JUNE
Sunday evenings, 7:30 p.m. - Sunday Music Concert Series - Bring a blanket or chairs and enjoy a night of live music on the banks of the San Marcos River. Free admission. No pets. No outside beverages. For additional information, please call (512) 353-3747.
June 19-21- Juneteenth Celebrations - Enjoy the oldest known annual celebration of the ending of slavery. Festivities include music, BBQ cook-off, and festivities for the entire family. On Thursday, activities will take place at Dunbar Park and on Friday and Saturday activities will take place at the San Marcos Plaza. For more information, contact Harvey Miller at (512) 396-4903. For BBQ cook-off (Saturday) information, please contact David Peterson (512) 738-2583. ##
June 24 - Movies in Your Park - Movies under the stars featuring Water Horse: Legend of the Deep at San Marcos Plaza. Bring a blanket and enjoy a night of family entertainment. Pre-movie entertainment begins at 7:30 p.m. Movie begins at dark. For more information contact the San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department at (512) 393-8400. ##
June 26, 7:30 p.m. - Summer in the Park Concert Series - Free concert under the stars featuring Dimensions in Blue at San Marcos Plaza. Bring a blanket or chairs and enjoy a night of free music. For more information contact the San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department at (512) 393-8400.
JULY
Sunday Evenings, 7:30 p.m. - Sunday Music Concert Series - Bring a blanket or chairs and enjoy a night of live music on the banks of the San Marcos River. Free admission. No pets. No outside beverages. For additional information, please call (512) 353-3747.
July 1 - Movies in Your Park - Movies under the stars featuring Shrek 3 at San Marcos Plaza. Bring a blanket and enjoy a night of family entertainment. Pre-movie entertainment begins at 7:30 p.m. Movie begins at dark. For more information contact the San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department at (512) 393-8400.
July 3, 7:30 p.m. - Summer in the Park Concert Series - Free concert under the stars featuring Hill Country Community Band at San Marcos Plaza. Bring a blanket or chairs and enjoy a night of free music. For more information contact the San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department at (512) 393-8400.
July 4 - Summerfest - The free community-wide, kid-friendly Independence Day celebration is moving to the City of San Marcos’ San Marcos Plaza Park this year. Festivities include children's activities, a patriotic program, live musical entertainment and food followed by a spectacular fireworks display. For more information contact the San Marcos Chamber of Commerce at (512) 393-5900. Free Admission. ## **
July 5, 2 p.m. - Living History Trolley Tour - The “returned spirits” of General and Mrs. Edward Burleson showcase historic sites around San Marcos and tell of our town’s early days. The tour leaves from the Tanger Outlet Visitor Center and takes about an hour and a half. The cost is $5. Call (512) 396-3739 for your reservation.
July 8 - Movies in Your Park - Movies under the stars featuring Spiderwick Chronicles at San Marcos Plaza. Bring a blanket and enjoy a night of family entertainment. Pre-movie entertainment begins at 7:30 p.m. Movie begins at dark. For more information contact the San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department at (512) 393-8400.
July 15 - Movies in Your Park - Movies under the stars featuring Evan Almighty at San Marcos Plaza. Bring a blanket and enjoy a night of family entertainment. Pre-movie entertainment begins at 7:30 p.m. Movie begins at dark. For more information contact the San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department at (512) 393-8400.
July 17, 7:30 p.m. - Summer in the Park Concert Series - Free concert under the stars featuring Zydeco Blanco at San Marcos Plaza. Bring a blanket or chairs and enjoy a night of free music. For more information contact the San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department at (512) 393-8400. ##
July 22 - Movies in Your Park - Movies under the stars featuring Bee Movie at San Marcos Plaza. Bring a blanket and enjoy a night of family entertainment. Pre-movie entertainment begins at 7:30 p.m. Movie begins at dark. For more information contact the San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department at (512) 393-8400. ##
July 24, 7:30 p.m. - Summer in the Park Concert Series - Free concert under the stars featuring Salsa Del Rio at San Marcos Plaza. Bring a blanket or chairs and enjoy a night of free music. For more information contact the San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department at (512) 393-8400. ##
July 29 - Movies in Your Park - Movies under the stars featuring Kicking and Screaming at San Marcos Plaza. Bring a blanket and enjoy a night of family entertainment. Pre-movie entertainment begins at 7:30 p.m. Movie begins at dark. For more information contact the San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department at (512) 393-8400. ##
July 31, 7:30 p.m. - Summer in the Park Concert Series - Free concert under the stars featuring The Patio Boys at San Marcos Plaza. Bring a blanket or chairs and enjoy a night of free music. For more information contact the San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department at (512) 393-8400. ##
AUGUST
Sunday evenings, 7:30 p.m. - Sunday Music Concert Series - Bring a blanket or chairs and enjoy a night of live music on the banks of the San Marcos River. Free admission. No pets. No outside beverages. For additional information, please call (512) 353-3747.
