the causes you care about and the non-profits that support them. Join 700+ area non-profits participating in Amplify, an annual online giving aimed at connecting donors with causes that make Texas a more vibrant place to live and work. Watch for focus events in our area. Please go on-line, select your target organizations, an donate safely online. 512-717-4190. Web, Facebook
Mar 8, 2025 - FREDERICKSBURG CRAB FESTIVAL: Fredericksburg, at 7905 Old San Antonio Road. Noon-4p. A casual and fun Crab Boil you do not want to miss. We drop ship Alaskan Crabs directly to our Vineyard and throw a large bash! Live Music. Full Menu. The Crab portion of the event runs until sold out. Big Beautiful Snow Crabs served with garlic butter and fixins, alongside delicious non seafood accompaniments plus beer, wine and spirits. Live local music. Tons of great drink specials! Don't worry you non-Seafood eaters - plenty of other food. Ticket required: $5-59/p. Web
Mar 8, 2025 - CAUSE FOR CELEBRATION: Horseshoe Bay, at 200 Hi Circle N. 6:30a-10:30p. Fundraiser for Phoenix Center (non-profit mental healthcare). Annual event. Evening attire; live music, entertainment, diinner, open bar. Teryl McFerrin: teryl@phoenixtx.org Phoenix Web, Host Web

Mar 12-14, 2025 - LUCK REUNION: Spicewood (at Briarcliff), at Wiiie Nelson's Luck Ranch, 1100 Bee Creek Road. 11a-Mid-Night. A chance to see 45+ performances, sample incredible food & drinks, and get up to no good on a Thursday ... if you can snag a ticket, that is. Annual event. Ticket required. 979-242--4073, Sponsor Web
Mar 15, 2025 - PICKLE FESTIVAL: New Braunfels, at Comal County Fairgrounds, 701 Common Street. 11:15a. Best local vendors to satisfy your cravings. Indulge in a wide variety of pickled treats, from classic dill pickles to unique pickle-flavored snacks like; pickle pizza, pickle chamoy, pickle snow cones, pickle beer, pickle roasted elote, pickle salsa, pickle cotton candy, freeze dried pickle items, pickle popcorn, and pickled ice cream just to name a few! Fun for whole family. Shop to you drop. Annual event. Parking: Free. Admission: Ticket required. Web
Mar 15, 2025 - BANDERA HAM RODEO: Bandera, at Mansfield Park Rodeo Arena, 2886 TX-16 North. Gates Open: 8a; Hog Catch: 9a; Opening ceremonies: 11a. Annual event. Admission: Ticket required. Produced by Bandera Wranglers: 830-460-3756, Event Web, bandera.wranglers@gmail.com
Mar 15, 2025 - BLUEBONNET AIR SHOW: Burnet, at Burnet Regional Airport, 2402 S Water St, US-281 South. 9a-4p. Free annual air show by the Highland Lakes Squadron of the Commemorative Air Force (CAF). See classic World War II aircraft and high-performance planes put on an aerial demonstration. Also visit their museum with static displays of numerous WWII (and later) aircraft, military vehicles, and wartime memorabilia. Sandy Thompson, 817-304-0393, or Vicki Thomas, 281-620-5639. Sponsor Web, Event Web, Facebook
Mar 20, 2025 - LONE STAR DISC DOGS PERFORMANCE: Bertram, at Johnnie Mae Wheeler Park, with street parking available as well as parking behind Bertram City Hall at 110 E. Vaughan Street. 10:30-11:30a. Watch these incredible dogs soar through the air, catching frisbees and performing jaw-dropping acrobatic tricks. Sponsored by Bertram Library. Parking % Admission: Free. Event Web
Mar 21, 2025 - MAGIC IN MOTOWN: Kerrville, at Tucker Hall, 320 Saint Peters St, located next to Cailloux Theater. 6-9p. Dinner and dance fundraiser with live music, silent and live auctions benefitting local non-profit Art2heart. 830-792-3338, Web

Mar 22, 2025 - BLANCO FOUNDERS DAY & STREET DANCE: Blanco, at Old Blanco County Courthouse lawn. 2-10p. Annual event. Live music, street dance, community connection booths, lawn games, 42 tournament, kid activities, food, drinks. Parking & Admission: Free. 830-833-5101, Chamber
Mar 22, 2025 - GRANITE JAM & GRANITE FEST: Granite Shoals, at Quarry Park, 2221 N Phillips Ranch Road. 10a-10p. A celebration of community. Live entertainment and music all day. Car show, cornhole and pickleball tournaments. Kids Fair & activities. Fireworks. Pop-up market with art, crafts, retail & food vendors. Pet friendly. Bring chair. Free admission. 830-598-2424. Sponsor Web. Event Web
Mar 22, 2025 - HILL COUNTRY INDIAN ARTIFACTS SHOW: Fredericksburg, at Lady Bird Johnson Park, Pioneer Pavilion Hall, on TX-16 S. 8a-4p. Features a wide variety of the finest Texas artifacts and arrowheads, jewelry, trade beads, books, T-Shirts, display cases, collectibles and super door prizes all day. Annual event, $5 fee. Sponsor Web. Rob Bartell, 830-626-5561
Mar 22-29, 2025 - TEXAS HELL WEEK: Fredericksburg, with HQ at Hermann Sons Lodge, 1109 S Adams St. 3 routes daily in Gillespie County, approximately 30-50 miles, 50-80 miles and 60-100 miles over 7 days. Every ride is different. Participants can ride as much as they want. This event is followed by Stampede 200 and Longhorn 500, a RAAM Qualifier. Early evening happy hours & seminars on coaching, nutrition, injury recovery and crewing. Remember, riders should single file when cars are wanting to pass . . . Safe Biking! 806-499-3210. Web
Mar 27-30, 2025 - THUNDER IN THE HILL COUNTRY-TEXAS HILL COUNTRY BIKE WEEK: Bandera, at Mansfield Park, 2886 TX-16 North. Annual motorcycle rally event with tent and RV camping, poker run, door prizes, vendors, food, field events, live music, bike show, tattoo contest, wet t-shirt naughty night. No one under 21 allowed. $60/p. Presented by Biker Rallies of Texas, 409-655-8800. Event Web, Host Web
Mar 28, 2025 - ACTON CHILDREN'S BUSINESS FAIR: Bee Cave, at Hill Country Galleria, 12700 Hill Country Blvd, Central Plaza. 5-7p. Local kids launching real businesses! Offers kids an opportunity to create and launch their own startup. They will develop a brand, design a product or service, build a marketing plan, and run a booth at a one-day marketplace with 65 booths. Hosted by Acton Academy Bee Cave. Aims to inspire young entrepreneurs and provide hands-on experience in business. Supported by donors and volunteers who believe in the value of principled entrepreneurship. Encourages children to practice real-world business skills and learn from famous and local entrepreneurs. Web. Annual event.
Mar 28-29, 2025 - DIAMONDBACK JUBILEE & RODEO: Lometa, Lometa Regional Park, 15115 US-183 N, Bar 3 Arena. Annual event. Rodeo (Fri 5p-midnight; Sat 7a-midnight). Carnival, live music, food vendors, arts & crafts, chili cook-off, live snakes, Little buckaroo Rodeo, Miss Diamondback Queen Contest, Sat night rodeo dance. 512-734-2818. Chamber Web, Event Web
Mar 28-30, 2025 - LLANO EARTH ART FEST & WORLD ROCK STACKING CHAMPIONSHIP (LEAF) REUNION: Llano, at Grenwelge Park, 199 E Haynie Street. Annual show, live music, art, performances, parties, camping, workshops, vendors, a fashion circus, a wild river trail. Includes National Rock Stacking Competition. Held on the banks of the Llano River, one block from historic downtown, this is an interactive experience for young and old alike. 325-247-5354. Chamber Web; Event Web
Mar 29, 2025 - BLUEM 2025: Spicewood, at Muleshoe Bend Recreation Area, 2820 CR-414. Venue Web. 10a-6p. Heralded spring bluebonnet viewing location. Event includes games, petting zoo, face painting, outdoor recreational activities, food, vendors. Rain or Shine. Admission: Varies $5-40/p. Tkt at link
Mar 29, 2025 - EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & COMMUNITY RESOURCE FAIR - READY AS ONE: Marble Falls, at Marble Falls High School, 2101 Mustang Drive. 10a-2p. A family-friendly event to help you get connected with essential services in your community and provide emergency preparedness information in a fun, engaging way. Meet first responders; Summer programming for children; Help those in need by donating blood; Housing and job assistance; Kona Ice and other food trucks; Meet PEC lineworkers; Community support; Food donation drive; A visit with PEC’s Wattson Raccoon; Fun for all ages. Parking: & admission: Free. Web

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Apr 3-5, 2025 - LLANO RIVER CHUCK WAGON COOK-OFF: Llano, at Badu Park, 300 Legion Drive. Chuck wagon enthusiasts get together on the banks of the Llano River and go back in time to an era when the west was settled. They use traditional cooking methods from that era, wear traditional dress and experience traditional neighborly fun as they compete for prizes in a number of categories. Free admission. Meal at noon, Sat: ticket: $20. 325-247-5354. Event Web, Chamber Web
Apr 3-6, 2025 - RIVER RETREAT: New Braunfels, at KL Ranch Camp & Cliffside. A music & camping festival showcasing the music birthed from 60's- 90's. With nightly costume pageants & contests, cleverly curated decorations, and live entertainment. Has all the nostalgia needed to enjoy weekend camping alongside the pristine Guadalupe River. Your days will be filled with food, beverage and unforgettable moments with your friends and neighbors splashing about in the river listening to tunes from a different time. As the sun settles, we bust out the bingo, trivia, and live music and carry on into the late night hours . Annual event. Rain or Shine. Tkt req'd. Presented by Splice Records & Saint Arnold Brewing Company. Web
Apr 3-6, 2025 - MASON CHAMBER MUSIC FEST: Thurs-Sun. Free. 325-347-5758. Web
Apr 4-6, 2025 - MASON CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL: Mason, at Odeon Theater, 122 Moody St, and First United Methodist Church, 224 Broad Street. Annual event. Parking: Free. 325-218-2353. Web
Apr 5, 2025 - SPRING ANTIQUE TRACTOR PULL: Boerne, at AgriCultural Museum & Arts Center, City Park, 102 City Park Road. 10a-4p. Watch 50+ antique tractors as they compete to pull the heaviest weight the furthest distance. Cost: Donations appreciated. 210-445-1080. Web
Apr 5, 2025 - STEAM FAIR 2025: San Marcos, at San Marcos HS, Cafeteria, 2601 Rattler Road. 10a-1p. Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Mathematics (STEAM) have a place to be celebrated! Preparing students for jobs of tomorrow requires our community to take action today. In contrast, STEAM education was primarily focused toward computer-related disciplines. As technology has become a fundamental enabler in almost every business, a STEAM education has a focus on more than technology. STEAM is critical to our students becoming leaders of tomorrow. Participation adds your business to those encouraging our students to learn and grow for tomorrow's jobs. And it's free to participate! A successful exhibit has interaction with kids. We don't limit participation for companies or organizations that want to showcase how STEAM education translates into a successful productive employee. This is not a sales opportunity, it is an education opportunity. An opportunity for fun with our kids, parents and educators. Annual event. Parking & Admission: Free. Web
Apr 5, 2025 - JONESTOWN CAJUN FEST: Jonestown, at Jones Brother's Park, 10301 Lakeside Dr, at the Lake Travis shore. 11a-7p. Features talented teams preparing their best gumbos, jambalayas, etouffees. Live zydeco music, parade, games, prizes, treats and FUN family activities. Food, beverages and vendor products for sale. Aiyeeee! Laissez les bon temps rouler y'all! Free annual event. Fee for cook-off entry for teams. 512-267-7952, Chamber Web
Apr 5, 2025 - SPRING ARTS & WINE FEST: Mason, located around historic downtown Mason square. 11a-4p. Stroll the beautiful downtown, enjoy beautiful local art, wine tastings, and lift your spirits with the Mason community! Artists of all kinds will be on the sidewalks. Various wineries featured throughout the day. 325-347-5758. Web

