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A Powerful Information Database & Gateway Service for the Texas Hill Country
ENTERTAINMENT VENUES
IN THE TEXAS HILL COUNTRY
IN THE TEXAS HILL COUNTRY
The Hill Country has a wide variety of entertainment venues (music, shows, bands, performances, theater, singers, musicians, etc.) with no particular concentration in any one town.
Be sure to check out the detailed profile page n this Portal site for each town to see their event calendar and more detail on some of these venues.
Most places have occasional entertainment, meaning not on a fixed schedule. Most venues are at restaurants. Starting times vary. Just a few have a cover charge.
Best to check their web site or call them to get the latest details on who is scheduled and their start time. Enjoy!
Please be sure to tell them you saw their information in the Portal.
Note: Many of the wineries are now having weekend entertainment. Check their listings in the town profile section (see index on home page).
And, we have separate entertainment-related topic pages on this Portal site dedicated to Hill Country:
Theater, Singers/Bands/Groups, Dance Halls, Entertainment, and Adventure Venues.
For directory listings by city or topic profile, click: Index of Cities & Focus Topics
We welcome submission of updates, additions, corrections & digital photos, without compensation.
| ENTERTAINMENT VENUES LISTED BY HILL COUNTRY CITY |
ALAMO SPRINGS CAFE: 830-990-8004; 107 Alamo Road, (Postal address: Fredericksburg). Located just S of Grapetown, at 107 Alamo Rd, next to the "Old Tunnel Wildlife Management Area" and Bat Tunnel on Old San Antonio Highway, SE of Fredericksburg. Texas Monthly Magazine "Best Burger Issue" designated famous burgers, plus beer, shaded porch & covered deck, live music Fri & Sat nights. Open 11a-9p daily, closed Tue. www.alamospringscafe.com.
ALBERT TEXAS ICE HOUSE: 830-644-2042; 5435 S. Ranch Road 1623, Stonewall, Texas 78671, but it is really in Albert TX. Good Songs, Cold Beer, Good Friends, and Tall Tales. An unusually beautiful setting with centuries old massive oak trees, great entertainment, for family fun and the coldest beer in Texas (they say). Popular motorcycle stop. Web:
www.alberttexas.com
11th STREET COWBOY BAR: 830-796-4849. 11th St, Bandera, TX. A unique cross between a neighborhood bar and the best country & western night club around. www.11thstreetcowboybar.com
ARKEY BLUES SILVER DOLLAR BAR: 308 Main St, Bandera, TX 78003, 830-796-8826. A famous Hill Country Honky-Tonk.
BANDERA SALOON: 402 Main Street, Bandera, TX. 830-796-3699.www.banderasaloon.com
BLUE GENE's COWBOY SPORTS BAR: 830-796-7144; 807 Main Street, Bandera, TX. www.bluegenesbandera.com. Weekend live entertainment.
BRICK's RIVER CAFE: 830-460-3200; 1205 Main, Bandera, TX 78006. On Medina River, Weekend breakfast buffet. Full menu, beer, wine. Behind the River Oaks Inn.
LONG HORN SALOON: 1307 Main Street, Bandera, TX. 830-796-3600. www.longhornsaloonbandera.com. Trail ride, chili and live music every Sun. Live country music every Fri.
MULBERRY'S WINE & CHEESE BAR: 830-796-9463; 823 Main Street, Bandera (Across from Wells Fargo), Open Thur-Sat 4P-12p. www.mulberryswinebar.com
OST RESTAURANT: 830-796-3836; 305 Main Street, Bandera, TX 78003. Breakfast anytime, daily buffet specializing in Mexican food and chicken fried steak. Salad bar. Gwen & Rick James, Owners
SILVER SAGE CORRAL: 830-796-4969; Activity Center, 803 Buck Creek Drive. www.silversagecorral.org. Grand Old Opry style entertainment. Refreshments and Door Prizes.
AUSTIN STEAM TRAIN ASSOCIATION TRAIN RIDES: 512-477-8468; www.AustinSteamTrain.org. Historic railroad operates vintage passenger cars pulled by A 1960 diesel Alco Engine while the 1916 steam engine is restored. Coach and Lounge car rides available on Sun. Originating in Cedar Park (except the Burtram Flyer), the excursion goes into the Hill Country, including a brief stop at Bertram (take the "BERTRAM FLYER" to explore the 1912 Train Depot) and to Burnet (take the "HILL COUNTRY FLYER" with a relaxed layover for a picnic or lunch at a restaurant of your choice). Special trips for major occasions (Valentine's, Mardi Gras, Bluebonnet, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Christmas and theme trips) with performances, mystery players, magic and fun activities on board. All seats are reserved and pre-assigned. Operates year-around. Times & locations vary so check schedule on web.
