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SUMMER 2019 JUNE • JULY • AUGUST
EVENTS CA L E N DA R
FESTIVALS, CONCERTS,
EXHIBITS, PARADES,
AND ALL THINGS
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EVENTS
SUMMER 2019
A Site for oasis for the soul. On Aug. 10, Texans season, guests can stroll the expansive
the Senses
gather in Brenham County for the property and cut their own lavender or
farm’s annual Lavender and Wine settle for solitude in the gazebo or by
N
Fest. During the free event, attendees the waterfall on-site. But even if the
estled in the heart of wild- can shop local artisan vendors and lavender isn’t in bloom, the scenic
flower country, Chappell Hill enjoy live music, lavender cuisine, sights make this a worthy day trip,
Lavender Farm is a sprawl- demonstrations, plant sales, a petting topped off with a glass of ice-cold
ing 3,000-plant landscape zoo with miniature animals, and more. lemonade—lavender flavored, of course.
that offers an aromatic and scenic During the farm’s twice-yearly cutting chappellhilllavender.com/lavender-festival
ON THE COVER
STAR-SPANGLED SUMMER
No matter your locale, the Lone Star State has a wide variety of celebrations to suit your patriotic fancy. One such soiree takes place in the
4.4-square-mile town of Addison, which has welcomed more than half a million guests to Addison Kaboomtown for more than three decades. On
July 3, make your way to one of 180 watch parties, watch the Addison Airport Show, and gaze at one of the top fireworks displays in the nation. Down
in Central Texas, Belton’s annual Fourth of July parade celebrates its centennial this year. Held July 3-6, the event features a kickoff barbecue at Yet-
tie Polk Park, a festival at Nolan Creek, and a three-day rodeo. The fun continues over in Round Top with a 166-year-old tradition—the oldest Fourth
of July celebration west of the Mississippi. Guests enjoy an all-American parade with more than 140 floats, live music, and a barbecue lunch provided
by the area’s Rifle Association. addisonkaboomtown.com; rodeobelton.com; roundtop.com
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LAMPASAS: Atlas Ride Cycle EAST BERNARD: Czech KERRVILLE: Robert Earl FRIONA: Cheeseburger Fes- SAN MARCOS: Bubble Fest WACO: Margarita and Salsa submitevent. Bulk event listings can also be submit-
with the 2019 Texas 4000 team Kolache Klobase Festival Keen’s Fourth on the River tival The Cheeseburger Capi- Festival The 24th annual festival ted via email to texasevents@txdot.gov. All event listings
There is plenty of entertainment
Enjoy live music, dancing, arts Enjoy food, vendor booths, fami- is one of the larger music events must include a city, exact start and end dates, location
on day one of their 70-day jour- tal of Texas hosts its 14th an- for all ages at this free event cel- (venue and/or address), public contact information (phone
ney from Austin to Anchorage, and crafts, raffle prizes, a cake ly fun, river fun, a splashpad, live nual festival that includes a ebrating the final days of sum- on the Waco calendar featuring
number, website, and/or email), and a brief description.
Alaska. More than 700 partici- walk, barbecue, and plenty of bands, a free concert featuring competition cookoff for the mer, including a ball pit, bubble local bands and top country fa- All event listings are subject to approval and editing.
pants are expected to send off kolaches. 979-335-7907; Robert Earl Keen, and a fire- best cheeseburger—first place vorites. Aside from music, the
dance floor, bubble wands, and LISTING DEADLINES
the team and to celebrate at the kkfest.com works show. 830-257-8233; wins $1,000. 806-250-3491; event also has the margarita and SPRING (March, April, May): Dec. 1
bubble blasters—plus the Art
finish with local barbecue, live robertearlkeens4th.com friona-chamber.com salsa contest. All proceeds bene- SUMMER (June, July, Aug.): March 1
Squared Arts Market and a farm-
FALL (Sept., Oct., Nov.): June 1
music, beer, festival activities,
21st-22nd ers market. 512-393-8430;
fit the scholarship program at the
WINTER (Dec., Jan., Feb.): Sept. 1
and a presentation by the team.
737-300-2318; atlasride.org STONEWALL: Peach JAMbo-
12th-2nd 25th-27th downtownsmtx.com
Heart O’ Texas Fair and Rodeo.
254-776-1660; extraco
eventscenter.com Editor: Jane Kellogg Murray
ree and Rodeo The 58th an- SAN ANTONIO: Balcones CLUTE: Great Texas Mosquito
7th-9th nual celebration of the peach Heights Jazz Festival The 26th Festival The 37th annual event 22nd-25th Phone: 512-486-5876
Contributing Editors: Wes Ferguson, Kimya Kavehkar,
ARANSAS PASS: Shrimporee
crop in Gillespie County in-
cludes peach judging, the
annual free summer concert se-
ries—held for four consecutive
features a carnival, arts and
crafts, and a mosquito-calling
WICHITA FALLS: Hotter ’N Hell 24th Amanda Ogle, Emily Roberts Stone, Julie Stratton
Hundred At one of the oldest Contributing Writer: Mikela Floyd Kinnison
The 71st annual festival brings in crowning of the Peach Queen, Friday evenings—features an contest among other competi- MESQUITE: Mesquite Champi-
and largest cycling events in Art Director: Ashley Burch
more than 60,000 visitors in a a parade, music, a rodeo, and all-female lineup for 2019. This tions. The carnival provides three onship Rodeo Since 1958, the
plenty of freshly picked juicy the nation, more than 13,000 toughest cowboys around the
Associate Art Director: Chris Linnen
single weekend. Events include year’s headlining jazz musicians days of fun for children and adults
peaches. 830-644-2735; alike. Live entertainment caps off riders from across the globe world have competed with the Photo Editor: Brandon Jakobeit
a parade, shrimp-eating con- include Ragan Whiteside and
stonewalltexas.com each evening. 979-265-8392; come to Wichita Falls for four strongest horses, steers, and Digital Strategies Manager: Peter Obering
test, men’s and women’s Sexy Lindsey Webster. 210-323-
6356; sanantoniocentral.org mosquitofestival.com days of challenging and inspir- bulls in the country at this PR-
Legs contest, folklórico dancers, ADVERTISING SALES INQUIRIES
ing activities. 940-322-3223; CA-sanctioned rodeo. 972-285-
and a carnival. 361-758-2750;
29th hh100.org 8777; mesquiterodeo.com
AJR Media Group Phone: 855-468-6257
aransaspass.org/shrimporee
BANDERA: Riverfest Bring
13th 26th-28th Email: texaseventscalendar@ajrmediagroup.com
8th your swimsuit and river shoes WEATHERFORD: Parker LONGVIEW: Great Texas Bal- 22nd-25th 24th Dates for events listed in this calendar were correct at the
time of publication and are subject to change. Please con-
and join in the fun at this annu- County Peach Festival Cele- loon Race The best competitive firm dates in advance by calling the number listed or by
SAN MARCOS: Texas Water al event on the banks of the pilots in the world compete at FREDERICKSBURG: Gillespie AUSTIN: Bat Fest At the 14th
brate the Peach Capital of Texas’ contacting the local chamber of commerce.