Apr 5, 2025 - LBJ 100 BICYCLE RIDE: Stonewall, LBJ National Historical Park, at the LBJ Ranch, 144 Park Rd 49. Starts 9a. On-site registration (cash or check only) and packet pick-up at the registration tent on the LBJ air strip, beginning 7a. 210-355-2645. Pre-registration and information: Event Web, Sponsor Web
Apr 5, 2025 - IWO JIMA REENACTMENT: Fredericksburg, at National Museum of the Pacific War, 311 E Austin Street. 11a & 2p. "Road To Victory" event highlights the experiences of US Marines during the battle. Includes uniformed historians, authentic WW II weapons and battlefield effects. Guest speaker, colors. Annual outdoor event. Parking: Free. Admission: Tkt required: $10/adult, $5/child, free for WWII Vets. 830-997-8600 x250, Web
Apr 5-6, 2025 - FIDDLE FEST WEEKEND: Llano, at John L Kuykendall Arena & Events Center, 2200 RR-152 West. 9:30a-5p. Performances and contests all weekend. Open fiddle contest Sat 9:30a with a $1,000 grand prize. Sat evening concert & dance. Easter Sun cowboy service, including breakfast, preachin' and live music performances. 325-247-5354. Chamber Web, Event Web
Apr 5-7, 2025 - WILDFLOWER & WELLNESS FESTIVAL: Johnson City, at the Historic Old Lumberyard, 209 E Main Street. 10a-4p. Includes Wildflower Vendor Market featuring Wildflower-themed products as well as a farmers market -- fresh fruits and veggies! Live music both days! Kids activities including wildflower face-painting and workshops centered around gardening and growing! Parking & admission: Free. Web
Apr 6, 2025 - DRIFTWOOD HERITAGE FESTIVAL: Driftwood, at Vista Brewing, 13551 FM-150 West. Noon-6p. Celebrate the culture and heritage of Driftwood. Live music, shop handmade products made by local artisans. Activities for kiddos including face painting, making a wildflower seed bomb and more. Meet our community partners to learn about dark sky practices, natural beekeeping, permaculture farming, water conservation and managing native habitats for pollinators and wildlife. Learn about the history of the Driftwood area, including the original William B Travis league of land and development of the town through last 150 years. Enjoy farm-to-table food, award-winner beer and local wines & ciders. Annual event. Rain or Shine. Parking & Admission: Free. Web. Hosted by the Driftwood Historical Conservation Society. 512-766-1842. Event Web
Apr 8, 2025 - WELLNESS FAIR: Blanco, at Blanco High School Cafeteria, 1215 14th Street. 4-6p. Creates community involvement in youth events to reduce substance abuse, provide education, and raise awareness for our youth. Fun family event. Free health screenings. Visit with representatives from local agencies to learn about their services (and also receive great giveaways to take home). Gifts, door prizes, free hot dogs, chips, ice tea. Parking: free. Admission: free, open to the public. Free CARTS ride to this Fair. Blanco Coalition of Awareness, Prevention and Treatment of Substance Abuse (CoAPT). Web. Amber Corder, 830-833-4337 x460, amber.corder@blancoisd.org
Apr 11-12, 2025 - SPRING FAIR: San Marcos, at Southside Community Center, 518 S Guadalupe Street. 11a-2p. A community celebration event. Enjoy a lively atmosphere while connecting with neighbors and supporting a great cause. Food, prizes, games egg hunt, bounce house, treats, giveaways, community resources. Parking & Admission: Free. Web
Apr 11-12, 2025 - BOOKS & BEES FESTIVAL: Bee Cave, at Bee Cave Public Library, 4000 Galleria Pkwy. 1-5p. Celebrating literacy, featuring bestselling authors, book signings, music, and more. Hear what's new this year, stay updated on attending authors, learn about special guest appearances, and get the first look at our programming. Registration automatically enters your name into the 30-minute drawings throughout the festival! This year is guaranteed to be a lot of fun for the whole family. Panels will be hosted for adults, teens and kids. Annual event by City of Bee Cave benefiting our Bee Cave Library, and sponsored by Keystone Bank. 512-767-6600, Sponsor Web; Event Web
Apr 11-13, 2025 - BLUEBONNET FESTIVAL: Burnet, at Downtown Square area, 229 S Pierce Avenue. Vendors open Fri & Sat 9a-6p, Sun 11a-3p. 200+ vendors, air show, rubber ducky races, grand parade, live music, street dances, carnival, kids activities, wiener dog races, dog house races, free chuck wagon breakfast Sun morning. 5K run, kid's fun run, Birding and Wildflower show, Bluebonnet Golf Tournament, Gunfighter's shoot out. Local entertainment during the day at main stage and Good old Texas bands for Sat night. Festival free, charge for Sat dance, derby, air show. Annual event. Web. Tammy Stephens, 512-756-4297, tammy@burnetchamber.org . See special Portal focus page on "Wildflowers in the Hill Country"
Apr 12, 2025 - FAMILY EASTER PICNIC & EASTER EGG HUNT: Johnson City/Blanco, at Franklin Family Ranch, on 4352 Middle Creek Rd (between Blanco & JC; once on Miller Creek Rd, follow signs). 11a-2p. 10,000+ eggs, live music, climb the rock, games, inflatables, snow cones. Free, annual event, including free lunch. Bring blankets, chairs, footballs, frisbees and Easter baskets. No website
Apr 12, 2025 - FOLK FEST: New Braunfels, at Heritage Village, 1370 Church Hill Drive. 10a-8p. An annual "Family Heritage Festival" sponsored by the Museum of Texas Handmade Furniture. A celebration of early Texans. Music festival, living history re-enactments, pioneer craft demonstrations, free furniture museum tours, children's activities, musical entertainment and delicious food. Proceeds benefit the museum and its historic preservation projects. The historic Kindermasken Parade dating back to the founding of New Braunfels is held in conjunction with this event. This children's costumed walking parade is open to all participants. Admission: Free. 830-629-6504. Event Web
Apr 12, 2025 - CHALK THE PARK: Llano, at 300 Legion Drive. 8a-3p. Features a chalk art competition, 5K color run/walk, 1-mile fun run, rock painting, disc golf, scavenger hunt, bubbles, face painting, and rock stacking. 325-247-5354. Web
Apr 12, 2025 - OUTDOOR WOMEN GONE WILD: Junction, at Rains Ranch, 6 mi S of town, on US-377 South. 8a-all day. Just for women, just for fun. Kayaking, archery, fly-fishing, didjeridoo-ing, team events, classes, arts & crafts, fellowship with 200 participants, and more. Pre-event function: Sip-n-Stroll and party with dinner Fri evening. Annual event. Rain or Shine. Parking: Free. 325-446-3190. Event Web; Chamber Web
Apr 12, 2025 - TEXAS WHISKEY FESTIVAL: Bee Cave, at Star Hill Ranch, 15000 Hamilton Pool Rd. 844-777-7827. starhillranch.com. 4:30-10p. An unforgettable night of whiskey, music and Texas hospitality. 30 distilleries, 100+ whiskeys, dueling pianos, cigars, food trucks. A Texas-sized night for your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned sipper or curious newcomer, this is your invitation to explore bold flavors, meet the makers, and celebrate the spirit of Texas. Event Web
Apr 12, 2025 - EASTER EGG HUNT: Boerne, at City Lake Park Pavilion, 1 City Lake Road. 10:30a-Noon. Get your baskets ready and your tennis shoes on. This is a free community event, so bring the kids on out. Don't miss a special appearance from the Easter Bunny! 830-248-1635. Web
Apr 12, 2025 - BUTTERFLY FESTIVAL: Wimberley, at EmilyAnn Theatre & Gardens, 1101 FM-2325, in the Burdine Johnson Indoor Studio Theatre. 9a-5p. Annual event, includes all of our wonderful butterfly releases, crafts & activities! Live music, a butterfly flight house, yummy concessions, a butterfly train, butterfly art and lots more! Annual event, rain or shine, free admission, donations welcomed. Parking: Wimberley High School (paved walkway over to the EmilyAnn grounds). Sponsored by Native Plant Society, 512-847-6969. Web
Apr 12-13, 2025 - SPRING "JAMBOREE" MODEL RAILROAD TRAIN SHOW: New Braunfels, at Civic Center, 375 S Castell Ave, exit 187 off IH-35. Sat 10a-5p, Sun 10a-4p. Kids get to be a Junior Engineer at our famous 'Kids Run the Trains' Layout. Extra large exhibit of Lego Trains. 7-9 additional large displays of traveling model railroads, of various scales. 60 vendors from Texas, and some from out of state, displaying on over 300 tables, for you to buy, sell, or swap. Hourly drawings for prizes, provided by our vendors and local sponsors. Silent Auction. Museum store with thousands of items available at low cost. Free ride ticket to the Landa Park Miniature Train for all children age 5 and under. Mini Food Court featuring snacks, beverages, and lunch selections. Admission: Adults (14 & older): $10, Child (5-12): $3. Sponsored by the New Braunfels Railroad Museum. Jim Edmondson, 830-627-2447, Web

Apr 15 - May 15, 2025 - GREAT TEXAS BIRDING CLASSIC: The world's biggest, longest, wildest birdwatching tournament in the US. Registration deadline: 4/1. Annual event sponsored by Texas Parks & Wildlife. Web, Facebook
Apr 17, 2025 - FARMER FRED'S SPRING CARNIVAL: San Marcos, at City Park, 401 E Hopkins. 6-9p. Ring in the Spring with us. Features carnival games, bunny photos, egg races, and more. Annual event. Parking & admission: Free. 512-393-8400. Web

Apr 17-20, 2025 - BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL: Luckenbach, at 412 Luckenbach Town Loop. Annual event showcases bluegrass artists from around the country. Great food and a great family-friendly atmosphere. Dancing, Easter egg hunt. Ticket required, $30/p. 830-997-3224. Web
Apr 18-20, 2025 - BALLOONS OVER HORSESHOE BAY RESORT: Horseshoe Bay, at HSB Resort, 200 Hi Circle North. Watch hot air balloons from across the country glow and take flight over the Hill Country terrain. Tethered balloon rides available, weather permitting. Live entertainment. Food vendors. Paint N Sip. Easter egg drop, sky divers, helicopter rides, balloon glows. Annual event. Web
Apr 19, 2025 - BUDWEISER CLYDESDALES PARADE & MEET 'N' GREET: Gruene, at Gruene Historic District located on the banks of the Guadalupe River near New Braunfels, at 1601 Hunter Road. 3p-close. Don’t miss your chance to see the iconic Budweiser Clydesdales up close at 12:30p. These majestic horses will make a special appearance, parading through town and offering plenty of photo ops and family friendly fun. Come early, grab a cold drink, and enjoy a truly unforgettable afternoon. 830-629-5077. Web

