UPCOMING Events

Make the most of your summer in the Texas Hill Country with the inaugural Summer Season Pass—a brand-new way to experience wine country at its most vibrant. Running June 1 through August 31, 2026, this is our longest passport event yet, giving you more time than ever to sip, explore, and unwind across the region. With 35+ participating wineries the Summer Season Wine Pass invites both dedicated wine lovers and casual summer travelers to discover the Hill Country at their own pace. Whether you’re a local looking for a great-value way to enjoy multiple tastings throughout the season, or a visitor planning a quick getaway, this pass is designed to fit your schedule - and your budget. Even if you’re only in town for a few days, you can experience several wineries with ease, making it a convenient and rewarding way to explore more in less time. Whether it’s your first visit or your favorite seasonal tradition, the Summer Season Wine Pass is your invitation to slow down, savor the moment, and experience the very best of Texas Hill Country wine -one glass at a time.

NEW THIS YEAR: Barrels + Bites Grand Tasting Kick off Barrels + Bites Friday night with an unforgettable tasting experience featuring the best of Texas Hill Country wine — all in one place! Each participating winery will be pouring ONE featured wine… whether it’s their award-winner, fan favorite, or personal favorite. Grand Tasting tickets are available on their own OR included with your Barrels + Bites weekend ticket! (https://texashillcountrywineries.org/.../barrels-bites-2026) Ron Yates | Johnson City Friday, June 12 5PM–7PM *Food available for purchase on site. Expect incredible wines, great vibes, and a perfect start to a weekend of sipping and exploring Texas wine country. Featured wineries include: 12 Fires, Bingham Family Vineyards, Driftwood Estate, Dry Comal Creek, Farmhouse Vineyards, Hawk’s Shadow, Hilmy Cellars, Hye Meadow, Kalasi Cellars, La Vie Estate, Longhorn Cellars, Messina Hof Hill Country, Pedernales Cellars, Portree Cellars, Ron Yates, Siboney Cellars, Silver Dollar Winery, Spicewood Vineyards, Texas Hills Vineyard, Texas Wine Collective & Torr Na Lochs.

Join us for a special cut and light event with Bariay 1492 Cigars on the Upper Deck at Grand Central at Milam! We will have live music, local food and beverages and cigars for sale from Bariay 1492! See you there!

Bring your partner or bestie for a night of painting, wine, and lots of laughs! You’ll paint each other’s portraits—no artistic experience required. We provide all supplies and step-by-step guidance. Bring your favorite drinks and snacks, and get ready for a fun and memorable evening you’ll be talking about long after the paint dries.

Our Paint & Sip events are the perfect way to spend time with friends, enjoy a creative date night, or simply unwind and explore your artistic side. Bring a bottle of wine or your favorite beverage to enjoy while you paint! All supplies are included, plus step-by-step instruction from an experienced local artist! Don’t worry about tricky drawing skills—we pre-transfer the featured design onto your canvas, and we offer tracers to help with straight lines. Come paint with us!

Enjoy a fabulous and FUN night at Texas Wine Collective for the Chameleon Dueling Pianos. Gates open at 6:30 pm, and the pianos start dueling at 7:00 pm. The Cork & Fork food truck will be open. Tickets are $25 per person. Children 12 years and under are free.

Cool down this summer with our Summer Sips & Dips Wine Pairing, a refreshing celebration of bright wines and delicious dips! Enjoy a curated selection of crisp whites, and light-bodied reds, each expertly paired with an array of flavorful dips—from zesty salsas and creamy guacamoles to savory cheese spreads and sweet dips.

VFW Post 7105 invites the community to help celebrate the 251st Birthday of the U.S. Army and to commemorate Flag Day. The event will be held at VFW Post 7105 located at 710 S. Washington St. in Fredericksburg. Following the short ceremony there will be a cake cutting to celebrate the 251st birthday of the U.S. Army. The U.S. Army was founded on the 14th of June in 1775, when the Continental Congress authorized enslistment of expoert riflemen to serve the United Colonies for one year. For additional information please contact Tami King, Senior Vice Commander at (830) 992-5097.

Set out on the Texas Frontier Trail this summer at Fort Martin Scott! Gather your party, load your wagon, and prepare for the challenges of frontier life in Texas! Cross rivers, encounter outlaws, trade with settlers and Native peoples, and try not to catch dysentery as you experience the dangers and adventures of the “Wild West” alongside staff and volunteers from historic sites across the Texas Historical Commission. $30 per child and 7-13 is preferred for the age. Participating Sites: • Fort Martin Scott • Fort Griffin • Fort Lancaster • Fort McKavett • Kreische Brewery & Landmark Inn A small popup shop will also be available during camp that will represent each site involved. Additional Information: • Bring your own water bottle • Closed-toed shoes required • Personal snacks are welcome • Wear clothes you do not mind getting dirty • Parents/guardians are encouraged to attend

Register your team NOW for The 2nd Grand Cornament in the Great Lawn! We will have local food, beverages and fun for all ages!

Beginner Leather Workshop: Make a Simple Card Wallet Join us for a beginner-friendly leather workshop where you’ll create your own simple card wallet or keychain-style card holder. You’ll learn basic leatherworking skills like cutting, stamping, dyeing, finishing, edge slicking, and hand sewing. No experience needed—all materials and step-by-step guidance included.

For those fighting in the Pacific, severe wounds and illness posed constant and often deadly threats. Harsh conditions, limited resources, and tropical diseases made survival a challenge for many service members during the war. This FREE Outpost program offers visitors an opportunity to learn about medical care and advancements during World War II in the Pacific Theater. Guests can explore real artifacts while gaining insight into battlefield medicine, disease prevention, and the doctors, nurses, and corpsmen whose work saved thousands of lives. Outpost programs are educational, drop-in experiences held on select Saturdays on the Nimitz Platz at 340 E Main St, Fredericksburg, TX 78624. Visitors of all ages are welcome to stop by, ask questions, and engage directly with history.