Holidays Events in Gruene
Old Gruene Market Days
November 16 & 17- Nearly 100 vendors offer uniquely crafted items, and packaged Texas foods. Market hours are 10am to 5pm. Free admission.
Photos with Cowboy Kringle
Weekends, Nov. 16 thru Dec 22 - Create a lasting Christmas memory with Cowboy Kringle, Gruene's own brand of Santa! Reserve a spot in advance for photo packages, Christmas cards and other special order items. Reserve your time slot before they fill up!
Gruene Ice Rink
November 23 thru January 5 - New this year! Measuring 100'x40', the rink offers access including skate rentals starting at $18. Hot cocoa, cookies, and Gruene merchandise will be available for purchase.
Annual Pony Express Ride
December 7, 10am - Gruene Historic District welcomes Pony Express riders from the Heritage Trail Ride Association of New Braunfels at 10:00 am. Relay riders carry a "Christmas Greetings" message from the Governor of Texas. A temporary post office will be set up next to Gruene Outfitters in Gruene to cancel stamps for mailing. Bring your Christmas cards to have the stamps cancelled with the commemorative stamp representing Gruene.
Christmas Market Days
December 7 & 8 - Get a start on your holiday shopping in Gruene's relaxed atmosphere— you're bound to find something special for everyone on your list. Nearly 100 vendors offer Christmas gifts, uniquely crafted items and packaged Texas foods. Free admission.
Gruene Town Lighting
December 7, 5pm - Watch as Cowboy Kringle rides into town on horseback and lights Gruene for the holidays. We'll be celebrating with live music, festival food and beer/wine available for purchase. While you're here, get some holiday shopping done at Gruene's 30+ stores, cozy up to a fireplace for dinner at the Gristmill, head over to Mozie's for a warming cocktail, or stop by the Hall for the evening show.