Apr 19, 2025 - COMMUNITY EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA: >Stonewall, at the Chamber of Commerce, 250 Peach Street, 830-644-2735. 1p. Epic entertainment for families. Massive egg hunt. Meet Easter Bunny. Door prizes for kids. Hear the message of Easter.
Apr 19, 2025 - EGGSTRAVAGANZA: Dripping Springs, at Ranch Park & Event Center, 29401 RR-12, across from DS Elementary School. 512-858-4725. Event Web. 10a-6p. TWO helicopter egg drops at noon & 4 PM — double the drops, double the eggs! Annual event. Rain or Shine. Parking: Free. Admission: Free
Apr 19, 2025 - HISTORIC HOMES TOUR: New Braunfels. 10a-3p. $20/p. Sponsored by and benefits New Braunfels Conservation Society.. 830-629-2943. Web
Apr 19, 2025 - EASTER SUNSET PAGEANT: Junction, at Lover's Leap Amphitheater, at foot of Lovers Leap Hill, at Cedar Creek Road, off of FM-2169, by Junction Golf Course and Hill Country Fair Association. At sunset 7-10:30p. Attracts several hundred every year. Origin goes back the late 1940s, when then-governor Coke Stevenson, a native of Kimble County, taught an outdoor Bible class, sparking the idea to create the depiction of the Easter story. Local Boy Scouts direct parking, and those unable to traverse the hillside terrain can listen to the pageant on their vehicle radios. Annual event, Sat before Easter, rain or shine (never canceled in 60 years). 325-446-3190. Chamber Web
Apr 19, 2025 - MONSTER TRUCK WARS: Fredericksburg, at Gillespie County Fairgrounds, 530 Fair Dr off TX-16, 2 mi S of town. 11a-5p. Annual event. Gates open 11a. Pre-show activities. Show: 1-5p. Monster trucks, quad racing, and monster truck rides. Children's PowerWheel races for ages 3-9. Call 480-772-7490 to reserve a limited space in the children's race. Indoors. Parking: free. Venue Web. Tickets & Event Details
Apr 19, 2025 - EARTH DAY SAN MARCOS FESTIVAL: San Marcos, at The Meadows Center, 397 San Marcos Springs Drive. 10a-4p. A community-wide, family-friendly event is your chance to celebrate our local natural resources and connect with nature. There will be a variety of hands-on educational activities for people of all ages, as well as live performances and demonstrations. You won't want to miss the chance to interact with eco-friendly exhibitors and vendors who will showcase an array of environmental and sustainability-related topics. Come join us at the headwaters of the San Marcos River and experience a day of fun, entertainment and learning. Annual event. Parking & admission: Free. 512-245-6822. Web
Apr 19, 2025 - EASTERFEST, BBQ COOK-OFF & OPEN CAR SHOW: Kerrville, along the Guadalupe River at Flat Rock Park, 3840 Riverside Park Drive. 10a-4p. A Kerrville tradition for 40+ years! A fun-filled free community event. Egg hunt, live music, vendors, car show, BBQ cook-off. Benefits local charities. Parking: Free. RV spaces but no hookups. Event Web. Car show: Mac, 830-459-3366; Cook-off: Tricia Byrom, 830-267-1668, tlbyrom@live.com. Sponsor Web; Venue Web. Hosted by Leadership Kerr County.
Apr 19, 2025 - WIMBERLEY GUMBOFEST: Wimberley, located down at the bayou (beautiful Cypress Falls Swimming Hole, 50 Marina Circle). Noon-6p. A family-friendly celebration of Cajun culture and heritage across Texas and Louisiana featuring a championship Gumbo Cook-off, live music, silent auction, raffles, food trucks, drink specials, games, and of course, the best gumbo this side of the Sabine! This event has grown over the years to become a mainstay of the Wimberley community and surrounding areas and offers visitors and locals alike a fun and friendly place to unwind on the banks of Cypress Creek and take in the Cajun atmosphere. Annual event supports "My Neighbor's Keeper" to further their local charitable work. Admission tickets: $10 at the gate; Kids under 12: $5. Sponsor Web. Event Web, 832-768-8432, wimbogumbocookoff@gmail.com
Apr 23, 2025 - LAMPASAS COUNTY CRAWFISH OIL & TEAM ROPING CLASSIC: Lampasas, at the 580 Sports Complex, 2351 FM-580. All day event. Come out to the 580 Arena to watch the County Team Roping and eat some crawfish. $20/lb plates included crawfish, sausage, potatoes and corn. Web
Apr 23-26, 2025 - RIATA ROUNDUP RODEO & BBQ COOK-OFF: Lampasas, at the 580 Sports Complex, 2351 FM-580. Annual event with rodeo, queen contest, dancing with live music, children's activities, concessions, barbecue cook-off. BYOB cooler ($10), no glass. Bring chairs. Food & retail vendors. Admission: Ticket required, Adults $20/night; Children 3-12: $10/p; Children 1-2: free. Military & 1st responders: Free on Friday only. 512-556-5172. Chamber Web; Event Web
Apr 24-27, 2025 - BRADY CARNIVAL: Brady, at Richards Park, 1268 W 6th Street. 5-10p. Thrilling rides, tasty treats, and exciting games! Annual event. $30/p. Web
Apr 25-26, 2025 - HIGHLAND LAKES QUILT FESTIVAL: Burnet, Burnet Community Center, 401 E Jackson Street. 8a-3p; 9a-4p. Biennial quilt show presented by Highland Lakes Quilt Guild. 100+ quilts displayed, Guild boutique, silent auction, vendors, bits & pieces. Enjoy a stunning exhibit of member-made quilts. Raffle. Shop for unique hand crafted gift items in our Guild Boutique, and have fun hunting for vintage fabric, remnants, lace, ribbons and more, in our Bits & Pieces Bins. Sponsor & Event Web
Apr 25-26, 2025 - LLANO CRAWFISH OPEN: Llano, at Robinson City Park, 2 mi W of downtown at 2249 CR-152 on S side of Llano River. Sat: 11a, Sun: 11:30a. Great food (boiled crawfish, BBQ, jambalaya, sausage wraps, pulled pork sandwiches, fixings), live music, Sat night dance, charity golf tournament, 5K run, arts & crafts, motorcycle fun run, washer pitch'in tournament, crawfish team roping, crawfish crawler, special events and much more. RV spaces. 325-247-2270. Web
Apr 25-27, 2025 - THE GOOD, THE BAD & the ACES: Blanco, at Buggy Barn Museum & Pine-Moore Town, 1915 US-281 North. Knife and tomahawk throwing competition at the museum in the old west town. Pro & Amateur will be competing; all are welcome to come watch. Live entertainment, food, games, and more. Registration can be sent to bladeaces@gmail.com via PayPal. Annual event. Sponsor Web, Event Feature. 512-833-5708
Apr 25-27, 2025 - FOUNDERS DAY FESTIVAL: Dripping Springs, at 511 Mercer Street/Old Fitzhugh Road. A festive celebration of heritage and pioneer spirit that honors and celebrates the founding of the Dripping Springs community in 1850 by the Moss, Wallace, and Pound families. The three-day jubilee promotes cooperation and volunteerism in the community and generates community spirit and recreation. Grand parade at 6:30p, carnival, arts & crafts, food, live music & entertainment, the Mighty Thomas Carnival, food, beer, street dances, cook-off competitions, over 150 arts and crafts booths and business vendors. Annual event. Admission: free. 512-858-4725, Web
Apr 26, 2025 - LAGO FEST: Lago Vista, at 6608 Bar-K Clubhouse Court. 1-8p. "Boats, Beats, Arts & Eats" is a celebration of creativity directly on the shore of Lake Travis in beautiful Lago Vista! Free annual event. 512-267-8300, Chamber Web, Event Web
Apr 26, 2025 - PIE SOCIAL: Wimberley, at Wimberley Valley Museum, 14068 RR-12. 11a-3p. Best pie contest. Pie eating contest, pie auction, live music, quilt raffle, hot dogs, kids games. Annual event. Parking: free. Admission: Free. Sponsored by Wimberley Institute of Cultures, 512-965-2662. Event Web
Apr 26, 2025 - BANDERA SONGWRITER FESTIVAL: Bandera. One of Bandera’s biggest music events of the season! is happening across three iconic venues: Kickback Korner; Texas Salt Co.; First National Ice Haus. Come out and experience a stacked lineup of talented songwriters from all over. This is a day (and night) of live music you won’t want to miss! Web
Apr 26, 2025 - TOUCH-A-TRUCK: Kingsland, at Community Center, 3451 Rose Hill Road. 11a-2p. Hands-on family fun. Food and drink available. Annual event. Donations appreciated. Benefits Boys & Girls Club of Kingsland. Sponsorships available, $25 to $500. Kathy: 512-657-1699, Web
Apr 26, 2025 - BLANCO RIVER SONGWRITER FESTIVAL: Fischer, at the historic Fischer Dance Hall, 701 Fischer Store Road. 11a-10p. This year's lineup is packed with "you won't want to miss" artists! Annual event. Ticket required. Event Web
Apr 26, 2025 - KERRVILLE HILL COUNTRY CHORALE SPRING CONCERT: Kerrville. 830-321-0303. Web
Apr 26, 2025 - BLANCO COUNTY DUCKS UNLIMITED ANNUAL DINNER BANQUET: Johnson City, at Blanco County Fairgrounds & Show Barn, 619 US-281 N, just S of the Pedernales River bridge (Map). 6p. Food, drinks, music, silent auction and raffle! Ducks Unlimited is a county-wide volunteer group committed to helping and raising money for wildlife habitat and wetlands conservation. Table sponsorships available. Parking: free. Adult Ticket: $35-$1500, includes plate of food, drinks and raffle entry. Penny, 830-225-0901, Sponsor Web, Ticket
Apr 26-27, 2025 - BERTRAM ART, HERB & WINE FESTIVAL: Bertram, downtown, Vaughan & Grange Streets. Sat: 10a-6p; Sun 11a-4p. A family-friendly event featuring handcrafted items from local vendors, artists, Texas wineries, breweries, herb specialists, food truck vendors, and musical entertainment. Informational seminars focused on art, herbs, wine. Live music. 5K Run. Family friendly. Outside. Free admission. Annual event Sponsored by Bertram Chamber of Commerce: Chamber Web, 254-368-0246. Facebook
Apr 26-27, 2025 - LAVENDER FESTIVAL: Stonewall, at Becker Vineyards, 454 Becker Farms Rd, US-290, on Winery Lawn. 10a-5p. Annual event with live music, lavender market, artisans, wine tasting, tours, luncheons, food trucks and concessions. Parking: free. Admission: $15-45/p. 830-644-2681. Web
Apr 26-28, 2025 - COUNTRY FAIR & WIENER DOG RACES: Buda, at Buda City Park, 204 San Antonio Street. 11:30a. Annual event with BBQ Cook-off, Wiener dog contest, arts & crafts booths, food, live music, free dance and fireworks, kids activities. 512-312-2201. Web, Event Web
Apr 27, 2025 - SPRING CHICKEN FESTIVAL: Bulverde, at Bulverde Community Center, 1747 Ammann Rd East. 10a-4p. Annual event. BBQ chicken and sausage with all the trimmings, arts & crafts show, country store, prizes, games for kids, raffle. Annual fundraiser for the Center. Per plate charge. 210-843-5227. Web
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May 1-2, 2025 - UVALDE CACTUS JACK XTREME BULL RIDING: Uvalde, at County Fairplex. 830-278-7157. Annual event. Web
May 1-3, 2025 - SYSTEMS GO: Stonewall, at 2187 Double Horn Road. Students from 16 high schools across Texas will gather to launch 60 rockets they have designed and built as part of SystemsGo Aeroscience STEM studies. First-year rockets will launch one-pound payloads one mile high. Advanced students will launch rockets that exceed the speed of sound. No fixed schedule. Rockets go up during daylight hours in the order they are certified prepared for launch and recovery. Limited food and restrooms available. Free admission with advance registration. Weather permitting. Waiver required. Christy Glass, 830-997-3567, Web
May 1-3, 2025 - FIESTA JAM 2025: Marble Falls, at Johnson Park Amphitheater, 230 Ave J South, along the shore of Backbone Creek. Live music. All activities outdoors. Free lawn seating - bring your own chair/blanket. Web
May 1-4, 2025 - MAYFEST: Marble Falls, at Johnson Park, 230 Ave J, along the shore of Backbone Creek. 5p-midnight. Free admission concert, carnival rides (purchase ticket), washer pitching, live music, adult beverages, food & market vendors, and a ton of family fun. Saturday Market Day: Noon-10p. All activities outdoors. 830-693-2815. Chamber Web, Event Web
May 2-3, 2025 - LENZ FEST & FOUNDERS DAY CELEBRATION: Fredericksburg, at St Mary's Holy Family Center, 304 W San Antonio Street. 11:30a-2p. Springtime festivities & Pioneer Spirit Award. Luncheon. Honors those whose contributions exemplify the Pioneer Spirit of Service. Seating is limited. Table sponsorships: $1250. Individual tickets: $75. Living history presentations: free. 830-990-8441. Web
May 2-3, 2025 - TEXAS MUSIC FESTIVAL: Luckenbach, 412 Luckenbach Town Loop. Noon-Midnight. Annual event. Fifteen artists perform over two days. Family & pet friendly. RV and tent camping available. Food trucks available. Ticket required. 830-997-3224. Venue Web, Tkt
May 3, 2025 - TRACTOR TRAIL RIDE: Boerne, at AgriCultural Museum & Arts Center, City Park, 102 City Park Road. 210-445-1080. Web
May 3, 2025 - HERITAGE SPRING TOUR OF HOMES: San Marcos. From craftsmanship of a restored 1924 Arts & Crafts bungalow, to a rare Prairie Style kit home with original woodwork, to the landmark estate “Nine Gables”—this year’s tour is packed with rich stories, stunning details, and one-of-a-kind charm. See "sneak peek" photos on Facebook! Grab a friend who loves history, architecture and design! Proceeds support the preservation efforts of the Heritage Association of San Marcos to keep the beauty and history of the city alive! Starts at historic Cock House at Veramendi Plaza, 400 E Hopkins St. Event Web & Tickets
May 3, 2025 - COWBOY DERBY DAY: Pipe Creek, at Triple H Equitherapy Centers, 791 Backhaus Road. 3:30-6:30p. Celebrate with live bluegrass, mint juleps, games, a hat contest, and a live stream of the Kentucky Derby — all to support Triple H’s therapy horses. $50/P. 830-510-9515, Sponsor Web
May 3, 2025 - LEANDER KITE FESTIVAL: Leander, at Devine Lake Park, 1807 Waterfall Avenue. 11a-4p. Annual event. Activities include kite events, food and craft vendors, and lots of high-flying fun! Participants encouraged to bring their own kites or watch other attendees’ soaring kites. Admission: free. 512-528-2997. Event Web
May 3, 2025 - HEADWATERS FOR HEROES DINNER & LIVE AUCTION FUNDRAISER: Harper, at Harper Community Hall, 211 Pioneer Park Street. 4:30-5:30: cocktails, then dinner at 5:30. Drinks, opening remarks, live and silent auctions, raffles, appreciation awards. Hosted by Headwaters for Heroes, a non-profit that provides support through free group hunting and fishing events as a base foundation for outdoor therapy programs. 830-864-4096, Web, Facebook

