New Braunfels Texas Entertainment & Events

Special Events

Seekatz Opera House
265 West San Antonio Street • New Braunfels, TX 78130
830-643-0809
Originally built in 1900, the Seekatz Opera House was host to several forms of traveling entertainment, operas and theater productions, dances, and motion pictures. Unfortunately in 1941, the original building was destroyed by fire but rebuilt soon after. This restored historic downtown building is available for your next event, meeting, or social gathering. It features modern amenities, including audio, video and food equipment, while still retaining is its wooden floors. more...
Annual New Braunfels Summer Model Train Show
381 High Low Drive • New Braunfels, TX 78132
Civic Center
830-660-4278
This event will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will feature model trains, operating layouts, and Thomas the Tank Engine.

Gruene Hall
1281 Gruene Road • New Braunfels, TX 78130
830-606-1281
The oldest dance hall in Texas, this local favorite night spot offers the best in live Texas music seven days a week during the summer and three to four days during the rest of the year. more...
Watering Hole Saloon
1390 McQueeney Road • New Braunfels, TX 78130
830-625-0045
When visiting the Watering Hole Saloon, a local favorite, be sure to check out the hand carved bar crafted by chainsaw artist Terry Boquist. more...

Circle Arts Theatre
322 Oakcrest Drive • New Braunfels, TX 78130
830-629-6635
Founded in 1968 by Elizabeth Elliott, this regional theater presents around six productions during the year, including a musical in the summer and a melodrama during the Wurstfest. more...
Brauntex Performing Arts Theatre
290 West San Antonio Street • New Braunfels, TX 78130
830-627-0808
Built in 1942, this historic theatre was once a classical movie theatre that now provides an exciting variety of live performances with appearance by internationally renowned, regional, and resident artists throughout the year. more...

Old Gruene Market Days
1641 Hunter Road • New Braunfels, TX 78130
Located in the Gruene Historic District
830 832-1721
Held on weekends once a month from February to December, this market features over 100 vendors offering a wide variety of uniquely crafted items, candles, clothing, furniture, jewelry, packaged Texas-made foods, and much more. Live entertainment is also provided during this event. more...
Hill Country Doll Show
380 South Seguin Avenue • New Braunfels, TX 78130
Located at the New Braunfels Civic Center
830-606-5868
Held annually in February, this wonderful doll show features over 60 dealers selling a wide variety of dolls and accessories including antique dolls, baby dolls, toys, bears, vintage fabrics, books, and supplies.

Folkfest
1370 Church Hill Drive • New Braunfels, TX 78130
Located at the Heritage Village
830-629-6504
Showcasing local heritage, this two day festival includes live musical entertainment, gourmet foods, children's activities, and demonstrations of early crafts. It is held annually in April.
Comal County Fair
Located at the Comal County Fairgrounds
830-625-1505
One of the largest and oldest fairs in Texas, this six day county fair is held annually in September and includes a wide variety of carnival rides, live entertainment, exhibits, and a rodeo.
Wurstfest
P.O. Box 310309 • New Braunfels, TX 78131
Located on the Wurstfest Grounds in Landa Park
830-625-9167
Enjoy this unique ten-day celebration of German culture that includes a wide variety of entertainment, including Alpine yodeling and your favorite polkas; food, drinks, and one-of-a-kind live entertainment. more...

Jack's Generic Triathlon
6700 N IH 35 • New Braunfels, TX 78130
Texas Ski Ranch
512-472-5646
"The 'relatively short' swim is held in the Texas Ski Ranch cable lake, free from any boats. The bike and run are held on back country central Texas roads with little to no traffic. The post race party is one of the best in the business. A free Texas Ski Ranch cookout, with beer, treats, and thousands of dollars in free gear." Info from their website, clickthrough for more detailed review. more...

Tour de Gruene Bicycle Classic
Located in the Gruene Historic District
210-828-6856
This two day event features competitive bicycle races with prizes for the best course records, as well as leisurely rides through the Texas Hill Country and an antique and classic bicycle show. more...