Tuesday, April 15, 2014

Notable Events In Fredericksburg, Texas

By Pammy McGrath


There are many reasons to consider a move to the picturesque hamlet that is Fredericksburg, Texas. Surrounded by the beauty of Texas Hill Country, this town of about 9,000 residents offers a small town ambiance with close access to San Antonio and Austin. Throughout the year, the city and surrounding towns offer an abundance of events and activities for residents and visitors to enjoy.

Fredericksburg was founded by German immigrants in 1846 and one of the highlight's of any trip to Fredericksburg is a visit to the downtown area that has been listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The town square, sometimes known by the German word Markplatz, is a center for many local activities, such as the weekly farmer's markets that occur from May until August. The vendors include nearby wineries, lavender farmers, stands from local restaurants, produce stands and much more.

Within the downtown area, there are nearly one dozen art galleries, which team up together to host the First Friday Art Walks. You can enjoy browsing through the galleries, and many of the galleries provide samples of wines grown at nearby wineries. The galleries are all within easy walking distance of each other and many are clustered on Main Street.

The people of Fredericksburg are proud of their German traditions, so it's little wonder that the town hosts a large annual Oktoberfest. You can sample a huge variety of beers, including domestic and German brews, as well as some delicious local beers. Live music, children's activities and plenty of arts and crafts booths are set up in the downtown area, and there is a fun, festive chicken dance that stretches from the town square along Main Street.

If you are a family with young children, there are plenty of seasonal and holiday events for the kids. Children can enjoy an Easter egg hunt at the Pioneer Museum, a Fourth of July Parade and fireworks or the annual Christmas tree lighting in December. The latter is a German-themed holiday celebration that includes caroling, a German brass band and the lighting of a beautiful 26-foot-high German Christmas Pyramid.

If Fredericksburg sounds like the place for you, begin your new home search by calling Nixon Real Estate. Their team has been helping clients sell and buy homes in Texas Hill Country and San Antonio for more than 35 years. Fredericksburg homes for sale, Kerrville real estate and homes throughout Texas Hill Country can be found to suit any client's tastes, budgets and needs.




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