May 3, 2025 - GOLDEN LEGACY TOUR OF HOMES: San Marcos, at 400 E Hopkins Street. 10a-4p. Annual event. Parking: Free. Admission: Ticket required $25/p. Heritage Association of San Marcos, Event Web & Tickets. 512-392-4295
May 3-4, 2025 - PECAN STREET FESTIVAL: Bee Cave, at Hill Country Galleria, 12700 Hill Country Blvd, Central Plaza. 11a. After almost 50 years on East Sixth Street in downtown Austin, this beloved festival is making an exciting move to Hill Country Galleria for a weekend filled with fun, featuring thrilling kids' rides, a full live music lineup, and 175+ incredible vendors showcasing unique crafts, art and goods. Admission & parking: free. Sponsor Web; Web
May 3-4, 2025 - TECLIPSE FESTIVAL: Junction, at Hill Country Fairgrounds, FM-2169. CASI Chili Cook-off, cash prizes, songwriters competition and washer/cornhole tournament. Live music. Admission: free. 325-446-3190, texasmofo@yahoo.com, Web
May 3-5, 2025 - REDBUD ARTISAN MARKET: Fredericksburg. 512-660-3328. Web
May 5, 2025 - CINCO DE MAYO: Bee Cave, at Hill Country Galleria, Central Plaza, 12700 Hill Country Blvd. Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in style with $5 Margaritas, mouthwatering Skillet Tachos, flavorful Red Fish Veracruz, and cheesy Chicken Enchiladas! And the fun doesn't stop there - enjoy a live performance by Mariachi Amor from 5-8p. It’s the perfect blend of delicious food, festive drinks, and lively music. Annual event. 512-263-0001, Web
May 9-10, 2025 - BURNET PRO RODEO: Burnet, at Burnet County Fair & Rodeo Grounds, 1301 Houston Clinton Dr, behind the airport. 7p both nights. Events include Bull Riding, Calf Roping, Calf Scramble, Cowgirl's Barrel Racing, Cowgirl's Breakaway Roping, Saddle Bronc Riding, Steer Wrestling, Team Roping. Live music follows the action each night. Admission: Ticket required. Cody Orman: 830-798-4018. Facebook
May 10, 2025 - NATIONAL GARDEN CLUB FLOWER SHOW: Kyle, at Kyle United Methodist Church, 408 W Lockhart. Sat 1-4p. Kyle Garden Club is hosting a curated NGC Flower Show. Open to everyone and free to attend. Come see the spectacular horticultural and floral designs submitted by KGC Members. Raffle for gift baskets. Annual event. Rain or Shine. Parking: Free. Admission: Free
May 10, 2025 - MAYFEST FESTIVAL & HOME TOUR: New Braunfels, at Mayfair. 11a-3p. Live music, dance, bier & wine garden, family fun, food trucks, home tours. Web
May 10, 2025 - JCVFD FISH FRY, AUCTION, LIVE MUSIC & DANCE: Johnson City, at Blanco County Fairgrounds & Show Barn, 619 US-281 N, just S of the Pedernales River bridge (Map). Located in new Exhibit Hall and renovated facilities. 5-8p. Fried catfish and fixings, French fries, hush puppies, coleslaw, pickles, tea & deserts. Many items will be raffled; and live and silent auctions. Door prizes. Raffle tickets available at local banks and stores. Meal is by donation. Serving starts at 5p. Supports JCVFD, our local all-volunteer fire department. This is a great time for our community to get together and enjoy a great time. Free dance after dinner, with live music from 9p-1a. a href="https://www.jctxvfd.org">Web
May 10-11, 2025 - ROLLING OAKS MUSICFEST: Driftwood, at 1031 Lonesome Trail. On Mother’s Day weekend: Music under the oak trees! Great local music, delicious barbecue and homemade desserts, and a relaxing spring weekend with old and new friends. This year, the fun continues Sunday. Bring your mama out for a pancake breakfast or leftover barbecue, and even more great music! Entry to festival is free. Food sales. Annual event benefits Rolling Oaks Club Community Center. 512-788-1610
May 16-18, 2025 - KYLE FAIR: Kyle, at Lake KylePark, 700 Lehman Road. A 'Tex-Travaganza' for a southern, heel-kickin' good time! A family-friendly event with competitions: Ribs and Ritas. Live music, carnival rides and games, crafts and food vendors, our annual World Record attempt, the Gathering of the Kyles, and fireworks. Annual event. Entry is free, including attendance to live music performances. Carnival rides, games and vendors are charged independently. 512-262-3939, Event Web
May 17, 2025 - COWBOY ACTION SHOOTING: Blanco, at 8545 RR-1623. The old west lives on! Sponsored by Tejas Caballeros, Cowboy Action Shooting Club. Guns and ammo supplied by the club. 512-964-9955. Sponsor Web
May 17, 2025 - MERMAID CAPITAL OF TEXAS FESTIVAL: San Marcos, at 111 E San Antonio Street. Celebrate this unique San Marcos culture and features local art and heritage, and celebrates the history of Aquarena Springs Aquamaids and the San Marcos River. San Marcos was named the Mermaid Capital of Texas and there are mermaid sculptures throughout the city. Live mermaids will participate. If you love the quirky and colorful, you surely won't want to miss this! Parade: 10a-Noon. Then party at Plaza Park, Noon-7p: Includes Aqua Blues music & Art Fest. Annual event. Rain or Shine. Parking: Free. Admission: Free. 512-825-2819. Web; Event Web
May 17, 2025 - LIBERTY HILL PRO RODEO: Liberty Hill, at Harvest Ranch Arena, 8355 RR-1869. 9a-7:30p. Community members can spend a weekend watching mutton bustin’, team roping, calf roping, steer wrestling, steer roping, barrels, breakaway and rodeo performances. Annual event. Parking: Free. Admission: see Web
May 17, 2025 - WHIMSY & WONDER: Liberty Hill, at 1000 Main Street. 6-10p. Main Street will be transformed into a space with seven live bands, live art demonstrations, wine tastings, artisan vendors, street performers and a Children’s Imagination Garden where visitors can interact with artists. Annual event. Parking: Free. Admission: Free. Web
May 17, 2025 - TESTICLE FESTIVAL: Castell, at Castell General Store, 19522 RR-152 West. 9a-5p. Annual event. About 100 pounds of calf fries are served with sides, drinks, and good times. Don't worry: If calf fries aren't your thing, the cooks have plenty of other food for you to enjoy: barbecue, burgers, and more while listening to live music and competing in a washer tournament. 325-247-4100. Host Web. Facebook
May 17-18, 2025- DIRT DAUBER CLAY FESTIVAL: San Marcos, at Eye Of The Dog Art Center, 405 Valley View West Road. 10a-5p. Celebrate all things clay. Features clay art demonstrations, refreshments, a kins' play table and live music. Free fun for the whole family! 512-558-1723. Web
May 18, 2025 - BARREL RACE: Bandera, at Rodeo Arena, Mansfield Park, 2886 TX-16 North. Exhibitions: 10:30a-12:45; Church: 1p; Races: 1:30p. Watch as the talented youth show you how it's done! BBR approved. Annual event. Rain or Shine. Parking: Free. Ticket required. $30/p + $10 fee. Cash only. Riding On Faith Rodeo: Karen, 830-777-7129, Event Web; Sponsor Web
May 18, 2025 - SAZON LATIN FOOD FESTIVAL: Cedar Park, at The Fieldhouse at The Crossover, 1717 Scottsdale Drive. 4-10p. The Cedar Park community can taste its way through Latin cuisine with food vendors representing flavors from the Caribbean, South America and Central America. Space for the event is limited and interested individuals are encouraged to secure a general admission spot or arrive early. Admission: Free. Web
May 22-June 8, 2025 - KERRVILLE FOLK FESTIVAL: Kerrville, at Quiet Valley Ranch, 9 mi S of town on TX-16. Performances by 100+ singer songwriters and their bands. Interspersed between weekends are workshops in songwriting and booking and management for touring artists performance and recording. Draws 32 of the best of America's emerging songwriters. Award winners are recognized at a special concert on the second weekend. Bring your tent or RV. Camping is free with a ticket for 3 or more consecutive days. Campgrounds are famous for songwriters campfires, an internationally heralded feature of our festival since 1974. Info: 830-257-3600. Web
May 23-25, 2025 - DRIPPING SPRINGS FAIR & RODEO: Dripping Springs, at Ranch Park & Event Center, 1042 Event Center Dr, 29401 RR-12. Rodeo, carnival, team roping, barrel racing. chili cook-off and washer pitching tournament as well as vendors throughout the grounds. 512-858-4725. Event Web

May 23-25, 2025 - PRO RODEO MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND STAMPEDE RODEO: Bandera, at Mansfield Park Rodeo Arena, 2886 TX-16 North. Gates open: 6p, Grand Entry: 8p. Come and see the top PRCA cowboys and cowgirls compete in sanctioned rodeos. Admission: Rodeo ticket required. Active military and veterans with valid ID: Free. Parade: Sat 5/24, 11-12a. Market Days: 5/24-25, 9a-5p. Annual event. 830-522-0054. Sponsor Web
May 24-25, 2025 - VFW OPEN PRO RODEO: Wimberley, at Chester Franklin Arena, VFW Veterans Park, at 401 Jacobs Well Rd and intersection with RR-12, about 3 mi N of town and 11 mi S of Dripping Springs. Open Pro Lester Meier Rodeo. Fun for whole family! Great food and vendors! Benefits local 4H Wimberley Club. Time: Sat & Sun Night 8p. Cost: $10 Adults, $5 kiddos (babies and toddlers free). Nancy McCallick, 512-423-8035. Web
May 25, 2025 - ANTIQUE BARN SALE & ARTISAN SHOW: New Braunfels, at New Braunfels Conservation, 1300 Church Hill Drive, in Historic Old Town. 830-629-2943. 10a-3p. Shop carefully curated antiques and fine artisan crafts, featuring Veteran Owned businesses & artists, Round Top antiques vendors, Art League artists, premier makers. Live music & food trucks. Annual event. Rain or Shine. Parking: Free. Admission: Free. Web
May 26, 2025 - MEMORIAL DAY & CEREMONY & PARADE: Burnet. Ceremony at Post Mountain Cemetery at 8-10a. Parade at 11a, then Memorial Day Ceremony at Historic Square downtown.. Complimentary hot dogs & water about 1p. No fee for either. Organized by Rotary Club of Burnet and VFW. Entry applications available at Chamber: 101 N Pierce St, Ste 1. 512-756-4297. Web

