Tucked away in the beautiful Texas Hill Country, Boerne is an idyllic holiday escape. With its charming Main Street and vibrant festive atmosphere, Boerne combines small-town allure with holiday excitement. This season, step into a wonderland of lights, music, and celebrations that will make your holidays truly special.

Dickens on Main & Hill Country Mile Festivities

Celebrate the season with Boerne’s delightful holiday activities. Wander down the historic Hill Country Mile, aglow with holiday lights, and enjoy several weekends of festive ambiance. Thanksgiving weekend kicks off with Dickens on Main, featuring live entertainment, food, and shopping. The first weekend of December brings “Weihnacht’s Weekend,” highlighted by the annual Weihnacht’s Parade and Stocking Stroll. The merriment continues the following weekend with Toast of Olde Town, perfect for a holiday date night with wassail tastings, and rounding out the celebrations, Kinder Fest, offers family fun with the Cookie Crawl the weekend just before Santa’s arrival. Boerne’s holiday calendar is packed with joy. 

Seasonal Sounds and Concerts

Christmas in Boerne wouldn’t be complete without music. The Cave Without a Name hosts the annual Sounds of the Season concert, featuring Tinsel, an a cappella quartet, performing holiday classics. This year, experience A Nordic Christmas with the Texas Cellos, celebrating St. Lucia’s Day with traditional Nordic melodies. The Winter Solstice concert in the cave is another must-see event.

The Boerne Concert Band’s Christmas performance showcases favorites and classics, bringing together musicians from across the Hill Country. The First Baptist Church hosts its annual Christmas Worship Concert, welcoming everyone to celebrate the spirit of the season.

Experience a Walk-Through Bethlehem, where the sights and sounds of the ancient city come to life, ending at a live nativity scene with joyous caroling.

Holiday Shopping Extravaganza

Find the perfect gifts this year for your loved ones in Boerne’s unique shops and boutiques along the Hill Country Mile. Enjoy special shopping events like Diva Night, Boerne Market Days, Christmas Market Days, Boerne Handmade Market, Oma’s Christmas Craft Fair, and Cowboy Christmas Market Days.

A Glow of Twinkling Lights

Boerne sparkles with holiday lights and decorations. The Hill Country Mile is adorned with garlands and twinkling lights, creating a festive backdrop. Enjoy immersive lighting displays at The Jones CHRISTmas Ranch, Christmas Lights at the Crumbling Castle, and the Old West Christmas Light Fest. Celebrate at Boerne Bright with First Baptist Church and join the menorah lighting and traditional refreshments at Main Plaza for Chanukah.

Plan Your Holiday Getaway to Boerne

Boerne invites you to create lasting holiday memories this season. Start planning your visit now at visitboerne.org to experience the warmth, charm, and festive spirit of this enchanting Texas Hill Country town. Boerne is ready to welcome you with open arms and a heart full of holiday cheer.