Friday and Saturday
1. Sunshine after the Rain Hurricane Harvey Relief Benefit with Billy Joe Shaver
Jam out to Texan musicians for a good cause at the Sunshine after the Rain Hurricane Harvey Relief Benefit. Barbecue plates will be on sale from Black’s BBQ. All proceeds will go directly to the Red Cross for Hurricane Harvey relief. $20. 8-midnight (Fri.), 2 p.m.-1 a.m. (Sat.). Riley’s Tavern, 8894 FM 1102, New Braunfels. 512-392-3132. www.outhousetickets.com
Pie in the Sky Festival
With more than 20 hot air balloons, pie-themed events, contests, beer and salsa tasting, music and more, the city of Kyle hosts its inaugural Pie in the Sky Festival on Labor Day weekend. Wells Fargo brings out its stagecoach hot air balloon for the event. Along with the festivities, the city is attempting to set a mark recognized by the Guinness World Records for the most people named Kyle or Kylie in one location. The festival is divided into three sessions taking place Friday evening, Saturday morning and Saturday evening. $5 (per session) $12 (weekend pass). 5-10 p.m. (Fri.), 7-10 a.m. and 4-10 p.m. (Sat.). Lake Kyle, 700 Lehman Road, Kyle. 512-938-8098. www.kyletxpieinthesky.com
Saturday
Market in the Park
The Buda Area Chamber of Commerce organizes Market in the Park along Buda’s historic downtown greenbelt. The event features, farmers, artisans, antique dealers and musicians. Free. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Downtown Buda Greenbelt, 319 Main St. Buda. 512-295-9999. www.budachambertx.com
The Ding-Dang Ol’ Art and Music Puddin’ Party
Bring your own drinks and explore local, hand-crafted art at The Ding-Dang Ol’ Art and Music Puddin’ Party. Along with live music performances and quick bites, there will be an open mic session for poets, comedians, writers, musicians and classical sets. Free (Non-perishables or monetary donations for local charitable organizations encouraged). 4:30 p.m.-midnight. 926 Chestnut St., San Marcos. www.facebook.com/events/339456753178626
Hurricane Harvey Charity and Benefit Show
Give back and have fun at Buzz Mill’s for the San Marcos Artist Collective, Magazine Records and Texas State Mediation Club Hurricane Harvey Charity and Benefit Show. All proceeds will support those affected by Hurricane Harvey in Rockport, Fulton, Houston and Corpus Christi. Live music starts at 3 p.m. There will also be drink specials, live art, glassblowing and raffle. Free ($5 donation suggested). 3-10 p.m. Buzz Mill, 194 S. Guadalupe St., San Marcos, Texas. 512-547-9909. www.facebook.com/events/139507263322543
Monday
City of San Marcos offices, including City Hall, the public library, the activity center and utility offices, will be closed Monday in observance of Labor Day.
Rio Vista Swimming Pool will be open for its last weekend of summer operation from noon-6 p.m. Saturday through Monday.
In Buda, all city offices, including the library, are closed on Monday for Labor Day.
Kyle’s city offices and library will be closed. The pool will also be closed for the season.