BLANCO RIVERSIDE BAR: 830-833-008; 18 Main Street, Blanco, TX 78606. Next to Blanco State Park. Adjacent to Cilantro's Restaurant. Family entertainment, Live entertainment and dance floor. Beautiful Blanco riverside scenery.
WB SALOON & CYCLES: 830-833-1200; 621 Chandler St, Blanco, TX 78606. Weekend entertainment. Biker bar motorcycle service shop and store, all in one. http://www.wbsaloonandcycles.com
AUSTIN STEAM TRAIN ASSOCIATION TRAIN RIDES: 512-477-8468; www.AustinSteamTrain.org. Historic railroad operates vintage passenger cars pulled by A 1960 diesel Alco Engine while the 1916 steam engine is restored. Coach and Lounge car rides available on Sun. Originating in Cedar Park (except the Burtram Flyer), the excursion goes into the Hill Country, including a brief stop at Bertram (take the "BERTRAM FLYER" to explore the 1912 Train Depot) and to Burnet (take the "HILL COUNTRY FLYER" with a relaxed layover for a picnic or lunch at a restaurant of your choice). Special trips for major occasions (Valentine's, Mardi Gras, Bluebonnet, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Christmas and theme trips) with performances, mystery players, magic and fun activities on board. All seats are reserved and pre-assigned. Operates year-around. Times & locations vary so check schedule on web.
TIN ROOF: 830-816-5011; 470 S. Main Street, Boerne, TX 78006. Live music, Dance last Saturday night each month. 10p-2a, free admission.
SCENIC LOOP CAFE: 210-687-1818; 25615 Boerne Stage Road (at Scenic Loop Road), Boerne, TX; Live music, menu food. Open Mon-Sat 11a, Sun 9a; www.scenicloopcafe.com/
HOUSE PASTURE CATTLE CO. RESTAURANT: 830-232-6580, River Road, Concan. Variety of entrees, specializing in prime mesquite grilled steaks. Events & parties held in 1800 sq ft. "Tack Room" accommodating 125 people seated banquet style. www.friocountry.com
CANYON GRILL ICE HOUSE: 512-858-7100; 3799 Hwy 290 West, Dripping Springs, TX. Outdoor covered patio, beer, entertainment, great food from menu. www.canyongrillicehouse.com
NUTTY BROWN CAFE: 512-301-4648. East of Dripping Springs, on US Hwy 290, south side. Full menu, great food, Sunday brunch 11a-2p, upscale bar (mixed drinks too!), draft beer, huge outdoor arena with tables and music venue. Popular motorcycle stop.
ANDY'S STEAK & SEAFOOD GRILLE: 830-997-3744; 413 S. Washington, Fredericksburg, TX
AUGUST E'S RESTAURANT: 830-997-1585; 6258 Hwy 290 East, 7 miles, Fredericksburg, TX
AUSLANDER RESTAURANT & BIERGARTEN: 830-997-7714; 323 East Main Street, Fredericksburg, TX www.theauslander.com
BELL MOUNTAIN TASTING ROOM: 830-997-9750; Hwy 290 East, 5 miles, Fredericksburg, TX
BONTERRA: 830-997-9742; 1440 Hwy 87 North, Fredericksburg, TX
BUC O'BRIAN'S: 830-990-1283; 304 North Llano, Fredericksburg, TX ww.myspace.com/bucobrians
BUFFALO GRILLE: 830-997-3700; 105 S Llano, Fredericksburg, TX. Live music on weekends
CHISHOLM TRAIL WINERY: 830-990-2675; Usener Road, Hwy 290 West nine miles, Fredericksburg, TX
CROSSROADS SALOON: 830-992-3288; 305 W Main Street, Fredericksburg, TX
FLAVORS OF FREDERICKSBURG: 830-997-5879; Hwy 16 South, 2 miles, Gillespie County Fairgrounds, Fredericksburg, TX
FREDERICKSBURG ATHLETIC CLUB: 830-990-0011; 1412A East Main Street, Fredericksburg, TX
FREDERICKSBURG EVENT CENTER 830-990-1010; 224 Tivydale Rd, FM 2093, Off Hwy 16 S, @ Oakwood RV. Live music, biergarten, dance hall & restaurant. www.myspace.com/fbgeventcenter
FREDERICKSBURG HERB FARM: 830-997-8615; 497 Whitney Street, Fredericksburg, TX
FREDERICKSBURG TRADE DAYS: 830-990-4900; 830-846-4094; 11382 E. US Hwy 290, POB 341, Stonewall, TX 78671. Rhonda Painter. Web: www.fbgtradedays.com. Email: fbg@moment.net; Weekend of 3rd Sat Every Month. Live entertainment
GILLESPIE COUNTY FAIR ASSOCIATION: Web: www.gillespiefair.com
HANGER HOTEL: 830-997-9990; 155 Airport Road, Fredericksburg, TX.
