New Years Eve Dance at Turner Hall - December 31

The Wagon Aces return to the Turner Hall, 103 West Travis Street, to ring in the New Year.  Dance in 2012 on December 31, from 8:30 to 12:30 at Turner Hall.  Tickets go on sale December 3, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. at Turner Hall located at 103 W Travis Street, Fredericksburg.  Tickets will be $20.00 per person.  Tickets will be sold at Turner Hall from 6 to 8 pm on December 3, 4, 10, 11, 17 and 18.  Any unsold tickets will be sold at the door on December 31 at 7 pm.  

For more information please call Nichole at 830-998-9019 or leave a message at the hall at 830-997-2204.

New Year’s Eve at Hill Top Cafe - December 31

Enjoy great food and live entertainment by Johnny Nicholas and Hell Bent featuring Cindy Cashdollar at Hill Top Cafe, 10661 N. US Highway 87.  Two shows:  early seating from 5 to 9 pm and late seating from 9 pm to 1 am.  Please call or visit the website for more information and to make reservations.

Call 830-997-8922 for more information.

Zweite Weinachten

The Zweite Weihnachten Party takes place on Saturday, December 26, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at 312 W. San Antonio Street. There will be plenty of refreshments like home baked goods like lebkuchen (kind of a gingerbread), apfel saft (warm spiced apple cider) and gluhwein (warm, spiced wine) to go along with some German Christmas music and gemutlichkeit.

Boxing Day at Becker Vineyards - Dec 26

Fireside Readings, Holiday Hors d' oeuvres, and Yuletide Music are the centerpiece of the celebration of Boxing Day at Becker Vineyards. The event runs from 10 am to 5pm and admission is free. Call 830-644-2681 for more information.

Annual Christmas Tree Lighting - LBJ State and National Park - Dec 21

Stonewall, Texas -Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site and Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park invite everyone to join in the Christmas cheer at their Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on Sunday, December 2. The public is invited to come join the Texas Hill Country in this special tradition started 45 years ago by President and Mrs. Johnson. Enjoy carolers, a live nativity, Santa Claus, refreshments and of course, the spectacular tree lighting. Step back in time to the Sauer-Beckmann Living History Farm for cookies amid glowing lanterns and a traditional candlelit German Christmas tree. Call (830) 868-7128 for more information.

A Christmas Journey This Weekend

Bethany Lutheran Church, 110 West Austin Street, presents a drive- through performance of The Christmas Story on this Friday and Saturday, from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Enter the church parking lot from North Adams Street. There is no admission fee.

Canto Chamber Choir Christmas Concert - 12/8

Benefitting the Good Samaritan Center. ”Christmas Remembered” Christmas choral music including lessons and carols. Tickets will be available in advance at the Good Samaritan Center and Hill Country Evangelical Free Church. Tickets may be available at the door if not sold out. Event location is the Hill Country Evangelical Free Church, 1007 E. Lower Crabapple Rd. Call (830) 997-4991 for more information. 7:30 pm. $25 per person.

Kinderfest - Dec. 6

Children ages 10 years and younger are invited to Pioneer Museum for the annual Kinderfest. Come experience a local Christmas tradition. Children are invited to hang a stocking on the Kammlah House hearth for St. Nicholas to fill. Enjoy singing, story-telling, ornament making, refreshments and perhaps even a visit from Santa Claus! Hang stockings from 9:30 to 10 am. Program from 10 to 11 am. Free admission only for children 10 and under accompanied by a paid adult. $5 per adult; $3 students ages 11 – 17.

Chamber Light the Night Christmas Parade & After Glow - 12/5

Enjoy this celebration of light, community and the Christmas spirit! Parade route includes both reserved and free seating. After Glow activities include children’s programming, shopping and local food and wine – all bathed in Fredericksburg’s spectacular Christmas lights! Parade route is on Main Street and starts at 6:30 pm. After Glow activites on Marktplatz from 3 to 10 pm. Photo ops with Santa and Mrs. Claus from 8 to 10 pm. Reserved parade seating cost is $15 first come, first served and tickets may be picked up at the Visitor Center. Attendees seated in the bleachers will be able to view the Laser Light Show which serves as the grand opening of the parade.

