— Trick-or-treating is a Halloween ritual custom for children and adults in many countries. Children in costumes travel from house to house, asking for treats with the phrase "Trick or treat." The "treat" is usually some form of candy, although in some cultures money is used instead.

This beautiful celebration of life originated in central and southern Mexico and dates back 3,000 years to the time of the Aztecs. Those who celebrate it believe that at midnight on October 31, the souls of all deceased children come down from heaven and reunite with their families on November 1. The souls of deceased adults cvisit on November 2. The festivities continue in the cemetery, where families bring picnics, play music and sometimes even spend the night as a…

This series of short canoe races is held throughout the day. Bring the entire family and join us for a day of fun on the Guadalupe River! You might be asking, "What's with the name Kanu Rennen." It is the German translation for "canoe race." We thought it was an appropriate name since the race is held in New Braunfels which was heavily settled by the Germans. These races are designed for both the young and old, experienced and new…

The City of New Braunfels invites everyone to ring in the holiday season on Friday, November 20 with the arrival of Santa Claus beneath 100,000 twinkling lights in our historic downtown. The dazzling display of low-energy and sustainable LED lights stretches through downtown and will remain lit for the holiday season. The community is invited to join in the ceremony and countdown to the illumination, where Mayor Barron Casteel will “flip the switch” to officially light downtown. Santa will arrive…

This national holiday is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November. It originated as a harvest festival. Thanksgiving has been celebrated nationally on and off since 1789, with a proclamation by George Washington after a request by Congress.

Peek into someone else’s festive living room at the annual NBRW Christmas Tour of Homes from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This year will feature tours of six gorgeous New Braunfels area homes, as well as a refreshment stop and commemorative ornament.

What would the holidays be without Wassailfest? A New Braunfels tradition, this celebration of cinnamon-y goodness will feature music, shopping, twinkling holiday lights, and (of course) plenty of (free!) wassail.