❤️ Free Pet Adoptions, Paint a Portrait, & More Weekend Fun

February 20, 2026

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Good morning, New Braunfels! It’s Friday, you’ve made it to the weekend! And what a weekend it’s shaping up to be! Whether you’re ready to meet your future furry best friend at a fee-waived adoption event or turn your pet into a one-of-a-kind masterpiece on canvas, there are some seriously feel-good plans waiting for you.

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Find your new best friend at HSNBA this Friday and Saturday

Ready to fall in love? The Humane Society of the New Braunfels Area is hosting its Meet Your Match Adoption Event this Friday and Saturday, with all adoption fees waived for adoption-ready pets. That means your future dog or cat could be waiting without the usual fee attached.

Staff and volunteers will be on hand to help you find the right fit, and several foster caregivers will be bringing pets who are not typically at the shelter, giving you even more animals to meet. Visit HSNBA at 3353 Morningside Dr. on Friday from 10 AM to 5 PM or Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM.

Create a custom portrait at Paint Your Pet this Sunday

Celebrate your furry, feathered, or even scaly friend at the popular Paint Your Pet session at Painting With A Twist New Braunfels this Sunday from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm at 1551 N. Walnut Ave, Ste 20. For $58 per person, your pet’s photo will be pre-sketched onto a 16x20 canvas, and you’ll receive step-by-step guidance to bring their personality to life. Only eight seats are available, so reservations are required.

Participants ages 13 and up are welcome, and you’re free to bring your own snacks and drinks. Just be sure to send a clear head-and-shoulders photo at eye level ahead of time so your canvas is ready.

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SNEAK PEEK AT THIS WEEKEND👀

Here’s What’s Going On Around Town

FRIDAY
🎤 Andi Holleman at The Grapevine in Gruene (4:30 PM)
🤝 Teen and Tween Drop-In Volunteer Hours at New Braunfels Public Library (5:00 PM)
🎸 The Merles at Krause’s Cafe (6:00 PM)
🎶 Savannah Rae at Gruene Hall (7:00 PM)
💫 Date Night — Galaxy Love at Painting With A Twist (7:00 PM)
🧀 Pommes Aligot Night at Otto’s Cheese Shop (7:30 PM)
🎵 Highway Hypnosis at The Redbird Listening Room (7:30 PM)
🎭 Southern Fried Funeral at Circle Arts Theatre (7:30 PM)
🤠 Lowland Revelry at Happy Cow Bar (8:00 PM)
🎤 Matt Castillo at Gruene Hall (8:30 PM)
🥁 Tiffiny Dawn Band at Watering Hole Saloon (8:30 PM)

SATURDAY
♻️ Household Hazardous Waste Drop Off at City Hall (8:00 AM)
🛍️ Gruene Market Days in Gruene Historic District (10:00 AM)
📚 Family Storytime at New Braunfels Public Library (10:30 AM)
🎸 Lee Mathis at Gruene Hall (11:00 AM)
🎶 Armadillo Detour at Krause’s Cafe (11:30 AM)
🎤 JP McCabe at The Grapevine in Gruene (12:00 PM)
🍷 Saturday at the Vineyard at Dry Comal Creek Vineyards (12:00 PM)
🎨 Misty Hike at Painting With A Twist (4:00 PM)
🎵 Live Music at The Gruene Grove (12:00 PM)
🤠 Trevor Underwood at Gruene Hall (1:00 PM)
🌅 Bluebonnet Sunset at Painting With A Twist (3:00 PM)
🎼 Colton’s Kin at The Grapevine in Gruene (4:00 PM)
🎸 The Lonely Hearts Club at Krause’s Cafe (6:00 PM)
🎶 Cameron Allbright Band at Happy Cow Bar (8:30 PM)

SUNDAY

🔥 Fire & Heart at Watering Hole Saloon (9:00 PM)
🛍️ Gruene Market Days in Gruene Historic District (10:00 AM)
🎸 Bret Mullins Duo at Krause’s Cafe (11:00 AM)
🌸 Happy Hydrangeas at Painting With A Twist (1:00 PM)
🎶 River Town Relics at Krause’s Cafe (2:00 PM)
🎤 Andrew Kreitz at The Grapevine in Gruene (2:00 PM)
🎭 Southern Fried Funeral at Circle Arts Theatre (2:00 PM)
🎵 The Mark Odom Band at Watering Hole Saloon (3:00 PM)
🧘 Literary Flow – Yoga for Book Lovers at New Braunfels Public Library (3:30 PM)
🌅 Fire In The Sky at Painting With A Twist (4:00 PM)
🎻 Mid-Texas Symphony presents Baroque Spectacle at Brauntex Performing Arts Theatre (4:00 PM)
🎼 Bob Driver & Eric Middleton at The Redbird Listening Room (4:00 PM)

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WEATHER FORECAST

Here’s a look at the weekend weather forecast:

Friday: High: 72º | Low: 56º | 10% chance of precipitation

Saturday: High: 73º | Low: 41º | 5% chance of precipitation

Sunday: High: 65º | Low: 37º | 0% chance of precipitation

Burn Ban: ON

Water Restrictions: Stage 2

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BUZZ AROUND TOWN

T Bar M Camps Launches Refer-a-Friend Discount*
T Bar M Camps is encouraging families to spread the word ahead of summer camp season. When a new camper is referred to overnight camp, both families receive a $150 discount. The Christian-based camp emphasizes faith-driven leadership and positive role models through its coaching staff. Check it out to learn more.

Long Creek’s Morales Wins State Title, NBISD Shines at UIL Tournament
Long Creek junior Cruz Morales made school history by winning the Class 5A 150-pound state wrestling championship, finishing the season 40–2. Several other NBISD wrestlers also delivered strong performances, including state medalists from both Long Creek and New Braunfels High School, highlighting a standout year for local programs.

Zoning Change for 131-Home Project Heads to City Council
A proposed KB Homes development off Highway 46 is moving to New Braunfels City Council after the Planning Commission approved a zoning change. Some Mission Hills Ranch residents are voicing concerns about traffic, water infrastructure, and loss of green space, while the developer seeks to build 131 single-family homes on 38 acres.

Tacos y Tequila Launches Year of Free Queso Giveaway
Tacos y Tequila is giving two lucky winners free queso every week for a full year. To enter, participants must follow the restaurant on social media, share the post, and tag friends. Winners will be announced February 21, with a reminder to watch out for scam accounts.

Sip & Thrift Party Bus Returns Saturday
The Sip & Thrift Party Bus is back, offering a four-hour experience with a luxury ride to top thrift spots, complimentary mixers for mimosas, and plenty of shopping stops. Seats are limited for the Saturday event, and reservations are required.

Median Home Prices Dip in New Braunfels
New data from the Four Rivers Association of Realtors shows year-over-year median home prices decreased in both the 78130 and 78132 ZIP codes in January. At the same time, home sales and contracts increased in parts of the city, signaling ongoing activity in the local housing market despite price adjustments.

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Thanks!

That wraps up today’s update. Thanks for being part of our community. Have a safe and fun weekend with your loved ones! We’ll see you back here soon with more of what’s happening around town.

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Until next time,

— The New Braunfels Life Team

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