Watch a movie, see live music or eat some barbecue at these upcoming Hays County events. This list is not comprehensive.
Summer Reading Kick-off
- The Buda Library will celebrate the start of summer and its Summer Reading Program with arts and crafts, a foam party, Touch-a-Truck and more at City Park. The event will begin with a sensory-sensitive time from 5-5:30 p.m.
- May 30, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 204 San Antonio St., Buda
- www.budalibrary.org
“Murder at the Movie Theatre”
Mama Merlot’s Speakeasy will host “Murder at the Movie Theatre: Murder Mystery at the Speakeasy.” Guests can solve a murder mystery and enjoy drinks and entertainment.
- May 31, 8 p.m.
- $15 (Day Pass admission); $99 (VIP table for four)
- 1510 Satterwhite Road, Buda
- Eventbrite: Doc’s Drive In Theatre
“Texas Parks: The Treasure We Share”
The Inspired Minds Art Center will feature an exhibition that showcases the beauty, diversity and spirit of Texas public lands. An opening reception will take place May 30.
Summer in the Park
Presented by the San Marcos Performing Arts Association in partnership with the San Marcos Parks & Recreation and other city departments, San Marcos' longtime family-friendly concert series is returning for another summer in June. Guests can bring their lawn chairs and picnic blankets to see local artists perform at San Marcos Plaza Park every Thursday evening. The first concert will feature blues guitarist and singer Sue Foley.
June Movie in the Park
Kyle Parks and Recreation will present a screening of “Inside Out 2” at Lake Kyle Park. Guests are encouraged to arrive early and can bring chairs or blankets, food and coolers. Leashed pets are welcome.
Pop Punk’s Not Dead Fest
Pop punk band Van Full of Nuns will present a weekend full of throwback and current pop punk and emo music, food trucks, merch booths, karaoke and more at Buck’s Backyard. Performers include Our Last Daze, Mest, Jaret Ray Reddick of Bowling for Soup and more.
Juneteenth Parade and Unity Walk
The Juneteenth Foundation will host its annual parade and walk through downtown San Marcos to commemorate the holiday. The walk will begin at the LBJ MLK Crossroads Memorial.
- June 19, 8 a.m. (gather); 9 a.m. (walk begins)
- Free (admission)
- Corner of LBJ and MLK Drives
- www.smtxjuneteenth.com
Juneteenth BBQ Cookoff Charity Fundraiser
The Juneteenth Foundation’s 31st annual charity fundraiser at Plaza Park will have barbecue competitions in categories including youth pork chops, brisket, chicken fajitas, beans, ribs and margaritas. The community is invited to enjoy the food, as well as art booths, snow cones and a live DJ.
Movies in Your Park
San Marcos Parks and Recreation will host its annual series of movie screenings at parks throughout the city. The first night’s movie will be “Moana 2” at Plaza Park. Concessions will be available for purchase.
Firecracker 5K Evening Run
Enjoy an evening 5K and wheelchair 5K around Five Mile Dam Park.
