A family-friendly Valentine’s Day party, Mardi Gras celebrations and the seventh annual KidsFest are a few of the events happening in New Braunfels throughout February and the beginning of March.

February

'Four Old Broads on The High Seas'

The Circle Arts Theatre presents “Four Old Broads on the High Seas.” Join Beatrice, Imogene, Eaddy and Maude on their Sassy Senior Cruise to the Bahamas. The performance is for ages 16 and up.
  • Feb. 2-25, 7:30 p.m. (Friday-Saturday showings), 2 p.m. (Sunday showings)
  • $25
  • Circle Arts Theatre, 124 Elizabeth Ave., New Braunfels
  • www.circleartstheatre.org/shows
Made with Love Vendor Market

Enjoy burgers, cold drinks and small-business shopping from local vendors and artisan makers who love what they do.Fat Tuesday Celebration


Krause’s Cafe will kick off Mardi Gras with live band Zydeco Blanco. Food specials include shrimp boil, boudain, gumbo, mahi-mahi and beignets.Mardi Gras Festival

Krause’s Cafe will celebrate Mardi Gras with a week of Mardi Gras dishes and 32-ounce hurricane cocktails. There will be live music throughout the week as usual.Valentine’s Day Party

Join the McKenna Children’s Museum for a Valentine's Day party, including drinks, snacks and a fun craft while supplies last.Ballet Texas Presents 'LOVE Stories'

LOVE Stories is an exhibit of modern and contemporary dance through the lenses of local choreographers. The performance is not recommended for children under 7 years of age.
  • Feb. 16, 7-9 p.m.
  • $30-$70
  • Brauntex Theatre, 290 W. San Antonio St., New Braunfels
  • www.brauntex.org
New Braunfels Home and Garden Show


The event will have home and garden demonstrations and workshops, kid-friendly activities and food.
  • Feb. 17-18, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Sat.), 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (Sun.)
  • General admission $10, military, seniors, first responders, teachers and ages 12 and under free
  • New Braunfels Civic & Convention Center, 375 S. Castell Ave., New Braunfels
  • www.hillcountryconferences.com
Troutfest TX 2024 Expo

Guadalupe River Trout Unlimited’s Troutfest TX 2024 will include a weekend expo with fly fishing lessons, vendor booths and a silent auction. GRTU is a nonprofit focused on protecting local cold water resources.
  • Feb. 17-18, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (Sat.), 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (Sun.)
  • Free
  • Lazy L&L Campgrounds, 11699 River Road, New Braunfels
  • www.grtu.org
March

Texas A&M Singing Cadets

The Texas A&M Singing Cadets repertoire includes Christian hymns, A&M school songs, Southern standards, and hits from the '40s, '50s, and '60s. Two dollars for every ticket sold will benefit the Comal County A&M Club Scholarship Fund.
  • March 3, 2-4 p.m.
  • $26-$51
  • Brauntex Theatre, 290 W. San Antonio St., New Braunfels
  • www.brauntex.org


'The Cat in the Hat'

Join New Braunfels Performing Arts for their production of “The Cat in the Hat.”Anything Goes Exhibit

The New Braunfels Art League will display art on any subject matter using any medium.New Braunfels KidsFest

The event will have plenty of kids activities, including a bouncy castle, a dance party and stage performances. Parents can shop from boutiques while the kids play.
  • March 9, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; March 10, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
  • Adults $10, military and seniors $7, ages 3 and under free
  • New Braunfels Civic & Convention Center, 375 S. Castell Ave., New Braunfels
  • www.hillcountryconferences.com