From ribbon cuttings to graduation, Kerr County’s week ahead is packed

A ribbon cutting in Hunt, Schreiner University’s commencement, a Gary P. Nunn benefit concert and a film about the Guadalupe River highlight a full week of community events across Kerr County.

Hunt Community Center marks new chapter

One of the week’s most anticipated moments comes Saturday morning in Hunt, where a ribbon cutting and open house at the new Hunt Community Center is scheduled for 10 a.m. at Preservation Park. The event marks a milestone for the small Hill Country community as it continues to rebuild and look ahead.

Schreiner graduates take the stage

Friday evening, Schreiner University will hold its 2026 commencement ceremony at 7 p.m. on campus, sending another class of Mountaineers into the world. The ceremony doubles as one of Kerrville’s signature annual civic moments.

Hope for the Guadalupe comes to The Arcadia

On Thursday at 7:30 p.m., The Arcadia Live hosts a screening of “Hope for the Guadalupe,” a Fin and Fur Films production directed by Ben Masters. The film chronicles loss, resilience and restoration along one of the Hill Country’s most beloved rivers — a story that resonates deeply in this community. Tickets and information are available at hopefortheguadalupe.org.

The river theme continues Sunday, when Texas music legend Gary P. Nunn headlines the Plant the Guadalupe Benefit Concert at Crider’s Rodeo and Dancehall beginning at noon. The event is organized by the San Antonio Bay Gateway, with details at sabgtx.org.

Police Week honored downtown

Tuesday at 10 a.m., the Kerrville Police Department will host a National Police Week Memorial Service at Guardian Plaza. The service is free and open to the public.

Music Garden opens at Riverside Nature Center

Also Tuesday, Riverside Nature Center will mark the opening of its new Music Garden with a ribbon cutting at 10 a.m. — a family-friendly addition to one of Kerrville’s most-used green spaces.

Mental health awareness takes center stage Thursday

The Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities center hosts its Mental Health Awareness Breakfast Thursday from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Doyle Community Center. Details are at doylecc.org.

Sense and Sensibility on stage

Jane Austen’s “Sense and Sensibility” runs at the VK Garage Theater Friday through Sunday, presented by the Cailloux Performing Arts organization. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2:30 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are available at caillouxperformingarts.com.

Lone Star Dance fills the Cailloux

The Lone Star Dance Recitals take over the Cailloux Theater all day Saturday, with performances at 10 a.m., noon, 2:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. Tickets are at caillouxperformingarts.com.

Business recovery resources available Wednesday

LiftFund hosts “The Business of Rebuilding” Wednesday at 2 p.m. at The Arcadia Live — a free event for business owners. RSVP information is available at eventbrite.com.

Live music spans the county

The weekend music calendar is deep. Saturday highlights include Luna y Sol at Pint and Plow Brewing Co. at 6 p.m., the Band 9-2-1 at The Arcadia Live at 8 p.m. and ZZ Nation at Gravity Check Saloon at 8 p.m. Sunday, the Junior Pruneda Jam Brunch runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Lazy Days Canteen at Roddy Tree.

SPARK! launches Saturday evening

The Kerr Arts and Cultural Center hosts the SPARK! Launch Party Saturday at 5:30 p.m. Details are available on Facebook.

Monday, May 11, 2026

Outreach groups

Mega Food Pantry — The Light on the Hill, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Information: lightonthehillkerrville.org

Science and nature

NEd Talk: Regenerative Agriculture with Roam Ranch — Riverside Nature Center, 1 p.m. Information: riversidenaturecenter.org The details: Free for members, $10 for nonmembers. To register, click here.

Wellness

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 event

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

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Library events

Lap Sit Story Time — Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, 10 a.m. Information: buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com The details: A story time program for ages 3 and under with songs, rhymes, and playtime.

Social Crafters — Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, 4 p.m. Information: buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com 

Outreach groups

Grief Support Group — Dietert Center, 10 a.m. Information: petersonhealth.com

Celebrations and observances

Music Garden Ribbon Cutting — Riverside Nature Center, 10 a.m. Information: riversidenaturecenter.org

National Police Week Memorial Service — Guardian Plaza, 10 a.m. Information: facebook.com/KerrvillePD

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.

Meet the Candidate: Gina Hinojosa — Patrick Heath LIbrary Amphitheater, Boerne, 5:30 p.m. Information: ci.boerne.tx.us/2295/Library The details: Free and open to the public. To RSVP, click here.

