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Local Hikes in New Braunfels and Surrounding Areas

12/19/2021

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Love the outdoors and would want to explore Texas more? Visit these local hikes in New Braunfels and its surrounding areas. We’re sure you’ll see some of the best views the state has to offer. 
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1. Panther Canyon at Landa - New Braunfels
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This trail in Landa Park features a lake and lots of wildlife. It’s primarily used for walking, running, nature trips, and bird watching. Dogs are welcome as long as they’re on a leash.

2. Dry Comal Trail - New Braunfels
This trail is open for hike and bike traffic only. Enjoy wildlife viewing, geocaching, and mountain biking. When on the trail, be alert, keep the trails clean, keep your paw friends on a leash, and pick up animal waste.

3. Guadalupe Park Trail - Canyon Lake
​This 2.9km trail features a lake. It is primarily used for hiking, running, and bird watching. The best months to do your outdoor activities are from October to December. Your paw-friends can also enjoy the trail with you as long as they’re kept on leash.
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4. Madrone Trail - Canyon Lake
This 12.2km trail features a lake and offers different activity options year-round. Dogs can also join you to explore this trail as long as they’re on a leash.

5. Overlook Park - Canyon Lake
Visit this park from August to September to really enjoy what it has to offer. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and bird watching.

6. Dante’s Trail through Purgatory Creek Natural Area - San Marcos
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This trail in San Marcos features a river and is best used from April to October. Most of the trail is rocky and choppy. Remember to bring plenty of water as there is no water at any of the trailheads.
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7. Spring Lake Preserve - San Marcos
This trail is perfect for all hiking skill levels and is best used from March until October. It contains meadows and woodlands and is home to a wide variety of fauna and flora, including Mexican buckeye and large mammals.

8. 
McAllister Park Blue Loop Trail - San Antonio
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This park features beautiful wildflowers and offers outdoor activities that are accessible year-round. Your paw friends are welcome to explore the area as well.

Visit 7 Monk's Café for amazing Indian and Mediterranean cuisine in town!

This article is accurate as of the time of publishing. We always recommend calling every individual business to ensure their hours of operation remain accurate.
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Christmas in New Braunfels and Surrounding Areas

12/12/2021

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Celebrate Christmas in town like no other. Visit and play in these spots and witness spectacular light shows all around our small town. Be sure to mark your calendars and ready your smiles.
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Christmas Light Shows
Here’s a list of light shows you need to visit:
          1. Northern Lights of New Braunfels​
              Address: 656 Northgap Dr New Braunfels, TX 78130
          2. The Crazy Goat's Christmas Light Spectacular         
              Address: 958 Indian Ridge, New Braunfels, TX 78132
          3. Timmy’s Christmas Light Show
              Address: 1190 Roaring Falls, New Braunfels, TX
          4. Santa's Ranch-Drive thru Christmas Light Park 
              Address: 9561 IH 35 North New Braunfels, TX 78130
          5. Candy Cane Lane
              Address: N Ranch Estates Blvd, New Braunfels, TX 78130
          6. Lights Spectacular TX
              Address: 101 E Pecan Street Johnson City, TX 78636
          7. Sights & Sounds of Christmas 
              401 E Hopkins St San Marcos, TX 78666
          8. NB Jeeps De-Lights
          9. Elf Acres
              Address: 1475 Grosenbacher Rd San Antonio, TX 78245
         10. The Light Park

​Events you wouldn’t want to miss
1. The Nutcracker
Enjoy the magic as Clara dreams that her beloved nutcracker toy has come to life. Get your tickets today.

Date: December 17, 18, 19, 2021
Address: Brauntex Theatre, 290 W. San Antonio St.
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2. The Thrill of Hope
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Date: December 14-15, 2021
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3. Sights & Sounds of Christmas
This six-day event includes a carnival, arts & crafts, pictures with Santa, local school performances and entertainment, food court, local vendors, and more.

Address: 401 E Hopkins St San Marcos, TX 78666
Phone: +1 512-710-9627
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4. Grand Ol' Christmas Show ft. Blue Water Highway at The Brauntex
Buy your tickets now and see this must-watch Christmas show this holiday season.

​Date: December 23, 2021
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Visit 7 Monk's Café for amazing Indian and Mediterranean cuisine in town!

This article is accurate as of the time of publishing. We always recommend calling every individual business to ensure their hours of operation remain accurate.
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Upcoming Events in New Braunfels (December)

12/6/2021

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Mark your calendar for these upcoming events this month in town. Have fun and enjoy!
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1. Santa’s Ranch
Witness one of the greatest light displays in Texas while driving through its winding country roads. Tickets are sold right by the entry gate and don’t forget to stop by the concession area for some delicious holiday treats.

Date: November 5, 2021 – January 2, 2022
Time: Sun – Thurs 6:00pm – 10:00pm / Fri – Sat 6:00pm – 11:00pm
Venue: 9561 I-35 North New Braunfels, TX 78130
*Just look for the 50′ Christmas tree!

