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Riedel Wine Glass Tasting

August 1, 2026 - 12:00 pm -

"Join us on Saturday for an educational experience that is sure to WOW your palate! Becker Vineyards is partnering with Riedel, The Wine Glass Company. Another family-owned business, Riedel has been revolutionizing the glassware industry since 1756. The only company to create a complete line of varietal-specific wine glasses, Riedel is the premier choice for any wine lover. Learn how and why to pair your favorite wine with the perfect glass. Utilizing a set of three Riedel wine glasses, we will taste through some of Becker Vineyards award winning wines to demonstrate the dramatic relationship between wine and its vessel."

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Commemoraition of Lyndon Johnson’s Birthday

August 27, 2026 - 10:00 am -

"Join in recognizing the anniversary of Lyndon Johnson's birth by attending the annual wreathlaying ceremony at the Johnson Family Cemetery at 10:00 am. To view the wreathlaying ceremony, stop first at the Lyndon B. Johnson State Park to pick up a free vehicle permit and map. The state park visitor center will open at 8:30 am. Upon leaving the state park, drive 1.5 miles east on Ranch Road 1 and cross the Pedernales River to the entrance gate of the LBJ Ranch. The gate opens at 9:00 am. The Johnson Family Cemetery is located just inside the ranch entrance. Please allow plenty of time to arrive at the cemetery prior to 10:00 am."

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Come get creative at the Yellow Door Studio! Drop in for Pottery Painting or Wine Glass Painting—no appointment needed. It's a fun, relaxing way to spend time with friends or family. Planning to bring a big group? Just send us a text at 830-456-1097 so we can be ready for you. Feel free to BYOB and make it a memorable experience!

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Southern Living Idea House Tours

September 18, 2026 - December 20, 2026 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

For more than 35 years, Southern Living has partnered with builders, architects, and designers to produce custom houses that salute the Southern lifestyle and highlight the latest innovations in home design. This year, we built our dream home right here in the heart of Texas Hill Country. Come visit! - Community - Frieden - Architect - Mustard Architects - Builder - Kurk homes - Landscape Designer - Melissa Gerstle Design - Interior Design- Jean Liu Design, Mohon Interiors, Paloma Contreras Design

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Sip & Shop

September 25, 2026 - 12:00 pm -

Altstadt Brewery is hosting a Sip and Shop event inside the Grand Hall on September 25. It is free to enter and there are several vendor booths set up for our guests to shop while enjoying Altstadt. I would love to get this event listed on the events calendar and newsletter. Please let me know what you would need from me to do so! Julie, my assistant manager is cc'd on this email as she is helping me with the event and would be another point of contact.

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Fall Festival

September 26, 2026 - 11:00 am -

Celebrate the season at Wildseed Farms during our annual Fall Festival. Stroll the grounds, enjoy live music, sip award-winning Texas wines, shop unique local goods, and experience the charm of autumn in the Texas Hill Country. It's the perfect way to welcome fall with family and friends.

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Sips and Soups

October 1, 2026 - October 4, 2026 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

2 soup shots and 3 wine pours for $25. Purchase a cup or bowl of your favorite!

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Frost Chuck Wagon Lunch

October 2, 2026 - October 2, 2026 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Join us to celebrate the grand opening of our new Fredericksburg Financial Center with a Chuck Wagon lunch. We'll be serving BBQ Brisket, beans, potato salad, peach cobbler and tea while supplies last. We will also have a boot shining station so you can kick up your heels in style. This event is free and open to the public. We hope to see you there!

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Style 208 Art Walk at The Albert Hotel (Albertina House)

October 2, 2026 - October 3, 2026 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

Style 208 is delighted to present ART WALK at The Albert Hotel on October 2nd and 3rd, 2026. The Albertina House at 252 E Main Street will be the backdrop to a curated exhibition of artists: Louise LaBauve, BFA, MFA (1938-2019), an accomplished modernist painter who studied under William Lester of The Dallas Nine (known for Early Texas Regionalism), Charles Umlauf, Michael Frary, and others. View her final work, a beautiful contemplative abstract series titled “Meditative Transitions”. Also, Eric Fasking, BFA, will be in attendance painting en plain air. This is an opportunity to meet Eric and view his western scenes, notably “Wanduta” (Chief Red Arrow), and his other masterful oil works which are currently at Style 208. Combined, more than 40 art pieces will be on display under tents on the lawn and inside the Albertina House Friday and Saturday 11-8 pm. Enjoy a collection of vintage Native American turquoise and treasures presented by Mark Brown. We invite you to stop in and browse during your Octoberfest Main Street stroll. To preview art, please visit www.style208.com.

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Oktoberfest

October 2, 2026 - October 4, 2026 -

Oompah at its Best! Celebrate Fredericksburg's German heritage with food and drink, a waltz and a yodel contest, music on four stages all weekend, artisans, Kinderpark, souvenirs and more! Fun for the whole family! OkTUBAfest on Friday. Meet the brewmeisters: Shiner and Leinenkugel Brewing Company and Altstadt Waltz Contest on Friday. Kraut Run, Hauptstrasse Chicken Dance, Samuel Adams Beer Stein Hoist and Polka Contest on Saturday. 42 Domino Tournament, Family Dirndle and Lederhosen Contest, and Altstadt Yodel Contest all on Sunday. No pets allowed. Please visit the website for a complete schedule of events and entertainers. Advance tickets will be available online and tickets will be available at the gate. Two and three day passes will also be available. The Fredericksburg Oktoberfest Park & Ride offers convenient parking by providing riders with all day park and ride access between the Gillespie County Fairgrounds parking area and the Oktoberfest festival located in downtown Fredericksburg. Shuttles leave every 30 minutes. $10 adults; age 6 and under free. Entry and drink tickets will be available to buy there as well. https://www.oktoberfestparkandride.com/

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Paint & Sip “Red Barn”

October 3, 2026 - October 3, 2026 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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!

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Battle Reenactment: Road to Victory-Saipan

October 3, 2026 - October 3, 2026 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

On June 15th, 1944, American Marines rushed ashore on the tropical island of Saipan. What they didn't yet know was that they were in for one of the most grueling campaigns seen in WWII, including the largest banzai charge of the entire war. Come see our battle reenactment program featuring our Company K volunteers demonstrating actual WWII weapons and equipment! This presentation is not recommended for small children, pets, or those with heart conditions due to loud noises and simulated combat effects. Programs are offered at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. in the Pacific Combat Zone. Online ticket purchases are highly encouraged. Seating is first come, first served.

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