Every month we scour the region looking for a broad selection of “must-do” activities. As the month goes along, we share more events in our private Facebook group.
Below you’ll find an overview of what’s on tap in the area for March—and don’t forget to subscribe to our free newsletter so you’ll get a link to the April 2018 calendar delivered via email.
Remember: Wise wildflowers always double-check location, date, time, and ticket information before traveling, especially over long distances or during inclement weather.
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Market & Trade Days
• Through March 6
Battle of the Alamo Commemoration
San Antonio
For thirteen days visitors can experience living history programming and special events related to the 1836 siege and Battle of the Alamo. Ticket prices vary. Website.
• March 2
Through March 4
Vintage Market Days
Comfort
Considered one of the great indoor/outdoor markets in the country, you’ll find vendors from across the United States selling art, antiques, vintage items, food, furnishings, and more. $10. Website.
• March 3
Texas Independence Day Celebration
San Saba
Tour the San Saba County Historical Museum, interact with actors in period dress, enjoy a campfire supper, and stick around for the fireworks over Mill Pond Park. Ticket prices vary. Website.
Vintage Flea
Comfort
Once again the cool folks at The 8th Street Market are hosting a special Saturday event, this time with a vintage flair. Look for local vendors, vintage and handmade goods, yoga classes, advice on “clean eating,” a garden workshop, goat milk goodies, and bee keeping information. For more information, call 830-201-0214 or visit the website.
• March 9
Through March 12
Llano Earth Art Fest (LEAF)
Llano
This remarkable annual event pairs the World Rock Stacking Championship with all the excitement of a small town fair. As an added bonus, you can learn how to balance your own rocks as part of the festivities. Fun for all ages and participants have the option to camp at the event. $10 (free for kids 15 and under with a parent). Website.
• March 10
Through March 17
Spring Break at the Pioneer Museum
Fredericksburg
Make the most of the break from school by exploring the region’s history and heritage in-depth. $5. Website.
• March 11
Art for Autism
San Antonio
March is Contemporary Art Month and the Alamo City’s Autism Treatment Center and Besarte Gallery are taming up for an exhibition and sale benefitting the center. Expect workshops, vendors, and more, too. Free. Facebook Event Page.
• March 29
Diva Night
Boerne
The shops and eateries along the famous “Hill Country Mile” stay open late for a proper “girl’s night out,” complete with a free tiara or boa available to early arrivals. Starts at 5:00 p.m. Free. Website.
• March 31
@Last Llano Art Studio Tour
Llano
The town’s galleries and artists welcome locals and visitors alike to this day-long annual event celebrating art and art-making. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Facebook Event Page.
Easter Egg Hunt
Fredericksburg
Pack up the littles (10 and under) and their baskets and make a beeline to the Pioneer Museum on Fredericksburg’s main drag for face painting, egg hunting, and an appearance by the Easter bunny himself. 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Free. Website.
281 Trade Days
Hamilton – Hico – Event
Take a road trip through the Hill Country and see the vendors and local businesses open to sell vintage goods, reclaimed home decor, and other cool finds. (Word is that organizers hope to make this event a monthly event. If that happens, we’ll add them to our trade days listings.) 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Free. Facebook Event Page.
March is Contemporary Arts Month in the Alamo City, with a number of events scheduled at venues across town. Meanwhile, The Witte opens an impressive exhibition, Confluence and Culture: 300 Years of San Antonio History, for the city’s tricentennial observance (March 3 through January 6, 2019).
At the Blanton in Austin, James Drake: Tongue Cut Sparrows opens in the museum’s film and video gallery (March 10 through May 20).
Performing Arts
Yes, it’s SXSW time again in Austin (March 9 through 18). We’re hoping you lucked into some great passes, but just in case you didn’t (or if the music festival is just not your vibe) we’ve got some other performing arts options—like the Second Annual South Texas Blues Festival at San Antonio’s Tobin Center (March 17).
Also in the Alamo City, movie fans will rejoice to learn that the San Antonio Symphony is presenting La La Land in concert at the Majestic Theatre (March 2 & 3). At the same venue a few days later, Pink Martini performs at a benefit for the San Antonio River Foundation and the Las Casas Foundation (March 7).
In the New Braunfels area, kick up your heels for Texas Independence Day with the legendary Joe Ely at The Brauntex (March 2).
At the area’s community theatres, Boerne Community Theatre will produce Donald Margulies’ adult drama, Time Stands Still (March 2 through 10) while Fredericksburg Theatre Company completes a run of The Addams Family: A New Musical Comedy (Through March 4).
When it comes to the dance hall scene, we’re liking the looks of Sunny Sweeney at Floore’s in Helotes (March 23), Max Stalling at Kendalia Halle (March 10), and Asleep at the Wheel at Gruene Hall (March 24).
Finally, as a friendly reminder, it’s time to purchase your Kerrville Folk Festival passes (May 24 through June 10).
