Another diverse week of offerings for Kerr County events, arts and culture

Kerr County’s calendar this week runs deep on live music and community outreach, with more than 60 listed events spanning eight categories — from qigong sessions to a rodeo. Here’s what stands out.

Monday, Aug. 17

The week opens light, with two outreach events and two wellness offerings anchoring the day. The Light on the Hill hosts the Mustard Seed Food Pantry from 9 to 10 a.m., and the Doyle Community Center holds a Community Open House at 2 p.m. featuring resources from Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid. On the wellness side, Rick Trzcinski’s Veterans Yoga Project session at the Kerrville Elks Lodge remains free for veterans every Monday at 3 p.m. Two winery events close out the evening, including Monday Mingle at Turtle Creek Vineyard with music from Matthew James Butler.

Tuesday, Aug. 18

A lighter day built around clubs, meetings and live music. Third Tuesday Art Talks at Hill Country Atelier brings TXHCA instructor Rebecca Burritt in at 4:30 p.m. to unpack what makes artwork feel timeless — open to artists and non-artists alike. Live music picks up in the evening with Heartbreak Outlaws at The Inn Pub and Jesse Owen Band at Gravity Check Saloon, both at 6 p.m., while Trivia Night at True Texas BBQ rounds out the night at 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Aug. 19

The busiest midweek day, spanning science, library programming, outreach and wine events. Riverside Nature Center runs both the Wildflower Bunch at 10 a.m. and an NEd Talk on the New World screwworm at 1 p.m. — timely given the pest’s spread concerns statewide. The Hill Country Veterans Center’s Veterans Food Bank offers food, haircuts and clothing from 1 to 4 p.m. for those with valid Texas ID and proof of military service. Peterson Health hosts a Cardiac Support Group at 4:30 p.m. On the food and wine side, La Calabria in Comfort runs a Summer on the Amalfi Coast dinner at 5 p.m., and Turtle Creek Olives and Vines offers a curated wine experience at 5:30 p.m., free for members and $20 for nonmembers.

Thursday, Aug. 20

Games and live music dominate. The Arcadia Live Theater’s Third Thirsty Thursday Trivia at 6:30 p.m. comes with free entry, prizes and Pint & Plow pizza plus two appetizers per team if ordered at RSVP — teams up to six. Peterson Health also runs a strength training session for older adults at the Dietert Center at 10 a.m., and the library brings in Alamo Workforce Solutions to connect young adults ages 16-24 with job resources at 3 p.m. Four separate live music acts play across town in the evening.

Friday, Aug. 21

The heaviest live-music night of the week, with 10 acts across town — from In Six Days at Pint & Plow to Vanishing Bees at Pier 27. The Brownstone Bandera Supper Club at Sovereignty Ranch offers a foodie option at 5 p.m., and Kerrville Comedy 2Nite closes the night at Lazy Days Canteen at Roddy Tree at 8 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 22

The biggest day on the calendar by volume, touching nearly every category. Two farmers markets — Hill Country Heritage and Heart of the Hills — run simultaneously from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., while Sovereignty Ranch stretches its End of Summer Celebration & Ice Cream Social across the full day, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. The Museum of Western Art opens its “The Enchanted West” exhibition with a reception from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Riverside Rangers gives junior naturalists ages 8-12 a hands-on science and art session from 10 a.m. to noon (registration required). The National Museum of the Pacific War runs an Outpost Series program on Soviet-Japan border battles from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Live music runs nine acts deep into the night, and Crider’s Rodeo and Dance caps the week with its cafe opening at 6:30 p.m., rodeo at 8 p.m. and dance following at 9 p.m.

Sunday, Aug. 23

A quieter close with four live music acts, led by the Junior Pruneda Open Jam Brunch at Lazy Days Canteen at Roddy Tree running 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

By the numbers: Live music leads the week with more than 20 individual acts across seven venues. Outreach and wellness programming — food pantries, veteran services, support groups — appear on four of the seven days. Saturday alone accounts for roughly a quarter of the week’s total listings.

Monday, August 17, 2026

Outreach groups

Mustard Seed Food Pantry — The Light on the Hill, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Information: lightonthehillkerrville.org

Community Open House — Doyle Community Center, 2 p.m. Information: facebook.com The details: With resources from Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid.

Wellness

Spring Forest Qigong — Riverside Nature Center, 9:30 a.m. Information: (830) 329-4505 The details: A simple practice of movement and meditation led by Nanette Newbern, certified practice group leader. Donations accepted for local nonprofits.

Veterans Yoga — Kerrville Elks Lodge, 3 p.m. Information: ricksyogatherapy.com The details: Join Rick Trzcinski of the Veterans Yoga Project every Monday for a session. The class is free for veterans.

