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Hill Country:August August 1—BLANCO: Blanco Trade Days & Farmer’s Market Yett Park. (Began Jul. 31.) www.blancotradedays.i8.com 830/833-4460 Hill Country
August 1—D’HANIS: Holy Cross Annual Church Picnic Includes bingo, sports tournaments, barbecue and children’s activities. Holy Cross Parish Hall. E-mail: holycross@swtexas.net 830/363-7268 Hill Country
August 1-8—SAN MARCOS: Summer in the Park Concert Series San Marcos Plaza Stage, 206 N. C.M. Allen Pkwy. Rain venue is the San Marcos Activity Center. (Began Jun. 3.) 512/393-8400 Hill Country
August 3—BANDERA: Cowboy Capital Opry Hours are 7 to 9 p.m. Silver Sage Corral. www.silversagecorral.org 830/796-4969 Hill Country
August 3, 5, 10, 12—CONCAN: Cowboy Sunset Serenade & Hayride Sit back and relax while a tractor-drawn trailer winds up the old park entrance road to a scenic overlook. Then, relive the Old West with Cowboy song, poetry and storytelling. Arrive by 6:45 p.m. Garner State Park. 830/232-6132 ext. 236 Hill Country
August 3-12—UVALDE: 15-Meter Nationals — 2010 Soaring Hosted by the Uvalde Soaring Association. www.ssa.org 830/591-4554 Hill Country
August 4, 6, 11, 13—CONCAN: Hayride Only Go to places of historic interest in the park on this narrated hayride and wind up at the river for refreshments. Arrive by 6:45 p.m. Garner State Park. 830/232-6132 ext. 236 Hill Country
August 5-8—AUSTIN: Austin City Championship This tournament is open to amateur golfers residing in the Austin metropolitan area, Travis County and surrounding counties. Various courses. www.eteamz.com/AustinPublicLinks/handouts Hill Country
August 6—AUSTIN: Department of Public Safety 75th Anniversary Celebration. Historical displays, demonstrations by the DPS SWAT, DPS Aviation, DPS Canines and Commercial Vehicle Enforcement troopers. Kids Zone with "Dunk a Trooper", SWAT Camo face painting, obstacle course, "Police" duck pond, Pictures with the "Trooper", Crime Lab fingerprinting, a patrol car, SES Robot and Canine Unit presentation. Live Music and much more! 5805 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78752. 9 a.m to 3:30 p.m. http://www.txdps.state.tx.us (512) 424-2080. Hill Country
August 6—CASTROVILLE: Fiorella Friday Features live music, artisans and wine tasting. Fiorella Street. www.castroville.com 830/538-3142 Hill Country
August 6—FREDERICKSBURG: First Friday Art Walk Tour fine art galleries offering special events, refreshments and extended viewing hours. www.fbgartwalk.com/Site/Home.html 830/990-8151 Hill Country
August 6-8, 12-14, 19-21—INGRAM: A Tuna Christmas The residents of Tuna, Texas, face the perils of the Yuletide season in this sequel to Greater Tuna. Begins at 8:30 p.m. The Point Outdoor Theatre, Hwy. 39. www.hcaf.com 830/367-5121 Hill Country
August 6-8, 13-15—FREDERICKSBURG: Harvest Wine Trail Enjoy special events, tastings, tours, food and entertainment. Twenty-four Hill Country wineries participate. www.texaswinetrail.com Hill Country
August 6, 13, 20, 27—BANDERA: Twin Elm Ranch Rodeo Begins at 8 p.m. Includes calf scramble and mutton busting for kids. Hwy. 470. www.twinelmranch.com 830/796-3628 Hill Country
August 6-Sep. 18—INGRAM: HCAF National — Juried Exhibition Point Gallery, Hwy. 39. www.hcaf.com 830/367-5120 Hill Country
August 7—AUSTIN: Central Texas Ballooning Association Fun Flight over Lake Travis Launches at sunrise from Mansfield Dam Park. Held weather permitting. Can be viewed from different locations on the lake. www.centraltexasballooning.org 512/479-9421 Hill Country