Safari Billed as the “World’s Medina River. Bring your tube 35th annual event with home- this annual race, which earned County Fair and Parade annual event, celebrate the 1.5
Toughest Boat Race,” this 260- to float in one of the cleanest, made peach ice cream, peach Longview the official designa- The 131st annual event includes million Mexican free-tailed bats © Texas Department of Transportation
mile long canoe and kayak race clearest rivers in Texas. Activi- cobbler, peach pie, or just plain tion as “The Balloon Capital of agricultural, livestock, and who emerge from under the
spans from Spring Lake in San ties include kayak races, exhib- ol’ juicy peaches. A children’s Texas” by the Governor in 1985. home skills displays. Enjoy Congress Avenue Bridge at dusk
Marcos to the city of Seadrift its, water games, river rodeo, area has train rides, face painting, See balloon flights daily, bal- horse racing, concerts, dances, with live music, more than 50
on the Texas coastline. Come car show, music, food booths, and bounce houses. More than loon glows at night, live con- a carnival, and midway—all at arts and crafts vendors, food
Printed on Recycled Paper
cheer the teams on at various arts and crafts, paddle boats, 2,200 cyclists start the day with certs, children’s activities, and the oldest continuously running and drinks, children’s activities,
riverside parks. 512-738-6607; and cookoff. 830-796-3045; the Peach Pedal bike ride. 817- vendor booths. 903-237-3281; fair in Texas. 830-997-2359; a bat costume contest, and
texaswatersafari.org banderacowboycapital.com 596-3801; peachfestivaltx.com greattexasballoonrace.com gillespiefair.com more. roadwayevents.com
2 Texas Highways Events Calendar | SUMME R 2019 PHOTOS: Stanley A. Williams, Will Van Overbeek (Balcones Heights, Bat Fest) SUMME R 2019 | Texas Highways Events Calendar 3
HONEY
FESTIVAL
Uvalde, TX
JUNE
PICKS ACROSS THE STATE
POWER TO THE POLLINATORS
R
evered for its honey for more than 100 years, the town of Uvalde at-
tracts bee farmers from all over—bringing their hives to benefit from
the Huajillo plant of South Texas. On June 14-15, the town premieres
a sweet idea that has earned plenty of buzz: the first annual Honey
Festival. The festivities kick off with The Hive Jive, a street dance in the town
plaza, and continue with lawn games, a poker run, “bee in your bonnet” hat
competition, and more. Kids can enjoy fanfare along with educational aspects
featuring a bee education and microscope station set up by Texas A&M AgriLife.
The pollinator party culminates when one lucky essay competition winner is
crowned Honey Ambassador. uvaldehoneyfestival.com
A Lasting
Impression
When impressionist Claude Monet
embarked on a new painting style
during the last decade of his life, he
began to produce increasingly bold
and abstract works. In an exhibition
exploring the years leading up to his
death in 1926, Fort Worth’s Kimbell
Art Museum presents Monet: The
Late Years June 16-Sept. 15. Marked
by a period of personal loss, these
SEEING STARS and Dolph Lundgren; Bumblebee replica car, years saw Monet dealing with deteri-
The Alamo City is pre- Jeremy Renner of Aveng- Optimus Prime replica orating vision and painting his garden
paring for superheroes ers fame; and notable truck, and Barricade with varied and broad new techniques.
to swarm the Freeman comic book artists. Visit replica police car of
The exhibition promises to be a unique
Expo Halls and Colise- your favorite famous Transformers fame.
um June 14-16, when vehicles at the Cars as For fans looking for an glimpse into one of the art world’s
Celebrity Fan Fest Stars exhibition, pre- extra-special experi- greatest painters: Many of these
returns to San Antonio sented by H-E-B and ence, VIP packages are works—assembled from major public
for its second annual featuring more than 25 available, including an and private collections in Europe, the
comic con-style meetup. famous Hollywood cars exclusive seafood lunch
United States, and Asia—have never
2019 appearances in- like Ecto-1 from Ghost- and photo opportunity
busters; the Back to the with Aquaman himself. been publicly displayed in the U.S.
clude Aquaman’s Jason
Momoa, Amber Heard, Future DeLorean; and a celebrityfanfest.com kimbellart.org/exhibition/monet
PHOTOS: Stock image (bees); provided (Monet, Celebrity Fan Fest) SUMME R 2019 | Texas Highways Events Calendar 5
J U N E 2 0 1 9 > Big Bend
fireworks. Various locations. 432-837- two stages of entertainment, more than
2326; visitalpinetx.com 120 vendors, a farmers market, and live
PANHANDLE ALPINE: June 29 Fiesta del Barrio music. Free air-conditioned shuttle buses
PLAINS
PRAIRIES Community celebration and extended Al- provide transportation from remote park-
& LAKES
PINEY pine family reunion includes vendors and ing sites. Aransas Pass Community Park,
BIG BEND
COUNTRY HILL
WOODS
live music. Medina Park, 209 S. 10th St. 200 E. Johnson Ave. 361-758-2750;
COUNTRY
GULF
COAST 432-294-2398 aransaspass.org/shrimporee
SOUTH
TEXAS EL PASO: June 15-Aug. 24 The Dinner BROWNSVILLE: June 8 Ridley Rush
PLAINS
Detective Murder Mystery Show At This 1-mile run/walk kicks off the Yappo-
America’s largest interactive-comedy, Palooza Festival, which is a family-orient-
murder-mystery dinner show, you’ll tackle ed festival and fundraiser to benefit the
JUNE 2 0 1 9 a challenging crime while feasting on a bi-national recovery plan for Kemp’s ridley
S M T W T F S fantastic dinner. Just beware! The criminal sea turtles and other sea turtle conserva-
1 is lurking somewhere in the room, and you tion projects. Gladys Porter Zoo, 500 Ring-
may find yourself as a prime suspect be- gold St. 956-546-7187; gpz.org
2 3 4 5 6 7 8
fore you know it. Holiday Inn El Paso BROWNSVILLE: June 8 YappoPalooza
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 West—Sunland Park, 900 Sunland Park Kids Fest and Bands and Brewskis Join in
16 17 18 19 20 21 22 Drive. thedinnerdetective.com for these YappoPalooza events that aim to
PECOS: Juen 21 Golden Girl of The Old raise funds for the bi-national Kemp’s rid-
23 24 25 26 27 28 29
West Revue and Little Miss Cantaloupe ley sea turtle recovery project. The Kids
30 Pageant Local teen girls compete for the Fest immediately follows the Ridley Rush
Dates for events listed in this calendar are title Golden Girl and younger girls compete walk/run and includes arts and crafts, edu-
subject to change. Please confirm dates in for the title of Little Miss Cantaloupe. cational exhibits, and children’s games.
advance by calling the number listed or by Pecos High School Auditorium, 1201 S. Park Kids also get a chance to meet the Kemp’s
contacting the local chamber of commerce St. 432-445-2406; visitpecos.com ridley project ambassador, Shelldon.