Winery events

Monday Mingle — Turtle Creek Vineyard, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Information: facebook.com The details: With music by Matthew James Butler.

Chinese Dinner — Silver Creek Winery, Center Point, 6 p.m. Information: facebook.com 

Tuesday, August 18, 2026

For the kids

Toddler Time: Watermelon Picnic — The Ridge Marketplace, 10 a.m. Information: shopsattheridge.com

Community clubs & meetings

Kerrville Toastmasters — Security State Bank & Trust, 12 p.m. The details: Contact Kevin F. Clark at (512) 771-5845 for more information and online meeting link.

Third Tuesday Art Talks — Hill Country Atelier, 4:30 p.m. Information: hillcountryatelier.org The details: What makes certain artworks feel timeless or deeply moving? TXHCA Instructor Rebecca Burritt will explore the hidden design language found within the works of modern and Old Masters. Whether you’re an artist or simply someone who loves art, join us for an evening of thought-provoking conversation and fresh perspectives. For more info, click here.

Live music

Heartbreak Outlaws — The Inn Pub, 6 p.m. Information: facebook.com/innpub

Jesse Owen Band — Gravity Check Saloon, 6 p.m. Information: gravitychecksaloonandarena.com

Games

Trivia Night — True Texas BBQ (HEB), 6:30 p.m. Information: challengeentertainment.com

Wednesday, August 19, 2026

Science and nature

Wildflower Bunch — Riverside Nature Center, 10 a.m. Information: riversidenaturecenter.org The details: Join the group and learn about native wildflowers. 

NEd Talk: New World Screwworm — Riverside Nature Center, 1 p.m. Information: riversidenaturecenter.org

Games

Cornhole Games — Dietert Center, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Information: facebook.com

Library events

Friends of the Library Book Sale — Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Information: buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com

Movie Chat: The Unforgiven — Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, 3:30 p.m. Information: buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com

Outreach groups

Veterans Food Bank — Hill Country Veterans Center, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Information: facebook.com The details: Food items, haircuts, clothing available. Bring valid Texas ID and proof of military service. Visit Facebook or call the center at (830) 315-3100 for more details.

Cardiac Support Group — 551 Hill Country Dr, Classroom B, 4:30 p.m. Information: petersonhealth.com

Live music

Song Club with Susan Herndon — Central Provisions, 5:30 p.m. Information: facebook.com

Open Mic — Kerrville Favorite Saloon, 6 p.m. Information: facebook.com

Wine & food

Summer on the Amalfi Coast Dinner — La Calabria, Comfort, 5 p.m. Information: lacalabriapizza.com 

Downtown Educational: Curated Wine Experience — Turtle Creek Olives and Vines, 5:30 p.m. Information: turtlecreekvineyard.com The details: Free for members, $20 for nonmembers. For more info and tickets, click here.

Thursday, August 20, 2026

Science & nature

Sprouts — Riverside Nature Center, 10:30 a.m. Information: riversidenaturecenter.org The details: Explore the wonders of nature through story time with your preschooler.

Outreach groups

Peterson Health Presents: Strength Training for Older Adults — Dietert Center, 10 a.m. Information: petersonhealth.com

Library events

Alamo Workforce Solutions — Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, 3 p.m. Information: buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com The details: Alamo Workforce Solutions Youth Programs Supervisor Cristina Johnson will be at the library each month to connect young adults (16 to 24) with valuable workforce resources.

Crafts

Succulents & Sangria — The Ridge Marketplace, 6 p.m. Information: shopsattheridge.com

Live music

Country Nights Open Mic Night — Gravity Check Saloon, 6 p.m. Information: gravitychecksaloonandarena.com

Toby Lee Happy Hour — Kerrville Favorite Saloon, 6 p.m. Information: facebook.com

The Maplewood Brothers Duo — Howdy’s Bar & Chill, 7 p.m. Information: facebook.com

Games

Bingo — Blue Oak Trading Company, 6 p.m. Information: facebook.com

T4: Third Thirsty Thursday Trivia — The Arcadia Live Theater, 6:30 p.m. Information: thearcadialive.org The details: Free entry, prizes. Full bar open. Teams of up to 6 people. You can have Pint & Plow pizza plus two appetizers waiting for your team when you arrive. Place your order when you RSVP.

Monthly Trivia — Central Provisions, 7 p.m. Information: facebook.com

Friday, August 21, 2026

Wellness

Spring Forest Qigong — The Center for Fitness, 9:30 a.m. Information: (830) 329-4505 The details: A simple practice of movement and meditation led by Nanette Newbern, certified practice group leader. Donations accepted for local nonprofits.

