😮 You Won't Believe What's Happening in New Braunfels This Week

Good morning, New Braunfels! Hope your weekend was awesome. Did you do any Black Friday or Small Business Saturday shopping at our amazing local businesses?

This week is shaping up to be another fun one as the holiday season is really starting to kick off. 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) Santa’s Ranch in New Braunfels (Daily, 6:00 PM) - Don’t miss your chance to see an amazing drive-thru Christmas lights show that’s become a Hill Country tradition over the last 20+ years. Open nightly!

2) Calming Collage at New Braunfels Library (Monday, 5:30 PM) - Join for a relaxing night of crafting and create art using old magazines and newspapers.

3) Karaoke Night at Krause’s Cafe (Monday, 6:00 PM) - Enjoy family-friendly karaoke with food, drinks, and a fun atmosphere.

4) Eric Heideman at Gruene Hall (Monday, 8:30 PM) - Experience live music from Eric Heideman in Gruene Hall.

5) Painting with a Twist Night at Krause’s (Tuesday, 7:00 PM) - Unwind and paint your own masterpiece while enjoying food and drinks as Painting With A Twist and Krause’s co-host a great event.

6) Workforce Weds. Job Fair New Braunfels Public Library (Wednesday, 9:00 AM) - Connect with employers and access valuable career resources at the job fair.

7) Off The Grid at Krause’s Cafe (Wednesday, 6:00 PM) - Enjoy a fun band playing a variety of music styles including country and classic rock.

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8) Wassailfest at Main Plaza (Thursday, 6:00 PM) - Sip hot cider and enjoy festive Christmas lights and entertainment in downtown at this popular annual holiday event.

9) New Braunfels Renaissance Faire at Church Hill Drive (Friday-Sunday) - Journey back to the age of kings and queens at the first weekend of the Renaissance Faire.

10) X Factory live at Krause's Cafe (Friday, 6:00 PM) - Enjoy classic rock and blues from the X Factory band.

11) The Brauntex Performing Arts Theatre Presents: MICHAEL MARTIN MURPHEY’S COWBOY CHRISTMAS (Friday, 7:30 PM) - Experience a heartwarming Cowboy Christmas show with traditional songs and dances.

12) Kyle Park live at Gruene Hall (Friday, 8:00 PM) - Celebrate an evening with Kyle Park, showcasing his latest country music.

13) Bulky Goods Drop Off (Saturday, 7:00 AM) - Dispose of large, unwanted household items at designated locations.

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14) Gruene Market Days (Saturday-Sunday, 10:00 AM) - Explore handmade items from nearly 100 artisans in Gruene Historic District.

15) 24th Annual Gruene Pony Express Ride (Saturday, 10:00 AM) - Witness the arrival of the Pony Express rider with Christmas greetings from the Texas Governor.

16) Christmas at the Caverns (Saturady, 4:30 PM) - Celebrate Christmas with carols, Santa, and festive lights at Natural Bridge Caverns.

17) The Lonely Hearts Club at Krause’s Cafe (Saturday, 6:00 PM) - Enjoy high-energy Beatles covers from Austin's newest tribute band.

18) The Hills Wedding Guide Presents Bridal Jubilee 2025 at Wurstfest Grounds (Sunday, 12:00 PM) - Discover top-tier wedding vendors and enjoy a day of pampering at the Bridal Jubilee.

19) Meet Santa at Freiheit Village! (Sunday, 12:00 PM) - Join for a festive meet and greet with Santa.

20) Dachshund Races FINALS at Krause’s Cafe (Sunday, 2:00 PM) - Cheer on the finalists in our popular dachshund races and enjoy family fun!

WEATHER FORECAST 

Here’s a look at the upcoming weather forecast:

Monday: High: 52º | Low: 36º | 20% chance of precipitation

Tuesday: High: 58º | Low: 41º | 5% chance of precipitation

Wednesday: High: 64º | Low: 51º | 25% chance of precipitation

Burn Ban: ON

Water Restrictions: Stage 2

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Both the New Braunfels and Spring Branch Bulverde locations are locally owned by a mother-daughter team, so treating yourself also supports a local Hill Country business. This offer expires tonight (Cyber Monday), so if you want it, now’s the moment.

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That’s a wrap on this week’s highlights—lots of ways to make the next few days count. Hit reply and tell us what you’re planning to check out.

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Until next time,

— The New Braunfels Life Team

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