August 7—AUSTIN: Hiroshima Since 1980, the group has assumed the artistic mission of bridging cultural divides through the power of music. Their music borrows from numerous cultures — Asian, Latin American, African-American and more. One World Theatre. www.oneworldtheatre.org 512/329-6753 Hill Country
August 7—AUSTIN: Shen Yun State-of-the-art backdrops conjure celestial palaces and pastoral vistas, while groundbreaking music from a full live orchestra combines the best of Chinese and Western composition. Begins at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Long Center for the Performing Arts. www.ShenYunPerformingArts.org Hill Country
August 7—BANDERA: Market Day This is an arts & crafts vendor fair. Bandera Courthouse Square.www.banderabusinessassociation.com 830/796-4447 Hill Country
August 7—BLANCO: Family Fishing Kids, become a certified Junior Angler by learning basic fishing skills and safety at the river through games, booths and help from fishing experts. Then head down to the river to fish with your family. Begins at 9 a.m. Blanco State Park. 830/833-4333 Hill Country
August 7—FREDERICKSBURG: Historic School Open House Former students will be available to share stories of school days from the late 1800s to early 1900s. Willow City School, 2501 Ranch Road 1323. www.historicschools.org Hill Country
August 7—HARPER Harperfest 2010 Features Kevin Fowler. Begins at 7 p.m. Harper Community Park. www.harperfest.com Hill Country
August 7—WIMBERLEY: Market Day Shop more than 475 booths from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lions Field, Hwy. 2325. www.shopmarketdays.com 512/847-2201 Hill Country
August 7, 14, 21, 28—BANDERA: BR Lightning Ranch Rodeo Begins at 8 p.m. Hwy. 1283. www.lightningranch.com 830/535-4979 Hill Country
August 7, 14, 21, 28—BANDERA: Cowboys on Main Features a Western display in front of the Bandera Courthouse and strolling entertainers on Bandera’s Main Street. Hours are 1 to 4 p.m. Main Street Bandera. www.frontiertimesmuseum.org 800/364-3833 Hill Country
August 8—GRUENE: Gospel Brunch with a Texas Twist Serves awe-inspiring gospel music with a mouth-watering buffet from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Gruene Hall. www.gruenehall.com 830/629-5077 or 830/606-1601 Hill Country
August 8—KERRVILLE: Second Sunday Summer Serenade Enjoy a performance along the banks of the Guadalupe River. Begins at 7:30 p.m. Louise Hays Park. www.bankofthehills.com 830/895-2265 Hill Country
August 12-14—SONORA: Sonora Outlaw Pro Rodeo Includes the crowning of Miss Sutton County at the Saturday night rodeo, along with dances on Friday and Saturday night. Rodeo events occur each day. Sutton County Arena. www.sonoratx-chamber.com 325/387-2880 or 888/387-2880 Hill Country
August 12-28—KERRVILLE: Bye Bye Birdie Cailloux Theater, 910 Main St. www.caillouxtheater.com 830/896-9393 Hill Country
August 13—AUSTIN: Christopher Cross One World Theatre, 7701 Bee
Caves Road. www.oneworld
August 13—CASTROVILLE: Friday Night Fever This is a show of cars, trucks and bikes, plus food for sale and live music. Lundquist Automotive, off Hwy. 90. www.castroville.com 830/538-3142 Hill Country
August 13-15—MARBLE FALLS: LakeFest Drag Boat Race Lake Marble Falls, 307 Buena Vista Drive. www.marblefallslakefest.com 800/759-8178 Hill Country
August 14—BLANCO: Kids Corps Animal, insects, fish and plants — every meeting will bring a new adventure. Appropriate for children 6 years and older. Begins at 10 a.m. Blanco State Park. 830/833-4333 Hill Country
August 14—BOERNE: Second Saturday Art & Wine Hop on the trolley, stroll or drive to a collection of eclectic fine art galleries for wine tasting, hors d’oeuvres and guest artists. Enjoy “The Ultimate Art and Wine Experience.” Hours are 4 to 8 p.m. Boerne Visitor Center. www.secondsaturdayartandwine.com 877/833-0621 or 830/249-1500 Hill Country
