🏃 Get Active, Catch Free Concerts & See What’s New At The Faust Hotel

May 19, 2026

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Happy Tuesday, New Braunfels! We’ve got a fun mix in today’s edition, including new ways to stay active and healthy around town, details on an upcoming free Live at Landa concert in the park, and the exciting reopening of the historic Faust Hotel downtown after years of renovations. Let’s get into it!

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From trails and run clubs to kayaking and pickleball, staying active here doesn’t have to feel like a chore

Staying healthy in New Braunfels goes way beyond the gym, and our new local guide is highlighting some of the best ways to stay active while actually enjoying yourself. From scenic trails and city rec leagues to paddle sports and social run clubs, there are plenty of ways to move your body while getting outside and connecting with the community.

Live music, food trucks, and family fun are heading back to Landa Park this Thursday

The Live @ Landa concert series returns to the Dance Slab in Landa Park on Thursday with a free evening of live music featuring The Billie Jeans and opener Kristen Foreman. The family-friendly event runs from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM and also includes kids’ activities and local food trucks.

Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy one of New Braunfels’ favorite outdoor summer traditions. Additional concerts are planned throughout June and July leading up to the city’s Fourth of July celebration.

There’s still time to plan an unforgettable Disney vacation or summer cruise without spending hours trying to figure everything out yourself. Our partner Royce Staley with Cruise Planners helps families plan stress-free getaways, from Disney parks and resorts to cruises and beyond.

From park strategies and dining reservations to choosing the right resort or cruise package, Royce stays up to date on the latest tips and insider info so families can focus more on making memories and less on the logistics.

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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:

TUESDAY
📚 Preschool Storytime at New Braunfels Public Library (9:30 AM)
🎨 May Art Workshop: Knot Your Average Workshop Rag Wreath Making at River City Advocacy (10:00 AM)
👶 Toddler Time at New Braunfels Public Library (10:30 AM)
🎤 Speaker Series 2026: John Sharp at McKenna Events Center (11:30 AM)
🎉 Gruene Location Ribbon Cutting and Client Appreciation at Inferno’s Wood Fired Oven & Spirits (3:00 PM)
🥩 Steak Night at Happy Cow Bar (5:00 PM)
🖌️ Artistic Journeys at New Braunfels Public Library (5:30 PM)
💃 Learn to Swing Dance at Attic Dance Hall (6:30 PM)
🎸 Every Tuesday Blues Jam at Guadalupe Brewing Company & Pizza Kitchen (6:30 PM)
🧠 Live Trivia Night at Freiheit Country Store (6:30 PM)
🎶 Live Music at Gruene Grove (7:00 PM)
♠️ King of the Table at The Villa (7:00 PM)
🍻 Thinks & Drinks Trivia Tuesday at The Villa (7:30 PM)
🎤 Karaoke Night at Freddy C’s (9:00 PM)

WEDNESDAY
☕ Kaffeeklatsch at the Sophienburg Museum and Archives (9:00 AM)
🧵 Sit & Stitch at New Braunfels Public Library (9:00 AM)
☀️ Summer Kickoff at The Float In (12:00 PM)
📱 Device Advice at New Braunfels Public Library (1:00 PM)
🍳 Life at EdenHill Communities: An Interactive Teaching Kitchen at EdenHill Communities (3:00 PM)
🎶 Tony Taylor at The Grapevine in Gruene (5:00 PM)
🍔 Burger Night at Happy Cow Bar (5:00 PM)
💖 Sisterhood Craft Night: A Women’s Event at River City Church (6:00 PM)
🖼️ Peaceful Creek Falls Paint Class at Painting with a Twist (6:00 PM)
🛍️ Humpday Market at Gruene Grove (6:00 PM)
🎺 Pivo & Polka Band at Krause’s Cafe (6:00 PM)
🎤 Singo Bingo & Karaoke w/ DJ Jody at Freiheit Country Store (6:00 PM)
🤠 Country Two Step Lessons & Line Dancing at The Attic Dance Hall (6:30 PM)
🎵 Xtreme Music Bingo at Watering Hole Saloon (7:00 PM)

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)

Happy Cow Bar & Grill is serving up NY Strip steak and a baked potato tonight for just $16, and honestly…that might be one of the best dinner deals in New Braunfels right now.

If you’ve been craving a solid steak dinner without spending a small fortune, this is your sign. Grab some friends, grab a drink, and head to Happy Cow for steak night tonight. The kitchen opens at 5 pm.

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STEP INSIDE THE NEWLY REOPENED HISTORIC FAUST HOTEL

One of downtown New Braunfels’ most recognizable landmarks is welcoming guests again

After being closed for renovations since 2023, the historic Faust Hotel is officially reopening to the public today! Originally opened in 1929, the newly updated property now includes renovated guest rooms, a refreshed Magnolia Patio, Walter’s Speakeasy, and a new restaurant called Wilhelm & Werner.

The reopening marks a major moment for downtown New Braunfels, bringing new life back to one of the city’s most iconic historic buildings while preserving a piece of local history for future generations.

DID YOU KNOW?

The New Braunfels Public Library began in 1928 with just a small shelf of books inside a downtown building. Today, it has grown into a city-owned library system with more than 107,000 items and programs serving all ages across the community.

WEATHER FORECAST 

Tuesday: High: 87º | Low: 66º | 25% chance of precipitation

Wednesday: High: 82º | Low: 69º | 25% chance of precipitation

Thursday: High: 81º | Low: 67º | 75% 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.)

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🥪 FREE SUMMER MEALS RETURN FOR NEW BRAUNFELS KIDS

Thanks!

That’s it for today’s edition! Thanks for spending part of your Tuesday with us and keeping up with everything happening around New Braunfels.

Enjoy the day, and we’ll see you back in your inbox.

Until next time,

— The New Braunfels Life Team

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