"The Art of Fredericksburg: 175 Years" Exhibit at the National Museum of the Pacific War

Through September 19, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

830-997-8600 Ext. 262

The Art of Fredericksburg: 175 Years will feature more than 50 original pieces of artwork from well-known artists from the Fredericksburg area of the Texas Hill Country. The nearly 30 artists chosen for this exhibition span the 175 years from Fredericksburg’s founding to the present day. The exhibit is presented as part of Fredericksburg’s 175th Anniversary Celebration.

Annual Fall Gallery Art Showcase at Insight Gallery

Through September 24, Regular gallery hours

830-997-9920

Art & Vino at The Yellow Door Studio

Recurring weekly on Saturday through December 18, 5 p.m.-7 p.m.

830-456-1097

$45 per person.

Art & Vino is perfect for getting together with friends, date night or just exploring your creative side. You are welcome to bring a bottle of wine and snacks to enjoy while you are painting. Paint, canvas, brushes, aprons and a place to sit are provided, as is an experienced local artist who can lead you step-by-step through the process of recreating the featured artwork. Come create, relax, and enjoy! The weekly featured artwork can be viewed online.

The Great Outdoors Art Show at Fredericksburg Art Guild

Through September 26, Recurring weekly Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Noon-4 p.m.

830-997-4949

Art represented by Guild members focusing on the beautiful colors presented throughout the landscape in all parts of our world. Please note that the Art Guild will stay open until 5 pm on August 6 and September 3 for First Friday Art Walk.

Old County Jail Tours  at the Old County Jail of 1885 

Recurring monthly on the first Saturday through December 4, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

830-990-8441

$2 per person age 6 and up. Age 5 and under free.

Tour this two-story stone structure that served as the fourth jail for Gillespie County, organized in 1848. It was constructed by the firm of C. F. Priess and Bro. in 1885. The ground floor housed a holding area and living quarters for the jailer. The second floor had two steelclad cells located against the east wall and maximum security cells in the center and at the back. The building was used as a county jail facility until 1939. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1980. Credit card payments can be accepted online or at the Pioneer Museum or the Vereins Kirche. Cash payments accepted at the jail. 

11th Annual Harper BBQ Cook-Off  and Cornhole Tournament at Headwaters Pavilion

September 17-18

830.739.1328

11th Annual Harper BBQ Cook-Off benefiting Headwaters for Heroes 501(c)3

Registration begins Friday. Categories include brisket, chicken, ribs, youth ribs, chili and beans. $75 per meat or $150 for all three. $25 for each chili, beans and youth ribs. Cooks meeting Saturday at 8 a.m.

Contact Damon Clark 830.739.1328 or damonc@windstream.net

Sponsored by Headwaters Saloon.

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Headwaters for Heroes Cornhole Tournament on Friday, September17 at 5 p.m. $50 entry fee. 60/40 payout with added money. Pre-registration cash only. Cash bar open at 4 p.m. Call Headwaters at 830.864.4055

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Allen Wallace at Fredericksburg Trade Days

September 17, Noon

830-990-4900

$5 parking fee good all weekend

Annual Nimitz Symposium the National Museum of the Pacific War

September 17-18, virtual event Friday 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

830-997-8600 Ext. 225

$65 per person general admission

Join the Admiral Nimitz Foundation and the National Museum of the Pacific War for their 34th annual Symposium: A Catalyst for Change: Diversity in WWII. The symposium will explore diverse groups that played a role during the War in the Pacific and how they overcame adversity abroad and on the home front. We hope that you will join us virtually once again this year to experience the opportunity of sharing information, insights, and questions. Speakers currently scheduled include Alexandra Harris, Brian Masaru Hayashi, Craig Gymonds, Dr. Maggie Rivas-Rodriguez and Dr. Matthew Delmont. Please visit the website for additional information. Registration now open at https://whova.com/web/anfas_202109/  

Braedon Barnhill at Western Edge

September 17, 7 p.m.

830-992-3157

Dave Kemp at the Ridge Marketplace

September 17, 6 p.m.

830-896-0420

David Harris at Mac's Bar-B-Q

September 17, 6 p.m.

830-307-1005

David Harris at Silver Creek Beer Garden & Grille

September 17, Noon

830-990-4949

David Selbo at Augusta Vin

September 17, 3:30 p.m.

830-307-1007

Duke Davis & The Swang Dogs at The Club at Barons Creekside

September 17, 7 p.m.

830-992-3421

$9 per person

Fredericksburg Trade Days

September 17-19

210-846-4094

$5 parking fee good all weekend. 

Friday and Saturday 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Ghost Town at Pioneer

September 17, 8 p.m.

830-992-3733

Gineille Harvey & Mary Bayer at Altdorf Biergarten

September 17, 6 p.m.

830-997-7865

Jeff Wood at Lost Draw Cellars

September 17, 1 p.m.

830-992-3251

Josh Murley at Crossroads Saloon & Steakhouse

September 17, 8:30 p.m.

830-992-3288

$10 cover charge

Kim Carson Band at Luckenbach Texas

September 17, 7 p.m.

830-997-3224

Nick Zamora at Silver Creek Beer Garden & Grille

September 17, 6 p.m.

830-990-4949

Peter Tory at West End Pizza Company

September 17, 6 p.m.

830-990-8646

Stan Gillespie at The Officer's Club at the Hangar Hotel

September 17, 7 p.m.

830-997-9990

T&C Miller Trio at Luckenbach Texas

September 17, 1 p.m.

830-997-3224

The Powell Brothers at Hondo's on Main

September 17, 7 p.m.

830-997-1633

Thomas Michael Riley at Altstadt Brewery

September 17, 5 p.m.

830-304-2337

Wake Eastman at Altdorf Biergarten

September 17, Noon

830-997-7865

Woody Eastman at Texas Heritage Vineyard

September 17, 2:30 p.m.

830-992-3233

Wylie Wagoner at Hitchin Post Steakhouse of Fredericksburg

September 17, 7 p.m.

830-992-3777

Alex Thompson at Western Edge

September 18, 11:30 a.m.

830-992-3157

Ben Beckendorf Band at Luckenbach Texas

September 18, 1 p.m.

830-997-3224

Billie Jo at Hondo's on Main

September 18, 7 p.m.

830-997-1633

Brian Andrew Lee at Signor Vineyards

September 18, 1 p.m.

830-304-7446

David Villanueva at Augusta Vin

September 18, 2 p.m.

830-307-1007

Dan West Duo at Hitchin Post Steakhouse of Fredericksburg

September 18, 7 p.m.

830-992-3777

Der Klein Steins at Altstadt Brewery

September 18, Noon

830-304-2337

Don Faulkner at West End Pizza Company

September 18, 6 p.m.

830-990-8646

Drugstore Cowboys at Fredericksburg Trade Days

September 18, Noon

830-990-4900

$5 parking fee good all weekend

Duke Davis at Hilmy Cellars

September 18, 1 p.m.

830-644-2482​

Fallon Franklin at Fiesta Winery 290

September 18, 3 p.m.

830-997-4466

The Frumkins at Full Moon Inn

September 18, 7 p.m.

830-997-2205

Gillespie County Historic Country Schools Open House Month

September 18, 25, 26,  10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.