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Upcoming Events in Kerrville
Kerrville
“Spark! Places of Innovation,” a Smithsonian Traveling Exhibition
May 16-June 28
Kerr Arts and Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett St.
The exhibition features stories from more then 30 rural communities across the nation that reveal the dynamic relationship between place and creativity. Technical, social, cultural, artistic, or a combination of all of these—every innovation is as unique as each community.
“Stars, Stripes, and States”
June 1-Sept. 12
Museum of Western Art, 1550 Bandera Highway
This special outdoor exhibit features all 50 state flags and the 26 flags that have flown under the United States banner since 1776. The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday.
“Cliff Cavin: Journeys of a Lifetime”
June 13-Aug. 15
Museum of Western Art, 1550 Bandera Highway
Cliff Cavin, a native of San Antonio, is a landscape artist who has been painting for over 40 years. His work focuses on the American West, especially Texas and New Mexico. This one-man exhibition features more than 30 of his landscapes of the Texas Hill Country.
Pleasure Garden Blues Fest
June 20
Doyle Community Pavilion, 110 W. Barnett St.
The fifth annual event includes live blues music, food, vendors, and kids activities.
“Frozen Jr.”
June 26-28
Playhouse 2000 VK Garage Theater, 305 Washington St.
The P2K Youth Theater’s Summer Musical Theater Camp presents “Frozen Jr.,” a story of a love powerful enough to melt a frozen heart.
Concerts by the River
June 27
Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Drive
Pack up your lawn chairs and picnic blankets and come out to Louise Hays Park to enjoy an evening of live music and food from local food vendors set up along the banks of the Guadalupe River.
Kerr Arts and Cultural Center Art Exhibits
July 2-31
Kerr Arts and Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett St.
Three separate art shows are on display: “Art” by Vacie Anna Berry, the Hill Country Fiber Artists exhibit, and Hill Country Atelier exhibit.
Kerrville Open Pro Rodeo
July 3-4
Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 SH 27
Enjoy a full rodeo that includes bareback and saddle bronc riding, calf roping, team roping, ladies barrel racing, bull riding, a calf scramble, and mutton busting for the kids.
Symphony of the Hills in Concert
July 4
Cailloux Theater, 910 Main St.
Symphony of the Hills presents its Fourth of July show, “American Salute: Remembrance and Resilience.”
Fourth on the River
July 4
Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Drive
This event returns for its 16th year at Louise Hays Park. The music festival offers an afternoon of live music, kids activities, and a celebration of America’s 250th birthday. The day wraps up with the largest fireworks display in the Texas Hill Country at dusk.
Texas Gun and Knife Show
July 11-12
Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 SH 27
Vendors sell new and used guns, knives, ammo coins, jewelry, camping gear, and accessories for outdoor activities.
Summer Market
July 11-12
Inn of the Hills Conference Center, 1001 Junction Highway
Vendors bring their best in clothing, jewelry, gifts, accessories, Texas handmade items, gourmet food, photography, Scentsy products, and home décor.
“Fiddler on the Roof”
July 24-Aug. 9
Cailloux Theater, 910 Main St.
See the musical that tells the story of Tevye, a poor milkman whose devotion to his Jewish faith and family is tested by change sweeping through his village.
Heart of the Hills Golf Tournament
July 28-31
Scott Schreiner Municipal Golf Tournament, 1 Country Club Drive
Golfers from around the country and state compete in the 80th annual 72-hole golf tournament.
Kerr Arts and Cultural Center Art Exhibits
July 30-Aug. 22
Kerr Arts and Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett St.
Three separate art shows are on display: paintings by Tassie Marceaux, the Kerrville Art Club Show and Sale, and Hill Country Camera Club annual judged exhibit.
Kids Triathlon
Aug. 8
Olympic Pool, 601 Olympic Drive
Boys and girls ages 3-18 are welcome to participate in this swim, bike, and run event. Distances are designed for the average kid and first-time participant.
Kerr Arts and Cultural Center Art Exhibits
Aug. 27-Sept. 19
Kerr Arts and Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett St.
Three separate art shows are on display: paintings by Keith Stinnett, landscape and nature photography by Phil Stapleton and Frank Klein, and the center’s annual judged membership show.
KACC Art Exhibits
Sept. 1-Oct. 17
Kerr Arts and Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett St.
This month’s exhibits at the Kerr Arts and Cultural Center feature paintings by Robert Behan and Doreen Shann, works by Aurora Joleen Aristry, and a group show by the Magnificent Seven Artists.
“The Enchanted West of Adrienne Stein”
Sept. 1-Nov. 7
Museum of Western Art, 1550 Bandera Highway
See this exhibit featuring award-winning American artist Adrienne Stein’s paintings, which celebrate the natural world through bold, vibrant color.
Kerr County Market Days and Hill Country Swap Meet
Sept. 5, Oct. 10, Nov. 7
Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 SH 27
Market Days features original handcrafted items from artists and crafters, while the Hill Country Swap Meet is a community garage sale/flea market.
