🌟 20 Fun Things Happening Around New Braunfels

August 10, 2026

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Good morning and happy Monday, New Braunfels! We hope you had a fun and safe weekend doing something you love.

A brand-new week is here, and there's plenty happening around town to help you ease into it. From local events and live music to family activities and opportunities to get out and explore, we've rounded up 20 things worth checking out today.

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.

One of New Braunfels' biggest business events of the year is coming up! The 38th Annual New Braunfels Business Expo returns on Tuesday, September 15, bringing together more than 1,500 attendees and businesses from across the area for networking, product showcases, food, entertainment, giveaways, and more.

Whether you're looking to discover local businesses, make new connections, or promote your own company, the Expo is a great way to get involved in the community. The event features two sessions at the New Braunfels Civic & Convention Center: 10:30 AM–4:00 PM and 5:30–8:00 PM.

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THE BEST THINGS TO DO IN NEW BRAUNFELS THIS WEEK

1) Toddler Time at New Braunfels Public Library (Monday, 10:30 AM) - Stories, rhymes, and songs, along with hands-on activities such as music with shakers, dancing with scarves, and movement-based play.

2) JESKA Songswap with Special Guests at Gruene Hall (Monday, 6:00 PM) - Enjoy an intimate performance featuring original songs, shared stories, and collaborations with special guest musicians.

3) Corn Hole Tournament at Gruene Grove (Monday, 7:00 PM) - An evening of friendly competition and live entertainment.

4) Music & Movement at New Braunfels Public Library (Tuesday, 9:30 AM) - Little ones can sing, dance, and explore rhythm during Music & Movement.

5) August Art Workshop at River City Advocacy (Tuesday, 10:00 AM) - Veterans, first responders, and family members ages 13 and older are invited to an August Art Workshop.

6) Popsicles for a Purpose at Fischer Park (Tuesday, 10:00 AM) - Help create small crafts for the South Texas Children’s Bereavement.

7) Burger Night at Happy Cow Bar (Wednesday, 5:00 PM) - A fantastic deal — just $10 for a burger and select domestic beers.

When you're looking for a place your kids will actually enjoy, recommendations from other parents go a long way. Our partners at Little Land New Braunfels have earned a nearly perfect 4.9-star Google rating, with parents praising the welcoming staff, clean facility, and thoughtfully designed play spaces where kids can explore, learn, and have fun.

But Little Land is more than an indoor play gym. Families can also enjoy therapist-designed developmental play, summer camps, birthday parties, classes, and pediatric therapy services, including speech, occupational, physical, and feeding therapy.

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8) Andi Holleman at The Grapevine in Gruene (Wednesday, 5:30 PM) - Enjoy an evening of live music in the winery’s welcoming atmosphere.

9) The Best Mozzarella Making Class at Otto’s Cheese Shop (Wednesday, 6:30 PM) - Learn how to make fresh mozzarella during this hands-on class.

10) Candy Scavenger Hunt at Le Petit Sweet (Thursday, 1:00 PM) - Join for a magical scavenger hunt through all the nooks and crannies of Le Petit Sweet.

11) Chick-fil-A Fundraiser for Canine Classmates at Chick-fil-A Walnut Avenue (Thursday, 5:00 PM) - Support Canine Classmates during a fundraising event.

12) Buffaloe & The Heard at Krause’s Cafe (Thursday, 6:00 PM) - Delivers soulful vocals, rhythmic guitar, original music, and crowd favorites for a fun night of live music.

13) Front Aerial Workshop #3 at AMPlify Movement (Friday, 2:30 PM) - Focuses on building the strength, power, confidence, and technique needed to successfully perform a front aerial.

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14) Friday Afternoon Club at Gruene Hall (Friday, 4:00 PM) - Enjoy an afternoon of music, dancing, and socializing in the historic venue that has welcomed generations of performers and music fans.

15) Jumbofunk at Happy Cow (Friday, 8:30 PM) - Come out for a night of live music, good vibes, and a great local atmosphere.

16) G-317 Community Emergency Response Team Basic Training Course at New Braunfels City Hall (Saturday, 8:00 AM) - Learn essential disaster preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery skills, culminating in a disaster simulation exercise.

17) Gruene Market Days in Gruene Historic District (Saturday, 10:00 AM) - Browse a wide variety of handmade goods, including artisan crafts, uniquely designed home items, and packaged Texas-made foods.

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

19) Tri Das Triathlon at Das Rec (Sunday, 8:30 AM) - This exciting community fitness event welcomes participants of all experience levels, from beginners to seasoned athletes!

20) Choose Your Squishy (Ages 5+) at Painting with a Twist (Sunday, 2:00 PM) - Lets kids and families get creative with a fun, hands-on painting experience!

Our partners at Massage Heights New Braunfels are showing some serious love for local educators. Thanks to the generosity of their team and community, they donated more than $1,500 worth of classroom supplies to 28 teachers across 24 Comal ISD and New Braunfels ISD classrooms.

It's a great reminder that supporting local means more than shopping local—it means investing in the people who make a difference in our community every day.

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WEATHER FORECAST 

Here’s a look at the upcoming weather forecast:

Monday: High: 96º | Low: 77º | 5% chance of precipitation

Tuesday: High: 100º | Low: 78º | 20% chance of precipitation

Wednesday: High: 101º | Low: 76º | 10% chance of precipitation

Burn Ban: OFF

Water Restrictions: Stage 1 (click here for more info)

Thanks!

That's a wrap for today's edition! We hope you found something fun to add to your Monday plans or discovered a local event you hadn't heard about yet.

Have a great start to the week, New Braunfels! We'll be back tomorrow with more local stories, events, and things happening around town.

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Until next time,

— The New Braunfels Life Team

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