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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 for festivals & featured, major events, but only in the Hill Country. Not for events outside this geographic area. See area definition at: Hill Country Region

And, this calendar is only for festivals and major featured events. This calendar is not for activities of a lower scale or for very local interest, the latter of which are posted on a NEW dedicated page for "Local Activities & Fun Things To Do", at Activities

Yes, there is a lot of overlap between these two categories of gatherings, so be sure to check both dedicated pages.

Also see special calendars on our other focus pages dedicated to Beer Events, Car Shows, Market & Trade Days, Motorcycling Events, Pet Events, Quilting Events, Wine Events and others. See detailed navigation menu at the top of every page.

For each town, be sure to also check out the profile page in this Portal site to see full details for that town.

Plan your own festival trail or event trail through the Texas Hill Country with this convenient list. Be sure to verify dates and times before heading out.

When you visit the festivals listed here, please tell them you found their information in the Hill Country Portal web site.

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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 - FIRST DAY HIKE: At most Texas State Parks. Start your new year with a walk in the park! Texas State Parks and parks across the nation will host First Day Hikes on Jan 1. You can also attend a star party or enjoy a campfire. Life is better outdoors! Annual family event. Normal park entrance fees apply; no additional fee for hikes. Sponsor Web, Event Web. See our Portal special focus topic page on Hill Country: Parks & Lakes

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 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"

Jan 31-Feb 8, 2025 - 60TH HILL COUNTRY TRAIL RIDE: Annual (since 1965) trail ride with horseback riders and camp wagons. Each club starts at a different location with camping along the way to the Arena in San Antonio. Sanctioned by the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo. Rain or Shine. Parking: Free. Free to watch. Entry fee required to ride, camp and eat. Mission of the trail rides is to provide scholarships for youth of Texas while teaching and maintaining traditions for future generations. Eleven Hill Country riding clubs participate. 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 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

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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 2, 2025 - INDEPENDENCE DAY FIREWORKS SHOW: Canyon Lake, at Mountain Top, 3/4 mi N of Granny D's, at 14312 FM 306, on the north side of Canyon Lake, on the north side of Canyon Lake. Look for the Texas flag on the hill. Spectators will not be allowed on site. 8p. Annual event. Parking & admission: Free

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 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 10-14, 2025 - FRONTIER FAMILY FUN DAYS-SPRING BREAK EXTRAVAGANZA: Bandera, at Frontier Times Museum, 510 13th St, 1 block N of County Courthouse. 10a-4p. Projects, crafts, pony rides, demonstrations, animal show. Everyday Wagon Rides at 1a-3p and arts & craft activities. Mon Pioneer Day toys & games. Tue art. On Wed see Sheep Shenanigans wool demonstration, Thur Rodeo, Fri Cowboy Day with a chuckwagon cobbler, longhorn and live music. Annual event. Parking: Free. Admission: Ticket required, $50 Family Membership for all activities all week, and the whole year. 830-796-3864. Sponsor 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 St. Peters Street, 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 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 28-30, 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

Mar 29, 2025 - HILL COUNTRY LAWN & GARDEN SHOW: Burnet, at Burnet County Agrilife Extension Office Auditorium, 607 N Vandeveer. 10a-4p. Show and sale of native plants and techniques for beauty and survival in the Texas Hill Country. Indoor and outdoor activities. Artisans, handicrafters and gardeners enjoying the love of horticulture and gardening. Vendors offering all types of plants, along with garden and outdoor inspired products and services. Master gardeners will be presenting on gardening topics. Kids' booth with activities for all ages. A beautiful quilt will be shown, accepting donations for a chance to win it. Food. Annual event. Texas AgriLife Extension Service and Highland Lakes Master Gardener Assn (HLMGA) sponsors. Sponsor Web, 512-756-3059

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Apr 3-6, 2025 - MASON CHAMBER MUSIC FEST: Thurs-Sun. Free. 325-347-5758. 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 5-6, 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 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 - 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 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 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 - 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: 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 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 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

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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 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 2-3, 2025 - HOWDY-ROO CHILI COOK-OFF & BARBEQUE COOK-OFF: Granite Shoals, at at Quarry Park, 2221 N Phillips Ranch Road. Web

May 3, 2025 - SAENGERFEST: New Braunfels, historic downtown, at 500 Main Plaza, on San Antonio Street. Noon-10p. Annual festival offers wine and beer tastings, and live music/entertainment. Live music on 2 stages. Wander the shops of historic downtown while listening to live music, sampling wine and craft beer from a variety of Texas-based vendors, participating in family-friendly activities, and munching on treats from local food trucks. New: Lil Saenger kids area with family-friendly activities & entertainment; the Kuhl Zone with space for guests to sit down and cool-off. Proceeds benefit Downtown Association and New Braunfels Parks Foundation. Admission: free. Wine and beer tickets and souvenir glasses can be purchased at event or pre-order online. 830-221-4277. Web

May 3-5, 2025 - REDBUD ARTISAN MARKET: Fredericksburg. 512-660-3328. 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 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 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 - FREDERICKSBURG CRAB FESTIVAL: Fredericksburg, at Marktplatz (Market Square) Pavilion, 126 W Main St (corner Main and TX-16 S). 830-456-2698. 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. Parade: Sat am. Annual event. Admission: Ticket required. Active military and veterans with valid ID: Free. 830-522-0054. Sponsor 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

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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"

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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 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 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

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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

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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 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

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Nov 8, 2025 - BREWS & BALLOONS ON LAKE TRAVIS: Lago Vista. Stay tuned for details. 512-267-7952, Chamber 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

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