2. $4.99 Movies at Santikos Entertainment 
Recurring every Tuesday watch movies for $4.99 only.

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Date: December 7, 2021 – Every Tuesday
Venue: Santikos Entertainment New Braunfels, 651 N Business IH 35 Ste 1010 New Braunfels, TX 78130
Phone: +1 (210) 664-3348

3. 
Yodel Blitz 
Yodel Blitz features yodeling (as the name implies) along with 3-part harmonies, accordion, clarinet, bass, brass, alphorn, and cowbells. Come sing, dance & yodel along to this fun musical group. They guarantee a beer-drinking, yodel-blitzing good time!

Date: December 8, 2021
Time: 5:30pm – 8:30pm
Venue: Krause's Cafe 148 S Castell Ave New Braunfels, TX 78130

4. 
North Pole Village 
Bring your family and kids to the village and have an amazing night of fun. Take a lot of pictures with Santa!

Date: December 9, 2021 – December 11, 2021
Time: 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Venue: CRRC of Canyon Lake, 125 Mabel Jones Drive, Canyon Lake

5. 
42nd Annual 2021 Caroling On The Plaza 
Hear local performances entertain you with traditional holiday favorites and artistic holiday expressions.

Date: December 10, 2021
Time: 6:00pm
Venue: Main Plaza Downtown New Braunfels, TX 78130

6. 
Breakfast with the Grinch 
Bring your kids to this event and have fun with The Green One!

Date: December 11, 2021
Time: 8:00am – 11:30am
Venue: Landa Haus, 360 Aquatic New Braunfels, TX 78130

7. 
Christmas at the Caverns 
Listen to your favorite Christmas carols echo through Texas’ largest underground cavern. Roast smores, enjoy live music and shop for your holiday gifts.

Date: December 5, 2021 – December 23, 2021 *recurring event
Venue: Natural Bridge Caverns, Inc., 26495 Natural Bridge Caverns Rd, 26495 Natural Bridge Caverns Rd San Antonio, TX 78266

8. 
Photos with Cowboy Kringle 
Schedule your kid’s photo appointment with Gruene’s own brand of Santa.

Date: December 17, 2021
Time: 10:00am
Venue: Gruene Historic District 1610 Hunter Rd New Braunfels , TX 78130

9. 
The Nutcracker
Nothing captures the holiday magic better than American Dance Co.'s production of The Nutcracker!

Date: December 17 – 19, 2021
Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Venue: Brauntex Performing Arts Theatre Assn., Inc., 290 W San Antonio St New Braunfels, TX 78130

10. 
Soul Sessions 
Soul Sessions is a unique group of Central Texas’ top R&B, Soul, and Funk musicians.

Date: December 23, 2021
Time: 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Venue: Krause's Cafe 148 S Castell Ave New Braunfels, TX 78130

11. Two Ton Tuesday Holiday Show 
If you haven't felt the energy of Two Tons live, grab your dancing partner and get ready for a rockin’ night.

Date: December 28, 2021
Time: 7:30pm
Venue: Gruene Hall, 1281 Gruene Rd New Braunfels, TX 78130

12. 
New Year’s Eve with the Mavericks 
Welcome the New Year with the Mavericks at Gruene Hall.

Date: December 31, 2021
Time: 8:00pm
Venue: Gruene Hall, 1281 Gruene Rd New Braunfels, TX 78130
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Where to Buy Christmas Trees

12/1/2021

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Christmas is almost near and as a tradition, it’s time to decorate and light up your own trees with your family and kids. Aside from buying in HEB, Lowe’s, and Home Depot, here are some locals that sell awesome trees as well. Buy yours in these stores, light it up, and have fun!
1. Buy A Tree. Change a Life 
This is an organization that sells Christmas Trees to raise money for children globally and locally. Support them this Christmas season and help them change lives!

Address:  1615 FM 1044 New Braunfels, TX 78130
Phone: +1 210-861-4517
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2. Stahlmans
They do not only sell homegrown vegetables and homemade jams and pickles but they also have huge trees as well! They’re open every day until the 6th so you can get your best trees. 

Address: 5511 FM 2722 New Braunfels, TX 78132
Phone: +1 830-515-3658
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3. Holiday Hills Christmas Trees
Find them in Khol’s parking lot. A big blue and white tent houses all your Christmas tree needs. 

Address: 1062 North IH-35, New Braunfels, TX
Phone: +1 830 237-9957
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4. Seiler's Christmas Tree Farm
Cut your own Christmas tree at this farm. Choose from Virginia Pine, Lob-lolly Pine, or Leeland Cypress. They also sell wreaths, crafts, snacks, shelled and unshelled pecans.

Address: 4100 Jakes Colony Rd. Seguin, TX
Phone: +1 830-401-4590
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Have fun picking your perfect Christmas trees! 

Visit 7 Monk's Café for amazing Indian and Mediterranean cuisine in town!

This article is accurate as of the time of publishing. We always recommend calling every individual business to ensure their hours of operation remain accurate.
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