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1st Annual Indoor Pickleball tournament. Members and non Members allowed to enter.

The Polar Classic!

Bundle up and bring your best game. It’s time for our Polar Classic Pickleball Tournament! Prizes for division winners! Divisions to be announced, will be all doubles mens, women’s, mixed.

Sponsored by S2 Sports and Butcher Behrens — bringing the heat to this cool competition!

Whether you’re playing for glory or just for fun, this is your chance to test your skills, meet awesome players, and celebrate the game we all love. Grab your partner and let’s dink it up.

Spaces are limited — don’t miss out on the winter showdown of the season!

Shop with over 350 vendors in seven barns and acres of antiques, collectibles, tools, crafts, shabby chic, primitives, ranch furniture, hunting accessories, candles, unique clothing, jewelry, food and so much more. Relax in the Biergarten while listening to live music.

Three days of Trade Days takes place every month. Check out the schedule on the website.

Join us for an evening that blends moody elegance with Hill Country charm — featuring bold tablescapes, crafted cocktails, delicious bites, music, and inspired vendor collaborations that bring our property to life after dark.

 

Whether you’re a bride-to-be, planning a milestone celebration, or simply dreaming up your next event, this is your chance to explore the magic of Swallows Eve once the sun sets and meet a team of talented vendors to make your vision come to life!

Help the City of Fredericksburg ring in the New Year! This family-friendly event will feature moonwalks and inflatables, games, activities, music, dance performances, face painting, and more! Food & beverages available for sale. At 6:30 p.m., the ball will drop and signify the beginning of 2026!

Enjoy this special tradition started 55 years ago by President and Mrs. Johnson. Enjoy carolers, a live nativity, Santa Claus, refreshments, and of course, the spectacular tree lighting. There will be refreshments and activities near Park Headquarters. Then journey back in time visit the Sauer-Beckmann Farm at dusk. The ambiance created by the lantern-lit path, the real Christmas Tree in the parlor, and the live music transports you back to what an authentic Texas-German Christmas was like at the turn of the century. The tasty homemade treats help too!

Celebrate the Holiday of Lights. Annual Chanukah in Fredericksburg celebration will be held on Thursday, December 15th. Public invited. Light a giant Menorah.
Traditional Sufganiyot and refreshments.

A Fredericksburg Tradition: The Light the Night Christmas Parade For more than 30 years, this beloved illuminated night parade has brought holiday magic to Fredericksburg’s historic Main Street. Held annually on the first Friday of December at 6:30 p.m., the parade travels between Washington and Bowie Streets, delighting thousands of spectators along the route. Grab your lawn chairs and claim your favorite viewing spot—or enjoy the show from reserved bleacher seating (limited seats available) in front of the library, available for purchase now. Presented by H-E-B, this Fredericksburg Chamber signature event features more than 150 dazzling floats, all celebrating the spirit and charm of our community. After the parade, the festivities continue at AfterGlow, located on Marktplatz, with food and beverage vendors, holiday music, and free photos with Santa at Peppermint Platz. Event Timeline: 3:00PM – 9:00PM: Food & beverage vendors + kids activities on Marktplatz 6:30PM – 7:45PM: Light The Night Christmas Parade on Main Street 8:00PM – 9:00PM: Free photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus at Peppermint Platz

We want to welcome you this Thanksgiving Day to enjoy your holiday at Arch Ray Resort!
Seating is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot in advance. Purchase your tickets and choose your preferred time frame.

Your selected time frame indicates your preferred seating hour. Your specific reservation time will be confirmed via email, as exact seating times are dependent upon availability.
Gather your family and spend the day with us at Arch Ray Resort.

Shop with over 350 vendors in seven barns and acres of antiques, collectibles, tools, crafts, shabby chic, primitives, ranch furniture, hunting accessories, candles, unique clothing, jewelry, food and so much more. Relax in the Biergarten while listening to live music.

Can’t make it to November Trade Days? Trade Days takes place every month. Check out the full schedule here

Featuring craft beer, all-you-can-eat specialty sausage meal, polka and country bands, dancing, multi-gun raffle, Kawasaki mule raffle, bucket raffles and children’s activities.  Beer, wine and soft drinks available for purchase. Proceeds benefit charitable giving of the Knights of Columbus Council 9765. Entertainment schedule to come.