Fredericksburg Chorale Christmas Concert - December 6

A celebration of Christmas music including classic, folk, traditional and new compositions directed by Mark Hierholzer.  At historic St. Joseph’s Hall 212 West, San Antonio Street.

3 and 7 pm.  By donation. Call (830) 997-6869 for more information.

Rockbox Christmas Show - 11/28 - 12/24

The Rockbox Christmas Celebration is here!  Christmas at the Rockbox has Christmas favorites along with serious fun!  Come join some of our Holiday Tribute Artists as we entertain the whole family with a Christmas event that will be talked about all year long.  There will be classic Christmas songs along with some comedy to make your Christmas brighter!  The variety of music will be as wide as Santa’s belly.  Treat yourself to a Christmas treasure here at the Roxkbox.  Reservations recommended.  Please check the website for additional special Christmas Eve showtimes and to purchase tickets.

Fridays at 8 pm; Saturdays at 4:30 and 8 pm; Sundays at 3 pm.  $32 – $42 per adult; $17 youth.  Group rates available.

Texas Hill Country Regional Christmas Lighting Trail - 11/28 to 1/1

Hill Country communities light up to celebrate the Holiday Season.  Self-guided driving tour through participating towns where Main Streets and Town Squares are all decked out their finest.  Please visit the website for more information or pick up the brochure that will be available in the Fredericksburg Visitor Information Center at 302 E. Austin.

Call (830) 997-8515 for more information.

The Peddler Show - 11/28-30

The Peddler Show is celebrating 37 years as Texas’ favorite arts and crafts show!  At the Gillespie County Fairgrounds.

Friday noon to 7 pm; Saturday 9 am to 6 pm; Sunday 11 am to 4 pm.  $6 adults; $5 seniors 65+; $5 kids ages 5 – 11; under 5 free.

540 Fair Drive on Hwy 16 South. Call (800) 775-2774 for more information.

4th Annual Fredericksburg Turkey Trot - 11/29

Git yer Gobble On!  5K, 10K and Fun Run to benefit the Fredericksburg Swim Association.  Prizes for top male and female finishers and medals for top 3 finishers in each age group.  Races start at the Fredericksburg Elementary School.  Support swimming and work off that Thanksgiving Dinner!  For questions, please call or email fredericksburgswim@gmail.com

Cost is $25 for early registration which includes a t-shirt and chip timing.  One mile Fun Run cost is $10 which includes a t-shirt and participation ribbon.

Race day registration at Fredericksburg Elementary School, 1608 N. Adams. starting at 7 am.  Visit the website and search FREDERICKSBURG TEXAS TURKEY TROT to register and get more details. Or call (310) 462-2186.

Holiday Craft Fair at Friendly Natives Nursery 11-29

Local vendors will be selling home decor, jewelry, art work and much more.  Along with Christmas gifts, Friendly Natives will also be selling Christmas trees, garland and wreaths.  There will be a raffle and live music by Davey Schrank.  Refreshments will be provided by The Peach Basket.

3 pm to dark at 1107 N. Llano. Call (830) 997-6288 for more information.

Turkey Trot with the Ranger at Enchanted Rock - 11/27

Start your Thanksgiving Day running the trails of Enchanted Rock with a park ranger.  Bring all of your running gear to burn off some calories before you indulge in your Thanksgiving Feast.  Choose from a 5 mile run on the Loop Trail, 3 mile run on the Loop Trail or a 1.2 mile guided hike to the summit.  Cost is a suggested donation of $10 to the Friends of Enchanted Rock.  Hot chocolate will be served as well as door prizes to be awarded.  This is strictly a fun run and not a race.  Start a new family tradition.  Reservations required.  Secure your spot by emailing Ranger Scott Whitener at Scott.Whitener@tpwd.texas.gov

9 am. Call (830) 685-3636 for more information.