Hill Country Camera Club Meeting — Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 6:30 p.m. Information: hillcountrycameraclub.org The details: Howard Marshburn will present on the topic of photography after dark. Free and open to all levels of photographers. 

Live music

Heartbreak Outlaws — Gravity Check Saloon, 6 p.m. Information: gravitychecksaloonandarena.com

Games

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

Wednesday, May 13, 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. For more info and to register, click here.

Juniper Magic Workshop — The Charmadillo, 5:30 p.m. Information: thecharmadillo.com The details: With Lauren of White Deer Apothecary. For more info and tickets, click here.

Library events

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

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

Archeology Book Club — Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, 1:30 p.m. Information: buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com The details: The group will discuss “Secrets in the Dirt: Uncovering the Ancient People of Gault” by Mary S. Black.

Games

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

The Business of Rebuilding — The Arcadia Live, 2 p.m. Information: eventbrite.com The details: A free event hosted by LiftFund. For more info and to RSVP, click here.

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

Thursday, May 14, 2026

Outreach groups

MHDD Mental Health Awareness Breakfast — Doyle Community Center, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Information: doylecc.org

Stroke Support Group — Hospice & Home Care Building, 4:30 p.m. Information: petersonhealth.com

Library events

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

Readers Mix Book Club — Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, 12 p.m. Information: buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com The details: The group will discuss “What She Left Behind” by Ellen Marie Wiseman.

Science and 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.

Horticulture Series: Trees — Kerr County AgriLife Extension, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Information: agrilife.tamu.edu

TOWN Monthly Meeting — Riverside Nature Center, 6 p.m. Information: riversidenaturecenter.org The details: TOWN (Texas Outdoors Woman Network) has the goal of enabling outdoor-oriented women to meet and build friendships with women who have similar interests. For more info, click here.

Arts & crafts

Social Gathering — The Rogue Skein, 4 p.m. Information: therogueskein.com The details: For more info, click here.

Black Light Paint & Sip — Divines Sports Bar, 6 p.m. Information: facebook.com

Wine event

Circadia Wines Pop Up — 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.

Live music

Anthony Garcia — Bending Branch Winery, 5 p.m. Information: bendingbranchwinery.com The details: Music for Dr. Bob’s Birthday Happy Hour!

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

Pickers Circle — Tailchasers Patio + Pub, 6:30 p.m. Information: tailchaserstx.com

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

Games

Domino Night — Central Provisions, 6 p.m. Information: centralprovisions.com

Community meeting

Hill Country Wood Turners Meeting — Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 6:30 p.m. Information: hillcountryturners.org The public is invited. 

Film screening

Hope for the Guadalupe — The Arcadia Live, 7:30 p.m. Information: hopefortheguadalupe.org The details: A Fin and Fur Films production, directed by Ben Masters. A story of loss, resilience, and restoration. For more information, click here.

Friday, May 15, 2026

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

Tech Help Friday — Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, 3 p.m.  Information: buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com

Outreach groups

Free Pet Food Friday — KPA Safe House, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Information: info@kerrvillepetsalive.org 

Arts & crafts

Scribble to Structure — The Rogue Skein, 1 p.m. Information: therogueskein.com The details: For more info, click here.

Mystery Box Paint & Sip — The Color of Clay, 7 p.m.  Information: thecolorofclay.com

Live music

Trick Meyers — Turtle Creek Vineyard, 4:30 p.m. Information: facebook.com

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

QTips — Truffles & Vines, 7 p.m. Information: trufflesandvines.com

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

On Deck Happy Hour: Jillian Hudson — The Arcadia Live, 7 p.m. Information: thearcadialive.org

In Six Days — Elm Waterhole Saloon at the YO Hotel, 7 p.m. Information: yoranchhotel.com

Cactus Country — Howdy’s Bar & Chill, 7 p.m. Information: facebook.com

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

Commencement ceremony

SU Graduation 2026 — Schreiner University, 7 p.m. Information: schreiner.edu

Performing arts

Sense & Sensibility — VK Garage Theater, 7:30 p.m. Information: caillouxperformingarts.com The details: Based on the beloved classic by Jane Austen. For more info and to purchase tickets, click here.

Saturday, May 16, 2026

Outdoor activities

Kerrville Walking Group — 8 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 shows 

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

American Evolution Car Show — Louise Hays Park, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Information: facebook.com

Magic Show — The Ridge Marketplace, 10 a.m. Information: shopsattheridge.com

The arts

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.

Weaving Open House — The Rogue Skein, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Information: therogueskein.com The details: For more info, click here.

