Denton-based band Brave Combo and Shaws of Awe will perform at The Porch in downtown San Marcos as part of a benefit concert and donation drive benefiting the San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter. There will be a raffle and a donation drive for items such as cat and dog food, treats, blankets, small beds and more. All proceeds from the event will go to the shelter. 8 p.m. $15 (through Aug. 18), $20 (Aug. 19). 129 E. Hopkins St., Ste. 110. San Marcos. 512-392-9824. Eventbrite: Brave Combo & Shaws of Awe: Benefit for San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter
Aug. 25 | Swing the river
AquaBrew will host the second annual ShotGun Seltzer Rope Swing Competition at Don’s Fish Camp in Martindale. The event will feature food, drinks, live music and the namesake rope swing competition with prizes going to the top three individuals. Registration is required. 4 p.m. Free. 105 Nelle Lane, Martindale. 512-353-2739. Eventbrite: Shotgun Seltzer’s Second Annual Rope Swing Competition
Aug. 27-28 | Shop until you drop
Texas Market Guide will host a two-day event called Main Street Market with vendors selling a variety of goods from clothing and jewelry to home decor, gourmet food and more. There will also be holiday decor and Texas handmade products for sale. Admission is a dollar less with the donation of a nonperishable food item and is good for both days. 10 a.m. (Aug. 27), 11 a.m. (Aug. 28). $5 (with donation), $6 (general admission). 1001 E. McCarty Lane, San Marcos. 888-225-3427. Eventbrite: Main Street Market San Marcos
Aug. 29 | Learn about natural resources
The Buda Parks and Recreation Department will host a program called Our Water is Precious at which residents can learn about important water topics. The program will be led by a certified Texas Master Naturalist and will discuss how to protect and conserve water. Registration is required. 6 p.m. Free. 405 E. Loop St., Buda. 512-523-1081. https://buda.recdesk.com
Sept. 3 | Celebrate the 'Pie Capital of Texas'
Following a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the annual Kyle Pie in the Sky celebration returns for one day only during Labor Day weekend. The event celebrates the “Pie Capital of Texas” with a pie baking contest, pie eating contests, sweet and savory pie vendors, and more. The celebration will also feature live music, a vendor market, a kids play area and tethered hot-air balloon rides overlooking the Hill Country. Unlike in previous years, this year’s celebration will be held at Gregg-Clarke Park near downtown. Noon. Free (admission). 1231 W. Center St., Kyle. 512-268-1010. www.pieinthesky.com
Sept. 9 | Honor the Fallen
Join the San Marcos Fire Department Honor Guard in front of City Hall to raise the flag and honor the lives lost on Sept. 11, 2001. The ceremony will begin with opening remarks from Fire Chief Les Stephens and Mayor Jane Hughson. Residents are invited to attend and can place flowers on the Flower Memorial. 8:40 a.m. Free. 630 E. Hopkins St., San Marcos. 512-805-2660. www.sanmarcostx.gov
Sept. 10 | Prepare for emergencies
The Hays County Office of Emergency Services will host the fifth annual Emergency Preparedness Fair to help residents be prepared for emergencies. Emergency preparedness experts, first responders and vendors will be on-site to teach classes and demonstrations. The fair will also feature live music, food, a silent auction, a raffle and a guest appearance from Smokey Bear. 10 a.m. Free. 979 Kohlers Crossing, Kyle. 512-393-7300. www.haysinformed.com
Sept. 12 | Go golfing
The Kyle Area Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Kyle Classic Golf Tournament at the Plum Creek Golf Course. The theme this year is “Around the World in 18 Holes” and will feature a luncheon once all players have finished. Prizes will go to the top placing teams and the “Dead Ass Last” team as well as a special Hole-In-One prize. 7 a.m. Prices vary. 4301 Benner Road, Kyle. 512-268-4220. www.kylechamber.org
Live music calendar
Buck's Backyard 1750 FM 1626, Buda. 512-312-9456 • www.bucksbackyard.com
Aug. 18, 25 | W.C. Clark, 6 p.m.
Aug. 19 | Rick Trevino, 9:30 p.m.
Aug. 20 | Del Castillo, 9 p.m.
Aug. 21 | Ken Simpson Band, 3 p.m.
Aug. 24, 31 | The Rowdies, 8 p.m.
Cheatham St. Warehouse 119 Cheatham St., San Marcos. 512-353-3777 • www.cheathamstreet.com
Aug. 19 | Ryan Ross Band, 8 p.m.
Aug. 20 | Grady Spencer & The Work, 8 p.m.
Aug. 25 | Carson Jeffrey, 8 p.m.
Aug. 26 | Drew Fish Band, 8 p.m.
The Railhouse Bar 107 E. Center St., Kyle • www.railhousebar.com
Aug. 19 | Josh Field, 8 p.m.
Aug. 21, 26, 28 | DJ 2DQ, 3 p.m.
Willie's Joint 824 Main St., Buda. 512-295-0483 • www.williesjoint.com
Aug. 20 | Brodie Lane Band, 9 p.m.
Aug. 27 | LC Rocks, 9 p.m.