May 29, 2025 - THE TASTE: Kerrville, at Museum of Western Art, 1550 Bandera Hwy. 6-8:30p. An unforgettable evening of food, spirits, and live music at The Taste. Cuisine, Spirits & Wine! This premier event will bring together the region's finest food vendors, award-winning wineries, and exceptional distilleries for a night that celebrates the vibrant flavors and lively culture of our beloved Hill Country. Brought to you by James Avery. Attendees will indulge in signature bites from a variety of local food vendors, each showcasing the best of Hill Country cuisine - from savory plates to sweet treats. Sip on carefully curated wines and whiskeys from top producers, and enjoy live music that will set the perfect tone for an evening of fun and flavor. Annual event. 830-896-1155, Web
May 31, 2025 - WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL: Bee Cave, at Hill Country Galleria, Central Plaza, 12700 Hill Country Blvd. 3-6p. A celebration of exquisite flavors and fine wines. Set against a vibrant atmosphere, this event brings together a curated selection of wines, exceptional culinary delights, and amazing live music. Explore a wide variety of wine tastings, sample delicious dishes, and learn from culinary experts and sommeliers throughout the day. Whether you’re a wine connoisseur or a food lover, there’s something for everyone at this unforgettable festival. In partnership with the Wine & Food Foundation. Annual event. Parking: free. Admission: Tkt required. 512-263-0001, Web
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June 5-8, 2025 - CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL: Lampasas, at various locations and times. Annual event. Presented by Lampasas Assoc for the Arts with The Artisan String Quartet. Sponsor Web; RSVP & tickets: Event Web
June 6-7, 2025 - LLANO OPEN PRO RODEO: Llano, at JLK Event Center, 2200 RR-152 West. Parade on 6/6 at 4p. Bull riding, bronc busting, barrel racing, and more. Gates: 6:30p, Rodeo: 8p. 817-648-2728. Chamber Web
June 6-8, 2025 - BLANCO LAVENDER FESTIVAL: Blanco, at Courthouse Square, 300 Main Street. Blanco is the Lavender Capital of Texas and holds a great "Lavender Festival" each June with vendors, displays, tours & entertainment. The entire town the surrounding countryside will be bathed in lavender during the Festival. The Lavender Market, on the grounds of the historic Blanco County Courthouse, is always a must-see highlight of the festival. Selected vendors and artists from across the Hill Country offer lavender-related pleasures and treasures from the finest craftsmen. Features speakers in the courthouse on growing and using lavender, general horticulture, geology, and more; live music in nearby Bindseil Park; and Texas food, wine, and beer in the Texas Made tent. Free admission. Sponsored by the Chamber, 830-833-5101. Web. See special Portal focus page on "All Things Lavender"
June 7, 2025 - KID FEST: Lago Vista, at Bar K Park, 6608 Bar K Clubhouse Court. Sat 9a-2p. Join us as we celebrate Kids’ Day with a fun-filled festival for the whole family! Packed with bounce houses, face painting, games, art, bubbles, food, popsicles, cotton candy, vendors, a graffiti wall, and more. Rain or Shine. Parking: Free. Admission: Free. Web
June 7, 2025 - CACTUS & CASKS: Lago Vista, at K-Oaks Clubhouse, 7000 Bar-K Ranch Road. 6a-9:30p. Enjoy a unique evening of fine Whiskey and Tequila from premium Texas Distilleries, paired with exquisite hors d'oeuvres by Sticky Fingers, and an outstanding Art Sale featuring local and International Artists. Hosted by and benefits LV Lions Club. Parking: Free. Admission: $75/p. Web
June 7, 2025 - NATIONAL TRAILS DAY: Held first Sat in June since 1993, this annual event is a day of service for hometown trails and the people who love them. This American Hiking Society event has prompted thousands of people to enjoy trails on the same day nationwide, taking part in trail work projects and other activities. Event Web. Many of the Texas state parks participate, with list on website. (also see Parks)
June 7, 2025 - FAMILY FISHING TOURNAMENT: Boerne, at City Lake Park Pavilion, 1 City Lake Road. 7:30-11a. Held each year on the first Sat in June, which is also Free Fishing Day in Texas, when adults don't need a license to put a hook in the water. That means adults fishing in this tournament are not required to carry a fishing license. The day kicks off with a morning check in followed by a pre-fishing meeting for all participants. Fishing gets started shortly after that with the final weigh-in coming before noon. That's when we find out who has the biggest catches of the day and hand out trophies and raffle prizes! 830-248-1635. Web
June 7, 2025 - OLD TOWN STREET FESTIVAL: Leander, 100 N Brushy St, in charming Old Town District. All day. The street fills with local and national artisans offering handcrafted creations. Musical acts bring the stage to life, and family-friendly activities delight both adults and children. Food vendors provide both healthy and indulgent choices. Local and regional wineries and distilleries bring a special flair with a visit to the wine and beer tent. Free annual event. Chastidy Vernengo, 512-259-1907. Event Web
June 8-21, 2025 - :FREDERICKSBURG MUSIC FESTIVAL & SCHOOL Fredericksburg, at various venues and times. Annual event. TexasCellos presents its first season “Music Connects Us” this summer, featuring 12 concerts by 25 world-class musicians at five historic venues in and around the Texas Hill Country. Designed as an “ambitious slate of programming, blending contemporary innovation with classical tradition in one of Texas’s most picturesque cultural destinations”. For visitors and music lovers alike, this will blend high artistic achievement with the region’s natural beauty and cultural heritage, making it a signature summer destination for classical music. The repertoire spans seven centuries, with performances of Renaissance-inspired music, Baroque masterworks like Bach’s Six Cello Suites, and contemporary works by composers including Fazil Say, Caroline Shaw, Giovanni Sollima, Mieczyslaw Weinberg, Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson. Folk music will be a prominent theme throughout the concerts, highlighting the motto “Music Connects Us.” Concerts will take place at five historic venues in the heart of Fredericksburg: St Joseph’s Halle, Becker Vineyards, the Marienkirche from 1861, the Auditorium at the Pioneer Museum, and the Auditorium at the Nimitz Museum. Web. Joseph Kuipers, 214-609-5155, josephkuipers@icloud.com
June 12, 2025 - 2025 GOVERNOR'S SMALL BUSINESS SUMMIT: Kyle, at Stone Hall at Texas Old Town, 1205 Roland Lane. 8:15a-2p. Hear from leading experts, state & federal resource partners, and business peers. From funding to online security to marketing trends to workforce strategies, attendees will walk away with actionable strategies to strengthen their business, unlock new opportunities and grow. Admission: $20/p. Event Web
June 13-14, 2025 - BURNET COUNTY AREA FAIR: Burnet, at AgriLife Auditorium, 607 N Vandeveer Street. Highlights the country charm of the area and celebrates its many traditional activities, including gardening, canning, needlework, woodworking, quilting, cooking demonstrations and shop vendors. Includes Ice Cream Crank-off, 42 dominoes tournament, and motorcycle show. Vendor workshops. Live music. R Event Web. Lynda French: 512-525-1289, frenchlynda55@gmail.com
June 13-15, 2025 - DAS FESTIVAL OF KENDALL: Boerne, @ Boerne Main Plaza, 100 N Main. 5-8p. Celebrate spirit of Kendall County, a vibrant, family-friendly event honoring Boerne's rich German heritage and community pride. This annual festival offers a weekend filled with live music, delicious food, refreshing beer, and engaging activities for all ages. Dachshund Races: Cheer on the adorable competitors in this crowd-favorite event. Beer Stein Holding Contest: Test your strength and endurance in this traditional challenge. Parade: Don’t miss the festive parade down Main Street on Saturday morning @ 10a. Craft Vendors. Annual event. Rain or Shine. Parking: Free. Admission: Free. Event Web •

June 14, 2025 - FREDERICKSBURG CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL: Fredericksburg.
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June 15, 2025 - WAYLON'S BIRTHDAY BASH: Luckenbach. 1-5p. Luckenbach will host annual party and concert on Sunday to celebrate country performer legendary country performer Waylon Jennings, his life and music, and to raise funds for The Good Samaritan Center in Fredericksburg. Admission is a suggested $10 donation. Family-friendly event. 830-997-3224. Sponsor Web
June 19-21, 2025 - PEACH JAMBOREE, RODEO & DANCE: Stonewall, at the Jamboree Grounds, 250 Peach Street. Celebrate the bounty of local peaches. Grand Parade on Sat starts at 10a, line up at 8a. Activities include breakfast, rodeo, live music, dance, races, peach eating contest, peach seed spitting contest, peach auction, peach queen coronation, and children's peach patch. Parade: free. Rodeo: gate 6p; rodeo 8p. Ticket required, $25/p, under 13 free. 830-644-2735. Event Web. See special Portal focus page on "Peaches in the Hill Country"
June 20-22, 2025 - KERRVILLE RIVER FESTIVAL: Kerrville, at Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Drive. Noon-9:30p. Annual event that inspires and motivates community members to get outside for a fun day of outdoor adventure. A combination of Get Outdoors Day activities along with a lineup of great entertainment. Features local booths, exhibits, food, drinks, lots of live music, and activities designed for good old-fashion fun for the entire family. The Kids' Zone. Fireworks show. Presented by City of Kerrville Parks & Rec Dept. Admission: Free. Web. 830-257-7300, Kassie Phillips, 512-647-9124, kassierae@tseentertainment.com
June 21, 2025 - FREEDOM FEAST: Kingsland, at First Baptist Church, 3435 RR-1431. 4-7p. Annual event hosted by and benefits His Joshua House, features: Dinner options including brisket, pork butt, and sausage; live music; Door prizes; Raffles; Live and silent auctions. $25/p. 830-953-0769
June 21, 2025 - WINNER WINNER CHICKEN DINNER: Hye, at Garrison Brothers Distillery, 1827 Hye Albert Road. 11a-4p. Annual fundraiser supporting Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation. Fried Chicken Buffet with all trimmings. A good ol’ fashioned Texas celebration. All ages. Features live music, food, raffle, silent auction, live auction, and plenty more good times in the Texas sun. Proceeds to Johnson City and Stonewall Volunteer Fire Departments. Parking: free. Admission: Tkt. 830-392-0246. Web
June 28, 2025 - PAYTON COLONY COMMUNITY FREEDOM-JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION: Blanco, at Peyton Colony, 9 mi E of Blanco near FM-165 & RR-2325, at 593 Peyton Colony Rd, at schoolhouse grounds. Annual program by Peyton Colony Heritage Association. Live music, picker's circle, games. Potluck dinner 1-3p. Bring lawn chairs & come join us! Family friendly. Lucille: 512-779-4760. Facebook, Web
June 28, 2025 - RIVERFEST: Bandera: Cancelled