Art Class with Barbara Collins — Riverside Nature Center, 3:30 p.m. Information: riversidenaturecenter.org The details: Make a concertina watercolor book! To register, click here.

Celebrations
Hunt Community Center Open House and Ribbon Cutting — Preservation Park, 10 a.m. Information: facebook.com

SPARK! Launch Party — Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 5:30 p.m. Information: facebook.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.

Performing arts

Lone Star Dance Recitals — Cailloux Theater, 10 a.m. Information: caillouxperformingarts.com The details: Performances at 10 a.m., 12 p.m., 2:30 p.m., and 5:30 p.m. For tickets, click here.

Sense & Sensibility — VK Garage Theater, 7:30 p.m. Information: caillouxperformingarts.com The details: Based on the beloved classic by Jane Austen. For more info and to purchase tickets, click here. 

Library events

Adult Yoga with Humbling Bloom — Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Information: buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com

Adult Craft: Magnets/Keychains — Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, 2 p.m. Information: buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com The details: To register, click here.

Community meeting

Hill Country Archeological Association Meeting — Comfort Public Library, 1 p.m. Information: hcarcheology.org The details: With speaker Mary Jo Galindo will present on the TAS Field School Survey of Red Mountain and Long Mountain. Doors open at 12:30pm. Free and open to the public. 

Winery event

Tannat Vertical Tasting: Newsom Vineyards — Bending Branch Winery, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Information: bendingbranchwinery.com

Live music

James Buffaloe — Singing Water Vineyards, 1 p.m. Information: singingwater.com

Austin Atillo — Turtle Creek Vineyard, 2:30 p.m. Information: facebook.com

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

Brent Ryan — Cafe at the Ridge, 5:30 p.m. Information: shopsattheridge.com

Luna y Sol — Pint & Plow Brewing Co, 6 p.m. Information: pintandplow.com

Michael Barker — Trailhead Beer Garden, 7 p.m. Information: trailheadbeergarden.com

Johnny Adair — Howdy’s Bar & Chill, 7 p.m. Information: facebook.com

Lonesome Heroes — Central Provisions, 7 p.m. Information: facebook.com

Rex Allen McNeil Band — Elm Waterhole Saloon at the YO Hotel, 7 p.m. Information: yoranchhotel.com

The Limestoners — The Inn Pub, 8 p.m. Information: facebook.com/innpub

The Band 9-2-1 — The Arcadia Live, 8 p.m. Information: thearcadialive.org

ZZ Nation — Gravity Check Saloon, 8 p.m. Information: gravitychecksaloonandarena.com

Dirty Rotten Swing Band— Lazy Days Canteen at Roddy Tree, 8 p.m. Information: lazydaysandstarrynights.com

Sunday, May 17, 2026

Brunch event

Bark & Brunch — Cafe at the Ridge, 9 a.m. Information: shopsattheridge.com

Junior Pruneda Jam Brunch — Lazy Days Canteen at Roddy Tree, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Information: facebook.com

Fundraiser concert

Plant the Guadalupe Benefit Concert with Gary P. Nunn —  Crider’s Rodeo & Dancehall, 12 p.m. Information: sabgtx.org

Markets

Market Days at the Vineyard — Turtle Creek Vineyard, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Information: facebook.com The details: Wine, music, and handcrafted goods!

Live music

In Six Days — Turtle Creek Vineyard, 12 p.m. Information: facebook.com

Lee Beauchamp — Singing Water Vineyards, 1 p.m. Information: singingwater.com

Bob Stewart — Gravity Check Saloon, 1 p.m. Information: gravitychecksaloonandarena.com

Bill Mahko — Turtle Creek Vineyard, 3 p.m. Information: facebook.com

Chris Lirette  — Tailchasers Patio + Pub, 3 p.m. Information: tailchaserstx.com

Games

$100 Texas Hold ‘em Poker Tourney — Tailchasers Patio + Pub, 1 p.m. Information: tailchaserstx.com

Celebration

Let’s Go to the Lake — Guadalupe River Center site, 2 p.m. Information: facebook.com

Arts & crafts

Kerr County Love Project — The Color of Clay, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.  Information: thecolorofclay.com

Performing arts

Sense & Sensibility — VK Garage Theater, 2:30 p.m. Information: caillouxperformingarts.com The details: Based on the beloved classic by Jane Austen. For more info and to purchase tickets, click here. 

Wellness

Spring Sound Bath — The Charmadillo, 6 p.m. Information: thecharmadillo.com The details: For more info and tickets, click here.