Last updated: November 11, 2024
Your go-to resource for holiday fun in New Braunfels is here! Explore our comprehensive guide for all the best events and activities. Whether you're a local or a visitor, our guide ensures you experience the holiday magic of New Braunfels.
Experience the festive spirit at Weihnachtsmarkt, where you can browse unique crafts and enjoy traditional foods in a charming atmosphere. The Ford Holiday River Parade and River Lighting Ceremony features dazzling lights and vibrant floats along the river, creating a picturesque holiday scene. And the enchanting drive-through experience at Santa's Ranch is something you definitely don't want to miss. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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New Braunfels Holiday Light Displays
Santa's Ranch
Santa's Ranch is a premier holiday light exhibition featuring over 2.5 million beautiful lights, animated Christmas displays, and homemade hot chocolate and kettle corn.
Hill Country Christmas Lights
Explore the Hill Country Christmas Lights at Natural Bridge Caverns, featuring a 1/3 mile trail of lights, live music, and festive activities like s'mores and ice skating.
Downtown Lighting & Santa's Arrival
Join us at Main Plaza in downtown New Braunfels for the annual Downtown Lighting & Santa's Arrival. Thousands of twinkling lights will illuminate the streets, and Santa will make his arrival on a fire truck. Enjoy holiday music, snacks, and hot chocolate while taking photos with Santa. Proceeds from photo sales benefit the New Braunfels Parks Foundation.
Ford Holiday River Parade and River Lighting Ceremony
The Ford Holiday River Parade and River Lighting Ceremony is a cherished San Antonio tradition featuring 27 beautifully illuminated floats, 5 entertainment floats, and over 100,000 holiday lights. The event includes a pre-parade show at the Arneson River Theatre and a televised river parade with Santa on the last float.
Zoo Lights - San Antonio Zoo
San Antonio Zoo transforms into a dazzling display of lights and music from November 16 to December 31, featuring various themed realms and activities for all ages.
New Braunfels Holiday Markets and Shopping
Weihnachtsmarkt
Weihnachtsmarkt is a German-style Christmas market in New Braunfels, offering authentic collectibles, unique decorations, and specialty items. The event features a variety of retail merchants and artisans, along with food and beverage vendors, seating areas, and a traditional Santa Claus.
Weihnachtsmarkt - Sophienburg Museum and Archives
The Weihnachtsmarkt at the New Braunfels Civic Convention Center offers an exclusive German-style Christmas shopping experience with authentic collectibles, unique decorations, and specialty items. It features a variety of retail merchants and artisans, along with food and beverage options, and is a significant fundraiser for the Sophienburg Museum and Archives.
Holiday Market - San Antonio Garden Center
The Holiday Market at the San Antonio Garden Center features a diverse selection of gifts, decorations, fashions, jewelry, and accessories from local vendors and member clubs. Enjoy a complimentary tasting buffet and participate in a silent auction benefiting the Scholarship Fund.
Holiday River Walk Artisan Show
The Holiday River Walk Artisan Show features over 40 handmade artisan booths showcasing pottery, textiles, jewelry, woodwork, paintings, and beadwork.
New Braunfels Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Pictures with Krause Klaus
Krause's Cafe & Biergarten hosts a variety of musical performances, including polka bands, country duos, and high-energy Beatles cover bands, creating a lively atmosphere with local craft brews and traditional German-American cuisine.
Dailey and Vincent Christmas
Dailey & Vincent Christmas features the Grammy-winning duo Jamie Dailey and Darrin Vincent performing a blend of traditional country, bluegrass, and gospel music. Their set includes original songs and holiday classics like "Rocking Around the Christmas Tree," "Mary Did You Know," and "Go Tell It on the Mountain."
The Texas Tenors - Deep in the Heart of Christmas
The Texas Tenors bring their heartwarming holiday concert, featuring seasonal favorites like "O Holy Night" and "You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'," with their unique blend of music and thrilling harmonies.
Aaron Watson - Christmas
Join Aaron Watson for a heartwarming Christmas concert featuring his unique blend of country and holiday classics, with special guest Hayden Baker.
Tuna Christmas
In "Tuna Christmas," two actors bring to life 24 hilarious characters in a holiday romp filled with merriment and Texas-sized cheer. Bertha Bumiller's family is in chaos as Christmas Phantom destroys the town's decorations, adding to the festive chaos.
Holiday in the Park - Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Fiesta Texas features over a million twinkling lights, live nativity shows, and seasonal entertainment, including Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol and Looney Tunes Christmas.
A Magical Cirque Christmas A Holiday Variety Show
A variety show filled with nostalgia, charm, and awe-inspiring performances by world-class entertainers, celebrating the holiday season with favorite holiday music.
The Nutcracker - Ballet San Antonio
Ballet San Antonio's The Nutcracker features stunning choreography, beautiful costumes, and captivating performances by a children's cast of over 100 San Antonio area children, live music by the CMI Orchestra, and San Antonio community heroes in the role of Mother Ginger.
New Braunfels Other Holiday Activities
Wassailfest
Wassailfest is a cherished tradition in New Braunfels, celebrating the holiday season with community gatherings and wassail tastings.
New Braunfels Gift Guide 2024