August 14—LAMPASAS: Indian Artifact Show Provides an opportunity for vendors and exhibitors from all over Texas to showcase their archeological collections. www.lampasaschamber.org 512/556-5172 Hill Country
August 14—SONORA: Sutton County Days Features parade, arts & crafts booths, food, children’s rides and games, entertainment and Little Mr. and Little Miss Sutton County Contest. www.sonoratx-chamber.com 325/387-2880 or 888/387-2880 Hill Country
August 14-15—AUSTIN: Citywide Garage Sale Vintage flea market features second-hand, vintage and used merchandise. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Palmer Events Center. www.citywidegaragesale.com 512/441-2828 Hill Country
August 14-15—BOERNE: Market Days Dozens of vendors from all over Texas offer arts & crafts, antiques, collectibles, unusual items and great food. Main Plaza. www.mainstreetinboerne.com 830/249-5530 or 210/844-8193 Hill Country
August 14-15, 28-29—FREDERICKSBURG: Pari-Mutuel Horse Racing Features quarter horse and thoroughbred races, special races and trials for the 2010 Fair Futurity. Gillespie County Fairgrounds. www.gillespiefair.com 830/997-2359 Hill Country
August 19-21—JOHNSON CITY: 80th Annual Blanco County Fair & Rodeo/Big Carnival Blanco County Fairgrounds. www.johnsoncitytexaschamber.com 830/868-7684 Hill Country
August 19-Sep. 19—KERRVILLE: Hometown Crafts Teacher’s Show Judged multimedia exhibit features works by Hill Country educators. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center. www.kacckerrville.com Hill Country
August 20—AUSTIN: Paula Poundstone One World Theatre, 7701 Bee Caves Road. www.oneworldtheatre.org 512/329-6753 Hill Country
August 20-22—FREDERICKSBURG: Trade Days Shop more than 350 vendors. Includes acres of antiques, live music and more. Hwy. 290 E., across from Wildseed Farms. www.fbgtradedays.com 210/846-4094 Hill Country
August 21—BLANCO: Fish with a Ranger A Park Ranger will be on hand to provide a basic safety and skills lesson. Begins at 8 a.m. Blanco State Park. 830/833-4333 Hill Country
August 21—FREDERICKSBURG: Roots Music Series: Texas Country Concerts feature both emerging and established artists in an informal, family setting. Hours are 6 to 10 p.m. Pioneer Museum, 325 W. Main St. www.pioneermuseum.net 830/997-2835 Hill Country
August 21—NEW BRAUNFELS: Winery U! Sun & Fun Looks at the major growing regions of Spain and Italy to see why both are so popular among the world’s wine lovers. Hours are 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 1741 Herbelin Road. www.drycomalcreek.com 830/885-4076 Hill Country
August 21-22—GRUENE: Old Gruene Market Days Nearly 100 vendors offer uniquely crafted items and packaged Texas foods. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. www.gruenemarketdays.com 830/832-1721 Hill Country
August 22—CASTROVILLE: 128th Annual St. Louis Day Celebration Includes rides, food, arts & crafts, and entertainment. Koenig Park. www.castroville.com 830/538-3142 Hill Country
August 24—MASON: County Opry Features Mona McCall. Begins at 7:30 p.m. Odeon Theater. www.heartoftexascountry.com 325/597-2119 Hill Country
August 26-29—FREDERICKSBURG: Gillespie County Fair Features agricultural, livestock and home skills displays. Includes horse racing, concerts, dances, carnival and midway. Parade begins at 10 a.m. Friday. Gillespie County Fairgrounds, Hwy. 16 S. www.gillespiefair.com 830/997-2359 Hill Country
August 27—AUSTIN: Judy Collins Few singers have the staying power of this folk icon. One World Theatre, 7701 Bee Caves Road. www.oneworldtheatre.org 512/329-6753 Hill Country