HONDO'S: 830-997-1633; 312 West Main Street, Fredericksburg, TX. www.hondosonmain.com
LINCOLN STREET: 830-997-8463; 111 South Lincoln Street, Fredericksburg
MR. GATTIS: 830-997-9797; 1408 East Main Street, Fredericksburg, TX
GRAPE CREEK CANTINA: 830-997-5649; 10303 E US Highway 290, Fredericksburg, TX; on far E side toward Stonewall
HANGAR HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER: 830-997-9990; 155 Airport Rd., Fredericksburg, TX 78624, www.hangarhotel.com, The Hangar Hotel was uniquely designed 50 room hotel with an exterior appearance of a WWII hangar of the romantic 1940s. The conference center and diner also reflect the style of the era and offer a great space for hosting events or simply for a weekend get-away. The conference center can seat 500 and features a customizable marquee. An additional space, The Pacific Showroom, can seat up to 250 and offers a south pacific theme complete with tiki bar and a large stage and dance floor. Small subset rooms are also available for smaller get-together's and meetings. See our facebook page www.facebook.com/hangarhotel for pictures of recent events.
NAVAJO GRILL: 830-990-8289; 803 East Main Street, Fredericksburg, TX
(The) PATIO SHOPPE: 830-990-2622; 614 West Main Street, Fredericksburg, TX
PRIMEAUX'S BAR: 830-997-3484; 215 West Main Street, Fredericksburg, TX
(The) RATHSKELLER: 830-990-5858; 260 East Main Street, Fredericksburg, TX
RED BARRON'S: 830-997-9936; 515 East Highway Street, Fredericksburg, TX
ROCKBOX THEATER: 830-997-7625; 109 N. Llano, Fredericksburg, TX. A professional variety live-music, Rock 'n' Roll show with 4 performances per week. www.rockboxtheater.com
SILVER CREEK BEER GARDEN & GRILLE: 830-990-4949; 310 East Main Street, Fredericksburg, TX; www.myspace.com/silvercreekbeergarden
STAGECOACH THEATER: 830-997-1777; 2254 Hwy 87 South, Fredericksburg, TX
TORRE DI PIETRA WINERY: 830-990-9755; 10915 Hwy 290 East, Fredericksburg, TX
VFW FRANTZEN AHRENS POST 7105: 830-997-5017; 710 S. Washington, Hwy 87 South, Fredericksburg, TX. Everybody welcome. BYOB
WEST END PIZZA COMPANY: 830-990-8646, 232 W. Main, Fredericksburg, TX
GRUENE HALL: The oldest dance hall in Texas. Live music every day, free Mon-Thurs nights and Sat-Sun afternoons. Cover charge on Fri & Sat nights. www.gruenehall.com
LONGHORN CAFE: 830-864-4328. 23624 Hwy 290, Harper, TX 78631. Breakfast, lunch, dinner. Great menu food. No Beer. BYOB. Open: Every day 7a-2p, Fri til 8p with band playing from 6-8p. Owners: Gene & Gloria.
DALLY'S DOWN UNDER: On US Hwy 290, north side, just E of the 290/281 intersection. Popular motorcycle stop.