or convention and visitors bureau. Bands and Brewskis features beer sam-
PECOS: June 26-29 Reeves County
Sheriff’s Posse Nightly Dance Enjoy four plings, shrimp plates, a silent auction, and
BIG BEND COUNTRY a live music showcase with bands from
nights of dancing under the stars with live
ALPINE: June 1 Fiesta 1888 A celebration entertainment after the rodeo. Reeves around the Rio Grande Valley area. Gladys
of Alpine history, this event highlights County Sheriff’s Posse Barn, 1400 S. Cedar Porter Zoo, 500 Ringgold St. 956-546-
historic Murphy Street. Enjoy historic St. 432-448-6844 7187; yappopalooza.net
photos, storytellers, video interviews BROWNSVILLE: June 21 World Giraffe
PECOS: June 26-29 West of the Pecos
with Alpine residents, and a tour of his- Day Celebrate the world’s tallest animal on
Rodeo Enjoy four exciting nights of calf
toric homes alongside a street party fea- the year’s longest day. During World Giraffe
roping, bronc riding, barrel racing, and bull
turing music, food, and dancing. Historic Day, the zoo has the Giraffe Landing Feed-
riding. Reeves County Arena, 1500 S. Cedar
Murphy Street, 100 W. Murphy St. 432- ing Experience open for extended hours
St. 432-445-2406; pecosrodeo.com
837-0914; visitalpinetx.com with knowledgeable staff and docents
PECOS: June 28 Rodeo Hall of Fame In-
ALPINE: June 14-16 Alpine Photo Week- answering questions about these gentle
duction Selected inductees and families
end The Museum of the Big Bend presents giants. Kids can also participate in fun
are honored by the Texas Rodeo Hall of
its 2019 summer photography exhibit fea- activities while learning about giraffe
Fame for achievements in rodeo. Following
turing the work of Burton Pritzker. This an- conservation. Gladys Porter Zoo, 500 Ring-
is a barbecue lunch. Windmill Square Pa-
nual event includes the opening exhibit re- gold St. 956-546-7187; gpz.org
vilion, 100 E. Dot Stafford St. 432-445-
ception on Friday followed by a day of 2406; texasrodeohalloffame.com CLUTE: June 4, 11, 18, 25, 28 Planetarium
photography talks, demonstrations, and Show The show features a 30-foot dome
workshops on Saturday, as well as guided VAN HORN: June 23 Frontier Days
equipped with a projector to produce the
photo hikes and walks. Museum of the Big A Van Horn tradition since 1899, enjoy a
night sky as it appears to the naked eye,
Bend, 400 N. Harrison. 432-837-8143; day of food, fun, a ranch rodeo, school re-
together with a large variety of high-tech
museumofthebigbend.com unions, and an outdoor street dance.
equipment to give a close-up feel for
Downtown Van Horn, 107 W. Broadway St.
ALPINE: June 21-23, 28-30; July 5-7 things like comets, exploding stars, and
432-283-2682; vanhorntexas.org
“Our Lady of the Tortilla” Theatre of the black holes. Center for the Arts & Sciences,
Big Bend presents an outdoor production 400 College Blvd. 979-265-7661; brazos
of this goofy 1987 comedy about a Latino GULF COAST portcenter.org or visitbrazosport.com
family’s revelations as a pious aunt discov- ARANSAS PASS: June 7-9 Shrimporee CORPUS CHRISTI: June 1-Aug. 31 Bay
ers the Virgin Mary in her first batch of tor- The 71st annual festival brings in more than Jammin’ Concert and Cinema Series
tillas. Kokernot Outdoor Theatre. 432-837- 60,000 visitors in a single weekend. Every Thursday and Friday evening during
8218; sulross.edu/theatre Events include a parade, shrimp-eating the months of summer, Cole Park Amphi-
ALPINE: June 29-July 4 Alpine’s Fourth contest, men’s and women’s Sexy Legs theater turns into a mecca of fun for the
of July Celebration The weeks events in- contest, folklórico dancers, mariachis, whole family. On Thursday nights enjoy
clude Alpine Cowboys baseball, outdoor belly dancers, the Kidz Korner, face paint- free music in the amphitheater while kid-
theatre, a neighborhood block party, annu- ing, a magic show, pony rides, arts and dos play in the park, then on Friday nights
al parade, car show, live music, and July 4 crafts, games, and a carnival. There are enjoy a free children’s movie under the
6 Texas Highways Events Calendar | SUMME R 2019 SUMME R 2019 | Texas Highways Events Calendar 7
J U N E 2 0 1 9 > Gulf Coast
stars. Cole Park, 2600 Ocean Drive. the villain, and throw as much popcorn as The home serves as an example of family Marriott Westchase, 2900 Briarpark Drive. Featured works include favorites by pearance on “The Late Show with Stephen
361-826-3460; cctexas.com you like. Harbor Playhouse, 1802 N. Chap- life during the founding of Freeport. Schus- 940-206-8250; avsa.org Prokofiev (featuring guest soloist 2017 Van Colbert,” a headlining set at the global TED
CORPUS CHRISTI: June 1-Aug. 31 Hatch- arral St., Building No. 2. 361-882-5500; ter Home, 1130 W. Second St. 979-297- HOUSTON: June 1-Aug. 25 “All You Can Cliburn Piano Competition silver medalist Conference, and an appearance and offi-
ling Releases of Kemp’s Ridley Sea Tur- harborplayhouse.com 0868; visitbrazosport.com Eat” This solo exhibition by mixed-media Kenneth Broberg), Copland, Rimsky-Kor- cial soundtrack feature for Universal Pic-
tles Every year, thousands of the endan- CORPUS CHRISTI: June 15 Brew HaHa GALVESTON: June 13 “Kinky Boots” artist Justin Favela features larger-than-life sakov, Wagner, Strauss, and Mahler. Uni- tures’ hit comedy “Girls Trip.” Miller Out-
gered Kemp’s Ridley sea turtles are nested Craft Beer Festival Get ready for a belly The winner of every major Best Musical piñatas depicting a visual feast of Tex-Mex versity of Houston Moores Opera House, door Theatre, 6000 Hermann Park Drive.
and hatched in Corpus Christi, then re- full of beer and laughter at this second an- award, “Kinky Boots” is based on true cuisine, from “nachos supreme” to “chili UH Main Campus, I-45 at Cullen Blvd., en- 281-373-3386; milleroutdoortheatre.com
leased into the Gulf of Mexico. It’s a once- nual festival that combines craft brews and events. This hit production tells the story con carne.” This site-specific installation, trance No. 16. 713-743-3313; tmf.uh.edu HOUSTON: June 27-July 28 “Josephine
in-a-lifetime experience to watch the baby comedy. Sample various beers, ciders, and of two people with nothing in common—or which is both playful and challenging, is in- HOUSTON: June 2 Bayou City Jazz Se- Tonight” This is the musical biography of
sea turtles make their way into the ocean meads from a wide range of breweries be- so they think. This unexpected pair learns tended to generate conversation about ries— Eric Darius and Jeff Lorber in Con- showbiz legend Josephine Baker. “Josephine
for the first time. Padre Island National tween the multiple comedy shows happen- to embrace their differences and creates a popular culture, the politics of food, and the cert Saxophonist, composer, and producer Tonight” draws on the early life of the inter-
Seashore, 20420 Park Road 22. 361-949- ing. Craft beer enthusiasts can talk with line of sturdy stilettos unlike any the world Latino experience in the U.S. Houston Cen- Eric Darius likes to play by his own rules. nationally known singer, actress, and night-
8068; nps.gov/pais brewmasters on the process of achieving has ever seen. But in the end, their most ter for Contemporary Craft, 4848 Main St. Considered by his peers one of the most club sensation who wowed audiences in
the perfect taste for a brew. American Bank sensational achievement is their friend- 713-529-4848; visithoustontexas.com exciting musicians on the contemporary America and Europe in the first quarter of
CORPUS CHRISTI: June 1-Aug. 18
Center, 1901 N. Shoreline Blvd. 361-826- ship. The Grand 1894 Opera House, jazz scene, Darius packs a punch on stage. the 20th century, and reveals the relation-
Kent Ullberg: Celebrating the Wild HOUSTON: June 1-29 Immanuel and
4700; americanbankcenter.com 2020 Postoffice St. 800-821-1894 or Known for his smooth style and weaving ship of the young Josephine and her laun-
and Wonderful The newest featured ex- Helen Olshan Texas Music Festival
409-765-1894; thegrand.com together elements of funk, R&B, rock, and dress mother who steers her toward suc-
hibit showcases works from Corpus Chris- Classical music’s rising stars from premier
GALVESTON: June 28-29 Jeanne Robert- music schools and conservatories from electric jazz, keyboardist Jeff Lorber cess and then guides her to remember her
ti’s own Kent Ullberg, one of the world’s
son, Humorist At 75 years young, Jeanne around the world alight to study and per- helped pioneer the post-fusion sound of roots. The Ensemble Theatre, 3535 Main St.