August 27—BURNET: Twilight Paddle: A Sens-ational Adventure An interpretive specialist will be the “senses-guide” through this evening adventure on the flat waters of Inks Lake. Begins at 7:30 p.m. Reservations required. Inks Lake State Park, 512/793-2223 Hill Country
August 27—STONEWALL: LBJ’s Birthday Celebration Celebrate the president’s birthday with an “old-fashion style” bash, including refreshments and games — marbles, tops, jacks and stick-horse races. Hours are 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sauer-Beckmann Farm and Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site. 830/644-2252 Hill Country
August 27—STONEWALL: 102nd Anniversary of LBJ’s Birth — Wreathlaying Ceremony LBJ Ranch District. www.nps.gov/lyjo 830/868-7128 ext. 244 Hill Country
August 28—BIG LAKE: Santa Rita Days Celebrates the Santa Rita No. 1, the discovery well of the Permian Basin oilfield. Enjoy vendors, food and game booths, plenty of activities and music. Reagan County North Park. www.biglaketx.com 325/884-2980 Hill Country
August 28—BLANCO: Volunteer Day Volunteer to work with park staff to pick up trash, pull weeds, remove invasive species, maintain trails and much more. Arrive early to fill out required paperwork. Hours are 9 a.m. to noon. Blanco State Park. 830/833-4333 Hill Country
August 28—BURNET: Moonlight Hike & Owl Prowl Meet at the amphitheater to talk about owls and trail safety. Then explore the sights and sounds as seen on the trail on a full moon night. Includes a stop at a natural seating area where owls will be called. Begins at 8 p.m. Inks Lake State Park. 512/793-4689 Hill Country
August 28—KERRVILLE: Kerr Market Day www.kerrmarketdays.org 830/792-4655 Hill Country
August 28-29—AUSTIN: Texas Bamboo Festival Celebrate the wonders of bamboo. Zilker Botanical Garden. www.bamboocentral.net Hill Country
August 28-29—BLANCO: Blanco Trade Days & Farmer’s Market Find handcrafted items, antiques, handmade furniture, wood and metal work, jewelry, clothing, knives and more. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Yett Park. www.blancotradedays.i8.com 830/833-4460 Hill Country
August 28-29—STONEWALL: Grape Stomp Celebrates the grape harvest. Wine barrels are cut in half and filled with grapes to stomp. Includes live music. Becker Vineyards. www.beckervineyards.com 830/644-2681 Hill Country
August 28-29—UVALDE: Uvalde Market Days Features arts & crafts, food and live music. Memorial Park. www.uvaldemarketdays.com 210/844-8193 Hill Country
August 29—AUSTIN: Austin Chronicle Hot Sauce Festival Amateurs and pros compete with their hottest sauces in a taste-off. Waterloo Park. www.austinchronicle.com 512/454-5766 Hill Country September September 1-4—AUSTIN: Wally Workman Gallery’s 30th Anniversary Show Includes work by 50 artists who work with diverse media and subjects. Wally Workman Gallery, 1202 W. Sixth St. www.wallyworkmangallery.com Hill Country
September 1-5—AUSTIN: Jersey Boys Tony Award-winning Best Musical tells the story of Rock-and-Roll Hall-of-Famers The Four Seasons. Bass Concert Hall. www.broadwayacrossamerica.com 800/731-7469 Hill Country
September 1-18—INGRAM: HCAF National — Juried Exhibition Point Gallery, Hwy. 39. www.hcaf.com 830/367-5120 Hill Country
September 1-19—KERRVILLE: Hometown Crafts Teacher’s Show Kerr Arts & Cultural Center. www.kacckerrville.com Hill Country
September 1-24—FREDERICKSBURG: G. Harvey Art Show The artist’s first major event in Texas in more than 24 years features more than six decades of painting. Whistle Pik Galleries. www.whistlepik.com 800/999-0820 Hill Country
September 1-Jan. 3—AUSTIN: Cronkite: Eyewitness to a Century Explores the journalist’s influence and perspective on key events in the 20th century. Lyndon Baines Johnson Library & Museum. www.cronkiteexhibit.com Hill Country
