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✨ 20 Perfect Picks in New Braunfels This Week
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Good morning, New Braunfels! Hope you had a great weekend. A new week is here, and there’s plenty happening around town to keep things interesting, so let’s get you caught up on what’s going on.
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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THE BEST THINGS TO DO IN NEW BRAUNFELS THIS WEEK
1) Calming Collage at New Braunfels Public Library (Monday, 5:30 PM) - A relaxing evening of creativity for adults looking to unwind and explore artistic expression.
2) Intermediate West Coast Swing at Attic Dance Hall (Monday, 6:30 PM) - Get inspired to keep growing as a dancer and with your partner to some great music.
3) Tasty Tuesday at McKenna Children's Museum (Tuesday, 2:00 PM) - Get hands-on at Tasty Tuesday with a fun Bunny Bait-making activity.
4) Steak Night at Happy Cow Bar (Tuesday, 5:00 PM) - Enjoy a New York strip steak supplied by Granzin’s Meat Market, served alongside a loaded baked potato for $16.
5) Fischer Park Family Storytime at Fischer Park (Wednesday, 9:30 AM) - A relaxed space for little ones to enjoy books and interactive fun. Siblings are welcome to attend.
6) Texas Keeper Cider Tasting at Otto’s Cheese Shop (Wednesday, 6:00 PM) - The opportunity to explore how different flavors complement one another.
7) Two Step Dance Lessons at Gruene Hall (Thursday, 6:00 PM) - A fun and interactive way to learn or refine classic Texas dance moves in a relaxed setting.
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8) Songwriter’s Night at The Redbird Listening Room (Thursday, 6:00 PM) - Enjoy a relaxed night of live performances and storytelling through song.
9) Disco Bingo: Fundraiser for Prince Solms Park at Krause's Biergarten (Thursday, 6:00 PM) - Join for a high-energy night of Disco Bingo benefiting new disc golf baskets.
10) Friday Afternoon Club at Gruene Hall (Friday, 4:00 PM) - Live music and a laid-back atmosphere come together.
11) Mountain Flowers at Painting with a Twist (Friday, 7:00 PM) - Participants will create a scenic floral landscape featuring mountain blooms with step-by-step instruction from a studio artist.
12) Deathtrap at Circle Arts Theatre (Friday, 7:30 PM) - A suspense-filled classic comes to the stage.
13) Sweaty Yeti Trail Run 2026 at Panther Canyon Trail (Saturday, 6:30 AM) - Join for the 8th Sweaty Yeti 8 mile, 5k, Walk and Kids Yeti chase!
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14) 2026 Thru the Chute Presented by Legacy Home Services at City Tube Chute (Saturday, 10:00 AM) - Teams launching their handmade vessels down the chute while spectators cheer them on.
15) Folk Fest at Heritage Village (Saturday, 10:00 AM) - Cultural traditions and interactive demonstrations, offering a unique glimpse into the region’s rich heritage.
16) Steve's Pantry Car Show at Gruene United Methodist Church (Saturday, 10:00 AM) - Join for an incredible morning of amazing cars, community, and purpose, all to support Steve’s Pantry!
17) Decorate a Mini Birdhouse at All McCoy's Building Supply Stores (Saturday, 10:00 AM) - Bring the kiddos by the store to paint and decorate a mini birdhouse. Perfect for spring decorations.
18) Rockcastle at The Hideaway New Braunfels (Saturday, 8:00 PM) - Performing your favorite country, rock, pop, r&b, and hip-hop tunes.
19) April Plant Swap at The Villa (Sunday, 12:00 PM) - Plant sellers will have a variety of indoor and/or outdoor plants available for sale or for trade.
20) Perreo y Pilates at Wildside New Braunfels (Sunday, 9:00 AM) - Are you ready for the morning workout you’ll never forget? High energy Latin beats meets high intensity Pilates.
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WEATHER FORECAST
Here’s a look at the upcoming weather forecast:
Monday: High: 73º | Low: 48º | 5% chance of precipitation
Tuesday: High: 76º | Low: 53º | 5% chance of precipitation
Wednesday: High: 79º | Low: 61º | 10% chance of precipitation
Burn Ban: ON
Water Restrictions: Stage 2
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That’s a wrap on this week’s picks. There are so many different ways to make the days ahead fun. Got something you’re excited about? Hit reply and let us know.
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Until next time,
— The New Braunfels Life Team
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