Step into Kerrville’s past with guided tours of the historic Schreiner Mansion, built in 1879 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Located in downtown Kerrville overlooking Peterson Plaza, the Mansion offers a close look at period architecture and the legacy of one of the city’s founding families. Tours are offered on Thursdays ... Read more
Pints, Pumpkins & Pies for Polio brings the community together for an evening of food, fundraising, and awareness in support of Rotary’s global effort to end polio. The event features a grilled chicken dinner, information about Rotary’s work to eradicate polio, and an opportunity to bid on homemade pies. Guests can also purchase raffle tickets ... Read more
The 32nd Annual Lone Star Fine Gourd Art and Craft Show returns to Kerrville October 23–25, bringing together artists, crafters, and visitors for a celebration of gourd art. The event ... Read more
Kerrville ISD second-grade students will spend the morning exploring environmental science at Riverside Nature Center on Friday, October 23, from 8 am to 12 pm. Sponsored by the Upper Guadalupe River Authority, this free educational program provides students with hands-on lessons focused on life cycles, adaptations, decomposers, and river communities. Students will rotate through four ... Read more
Riverside Church of Christ will host a kids’ Halloween party on Friday, October 23, from 5:30–8 pm. Children can wear their favorite costumes and enjoy an evening of seasonal fun featuring dinner, Halloween-themed activities and games, a kid-friendly movie, and plenty of treats. This family-friendly event offers an opportunity for children and families to celebrate ... Read more
The 16th Annual Pumpkin Run 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run takes place Saturday, October 24, at 8 am at the Kerrville Kroc Center. Participants can dress in spooky costumes ... Read more
Kroctober Fest takes place on Saturday, October 24, from 9 am to noon at the Kerrville Kroc Center. This free community event offers a chance for local residents and families ... Read more
Downtown Kerrville comes alive with art, music, heritage, and local culture during the Water Street Festival on Saturday, October 24, from 9 am to 3 pm. The festival features pop-up shops, live music, children's activities, and open-air food and drink tastings, offering visitors a chance to explore local businesses, enjoy entertainment, and experience the community's ... Read more
The 2026 Water Street Festival in downtown Kerrville will feature a special trick-or-treat experience for children, with participating vendors and downtown businesses handing out candy along Water Street. Families can pick up a free trick-or-treat bag at The Star, then look for “Trick or Treat Water Street” signs at participating booths and businesses to collect ... Read more
Young nature enthusiasts can explore the natural world through science and art during Riverside Rangers on Saturday, October 24, from 10 am to 12 pm. Designed for ages 9 to 12, this month’s session will feature the Hill Country Archaeological Association, giving junior naturalists an opportunity to dig deeper into the area’s archaeological and natural ... Read more