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July 3, 2025 - HILL COUNTRY FUN FEST: Spring Branch, at Jumbo Evans Sports Park, 101 Jumbo Evans Bvld (off US-281 between Spring Branch and Rebecca Creek Rd). 4:30-10p. Live music, family event, kids zone, food, drinks, merchandise booths. Fireworks Display at 9:40p. Fun for the whole family, all while supporting our park organizations many non-profits. Admission: $50/car at gate, max 6 people per car. 210-488-8063. Web
July 3, 2025 - HILL COUNTRY FUN FEST: Spring Branch, at Jumbo Evans Sports Park, 101 Jumbo Evans Bvld (off US-281 between Spring Branch and Rebecca Creek Rd). 4:30-10p. Live music, family event, kids zone, food, drinks, merchandise booths. Fireworks Display at 9:40p. Fun for the whole family, all while supporting our park organizations many non-profits. Admission: $50/car at gate, max 6 people per car. 210-488-8063. Web
July 3-6, 2025 - AQUABOOM FESTIVAL: Kingsland, at various locations. Annual event with children's parade, aqua boom land parade, arts & crafts vendors, cow'ographers Wild West Show, Reed Helicopter rides, steak and BBQ cook-off, patriotic dinner and fish fry, street dance, poker run, horseshoe pitch & washer toss, obstacle course race, raft race, rubber duckie race, boat parade, live music, pageant, golf tournament. 325-388-6211. Chamber Web, Event Web
July 4, 2025 - LAGO LIBERTY DAYS CELEBRATION: Lago Vista. 7:30a: Firecracker 5-10K @ Heather park, 21608 & 21714 Heather Dr; 10a: Parade on Dawn Dr; Dusk: Fireworks @ Bar-L-Park. Annual event. Rain or Shine. Parking: Free. Admission: Free. Web
July 4, 2025 - CELEBRATE 4TH OF JULY: Utopia, at Utopia Park, off FM-1050 at 241 Utopia Park Road. Parade at 4p. Fireworks at dark. 830-278-9416. Web
July 4, 2025 - FOURTH ON THE RIVER: Kerrville, at Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Dr, Downtown, on TX-16 & TX-98 at the bridge. 2-10p. Live music/concert, beer garden, vendor food and drinks, and children's' activities. Fireworks at night. Masks are welcome, but not required. Fireworks 9:30p. 1) No outside alcohol or glass containers. 2) No pets. 3) No firearms, fireworks, etc. 3) Ice chests and coolers are allowed, but will be searched. 4) Lawn chairs are encouraged! We will not provide seating. 5) No tents, large umbrellas, or canopies. Free annual event produced by the City, supervised by the Fire Dept and Parks Dept. 830-315-5483. Web
July 4, 2025 - RED, WHITE & BUDA: Buda, at Buda Amphitheater & City Park, 204 San Antonio Street. 9a-10p. We'll start the morning in Downtown bringing back our favorite 4th of July tradition . . the bike parade! Head back to the park for evening festivities with vendors, food, live music, and fireworks to end the night. Children's Parade is free. No registration required. Parade begins at 9:30a down Main Street to Buda City Park. Free children's activities from 9:30a to 11:30a at the park (bounce house, water slide and magician). Buda Chamber selling hot dogs. Fireworks show at City Park area at 9:30p. 512-295-7170, Event Web
July 4, 2025 - INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION: Comfort, at Historic Downtown District & Comfort Park at 403 TX-27, 4th & Main. 10a-3p. An All-American Independence Day celebration that's full of flag-waving family fun, floats, and delicious barbecue. Kid's Bike Parade: 9:30a. Main Parade in the Historic District: 10a. Beginning at 11a: Comfort Park activities include a Texas-style barbecue lunch (11a-1:30p); Miss Comfort Court Pageant: Noon at the Park Gazebo; live music; vendors; games for all ages; Red-White-Blue pie baking contest; arts & crafts. In town shops, eateries & wineries will be open. Free parking & admission. Annual event. Rose Burckhardt, 830-995-3131, Chamber Web, Event Web
July 4, 2025 - CANYON LAKE 4TH PARADE: Canyon Lake. Enjoy a slice of Americana and a Canyon Lake tradition. Flyover at 9:45 a. Parade begins 10a starting on W side of Startzville/Canyon Lake and ends on Old Sattler Road near the Tiger Stop Convenience Store, 2106 Old Sattler Rd. Traffic on FM-2673 will be stopped from about 9:50a until the parade ends. Participants include marching groups, antique auto aficionados, Jeeps, horseback riders, decorated cars, elected officials, business and political groups and more. Lunch follows immediately at the VFW, 7755 FM 2673, Canyon Lake. Hamburgers, hot dogs and French fries will be served.. Annual event. Parking: Free. Admission: Free. Sponsored by Startz Memorial VFW Post 8800, Web, 830-899-7774
July 4, 2025 - 4TH OF JULY PARADE & PATRIOTIC PROGRAM: New Braunfels, at Main Plaza. Parade at 9:15-11a. Old-Time 4th parade & program, a march back in time to small-town charm, simple pleasures, and wholesome fun. Parade begins at Castell & Bridge, turns onto San Antonio St, goes around Main Plaza, and ends at the intersection of Seguin Ave and Zink Street. Sponsored by the City and Sophienburg Museum and Archives. 830-629-1572. Web
July 4, 2025 - FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR: New Braunfels, at Dance Slab in Landa Park, 164 Landa Park Drive. 7p. Independence Day festivities. Live band concert performance. Sky diving performance at 9:15p. Best places to view fireworks are Landa Park; Landa Park Golf Course, 189 Golf Course Rd (seating begins 6p, putting greens off limits); Fredericksburg Baseball Fields, 300 Fredericksburg Rd, and Fischer Park, 1935 Hilltop Summit Rd. Annual event. Parking: Free. Admission: Free. Provided by City of New Braunfels, 830-221-4350, Web
July 4, 2025 - 4TH OF JULY PET PARADE: Bandera, at City Park, 1102 Maple Street. All pets from horses to turtles to dogs, birds, cats, etc. are welcome. No admission or pet entry fee. Registration begins at 9a; Costume judging at 9:30a; parade at 10a. Marlene, 830-796-3045. Annual event sponsored by Cowboy Capital Pet Assistance League. Event Web
July 4, 2025 - JULY 4TH PROGRAM - COMMUNITY PARADE & FIREWORKS: Fredericksburg, at Main Street, Marktplatz & various venues. 7:30a-11:30a. Old fashion parade (10a on Main St) and patriotic program. Children's parade, concert, horse racing and other local events. Fireworks at Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park, TX-16 S, 2 mi S of downtown, at dusk. Free, annual event. 830-997-6523. Chamber Web
July 4-5, 2025 - JULY JUBILEE, RODEO & INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE, VENDOR MARKET, CONCERT & STREET DANCE: Leakey, at Courthouse Square on US-83. Full details not available yet but following is typical: Sat: CPRA Jubilee Rodeo, 8p at RCJHC Rodeo Arena, 226 RR-336, full concessions, BYOB. Sat: Parade: 10a; Fri-Sat: Vendor Market on the Square, Fri: 9a-6p; Sat: 8a-2p, with arts/crafts vendors, food booths, food trucks, music. Sat: Concert & Street Dance, 7:30p. Frio Canyon Chamber of Commerce, 830-232-5222, Web
July 5, 2025 - BLACK RIFLE BLOCK PARTY: Boerne, at Black Rifle Coffee Company, 101 S Main Street. 5-9p. An evening packed with live music, bold food, and good vibes for the whole crew. Wiggle Waggle Train. Car Show. Annual event. 254-751-7958. Web
July 5-6, 2025 - LIVE QUARTER & THOROUGHBRED HORSE RACES: Fredericksburg, at Gillespie County Fairgrounds, 530 Fair Dr off TX-16, 2 mi S of town. Gates open noon; Post Time 2p. Horse racing the whole family can enjoy featuring a full slate of quarter horse, thoroughbred races, special races and trials at our Class 3 Track. Annual event, rain or shine. Admission: $10/p; Children (6-12): $5; under 5: free. 830-997-2359. Venue Web
July 7-13, 2025 - SPRING HO FESTIVAL: Lampasas, downtown. Beauty pageant, the Hayloft Party talent contest, the county fair, carnival, dance contest, the Kiddie Fishing Derby, arts and crafts, pet parade, diaper derby, barbecue cook-off. Friday night street dance. Saturday night concert. 512-556-5301. Web
July 10-12, 2025 - ROUND-UP WEEKEND RODEO, FESTIVAL & PARADE: Mason. Parade at 10a, will circle the Courthouse Square. All activities will then move to Heritage Park (off of Moody Street). Arts & crafts, food, races, games and rides for the kids. Live music: 11a-2p, Acoustic Song Swap. Rodeo held both Fri & Sat. 325-347-5758. Web
July 18-19, 2025 - STATE CHAMPIONSHIP BBQ COOK-OFF: Fredericksburg, at Gillespie County Fairgrounds, 530 Fair Dr just off TX-16, 2 mi S of town. Noon-4p. Sanctioned by Lone Star Barbecue Society. Venue Web, Event Web
July 18-19, 2025 - MARBLE FALLS OPEN-PRO RODEO: Marble Falls, at the Charley Taylor Rodeo Arena, 3053 US-281 about 5 mi S of Lake Marble Falls. Gates Open: 6:30p, Rodeo: 8p. Bull riding, bronc busting, barrel racing, live music and dance. Hosted by Marble Falls Rodeo Assn. Supports local charities and scholarships. Tickets available online or cash at the gate. 512-755-3969/5773, Facebook
July 19-20, 2025 - LIVE QUARTER & THOROUGHBRED HORSE RACES: Fredericksburg, at Gillespie County Fairgrounds, 530 Fair Dr off TX-16, 2 mi S of town. Gates open noon; Post Time 2p. Horse racing the whole family can enjoy featuring a full slate of quarter horse, thoroughbred races, special races and trials at our Class 3 Track. Annual event, rain or shine. Admission: $10/p; Children (6-12): $5; under 5: free. 830-997-2359. Venue Web
July 25, 2025 - SIZZLER DISC GOLF TOURNEY: Junction, at various locations. Top-O-Texas shot off of Lovers Leap on Loop 481 (Scenic View).... is where you meet to enter the competition to throw a disc into the basket at the bottom of the bluff. Sponsored by Junction Tourism, Disc Golf and Lions Club. Cost:$5/p; you do not have to be entered in the Disc Golf Tournament. Prize is the Disc Golf Freezer/Sizzler truck. These courses have 18 baskets each and located on both sides of Llano River in City and County Parks and at Junction Golf Club (ball golf) on FM-2169. Scenic parks have sidewalks, picnic areas, playgrounds, volleyball, basketball, restrooms and lots of shade from large pecan trees. Annual event. Hoyt Moss, 325-446-5087. Event Web
July 25-27, 2025 - HILL COUNTRY AUTO SWAP MEET: Fredericksburg, at Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park, TX-16 South. Fri-Sat 8a-5p, Sun 8a-Noon. Car Corral, flea market, concessions. Now hosted by Earhart Productions. Free annual event, free parking. 830-997-9581. Web
Jul 25-27, 2025 - RACE DAY CLASSIC STEER SHOW: Fredericksburg, at Gillespie County Fairgrounds, 530 Fair Dr just off TX-16, 2 mi S of town. All day. Event Web
July 26, 2025 - NATIONAL DAY OF THE AMERICAN COWBOY: Bandera, at County Courthouse Lawn, 500 Main Street. Start the day off with a Chuck Wagon Breakfast on the Courthouse Lawn starting at 9:30a. Featuring Bandera Cattle Company Gunfighters, Little Wrangler's Stick-Horse Races & Boot Scramble, Toe Tappin' Fiddler's, Singin' Cowboys, Storytellers, Native American Exhibits, Bucking Bulls, Chicken Ropin', Texas Rangers, Western Craftsmen, Picker's Circle and Blacksmiths all on the Historic Court House lawn. Stay for evening Rodeo. Family fun activities at Frontier Times Museum; and at Bandera Natural History Museum. 830-796-3280, Chamber Web
July 26, 2025 - HOT SUMMER ANTIQUE TRACTOR PULL: Boerne, at AgriCultural Museum & Arts Center, City Park, 102 City Park Road. 10a-4p. Watch 50+ antique tractors as they compete to pull the heaviest weight the furthest distance. Cost: Donations appreciated. 210-445-1080. Web
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Aug 1-2, 2025 - OLD SETTLERS' REUNION & CHRISTMAS IN THE CANYON: Camp Wood, at Lindbergh Park. A celebration of the Mission San Lorenzo de la Santa Cruz. Fri rodeo, Sat parade, fiddler competition, food, music, dances, arts, crafts, games, merchandise. Nominate who will be royalty King and Queen. Free annual event. Chamber sponsored. Jim Holder, 830-597-6241. Event Web, ncosrvendors@gmail.com
Aug 1-2, 2025 - BUSINESS EXPO: Kerrville, at Hill Country Youth Events Center, 3785 TX-27. 10a-3p. Sponsored by Kerrville Chamber. Annual event, free and open to the public. Featuring over 100 booths, come to interact & network with businesses, organizations & members of the Kerrville community. The Chamber's premier business-to-business networking event features exhibitors showcasing their services and products. Call the Chamber for display and sponsor opportunities. The weekend kicks off with the First Friday Wine Share and a preview of the Expo, and the Chamber "Mixer". 830-896-1155, Event Web
Aug 1-3, 2025 - FORMULA ONE BOAT RACES: Marble Falls, Johnson Park & Lakeside Park, entrance at Yett & Main St, 305 Buena Vista Drive. 8a-5p. The Chamber t premier powerboat racing event, the Battle on the Colorado River. Beverage tents and food trucks. Coolers not allowed. Kid friendly. Ticket required. 830-693-2815. Web. Note, this might sound familiar, but it is not LakeFest as in previous years.
Aug 2, 2025 - DISC GOLF TOURNAMENT: Kerrville, at Schreiner University Disc Golf Course, 2100 Memorial Blvd 9:30a. Kerrville Parks & Rec Dept and Schreiner University collaborating on a competitive morning outdoors for the community. Tournament play consists of teams of two playing the best disc with their teammate. Pre-registration is highly encouraged as the number of teams will be capped at 12. All 18 holes will be played and everyone will be responsible for keeping another person's score as well as their own. $40/p. Annual event. 830-257-7300, Sponsor Web
Aug 5, 2025 - NATIONAL NIGHT OUT: Hill-Country.

