Martin Luther King Day lead the week’s busy agenda of events

Kerr County will honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. today with a special celebration at the Doyle Community Center, launching a week packed with cultural events, live music, and community gatherings.

The Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration begins at 11 a.m. at the Doyle Community Center and will feature a guest speaker reflecting on Dr. King’s life and legacy, followed by lunch. The event is free and open to all community members.

“All are welcome,” organizers said of the event, which continues a tradition of honoring the civil rights leader’s contributions to American society.

Renaissance Festival Returns

The Kerrville Renaissance Festival opens its 10th season this weekend at River Star Arts & Events Park, running Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The festival will proceed rain or shine, offering visitors a journey back to medieval times with period entertainment, crafts, and activities.

The festival coincides with the Kerrville Winter Market at Inn of the Hills, which also runs both weekend days from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Cultural Celebrations

Saturday evening brings Burns Night to Kerrville Favorite Saloon at 6 p.m., celebrating Scottish poet Robert Burns with traditional haggis, neeps, and tatties. The event will feature bagpipe performances and recitals of Burns’ famous works, giving attendees a chance to don their kilts and tartans.

Nature and Science Programs

Riverside Nature Center hosts several educational programs this week, including a free NEd Talk on Botany Primer Tuesday at 1 p.m., and the Wildflower Bunch gathering Wednesday at 10 a.m. Junior naturalists ages 8-12 can join Riverside Rangers Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon for nature exploration through science and art.

On Friday, certified Texas Master Naturalists will be available from 10 a.m. to noon for one-on-one consultations about environmental stewardship and conservation.

Live Music Scene

The week features an active music lineup across local venues. Highlights include Country Nights Open Mic at Gravity Check Saloon Thursday at 6 p.m., and a house concert with Mike Blakely Friday at 7:30 p.m., with a $20 requested donation benefiting the artist.

Saturday’s musical offerings include performances by Graham Scott Hempstead at Singing Water Vineyards, Kevin McCormick at Turtle Creek Vineyard, and the theatrical production “Leading Ladies of Broadway” at Cailloux Theater at 7:30 p.m.

Community Gatherings

The Kerrville Genealogical Society meets Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the GBNRC/UGRA Building, with guest speaker Courtney Carr presenting on Preserving WWII Genealogy. The free event is open to the public.

Book clubs meet throughout the week, including the Talking Texas Book Club Thursday at noon discussing “She Came to the Valley” by Cleo Dawson, and Cupid’s Round Table Book Club Saturday morning reviewing “Seven Year Slip” by Ashley Postin.

Markets and Vendors

Both the Hill Country Heritage Farmers Market and Heart of the Hills Farmers Market operate Saturday morning, running from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at their respective locations on Junction Highway and Water Street.

Veterans can join free yoga sessions every Monday at 3 p.m. at the Kerrville Elks Lodge with instructor Rick Trzcinski of the Veterans Yoga Project.

For complete event details and registration information, visit individual event websites or contact organizers directly.

Monday

Community meetings

Hill Country Retired School Employees Association Meeting & Bingo Bash — First Presbyterian Church, 10 a.m. Information: hillcountryrsea@gmail.com The details: Refreshments at 9:30 a.m. Bingo Bash starts at 10 a.m. There is no business meeting this month. Reminder to bring your collected books!

Celebration

Martin Luther King Jr Day Celebration — Doyle Community Center, 11 a.m. Information: facebook.com The details: A program honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a guest speaker and followed by lunch. All are welcome.

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 Butler.

Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Science and nature

NEd Talk: Botany Primer — Riverside Nature Center, 1 p.m. Information: riversidenaturecenter.org The details: For more info and to register, click here. This is a free program.

Live music

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

Wednesday, January 21, 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.

Games

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

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

Community meetings

Kerrville Genealogical Society Meeting — GBNRC/UGRA Building, 2 p.m. Information: kerrvillegensoc.org The details: Guest speaker Courtney Carr will present on the Preserving WWII Genealogy. Free and open to the public.

Outreach groups

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

Music

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

Winery events

Downtown Educational: Cellar Selections — Turtle Creek Olives and Vines, 5:30 p.m. Information: turtlecreekvineyard.com The details: A curated tasting built around wines we love to recommend. Free for members, non-members $20. For more info and tickets, click here.

Games

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

Thursday, January 22, 2026

Library events

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

Talking Texas Book Club — Kerr Regional History Center, 12 p.m. Information: buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com The details: The group will discuss “She Came to the Valley” by Cleo Dawson.

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.

