The evening kayak tours of Spring Lake offer the community a chance to learn more about the local ecosystem in a low-impact way. (Courtesy Meadows Center for Water and the Environment)
May 13 | Adventure in Wonderland
Head to downtown Buda for a very important date, the Main Street Sip N Stroll, set to be “Alice in Wonderland”-themed. Wander through the downtown area and head into the locally owned shops for tastings of a variety of spirits. Shops will also have food samples from featured restaurants. There will also be live entertainment throughout the area, and a commemorative glass will be available for ticket holders. The event is only for those age 21 and up. 5:30 p.m. $35. Downtown Buda. 512-523-1075. www.downtownbuda.com
May 14, 20 | Take a tour of Spring Lake
Head to the Meadows Center for Water and the Environment at Texas State University for an evening kayak tour of Spring Lake. The tours offer the community a chance to learn more about the local ecosystem in a low-impact way. The hour long tour will provide a history of Spring Lake. 5 p.m. $30 (military or Texas State student), $40 (general admission). 201 San Marcos Springs Drive, San Marcos. 512-245-7540
May 21-22 | Crack some crawfish
Buda Crawfest is returning to the Buda Amphitheater & City Park for another round of family-friendly fun. The two-day event will offer crawfish and food from local vendors, boutiques, games and photos with Charlie the Crawfish. Los Texmaniacs will be headlining the festival with performances from Cedryl Ballou & The Zydeco Trendsetters, Chubby Knuckle Choir and more. 1 p.m. Free (age 12 and under), $10 (general admission per day), $100 (VIP per day). 204 San Antonio St., Buda. www.budacrawfest.com
May 27 | Enter the world of Jumanji
The Kyle Parks and Recreation will celebrate its 20th year of free movies in the park, which air once a month from April-August. Round up the family or some friends for a screening of the 1995 film “Jumanji.” Guests do not need to register ahead of time and are welcome to bring their own blankets or chairs, food and drinks. Movies begin at sundown. Free. Gregg-Clarke Park, 1231-1301 W. Center St., Kyle. 512-262-3939. www.cityofkyle.com/recreation/movies-park-12
May 28 | Take in the aviation
Texas-based singer-songwriter Cory Morrow will host a day packed with food, music and other spectacles at the San Marcos Regional Airport. The event called Go Wheels Up kicks off with the first annual Runway Run 5K. The day will also feature air and auto shows with performances from aerobatic pilots, skydivers, warbirds and a variety of exotic cars. An array of food trucks will be on-site along with live music. 7 a.m. Free (age 5 and under), $20 (kids VIP), $30 (general admission), $75 (VIP). 1807 Airport Drive, San Marcos. 833-246-9433. www.gowheelsup.live
May 28 | Support the puppies
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