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🎶Folkfest, Easter Fun & Market Days – Don’t Miss This Weekend in NB
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🌞 Happy Friday, New Braunfels!
The weekend is here, and it’s stacked with spring fun—live music, historic festivals, wine tasting with your pup, and Easter events just down the road. We’ve got your full weekend guide, plus local headlines, a stunning riverfront home for sale, and a quick poll you don’t want to miss.
Here’s what’s inside:
📬 Buzz Around Town: Wine bars, siblings honored, and RPS for a cause
Thousands of Eggs, Superheroes, and the Easter Bunny at Traders Village
This Saturday, April 12, Traders Village in San Antonio is throwing their 19th annual Easter Eggstravaganza.
With thousands of eggs, free goodies from vendors, superhero and princess appearances, and photo ops with the Easter Bunny—it’s the perfect family-friendly adventure.
Admission is free, and parking is only $6. Ages 0–12 will have staggered egg hunts starting at 10:30 am. Don’t forget your basket!
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A Full Day of Living History, Live Music, and Hands-On Fun
Step back in time this Saturday at Folkfest New Braunfels 2025, running from 10 am to 8 pm at Heritage Village (1370 Church Hill Dr.).
Expect demonstrations from early Texans, food trucks, Folklorica and German dancers, live animals, crafts for kids, two stages of music, and so much more.
This event captures the heart of New Braunfels’ heritage and is fun for the whole family.
VIP Experience Supports Service Dogs for Kids
Woofs and Wine is back for its 4th year at Dry Comal Creek Vineyards on Saturday, April 12 from 6 to 9 pm.
General admission is free and includes access to vendors, live music, and food trucks. VIP tickets (presale only) unlock wine tasting flights, paired bites, grazing boards, and even “barkcuterie” for your pup!
Proceeds benefit Service Dogs for Kids, a nonprofit helping children with PTSD and trauma diagnoses.
🎟 VIP access is limited and selling fast—don’t wait!
👉 Poll Time: Do you have a dog? |
SNEAK PEEK AT THIS WEEKEND👀
Here’s What’s Going On Around Town
Friday:
🎮 E-Sports Video Game Club – New Braunfels Public Library
🥚 Aqua Egg Hunt – Das Rec Leisure Pool
🎶 Jesse Stratton Band – Krause's Cafe
🎶 Austin Meade – Gruene Hall
🎸 The Billie Jeans – Natural Bridge Caverns
🎶 Owen Temple – The Redbird
🎶 Red River Songwriters – The Brauntex
Saturday:
🌳 Earth Day Event – Landa Park
🧹 Stream Cleanup – Seguin ISD Outdoor Center & Oak Creek Elementary
📚 Family Storytime – New Braunfels Public Library
🧶 Knit-A-Long Group – New Braunfels Public Library
❤️🩹 CPR Certification Class – Das Rec
🚂 Train Show – Civic/Convention Center
🛍️ Big Spring Market – Comal County Fairgrounds
🏃 Sweaty Yeti Trail Run – Landa Park
🎉 Folkfest New Braunfels – Heritage Village
🎶 Monte Good, The Klocks – Krause's Cafe
🍷 Woofs and Wine – Dry Comal Creek Vineyards
🎸 Warren Zeiders – Whitewater Amphitheater
🎶 Ray Wylie Hubbard – Gruene Hall
🎵 Tom McElvain – The Redbird
Sunday:
🧘 Yoga in the Park – Fischer Park
🚂 Train Show – Civic/Convention Center
🛍️ Big Spring Market – Comal County Fairgrounds
🎶 Harfmann Duo, Phil Luna – Krause's Cafe
🎶 Jessee Lee – The Redbird
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Shop Local, Sip Tea, and Celebrate the Season
Make a plan to swing by Village Market Days this Saturday, April 12 from 10 am to 3 pm.
Expect local handmade goods, fresh produce, baked treats, boutiques, and tea tastings—all in the charming setting of Gruene Lake Village.
It’s the kind of shopping trip that feels more like a celebration of the season.
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A NEW BARBERSHOP COMES TO TOWN💈
Luxury Riverfront Living with Views for Days
This $1.7M property at 1245 Edwards Blvd is perched on a cliff above the Guadalupe River with jaw-dropping views.
Featuring a heated pool, designer kitchen, multiple king suites, and flexible guest space, it’s also a high-performing short-term rental located just a mile from historic Gruene.
Plus it comes fully furnished!
BUZZ AROUND TOWN
🎉 101 Years of Service
Four siblings from the Martinez family were honored this week for a combined 101 years of service to the City of New Braunfels. Hats off to Alicia, Gilbert Jr., Roland, and Elizabeth!
🍷 New Wine Bar Opens April 17
Clubhouse on Castell opens soon at 822 S. Castell. Expect rotating wines, charcuterie, coffee drinks, and a digital ordering system that supports neighboring restaurants.
🪨 Rock, Paper, Scissors for a Cause
Big Brothers Big Sisters hosted their second annual RPS tournament to recruit volunteers and raise funds—turns out the classic game still brings out the competitive spirit!
📊 A-F School Grades Coming April 24
The delayed Texas Public School A-F Accountability grades for 2022–2023 will finally be released to the public on April 24. Educators encourage families to use the data as a helpful reference—though not the sole measure—when evaluating schools.
WEATHER FORECAST
Here’s a look at the weekend weather forecast:
Friday: High: 87º | Low: 60º | 0% chance of precipitation
Saturday: High: 87º | Low: 58º | 0% chance of precipitation
Sunday: High: 92º | Low: 62º | 0% chance of precipitation
Burn Ban: Off
Water Restrictions: Stage 2
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DID YOU KNOW?
Gruene Hall honors its beloved local icon, Frank Schlather—the unofficial “Mayor” of Gruene—every June 23rd with 50¢ beers and plenty of dancing in his memory. Known for his big smile, lively jig, and kind heart, Frank became a cherished part of the Hall’s family and history.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Here are a few upcoming events you won’t want to miss!
April 17-19: 🐎 Meet the Budweiser Clydesdales (Location TBA)
April 18 & 19: 🎶 Willie Nelson & Family @ Whitewater Ampitheater
April 19: 🏠 New Braunfels Conservation Society Annual Historic Home Tour
April 19: 🐰 Easter Weekend Market @ Freiheit
April 26: 🚣 Thru the Chute @ City Tube Chute
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Until next time,
— The New Braunfels Life Team
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