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*Kate’s Top Pick*
Celebrate lake season with an afternoon of family fun at the Guadalupe River Center’s 2nd Annual “Let’s Go to the Lake” event in Kerrville. Expect food trucks, bounce houses, outdoor games, face painting, sailing demos, live music, craft booths, raffles, and more.
Sunday, May 17 | 2 PM – 5 PM
Nimitz Lake
1090 Kerrview Dr
Kerrville, TX 78028
Cost: Free
Happening All Weekend
Kerrville
Jane Austen’s beloved classic gets a fresh, witty retelling in this Playhouse 2000 production at the VK Garage Theater. Follow the Dashwood sisters through love, heartbreak, family dynamics, and sharp humor in a modern adaptation that still honors the heart of the original story.
Friday & Saturday | 7:30 PM
Sunday | 2:30 PM
VK Garage Theater
910 Main St
Kerrville, TX
Cost: $15–$25
Tickets available here.
Friday, May 15, 2026
Kerrville
Celebrate the history and resilience of Kerr County during this free community mosaic workshop hosted by the Kerr County Love Project. Participants will help create a collaborative tile mosaic inspired by the people, wildlife, and culture of the Hill Country.
Held at the newly opened Heart of the Hills Heritage Center, this family-friendly event invites the community to create together while honoring local history and connection.
4 PM – 6 PM
Heart of the Hills Heritage Center
529 Water St
Kerrville, TX 78028
RSVP here.
Kick off the weekend with an evening of swimming, food, and family fun at the Salvation Army Kroc Center in Kerrville. This family-friendly pool party includes food with admission and is open to both members and non-members.
5 PM – 7 PM
The Salvation Army Kroc Center Kerrville
201 Holdsworth Dr
Kerrville, TX 78028
Cost: $5 members | $10 non-members
Boerne
Teens can enjoy a creative night out at Downtown DIY during this beginner-friendly paint-and-sip style class featuring mocktails and guided painting instruction.
6 PM – 8 PM
Downtown DIY
206 W Highland Dr
Boerne, TX 78006
Cost: $49.95 Buy tickets here.
Grab a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy a free outdoor movie night at Main Plaza in Boerne featuring Disney Pixar’s The Good Dinosaur on the big screen.
7 PM
Main Plaza
100 N Main St
Boerne, TX 78006
Saturday, May 16, 2026
Kerrville
Bring the family out to Ridge Rock Amphitheater for a FREE all-ages magic show featuring comedy, audience participation, and impressive illusions.
10 AM
Ridge Rock Amphitheater
13439 S Ranch Road 783
Kerrville, TX 78028
Jellystone Park™ Guadalupe River is celebrating the reopening of its riverfront amenities with an official ribbon cutting ceremony and special day camp savings. Families can explore the park, enjoy the festivities, and check out what’s new for the season.
Ribbon Cutting is at 1 PM
Jellystone Park™ Guadalupe River
2605 Junction Hwy
Kerrville, TX 78028
Day Passes: 30% Off with Code JOINUS
See everything from vintage classics to modern performance vehicles at this free, family-friendly community event celebrating the evolution of the American automobile. The event will also feature food trucks, vendors, and activities throughout Louise Hays Park.
10 AM
Louise Hays Park
202 Thompson Dr
Kerrville, TX 78028
Fredericksburg
Watch student teams put their engineering and programming skills to the test during the National Museum of the Pacific War’s annual robotics competition. Teams will guide robots across a WWII Pacific island-themed competition mat while completing missions inspired by historical battles and wartime technology.
This STEAM-focused event combines robotics, history, and problem-solving in a fun, family-friendly competition environment.
9 AM – 11 AM
National Museum of the Pacific War
340 E Main St
Fredericksburg, TX 78624
Cost: Free Admission
Enjoy a family movie night under the stars at Witcher Brewing Company featuring Jumanji on their 22-foot outdoor screen. Free popcorn and admission included, with the kitchen and bar open for food and drinks during the show.
Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets for a cozy night in the biergarten.
7:30 PM
Witcher Craft Brewing Co
9973 E US 290
Fredericksburg, TX 78624
Sunday, May 17, 2026
Hunt
Enjoy an afternoon of live music and community at Crider’s Rodeo & Dancehall during this benefit concert supporting river restoration efforts in Kerr County following the 2025 floods.
Hosted by the San Antonio Botanical Garden, the event supports the TREES initiative, helping restore native trees along the Guadalupe River while bringing the community together through music, hope, and rebuilding. Featuring live music from Gary P. Nunn.
12 PM – 5 PM
Crider’s Rodeo & Dancehall
2301 Hwy 39
Hunt, TX 78024
Cost: $25 Tickets available here.
Kerrville
Help bring Kerr County’s community mural to life during this hands-on tile glazing workshop hosted by the Kerr County Love Project. After creating more than 10,000 tiles for the mural, the organization is inviting the community to help glaze and add color to the final pieces.
A creative, family-friendly free afternoon celebrating community art, collaboration, and local connection.
1 PM – 3 PM
The Color of Clay
93 Coronado Dr. Unit #2
Kerrville, TX 78028
Register here.
For Summer, I plan to include weekday events. But I have a length limit on the newsletter. It could also get overwhelming and cut short.
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-Kate
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