La Cima Farmers Market
Vendors from throughout the community meet every Saturday at the farmers market to sell produce, baked goods, hand-made crafts and more.
- Every Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- La Cima Community Center, 301A Central Park Loop, San Marcos
- Facebook: La Cima Farmers Market
River Appreciation Weekend
The city of Martindale and the River Advisory Board will host this third annual event to celebrate the sacredness of the San Marcos River. The Martindale River Cafe and historic Crook Store will host performances by local Aztec dance groups, live music, an art exhibit, a vendor market and a screening of "Yakona," a documentary about the history and significance of the San Marcos River.
- Sept. 20-21, 5 p.m. (Friday doors open), 4 p.m. (Saturday doors open)
- Free (admission)
- 413 Main St., Martindale
- Facebook: Martindale River Cafe
Artwork completed during the Buda Arts Festival Plein Air Competition will be on display and for sale at the Inspired Minds Gallery. The paintings were made outdoors and are of areas around Buda.
- Sept. 23-Oct. 12, 1-6 p.m. (Monday-Saturday)
- Free (admission)
- 121 Main St., Buda
- www.inspiredminds.art/gallery
The Cozy Corner in Buda will host this market kicking off the fall season. Local vendors and businesses will showcase their products for the community to peruse from crafts, games, food and drinks.
- Sept. 28, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 200 S. Main St., Buda
- Facebook: The Cozy Corner
Join the Hays County Crime Stoppers at the Wimberley Community Center for a night of community fun and a chance to win prizes in the silent auction. The event's proceeds will benefit Hays County Crime Stoppers and Hays County Campus Crime Stoppers with funding operations, rewards and Campus Crime Stoppers scholarships.
- Sept. 28, 5:30 p.m.
- $60 (admission)
- 14068 Ranch Rd. 12, Wimberley
- Facebook: Hays County Crime Stoppers
Celebrate the city of Kyle’s birthday at the Founders’ Parade and Kyle Market Days. The parade will run along Center Street and conclude at Mary Kyle Hartson Park, where there will be birthday cupcakes, vendors, music and family-friendly activities.
- Oct. 12, 8 a.m. (market), 11 a.m. (parade)
- Free (admission)
- 101 S. Burleson St., Kyle
- www.cityofkyle.com/recreation/page/fall-events-activities
The nonprofit Hats Off For Veterans will host a Hogwarts-themed dinner party with cocktails, a magic show, a silent auction and a costume contest for those interested. This event is for ages 21 and up.
- Oct. 4, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
- $50-$85 (admission)
- Krug Activity Center, 101 S. Burleson St., Kyle
- www.ohofv.org/events
Bring in the Halloween season with this two-day music festival. Taking place at various venues around The Square including Sean Patrick’s, The Porch and Axis, Frights & Sounds will showcase local bands and artists from across Texas.
- Oct. 4-5, show times vary
- $15 (admission)
- Sean Patrick’s, 202 E. San Antonio St., San Marcos
- Facebook: Frights & Sounds Music Festival
Hosted by the Indigenous Cultures Institute, the Sacred Springs Powwow is a celebration of Native American culture. The event will showcase dancers and drum groups, and have food, art and tents with educational programming.
- Oct. 5-6, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Saturday), 11 a.m.-5 p.m. (Sunday)
- $5-$8 (admission)
- The Meadows Center, 211 San Marcos Springs Drive, San Marcos
- www.sspowwow.com
The Great Springs Project, a nonprofit working to protect local springs, wildlife and land, will put on this trail race at Purgatory Creek Natural Area. Runners can register for a 10K or a half marathon.
- Oct. 12, 6 a.m. (packet pickup), 8 a.m. (half marathon start), 8:30 a.m. (10K start)
- $87-$112
- 2116 Hunter Road, San Marcos
- www.tejastrails.com/sanmarcos
