Grab your best costume and get ready to celebrate! If you’re looking for things to do to celebrate Halloween, we’ve rounded up a list of fun Halloween events taking place around San Marcos near the TRACE community. Let us know how you plan to celebrate Halloween over on our Facebook and Instagram pages! Downtown Trick…
It’s already time for the 3rd Annual SMTX Mermaid Splash that celebrates all things San Marcos with a focus on stewardship, preservation, local, arts, sustainability, and heritage. (Notice the words spell out SPLASH?) This is quickly becoming one of the more popular San Marcos Events. This year the event runs from Sept. 8 through 22.…
Come August 27, many parents with kids in San Marcos CISD will be jumping for joy while the kids drag their feet as they go back to school. No matter how excited some may be about the school year, it’s a struggle to prepare for a change and say goodbye to summer days. However, it…
Located 16 miles from San Marcos in Hays County, Texas, Wimberley dwells between Austin and San Antonio. Cypress Creek and Blanco River connect in this city, rendering Wimberley a delightful destination—especially in the summer. Country music and Honky Tonk fans will be in heaven. Within 50 miles of Wimberley are 11 of the best dance…
Looking for a Hill Country getaway that takes you west? You’re in luck as there’s a place that even has its own song sung by Waylon Jennings and Willie Nelson. “Let’s go to Luckenbach, Texas” from San Marcos and you’ll get there within an hour or so. Luckenbach, Texas is a must-visit for anyone who…
Austin’s boom has led to a few big-city challenges compelling people to look further south for a smaller and more affordable city. One of those cities is San Marcos. Thrillist’s “The Coolest Small Town in Texas Is Building a Better Austin” raves about this city just 30 miles south of Austin. San Marcos offers everything…
Few cities can boast of the shopping possibilities found in San Marcos. Texans come from all over the Lone Star State just to make a weekend of shopping at San Marcos Outlet Malls. You can uncover every kind of shop between the outlets and Downtown Square. Plus, there are a few more great places just…
One of the best parts about living in San Marcos is the unique culture of our city. Cinco de Mayo in San Marcos isn’t your typical celebration since the city is home to a vibrant festival that has lasted for decades. Today in the TRACE blog, we’re showcasing the fun (and postponed) Viva! Cinco de…
This is Texas. It’s the first day of June and we’re already nearing those triple digit summer temperatures! That’s why it’s important to start your summer home maintenance early. It can cut your chances of running into potentially expensive problems and repairs. No one wants the AC to break on a 95-degree day. Parents take…
People who love the outdoors will find a plethora of outdoor activities in San Marcos. The nice thing about the Texas Hill Country climate is that it lets you enjoy the outdoors year-round. From swimming in the San Marcos River to trails for bikes and runners, you’ll find no shortage of outdoor adventures. Here are…