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Free Dance Lessons at Mercer Dance Hall
Dec 26 • 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
It’s your last chance to come out to Mercer Dance Hall for free dance lessons. The dance hall has been sold, and will be closing at the end of the year! Mercer Dance Hall • 23490 RR12 • Driftwood, TX, TX 78619
The Driftwood Axe House Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament
Dec 27 • 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Join in the bi-weekly Texas Hold’em Tournament. Winnings Split 50/30/20. Great specials on food and drinks! The Driftwood Axe House • 18992 FM150, Suite 201 • Driftwood, TX 78620 US
Family New Year’s Resolution Wall
Dec 27 • 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Kick off 2026 with intention, creativity, and a little bit of fun. Drop by the Dripping Springs Community Library anytime during open hours to take part in our Family New Year’s Resolution program. Families can work together to dream up goals, hopes, and “we-can-do-this!” resolutions for the year ahead. Supplies provided - colorful cards, markers, prompts, and inspiration. Then, add it to the Resolution Wall, a growing display of community goals and shared dreams. Perfect for all ages. Dripping Springs Community Library • 501 Sportsplex Dr •
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
Western Wonderland
Open daily until Jan 4 • 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
(Closed Christmas, and open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day)
This year’s event includes an array of festive activities for guests of all ages. At the heart of Western Wonderland is the giant ice-skating rink. Visitors will glide and twirl under the twinkling lights on the largest outdoor ice-skating rink in Central Texas. Guests can also shop in the Holiday Market, which will be set up rinkside, or wander through the free Trail of Lights. Visit https://www.drippingspringsranchpark.com/westernwonderland for more details. Dripping Springs Ranch Park • 1042 Event Center Dr. • Dripping Springs, TX 78620
Last Show at Mercer Dance Hall
Dec 31 • 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
The dance hall has been sold, and this will be the last show! Come out and listen to Bob Appel and celebrate the last hurrah. Cover is $10. Mercer Dance Hall • 23490 RR12 • Driftwood, TX, TX 78619
First Day Hike at Pedernales Falls State Park
Jan 1 • 8:30 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 3 p.m.
The state park has several different hikes happening on January 1. Choose one and start the year off right with your first day hike! In the morning, you can pick the Falls Loop, Madrone-Juniper Ridge Loop, or the Hackenburg Loop. Or join the First Day Fossils hike at 3 p.m. for a guided hike to hunt for prehistoric animals still embedded in the rocks of Pedernales Falls! You’ll learn about the geology of the park and what the park likely looked like millions of years ago. Plus, we’ll show you how to find the oldest fossils in the park. Pedernales Falls State Park • 2585 Park Road 6026 • Johnson City, TX 78636
Dripping Springs Farmers Market
Jan 3 • 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
The Dripping Springs Farmer’s Market is held on Wednesdays at Dripping Springs Ranch Park. Visitors can gather and shop for fresh agricultural and related products. Dripping Springs Ranch Park • 1042 Event Center Dr. • Dripping Springs, TX 78620
LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND EDUCATION
Dripping Springs Community Library
The Dripping Springs Community Library hosts multiple events every week. Events include Toddler Story Time, Homeschool Chess Club, Legos @ the Library, Mah-Jongg, Master Gardeners on the Porch, Yoga and more. For library events, visit dscl.org/event-calendar.
City of Dripping Springs Public Meetings
The City of Dripping Springs welcomes residents and others doing business with the city to attend any of the public meetings below. City Council meetings are traditionally held at City Hall Council Chambers, 511 W. Mercer St., Dripping Springs, TX 78620. See cityofdrippingsprings.com for streaming options and meeting agendas.
City Council & Board of Adjustment Meeting
Jan 6 • 6 p.m.
Historic Preservation Commission Special Meeting
Jan 8 • 4 p.m.
TIRZ No. 1 & No. 2 Board Regular Meeting
Jan 12 • 4 p.m.
Founders Day Committee Regular Meeting
Jan 12 • 6:30 p.m.
DSRP Board of Directors Regular Meeting
Jan 14 • 11 a.m.
Farmers Market Committee Regular Meeting
Jan 15 • 10 a.m.
Emergency Management Committee Regular Meeting
Jan 15 • 12 p.m.
Utility Commission Regular Meeting
Jan 15 • 4 p.m.
Hays County Commissioners Court Regular Meeting
Jan 6 • 9 a.m.
This is a regular meeting of the Hays County Commissioners Court, the governing body of the county. This group of elected officials and staff oversees the functions and budget for all county-related business. Hays County Historic Courthouse • 111 E. San Antonio St. • San Marcos, Texas. Streaming option available at hayscountytx.com.
Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting
Jan 26 • 6 p.m.
Live meeting of the DSISD Board of Trustees which sets policy, agenda and strategic planning for the Dripping Springs school district. Agendas and live streaming option available at dsisdtx.us. Live meeting at the Center for Learning & Leadership • 300 Sportsplex Dr. • Dripping Springs, TX 78620.
