🎉 The Best Things Happening in New Braunfels Thanksgiving Week

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Good morning, New Braunfels! We hope you had a great weekend! Were you at the tree lighting ceremony on Friday night? The holiday season is now officially here, and there’s so much cool stuff happening around town, like the new Gruene Ice Rink that just opened up for the season yesterday. Definitely check that out when you get a chance!

Looking for fun stuff to do this Thanksgiving week? 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) TIDY Volunteers at New Braunfels Public Library (Monday, 5:00 PM) - Earn service hours by helping keep our community safe by cleaning toys in the children's room.

2) Morning Family Screen Time at The Courthouse (Monday, 8 AM - 12 pm) - Head to The Courthouse with your little ones to watch cartoons on their giant outdoor screen.

3) Swing Dance Lessons at Gruene Hall (Tuesday, 6:00 PM) - Learn fun East Coast Swing steps in this one-hour class before the Two Ton Tuesday show.

4) Two Ton Tuesday Thanksgiving Show & Food Drive at Gruene Hall(Tuesday, 8:00 PM) - Experience a Thanksgiving show by Two Tons of Steel while donating a canned good for a discount.

5) Lederhosen Junkies live at Krause's Cafe (Wednesday, 6:00 PM) - Enjoy lively performances by the polka-influenced band featuring the charismatic Isaak Klaus.

6) Shinyribs live at Gruene Hall (Wednesday, 8:00 PM) - Experience an unforgettable show filled with music from the eclectic band led by Kevin Russell.

7) Pool Tournament at Happy Cow Bar (Thursday, 7:00 PM) - Join an 8 Ball Double Elimination pool tournament with a chance to win a cash prize.

If you’re dreaming about your next getaway, our local travel expert Royce Staley of Cruise Planners has access to some of the biggest Black Friday cruise deals you’ll find anywhere — many already live before Black Friday, such as:

✨ Norwegian Cruise Line50% off all cruises + the return of Free at Sea, with simplified perks
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8) 16th Annual Gruene Turkey Trot at Gruene Hall (Thursday, 7:00 AM) - Kick off Thanksgiving Day with a fun 5K run/walk through the historic Gruene area.

9) HAPPY THANKSGIVING! at Pour Haus (Thursday, 8:00 PM) - They’re open and happy to serve you on this Turkey-filled holiday!

10) Luke Leverett live at Krause's Cafe (Friday, 12:00 PM) - Experience a blend of folk-rock and soft rock by the talented singer-songwriter Luke Leverett.

11) Desert Highway live at Krause's Cafe (Friday, 6:00 PM) - Relive the classic sounds of the Eagles with this nationally recognized tribute band.

12) GRUENE HALL PRESENTS… Aaron Watson: Buy The World A Round Tour (Friday, 8:00 PM) - Enjoy a groundbreaking performance by independent country artist Aaron Watson.

13) UT vs Texas A&M Watch Party at The Courhouse (Friday, 6:30 pm) - Don’t miss one of the most storied rivalries in sports. Catch the action on the jumbo screen at The Courthouse.

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We can’t spill the details just yet, but The New Braunfels Life Plus is dropping a brand-new Black Friday offer — and trust us, you’re going to want in on this. It’s one of the most exciting membership deals we’ve ever released, and you’ll get the full reveal in tomorrow’s email. 👀

In the meantime, don’t forget: Plus members can still claim a FREE Santa’s Ranch pass, but only while our limited supply lasts. If you haven’t grabbed yours yet, now’s the time.

✨ Stay tuned — something special is coming.

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14) Keg Tapping to Honor Sydnie! at Krause's Cafe (Friday, 7:30 PM) - Celebrate champion Sydnie with a keg tapping event featuring live music.

15) Gumbo Ya Ya live at Krause's Cafe (Saturday, 11:30 AM) - Experience an Austin-based blues and R&B band bringing the vibrant sounds of New Orleans to life.

16) Photos with Cowboy Kringle in Historic Gruene (Saturday, 10:30 AM) - Cowboy Kringle is ready to spread holiday cheer with festive photo sessions for families.

17) Passing Strangers at Krause's Cafe (Sunday, 6:00 PM) - Catch the 80's and 90's tribute band known for their dynamic performances.

18) Ryan Waguespack live at Krause's Cafe (Sunday, 11:00 AM) - Experience a versatile guitarist performing a mix of genres, from classical to rock.

19) Cactus Country live at Krause's Cafe (Sunday, 3:00 PM) - Enjoy country and variety music by the talented Cactus Country Band.

20) Lee Mathis & The Brutally Handsome Band at Gruene Hall (Sunday, 3:00 PM) - Don’t miss an exciting performance by this popular local band.

Looking for something fun (and educational!) to do while the kids are out of school? The Science Mill in Johnson City is kicking off a full week of hands-on STEM adventures, and it’s perfect for families. This month’s theme, Wild at Risk, dives into extinct and endangered animals through interactive activities like bird-beak biomimicry challenges, wildlife population games, real fur investigations under the microscope, and more.

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WEATHER FORECAST 

Here’s a look at the upcoming weather forecast:

Monday: High: 77º | Low: 53º | 5% chance of precipitation

Tuesday: High: 81º | Low: 53º | 5% chance of precipitation

Wednesday: High: 65º | Low: 43º | 5% chance of precipitation

Burn Ban: ON

Water Restrictions: Stage 2

Did you know Scotland’s traditional driven pheasant hunts are what inspired Joshua Creek Ranch to open back in 1990? That legacy continues this Thanksgiving Weekend with two Open Line Driven Shoots on Saturday, November 29, and there’s still time to claim your spot.

Start the morning with a classic mallard shoot, enjoy a complimentary lunch, then gear up for a high-volume pheasant hunt in the afternoon. If you missed this month’s earlier open shoot, this is your chance to get in on the action just an hour from New Braunfels.

📞 Call 830-537-5090 or click here to reserve your peg.

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Thanks!

That’s a wrap on this week’s top picks—plenty of ways to make the days ahead memorable and fun. We’d love to hear from you, so hit reply and let us know what you’re most excited about!

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Until next time,

— The New Braunfels Life Team

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