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Cavern Bat Fest in October at Natural Bridge Caverns

Cavern Bat Fest in October at Natural Bridge Caverns

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Natural Bridge Caverns 26495 Natural Bridge Caverns Road, San Antonio

Cavern Bat Fest takes place every weekend in October at Natural Bridge Caverns, beginning October 3–4 and continuing October 10–11, October 17–18, October 24–25, and October 31–November 1. The seasonal celebration features family-friendly activities, live local music, photo opportunities, yard games, and attractions throughout the park. Free activities include a mini hay maze for children, ... Read more

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Sundrop Springs Fall Festival at Sundrop Springs

Sundrop Springs Fall Festival at Sundrop Springs

Sundrop Springs 953 Hueco Springs Loop Rd, New Braunfels

Sundrop Springs hosts its Fall Festival from September 28 through October 27 at its 22-acre farm in New Braunfels. The family-friendly celebration features a hayride, pumpkin patch, fall maze, jumping pillow, corn clay pit, live entertainment, food, and other seasonal activities. General admission is $19 for ages 12 and older, $14 for children ages 4 ... Read more

Gruene Market Days in Gruene Historic District

Gruene Market Days in Gruene Historic District

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Gruene Historic District 1281 Gruene Rd, New Braunfels

Gruene Market Days is a long-running monthly tradition that has been part of the Gruene Historic District for more than 30 years, showcasing the work of nearly 100 artisans from across Texas. Visitors can browse a wide variety of handmade goods, including artisan crafts, uniquely designed home items, and packaged Texas-made foods, all set in ... Read more

Family Storytime at New Braunfels Public Library

Family Storytime at New Braunfels Public Library

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New Braunfels Public Library 700 E Common St, New Braunfels,

Families with young children can enjoy stories, songs, and hands-on activities during Family Storytime at the New Braunfels Public Library. Designed for all ages, this weekly program encourages early literacy development through interactive storytelling, music, and creative play. Children and caregivers will share books, sing songs, explore counting activities, and learn about colors and shapes ... Read more

Saturday at the Vineyard at Dry Comal Creek Vineyards

Saturday at the Vineyard at Dry Comal Creek Vineyards

Dry Comal Creek Vineyards 1741 Herbelin Rd., New Braunfels

Spend Saturday at Dry Comal Creek Vineyards on October 17 with Uncle’s Family Kitchen pizzas and charcuterie available from noon to 5 pm. Live music by Don Reilly will take place from 2 to 5 pm. Reservations for tastings are strongly encouraged.

Sunset Reverie at Painting With A Twist

Sunset Reverie at Painting With A Twist

Painting With A Twist 1551 N. Walnut Ave, Ste 20, New Braunfels

Painting With A Twist in New Braunfels hosts Sunset Reverie on Saturday, October 17, from 3:30 to 5:30 pm. Participants ages 13 and up can create a sunset-inspired painting with guidance from instructor Chanlee L. The class is $36 per person.

Floral Pumpkins at Painting With A Twist

Floral Pumpkins at Painting With A Twist

Painting With A Twist 1551 N. Walnut Ave, Ste 20, New Braunfels

Painting With A Twist in New Braunfels hosts Floral Pumpkins on Saturday, October 17, from 6 to 8 pm. Participants ages 13 and up can create a festive pumpkin-themed painting featuring floral elements, with guidance from instructor Avery. The class is $36 per person.

Smoky Mountain River at Painting With A Twist

Smoky Mountain River at Painting With A Twist

Painting With A Twist 1551 N. Walnut Ave, Ste 20, New Braunfels

Painting With A Twist in New Braunfels hosts Smoky Mountain River on Saturday, October 17, from 7 to 9 pm. Participants ages 13 and up can create a scenic mountain river painting with guidance from instructor Chanlee L. The class is $36 per person.