🔥Your Guide to Weekend Fun in New Braunfels

March 28, 2025

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🎉 WEEKEND IS HERE, NEW BRAUNFELS!

There’s no shortage of things happening around town as we roll into Easter weekend—from big updates on river access to new job opportunities and a stunning Hill Country home for sale. Let's dive in!

INSIDE TODAY’S EMAIL:

🛑 Why there’s a new fence at the Faust Street Bridge

📆 The best things to do in New Braunfels this weekend

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🚫 NEW FENCE INSTALLED AT FAUST STREET BRIDGE TO DETER TRESPASSERS

City officials crack down on illegal river access ahead of tubing season

With tubing season heating up, New Braunfels has officially installed a metal, sharp-tipped fence near the Faust Street Bridge to stop ongoing trespassing and public safety issues.

The area beneath the bridge had become a hot spot for unauthorized river access, dangerous jumps, and littering.

The City made it clear: this is not a public park, and much of the land isn't city property. The bridge remains open to pedestrians, but access to the river from this point is now strictly off-limits.

Instead, locals and visitors are encouraged to enjoy the river responsibly from designated parks like Prince Solms and Cypress Bend.

🐾 PUPPY PLAYLAND EGG-STRAVAGANZA CANCELED

The tail-wagging Easter fun will have to wait

The Puppy Playland Egg-Stravaganza originally planned for Saturday has been canceled.

The event was set to feature a puppy egg hunt, dog-friendly games, and photos with the Easter Bunny.

No word yet on whether it will be rescheduled—stay tuned.

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SNEAK PEEK AT THIS WEEKEND👀

Here’s What’s Going On Around Town

Friday
🎨 Painting With A Twist – Das Rec
🎶 Sunny Sweeney live – Gruene Hall
🎶 Silverada – Riley's Tavern
🎭 EN VIVO! THEATRICAL PRESENTS END OF THE RAINBOW – Brauntex Theatre
🎤 Tiffiny Dawn – Krause’s Cafe
🎮 E-Sports Video Game Club – New Braunfels Public Library

Saturday
🌼 Spring Fever Fest – Natural Bridge Caverns
🎭 EN VIVO! THEATRICAL PRESENTS END OF THE RAINBOW – Brauntex Theatre
🕺 2000s vs. Pop-Punk Blacklight Show – Weighted Plate
🎸 The Marshall Tucker Band – Gruene Hall
🛶 Guided Kayaking – Fischer Park Nature Education Center
🎶 Rich Lockhart – Krause’s Cafe
👋 Council Connect w/ Councilmember Labowski – New Braunfels Public Library
📚 Family Storytime – New Braunfels Public Library
📚 Local Author Fair – New Braunfels Public Library

Sunday
🌼 Spring Fever Fest – Natural Bridge Caverns
🧘 Yoga In The Park – Fischer Park Nature Education Center
🎶 Kade Isakson live – Krause's Cafe

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👷‍♀️ CITY JOB FAIR COMING SOON TO NEW BRAUNFELS CITY HALL

Hiring event promises on-the-spot interviews and new career opportunities

Looking to start a new career? The City of New Braunfels is hosting a Job Fair on Wednesday, April 23rd, from 4 pm to 7 pm at City Hall. Dozens of part-time, full-time, and seasonal roles are up for grabs in departments like Parks, Police, Fire, Library, and more.

Come meet with city staff, get details on pay and benefits, and even land an interview on the spot. It’s a great opportunity to serve your community—and maybe walk away with a new job offer the same day.

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🏡 FIND A HOME FRIDAY: HILL COUNTRY LUXURY ON 10+ ACRES

Private ranch-style estate in River Chase offers serenity and timeless charm

359 Cambridge Dr, New Braunfels, TX 78132
$1,600,000 | 4 Bed | 4 Bath | 4,127 sq ft | 10.6 Acres

This stunning 4-bedroom estate in the coveted River Chase community offers the perfect blend of rustic elegance and modern comfort. Built in 2004 and meticulously maintained, it features an expansive back porch, Jacuzzi hot tub, and a fire pit area that’s just begging for those long Texas nights under the stars.

The panoramic Hill Country views are the real showstopper, and with over 10 acres to call your own, you’ll enjoy the feel of a private ranch while still having city water and underground utilities. Plus, a 58-acre private river park is just one of the perks of River Chase living.

BUZZ AROUND TOWN

Here are some important happenings around the New Braunfels area right now:

📍 Stretch Zone Coming to Creekside

A brand new Stretch Zone location is opening soon in New Braunfels at 190 Creekside Crossing! The popular wellness brand specializes in practitioner-assisted stretching designed to improve mobility, flexibility, and overall performance. Stay tuned for opening details.

🚗 City Moves Closer to Civil Parking Enforcement

New Braunfels City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance to adopt a civil parking enforcement program. The change would shift violations like unpaid meters and illegal parking from criminal offenses to civil fines, making it easier to pay or contest tickets—and even introducing windshield-mounted "barnacle" devices for repeat offenders. Final approval is pending, with river parking enforcement set to begin May 1.

💰 Free Financial Literacy Classes at the Food Bank

The New Braunfels Food Bank is offering free financial literacy classes in April in partnership with Credit Human. Topics include budgeting, saving, and debt management—perfect for anyone looking to take control of their finances during Financial Literacy Month. Classes kick off April 1.

WEATHER FORECAST 

Here’s a look at the weekend weather forecast:

Friday: High: 78º | Low: 63º | 90% chance of precipitation

Saturday: High: 86º | Low: 64º | 0% chance of precipitation

Sunday: High: 88º | Low: 68º | 0% chance of precipitation

Burn Ban: ON

Water Restrictions: Stage 2

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DID YOU KNOW?

According to the Texas State Law Library, milking someone else’s cow is still illegal in Texas. It was originally written into the Penal Code way back in 1866 and—while the exact law was removed in 1973—it now falls under theft of personal property. So if you were thinking of sneaking some milk, best think twice!

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

Here are a few upcoming events you won’t want to miss!

April 5: 🔦 Nighttime Flashlight Egg Hunt

April 9: ☕ Coffee With A Cop

April 10: 🎶 Live @ Landa Concert w/ Tiffiny Dawn Band

April 13: 🎸 Big Head Todd & The Monsters @ Gruene Hall

April 18: 🎶 Willie Nelson & Family @ Whitewater Ampitheater

Thanks!

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Until next time,

— The New Braunfels Life Team

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