HILLTOP CAFE: 830-997-8922; Hwy 87 N, 10 miles N, Fredericksburg, TX
FRIENDLY BAR BISTRO: 830-868-2182; 106 Nugent Ave, Johnson City TX, 78636. Located near the Courthouse Square, this lovely bistro features excellent wines, local micro-brewed draft beer from Blanco County's own Real Ale Brewing Company, plus Bistro Cuisine by Chef Ed Thompson. Dining available Fri & Sat, Live entertainment Friday-Sunday. Hill Country Pickers every Sun evening. Easy listening music and live entertainment in a truly relaxing fashion. www.FriendlyBarBistro.com
PECAN STREET BREWING: 830-868-2500; 106 E Pecan St, Johnson City, TX 78636. www.pecanstreetbrewing.com. Restaurant, brew pub, live weekend entertainment, social gathering place, across from the Courthouse.
SILVER K CAFE: 830-868-2911;
209 E Main in The Old Lumber Yard complex, Johnson City, TX 78636.
Fine dining in an atmosphere of Texas Hospitality! Texas Music. Catering. www.silverkcafe.com. Owner Kay Pratt. Sat night 9p live entertainment with $5 cover, Sun: noon-3, Tue open mic. Great food and spirits. Regular schedule of live entertainment on weekends. Thursday nights with Estrella menu and Sol Patch entertainment at 5p.
TRUE GRITS BAR AND GRILL: 512-267-4749; 18645 FM 1431, Jonestown, TX. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Live Music Fri-Sun evenings. www.truegritsgrill.com
KENDALIA HALLE: Kick up your heels at a 100 year old dance hall close to home! www.kendaliahalle.com. 830-833-4902. Voted best wood floor in Texas. Available for dances, wedding and other events. Located 7 miles west of Hwy 281 on 473 @ 3351.
BACK PORCH CANTINA @ CAFE RIVERSTONE: 830-895-9878; 1521 Junction Hwy, Kerrville, TX. Cafe Riverstone is a casual full service restaurant featuring contemporary ranch cuisine. Our large patio sits nestled on the banks of the Guadalupe River. www.backporchcantina.com; www.caferiverstone.com
CHILI RED'S: 830-792-6493; Located 4 miles north of I-10 on Hwy 783 (Harper Rd) at Tierra Linda Ranch. Open mic night every Wed night. www.chiliredsgrill.com
NELSON CITY DANCE HALL: 830-537-3835; Exit 533 Welfare road, then 1/2 mile off I-10. "Finest dance hall in the Hill Country".
JAVA PUMP: 830-895-PUMP; 1028 Water St, Kerrville, TX. Restaurant. Lunch served daily, live music Fri & Sat nights.
(THE) OASIS, LAKE TRAVIS: 512-266-2442; 6550 Comanche Trail off 620. Joe's Cantina Bar. Live entertainment Wed-Thur 6-9, Fri-Sun 7-10. www.oasis.austin.com
BUCKHORN BAR & GRILL: 830-232-4755, Leakey, TX 78873. House band and local talent. www.friobuckhornbar.com
LEON SPRINGS
LEON SPRINGS DANCEHALL: 210-698-7070. The Big Red Barn, located just off I-10 West in Kerrville. www.leonspringsdancehall.com
LONDON DANCE HALL: 325-475-2296; Hwy 377, London, TX. Dancing, good music and cold beverages. www.londondancehall.com
LUCKENBACH TEXAS: 830-997-3224; 1-888-311-8990; 412 Luckenbach Town Loop, Stonewall, TX 78624. The web site tells the history of Luckenbach along with events that are happening and their favorite pickers, including Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, and many more. "Everybody's somebody in Luckenbach". Historic General Store, Post Office, dance hall, outdoor music venue, food stands, camping areas. Meet the cool cat Miz Kitty, the "boss" of the General Store
Web: www.luckenbachtexas.com
WILLIE'S BBQ & STEAKHOUSE: 830-997-0444; co-located with Full Moon Inn above. Texas Style Smoked BBQ. Wine, beer. Live entertainment Fri nights. Dine-in, take-out, Catering, weddings, parties, meeting facilities. Outdoor patio dining. Thur 4-10p, Fri-Sun 11a-2p, Bar menu after 10:30. Owner: Willie Castleschouldt. williesbbqandsteakhouse.com; williesbbq@yahoo.com
LORRAINE'S: 830-798-9319; 909 3rd Street, Marble Falls, TX; www.liveatlorraines.com; Live music Thur-Sat. Night club.
O'NEIL'S SPORTS TAVERN and GRILL: 830-693-0418; 207 Main Street, Marble Falls, TX; Open 7 days a week; Live music.
