Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a fun-filled Coin Hunt organized by the Fredericksburg Parks & Recreation Department on March 16, 2025. From 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., explore the playgrounds at Marktplatz, Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park, and Old Fair Park to find hidden green coins. Lucky participants can claim a special treat! This free event is perfect for little leprechauns and families alike. For more details, call (830) 997-7521 or visit their website.

Experience the excitement of the 6th annual Hill Country Hyeland Games hosted by Texas Wine Collective on March 8, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy thrilling Scottish athletic competitions, kilts, tasty bites from the Cork & Fork food truck, performances by the San Antonio Scottish Highland Dancers, and the lively sounds of the Alamo City Pipes & Drums. This free, family-friendly event takes place at 10354 E. U.S. Highway 290, Fredericksburg, TX. For more details, visit the website or call (830) 997-7470.

Join the Fredericksburg Chanukah Celebration on December 26, 2024, from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM at Marktplatz. Hosted by Chabad of Boerne, this festive event features the lighting of a giant Menorah, traditional sufganiyot, and refreshments. Free and open to the public!

Experience the magic of Fredericksburg’s Christmas Nights of Lights from November 26, 2024, to January 6, 2025, at Marktplatz. Celebrate the season with a nightly 6 PM lighting of the Community Christmas Tree and German Christmas Pyramid, accompanied by a 10-minute audio presentation highlighting the town’s German heritage, holiday carols, and a countdown to illumination. Enjoy festive music starting at 5 PM and soak in the holiday cheer. The event is free and runs nightly, excluding December 6 and 31, when the lights will shine without the audio presentation.

The Fredericksburg Food & Wine Festival, presented by the Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce, takes place on October 25-26, 2024, at Marktplatz. Enjoy various activities, including a street dinner, off-site interactive brunch, yoga and wine experience, family-friendly food stations, and a grand tasting event. With over 25 culinary booths, 38 wineries, breweries, distilleries, a Sundry Shop, and a Sparkling Wine Garden, this festival offers something for every palate. Tickets are $125 per person.

Join the Knights of Columbus Bestfest on October 19, 2024, at Marktplatz in Fredericksburg from 11 AM to 11 PM. Enjoy craft beer, an all-you-can-eat specialty sausage meal, polka and country music, dancing, raffles, and children’s activities. Tickets are $15 for ages 14 and up, $5 for ages 5 to 13, and free for children under 5. Proceeds benefit the charitable work of the Knights of Columbus Council 9765, with live performances by Off the Grid, Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six, and Bob Appel.

Join the Texas Wine Collective on October 19, 2024, for a Halloween Candy and Wine Pairing event. Discover which wines pair best with your favorite Halloween treats across four sessions: 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 2:30 PM, and 4:00 PM (only 10 seats per session). Reservations are required at $45 per person and can be made online. Costumes, candy, traditions, and wine—because Halloween isn’t just for kids!

Join the 8th Annual Fredericksburg Vintage Motorcycle Show at Pecan Grove Store on the 3rd Saturday of October. Enjoy 24 hours of motorcycling, camping, a vintage bike show, burgers, BBQ, brews, and live music. The event runs from noon to 4 PM, with an entry fee of 3 cans of food for the local food bank.

Join Fat Ass Ranch & Brewery on October 13, 2024, for a lively Oktoberfest Party from 11:30 AM to 5 PM. Celebrate the release of their first Oktoberfest brew with craft beers, German street food from The Das Dirty Döner food truck, and live polka and country music by Matt Gawlik. Enjoy games like corn-hole, and come dressed in your finest Dirndls and Lederhosen. The event is free and promises a festive celebration of this rich tradition. For more details, visit the website or call (830) 644-2300.

Join us on October 11, 2024, from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM at Fischer & Wieser Culinary Adventure Cooking School for a Spanish Paella Date Night Cooking Class. For $105 per person, enjoy a hands-on experience learning to make paella, paired with fine wines. The class includes a recipe booklet and a paella pan to recreate the flavors of Spain at home. Immerse yourself in a delicious meal while discovering the art of Spanish cuisine.