August 2, 2 p.m. - Living History Trolley Tour - The “returned spirits” of General and Mrs. Edward Burleson showcase historic sites around San Marcos and tell of our town’s early days. The tour leaves from the Tanger Outlet Visitor Center and takes about an hour and a half. The cost is $5. Call (512) 396-3739 for your reservation.
August 5 - Movies in Your Park - Movies under the stars featuring Nancy Drew at San Marcos Plaza. Bring a blanket and enjoy a night of family entertainment. Pre-movie entertainment begins at 7:30 p.m. Movie begins at dark. For more information contact the San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department at (512) 393-8400. ##
August 7, 7:30 p.m. - Summer in the Park Concert Series - Free concert under the stars featuring Mariachi Nueva Generacion at San Marcos Plaza. For more information contact the San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department at (512) 393-8400. ##
August 12 - Movies in Your Park - Movies under the stars featuring Daddy Day Camp at San Marcos Plaza. Bring a blanket and enjoy a night of family entertainment. Pre-movie entertainment begins at 7:30 p.m. Movie begins at dark. For more information contact the San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department at (512) 393-8400. ##
August 15-17 - Tax-Free Weekend - Shop early, stay late! Consumers will not pay taxes on any individual clothing or footwear item valued up to $100. Select stores at Prime Outlets-San Marcos and Tanger Outlet Center will be open extended hours. Many stores will stay open 24 hours. Additional savings offered throughout the weekend.
August 19 - Movies in Your Park - Movies under the stars featuring Hairspray at San Marcos Plaza. Bring a blanket and enjoy a night of family entertainment. Pre-movie entertainment begins at 7:30 p.m. Movie begins at dark. For more information contact the San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department at (512) 393-8400. ##
August 30 & 31 - Fiesta 2008 - Two days of live musical entertainment, a variety of food booths, activities for all ages, and a chance to win fabulous prizes. For more information call St. John's Church at (512) 353-8969. ##
SEPTEMBER
September 6 - Living History Trolley Tour - The “returned spirits” of General and Mrs. Edward Burleson showcase historic sites around San Marcos and tell of our town’s early days. The tour leaves from the Tanger Outlet visitor center, and takes about an hour and a half. The cost is $5. Call (512) 396-3739 for your reservation.
September 20 - Junior Texas Water Safari - The 16-mile adventure is an exhilarating opportunity for avid, young canoeist and kayakers. Contact information (512) 738-6607. Entry Fee. ##
September 27 - Pet Fest - Celebrates the role of animals in citizen’s lives and promotes responsible pet ownership. Join us on the banks of the San Marcos River with your pet. Free admission. For additional information, contact P.A.L.S. at (512) 754-7257. ##
OCTOBER
October 3 & 4 - San Marcos Education Foundation Rattler Round-Up - The event is held in conjunction with the 2008 San Marcos High School Rattler Homecoming. Friday: Football game. Saturday: Chili Cook-off at San Marcos Plaza Park. Fun for the entire family. For additional information, please contact the San Marcos Education Foundation at (512) 393-6930 or Rene Ruiz at reneruiz@sanmarcos.net. ##
October 4 - Living History Trolley Tour - The “returned spirits” of General and Mrs. Edward Burleson showcase historic sites around San Marcos and tell of our town’s early days. The tour leaves from the Tanger Outlet visitor center, and takes about an hour and a half. The cost is $5. Call (512) 396-3739 for your reservation.
October 4 & 5 - Central Texas Seniors Golf Fest - Two-day tournament for men ages 50+. For more information contact the San Marcos Chamber of Commerce at (512) 393-5900. ##
NOVEMBER
November 1 - Living History Trolley Tour - The “returned spirits” of General and Mrs. Edward Burleson showcase historic sites around San Marcos and tell of our town’s early days. The tour leaves from the Tanger Outlet visitor center, and takes about an hour and a half. The cost is $5. Call (512) 396-3739 for your reservation.
November 7-11 – Veteran’s Day Sidewalk Sale (Outlet Centers)
November 11 - Veterans' Day Celebration - Join the citizens of San Marcos as they pay tribute to military war heroes at the annual Hays County Veterans' Day Parade in downtown San Marcos at 10 a.m. Free for spectators. To enter the parade or for more information please contact San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department (512) 393-8400 Lisa Morris. ##
DECEMBER
December 4-6 - Sights and Sounds of Christmas - Lights, lights, and more lights. Start your Christmas shopping early at the Texas marketplace. Visit Santa’s village, ride the carousel, view a live nativity scene and enjoy delicious holiday favorites. The entire family will get into the holiday spirit by joining in on all the fun-filled activities. Event hours are 6 p.m to 10:30 p.m. Free admission and Free park and ride from the Strahan Coliseum parking area. Contact the San Marcos Parks and Recreation Department (512) 393-8400. ## **
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** Denotes Vendor Opportunities Available.
FOR GENERAL INFORMATION FOR ALL EVENTS, please call 512-393-5900.
Dates and Events are subject to change. Last updated 6.19.08
Hays County Civic Center Calendar of Events
Texas State University-San Marcos Calendar of Events
For a free visitor information guide call 888-200-5620 or cvb@sanmarcostexas.com