The town makes a great home base for excursions to Enchanted Rock, the LBJ parks, and other Hill Country wonders.
Upcoming Events
First Friday Art Walk
Oct. 7
Various locations
Participating fine art galleries remain open until 8 p.m. so visitors have time to explore the various events and exhibits planned throughout the day and enjoy local refreshments. Just look for the galleries flying the Art Walk flag.
Texas Mesquite Arts Festival
Oct. 7-9
Marktplatz, 100 block of West Main Street
This is the 28th year for the festival dedicated to the world's largest selection of original mesquite art. The event is a showcase for sculpture, furniture, wood turnings, architectural accents, gift items, ornaments, and other items.
Monarch Celebration
Oct. 8
Wildseed Farms, 100 Legacy Drive
Celebrate the monarch butterfly migration at this "Tag and Release" program, with fun and educational activities for the whole family.
Trade Days
Oct. 14-16
Fredericksburg Trade Days, 355 Sunday Farms Lane
Shop more than 350 vendors in seven barns and acres of antiques, collectibles, tools, crafts, shabby chic, primitives, ranch furniture, hunting accessories, candles, unique clothing, jewelry, food, and other items.
"The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance"
Oct. 14-16, 21-23
Steve W. Shepherd Theater, 1668 US 87 South
Fredericksburg Theater Company presents this production that takes audiences on a journey into the 1890 Wild West and the classic themes of good versus evil, law versus the gun, and one man versus Liberty Valance. It's a tale of love, hope, and revenge set against the vicious backdrop of a lawless society.
Knights of Columbus Bestfest
Oct. 15
Marktplatz, 100 block of West Main Street
Not quite Oktoberfest but the Bestfest, with specialty beer and sausage tastings, live music and polka bands, prizes, games for kids, and proceeds benefiting local charities.
Food and Wine Fest
Oct. 22
Various locations
Indulge at the 31st annual Fredericksburg Food and Wine Fest, a grand celebration of Texas food and wine with musical entertainment and fun plus several special events at different locations including Messina Hof Hill Country, Becker Vineyards, and the Marktplatz in downtown Fredericksburg.
Hill Country Indian Artifact Show
Oct. 22
Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park, 432 Lady Bird Drive
This show features a wide variety of some of the finest Native American artifacts from Texas and the United States including arrowheads, pottery, and beads.
First Friday Art Walk
Nov. 4
Various locations
Participating fine art galleries remain open until 8 p.m. so visitors have time to explore the various events and exhibits planned throughout the day and enjoy local refreshments. Just look for the galleries flying the Art Walk flag.
Disney's "High School Musical JR"
Nov. 12-13
Steve W. Shepherd Theater, 1668 US 87 South
Fredericksburg Theater Company presents a junior stage version of Disney's smash-hit musical. A "brainiac" girl and "jock" boy cause an upheaval when they decide to audition for the high school musical. Together, their alliance might just open the door for other students to shine as well.
Trade Days
Nov. 18-20
Fredericksburg Trade Days, 355 Sunday Farms Lane
Shop more than 350 vendors in seven barns and acres of antiques, collectibles, tools, crafts, shabby chic, primitives, ranch furniture, hunting accessories, candles, unique clothing, jewelry, food, and other items.
Historic Home Tour and Holiday Market
Nov. 19
Pioneer Museum, 325 W. Main St.
The Gillespie County Historical Society offers tours of historic homes in and around Fredericksburg as well as a holiday market that's decorated in its holiday finest.
The Peddler Holiday Show
Nov. 25-27
Gillespie County Fairgrounds and Exhibition Hall, 530 Fair Drive
Celebrating over 40 years as Texas' favorite arts and crafts show, the Peddler Holiday Show always arrives at the perfect time for holiday shopping.
Trade Days Holiday Encore
Nov. 25-27
Fredericksburg Trade Days, 355 Sunday Farms Lane
Shop twice in November at this encore Trade Days, with over 350 vendors in seven barns, acres of antiques, a biergarten, and live music.
Eisbahn Outdoor Ice Skating
Nov. 25-Jan. 2
Marktplatz, 100 block of West Main Street
This annual seasonal outdoor ice skating rink benefits the Heritage School, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, and the Boys and Girls Club of Fredericksburg.
A Christmas Wine Affair
Nov. 28-Dec. 23
Various locations
Savor all that Texas Wine Country has to offer this holiday season by sipping and sampling award-winning wines at participating Texas Hill Country wineries.