most distinguished wildlife artists. Ullberg
Robertson continues to charm audiences form major classical works for the 30th contemporary jazz. Born in Philadelphia, 713-520-0055; ensemblehouston.com
is best known for iconic public sculptures,
with her humorous observations about life anniversary season of this festival. The Lorber is electric. Together, these two cre- LAKE JACKSON: June 1 Abner Jackson
and the museum is filled with over 50
around her. This former Miss North Caroli- one-month international music residency ate an electrifying show of smooth jazz. Plantation Site Tour Visit the historic ar-
sculptures depicting detailed fish, sea
na, standing tall at six-foot-two, has a vi- Wortham Theater Center, 501 Texas Ave.
mammals, turtles, native birds, and majes-
tic land animals. The world of Kent Ullberg
FOLLOW vacious personality, heart, and sense of
features performances by gifted student
musicians and distinguished conductors 832-487-7000; visithoustontexas.com
cheological site of Major Abner Jackson,
the namesake of the city of Lake Jackson.
is brought to museum goers through inter- US ON humor. Her witty depiction of everyday sit- and faculty artists in more than 30 perfor- HOUSTON: June 19 A Gulf Coast June- Once a prosperous sugar plantation, the
active technology. Art Museum of South INSTAGRAM uations never fails to have audiences of all
ages rolling with laughter. Be prepared for
mances, including the Cynthia Woods
Mitchell Young Artist concerto competition.
teenth This blues and creole festival fea-
tures a performance by The Soul Rebels,
site was destroyed by the same hurricane
that devastated Galveston. Discover the
Texas, 1902 N. Shoreline Blvd. 361-825-
3500; artmuseumofsouthtexas.org When you’re out and about her stories, including “Don’t Bungee Jump Select Saturdays kick off with pre-concert who are riding high after receiving national sugar-making process of the 1840s and
at various events across the Naked” and “Don’t Send a Man to the Gro- musical performances by members of Vir- attention with a performance on NPR’s how convict labor replaced slave labor
CORPUS CHRISTI: June 3 WWE Live cery Store.” The Grand 1894 Opera House,
state this summer, post your tuosi of Houston and pre-concert lectures. Tiny Desk series, a debut late night TV ap- during the 1870s. Abner Jackson Plantation
Watch your favorite WWE superstars go 2020 Postoffice St. 800-821-8194 or
head to head. Experience a night of action, photos on Instagram so we
409-765-1894; thegrand.com
drama, and athleticism as you cheer, or can join in on the fun.
boo, your favorite wrestlers. American Tag @TexasHighways and HARLINGEN: June 15 Concert in the Park
Bank Center, 1901 N. Shoreline Blvd. 361- include #TrueTexas in your featuring The Spazmatics Bring your
826-4700; americanbankcenter.com lawn chairs and blankets to the park for
caption for a chance
a free concert. There is live music and
CORPUS CHRISTI: June 8-Aug. 2 First to be featured. food vendors on-site. McKelvey Park,
Friday ArtWalk Watch downtown Corpus 1325 S. 77 Sunshine Strip. 956-622-5053;
Christi come to life every first Friday of the visitharlingentexas.com
month. Find artists, live music, and all
things creative. Shop for local arts and HOUSTON: April 24-June 16 “Murder for
crafts, see art exhibits in galleries, and Two” The hit show that is selling out
enjoy mouthwatering food and drinks as EAST BERNARD: June 8 Czech Kolache across the country is now coming to
Klobase Festival Festivalgoers enjoy live Houston. Everyone is a suspect in Murder
you pop in and out of the many restaurants
for Two, a hilarious murder mystery with a
and local bars. Artesian Park, 524 Twigg St. music, dancing, arts and crafts, raffle priz-
twist. One actor plays the investigator, the
361-882-2363; marinaarts.com es, a cake walk, and plenty of kolaches. A
barbecue plate lunch is available with other plays all 13 suspects, and both play
CORPUS CHRISTI: June 13 Jeff Dunham: the piano throughout. A zany blend of
chicken, sausage, sauerkraut, and trim-
Passively Aggressive Tour Enjoy a night of classic musical comedy and madcap
mings, and hamburgers are available in the
endless laughs with ventriloquist Jeff Dun- mystery, this whodunit is a highly theatri-
evening. This event has free parking. Riv-
ham, a global comedy superstar and one of cal duet loaded with killer laughs. Stages
erside Hall, 14643 Buls Road. 979-335-
the world’s most inventive entertainers due Repertory Theatre, 3201 Allen Parkway.
7907; kkfest.com
to his use of puppet characters incorporat- 713-527-0123; stagestheatre.com
ed into his comedy shows. American Bank FREEPORT: June 9 Freeport Market
HOUSTON: May 31-June 1 National Afri-
Center, 1901 N. Shoreline Blvd. 361-826- Square Local vendors showcase home-
can Violet Show A spectacular showcase
4700; americanbankcenter.com made goods and farm fresh items. Down-
and judged show of African violets and
town Freeport, 311 E. Park Ave. 979-233-
CORPUS CHRISTI: June 14-July 7 The others in the Gesneriad family of plants.
0066; freeport.tx.us or visitbrazosport.com
Summer Melodrama Get your popcorn See an exquisite display of hundreds of in-
ready and gear up for a hilarious, old-fash- FREEPORT: June 22 Schuster Home credible indoor plants that have been
ioned summer melodrama. Take part in the Open House Built by the Schuster family in judged by accredited judges. Winners and
long standing tradition at this Corpus 1917, the same year the city of Freeport awards are displayed. Visit the salesroom
Christi theater with the whole family. Don’t was incorporated, this home was a special and shop for unusual and unique plants not
miss your chance to cheer the hero, boo place for family gatherings and holidays. found in most garden centers. Houston
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Site, FM 2004 near SH 332. 979-297-1570; and ending in front of the Port Isabel Event Live music and food truck on-site. Down- event for all ages. Explore NEO’s interactive
ljhistory.org or visitbrazosport.com & Cultural Center. An awards ceremony fol- town Rockport, Austin Street. 361-729- campsite with tents, games, friendly com-
LAKE JACKSON: June 7 Shotgun Road in lows the race. Schlitterbahn Waterpark & 5519; rockportartcenter.com petitions, and a lawn fishing tournament.
