Several Memorial Day events will take place this weekend in New Braunfels to honor those who died while in the military service of their country. Here are some ways to observe the holiday this weekend.

May 29

Join a memorial and celebration at Landa Park


The New Braunfels Gemischter Chor Harmonie will gather on May 29th at 10:30 a.m. at the Landa Park Dance Slab to hold a Memorial Day observance in honor of those who died while serving in the Armed Forces.

The observance will include a presentation of colors and service flags, prayer, reading of the names of those who passed, and an opportunity for those present to announce any additional names.


A picnic lunch will take place after the ceremony, followed by a family-friendly afternoon of singing, dancing and performances from several regional German cultural groups on the dance slab.

Attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket, food and drink. No glass containers permitted. Landa Park Dance Slab, 32 Gazebo Circle, New Braunfels.

May 31

Gather in downtown to remember the fallen


On May 31, several area organizations will participate in a wreath laying ceremony to honor fallen service members at the Main Plaza in downtown New Braunfels.

The program is being jointly planned by the New Braunfels High School ROTC, New Braunfels VFW Post 7110, the American Legion Post 179 and the New Braunfels Noon Lions Club.

The event will begin at 8 a.m. with Mayor Rusty Brockman giving welcome comments and the New Braunfels High School Band will provide music for the event. Following comments on the history of Memorial Day, Brockman and commanders of the local VFW and American Legion will lay a wreath in memory of those service men and women that have given their lives in service to our country.

May 28-31


Enjoy live music around town


Watering Hole Saloon

1390 McQueeney Road, New Braunfels

830-625-0045


www.wateringholesaloon.com

May 28-I35

May 29-Jay Eric & Rumor Town

May 30-Texas Double Shot


May 31-Larry Martin Sweeney

Billy’s Ice House

1193 Loop 337, New Braunfels

830-629-8169

www.BillysIce.com

May 29-LC Rocks Memorial Day Weekend Party