Cool place, great place to bring littles! I had personally never seen an alpaca before, what a…read moretreat to walk among them. The animals are very used to people, and will eat their food right out of your hand! It's a farm, it's dirty, the animals are dirty, so wear "ranch clothes" and go commune with nature. It's a business, and several of the young animals had been cleaned for an upcoming livestock show. Those animals had "jackets" on! LOL Lots of chickens and chicks around too. Our group got a fresh egg out of the coup! Many baby alpacas around, pregnant mamas segregated, and "visitors" quarantined until checked out. The staff was super knowledgeable, and super nice. You need a reservation, and please be on time, it's a group event! Recommend this usual adventure.

We had a wonderful tour petting and photographing these incredible creatures. So much information…read moreabout the care and breeding and the shearing and processing of the fleece was presented to us. Thank you so much!!!

Loved this place! We went for indoor theater and it was amazing. The venue is small so the act is…read moreactually in the center of all the seating. That made it feel much more intimate and like you were a part of the location. We purchased our tickets online for fear of getting a sold out show. There's a $1 per ticket processing fee, but they text you electronic tickets which was pretty neat. The people are super nice! They had by donation hot chocolate, coffee and cookies during the fifteen minute intermission. The acting was also on par with expectations for a small theater. The staging was basic, but perfect in conveying the feel of the show. There was also a person playing the violin as we entered the venue. They put every effort into the feel and comfort of their patrons. I will definitely be back! Can't wait to see more!!!

I don't know much about Wimberley, despite living and working in the South Austin-San Marcos area…read morefor more years than I care to count. This little theater and glade really captured both my heart and my imagination a few weeks ago during the Butterfly Festival. There's a poignant story behind the name of the EmilyAnn, but I'll leave it to you to discover it on their website. There's an equally touching story behind Justin's Castle, but you'll have to visit in person to learn about that one. What I didn't know was that there were so many events held here. Christmas features a trail of lights. There are various theater productions throughout the year at the three outdoor stages. There's a beautiful Veterans Memorial Plaza and stage at the top of the hill. There's a life-size chess-checker board. And a betrothal tree. In short, the EmilyAnn is not just a one-trick-pony. Parking is next door at Wimberley High School. I'd like to say the grounds are accessible, but unfortunately they're not. However, there is an access road for drop-off at the main stage at the top of the hill. Instead, if you call ahead, they will apparently make arrangements for golf cart service for those with mobility impairments. Live a little. Life is short. Check this place out sometime soon. You'll be glad you did.

We loved many of the glass pieces this place had to offer. Bonus points for having the benefit of…read moremeeting and talking to the owner and artist. He made it a point to tell us the story behind some of the pieces. He saw that I was drawn to a red vase so he immediately described the colors used. I knew I had to purchase it as soon as I saw it. This place is worth a visit and talking to Tim De Jong (owner & artist) was icing on the cake.

Take the private lesson!! It's soooo worth it!! Very informative, fun and friendly. Warning...it's…read morelike 100 degrees in there, but that's to be expected. :)

Love a Texas dance hall!! Very friendly, festive, and fun. We came on a Sunday when the Texmaniacs…read morewere playing.

I've never heard of this dance hall but it is charming and made of real wood everywhere. Love the…read moresense of history it evokes as it was built in 1879! There is a bar with beer, wine and snacks, a small stage for the live band and plenty of grounds to park and walk around. I got there at night and the road here was pitch black dark. The driveway entrance is narrow right off of 281 so slow down or you will drive past it. I look forward to coming back for the Texas Fiddle Festival.

I was in charge of hosting a fall company event for my work and I chose the Dripping Springs…read morePumpkin Festival. What intrigued me was that there were so many activities occurring at once for all ages. The company work event was not just for the adults, but also for kids and elders. Entry fee was $15 for ages 4 and up. $0 for babies 0-3, and $0 for elders 65 and older. The entry fee was reasonable for all of the activities that the festival had to offer but some activities had an additional fee. There was a little train ride, a petting zoo, and numerous vendors selling clothes, jewelry, etc. My team loved the food and drink options, my favorite was Pecos Petes! They sold a massive mug/cup for $25 and allowed refills all day. Pecos Petes had a selection of root beers, teas, and lemonade. The cup was a very cute memento as the back of it had the Dripping Springs pumpkin festival on it. There were swings and a talented bubble artist who kept the kids entertained for hours! The pumpkin festival was filled with numerous photo-ops for families and friends. My favorite was the horseshoe toss along with the lasso toss! Overall, we had a great company party, it was nice to be in such a festive environment. I am glad that parts of the festival had trees and tents to provide shade as it got pretty hot out there. A downside was the parking. On the website, they do stress that the parking is an issue and they even offer coupon codes for ride shares, so at least they are trying to make the public aware.

