The charming hill country town of Boerne, Texas is hosting an array of cheerful holiday events throughout December, bringing together the community and visitors to celebrate the season. Thanksgiving weekend kicked off the festivities with Dickens on Main transforming Boerne's Hill Country Mile into a winter wonderland, with the holiday spirit continuing each following weekend leading up to Christmas and New Year's Eve.
The Weihnacht's Weekend occurs on the first weekend in December, featuring Friday night's Wassail Walk and Caroling Contest where visitors can enjoy warm winter drinks from participating businesses and vote on their favorite Christmas carolers. The highlight is the Weihnacht Parade with 100 floats lighting up Boerne's Hill Country Mile at 6:00pm on December 6th. Visitors are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or tour downtown Main Street's numerous shops, restaurants, bakeries and breweries for treats and early gift shopping.
Kinder Fest Weekend from December 12-14 offers child-friendly activities including the Santa Scavenger Hunt, Ice Carving Show, Santa and Mrs. Claus Meet and Greet, and the Cowboy Christmas Market. For those seeking Christmas light displays, Boerne provides an online Christmas light guide to events including the Hill Country Mile, The Jones' CHRISTmas Ranch, and Boerne Bright. A complete list of holiday activities and events is available through Boerne's Online Events Calendar at https://www.visitboerne.org/events.
These holiday events represent important economic and community-building opportunities for Boerne, drawing visitors who support local businesses during a crucial tourism period. The festivities create lasting memories while showcasing the town's unique charm and hospitality. Visitors planning to attend are encouraged to book lodging soon as rooms sell out closer to the holidays, with travel information available through Visit Boerne's website at https://www.visitboerne.org. The holiday celebrations demonstrate how community events can strengthen local economies while preserving cultural traditions and creating shared experiences for residents and visitors alike.