Fredericksburg Restaurants Open Thanksgiving Day 2014

ANDY’S STEAK & SEAFOOD GRILL
413 S. Washington St
Fredericksburg, Texas
(830) 997-3744
Open 11 AM – 2 PM
Traditional Meal – Reservations highly recommended

AUGUST E’S
203 E. San Antonio
Fredericksburg, Texas
(830) 997-1585
Seatings 12 PM, 2 PM, 4 PM
Traditional Meal – Reservations highly recommended

AUSLANDER
323 E. Main
Fredericksburg, Texas
(830) 997-7714
Open 5 PM – 9 PM

AZADERO GRILL & BAR
803 S. Adams
Fredericksburg, Texas
(830) 997-3161
Open 7 AM – 3 PM

CABERNET GRILL
Hwy.16 South ~ 1.5 mi
Fredericksburg, Texas
(830) 990-5734
Open 11 AM – 4 PM
Traditional Buffet
No Reservations Taken

CITY CAFÉ
505 W. Main
Fredericksburg, Texas
(830) 307-3346
Open from 11 AM – 3 PM
Traditional Meal

CULTURES GRILL & BAR
318 E. Main
Fredericksburg, Texas
(830) 997-8100
Open 11 AM – 9 PM

DAVID’S OLD FASHION PIT BBQ
342 W. Main
Fredericksburg, Texas
(830) 997-7753
Open 11 AM – 3 PM
Traditional Meal & Regular Menu

DENNY’S
1035 S. Adams (Hwy. 16 South)
Fredericksburg, Texas
(830) 990-2806
Open 24 hrs
Regular Menu

HILL COUNTRY DONUTS & KOLACHES
605 E. Main
Fredericksburg, Texas
(830) 990-2424
Open 5 AM –1 PM

HILL TOP CAFÉ
10661 US Hwy 87 North
Fredericksburg, Texas
(830) 997-8922
Open 11 AM – 3 PM
Traditional Meal-Reservations Highly Recommended

SILVER CREEK RESTAURANT
310 E. Main
Fredericksburg, Texas
(830) 990-4949
Open 12 PM – 6 PM
Regular Menu

TAQUERIA JALISCO
1410 E. Main St.
Fredericksburg, Texas
(830) 990-8554
Open 6 AM – 3 PM
Regular Menu

TOP DONUTS
915 E. Main
Fredericksburg, Texas
(830) 997-9976
Open 5 AM to 1 PM

Note: Information provided by above restaurants. Please call to confirm hours.
Updated as of 10-30-14

“‘Tis The Season” Evening Shopping Event - 11/20

Nine “off Main” stores have banded together to offer ‘Tis The Season, an evening shopping event to put you ready for the holidays!  In addition to opening their doors for late shopping, stores will offer snacks, music, special discounts or other surprises.  Shoppers will have the opportunity to fill out a punch card for each store visited.  Those who visit all stores will be entered in a drawing to win one of nine prizes valued from $25 to $500.  Participating stores include the Red Baron Antique Mall, Fredericksburg Antique Mall, Smitten, The Farmhouse, Henfeathers, Jabberwocky, Lone Star Antique Mall, The Attic and Timeless Menagerie.

5 to 9 pm. Call (469) 358-9414 for more information.

“Celebrate America” Show at Rockbox Theater - 7/4-5

What if you could gather all those great bands of yesterday to perform their greatest hits for you live and in person, all together and on the same stage? The original and “authentic” sounds of the bands of Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Benny Goodman, Harry James and more? It sounds like an impossible dream, but it isn’t. The great sound of the greatest bands of the swing era…”the Greatest Music of the Greatest Generation”… is alive and well, and can once more be heard in person, courtesy of the dedication and musical artistry of the Sentimental Journey Orchestra.

An authentic 19-piece big band featuring full sections of trumpets, trombones, saxophones, rhythm and vocalists, under the direction of leader Ted Conerly, serves up a banquet of the Big Band’s Greatest Hits. Tickets available online.

Friday showtime is 4:30 pm. Saturday showtimes at 4:30 and 8 pm. $37 – $47 adults; $17 youth. Rockbox Theater is at 109 South Llano. Call (830) 997-7625 for details.

4th of July Fireworks

Enjoy this Fredericksburg tradition of fireworks at 9:40 pm at Lady Bird Johnson Park after a day of celebration. Starts at 9:30 pm. Admission is free.