From a half marathon to a watercolor painting workshop, learn more about these events slated for January and February across the New Braunfels area.

This list is not comprehensive, and events are subject to change.

January

Retromania Collectibles Show

This family-friendly event will be full of retro action figures, video games, cards, collectibles and more.The Swing Dolls


Watch the showing of this 1940s-inspired dance group with songs from both the golden age of swing and the electro-swing movement.Color Chart Workshop

This one-day hands-on workshop will be taught by award-winning artist Vicki Monette. Attendees will make a Color Chart using three tubes of watercolors. Workshop participants will also learn how these colors can work together to give a unified flow to their paintings. Workshop attendees must be 18 years or older to participate.New Braunfels Gun Show

Check out this firearms show where attendees can buy, sell or trade items and browse collections from local vendors across the region. Uniformed Peace Officers and children 11 years and under are free.Cuarenta: A Mid-Life Rock Fest

Head to this music festival featuring 1970s-inspired rock banks. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Children’s Advocacy Center of Comal County.Das Dreizehn.Eins Half Marathon and 5K


Race in this half marathon or 5K on a course that winds through Prince Solms Park. There will be half marathon bonus swag, beer, an iced tea bar and finisher medals.
Retromania will feature cards, comics, figurines, collectibles and more. (Courtesy Heritage Event Company)
Retromania will feature cards, comics, figurines, collectibles and more. (Courtesy Heritage Event Company)
February

Taste of the Town

This charity dinner will benefit the New Braunfels ISD Education Foundation, which will help the foundation fund projects and programs that will improve educational opportunity for students in the district. Taste of the Town will feature food from local restaurants and businesses across the area.
  • Feb. 5, 6-9 p.m.
  • $75 (in advance), $85 (at the door)
  • New Braunfels Civic & Convention Center, 375 S. Castell Ave., New Braunfels
  • www.nbisd.org/taste-of-the-town
21st Annual Daddy-Daughter Sweetheart Dance

This 1920s-themed dance will feature ballroom dancing, refreshments, a keepsake and more. There will be two, two-hour dance sessions throughout the evening.