Local Events
Our guide to the best Texas Hill Country events, Wimberley Events and much more.
The Texas Hill Country is a beautiful region that is home to an extensive list of festivals and celebrations throughout the year. Keep reading to discover some of our favorite events in the Texas Hill Country that are worth celebrating! Trust us; you won’t want to miss out on these!Â
January
January features a handful of Texas Hill Country events that kick off the new year the right way. An antique show south of our town and a unique artistic festival in Wimberley offer fun and inspiring shopping and learning opportunities.
- Classic French Cooking School at Blair House Inn (Jan 18-20)
- New Braunfels Antique Show
- Wimberley Art & Soul
February
If you love food festivals, February is full of several mouth-watering Texas Hill Country events. These culinary celebrations include a wine tasting and a night of sampling the best cuisine in nearby New Braunfels.
March
While March doesn’t pack in as many Texas Hill Country events as other months, South by Southwest celebrates the convergence of a variety of entertainment genres, including music, art, media, and film.Â
- Align Your Spine into Spring Blair House Inn Spa Special
- Italian Cuisine Cooking School at Blair House Inn (Mar 1-3)
- BBQ Camp Cooking School at Blair House Inn (Mar 15-17)
- Vegetarian Cuisine Cooking School at Blair House Inn (Mar 29-31)
- South by Southwest (SXSW)
- Wimberley Market Days
- The EmilyAnn Theatre Season
- Texas Night Sky Festival
April
BBQ, pie, and art are the main event attractions in April. In addition to these tasty food competitions, the EmilyAnn Theatre Butterfly Festival is a stunning showcase of over 4000 butterflies.Â
- Bloom into Beautiful Blair House Inn Spa Special
- Classic French (Flavors of the Titanic) Cooking School at Blair House Inn (Apr 12-14)
- Spanish Cuisine Cooking School at Blair House Inn (Apr 26-28)
- BBQ Battle of Texas
- Wimberley Arts Fest
- Pie Social
- EmilyAnn Theatre Butterfly Festival
- Wimberley Market Days
- Wimberley Wine Walk
- The EmilyAnn Theatre Season
May
Get a taste of the wild side of Texas Hill Country at the Memorial Weekend Rodeo! You can also make the most of our beautiful spring weather during the Wimberley Garden Club Tour.Â
- Mother’s Day Pampering Blair House Inn Spa Special
- Heart Healthy / Gluten Free Cooking School at Blair House Inn (May 3-5)
- Italian Cuisine Cooking School at Blair House Inn (May 17-19)
- BBQ Camp Cooking School at Blair House Inn (May 30 – June 2)
- Wimberley Garden Club Tour
- Memorial Weekend Rodeo
- SARCE
- Wimberley Market Days
- The EmilyAnn Theatre Season
June
More BBQ and beautiful fields of lavender provide plenty of fantastic (and flavorful) entertainment during the first month of summer in Texas Hill Country.Â
July
Nothing celebrates America’s birthday month in the Lonestar State more than a big parade, a rodeo, and an ice cream festival! This is a great time to experience all that Texas Hill Country has to offer.
August
August features a lighter sprinkling of events throughout the month. The Peddler Show offers visitors an excellent opportunity to shop for locally made products, and the Gillespie County Fair is full of fun for everyone!
September
In case you didn’t notice, we know a thing or two about rodeos and BBQ in Texas Hill Country. Continue to celebrate these Lonestar State staples in the beautiful month of September (and add in a craft brew festival).
- Fall…into Your Feet Blair House Inn Spa Special
- Classic French Cooking School at Blair House Inn (Sept 13-15)
- Spanish Cuisine Cooking School at Blair House Inn (Sept 27-29)
- Gunner Thames Memorial Rodeo
- Lockhart Western Swing & BBQ Festival
- Texas Craft Brewers Festival
- Wimberley Market Days
- Wings Over Wimberley
- The EmilyAnn Theatre Season
October
October is full of incredible Texas Hill Country events ranging from margarita festivals to Formula 1 Racing. Most of these festivities take place in Austin, which is about a 45-minute drive north of Wimberley.
- Head to Toe Nourishing Harvest Blair House Inn Spa Special
- Oktoberfest German Cuisine Cooking School at Blair House Inn (Oct 12-14)
- Taste of Wimberley
- Last Meal of the Titanic (French Flavors) Cooking School at Blair House Inn (Oct 26-28)
- Austin Margarita Festival
- Gruene Music and Wine Festival
- Formula 1 Racing
- Austin City Limits
- WurstfestÂ
- Austin Film Festival
- Wimberley Market Days
- The EmilyAnn Theatre Season
November
Kick off the holiday season in Texas Hill Country with Wimberley Wonderland! Adults and kids can enjoy several days of fun events in November, including a cookoff and a Bloody Mary Festival. What’s not to love?
- Give Thanks for your Health Blair House Inn Spa Special
- Hill Country Holiday Feast & Baking Cooking School at Blair House Inn (Nov 9-11)
- Country French Cooking School at Blair House Inn (Nov 16-18)
- Wimberley Wonderland
- Paella Lovers United Annual Paella Cookoff
- The Bloody Mary Festival
- Wimberley Market Days
- The EmilyAnn Theatre Season
December
December is full of holiday festivities in Texas Hill Country. Several stunning Christmas light displays provide plenty of excitement in the buildup to this fun and cheery holiday season!
Discover the Blair House Inn
Now that you know when the top Texas Hill Country events take place throughout the year, you can book your stay at the Blair House Inn. Our Wimberley lodging options provide you with a comfortable and relaxing stay that is second to none in the area. In addition to our delicious breakfasts, you can enjoy tons of on-site amenities, including a pool, spa specials, an art gallery, and more!
Start planning your Texas Hill Country retreat today by booking one of our accommodations! We look forward to welcoming you to our Inn.
