☘️Weekend's Over, But The Fun Isn't - New Braunfels Fun This Week

March 17, 2025

☘️ HAPPY ST. PATRICK’S DAY, NEW BRAUNFELS!

The weekend may be over, but there’s plenty to look forward to this week! In A Pickle Festival took over town with huge crowds, and if you got caught in the frenzy, you weren’t alone. But today, there’s still plenty of fun left to be had!

Here’s a little bit of what’s inside today’s newsletter:

✅ Where to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in New Braunfels

✅ Gather Fest brings food, music, and fun this weekend

✅ Gruene Putt Putt adds a mini version of town to your spring break plans

✅ Buzz Around Town: River safety, a rabies case, and the new Police Chief’s meet-and-greets

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🍻 ST. PATRICK’S DAY EVENTS YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS

Raise a glass, wear some green, and join the celebration!

If you’re looking to make the most of St. Patrick’s Day, New Braunfels has plenty of ways to celebrate:

No matter where you celebrate, stay safe and have fun! 🍀

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Food trucks, live music, and amusement rides take over Redemptive Grace Ministries!

Mark your calendars for March 21 & 22, as Gather Fest makes its debut in New Braunfels!

This free-entry festival is packed with food trucks, live worship and music performances, thrilling amusement rides, and a welcoming atmosphere for families and friends.

While festival entry is free, parking on the church campus is $15, and ride access requires a daily or VIP wristband.

Proceeds from the event will go toward local and worldwide outreach programs, making it a great time for a great cause!

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🎉 PLAN YOUR WEEK

Here’s What’s Going On Around Town

  • ⚽ Manchester School of Soccer Camp – Das Rec (Monday)

  • 👶 Baby Rhyme Time & Toddler Time – New Braunfels Public Library (Monday)

  • 🍀 Lost & Found's St. Patrick's Day Rooftop Party – Lost & Found (Monday)

  • 🎶 Soul Sessions live – Krause's Cafe (Monday)

  • 🍻 St. Paddy's Day Pub Crawl – Downtown New Braunfels (Monday)

  • 🎸 Two Ton Tuesdays Spring Break Show – Gruene Hall (Tuesday)

  • 📚 Preschool Storytime – New Braunfels Public Library (Tuesday)

  • 🧶 Sit & Stitch – New Braunfels Public Library (Wednesday)

  • 📚 Family Storytime – Fischer Park (Wednesday)

  • 🎤 Kolby Cooper live – Gruene Hall (Thursday & Friday)

  • 🍷 Springtime Sip & Shop! – Various Locations (Thursday)

  • 📔 Teen Anime & Manga Club – New Braunfels Public Library (Thursday)

  • 🍷 Books On Tap – Guadalupe Brewing (Thursday)

  • 🍺 Come and Taste It – Spring Edition – The Grapevine in Gruene (Thursday)

  • 🎶 Live @ Landa: Concert in the Park – Landa Park (Thursday)

  • 🎡 Gather Fest – Redemptive Grace Ministries (Friday & Saturday)

  • 🎶 The Texas Tenors live – Brauntex Theatre (Friday)

  • 📚 Family Storytime – New Braunfels Public Library (Saturday)

  • 🎸 The Court Jesters live – Krause’s Cafe (Saturday)

  • 🎶 Creedence Revived live – Brauntex Theatre (Saturday)

  • 🤠 Corey Kent: Black Bandana Tour live – Gruene Hall (Saturday)

  • 🎶 Bret Mullins Duo, Ryan Waguespack – Krause’s Cafe (Sunday)

  • 🎶 Eric Demmer, Bradley Thomas, Casper Rawls – Gruene Hall (Sunday)

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⛳ GRUENE PUTT PUTT BRINGS A MINI VERSION OF TOWN TO SPRING BREAK FUN

Play through a tiny Gruene, complete with a miniature Gruene Hall!

Spring break just got a little smaller… literally! The new Gruene Putt Putt course brings a miniature version of the beloved historic district to life, letting players putt their way past a scaled-down Gruene Hall, a recreation of the town’s iconic water tower, a Rolex street clock, and even a giant pair of cowboy boots.

The course officially opened on March 7 and has already drawn big crowds.

Whether you’re burning off a Gristmill dinner or just looking for some family-friendly fun, Gruene Putt Putt is a must-visit!

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BYE DENNY’S, HELLO SUSHI!

BUZZ AROUND TOWN

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

12-Year-Old in Critical Condition After Near-Drowning at Cypress Bend Park – A young boy was pulled from the river by park rangers after going underwater for an unknown amount of time. He was airlifted to a San Antonio hospital, where he remains in critical condition.

Rabies Case Confirmed in New Braunfels – Officials have reported a rabies-positive cat, urging residents to be cautious around unfamiliar animals and ensure pets are vaccinated.

Meet the New Police Chief – Newly appointed New Braunfels Police Chief Osbaldo Flores is hosting a series of community meet-and-greets to introduce himself and discuss safety priorities. Here’s where you can meet him:

  • Tuesday, March 25: Fischer Park Hilltop Pavilion (6-7 pm)

  • Wednesday, March 26: NBU Service Center (6-7 pm)

  • Thursday, March 27: New Braunfels Public Library - Westside Branch (6-7 pm)

WEATHER FORECAST 

Here’s a look at the weather forecast for the next few days:

Monday: High: 82º | Low: 45º | 0% chance of precipitation

Tuesday: High: 84º | Low: 57º | 0% chance of precipitation

Wednesday: High: 79º | Low: 59º | 0% chance of precipitation

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Water Restrictions: Stage 2

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🏨 LOCAL HISTORY: THE STORY OF THE FAUST HOTEL

The Faust Hotel has been a cornerstone of New Braunfels since its grand opening on October 12, 1929—just two weeks before the stock market crash. Originally named The Traveler’s Hotel, it was one of Texas’ finest, quickly becoming a hub for business travelers and families.

Despite the hardships of the Great Depression, the hotel remained open thanks to the persistence of its founder, Walter Faust Sr.

Renamed in his honor in 1936, The Faust Hotel gained fame during World War II as the "honeymoon capital of Texas," hosting soldiers and their sweethearts before they were deployed.

Today, the Faust stands as a proud Texas Historic Landmark and is listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places, continuing to welcome guests with a blend of rich history and timeless charm.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

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

📅 March 29: 🍻 Pups & Pints

📅 March 29: 🐾 Puppy Playland Egg-Stravaganza

📅 April 5: 🔦 Nighttime Flashlight Egg Hunt

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

📅 April 18: 🎶 Willie Nelson & Family @ Whitewater Ampitheater

Thanks!

That’s it for today! Have a great St. Patrick’s Day, and we’ll see you back here later this week with more ways to make the most of life in New Braunfels! 🍀🎉

Until next time,

— The New Braunfels Life Team

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