Aug 8-9, 2025 - RODEO, PARADE ON MAIN, DANCE, CAR SHOW, CLASS REUNIONS WEEKEND: Junction. Nathan Tonne, 254-212-9160, Chamber Web
• Hill Country Fair Associations Summer Classic Rodeo & Dance: Fri & Sat at Hill Country Fairgrounds, FM-2169. Gates: 6p, Rodeo: 7p. Dance under the stars each night after rodeo. Admission: Rodeo and Dance tickets: Adults: $10; Children: $6. Rodeo Event Web, Sponsor Facebook
• Parade: Sat, downtown, Main Street. 10-11a
• Martin Memorial Open Antique Car Show: Sat, at Kimble County Courthouse Square, 501 Main Street. 8a. Admission: Free. 325-446-5658. Event Web
• Class Reunions: All weekend, various locations
Aug 8-10, 2025 - PEDDLER SHOW: New Braunfels, at the Civic and Convention Center, 375 S Castell Avenue. Offers shoppers a one-of-a-kind shopping experience that can't be duplicated. Whether your style is trendy or traditional, classic or contemporary, you're sure to find that perfect gift here. Whether you're looking for personalized designs, creative gifts or unique jewelry, the Peddler Show has it all! It's the perfect street of shops-customized just for you! Don't miss the shopping experience designed to be as individual and unique as you are! Parking: free, Admission: $10/p. 512-358-1000. Web
Aug 14-15, 2025 - BLANCO COUNTY FAIR & RODEO: Johnson City, at Blanco County Fairgrounds & Show Barn, 619 US-281 N, just S of the Pedernales River bridge (Map). Sat: Parade downtown at 10a, Exhibit Hall, 43 Tournament, goat roping, youth rodeo, team roping, steer/goat/lamb shows. Annual event. Tickets can be purchased only on day of event. Tickets include Rodeo & Dance. Free parking. Katy Odiorne: 512-627-8272. Sponsor Web, Video
Aug 21-24, 2025 - GILLESPIE COUNTY FAIR: Fredericksburg, at Gillespie County Fairgrounds, 530 Fair Dr off TX-16, 2 mi S of town. This is the Grand Daddy of them all, and brings four action filled days and nights at the "oldest, continuously running county fair in Texas". Whether it's the carnival, the livestock and agricultural exhibits, or the arts & crafts, the thrill of horse racing or dancing under the hill country sky to the country show of a nationally known performer, this weekend is sure to bring smiles to the entire family. All day. 830-997-2359. Venue Web
Aug 28, 2025 - BUSINESS SHOWCASE: San Marcos, at San Marcos Conference Center, 1001 E McCarty Lane. 10a-2p. Annual event. This event is a great way to boost your brand awareness in front of new and existing customers! With this fun tailgate-party theme, everyone will be excited about the season and dress in their favorite team colors! At noon there will be a halftime show and big boost in attendance. This is the largest business event in San Marcos. Don't miss out! Be a part of it. This makes the perfect place to meet current and future customers and clients! 512-393-5900, Event Web
Aug 28-31, 2025 - PALOMINO FEST & PRO RODEO: Uvalde, at Uvalde County Fairplex, 215 Veterans Lane. Labor Day weekend celebration. Carnival, live music. 830-591-7343. Event Web
Aug 29-31, 2025 - KENDALL COUNTY FAIR, STOCK SHOW & RODEO: Boerne, at Kendall County Fair Grounds, 1307 River Road. 8p. Annual event with Queen's Pageant on Thurs night; Rodeo on Fri & Sat; & Bull Riding Extreme on Sun; Livestock show on Sat & Sun; and great exhibits in the Homestead Heritage Exhibit Hall. Live entertainment on the main stage all weekend long along with lots of retail vendors for shopping and a variety of food vendors to meet everyone's taste. Don't forget the Parade on Main St on Sat morning. 210-834-1282. Venue Web, Event Web
Aug 31, 2025 - TARPLEY LABOR DAY PARADE & BBQ: Tarpley, at Tarpley Park, 264 Valentine Ln at FM-462 & 470. 11a-2p. Sponsored by Tarpley VFD. Includes Labor Day parade, BBQ, raffle & auction. Parade: 11a; BBQ: 11a-2p. Plates: $10, includes drink and dessert. Silent auction 10:30a-12:30. Live Auction: 1:15p. Bring lawn chair and sit under shady oak trees. 830-562-3403, Web
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Sep 6, 2025 - EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS EXPO: Kerrville, at TBD-ck web 9a-4p. Features 30+ vendors and exhibitors who have experience and know-how to deal with unexpected emergencies, and who want to share that with others in our community. Representatives available from American Red Cross, Salvation Army, Kerrville Public Utility Board (KPUB), Kerr County Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), Hill Country Preppers, Team Rubicon, Texas Baptist Men, local volunteer fire departments. These people will be on hand to meet with citizens, answer their questions and inform them on the right way to prepare for, recover from and mitigate disasters. Topics: how to store food and water and the continuance of business in times of hardships; personal defense and more. Whether the disaster that strikes is natural or man-made, information will be available that everyone will find helpful. Indoors. Parking: Free. Admission: Free. Prepper Web; Event Web, Dub Thomas, 830-315-2430, wthomas@co.kerr.tx.us
Sep 9, 2025 - BUSINESS EXPO: New Braunfels, at the Civic and Convention Center, 375 S Castell Avenue. With 1,500+ attendees, this event is the perfect platform to promote your business and engage with potential customers. Offers opportunities for businesses, large and small, to promote themselves, generate sales leads, showcase their products & services, and network with other businesses in the area. Attendees come to enjoy food, drinks, entertainment, and door prizes while having the chance to learn about businesses in the New Braunfels area. With a day and evening show, there are countless possibilities for you to meet with local businesses. Web
Sep 12, 2025 - HUNTER'S ROUNDUP: Uvalde, at County Fairplex, 215 Veterans Lane. 5p-11p. Annual event with music, food for everyone to enjoy, vendor booths and exhibits, numerous community and civic group raffles, BBQ Cook-off. Free if show hunting license, otherwise $10/p. 830-591-9040. Web. See special Portal focus page on "Hunting & Fishing in the Hill Country
Sep 13, 2025 - TAILGATING & STREET DANCE: New Braunfels, at New Braunfels Conservation, 1300 Church Hill Dr, in Historic Old Town. 830-629-2943. Sat 7-10p. Put on your favorite college team jersey for a night of fine grilled foods, live music and dancing in the streets of Old Town! Parking: Free. Admission: $100/p. Web
Sep 13-14, 2025 - FALL PECAN STREET FESTIVAL: Bee Cave, at new venue: Hill Country Galleria, 12700 Hill Country Blvd, Hill Country Galleria, Central Plaza. Enjoy this year's beloved art and music festival. Web
Sep 19-20, 2025 - PRCA RODEO: Lampasas. All day event. Web
Sep 20, 2025 - TASTE HIGHLAND LAKES FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL: Kingsland, at The Legends, 105 Rangeway Circle. Noon-4p. Taste, Explore, Indulge. A festival event full of tastes from the region's leaders in food, beverage & spirits. Benefits Kingsland's youth. Annual event. Rain or Shine. Parking: Free. Admission: Ticket required $75/p, available at: Event Web; Sponsored by Kingsland Chamber of Commerce, 325-388-6211, Chamber Web
Sep 20, 2025 - OLD YELLER DAY: Mason, at Heritage Park, 424 Moody Street, just off the Mason Square. 9a-2p. Celebrate the frontier and cultural heritage of Mason, as well as Fred Gipson, Mason native and author of Old Yeller. Arts & crafts booths, food, games, performers, authors, and dog parade are just some of the annual festivities. A free rabies clinic for the first 50 pets is also hosted that day, courtesy of Ole Yellow Animal Rescue. A showing of the film Old Yeller at the historic Odeon Theater on the square completes the day's activities. Parking: free, Admission: Free. Hosted by Mason County Eckert Memorial Library. Cristi Slocum, 325-347-5446. Chamber Web, Event Web
Sep 24-28, 2025 - COMAL COUNTY FAIR & RODEO: New Braunfels, at Comal County Fairgrounds, 701 E Common Street. Largest county fair in central Texas. Bull riding, chili cooking, carnival rides, exhibits, competitions (baking, arts, more), kid's activities (baby barn yard where kids can interact with animals; H-E-Buddy kid zone). Parade: 9a. Admission: Adults $10/p; kids 6-11: $5. Rodeo seating: $20 to $25/p. 830-625-1505. Event Web
Sep 27, 2025 - MEDINA LAKE CAJUN FESTIVAL: Lakehills, Civic Center, 11225 Park Rd 37 and 15th St, W Lakehills. 10a-9p. Two dance floors featuring top Cajun and Zydeco bands from the heart of Louisiana. Ever popular gumbo cook-off. Great homemade Cajun food including crawfish pie, jambalaya, fried fish and shrimp, red beans & rice, crawfish etouffee, boudin jalapeno poppers, bread pudding, and pecan pralines, served all day long. Arts & Crafts and children's activities. Annual event, rain or shine. Parking: Free and shuttle service available. Admission: Ticket required, $15/p, children 10 and under free. 830-460-0600. Event Web
Sep 27, 2025 - BERTRAM OATMEAL FESTIVAL: Bertram and in neighboring Oatmeal, 3 mi SW of Bertram. Sat: 8a-10p; Sun: 10a-4p. Starts at downtown Bertram, on Grange & Vaughn Streets. Annual even celebrates Oatmeal Texas with a 3K run, pet parade, BBQ, pageants, vendors, food, live music, dance, bake off, washer-pitching & cornhole tournament, kid's activities and grand & parade. The parade finale is a plane dropping oatmeal over the people lining the route. Admission: Free. 432-488-9284. Event Web, Facebook
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Oct 3-5, 2025 - OKTOBERFEST: Fredericksburg, at Marktplatz (Market Square, 100 block of W Main St, downtown). Open Fri 6p-Midnight; Sat 10a-Midnight, Sun 11a-6p. A colorful, festive, annual celebration of Fredericksburg's German heritage. Family entertainment featuring two stages and two tents with continuous oompah music, Oktobefest, waltz and yodel contest, keg tapping and brewmeister meetings, stein hois, arts & crafts, children's fun area in Kinder Park, a German bier tent, and Oktoberfest Vineyard area, plus delicious food and drink ... all weekend long! Admission: $15/adult, $1 kids ages 7-12, kids under 6 are free. Adult two-day tickets are $15 and three-day tickets are $20. 830-997-4810. Web
Oct 4, 2025 - BOERNE BOOK FESTIVAL: Boerne, at Patrick Heath Public Library, 451 N. Main Street. 10a-4p. Features great authors, activities, and entertainment for the entire family. Includes author panels, arts & crafts, book signings, artist demos and more! Free annual event. Event Web, presented by Boerne Library: Sponsor Web. Caren Creech, 830-249-3053. Event Web
Oct 10-11, 2025 - AVIATION DISCOVERY FEST: San Marcos, at San Marcos Regional Airport, CAF Hanger, 1841 Airport Drive. 10a-4p. Parking: Free. 512-396-1943, Web, Map
Oct 10-12, 2025 - TEXAS MESQUITE & FINE ART FESTIVAL: Fredericksburg, at Marktplatz (Market Square, 100 block of W Main St, downtown). World's absolute finest mesquite wood artisans showcase their handcrafted mesquite products. Items range from large furniture items such as beds, dressers and chairs made entirely from mesquite, to unique craft and gift items such as beautifully turned lamps, delicate scroll work, handsome pen and pencil sets, unique Christmas tree ornaments and sculpted vases. Parking: Free. Admission: Free 830-997-8515. Sponsor Web; Event Web
Oct 10-12, 2025 - PIG ROAST: Johnson City, at Blanco County Fairgrounds, US-281 North. Fri: 7a to Sun: 1p. Proceeds benefit Cherokee Home for Children. Annual event with free pig roast, Poker Run, night bike show, free camping on the Pedernales River, self-contained RV area. BBQ on Sat, bands Fri-Sat nights, and more. $30 per person, age 11 and up. Under 21 must be accompanied by an adult. Must have ID. Children and dogs allowed (but must be on leashes). Rain or shine. Event Web. Sandie Benoist, 512-556-5579
Oct 12, 2025 - HONEYCREEK FESTIVAL: Spring Branch, at St Joseph Catholic Church, 25781 TX-46 West. 10a-4p. With free admission, you, your family and friends can join this popular community event combining German heritage foods with Tex-Mex fun and festivities. Games, music, arts and crafts, activities and auctions. Web. Margaret Ousset, 830-885-5130, margaret@getousset.com
Oct 17-18, 2025 - LONE STAR GOURD FESTIVAL: Dripping Springs, at Ranch Park, 1042 Event Center Drive. Presented by the Texas Gourd Society. Nationwide gourd art competition, gourd supply vendors, kid's gourd raft area, door prizes and raffles. Venue Web
Oct 17-19, 2025 - SONGWRITER'S FESTIVAL: Dripping Springs, at various venues. Highlighted by a list of esteemed local and national songwriting talent, this annual event features 20+ song-packed shows a day. Audiences will be treated to a wide variety of finely-crafted songs and the people and stories behind them as groups of songwriters play "in-the-round", Nashville-style. The performance stages will be hosted by various hot spots located along the historic Mercer Street walkway in downtown. No wristbands necessary because daily admission is free! Capping off the excitement of each day, the Main Stage will host an elite headliner showcase that will feature some very extraordinary songwriting talent. Event Web
Oct 18, 2025 - HARVEST TIME ANTIQUE TRACTOR PULL: Boerne, at AgriCultural Museum & Arts Center, City Park, 102 City Park Road. 10a-4p. Watch 50+ antique tractors as they compete to pull the heaviest weight the furthest distance. Gun raffle fundraiser. Cost: Donations appreciated. 210-445-1080. Web
Oct 18, 2025 - BARKTOBERFEST: Boerne, at Boerne Main Plaza, 100 N. Main Street. 9a-4p. Complete with local beer vendors, music, food trucks, raffle prizes, pet adoptions, a petting zoo, doggy dash races, and more. A Purrr-fect Event. Annual event. Rain or Shine. Parking: Free. Admission: Free. Presented by Hill Country Animal League. 830-249-8041, Event Web
Oct 18, 2025 - DIA DE LOS MUERTOS FESTIVAL - NEW BRAUNFELS: New Braunfels, at Downtown, 500 Main Plaza. Noon-10p. Community festival Hispanic culture in New Braunfels. Two stages with live music, face painting is an integral part of Dia de Los Muertos and we will have two dedicated face painting stations with a ton of talented artists on hand to transform your look. There is something for everyone at this festival, especially the kiddos! Special area just for kids with games, activities, and craft making. Food, beer, art and crafts, food jewelry, decorations, food, clothing, accessories. Annual event. Admission: Free. Event Web. Mary Ann Labowski, 830-515-0169, nbdiadelosmuertos@gmail.com
Oct 18-19 & 25-26, 2025 - PARADE OF HOMES: A public tour of 11 beautifully decorated new, custom, spectacular homes located throughout Texas Hill Country. Presented by the Hill Country Builders Association and Security State Bank & Trust. $15/weekend. Self-guided tour. Take both weekends to view homes. Sat: 10a-6p; Sun: Noon-6p. Wear comfortable easy to remove shoes. You will need to remove your shoes. Please wear socks and carry your shoes with you. No Animals permitted. Info & tickets online: Web. 830.307-8755; info@hillcountrybuilders.org
Oct 22-26, 2025 - FOOD & WINE FEST: Fredericksburg, at Main Street, Marktplatz. The premier culinary and wine experience in the Texas Hill Country, showcasing food, wine, craft beverage and Texas Hill Country culture. Annual event sponsored by the Chamber. Admission: Ticket required. 830-997-5000. Web
Oct 25, 2025 - HILL COUNTRY INDIAN ARTIFACTS SHOW: Fredericksburg, at Lady Bird Johnson Park, Pioneer Pavilion Hall, on TX-16 S. 8a-4p. Features wide variety of finest Texas artifacts and arrowheads, jewelry, trade beads, books, T-Shirts, display cases, collectibles and super door prizes all day. Annual event, $5 fee. Sponsor Web. Rob Bartell, 830-626-5561
Oct 25, 2025 - SQUARED SILLY: Lampasas, at the Historic Downtown Lampasas Courtyard Square. 5-7:30p. Annual event. Fun and free event for the whole family. A safe and fun event for local youth and all! Activities include a hay ride, costume contest for children and families! A not-so-scary haunted house, bounce houses and many more family-friendly games. Parking: Free. Admission: Free. Sponsored by Vision Lampasas, 512-556-5172, Event Web
Oct 25, 2025 - BOERNE BOO!: Boerne, downtown, at the Patrick Heath Public Library, 451 N Main Street. 4-7p. A Spooktacular Event. A fall festival hosted each year around Halloween by the City of Boerne. Join us for a ghastly good time at this free family-friendly event with arts and crafts, trick or treating, bounce houses, carnival games, food trucks, music, and of course lots of candy and prizes! To top off all the fun, there is a costume contest for kids, adults and new category by popular demand... pets, so be sure to come dressed to impress! Free. 830-248-1635. Web
Oct 31, 2025 - FAMILY FRIGHT NIGHT: Kerrville, at Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Drive. 5:30-8p. Invitation to all ghosts, goblins, and creatures of the night to join us for an evening of safe and traditional family fun. Activities will include trick or treating, bounce houses, games, a costume contest, and more! Food will be on-site available for purchase. Annual event. Parking: Free. Admission: Free. 830-257-7300. Web
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Nov 1, 2025 - HUNTERS BLOWOUT: Menard, at Club Victoria. 7-11p. Chili, beans, rice, tamales, guns, raffles & music. BYOB, set ups provided. Chamber: 325-396-2365. Chamber Web
Nov 1, 2025 - ARTS & CRAFTS FALL FAIR: Utopia, at Town Square, on TX-187, 485 Main Street. 9a-4p. 60+ booths displaying handmade items cover the entire town square. Crafted items vary from jewelry to soap to photographs to wooden creations and much more. High school senior class serves a wonderful BBQ plate lunch as a fund-raiser for their senior trip. Fair ambiance includes live music, face painting, and much more to entertain and experience. Annual free event. Booths available. Sponsored by Utopia Arts and Crafts Guild: Facebook, Facebook. Diana Wise: 830-966-4159, utopiafallfair@gmail.com
Nov 2, 2025 - EMPTY BOWLS PROJECT: Dripping Springs, at Ranch Park and Event Center, 1042 Event Center Drive. 11a-2p. A family-fun annual event where the community comes together to share a wonderful meal, live music, fellowship, and most importantly, support our neighbors in need. 20+ restaurants prepare and donate dozens of soups that are each distinct and delicious. Guests select the perfect bowl to take home. For your $25 admission, you can choose from over 1000 beautiful and unique hand-thrown bowls and hand painted bowls are created by local artists and potters. Support for neighbors in need. Benefits DS Helping Hands food pantry. Tickets at the door. 512-858-4740. Web
Nov 7-16, 2025 - WURSTFEST: New Braunfels, at Landa Park, 178 Landa Park Drive. Annual celebration rich in German culture and full of Texas fun! Salute to sausage. njoy good food, music, dancing, exciting carnival rides and games, German, Texan and domestic beer, special events and the finest in Alpine and Bavarian Style Entertainment. Texas version of Munich's Oktoberfest. 830-625-9167. Web

