🎶 Live Music, Wine Tastings, & Crazy Hair Fun Around New Braunfels

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Happy Thursday, New Braunfels! The weekend is almost here, and today’s edition has a little bit of everything. We’ve got a Neil Diamond tribute concert at the Brauntex, a fun Crazy Hair Day for families at McKenna Children’s Museum, and a wine and cheese tasting night at Otto’s Cheese Shop perfect for a Friday night out.

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EXPERIENCE THE ULTIMATE NEIL DIAMOND TRIBUTE AT THE BRAUNTEX

A nationally touring tribute show is bringing Neil Diamond’s biggest hits to downtown New Braunfels tonight

The Brauntex Theatre will host So Good! The Neil Diamond Experience tonight, featuring performer Robert Neary recreating the sound, energy, and stage presence of one of music’s most iconic entertainers. Backed by the band The Mystic, the show highlights many of Neil Diamond’s most beloved songs in a full concert-style experience that has toured across the country.

Very few tickets are left at this time, but if you act fast, you may still be able to get in.

➡️ Click here to grab tickets for the show tonight.

SHOW OFF YOUR WILDEST LOOK AT CRAZY HAIR DAY

McKenna Children’s Museum is turning crazy hairstyles into discounted family fun

Crazy Hair Day returns to McKenna Children’s Museum this Friday from 9 AM to 4 PM, inviting kids and families to arrive with their most creative hairstyles for a day of playful fun. Guests who participate with themed hairstyles will receive special discounted admission while enjoying the museum’s interactive exhibits and activities.

The event has become a fun tradition for families looking for an easy and entertaining outing around town, especially for younger kids who love getting creative and silly for the day.

➡️ Click here for full event details and admission information.

❄️ BEAT THE SUMMER HEAT BEFORE IT HITS

Triple-digit Texas heat is right around the corner, and now’s the time to make sure your AC system is ready before the real summer temperatures roll in. A simple maintenance check now can help prevent expensive breakdowns later, especially when your system is working overtime.

Our partners at Rise Service Company offer professional AC tune-ups that include a 21-point inspection, coil cleaning, electrical testing, refrigerant checks, and more to help keep your system running efficiently all summer long. It’s one of those things you’ll be very glad you handled before the first brutal heat wave shows up.

👉 Schedule your AC tune-up now and stay ahead of the summer heat.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING AROUND TOWN?

Here are some of the events we’re most excited about over the next few days:

THURSDAY
🔎 Mystery Discussion Group at New Braunfels Public Library (3:00 PM)
🎮 Teen Time at New Braunfels Public Library (5:00 PM)
🎶 Matt Kirk & Sylvia Kirk at The Grapevine in Gruene (5:00 PM)
👢 Line Dance Lessons at Gruene Hall (6:00 PM)
🌄 Neon Mountain Sunset Paint Class at Painting with a Twist (6:00 PM)
🧵 Fat Quarter Bingo Night at Snippets (6:00 PM)
🏍️ Gruene HD Bike Night at Tan Turtle Tavern (6:00 PM)
🎺 Alex Meixner Band at Krause’s Cafe (6:00 PM)
🎶 Live @ Landa – The Billie Jeans at Landa Park (6:00 PM)
🎼 Songwriter’s Night at The Redbird Listening Room (6:00 PM)
🤠 Country Two Step Lessons & Line Dancing at The Attic Dance Hall (6:30 PM)
🎨 Oh Hello Paint Class at Painting with a Twist (6:30 PM)
🎸 Mario Flores & the Soda Creek Band at Freiheit Country Store (7:00 PM)
💎 So Good! The Neil Diamond Experience Starring Robert Neary at Brauntex Theatre (7:30 PM)
💃 New Salsa Night – Lesson & Dance Thursdays at The Attic Dance Hall (7:30 PM)
🎶 The County Line Band at Watering Hole Saloon (8:00 PM)
🕺 Oldies Night at Wildside (9:00 PM)

FRIDAY
🤪 Crazy Hair Day at McKenna Children’s Museum (9:00 PM)
🎓 NBHS Class of 2026 Senior Float at Texas Tubes (10:00 AM)
🎨 Open Studio (DIY Experience) at Painting with a Twist (2:00 PM)
🍻 Friday Afternoon Club at Gruene Hall (4:00 PM)
🍷 Friday Night Date Night at Dry Comal Creek Vineyards (5:00 PM)
🎶 Phil Luna at The Grapevine in Gruene (5:00 PM)
🎸 Phil Hamilton at Krause’s Cafe (6:00 PM)
🎶 Colton’s Kin at Guadalupe Brewing Company & Pizza Kitchen (6:00 PM)
🍷 Wine Sampling with Ranch Brand Wines at Otto’s Cheese Shop (7:00 PM)
🐾 Paint Your Pet at Painting with a Twist (7:00 PM)
🎶 Live Music at Gruene Grove (7:00 PM)
🚶 22 A Day Walk at American Legion Post 179 (7:00 PM)
❤️ RoundUp4Charity Event featuring Cactus Country Band at Columbus Club Association of New Braunfels (7:00 PM)
💌 Love Letters by A.R. Gurney at The Downtown Room (7:30 PM)
🎻 Luke Bulla at The Redbird Listening Room (7:30 PM)
🎸 Kody West at Gruene Hall (8:00 PM)
🎶 RockCastle at Kennedy’s Tavern (8:00 PM)
🤘 Rock n’ Roll Double Header at Watering Hole Saloon (8:30 PM)
🎤 Cam Allen at Happy Cow Bar (8:30 PM)
💃 Bringin’ Back the Old Dance Hall Days with Gary Glenn & 20X Band at Freiheit Country Store (8:30 PM)
🎶 Soul Sessions at Cowboys & Cadillacs (9:00 PM)