Concert Bring lawn chairs and refresh- Beach Resort, 100 Padre Blvd. 956-761- ROCKPORT: June 22-23 TSA Rockin Sugar Land Town Square, 2711 Plaza Drive.
ments for a free outdoor concert. Lake 3000; sopadre.com Rockport Youth Sailing Regatta Rock- 281-276-6000; sugarlandtownsquare.com
Jackson Civic Center Plaza, 333 SH 332. RICHMOND: June 1 Traditional Black- port Yacht Club brings its fourth TSA-sanc- TOMBALL: June 1 Narrated Glass Blow-
979-415-2600; lakejackson-tx.gov or smithing Skills II—Workshop This 7-hour tioned youth sailing Regatta to Rockport. ing Demonstration Houston’s only
visitbrazosport.com continuation course helps participants Approximately 90 boats are expected to open-access studio allows visitors to
LAKE JACKSON: June 14 Checkered Past progress further in blacksmithing skills and participate. Rockport Yacht Club. 361-272- watch the pros blow glass. Free, narrated
Bring lawn chairs and refreshments for a practice. Topics include forge use and care, 9644; rockportyachtclub.org demos are held on the first Saturday of
heat treating, annealing, quenching, nor- every month (except August). Check the
free outdoor concert. Lake Jackson Civic ROCKPORT-FULTON: June 15 Rockport-
malization, and tempering. Students make a website before heading out, as demon-
Center Plaza, 333 SH 332. 979-415-2600; Fulton Market Days More than 100 ven-
project to take home. This class is open only strations typically start at 3 p.m. There is
lakejackson-tx.gov or visitbrazosport.com dors and live music add extra fun the third
to participants who have attended the initial also a showroom and gallery for gift-shop-
LAKE JACKSON: June 15 Bird Banding weekend of the month. The pet-friendly
skills class or have forging experience. ping. Three Dimensional Visions—Glass
Volunteers collect baseline data on bird market offers more than a dozen food
George Ranch Historical Park, 10215 FM 762 Blowing Houston, 17442 FM 2920. 281-
populations at the sanctuary. The banding trucks and food vendors, with seating in the
Road. 281-343-0218; georgeranch.org 734-0366; threedimensionalvisions.com
station is an excellent opportunity to see shade. Festival Grounds at Rockport Harbor,
RICHMOND: June 8 Kickoff to Juneteenth 100 Seabreeze. 361-463-0125 VICTORIA: May 24-July 14 Kathleen El-
birds up close and to learn all the birds of
In Galveston on June 19th, 1865, Union Gen- liott Exhibit This exhibit features the glass
the Brazosport area. Gulf Coast Bird Ob- SEABROOK: June 19-23 Texas Outlaw
eral Gordon Granger declared, “The people sculpture work of Kathleen Elliott, where
servatory, 299 W. SH 332. 979-480-0999; Challenge This is the biggest performance
of Texas are informed that, in accordance botanical forms are used to create surreal
gcbo.org or visitbrazosport.com boating event in Texas with five days and
with a proclamation from the Executive of representations of nature. The Nave Muse-
LAKE JACKSON: June 16 Pool Daze of nights of Texas-style parties. Endeavour
the United States, all slaves are free.” Join um, 306 W. Commercial St. 361-575-8228;
Fun Enjoy outdoor pool games with free ad- Marina, 3101 NASA Road 1. 281-702-8744;
the George Ranch 154 years later to kick off navemuseum.com
mission. Lake Jackson Outdoor Pool, 300 texasoutlawchallenge.com
the celebration for this historic event with a VICTORIA: June 1-8 Victoria Bach Festi-
Magnolia. 979-297-4533; lakejackson-tx.gov a re-enactment and barbecue lunch. SOUTH PADRE ISLAND: June 7-8 Dargel
val Enjoy classical music performances at
or visitbrazosport.com George Ranch Historical Park, 10215 FM 762 Boat Owners Tournament The slot redfish the 44th annual event. Various locations.
LAKE JACKSON: June 21 Hysterimania— Road. 281-343-0218; georgeranch.org with the most spots wins. In case of a tie, 361-570-5788; victoriabachfestival.org
Def Leppard Tribute and More the earliest fish weighed in will be the win-
RICHMOND: June 15 Blacksmithing Sam-
Bring lawn chairs and refreshments for a ner. The day will offer several surprise side
pler Class This introductory class covers HILL COUNTRY
free outdoor concert. Lake Jackson Civic tournaments that will be announced at the
fire-building and maintenance, shop safety,
Center Plaza, 333 SH 332. 979-415-2600; event. This family-friendly event also has
tools and equipment, and hammer control. AUSTIN: Jan. 26-July 14 “Kambui Olu-
lakejackson-tx.gov or visitbrazosport.com kids and junior divisions to help the next
Students get hands-on experience while jimi: Zulu Time” Following its last show-
generation get hooked on fishing. South case at the University at Buffalo Art Galler-
LAKE JACKSON: June 28 The Slags in working on a small project to take home.
Padre Island Convention Centre, 7355 Padre ies, this new solo exhibition by Brooklyn
Concert Bring lawn chairs and refresh- George Ranch Historical Park, 10215 FM 762
Blvd. 956-761-3000; sopadre.com Native Kambui Olujimi is on view in the
ments for a free outdoor concert. Lake Road. 281-343-0218; georgeranch.org
Jackson Civic Center Plaza, 333 SH 332. SUGAR LAND: June 6 Derek Hough Live Contemporary Project gallery. The title
RICHMOND: June 15 Father’s Day Fron-
979-415-2600; lakejackson-tx.gov or This live dance show is the first-ever solo comes from “Zulu Time,” a short-hand
tier Survival Class Help Dad discover his
visitbrazosport.com tour for the Emmy Award-winning per- term for the world’s standardized mode of
inner pioneer. Learn the necessary skills
former. Smart Financial Centre at Sugar tracking time, also known as “Coordinated
PORT ARTHUR: June 1-2 Garden Fest for living on the Texas prairie and help fire
Land, 18111 Lexington Blvd. 281-207-6278; Universal Time” (UTC). Through compelling
A family- and photo-friendly celebration, off the cannon. George Ranch Historical
smartfinancialcentre.net two-dimensional and sculptural work, the
this event has colorful blooms, towering Park, 10215 FM 762 Road. 281-343-0218;
SUGAR LAND: June 8 Sugar Land Heri- artist invites visitors to consider this em-
bamboo, lotus blossoms, and citrus plants georgeranch.org
pirical system of reference and the invisi-
that are all part of the landscape. Koi tage Hike This historic walking tour takes
RICHMOND: June 19 Juneteenth at the ble hierarchies that impact our daily lives.
ponds and Buddha statues dot the attendees back to the time when Sugar
Ranch Celebrate Juneteenth and the en- Blanton Museum of Art, 200 E. MLK Blvd.