September 2-5—AUSTIN: Southern National Archery Festival Includes four tournaments, concerts, Redneck Parade, Wild Cook-Off, swap meet and more. Travis County Expo Center. www.southernnationalarcheryfestival.com Hill Country
September 2-26—KERRVILLE: National Watercolor Society Traveling Show Kerr Arts and Cultural Center. www.kacckerrville.com 830/895-2911 Hill Country
September 3—CASTROVILLE: Fiorella Friday Features crafts by local artisans, shopping, live music and food. Fiorella Street. E-mail: kimberly@castroville.com 830/538-3142 Hill Country
September 3-4—AUSTIN: Jason Neulander & The Intergalactic Nemesis Comic book art is projected on a big screen as three actors, a sound-effect artist and a keyboardist perform voices, sound effects and music. Long Center. www.theintergalacticnemesis.com Hill Country
September 3-4—BRADY: World Championship Barbecue Goat Cook-Off Includes cooking competition plus live music, arts & crafts and food vendors. Richards Park. www.bradytx.com 325/597-3491 Hill Country
September 3-4—UVALDE: Briscoe Ranch Beef BBQ Cook-Off Challenge Friendly competition cooks up hot barbecue under cool shade trees. Uvalde Memorial Park. E-mail: tjelbi@mecwb.com 830/278-2161 Hill Country
September 3-5—BANDERA: Celebrate Bandera Includes a longhorn cattle drive and parade, two nights of bull riding, cowboy mounted shooting, historical re-enactments, Indian powwow, arts & crafts and western swing music. Downtown. www.celebratebandera.com 800/364-3833 Hill Country
September 3-5—BOERNE: Kendall County Fair, Parade & Rodeo Includes live music, dance, food and more. Kendall County Fairgrounds. www.kcfa.org 210/834-1282 Hill Country
September 3-5—FREDERICKSBURG: Stitches from the Heart Quilt Show Gillespie County Farm Bureau, 237 Equestrian Drive www.vereinsquiltguild.com Hill Country
September 3-5—KERRVILLE: Wine & Music Festival With singers and songwriters, Texas wines, seminars on pairing wine and food, arts & crafts and camping. Quiet Valley Ranch. www.kerrvillefolkfestival.com 830/257-3600 Hill Country
September 4—CASTROVILLE: Volksmarch Noncompetitive walk, jog or run. Castroville Regional Park. 830/931-2201 Hill Country
September 4—FREDERICKSBURG: Crabapple Historic School Open House Docents host an open house at this 19th-century structure and tell stories of bygone school days. 14671 Lower Crabapple Road. www.historicschools.org 830/997-5116 Hill Country
September 4—HARPER: Frontier Day & Rodeo Includes rodeo slack, booths, kids’ fishing contest, washer pitching, parade, rodeo and dance. Harper Community Park. www.harpercommunitypark.com 830/864-4912 Hill Country
September 4—WIMBERLEY: Market Day Shop more than 475 booths. Lions Field, Hwy. 2325. www.shopmarketdays.com 512/847-2201 Hill Country
September 4-5—AUSTIN: Citywide Garage Sale Vintage flea market features secondhand and used merchandise. Palmer Events Center. www.citywidegaragesale.com 512/441-2828 Hill Country
September 4-5—BERTRAM: Oatmeal Festival This 32nd annual event celebrates Oatmeal, Texas, with a 3K run, pet parade, barbecue, vendors and Bertram’s homecoming. Downtown. www.oatmealfestival.com 512/355-2197 Hill Country
September 7-12—AUSTIN: Gay & Lesbian International Film Festival
Alamo Drafthouse on South Lamar. www.agliff.org
September 9—AUSTIN: Jean Piche Show by composer and video artist begins at 8 p.m. McCullough Theatre, University of Texas campus. www.texasperformingarts.org/season/jean Hill Country
September 9—CEDAR PARK: Gaither Homecoming Tour 2010 Features the very best in contemporary gospel music. Cedar Park Center. http://cedarparkcenter.com Hill Country
