The Comal County Fair & Rodeo will have various rodeo competitions. (Courtesy Comal County Fair Marketing Committee)
From the county fair to a library book sale, check out these upcoming fall festivities happening in September and October in the New Braunfels area.
This list is not comprehensive and all events are subject to change.
Das Fest! — September Tailgate Party
The New Braunfels Conservation Society is hosting a "September Tailgating" themed party. Attendees are welcome to wear their favorite college team's jersey. There will be live music, dancing and grilled cuisine.
Sept. 13, 7-10 p.m.
$100
Historic Old Town, 1300 Church Hill Drive, New Braunfels
This event is sponsored by the Crisis Center of Comal County. Participants will wear high heels and walk in a competitive footrace to raise funds and awareness for victims of abuse.
This hands-on workshop will be led by a seasoned Native Plant Society expert and wallow participants to learn more about starting a garden. Individuals will learn about the native plants and wildflowers that benefit the local environment.
Sept. 16, 6:30 p.m.
$5
Headwaters at the Comal, 333 E. Klingemann St., New Braunfels
Learn how to take care of a native wildflower garden to benefit the environment at the Headwaters at the Comal. (Courtesy Headwaters at the Comal)
Jeff Allen Comedy Show
Get some laughs and enjoy a night of standup comedy with tnationally recognized comedian Jeff Allen. Allen will perform a standup routine, then go over his journey from struggles to success.
Sept. 18, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
$45-60
Brauntex Performing Arts Theatre, 290 W. San Antonio St., New Braunfels
Attendees can explore a variety of fair festivities all week at this year’s county fair. There will be local vendors, food, drinks, rodeo events, agricultural competitions, thrill rides and more.
Sept. 24-28, times vary
Tickets range from $10-$15
Comal County Fair Grounds, 701 E. Common St., New Braunfels
This independent music festival will have an extensive lineup of local bands and artists. There will also be events for all ages including yoga, markets, a parade and more. Meals and camping included with tickets. There will be two separate check-in sites—one for those with On the River passes and one for those with Cliffside passes.
Sept. 25-28, times vary
Tickets range from $152-$4,800
KL On The River Ranch, 5455 River Road, New Braunfels; KL Cliffside, 5300 River Road, New Braunfels
Attendees can sift through over 50,000 books, buy vintage collectibles and choose from a variety of CDs, memorabilia and more. Proceeds go toward funding the New Braunfels Public Library.
Oct. 3-4, times vary
Free (admission)
New Braunfels Civic & Convention Center, 375 S. Castell Ave., New Braunfels
This family-friendly, riverside festival will be held each weekend in October. There will be live music, a pumpkin patch, photo opportunities and a local market. The event is also dog-friendly.
This annual festival features four days of live music, beer and wine tastings, food and more. Proceeds from the event will benefit nonprofit organization United Way of Comal County.