Texas Gun and Knife Show
Sept. 12-13
Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 SH 27
Vendors sell new and used guns, knives, ammo, coins, jewelry, camping gear, and accessories.
Triathlon Festival
Sept. 26-27
Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Drive
The event features eight different distance events and a free kids run.
Jake Hoot in Concert
Sept. 26
Cailloux Theater, 910 Main St.
Best known as the Season 17 winner of NBC’s “The Voice,” Jake Hoot has graced the Grand Ole Opry, the Ryman Auditorium, and other legendary stages, captivating audiences with his rich, soulful voice and undeniable gift for storytelling.
“Get Smart”
Oct. 2-4
Playhouse 2000 VK Garage Theater, 305 Washington St.
P2K Youth Theater presents “Get Smart,” a hilarious spoof of secret agent thrillers that follows Secret Agent Maxwell Smart on his quest to stop the sinister underground organization from their evil plot.
Fall Native Plant Sale
Oct. 3
Riverside Nature Center, 150 Francisco Lemos St.
The sale features water-wise shrubs, trees, and grasses to enhance native landscapes.
Symphony of the Hills in Concert
Oct. 8
Cailloux Theater, 910 Main St.
Enjoy a full orchestra of professional musicians and advanced music students, performing a diverse musical program featuring top soloists. This month, the symphony performs “Timeless: Webber and Brahms.”
Concerts by the River
Oct. 10
Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Drive
Bring lawn chairs and picnic blankets and come out to the park to enjoy a free concert along the banks of the beautiful Guadalupe River.
Art in the Park
Oct. 17
Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Drive
Join Kerrville Parks and Recreation at the large pavilion in Louise Hays Park for Art in the Park. All ages are welcome to the free event that offers multiple crafts to create.
Paint Kerrville Outdoor Painters
Oct. 19-24
Kerr Arts and Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett St.
Members of the Outdoor Painters Society visit Kerrville to capture on canvas the Hill Country community’s beautiful landscapes and unique buildings. The public is invited to an exhibition of the work.
Pumpkin Run 5K and Kroctober Festival
Oct. 24
Salvation Army Kroc Center, 201 Holdsworth Drive
Whether participating in the run or coming to cheer on the participants, stay for the free festivities. There’s lots of candy, bounce houses, face painting, carnival games, and a cake walk.
Mountain Bike Festival
Oct. 24-25
Kerrville Schreiner Park, 2385 Bandera Highway
This is the final race of the Texas Fall Cup. The event includes mountain bike racing, a free kids race, kids activities, and clinics.
Water Street Festival
Oct. 24
Downtown , Water Street
This festival, a celebration of art, music, heritage, and local culture in downtown Kerrville, features pop-up shops, music, kids activities, open-air food, and drink tastings.
Texas Furniture Makers Show
Oct. 29-Dec. 12
Kerr Arts and Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett St.
This annual statewide competition features one-of-a-kind pieces by some of the finest custom furniture makers in Texas.
Texas Fleece and Fiber Festival
Oct. 30-Nov. 1
Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 SH 27
The festival celebrates fiber producers, artists, teachers, and enthusiasts. Vendors sell products and art while teachers and speakers offer classes with subjects ranging from fiber arts to animal husbandry practices. There are also live demonstrations—from sheep herding to washing and dying of fleeces—exhibits, and several smaller events.
Family Fright Night
Oct. 31
Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Drive
Enjoy an evening of safe and traditional family fun at the park. Activities include trick-or-treating, games, and a costume contest.
“Red Herring”
Nov. 6-22
VK Garage Theater, 305 Washington St.
A spy thriller, love story, and screwball comedy all in one show, “Red Herring” is set in the 1950s at the height of the Cold War.
Holiday Magic
Nov. 7
Elks Lodge No. 2081, 1907 Junction Highway
The holiday market, organized by Hill Country Caring Crafters, features unique handmade craft items including autumn, Thanksgiving, and Christmas decorations, cards, and gift items.
Texas Gun and Knife Show
Nov. 14-15
Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 SH 27
Vendors sell new and used guns, knives, ammo coins, jewelry, camping gear, and accessories.
Cruise-In Car Show
Nov. 14
Kerrville Sports Complex, 111 Home Run Drive
This event is open to cars of all makes, sizes, colors, and speeds. Bring the family out to enjoy the various vehicles, music, food, and fun.
Holiday Lighted Parade, Courthouse Lighting Ceremony, and Merry on the Square
Nov. 21
Kerr County Courthouse, 700 Main St.
Officially welcome the holiday season with a lighted parade and the arrival of Santa Claus on his signature fire truck. The parade commences at the corner of G Street Bridge and Water Street and ends at the Kerr County Courthouse. After the parade, enjoy vendors, live music, food trucks, and the lighting of the Courthouse and a 45-foot-tall tree.
Comanche Trace 2026 5K Turkey Trot
Nov. 25
Comanche Trace, 3074 Bandera Highway
This scenic 5K through the beautiful Hill Country community is a healthy way to kick off the holidays.