First Friday Art Walk Fredericksburg
Dec. 2
Various locations
Tour fine art galleries offering special exhibits, demonstrations, refreshments, and extended viewing hours the first Friday of every month.
Light the Night Christmas Parade and After Glow
Dec. 2
Main Street
Sponsored by the Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce, this event lets you see Fredericksburg's historic Main Street awash in the glow of an illuminated holiday night parade.
A Ranger Christmas
Dec. 3
Texas Rangers Heritage Center, 1618 E. Main St.
Come visit with Santa at the Texas Rangers Heritage Center. Enjoy crafts, cookies, cocoa, wagon rides, and other holiday festivities.
Kinderfest
Dec. 3
Pioneer Museum, 325 W. Main St.
Children ages 10 and under are invited to bring a stocking to hang on the fireplace. While the children aren't looking, Santa and his elves work to fill the stockings according to German tradition.
The Christmas Journey
Dec. 9-10
Bethany Lutheran Church, 110 W. Austin St.
This drive-through presentation of the Christmas story depicts various scenes with live animals and actors, closely replicated backgrounds, special lighting and effects, and Christmas music filling the night air.
"Miracle on 34th Street"
Dec. 9-11, 16-18
Steve W. Shepherd Theater, 1668 US 87 South
Fredericksburg Theater Company presents the heartwarming holiday classic retold in the tradition of a live 1940s-era radio broadcast, staged with live Foley effects and a score of holiday carols.
Trade Days
Dec. 16-18, Jan. 20-22, Feb. 17-19
Fredericksburg Trade Days, 355 Sunday Farms Lane
Shop more than 350 vendors in seven barns and acres of antiques, collectibles, tools, crafts, shabby chic items, candles, unique clothing, jewelry, and food; plus, enjoy a biergarten and live music. Located 7 miles east on State Highway 290 across from Wildseed Farms.
USO-Style Hangar Dance
Dec. 31
Pacific Showroom at the Hangar Hotel, 155 Airport Road
Ring in New Year's Day dancing to the sounds of a 1940s-style big band. Take swing dance lessons and wear your best 1940s-inspired outfit to take part in the costume contest. A portion of the proceeds are donated to the United Service Organizations in Fort Hood.
Countdown to the New Year
Dec. 31
Marktplatz, 100 block of West Main Street
Ring in the new year in downtown Fredericksburg. The city hosts an early event appropriate for all ages and featuring the ball drop on the Marktplatz Square.
Hill Country Indian Artifact Show
Jan. 14
Pioneer Pavilion at Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park, 432 Lady Bird Drive
Featuring a wide variety of some of the finest Native American artifacts from Texas and the United States, including arrowheads, pottery, beads, and books.
Take 3 in Concert
Jan. 15
Fredericksburg United Methodist Church, 1800 N. Llano St.
Fredericksburg Music Club presents Take 3, a trio (Lindsay Deutsch on violin, Susan Boettger on piano, and Lila Yang on cello) that performs a multifaceted program including tangos; music from movies, Broadway, and TV shows; and familiar classics—presented with a flair for the wild and unexpected.
Hill Country Gem and Mineral Show
Jan. 21-22
Pioneer Pavilion at Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park, 432 Lady Bird Drive
The Fredericksburg Rockhounds hosts this 52nd annual gem and mineral show, where you can find artifacts, exhibits, demonstrations, jewelry, minerals, fossils, and collectors.
Wine Lovers Celebration
Jan. 30-Feb. 24
Various locations
Love is in the air, wine is in your glass, and Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. Take time this February to relax and discover all that wineries in the Texas Wine Country have to offer during this seasonal celebration.
"Dirty Rotten Scoundrels"
Feb. 10-12, 17-19, 24-26
Steve W. Shepherd Theater, 1668 US 87 South
Fredericksburg Theater Company presents this musical based on the popular film. "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" is sophisticated and suave with a good dash of mischief—a hilarious battle of cons that keeps you laughing, humming, and guessing to the end.
Emily Jumes Oskins in Concert
Feb. 19
Fredericksburg United Methodist Church, 1800 N. Llano St.
Fredericksburg Music Club presents harpist Emily Jumes Oskins, who started playing the harp and piano at an early age and has continued with her harp endeavors for over 15 years.
