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More Adventures Around Bandera!

Posted on November 7, 2017Author The Perennial Traveler1 Comment

Bandera may be the perfect place for horseback riding, but have you ever considered exploring the surrounding areas by bicycle? San Antonio BCycle is an easy, convenient way to rent a bicycle: grab a bike, pay with your credit card and drop it off at any docking station when you’re done! Another option, Hill Country Bicycle Works, offers bike rentals in both Kerrville and Fredericksburg.

Looking for more ideas around Bandera? Try visiting the Sauer-Beckmann Farmstead, a living history farm located at the Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site. In addition to the fishing, swimming, wildlife and other attractions of the park, the Farmstead is a true historic escape. It’s operated in the same manner it was in 1918. Costumed interpreters carry out the day-to-day activities of a turn-of-the-century Texas-German farm family. Some activities are seasonal (such as canning); others are performed daily, such as milking, gathering eggs and plowing the garden. Come for a tour and experience a piece of Texas history!

What are you favorite adventures around Bandera? Please share!

Bandera: New Hot Spots!

Posted on October 3, 2017Author The Perennial TravelerLeave a comment

View of the Medina River, from our Bandera resort

If you’re planning a trip to the Cowboy Capital of the World, here are a few new ideas to check out:

Toucan Jim’s (Center Point): This tropical oasis offers wonderful fish tacos and other island-fare in the middle of Texas!
Random (Bourne): Visit Random for the beer garden, 80+ craft beers and ciders on tap, live music and outdoor fun.
Wineries in the Hill Country: Travel the Texas Wine Trail! With 52 wineries to choose from, this is a wonderful way to experience the Hill Country.
Bandera Natural History Museum: Dinosaurs, Ice Age animals, local birds and butterflies and an international collection of art exhibits make this edition to the area a not-to-be-missed event for the whole family.

There’s always more to discover in Bandera! Happy trails!

Bandera in December

Posted on September 12, 2017Author The Perennial Traveler1 Comment

Wondering what events are happening in Bandera this December? Here are a few ideas for fun in the Texas hill country:

Cowboy Capital Christmas & Shoppers’ Jubilee (Bandera, December 1st): Enjoy caroling and a city-wide open house for shoppers from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Lighted Christmas Parade (Bandera, December 2nd): Silver bells… Bandera-style!
Christmas Lights on the River (Bandera, December 1-31st): Every evening from 6:00 to 9:00, enjoy over 100 lighted Christmas trees and merchant displays.
Weihnachts Parade (Boerne, December 2nd): Visit Boerne for a Lonestar Christmas parade.
Cowboy Capital Campfire (Bandera, December 3rd): Gather around a campfire overlooking the beautiful Medina River.
Cowboy Christmas Market (Boerne, December 17th): Finish your holiday shopping in this magical outdoor market.
48th Annual LBJ Christmas Tree Lighting (Fredericksburg, December 17th): Enjoy carolers, refreshments and a spectacular tree lighting ceremony.

It’s a wonderful time to start planning your holiday adventures in the Cowboy Capital! Where will your holiday plans take you this year?

Bandera in October & November

Posted on August 15, 2017Author The Perennial TravelerLeave a comment

Planning a trip this fall? There’s always fun to be had in the Texas Hill Country! Here are a few highlights:

Boerne Oktoberfest (October 1st): Celebrate Bavarian culture, food… and beer! Held at Boerne’s historical downtown and Olde Town Shopping Center.
Oktoberfest in Fredericksburg (October 6-8th): Held in downtown Fredericksburg, this event celebrates German heritage with music, food, drinks, artisans and more.
Texas Hill Country Musicfest (October 14th): Live music in the cowboy capital of the world!
8th Annual Knights of Columbus Bestfest (October 21st): This Fredericksburg fest offers craft beer, an all-you-can-eat speciality sausage meal, dancing and more.
Hunters Bar-B-Que Celebration (November 4th): This 54th annual musicfest includes a gun raffle, games, food vendors and more.
Bandera Honors Veterans (November 11th): A parade, music and, of course, more bar-b-que!
Lighting of the Christmas Tree and German Pyramid (November 24th): Fredericksburg is a wonderful place to celebrate the beginning of the holiday season. Come for the lighting of the tree and stick around to meet Santa!
Ford Holiday River Parade (November 24th): Come to San Antonio’s River Walk for this special event. Tickets are available here, or free seating is available on a first come basis (bring your own chairs!).
Dickens on Main (November 25-26th): One of the most-loved events of the season, the 17th Annual Dickens on Main is held in the historical downtown of Boerne. Two days of family fun include a tree lighting ceremony, horse-drawn carriage rides and a chance to start your holiday shopping in the local shops. Don’t miss the concert held Saturday night!

Looking for more ideas for what to do in the Texas Hill Country? Stop by the front desk during your stay — our friendly staff is a wealth of information and would love to help you make the most of this special area.