Live music

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

The Maplewood Brothers — Howdy’s Bar & Chill, 6 p.m. Information: facebook.com

Games

Not Your Granny’s Bingo — The Arcadia Live, 7 p.m. Information: thearcadialive.org

Friday, January 23, 2026

Games

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

Science and nature

1 on 1 with a Naturalist — Riverside Nature Center, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Information: riversidenaturecenter.org The details: A Certified Texas Master Naturalist will be available to answer questions, discuss various topics, or listen to ideas about how to advance the stewardship and conservation of our environment.

Library events

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

Live music

Tim & Gary — Cafe at the Ridge, 6 p.m. Information: shopsattheridge.com

In Six Days — Truffles & Vines, 6 p.m. Information: facebook.com

Heartbreak Outlaws — Elm Waterhole Saloon at the YO Hotel, 7 p.m. Information: facebook.com

Open Mic with Daniel Robinson — Central Provisions, 7:30 p.m. Information: centralprovisions.com

House Concert: Mike Blakely — Kerrville, address provided upon reservation, 7:30 p.m. Information: par927@gmail.com The details: Requested donation $20 per person, all proceeds go to the artist. Doors open at 7pm. For more info and to RSVP, email par927@gmail.com. 

ZZ Tex — The Arcadia Live, 8 p.m. Information: facebook.com

James Keith & The Q-Tips — Lazy Days Canteen at Roddy Tree, 8 p.m. Information: lazydaysandstarrynights.com

Pass the mic

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

Saturday, January 24, 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

Kerrville Winter Market — Inn of the Hills, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Information: facebook.com

Festivals

Kerrville Renaissance Festival — River Star Arts & Events Park, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Information: kerrvillerenfest.com The details: The RenFest is back for its 10th season! Rain or shine! For more info and tickets, click here. 

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.

Library events

Cupid’s Round Table Book Club — Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, 10:30 a.m. Information: buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com The details: The group will discuss “Seven Year Slip” by Ashley Postin.

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

Stuffed Animal Sleepover — Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, 4 p.m. Information: buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com

Wellness

Sound Bath & Yoga — Tailchasers Patio + Pub, 10:45 a.m. Information: tailchaserstx.com

Arts & crafts

Heart Vase 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.

Raise a glass

Burns Night — Kerrville Favorite Saloon, 6 p.m. Information: facebook.com The details: A celebration in honor of the Scottish poet Robert Burns, to enjoy Scottish traditions and celebrate the renowned poet with a classic combination of haggis, neeps, tatties and sometimes a warming dram. The night is often accompanied by entertaining recitals of some of Robert Burns’ famous work. It’s a chance to wear your kilt and your tartan and join in the fun. We’ll have bagpipes and you can try some haggis and other Scottish delights!

Pass the mic

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

Live music

Scott Sean White — Tailchasers Patio + Pub, 12:30 p.m. Information: tailchaserstx.com

Graham Scott Hempstead — Singing Water Vineyards, 1 p.m. Information: singingwater.com

Kevin McCormick — Turtle Creek Vineyard, 3 p.m. Information: facebook.com

Kyle Lindley — Trailhead Beer Garden, 6 p.m. Information: trailheadbeergarden.com

Wheatlynn Michael — Cafe at the Ridge, 6 p.m. Information: shopsattheridge.com

Kiah Middleton — Central Provisions, 6 p.m. Information: centralprovisions.com

Heartbreak Outlaws — Elm Waterhole Saloon at the YO Hotel, 7 p.m. Information: facebook.com

Matt Daniel — Lazy Days Canteen at Roddy Tree, 8 p.m. Information: lazydaysandstarrynights.com

Performing arts

Leading Ladies of Broadway — Cailloux Theater, 7:30 p.m. Information: caillouxperformingarts.com

Sunday, January 25, 2026

Markets and festivals

Kerrville Winter Market — Inn of the Hills, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Information: facebook.com

Kerrville Renaissance Festival — River Star Arts & Events Park, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Information: kerrvillerenfest.com The details: The RenFest is back for its 10th season! Rain or shine! For more info and tickets, click here. 

Live music

Josh Peek — Gravity Check Saloon, 1 p.m. Information: gravitychecksaloonandarena.com

In Six Days — Tailchasers Patio + Pub, 3 p.m. Information: tailchaserstx.com

Red McAdam — Central Provisions, 6 p.m. Information: centralprovisions.com

Pet event

Dog & Puppy Adoptions — Tailchasers Patio + Pub, 3 p.m. Information: tailchaserstx.com

Foodie event

Monthly Potluck — Central Provisions, 6 p.m. Information: centralprovisions.com The details: Bring a favorite dish to share and meet some neighborhood folks.