inspiring samples, register for prizes and have a great time with your quilting friends. Thurs & Fri - 9 am - 7 pm and Sat - 9 am - 6 pm. For more information see www.fallfrolicshophop.net Hill Country
September 9-12, 16-19, 23-25—KERRVILLE: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland This production of Lewis Carroll’s beloved children’s story appeals to adults and children alike. Kathleen C. Cailloux Theater. www.caillouxtheater.com 830/896-9393 Hill Country
September 10—AUSTIN: Punch Brothers featuring Chris Thile, with Loudon Wainwright III Bass Concert Hall. www.texasperformingarts.org/season/punch Hill Country
September 10—CASTROVILLE: Friday Night Fever Show of cars, trucks and bikes also offers live music and food. Lundquist Automotive, off Hwy. 90. 830/538-3142 Hill Country
September 10—SPICEWOOD: Marcia Ball Spicewood Vineyards, 1419 C.R. 409/Kromer Lane. www.spicewoodarts.org 512/264-2820 Hill Country
September 10-12—DRIPPING SPRINGS: Wesley Gallery presents the Texas Gourd Art Show and Sale. Meet and talk with the artists who create these unique and exquisite works of art on gourds! Reception on Sept 10 evening (6pm-.9pm). Sat: 10am-5pm; Sun: 12pm-5pm. www.wesleygallery.com 512-858-9758 Hill Country
September 10-12—LUCKENBACH: Mike Blakely’s Tex-Americana Fandango Enjoy three days of live music, book signings and more. Ranch Road 1376 off Hwy. 290 East. www.luckenbachtexas.com 830/997-3224 Hill Country
September 10-26—FREDERICKSBURG: The Diary of Anne Frank The Steve W. Shepherd Theater. www.fredericksburgtheater.org 830/997-3588 Hill Country
September 10-Oct. 2—WIMBERLEY: Fall Shakespeare The Taming of the Shrew The EmilyAnn Theatre. www.emilyann.org Hill Country
September 11—BOERNE: Second Saturday Art & Wine Art galleries offer wine, hors d’oeuvres and guest artists. www.secondsaturdayartandwine.com 877/833-0621 or 830/249-1500 Hill Country
September 11—BOERNE: Songs & Stories Concert Enjoy live music under stars and oak trees. Cibolo Nature Park Road. www.cibolo.org 830/249-4616 Hill Country
September 11—CANYON LAKE: Freedom Walk Canyon Dam. www.canyonlakerw.com 800/528-2104 Hill Country
September 11—CASTROVILLE: Market Trail Day Vendors offer arts & crafts, woodworking, plants, clothes, food and more. Houston Park. www.castroville.com 830/741-2313 Hill Country
September 11—DRIPPING SPRINGS: Dripping With Taste Festival showcases Texas wineries, local eateries and more. Creekside Pavilion. www.drippingwithtaste.org 512/858-4740 Hill Country
September 11—FREDERICKSBURG: Fredericksburg Professional Bull Riders Enjoy bull riding with side acts, fireworks and a dance after the show. Gillespie County Fairgrounds. www.gillespiefair.com 830/997-2359 Hill Country
September 11—NEW BRAUNFELS: Winery U!: Cat’s Pee on a Gooseberry Bush and Other Aromas Sauvignon Blanc can have a wide range of aromas and flavors. Learn about some of the growing regions and taste samples from them. Dry Comal Creek Vineyards. www.drycomalcreek.com 830/885-4076 Hill Country
September 11-12—BOERNE: Market Days Dozens of vendors from all over Texas offer arts & crafts, antiques, collectibles, unusual items and food. Main Plaza. www.boernemarketdays.com 830/249-5530 or 210/844-8193 Hill Country
September 11-12—GRUENE: Seventh Annual Texas Metal Arts — A Festival at Gruene Texas metal artists demonstrate a wide range of techniques. Gruene Historic District. www.texasmetalarts.com 903/852-3311 Hill Country
September 11, 18, 25—BANDERA: Cowboys on Main Features a cowboy display at the Bandera County Courthouse and strolling Western entertainers on Main Street. www.frontiertimesmuseum.com 800/364-3833 Hill Country
