Amazing small town festival tucked away near Medina Lake, in Lakehills. This is a once a year…read morefestival in Sept but we'll worth the wait. Gumbo cook off showcases more than a dozen styles and tastes of gumbo. Other Cajun style food available too. Plenty of drinks and craft vendors too. But the jewel in this crowning event are the Cajun bands, some that come from Louisiana, to entertain all day on two stages. This event funds the local community center. There is no reason NOT to go. But go early because the gumbo runs out!! And bring a chair!

Long time fan, 1st time attendee…read more Quite a nice drive out there down long, curvy, hilly, scenic, country roads. Once we got there, the parking is free but you may have to catch the shuttle to the grounds. $10 entrance fee and drink and food tix are $.50 each (not bad when most food/beer is ranges from 4-7 tix, unless you're ordering the catfish, which was 12 tix (it's stil not a bad deal since you got it as plate. Food was good, the boudin, the cajun fries, the fried shrimp, the roasted corn (which btw I'd never tried it with cajun seasoning and it was freaking good!) and last but not least, the gumbo from the Gumbo cook off. We sampled about 8 or 9 gumbos out of about 18 competitors. We mostly sampled previous years winners-most were ok, a couple were really good. So good they made me sweat. Zydeco bands played on 2 opposite stages and people were enjoying themselves dancing. Although a small festival, it was definitely fun and surely will try to make it next year.

If you like oudoorsy, kid friendly, live local artists and great drinks this is the most…read morecomfortable place to hang out for the day . We went for chili and lobster fest , tickets consisted of one whole lobster w potatoes, corn and sausage and drink and the chili was samples and very delicious , we had so much fun ! It was a little chilly so they had Heaters and a fire was going outside or you could hang out inside the bar area w their very friendly bartenders . The decor inside of all the old collectibles was so interesting to see , we plan to be back for steak festival in May and can't wait

I came here for the "Fredericksburg Lobster Festival" This bar is kind of out in the middle of…read morenowhere. The goats were cute, the live music was good, and the beer was good. The food was just disappointing. I was expecting a couple of lobster options since it was a lobster festival, but they only had lobster tails. The snow crab and corn was mushy. I also wish the crab and lobster had been seasoned better. We tried the pulled pork nachos since it was their #1 seller. The pulled pork was underwhelming. The nachos didn't have much flavor. They offered free lobster tails in exchange for a 5 star Yelp review so it does seem like the good reviews are unreliable.

Musical Entertainment varies in genre. Great event for the whole family. Limited tickets sold,…read morekeeps crowd to a minimum, easy to navigate. Excellent viewing, no matter where you setup your seating. Free camping onsite included with ticket....bonus! I'm a Utopian and always will be!

The perfect music festival! I tuned out all mega-fests years ago in search of those with no…read morepretensions and 10 yrs later UtopiaFest is still my thing.

love love love Luckenbach great music…read morepretty good food ( burgers are huge) ice cold long necks

Luckenbach is a must-see destination for a unique musical experience in the Texas Hill Country!…read more As you enter the "town loop" with the continual population of 3, you have your pick of visiting the wooden dance hall, outdoor stage, general store, post office, or watering hole. "These days Luckenbach Texas is, to paraphrase John Steinbeck, a "State of Mind" - A Texas state of mind, where you can kick back, relax and get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life--like a step back in time." You can purchase tickets online or head over to the ticket booth if it isn't a sold out show. The monthly lineup usually includes your favorite local artists & in demand bands, special events, festivals & free shows! Even though Waylon & Willie's Luckenbach Texas wasn't actually based on the dance hall, their iconic lyrics did help make it famous. So turn up the volume and get Back to the Basics of Love as you make the trip out to see a show! You can even arrange a Willie Nelson tour to learn about the historic property If you really do love the Lone Star State, you might want to consider having your wedding or anniversary celebration at Luckenbach!

I experienced the Kerrville Folk Fest for the first time this year, and despite the torrential…read moreflooding, a few canceled shows, and my rig getting stuck in the mud - I still had a great time. I can't blame KFF for what Mother Nature did to us over Memorial Weekend. (Lucky for me and my gal pals, Friday's flooding brought Emmylou Harris' show right into the lobby of our hotel for an intimate, unforgettable performance.) This folk fest brings in talented musicians and song writers from all over the country for two-plus weeks, along with headliners like David Crosby and Emmylou Harris, and a TON of resources for said artists. Artists take note: You'll find seminars/workshops, like the songwriter school, ukulele workshop, legal consultation, professional development for teachers, harmonica workshops... For spectators like myself with absolutely no musical talent, there are vendors selling delicious hippie food, jewelry, clothing, massages ... and of course, entertainment. My FAVORITE part of the schedule is catching the New Folk Finalists performances. More than 800 writer-performers apply and only 32 finalists are selected to perform at the festival. Each artists performs about three songs, and with a panel of judges, six winners are announced. There is SO much talent, and I left the festival with a list of new musicians to follow. Camping is the way to go if you want the full experience. After the nightly performances, artists go around and have singalongs and gatherings at different tents/campers. Complete hippie fun. As the website says, "18 days. 100+ performers. Bring a guitar and your tent." Tent I have, talent to play a guitar, I do not ... yet. Things to know: :: Bring your own plastic cup/thermos for water stations, wine, beer, coffee, etc. They don't offer any throw-away cups; so you either have to buy theirs or bring your own. :: Bring rain boots, sandals or shoes you don't mind gettin' icky. Bare feet NOT a good idea due to the nature of the latrines. :: Sunscreen, bug spray, camp chair, and hand fan are highly recommended.

