🌟 Your Weekend Guide To New Braunfels

August 21, 2026

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Happy Friday, New Braunfels! The weekend is officially here, and there’s plenty happening around town to help you kick it off right.

Scroll down for the highlights we’ve picked out for you, and don’t forget that you can always find even more events on our full calendar on our website.

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Their fleet is growing, too, with more Rise vehicles hitting the road and getting a fresh new look. It’s exciting to see a local, family-owned company grow while staying focused on taking care of homeowners when they need it most.

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THE BEST THINGS TO DO IN NEW BRAUNFELS THIS WEEK

1) Friday Afternoon Club at Gruene Hall (Friday, 4:00 PM) - Offers an early start to the weekend with live performances inside Texas’ oldest continually operating dance hall.

2) Brandon Ford at The Grapevine in Gruene (Friday, 5:00 PM) - Enjoy an evening of live music in the winery’s welcoming atmosphere.

3) Friday Night Date Night at Dry Comal Creek Vineyards (Friday, 5:00 PM) - A combination of food, wine, and live entertainment in the vineyard setting.

4) Jay Eric at Krause’s Cafe (Friday, 6:30 PM) - Jay Eric brings years of live performance experience to the stage.

5) Bracken Bat Cave Experience at Bracken Cave (Friday, 6:30 PM) - An opportunity to witness the evening emergence of more than 15 million Mexican free-tailed bats.

While you’re dreaming about your next vacation, our partner Royce Staley of Cruise Planners is out experiencing destinations firsthand. Royce recently sailed from Portsmouth, England, with stops in Liverpool, Belfast, and Iceland, giving him firsthand insight into the cruise lines and destinations he recommends to his clients.

Whether you're dreaming of an Alaska cruise, a Caribbean getaway, or a European adventure, Royce can help with everything from choosing the right trip to booking and planning your itinerary. And his travel planning services come at no additional cost to you.

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6) Beginner Shuttle Tatting Class at Heritage Village (Saturday, 1:00 PM) - Learn the timeless art of shuttle tatting during this beginner-friendly class.

7) Paint Your Pet and Support Animal Rescue at Painting with a Twist (Saturday, 2:00 PM) - Celebrate your furry (or scaly!) friend with our one-of-a-kind Paint Your Pet event!

8) Prost Grotto Installation Banquet at Wurstfest Grounds (Saturday, 6:30 PM) - Guests will gather beneath the lights of the historic Wurstfest Grounds for this special occasion.

9) Dear Jack, Dear Louise at Circle Arts Theatre (Saturday, 7:30 PM) - A heartfelt story of love and hope unfolds at Circle Arts Theatre.

10) Southern Alibi at Happy Cow (Saturday, 8:30 PM) - Come out for a night of live music, cold drinks, and laid-back Hill Country fun.

Looking for something that's fun and educational? Our partners at Little Land New Braunfels offer classes designed to help little ones build skills while learning through purposeful play. Little Learners helps ages 3–6 prepare for Pre-K, while Sensory Art lets ages 2–6 explore creativity through textures and hands-on activities.

For kids ages 18 months–6 years, Music Exploration brings singing, dancing, movement, and new sounds into the mix. Each class is designed to make learning feel like play while supporting children's development along the way.

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11) Dungeons & Dragons Campaign at Coliseum Trading Cards & Collectibles (Sunday, 2:00 PM) - Players are invited to take part in an ongoing Level 5 campaign in a welcoming environment for adventurers looking to join a group.

12) Jeff Jacobs Trio at Watering Hole Saloon (Sunday, 3:00 PM) - Spend a Sunday afternoon enjoying live country music with the Jeff Jacobs Trio.

13) Literary Flow - Yoga for Book Lovers at New Braunfels Public Library (Sunday, 3:30 PM) - Come join at the library for a relaxing Yoga session ran by Kaislie Shepherd!

14) Hank Weaver at The Redbird Listening Room (Sunday, 4:00 PM) - Hank Weaver presents an evening of stories and songs.

15) Caleb Sam Brown at Gruene Hall (Sunday, 6:30 PM) - Enjoy an evening of live music at Texas’ oldest continually operating dance hall.

Summer in New Braunfels is too good to sit out. Whether you're hiking Panther Canyon, floating the Comal, joining the NBTX Run Club, or keeping up with the kids at Fischer Park, our partners at Texas Physical Therapy Specialists can help you get back to doing what you love.

Their team provides personalized, evidence-based care for injuries, chronic pain, and movement issues, with four convenient New Braunfels locations and specialist-level care focused on your goals.

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WEATHER FORECAST 

Here’s a look at the upcoming weather forecast:

Friday: High: 103º | Low: 75º | 10% chance of precipitation

Saturday: High: 104º | Low: 75º | 10% chance of precipitation

Sunday: High: 104º | Low: 75º | 5% chance of precipitation

Burn Ban: OFF

Water Restrictions: Stage 2 (click here for more info)

Thanks!

We hope you found a few events worth adding to your plans and have an awesome weekend ahead.

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Until next time,

— The New Braunfels Life Team

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