September 12—FREDERICKSBURG: Tour & Savor Fredericksburg Eight local inns, restaurants, caterers, retailers and art galleries join forces for a tour with a grand finale at the Cabernet Grill at Cotton Gin Village. www.tours.myfredericksburg.net 830/997-8515 Hill Country
September 12—GRUENE: Fabrizio Poggi & Chicken Mambo Gruene Hall. www.gruenehall.com 830/629-5077 Hill Country
September 15-16—AUSTIN: Operacion Clown: Callate! (Shut Up!) Group known for innovative shows based on theatrical clown technique performs Wednesday in Spanish and Thursday in English. www.texasperformingarts.org Hill Country
September 16-17—AUSTIN: Tommy Emmanuel Guitarist will perform at One World Theatre. www.oneworldtheatre.org 512/329-6To 753 Hill Country
September 17—HARPER: BBQ and Chili Cook-Off Harper Community Park. www.harpercommunitypark.com Hill Country
September 17-18—GEORGETOWN: Up the Chisholm Trail Drive & Chuck Wagon Cook-Off Features chuck wagon cook-offs for adults and children, an art show, live music and an expanded ranch rodeo. San Gabriel Park. www.upthechisholmtrail.org 512/943-1670 Hill Country
September 17-19—AUSTIN: Changing Gears Quilt Show See more than 400 judged quilts and wearable art, enter the raffle for an award-winning quilt and more. Palmer Events Center. www.aaqg.org Hill Country
September 17-19—FREDERICKSBURG: Trade Days Shop more than 350 vendors in six barns, acres of antiques, biergarten, live music and more. Hwy. 290 E., across from Wildseed Farms. E-mail: fbg@moment.net www.fbgtradedays.com 830/990-4900 Hill Country
September 18—CANYON LAKE: Jerry Bob’s Famous Fish Fry CRRC Recreation Center. www.canyonlakerw.com 800/528-2104 Hill Country
September 18—CEDAR PARK: Bydee Art Festival Stroll past artists’ booths and enjoy music, arts & crafts, a limbo contest, big-wheel races, caricatures and more. Heritage Oak Park. www.cedarparkfun.com 512/401-5500 Hill Country
September 18—CEDAR PARK: Cave Day Take your choice of three great hikes into area caves. www.cedarparkfun.com 512/401-5500 Hill Country
September 18—COMFORT: Fall Art Walk Downtown. www.comfortchamberofcommerce.com 830/995-3131 Hill Country
September 18—HONDO: Medina County Fair Chili Cook-Off. CASI points, cash prizes, and 3 showmanship awards awarded for Chili. Hot Sauce 1st place takes 50% pay out. Live music all day with Roger Creager on Main Stage. For questions contact Shandell Ruiz @ 210-473-4628 Hill Country
September 18—LLANO: Starving Artist Sale and Show Third-annual event features Hill Country artists. Circle on the Square. www.circleartgallery.com 325/247-4963 Hill Country
September 18—SAN MARCOS: Junior Texas Water Safari This 16.5-mile water adventure for young canoeists and kayakers begins at San Marcos City Park and ends at Staples Bridge. www.texaswatersafari.org 512/738-6607 Hill Country
September 18—STONEWALL: Bird Dog Invitational Fly-In Historic observation aircraft of the Korea and Vietnam era gather at the LBJ Ranch. www.nps.gov/lyjo 830/868-7128, ext. 244. Hill Country
September 18—STONEWALL: Stonewall’s 150th Sesquicentennial Celebration Celebration includes a parade, barbecue, live music, tours, reunions and old-fashioned games. www.stonewalltexas.com 830/644-2735 Hill Country
September 18-19—FREDERICKSBURG: Pacific War Symposium Scholars, authors, historians and veterans share their knowledge and experiences. Fredericksburg High School. www.pacificwarmuseum.org 830/997-8600 Hill Country
September 18-19—HONDO: Medina County Fair Includes a parade, live music, Saturday night concert and dance, antique tractor pull, carnival and more. Medina County Fair Grounds. www.medinacountyfair.org 830/426-5406 Hill Country
September 19—AUSTIN: Don McLean Shows at 6 and 8:30 p.m. One World Theatre. www.oneworldtheatre.org 512/329-6753 Hill Country