Nov 8, 2025 - BREWS & BALLOONS ON LAKE TRAVIS: Lago Vista. 512-267-7952, Chamber Web. See event details at Beer, Breweries & Beer Events Focus Topic Page

Nov 22, 2025 - HOLIDAY LIGHTED PARADE: Kerrville, at Peterson Plaza & City Hall, 700 Main Street, downtown. 6-8p. Officially welcome the holiday season with a lighted parade and the arrival of Santa Claus on his signature fire truck. The parade starts at the corner of the G St Bridge and Water Street. Then westbound on Water St, turn right on Earl Garrett St, and end at Kerr County Courthouse. After parade, enjoy "Lights the Island" to officially welcome the holiday season. Enjoy cheerful decorations and a stunning light display on Tranquility Island near Louise Hays Park from the Saturday before Thanksgiving up until the beginning of January! . Annual free event. 830-257-7300. Web
Nov 24-Dec 19, 2025 - CHRISTMAS WINE AFFAIR: Sip and sample at 50+ participating Hill Country wineries on a self-guided tour. Your $100/p signature passport ticket benefits include complimentary wine tasting and discounts on bottle purchases. Web
Nov 28-29, 2025 - DICKENS ON MAIN: Boerne, at Hill Country Mile, 100 Main Street. Noon-9p. Annual, free event. Food, drink, costumed shopkeepers, wassail, arts and crafts, caroling, Santa, stage & street performers, carriage rides. Stores open at 10a each day. Mary Woods, 830-248-1617, Web
Nov 29, 2025 - CHRISTMAS IN COMFORT: Comfort, at downttown Historic District. 10a-9p. 130+ arts & crafts booths, food court, holiday activities. Shops decorated for Christmas & brimming with gifts. Live Music. Weinachten Lichter (Christmas Lights) Parade at 7p, and Fireworks Display. Library book sale. Visit from Santa for photos. Free annual event. No pets. 830-995-3131. Chamber Web, Event Web

Nov 29, 2025 - SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY:
At local merchants throughout the Texas Hill Country. The day we celebrate the Shop Small movement to drive shoppers to local merchants. Held on the 1st Sat after Thanksgiving. Web
Nov-Dec, 2025 - COWBOY CHRISTMAS: Bandera. See Santa on Saturdays as Bandera celebrates the holidays! Festive decorations and lights in the City Park and at the County Courthouse: 11/24/25 - 1/1/26. Enjoy treats while shopping specials with local merchants on Sat 12/13/25. Don't Forget our 2nd Annual Scavenger Hunt! Starts Fri 12/12/25 at 10a. Winners and prizes announced Sun Dec 14th. 951-757-2118. Web
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Dec 5, 2025 - LIGHT THE NIGHT CHRISTMAS PARADE & AFTERGLOW: Fredericksburg, at Main St, downtown. Parade: 6:30p. Santa is coming to town. Seating along the Main Street Parade route, between the intersections of Washington and Bowie streets, is free! After the parade, head to Marktplatz for AfterGlow, including free photos with Santa and Ms Claus in Peppermint Platz, presented by Methodist Hill Country. Local wines available for sale, along with food options. Rain or shine. Presented by H-E-B. 830-997-5000. Web
Dec 6, 2025 - HILL COUNTRY TOY RUN: Johnson City. Starting at Johnson City Courthouse at 9a (arrive early at 8a for social time with coffee and donuts), the Bikers Toy Run heads west and swings through Fredericksburg, then up TX-16 N through Llano to the small town of Cherokee, picking up bikers along the way. We ride independently until we get to Cherokee where we gather together and ride into the Cherokee Children's Home together. The home makes us lunch and we give out presents and give the children rides, weather permitting. Usually we leave about 1-2p. One present per person or cash. With Santa and sleigh full of wrapped presents purchased through donations and proceeds from the Johnson City Pig Roast, the children of the Cherokee Home will be wide-eyed and smiling as Christmas joy is delivered and the motorcycle enthusiasts share a meal with the children and spend the afternoon with them to make their day special. Event open to all. No fee. Motorcycle encouraged. Faceebook/a>, Event Web. Contact: Sandie Benoist, 512-564-0801, sandie.benoist@gmail.com See special Portal focus page on "All Things Motorcycling in the Hill Country"
Dec 6, 2025 - CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK: Menard, at Low Water Crossing Park, 301 Decker Street. 4p. Come enjoy Santa in the park with drinks, sweets and treats! Take a walk in the park through the Christmas lights. Free event. Web. Cherry Swindall: 325-396-2365
Dec 20, 2025 - NATIONAL WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA DAY: Our mission to Remember, Honor and Teach is carried out by coordinating wreath-laying ceremonies at Arlington National Cemetery, as well as at more than 1,600 locations in all 50 states, at sea and abroad. Join us by sponsoring a veteran's wreath at a cemetery near you, volunteering or donating to a local fundraising group. Known nearby participating cemeteries include: Blanco Historic Cemetery; St. Mary's; Mt Horeb; Twin Sisters; McKinney Loop; and more. Wreaths Across America will support you in becoming a Location Coordinator for a cemetery in your area. There is no cost to become a participating location and host a Wreaths Across America ceremony. Local contact: Candy Cargill, Wreaths Across Blanco County, 830-833-4591. Sponsor Web
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