Winter Holidays in The Texas Hill Country
The fun doesn't stop when the temperatures drop! Even when it's too cold to be in the water, you'll find plenty of fun for the entire family in The Texas Hill Country! Getaway for a night or a weekend, we have plenty of to-dos around The Getaway Ranch.
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Photos with Cowboy Kringle- Various dates in November and December
Gruene’s own brand of Santa will once again welcome kids, families and even the family pet! Appointments must be booked online. For details and to reserve an appointment, visit CowboyKringle.com.
Santa's Ranch- November 11, 2022- January 1, 2023
One of the greatest light displays in all of Texas. Bring your friends and family and enjoy one of the best holiday light exhibits in the state! You’ll take a drive through over a mile of winding country roads while taking in the beautiful lights, animated Christmas displays, and enjoying homemade hot cocoa, kettle corn, and snacks. Nothing puts you in the holiday spirit like a drive through Santa's Ranch! 1.5 million lights make up countless colorful displays of the North Pole, gingerbread houses, nativity scenes, and more. Visit SantasRanch.net for tickets and information.
Wassailfest- December 1, 2022
Held the first Thursday in December in picturesque and historic downtown New Braunfels since 1993, over 75 shops/restaurants/bakeries/non-profit groups compete for the best Wassail, a traditional hot spiced German cider. Patrons walk the streets decked out in holiday decor, listen to school and community choirs sing Christmas carols, visiting each Wassail Stop, where they taste and vote on the best recipe. All gather at the plaza bandstand to learn the winners.
Gruene Market Days- Christmas Edition- December 3-4, 2022
Gruene Market Days are the perfect place to finish your Christmas shopping! Browse unique handmade and local jewelry, gifts, home decor, and more from 100+ vendors. Parking, admission, and live entertainment is free. For more information go to Gruene Market Days website.
EmilyAnn's Trail of Lights December 3-4, 7-11, 14-23, 26, 2022
The trail runs most days in December and is a walking trail through approximately 8 acres of lighted exhibits. Most nights feature live entertainment on the stage next to our yule log where guests can enjoy complimentary marshmallows and hot chocolate. Santa Claus flies in most nights from the North Pole and will be in his house to greet everyone! There will also be several special event nights throughout the run of the trail. During our Annual Chocolate Night on December 10th, guests can purchase a ticket to taste samples of delectable chocolate from various vendors.
The EmilyAnn's Trail of Lights is free to attend; however, donations are graciously accepted at several donation stations at the entrance and throughout the grounds. Guests can also support the EmilyAnn by purchasing an array of fun light-up toys and yummy concessions. All proceeds from donation stations, concessions, stores, and special events benefit the EmilyAnn. Go to Home - EmilyAnn Theatre & Gardens - Wimberley, Texas for more information.
Christmas at the Caverns- various dates in December
Carols in the caverns,a stunning trail of lights, a 30-foot Christmas tree, campfire s'mores, and even ice skating are just a few of the festivities at Natural Bridge Caverns this Christmas season! Click here for hours, details, and tickets.