Very impressed with the pumpkin festival!…read more We have three kids that range from 4yrs to 8yr and 10yrs. While our youngest was on the rides and swings, our older boys could play patch pong and football next by. There were so many activities for all ages. They even had this kernel pit where they could all play. My son who is on the spectrum loved it. There is also a throwing ax spot that also has soccer balls so they loved kicking those too on the bull's eye. Then there was a feeding birds and feeding goats section. So much to do and we didn't even do it all. There was also a craft market and food trucks. Such a nice setup. And later in the day there is music and shows which we missed. There are a bunch of spots to take photos with skeletons and lots of pumpkins and gourds to buy at reasonable prices. You pay $15 to enter and parking is free. Then you pay for certain things like train ride, face painting and animal feed which our youngest wanted. All in all a great experience and our kids said they loved it - unprompted.

This is the second time I have been here and both times I felt like it might just be the 8th wonder…read moreof the world. Went to the "Dirt Dauber" festival here which was a celebration of local pottery. Artists were set up everywhere, there were workshops/demos/contests, live music, pets and kiddos running around, hot dogs, and free beer (you were simply encouraged to purchase a vessel in which to pour it in). Everyone was ridiculously talented - and so friendly. The local community (san marcos I guess) is so supportive, but folks came out from all over in support. One highlight was they had the pottery wheels set up to play! SO. MUCH. FUN. (especially after beer) I totally want a wheel now, but it's easy to see it takes quite a bit of practice along with significantly more artistry than I possess. (Oh, and that scene from Ghost? Totally realistic because it's seriously erotic for some reason.) I am fortunate enough to be friends with the niece of the owners of the property (Beverley and Billy Ray rock!), and am unbelievably grateful for the opportunity to get a tour of the whole place. This includes their personal home which is a magical maze full of treasures. I have never seen so much art and sculpture and pottery and trinkets and souvenirs and momentos...the list goes on. It's a feast for the eyes. Everywhere you look there is something to explore. The house is divided up by season as well; for example, there is a "summer room" downstairs that has A/C, or the "Spring room" which has a handmade wooden murphy bed platform ON THE BALCONY that pulls down to sleep on. There is a fishtank for a wall by the tub indoors, or one could use the outdoor shower they crafted. They even have their own giant bar attached to the home. Walking around there is surreal; it makes you want an entirely different life. We also got to see a couple studios in which the owners (and visiting artists) work. So friggin cool. They do all sorts of workshops and also host celebrations/festivals/exhibitions of sorts (like the one I went to, or a salsa competition (the kind you eat ;). I encourage you to find any reason you can to get out there. The whole experience felt hippy dippy trippy to the max; by that I mean it didn't reek of patchouli or pot, but rather of a better place and time gone past where everyone was encouraged to be whoeverthefuck they want to be and express that however they wish (in dress, through art, or the way they live, who they love, and so on) and all were accepted, and appreciated. Good music, drank, and people all mashed up. Love.

I finally made it out to the annual Dirt Dauber festival and I loved it! Eye of the Dog is an…read moreamazing art center with something unique in every little corner. The people were incredibly friendly and the talent persistently blew me away. I can't wait to come back!!

Found this small lavender farm just outside of Blanco, TX. We're a little early as they will start…read moreto bloom soon-usually around end of May and into June. Of course I had to buy some body butter in the shop. I smell gooooood now

paid cash for 4" lavender plants, did not give me a requested receipt. said I would get an email…read more Never got it. the 4" plants were sold at $10 each, upon planting discovered they were plugs with 1" roots, typically sold for $2 each. This place is a complete rip offfffff!!!

Texas Art House is under new ownership. Dr. Smith is always open during advertised hours, and then…read moresome. The gallery is open to appointments as well. This gallery brings national and international attention to Johnson City, TX. Add it to your list of must-do's while visiting the national historical park, wine country, and Hill Country daytripping!