grounds. Vendors and cultural programs Land was a company town, with virtually
during African American contribution to 512-471-5482; blantonmuseum.org ‘60s: musically, culturally, and politically. AUSTIN: June 3-Aug. 2 Professional Art
are part of the festival. Buu Mon Buddhist all enterprises managed by the Imperial
the George family legacy. Learn about the LBJ Presidential Library, 2313 Red River St. Academy Teen Summer Camps Art stu-
Temple, 2701 Procter St. 409-982-9319; Sugar Company or its affiliate, Sugarland AUSTIN: Through Jan. 26, 2020 “Mo-
African American families—both pre- and 512-721-0200; lbjlibrary.org dio Atelier Dojo offers a rigorous training to
buumon.org Industries. Sugar Land Heritage Museum & town: The Sound of Young America” This
post-slavery—who helped shape the young, dedicated artists between 13-18
Visitor Center, 198 Kempner St., Building B, exhibit celebrates the 60th anniversary of AUSTIN: June 1-2 Pond Tour Trek around
PORT ARTHUR: June 19 Juneteenth George Ranch Historical Park. Observe a years old. The Summer Teen Intensive
second floor. 281-275-2045; slheritage.org the birth of Motown Records. The exhibit town on this self-guided tour of ponds and
Observations around this date in Port Ar- re-enactment of Union General Gordon Classes are designed to offer a sampling of
traces the evolution of the label, focusing gardens. Visitors go to Austin Pond Society
thur have included a sunrise service, pag- Granger’s speech, and hear the reactions SUGAR LAND: June 14-16, 21-23 “Spring the Dojo’s yearly courses in drawing and oil
on its major artists and musical achieve- member’s private home gardens and
eant, parade, and cultural programs in the of the men and women who lived through Awakening” The winner of eight Tony painting, specifically tailored to teens. Stu-
ments, and explores how the sound of Mo-
park. Barbara Jacket Park, 444 Fourth St. this difficult time. George Ranch Historical Awards including Best Musical, this rock ponds to see beautiful landscapes with dents should come prepared to learn,
town continues to influence some of pop
409-332-1709 Park, 10215 FM 762 Road. 281-343-0218; musical explores the journey from adoles-
music’s most important artists today. With
ponds, fish, plants, and fountains. One grow, and have fun. Classes include figure,
PORT ISABEL/SOUTH PADRE ISLAND: georgeranch.org cence to adulthood with a poignancy and
support from the Motown Museum in De- home has a pirate ship and a hedge maze. cast, and still-life drawing; still-life paint-
June 1 Longest Causeway Run Follow a ROCKPORT: June 8 Art Center Market passion that is illuminating and unforgetta-
troit, and personal artifacts from some of Another has a piano with plants in it. After ing; and self-portrait drawing. Atelier Dojo,
Second Saturday Member artists exhibit ble. Sugar Land Auditorium, 226 Lakeview the music’s biggest recording artists, Mo- purchasing tickets online, you’re given a 916 Springdale Road, Building 2, Suite
6.2 mile (10K) course starting at Schlitter-
bahn Beach Waterpark on South Padre Is- and sell their unique and one-of-a-kind Drive. 713-302-5329; inspirationstage.com town: The Sound of Young America is the map with addresses to drive to the homes 106B. 281-793-4209; atelierdojo.com
land, continuing on to the Queen Isabella fine art, photography, jewelry, pottery, SUGAR LAND: June 29 Summer Family first major museum exhibition to embrace yourself. Multiple locations. 512-762-7647; AUSTIN: June 7-9 Austin Terror Fest
Causeway and over the Laguna Madre Bay, wood carving, yard art, fiber art, and more. “Camp Out” Enjoy a fun, family-friendly all facets of the biggest sound in soul in the austinpondsociety.org This annual celebration of underground
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and independent heavy metal music and join in the fun as the Bandera Business As- the Plaza, to hear the oom-pah-pah of Center, 140 City Park Road. 830-249-4616;
rock culture takes place this year across a sociation holds its annual event on the their favorite tunes, and watch the kids do visitboerne.org
three-day weekend. Each night of the fes- banks of the Medina River. Bring your tube the chicken dance. Bring lawn chairs, blan- BOERNE: June 22 Concert in the Cave
tival takes over several popular music ven- for the opportunity of floating in one of the kets, and picnics. Main Plaza, 100 N. Main. Enjoy an eclectic mixture of uplifting, con-
ues downtown—Empire Control Room and cleanest, clearest rivers in Texas. Activities 830-248-1635; visitboerne.org temporary acoustic songs, ancient instru- JUST A UPCOMING EVENTS
Garage, and Barracuda—to offer attendees include kayak races, exhibits, water BOERNE: June 8-9 Boerne Market Days mentation, improvisation, and contempla- IN BLANCO!
games, river rodeo, car show, music, food
HILL
performances from some of the most Hundreds of festive booths display every- tion celebrating the Summer Solstice. Cave
in-demand heavy metal and rock acts booths, arts and crafts, paddle boats, and Without A Name, 325 Kreutzberg Road.
thing from collectibles and remembrances
from across the globe, including several cookoff. Children 12 and under and active 830-537-4212; visitboerne.org Market Days
of the past to modern innovations that will
that have never performed in Texas before. military are free. Bandera City Park, EVERY 3rd SAT.
bring a smile of wonder to those who stroll BOERNE: June 22 Hot Rod Night With live
Various locations. austintexas.org 1102 Maple St. 830-796-3045;
past. Boerne Main Plaza, 100 N. Main. music and classic cars, this event is remi-
banderacowboycapital.com
BANDERA: June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Bandera 210-844-8193; visitboerne.org niscent of old-fashioned Americana street Special Activities
Cattle Company Gunfighters Experience
gunfight re-enactments at noon and 2 p.m.
Bandera Visitors Center, 126 SH 16 S. 830-
BOERNE: June 1 Boerne Family Fish
The first Saturday in June is fish without a
license day in the state of Texas—therefore
BOERNE: June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Farmers
Market at The Cibolo Shop fresh local
parties—a gathering place for old and new
friends. The Lonestar Pickerz perform COUNTRY every weekend AT THE
Blanco State Park
produce, farm fresh eggs, breads, jams, classic country. Soda Pops, 103 N. Main.
796-3045; banderacowboycapital.com adults fishing in this tournament are not 830-331-8799; visitboerne.org
required to carry a fishing license to par-
jellies, local honey, and Texas Hill Country D R I V E AWAy
BANDERA: June 1 Bandera Market Days arts and crafts. Herff Farm, 33 Herff Road. BOERNE: June 22 Moondance Concert
ticipate. Boerne City Lake Park, 1 City Lake
Shop arts and crafts vendors in downtown 830-249-4616; visitboerne.org Series Bring drinks, chairs, and a picnic for
Road. 830-248-1635; visitboerne.org
Bandera. Bandera County Courthouse BOERNE: June 8 Kuhlmann-King Muse- a concert beneath the Texas stars. Cibolo
Lawn, 500 Main St. 830-796-3045; um Tour Located behind Boerne City Hall, Nature Center, 140 City Park Road. 830-
banderacowboycapital.com the Kuhlmann-King house gives the public 249-4616; visitboerne.org
BANDERA: June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Cowboys the opportunity to step back in time to see BOERNE: June 30 Independence Day Bo-
on Main Every Saturday expect to see and what a historic Boerne home looked like erne Concert Band Concert Celebrate the jun
interact with a sample of the Old West “way back when.” Open every Second Sat- Fourth of July with lots of patriotic music lavender
cowboy lifestyle on Main Street. 830-796- urday of each month. Kuhlmann-King performed by the Boerne Concert Band.
7-9 festival
3045; banderacowboycapital.com House, 402 E. Blanco Road. 830-331-1033; Concert goers should bring lawn chairs,
BANDERA: June 1 The Old Timers Trading visitboerne.org blankets, and picnics. Main Plaza, 100 N. VISITBLANCOTEXAS.com
Post Meet local artists and artisans. The BOERNE: June 8 Second Saturday Art Main. 830-248-1635; visitboerne.org
Old Timer, 14178 SH 16 N. 830-796-3045; BEFORE Beat Boerne shops and art galleries are BULVERDE: June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Saturday
banderacowboycapital.com
YOU GO teaming up to bring you a heart-racing fine
art experience. Take a walk on the art side
Night Rodeo This rodeo features all types
of Texas entertainment, from live music
BANDERA: June 4 Cowboy Capital Opry
See some Grand Ole Opry-style entertain- Planning a trip? every second Saturday of the month. Hill and dancing to mechanical bulls, mutton’
ment, hosted by Gerry and Harriet Payne, Find real-time Country Mile, 100 N. Main. 210-954-6659; bustin, and calf scrambles. Enjoy beer,
and enjoy refreshments and door prizes. Sil- highway conditions and visitboerne.org wine, and soft drinks coupled with barbe-
ver Sage Community Center, 803 Buck Creek. weather feeds online cue, tacos, steak, burgers, and more. Tejas
BOERNE: June 14-16 Berges Fest Every
830-796-3045; banderacowboycapital.com Rodeo Company, 401 Obst Road. 830-980-
at drivetexas.org Father’s Day weekend, this hometown cel-
2226; tejasrodeo.com
BANDERA: June 7, 14, 21, 28 Bandera or by calling ebration brings live music and old-fash-
Summer Rodeo Friday night summer 800-452-9292. ioned contests of skill and luck. The cele- CASTROVILLE: June 9 Artisans,
rodeo events include bull riding, mini bulls, bration started in 1967 as an ice cream Antiques, and Edibles Market Days
social and music festival celebrating the Shop a selection of arts and crafts, unique
team roping, tie-down roping, No. 10 rop-
area’s German heritage. Friday evening foods, and goods from local growers.
