Head to downtown Buda for a very important date, the Main Street Sip N Stroll, set to be “Alice in Wonderland”-themed. Wander through the downtown area and head into the locally owned shops for tastings of a variety of spirits. Shops will also have food samples from featured restaurants. There will also be live entertainment throughout the area, and a commemorative glass will be available for ticket holders. The event is only for those age 21 and up. 5:30 p.m. $35. Downtown Buda. 512-523-1075. www.downtownbuda.com
May 14, 20 | Take a tour of Spring Lake
Head to the Meadows Center for Water and the Environment at Texas State University for an evening kayak tour of Spring Lake. The tours offer the community a chance to learn more about the local ecosystem in a low-impact way. The hour long tour will provide a history of Spring Lake. 5 p.m. $30 (military or Texas State student), $40 (general admission). 201 San Marcos Springs Drive, San Marcos. 512-245-7540
May 21-22 | Crack some crawfish
Buda Crawfest is returning to the Buda Amphitheater & City Park for another round of family-friendly fun. The two-day event will offer crawfish and food from local vendors, boutiques, games and photos with Charlie the Crawfish. Los Texmaniacs will be headlining the festival with performances from Cedryl Ballou & The Zydeco Trendsetters, Chubby Knuckle Choir and more. 1 p.m. Free (age 12 and under), $10 (general admission per day), $100 (VIP per day). 204 San Antonio St., Buda. www.budacrawfest.com
May 27 | Enter the world of Jumanji
The Kyle Parks and Recreation will celebrate its 20th year of free movies in the park, which air once a month from April-August. Round up the family or some friends for a screening of the 1995 film “Jumanji.” Guests do not need to register ahead of time and are welcome to bring their own blankets or chairs, food and drinks. Movies begin at sundown. Free. Gregg-Clarke Park, 1231-1301 W. Center St., Kyle. 512-262-3939. www.cityofkyle.com/recreation/movies-park-12
May 28 | Take in the aviation
Texas-based singer-songwriter Cory Morrow will host a day packed with food, music and other spectacles at the San Marcos Regional Airport. The event called Go Wheels Up kicks off with the first annual Runway Run 5K. The day will also feature air and auto shows with performances from aerobatic pilots, skydivers, warbirds and a variety of exotic cars. An array of food trucks will be on-site along with live music. 7 a.m. Free (age 5 and under), $20 (kids VIP), $30 (general admission), $75 (VIP). 1807 Airport Drive, San Marcos. 833-246-9433. www.gowheelsup.live
May 28 | Support the puppies
Make A Stand Bully Rescue, a nonprofit that aims to end canine neglect and advocates for bully breeds of dogs, will host a car show and fundraiser called Pistons and Pitties Car Show at Cabela’s. It is open to all classes of cars, such as classic hot rods, and awards for Best Paint, Pedal Car/Wagon and more will be awarded. Food trucks and other vendors will be on-site. Proceeds help fund MAS Bully Rescue’s rescue efforts. 10 a.m. Free (general admission), $25 (vehicle entry fee), $75 (vendor registration). 15570 S. I-35, Buda. www.pistonsandpitties.eventbrite.comJune
June 4 | Stroll through historic sites
The Heritage Association of San Marcos will host the 45th annual San Marcos Home Tour, where guests can explore the historic district. The tour will travel through various homes and gardens, exploring the history of each. In line with the theme “See, Sip & Savor,” there will be drinks such as tea and mimosas along with charcuterie and scones at various locations. The tour ends at Zelick’s Icehouse for live music and wine. 11 a.m. $25 (through June 3), $30 (June 4).220 N. Johnson Ave, San Marcos. 512-392-4295. www.heritagesanmarcos.org
June 11 | Meander through a market
The summer months mean the return of the monthly Kyle Market Days at Mary Kyle Hartson City Square Park. The market will kick off June 11 and takes place the second Saturday of the month. The market brings the community together in downtown for local vendors and farm-to-market goods, arts and crafts, live music and more. 9 a.m. Free. Mary Kyle Hartson City Square Park, 101 S. Burleson St., Kyle. 512-262-3939. www.cityofkyle.com
LIVE MUSIC
THE MARC | 120 E. San Antonio St., San Marcos 512-757-5443. www.themarcsm.com
May
13 Sullivan King
20 RL Grime
28 Marauda
June
11 MitiS
THE RAILHOUSE BAR | 107 E. Center St., Kyle www.railhousebar.com
May
13 Learn to Swim, Foo Shot, Firecracker Smile
15 DJ 2DQ
RILEY’S TAVERN | 8894 FM 1102, New Braunfels 512-392-3123. www.rileystavern.com
May
13 Hartley Hall
14 The Derailers
19 Mike Ethan Messick and Friends
20 The Homebodies
21 Moe Bandy
27 Holly Tucker
28 Sun Valley Station
WILLIE’S JOINT | 824 Main St., Buda 512-295-0483. www.williesjoint.com
May
12 Fallon Franklin Acoustic
14 Time of Night, George Mercado & Vesta Realm
15 , 22 DJ Skillz
21 Love & Chaos
28 Brodie Lane, Moon Tide Band
29 Sun Valley Station
June
4 Janie Balderas Band