The Kerrville Folk Festival is an experience of a lifetime…read moreI've been going for years and have been lucky enough to move to Kerrville and volunteer at the festival It seems to get better every year and the staff and volunteers are one big family Rock on KFF and hopefully more locals will come out and see what they've been missing

First time visiting the Marble Falls Walkway of Christmas Lights, and it was such a delightful…read moreholiday experience! Located right along the river, this festive walkway offers a peaceful and refreshing atmosphere that instantly puts you in the Christmas spirit. The sound of the water combined with the glow of beautifully arranged holiday lights makes it a perfect place to slow down, stroll, and enjoy the season with family and loved ones. The entire area is very well maintained, clean, and thoughtfully designed, which makes the walk comfortable and enjoyable for all ages. The light displays are charming without being overwhelming, creating plenty of great photo opportunities along the way. We had so much fun stopping to take pictures and simply soaking in the cozy holiday vibes. Admission is very reasonable at just $2 per person, and children under 3 years old enter for free, which makes this a budget-friendly outing for families. For the quality of the experience and the care put into the setup, the price feels more than fair. Whether you're visiting with kids, a group of friends, or enjoying a romantic evening walk, this is a wonderful way to celebrate the holidays. It's relaxing, festive, and full of cheerful energy. If you're in or around Marble Falls during the Christmas season, I highly recommend stopping by and creating some special holiday memories here. Come enjoy the lights, the river, and the holiday magic! Cheers

The admission was $2, it was a fun experience, with various light display. Great family event for…read moreChristmas!

Blanco Lavender Festival is held yearly. Nice selection of artist, vendors, food, and beverages…read more There is a variety of items to check out. Art, jewelry, items for your kitchen, variety of other items. Depending on the vendors and item prices ranges. The Festival is outdoors in the downtown Blanco area. 9 am to 5 pm. Worth check out if you want something to do or a day trip.

4 years ago when I was in Austin for my grandson's High School graduation my daughter suggested we…read morego to the Blanco Lavender Festival since she knows I love lavender, the color and the fragrance. A group of us went including two children and 5 adults. We all had a great time. There were lots of Booths to look at selling lots of products. My daughter and I both bought products from a man selling lotions and soaps made from goat milk in 2013 and were disappointed when we went back in 2017 and he was nowhere to be found, either physically or online. We had both hoped to buy more to replace what we had used up. But I'm getting ahead of myself. I came back in June of 2017 for my grandson's college graduation and asked my daughter if she would like to go to the Lavender Festival again. She said yes because she hadn't been since the last time I was in town so the two of us went and as before mentioned were disappointed not to find the goat milk guy. I was also keeping an eye out for the booth of Imagine Lavender Farm which had been there four years ago but never did find any sign of them this trip. I even asked at the information booth and neither name came up on their list of participators. I found a t-shirt for the festival last trip that was on sale because it was a shirt from a previous year but did not find anything like that this time. It would have been fun to buy a lavender t-shirt at the Lavender Festival if they had had one I liked for a good price. I usually try to go through the Lavender Festival twice, the first time quickly and the second time more slowly. I might have bought some lavender lotion or other products from a different vendor since the one I was looking for was not there but my daughter was getting hot, and it certainly was an extremely hot day, so I didn't want to ask her if we could take the time for me to go through again. We had both hoped to find lavender ice cream but did not see any at this year's Festival either. There was lavender lemonade but an extremely long line so we didn't end up getting any. I did get 3 or 4 things when I had the opportunity including some lavender cuticle oil, a jar of spice and s small bag of lavender coffee. If I come back to town in 4 years I'll probably want to come to it again in the hopes that I would find new booths to make up for the old favorites being gone.

Most of this food is cheap carnival food, but there is one African American team with a 50 foot…read moresmoker cooking wood smoked whole turkey legs. They are not with the other barbecue competitors but in the festival area. The Schertz Park Commission always puts on good festivals, but they need to offer more upscale food trucks. The bands were great as always. My big complaint was the parking area was about 3 football fields away. They kept the closest spots for the bbq competitors. We are the paying customers.

Great dance hall and we met lots of nice people. Family friendly, outside seating. No A/C, but you…read morefind a breeze or a fan and stay put. Dance floor is one of the best!

Anhalt is a very nice place to dance the dance floor is large and safe. The staff that works there…read moreis friendly. The times they have served food no matter what it was fresh good and filling. This one of the oldest dance halls in Texas. Love going. Have a good time.

Very fun experience! We were able to do the strawberry picking and ride the tractor train. They…read morealso had games and food for us to try. As well as animals to pet and see!

We spent time here today for our 27th wedding anniversary. It could not have been a more enjoyable…read moreday. Perfect weather. We got to pick fresh blackberries. Walked amongst some beautiful flowers. See 50k Ladybugs be released. It was a wonderful day to spend with my beautiful wife.