RIVER CITY GRILL: 830-798-9909; 700 First Street, Marble Falls, TX; www.rivercitygrilletx.com; Acoustic night every Wed. Live music every Tue and Thurs and on the Deck every Sat night Mar-Oct.
OLD PEANUT MILL STEAKHOUSE: Just N of town, huge bar, full menu, draft beer, big outdoor area.
SISTERDALE DANCE HALL: Sisterdale Road, Sisterdale (Kendall County), TX 78006. www.sisterdaledancehall.net. The Portal editor understands this historic hall (circa 1890) is not open to the public on a regular basis but is used often for private functions and is available for event rentals.
SISTERDALE ROAD HOUSE: 830-324-6767; 1211 Sisterdale Road, Sisterdale, TX 78006. Popular motorcycling stop. Live entertainment with outdoor venue and fire pit. Saloon open 7 days/wk. www.sisterdaleroadhouse.com; info@sisterdaleroadhouse.com
RIPOSA'S BISTRO & WINE BAR: 830-228-4415; 8685 Hwy 281 N, Spring Branch, TX 78070. www.riposabistroandwinebar.com
SHADE TREE SALOON & GRILL: 830-885-5550; 13430 Hwy 281 North, Spring Branch, TX. Burgers, sandwiches & more. M-F daily specials. Popular motorcycle stop. Live Entertainment. Call for entertainment schedule or visit www.theshadetreesaloonandgrill.com
WILLIAM'S CREEK DEPOT: 830-562-3250; 11999 FM 470, Tarpley, TX 78883. www.williamscreekdepot.com
TWIN SISTERS DANCE HALL: Hwy 281, Twin Sisters, TX
WARING GENERAL STORE and DANCE HALL: 210-434-2331; 830-995-4377; 544 Waring-Welfare Rd, Hwy 1621, Waring, TX 78074, www.donstrange.com/locations_waring.htm, and www.steaknite.com. www.waringgeneralstore.com. Includes old-time general store (circa 1900) of German heritage. Full restaurant features famous Wednesday "Steaknite", see www.steaknite.com) with live entertainment. [Editor's food review: We sampled this storied place and were not disappointed. VERY casual, old-time setting, cheerful staff, good wine & beer selection, excellent steaks, and an enjoyable, relaxing, soft band. This is the real thing. 07-06-2011]. Adventure facility at the Don Strange Ranch in neighboring Welfare features Kayaking, climbing and zip line tours, disc golf.
NELSON CITY DANCE HALL: 830-537-3835; 825 Hwy 289 Boerne, TX 78006, just S of Welfare; www.nelsoncitydancehall.com
HARRY'S ON THE LOOP: 830-685-3553; 2732 RR 1323, Willow City, TX 78675. Located 13 mi N. of Fredericksburg TX. Famous BBQ, bottled & draft beer, classic biker stop. Owner: Harry Hickman. Newspaper Article with photos
KNOT IN THE LOOP SALOON: 830-685-3591; RR 1323, Willow City, TX 78675, near Hwy 16 intersection, located 13 mi N of Fredericksburg. Wellspring of stories & adventure. Kitchen food, beer, wine. Occasional entertainment. Open: Thu-Sat, noon-late. Gateway to Willow City. Owners: Wayne & Robin Nichols. knotintheloop@aol.com, www.willowcitytexas.com
CLIFFORD'S ORIGINAL WINE BAR: 512-847-9463; 16920 RR 12, Wimberley. Located 3 mi N of Wimberley Square. Owner Lisa Machac. Open Thu 4p-10p, Fri 4p-midnight, Sat 2p-midnight, Sun 2p-10p. Delicious antipasto, sandwiches homemade reads & desserts. www.cliffordsoriginalwinebar.com
CYPRESS CREEK CAFE: 320 Wimberley Square; 512-847-2515; On the Square, in downtown Wimberley. Established in 1981, serving healthy and scrumptious, home-cooked meals; breakfast, lunch & dinner. Also, over the last couple of decades, CCC has become the live music "hot spot" in the Wimberley valley area for listening and dancing.
INO'Z BREW AND CHEW: 512-847-6060; 14004 Ranch Road 12, Wimberley, On the Square. Casual dining on beautiful Cypress Creek. Lunch & dinner. Casual menu. Open every day 11a; 7 TV's, full bar, pet friendly. Live music Fri & Sat.
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