Games

Cornhole Games — Dietert Center, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Information: facebook.com

Library events

Fiber Friday — Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, 10 a.m. Information: buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com

Foodie event

Brownstone Bandera Supper Club — Sovereignty Ranch, 5 p.m. Information: sovereigntyranch.com

Live music

Dave Kemp — Cafe at the Ridge, 5:30 p.m. Information: shopsattheridge.com

In Six Days — Pint & Plow Brewing Co, 6 p.m. Information: pintandplow.com

Friday Happy Hour Open Jam — Hotel Giles, Comfort, 6 p.m. Information: hotelgiles.com

Steve Garry — Truffles & Vines, 7 p.m. Information: facebook.com

Karaoke — Gravity Check Saloon, 7 p.m. Information: gravitychecksaloonandarena.com

Mick & The Maestros — Elm Waterhole Saloon at the YO Hotel, 7 p.m. Information: facebook.com

Vanishing Bees — Pier 27, 7 p.m. Information: facebook.com

Open Mic — Central Provisions, 7:30 p.m. Information: facebook.com

Performing arts

Kerrville Comedy 2Nite — Lazy Days Canteen at Roddy Tree, 8 p.m. Information: lazydaysandstarrynights.com

Saturday, August 22, 2026

Outdoor activities

Kerrville Walking Group — 7:30 a.m. Information: www.kerrville.xyz The details: Join the KWG on Saturday mornings for nature walks. Most routes are 2-4 miles. Visit website for exact meeting location and further details.

Markets and fairs

Hill Country Heritage Farmers Market — 301 Junction Hwy, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Information: facebook.com

Heart of the Hills Farmers Market — 741 Water St Parking Lot, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Information: facebook.com

End of Summer Celebration & Ice Cream Social — Sovereignty Ranch, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Information: sovereigntyranch.com

The arts and the crafts

Life Drawing — Hill Country Atelier, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Information: hillcountryatelier.org The details: Join Saturday mornings for Life Drawing with local artists. No instruction. Drop-in (no registration), $15 per session. For more info, click here.

Monstera Leaf Bowl Workshop — The Color of Clay, 12 p.m.  Information: thecolorofclay.com

Intro to Weaving  — The Rogue Skein, 12:30 p.m. Information: therogueskein.com The details: For more info, click here.

Granny Square Cluster Class  — The Rogue Skein, 2 p.m. Information: therogueskein.com The details: For more info, click here.

Opening Reception: The Enchanted West — Museum of Western Art, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Information: museumofwesternart.com

Science and nature

Riverside Rangers — Riverside Nature Center, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Information: riversidenaturecenter.org The details: Junior naturalists (ages 8-12) explore nature through science and art. For more info and to register, click here.

History events

Outpost Series: Soviet–Japan Border Battles — National Museum of the Pacific War, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Information: pacificwarmuseum.org 

Library events

Creative Writing with Kathleen Hudson — Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, 10:30 a.m. Information: buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com

Live music

Bill Stacy — Shopping with Siobhain, Comfort, 12 p.m. Information: facebook.com

Kevin McCormick — Turtle Creek Vineyard, 2:30 p.m. Information: facebook.com

Noah Kurtis — Singing Water Vineyards, 5 p.m. Information: singingwater.com

Modal Mojo.5 — Cafe at the Ridge, 5:30 p.m. Information: shopsattheridge.com

Meghan Marie— Trailhead Beer Garden, 5:45 p.m. Information: trailheadbeergarden.com

Karaoke — Gravity Check Saloon, 7 p.m. Information: gravitychecksaloonandarena.com

Checkmate Duo — Truffles & Vines, 7 p.m. Information: facebook.com

Three of a Kind — Central Provisions, 7 p.m. Information: facebook.com

Spanish Guitar Night: Ismael Muniz — Lazy Days Canteen at Roddy Tree, 8 p.m. Information: lazydaysandstarrynights.com

Carlos & Dan and The Silver Bullets — The Inn Pub, 8 p.m. Information: facebook.com/innpub

Movie night

Back to the Future— Trailhead Beer Garden, 8:15 p.m. Information: facebook.com

The rodeo

Crider’s Rodeo and Dance — Crider’s Rodeo and Dancehall, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Information: cridersrandd.com The details: Cafe opens at 6:30pm, rodeo starts at 8pm, The Tailgaters and dance starts at 9pm. Click here for ticket and table information. 

Sunday, August 23, 2026

Live music

Junior Pruneda Open Jam Brunch — Lazy Days Canteen at Roddy Tree, 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Information: lazydaysandstarrynights.com

Doc Williams & David Wayne — Gravity Check Saloon, 1 p.m. Information: gravitychecksaloonandarena.com

Susan Herndon — Turtle Creek Vineyard, 2:30 p.m. Information: facebook.com

The Limestoners — Tailchasers Patio + Pub, 3 p.m. Information: tailchaserstx.com