September 19—JARRELL: Holy Trinity Catholic Church at Corn Hill Bazaar Enjoy polka music, auctions, children’s games and lunch. E-mail: trinity@thegateway.net 512/863-3020 Hill Country
September 21-22—AUSTIN: The Last Cargo Cult Mike Daisey performs a critically acclaimed monologue. McCullough Theatre, University of Texas campus. www.texasperformingarts.org Hill Country
September 23—AUSTIN: Delfos Danza Contemporanea Bass Concert Hall. www. texasperformingarts.org Hill Country
September 23-30—AUSTIN: Fantastic Fest Film festival showcases the best in anime, horror, sci-fi and adventure movies. Various venues. www.fantasticfest.com Hill Country
September 24—AUSTIN: BJ Thomas Shows at 7 and 9:30 p.m. One World Theatre. www.oneworldtheatre.org 512/329-6753 Hill Country
September 24—KERRVILLE: Annual Living History Day featuring a tribute to Jimmie Rodgers, 9 a.m-6 p.m. Schreiner University campus at 2100 Memorial BLVD. Free. See www.texasheritagemusic.org or call 830-792-1945 or kat@maverickbbs.com Hill Country
September 24-Oct. 16—INGRAM: Lettice & Loveage Comedy tells the story of a docent at a historic home who embellishes history to make tours more interesting. The Point Indoor Theater. www.hcaf.com 830/367-5121 Hill Country
September 24-26—UTOPIA: Utopiafest Enjoy two days of camping and Texas music, plus a gospel jam on Sunday. Four Sisters Ranch. www.utopiafestival.com 512/496-2798 Hill Country
September 25—FREDERICKSBURG: Roots Music Series: Tejano/Conjunto Pioneer Museum. 830/997-2835 www.pioneermuseum.net Hill Country
September 25—KERRVILLE: Kerr Market Day www.kerrmarketdays.org 830/792-4655 Hill Country
September 25—LAKEHILLS: 30th Annual Medina Lake Cajun Festival Includes the Great Gumbo Cook-Off, authentic Cajun food, music, arts & crafts and games. Lakehills Civic Center. www.cajunfestival-medinalake.com 800/364-3833 or 830/751-3130 Hill Country
September 25—OZONA: 18th Annual Davy Crockett Festival Includes arts & crafts, food vendors, live music and a dance featuring Jake Hooker. Crockett County Fair Park Convention Center and Ozona Town Square. E-mail: dcrockettdays@yahoo.com 325/392-2547 Hill Country
September 25—SAN MARCOS: Pet Fest Includes pet contests, a 5K run/walk and family walk, pet adoptions, dancing dogs, live music, children’s activities and more. Attendees are asked to bring a donation of dry pet food. San Marcos Plaza Park. www.preventalitter.com 512/393-5930 Hill Country
September 25-26—BLANCO: Blanco Trade Days & Farmers’ Market Find handcrafted items, antiques, furniture, wood and metal work, jewelry, clothing and more. Yett Park. www.blancotradedays.i8.com 830/833-4460 Hill Country
September 25-26—LLANO: Gold & Gem Show Includes the State Gold Panning Championship, metal detecting, flint knapping and rockhound field trips Saturday. Sunday features panning demos and metal detecting. Badu Park. www.enchantedrocksandjewelry.com 325/247-4137 Hill Country
September 25-26—ROUND ROCK: A Sami Show The arts & crafts and home decor show visits the Dell Diamond. www.samishow.com 512/441-7133 Hill Country
September 25-Nov. 28—HONDO: South Texas MAiZE Explore a seven-acre labyrinth of twists, turns and dead ends carved among the cornstalks. Graff Family Farm, 911 U.S. Hwy. 90 East. www.southtexasmaize.com 830/741-3968 Hill Country
September 26—AUSTIN: UT Wind Ensemble with Joseph Alessi & the Jim Cullum Jazz Band Bass Concert Hall. www.texasperformingarts.org/season/utwindensemble Hill Country
September 30-Oct. 17—KERRVILLE: Quilts & Other Art Forms II See creations by Hill Country Fiber Artists. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center. www.kacckerrville.com 830/895-2911 Hill Country |
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