Children of Vintage Oaks had one more reason to be excited about Spring Break, as they ended the week in style with an Exotic Animal Discovery show at the Tuscan Clubhouse Pavilion. Mark with Happy Tails Entertainment was on hand with several animals, providing kids with a fun and educational opportunity during this special Vintage Oaks event. Animals included:
The Texas Hill Country really comes alive in fall, with beautiful sights to see, great places to go, and an array of activities to enjoy. If you’re looking to spend some time outdoors, you’re in luck. Here are all the fall events in the Hill Country that will be filling up your calendar over the next few months.
The stunning natural beauty, the great amenities, the thriving job market, the convenient location between Austin and San Antonio—there are a number of reasons people looking to buy land in the Hill Country or buy a home in the area are choosing New Braunfels. New Braunfels’ great schools are a huge draw for families, especially in the renowned Comal ISD. The district just announced they have record enrollment this year.
Hill Country live music, with concerts at Vintage Oaks are becoming a summer tradition, and popular Texas artists are playing the community’s Timber Ridge Park to an enthusiastic packed crowd. Exciting Texas singer-songwriter Bonnie Bishop will be playing on Thursday, September 15, from 6:30–8:30pm, bringing her sultry voice and country-soul style to the park. Click here for more information or to RSVP.
The New Braunfels real estate market has been on fire of late, one of the many reasons the city is No. 2 in the nation for growth. The strong market conditions have only continued to improve, with the latest numbers showing strength in all key areas.
New Braunfels isn’t just the second-fastest-growing city in the nation. It’s also become a top place to retire. There are a number of factors influencing retirement in this favorite Hill Country city.
When it comes to experiencing the best of what life on the Texas Wine Trail has to offer, it doesn’t get much better than an afternoon spent helping to make the wine—especially when it means kicking off your shoes and getting a little dirty. Those in the area have four days to revel in this favorite Hill Country tradition at the 14th annual Grape Stomp at Dry Comal Creek Vineyards on August 6–7 and August 13–14.
People wait all year long for the opportunity to enjoy one of the favorite Hill Country events of the year, Wein & Saengerfest in historic downtown New Braunfels, and this year’s event on Saturday, May 7 is going to be better than ever. The 13th Annual Wein & Saengerfest will feature wine and craft beer tasting, as well as “a host of entertainment and activities that include continuous live music, a grape stomp, artisan market, food seminars, a Chef's Showdown, and activities for the kids—culminating with a street dance at Main Plaza.”
Great acclaim and great popularity. That’s been the story of Austin and San Antonio for the last several years, as the two cities have appeared on numerous “Best of” lists, swelled in population, and enjoyed their positions as two of the fastest-growing cities in the nation. And they’re not done yet. Fortune just released its list of the Best Real Estate Markets for 2016, with Austin and San Antonio sitting at No. 3 and No. 5, respectively.
“Trulia Housing Economist Ralph McLaughlin cast a wider net when deciding at which home markets interested him most,” said Fortune. “He looked at five metrics: strong job growth over the past year, low vacancy rates, high affordability, more inbound home searches than outbound, and a large share of millennials.
Nothing beats the holidays in New Braunfels, and a season of special events takes a festive—and tasty—turn tonight. Head to downtown New Braunfels for the 23rd annual Wassailfest tonight, Thursday, Dec. 4, from 6 to 9pm, to enjoy food, fun, live music, great shopping opportunities, and numerous versions of Wassail, all within a historic environment decorated with a symphony of holiday lights.