SATURDAY
🛣️ Adopt a Highway Clean Up at Freiheit Country Store (8:30 AM)
🐐 Goat Yoga and Mimosas in Gruene at BarBelles Boutique (9:00 AM)
🇺🇸 Military Appreciation Day at Gruene Harley-Davidson (9:00 AM)
🥾 Saturday Morning Hike at Panther Canyon Nature Trail (10:00 AM)
🎶 Monte Good at Krause’s Cafe (11:30 AM)
🍷 Saturday at the Vineyard at Dry Comal Creek Vineyards (12:00 PM)
🎨 K-Pop Crew Family Paint Class at Painting with a Twist (1:00 PM)
🧶 Knit-A-Long Group at New Braunfels Public Library (2:00 PM)
🐉 Dungeons and Dragons – Campaign Session at New Braunfels Public Library (2:30 PM)
🌸 Spring Mini Sessions at The Valerie Marie Greenhouse & Plant Nursery (3:00 PM)
🎸 Greg Showman and The Back Creek Band at Mountain Breeze Campground (3:00 PM)
🐮 Spring Highland Calf Paint Class at Painting with a Twist (3:30 PM)
🎶 Andrew Kreitz at The Grapevine in Gruene (5:00 PM)
🌊 SchlitterCon XXII at Schlitterbahn New Braunfels (5:00 PM)
🏔️ Blue Ridge Mountains Paint Class at Painting with a Twist (6:00 PM)
🎶 DepartureATX at Krause’s Cafe (6:00 PM)
🛥️ Yacht Z at 5 Stones Artisan Brewery (6:00 PM)
🌙 Lunar Love – Date Night Paint Class at Painting with a Twist (7:00 PM)
💌 Love Letters by A.R. Gurney at The Downtown Room (7:30 PM)
🎶 Blue Water Highway at The Redbird Listening Room (7:30 PM)
🤠 Shane Smith & The Saints at Whitewater Amphitheater (8:00 PM)
🎸 Altar Ego at The Villa (8:00 PM)
🎶 Lowland Revelry at Happy Cow Bar (8:30 PM)
✨ Ladies Night Out at The Phoenix Saloon (8:30 PM)
🎤 The Wilder Blue at Gruene Hall (9:00 PM)
🎶 Small Town Habit at Watering Hole Saloon (9:00 PM)

🎨 PLAN A FUN FAMILY NIGHT AT PAINTING WITH A TWIST

Looking for something creative to do with the kids that doesn’t involve another screen? Our locally owned Painting With A Twist regularly hosts family-friendly paint sessions where parents and kids can create fun artwork together in a relaxed, easygoing environment.

No experience is needed, and everything is provided for you. Just show up, follow along, and enjoy a fun activity the whole family can do together while making something you actually get to take home afterward.

👉 Check out their upcoming family paint classes and reserve your spots.

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ENJOY A WINE & CHEESE TASTING NIGHT AT OTTO’S

A guided tasting experience is pairing curated wines with specialty cheeses and charcuterie

Otto’s Cheese Shop is hosting a guided wine tasting experience on Friday night featuring Ranch Brand Wines paired with a curated selection of cheeses and charcuterie. Led by wine representative West, the evening is designed to help guests explore different flavor pairings in a relaxed and intimate setting.

The tasting lasts approximately 60 to 90 minutes and includes opportunities to shop featured wines and specialty items afterward. Whether you’re a casual wine drinker or a serious cheese board person, it’s shaping up to be a pretty fun Friday night downtown.

➡️ Click here for reservations and additional details.

DID YOU KNOW?

WEATHER FORECAST 

Thursday: High: 82º | Low: 66º | 60% chance of precipitation

Friday: High: 88º | Low: 69º | 25% chance of precipitation

Saturday: High: 80º | Low: 65º | 55% chance of precipitation

Burn Ban: OFF

Water Restrictions: Stage 2 (In Stage 2, watering with a sprinkler or irrigation system is allowed one day per week based on the last digit of your address BEFORE 10:00 a.m. and AFTER 8:00 p.m.)

🚗 NEW BRAUNFELS IS WORKING TOWARD SAFER ROADS

The City of New Braunfels is pushing toward an ambitious Vision Zero goal by 2040, focused on reducing serious traffic injuries and deaths to zero over time. Plans include safer street designs, improved speed management, expanded bike infrastructure, and additional safety improvements in high-risk areas across the city.

While efforts like this are an important step forward, accidents can still happen. If you ever find yourself dealing with the aftermath of a crash, our partners at Kyle Law Firm are there to help guide you through the process and make sure you’re taken care of during a difficult time.

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CELEBRATE THE GRAND OPENING OF NEW BRAUNFELS’ MASSIVE NEW SPORTS PARK

Thanks!

That wraps up today’s edition, New Braunfels! Hopefully this gave you a few ideas for the weekend ahead, whether that’s catching live music, trying a new event around town, or just finding an excuse to get out of the house for a bit.

As always, thanks for being part of The New Braunfels Life.

Until next time,

— The New Braunfels Life Team