ing, open roping, break-away roping, open
features the Miss Berges Fest Scholarship Houston Square, 1306 Angelo St. 830-538-
barrels, junior barrels, and, of course, mut-
pageant, and Saturday has a parade, carni- 3142; castroville.com/events-festivals
ton bustin’. Mansfield Park Rodeo Arena, BOERNE: June 1 Hot Rod Night With live
2886 SH 16 N. 830-796-3045; val, and family-friendly games such as COMFORT: June 11 Music in the Park
music and classic cars, this event is remi-
banderacowboycapital.com dachshund races, wheelbarrow races, wa- Held the second Tuesday of May through
niscent of old-fashioned Americana street
termelon eating, washer pitching, sack October, these free concerts also include
BANDERA: June 20 Third Thursday Cow- parties—a gathering place for old and new
races, a horseshoe tournament, and a free drinks provided by Gaddis Methodist
boy Camp Pickers who play Cowboy, friends. The C-Rock Band performs music
stein-hold contest. There are also mer- Church, the co-sponsor of the event with
Texas, or Western swing music are wel- of the ‘70s, ‘80s, and ‘90s. Soda Pops, 103
chants, food vendors, and arts and crafts. the Chamber of Commerce. Bring a lawn
come to sit in. Public welcome. Bandera N. Main. 830-331-8799; visitboerne.org
Herff Park, 1307 River Road. 210-325- chair, enjoy the music, and dance too.
Beverage Barn RV Park, 1407 SH 16 N. 830- BOERNE: June 2 Texas Two Step—2-Ring 5804; bergesfest.com Comfort City Park, SH 27 and Broadway.
796-3045; banderacowboycapital.com Miniature Dairy Goat Show The public
BOERNE: June 20 Thirst For Nature 830-995-3813
BANDERA: June 23 Frontier Times Jam- is welcome and encouraged to watch this 2
Every third Thursday of the month, the Ci- EARLY: June 7-9 Central Texas Cowboy
boree On the fourth Sunday of every Ring MDGA-sanctioned show. Kendall
bolo Nature Center hosts a specially Gathering This three-day event of Western
month, the Frontier Times Museum of- County Fairgrounds, 1307 River Road. visit-
themed event where visitors can learn music features performers from the Interna-
fers live music, storytelling, and more boerne.org or hillcountryminimilkers.org
about the different plant and wildlife of tional Western Music Association along with
free fun for all ages. Frontier Times BOERNE: June 4, 18 Abendkonzert The Boerne and the Hill Country’s surrounding cowboy poetry, a storytelling contest, mer-
Museum, 510 13th St. 830-796-3045; Boerne Village Band is the longest contin- areas. Sip on an adult beverage made to chandise and food vendors, Western re-en-
banderacowboycapital.com uously playing German band in the world match the theme for that month for those actment skits, and kid’s activities like stick
BANDERA: June 29 Bandera Riverfest outside of Germany. Concert regulars who are of age, or choose the non-alco- horse barrel racing, pony rides, barrel train
Bring your swimsuit and river shoes and come early to grab their favorite spot at holic version for the kids. Cibolo Nature rides, and face painting. Stagecoach Station
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Venue, 400 Old Comanche Road. 325-200- holding court in Gruene Hall every Tuesday HUTTO: June 22 Sunset Block Party gories in this popular annual show. Kerr Singing Wind Park, 2112-2116 Singing Wind engaging communities in the fight against
8198; stagecoachstationvenues.com evening—now in its 24th year. If you hav- Bash This free, family-friendly event in- Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett St. Drive. 830-257-7300; kerrrvilletx.gov cancer. More than 700 participants are
FREDERICKSBURG: May 31-June 1 en’t caught Two Ton fever yet, grab your cludes live music, food trucks, kids and 830-895-2911; kacckerrville.com KERRVILLE: June 21 Summer Concerts in expected to be there to send off the team
The Gatlin Brothers in Concert dancing shoes and get ready. The band family activities, and arts and craft ven- KERRVILLE: June 2 Painting with Piz- the Park Enjoy some summer jams at this and to celebrate at the finish with deli-
This Grammy Award-winning trio have takes the stage at 8:30 p.m. Come early for dors. Fritz Park, 306 E. Live Oak St. 512- zazz Enjoy a glass of wine and chocolate cious, local barbecue, live music, beer,
free event. Bring your lawn chairs. Louise
dazzled audiences for more than 60 years swing dance lessons from 6 to 7 p.m. 759-4003; facebook.com/downtownhutto treats while creating a personalized festival activities, and a presentation by
Hays Park, 202 Thompson. 830-257-7300;
with a lifetime of noteworthy achieve- Gruene Hall, 1281 Gruene Road. 830-629- INGRAM: June 14-15, 21-22, 28-29 “Mad- wine glass. Kerrville Hills Winery, 3600 kerrvilletx.gov the Texas 4000 team. Non-cyclists are
ments in their storybook career. Rockbox 5077; gruenehall.com agascar: A Musical Adventure” Based on Fredericksburg Road. 830-895-4233; welcome to purchase a food pass that
KERRVILLE: June 22 Cody’s Memorial includes lunch, beverages, and the
Theater, 109 N. Llano. 830-997-7625; GRUENE: June 7, 14, 21, 28 Friday After- the DreamWorks animated motion picture, kerrvillehillswinery.com
Car Show The third annual event includes finish-line activities. Hanna Springs
rockboxtheater.com noon Club at Gruene Hall A Gruene Hall this musical follows your favorite crack-a- KERRVILLE: June 7-8 Shakespeare in a car show, barbecue lunch plates, a silent Sculpture Garden, 501 E. North Ave.
