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New Braunfels
Friday, April 17th, 2026
Good morning, New Braunfels. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Family Promise is reviving its beloved bed races event next Saturday as local organizations, including businesses and churches, race homemade beds on wheels in New Braunfels. The event aims to celebrate community spirit and offer a fun local tradition. Herald-Zeitung
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Emily Briggs, a family physician and organized medicine advocate, was named to serve as Comal County Health Authority on April 7 — her expertise will guide the county's public health efforts. Herald-Zeitung
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Guadalupe Games
12-6 p.m. — Rio Guadalupe Resort — Entry fee applicable — Compete in a chip-timed fitness challenge amidst fun activities for the whole family.
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Dachshund Races
2-5 p.m. — Krause's Cafe — $7 entry — Cheer on adorable Dachshunds and enjoy family-friendly fun as medals are awarded to the fastest racers and best-dressed pups.
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Waylon Wyatt Live Concert
7-10:30 p.m. — Gruene Hall — $25 (+ $6.50 service fee) — Experience Waylon Wyatt's electrifying performance along with opener Angel White in a historic venue.
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Kat Hasty Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — Gruene Hall — $20 (+ $5.50 service fee) — Catch the captivating sounds of Kat Hasty after opener Libby Lane at this popular local venue.
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Carson Jeffrey Performance
8 p.m. — Gruene Hall — $20 (+ $5.50 service fee) — Enjoy a night of live music featuring Carson Jeffrey with Gunnar Latham as the opener.
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The Wallflowers Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Gruene Hall — $69.50 (+ $10 service fee) — Enjoy a night of live music featuring The Wallflowers and opener Aaron Lee Tasjan.
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The Band of Heathens Concert
7-11 p.m. — Gruene Hall — $30 (+ $6.50 service fee) — Experience an evening with The Band of Heathens during their Country Sides Tour.
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Band of Heathens Live Concert
8 p.m. — Gruene Hall — $30 (+ $6.50 service fee) — Enjoy an evening of live country music with the Band of Heathens.
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Marcus King Band Live Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Gruene Hall — General Admission $59.50 (+ $9.00 service fee) — Experience the electric sounds of Marcus King Band with an opener set by Chaparelle.
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Django Walker Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — Gruene Hall — $20 (+ $5.50 service fee) — Enjoy an evening with Django Walker, a talented musician with deep Texas roots.
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