tradition, now in its 21st year, where hip- lackin’ friends as they escape from their the Park Bring a chair, blanket, and food,
FREDERICKSBURG: June 1 Masonic Open auction, door prizes, a kids zone, and
sters, oldsters, suits, locals, and drifters home in New York’s Central Park Zoo and 737-300-2318; atlasride.org
Car Show The 15th annual event benefits and watch a free play under the stars: music. Kerr County Hill Country Youth
mix it up to start their weekend rite (pun find themselves on an unexpected journey LLANO: June 7-8 Open Pro Rodeo This
various charitable activities, and features Shakespeare’s “The Merry Wives of Wind- Event Center, 3785 SH 27. 830-459-2639
intended). This quintessential Friday happy to the madcap world of King Julien’s Mada- year marks the 84th annual event, a full
classic cars, live music, food, vendors, and sor.” Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson
hour celebrates the warmer weather with gascar. Hill Country Arts Foundation The KYLE: June 8 Market Days Enjoy local
more. Marktplatz, 126 W. Main St. 830- Drive. 830-896-9393; playhouse2000.com weekend of bronc bustin’, bull riding, bar-
great beer prices, prize giveaways, and the Point Outdoor Theatre, 120 Point Theatre vendors, live music, and family fun under
rel racing, mutton bustin’, and calf scram-
992-3333; fredericksburgmasons.com/ KERRVILLE: June 8 National Get Out-
best in Texas tunes broadcast live by KNBT Road. 830-367-5121; hcaf.com the shade of the oak trees. City Square
carshow.html doors Day Enjoy this annual free event ble. John L. Kuykendall Arena and Events
92.1 FM Radio New Braunfels. There’s even JOHNSON CITY: June 22-23 Market Days Park, 101 S. Burleson St. 512-262-3939;
FREDERICKSBURG: June 7 First Friday meant to encourage healthy, active, out- Center, 2200 W. RR 152. 325-247-5354
a very special guest interview each week. Local artisans sell handmade items, jewel- cityofkyle.com/recreation
Art Walk Fredericksburg Tour fine art door fun. Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson LLANO: June 7-8 Volunteer Fire Depart-
Past guests include Ray Benson, Steve ry, and plants. Food trucks are on-site. City LAMPASAS: June 1 2019 Atlas Ride
galleries offering special exhibits, demon- Drive. 830-257-7300; kerrvilletx.gov ment Barbecue Cookoff This is a fund-
Earle, Delbert McClinton, Radney Foster, Park, US 290 at Avenue G. 830-868-7684; This celebratory cycling event kicks off
strations, refreshments, and extended KERRVILLE: June 14-30 “Women in raiser for the Llano Volunteer Fire Depart-
Hayes Carll, and Ray Wylie Hubbard. lbjcountry.com the summer with the opportunity for
viewing hours the first Friday of every Jeopardy!” “Thelma and Louise” meets ment. This year includes a $10,000 payout
Gruene Hall, 1281 Gruene Road. 830-606- JOHNSON CITY: June 30 Art Walk All gal- friends, family, and community members
month. Various locations. 830-997-6523 “The First Wives Club” in this modern to make it worthwhile for the cookers and
1281; gruenehall.com leries are open for new exhibits and are to ride with the 2019 Texas 4000 Team on
FREDERICKSBURG: June 7-8 Thomas comedy. Playhouse 2000 VK Garage The- their support. Robinson Park, 123 Robinson
GRUENE: June 9 Gospel Brunch with a serving adult beverages and snacks. North day one of their 70-day journey from Aus-
Michael Riley Music Festival The 12th an- ater, 305 Washington St. 830-896-9393; Park Drive. 325-248-3408; facebook.com/
Texas Twist in Gruene Hall In the tradition Nugent and Main streets. 830-868-7684; tin, Texas to Anchorage, Alaska. There are
nual music festival features Texas Country playhouse2000.com 25- and 50-mile ride options through the llanovfdannualbbqcookoff
of a New Orleans-style gospel brunch, johnsoncitytexas.info
music artists hosted by Thomas Michael KERRVILLE: June 15 Kerrville Skate- hill country with beautiful views and wild- LLANO: Aug. 14-15 Summer Powwow
enjoy awe-inspiring gospel music coupled KERRVILLE: May 4-June 29 American
Riley. Activities include camping, campfire board Competition Entrants have 3 min- life. This event raises money and aware- The Texas Indian Hobbyist Association
with a mouth-watering buffet, catered by Plains Artists Signature Show See art-
pickin’, and chicken bingo. Luckenbach utes to perform their best skating skills. ness for cultivating student leaders and hosts the 63rd annual powwow with the
Gristmill River Restaurant and Bar. Gruene work from American Plains artists. Muse-
Texas, 412 Luckenbach Town Loop.
Hall, 1281 Gruene Road. 830-629-5077; um of Western Art, 1550 Bandera Highway.
830-997-3224; luckenbachtexas.com
gruenehall.com 830-896-2553; museumofwesternart.com
FREDERICKSBURG: June 14-16, 21-23,
GRUENE: June 15-16 Old Gruene Market KERRVILLE: May 23-June 6 Kerrville
28-30 “The Sound of Music” Fredericks-
Days Nearly 100 vendors offer uniquely Folk Festival The 48th annual event offers
burg Theater Company presents Rodgers
crafted items and packaged Texas foods. 18 days and nights of songwriters with na-
and Hammerstein’s 1959 hit stage musical,
Gruene Historic District, 1601 Hunter Road. tional and international acclaim. Quiet Val-
which tells the inspiring true story of the
830-629-5077; gruenemarketdays.com ley Ranch, 3876 Medina Highway. 830-
von Trapp Family Singers and their escape
from Austria during the rise of Nazism. GRUENE: June 20 Come and Taste It— 257-3600; kerrvillefolkfestival.org
Steve W. Shepherd Theater, 1668 S. US 87. Meet Texas’ Best Winemakers Sample KERRVILLE: June 1 Hill Country Swap
830-997-3588; fredericksburgtheater.org Texas’ best wines and craft brews on the Meet This shopping experience is a giant
FREDERICKSBURG: June 14-16 Freder- third Thursday of each month throughout community garage sale, flea market, and
icksburg Trade Days Shop more than 400 the year (except January). A featured trade days all-in-one. Buy or sell new,
winemaker showcases three of their new- used, antiques, collectibles, arts and
vendors or relax in the biergarten while
est releases, top-selling, or hardest-to- crafts, knives, books, furniture, tools,
listening to live music. 355 Sunday Farms
find wines, alongside a craft brew hand- clothing, kitchen and household items, and
Lane. 830-990-4900; fbgtradedays.com
picked by The Grapevine staff. The much more. Concessions are on-site and
FREDERICKSBURG: June 14 The Mar- complimentary tastings are held on the lots of free parking is availalbe. Pets on a
shall Tucker Band in Concert Listen to the patio and garden of this popular tasting leash are welcome. Kerr County Hill Coun-
gold and platinum album music of this iconic room. Samples of food that are offered for try Youth Event Center, 3785 SH 27. 830-
classic rock and country band—pleasing au- sale are provided, and each event fea- 459-6198; kerrmarketdays.org
diences for more than 40 years. The Back- tures live music and three prize give- KERRVILLE: June 1 Kerr County Market
yard Amphitheater, 2254 S. US 87. 830-644- aways. The Grapevine, 1612 Hunter Road. Days Shop in an indoor marketplace for
2252; thebackyardamphitheater.com 830-629-5077; grapevineingruene.com vendors of original handcrafted goods,
FREDERICKSBURG: June 23 PCAA Con- GRUENE: June 23 Frank Schlather Day artwork, and home-grown plants and
cert in the Park Bring your chairs, eats, in Gruene Also known as Frank’s Tranquil- produce. Pets on a leash are welcome.
and drinks to this free Sunday evening izer Hour, this event commemorates the Kerr County Hill Country Youth Event
concert. Marktplatz, 126 W. Main St. 830- legendary former “mayor” of Gruene with Center, 3785 SH 27. 830-895-7524;
997-8515; fredericksburgfestivals.com special offers at Gruene Hall, including 50- kerrmarketdays.org
GRUENE: June 4, 11, 18, 25 Two Ton Tues- cent beers from noon to 2 p.m. Gruene KERRVILLE: June 1-July 6 Southwest
days It wouldn’t be summertime without Hall, 1281 Gruene Road. 830-629-5077; Gourd Fine Art Show The nations finest
popular rockabilly band Two Tons of Steel gruenehall.com gourd artists compete in a variety of cate-
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