Good morning, New Braunfels.

At Fredericksburg Fields in New Braunfels, the second annual Kinetic Kids Hit-A-Thon fundraiser held last Friday night raised about $5,500 to support programs for special needs kids as spectators watched dingers, pop flies and home runs—delivering a lively evening for the community.

City manager Robert Camareno presented the $200.4 million budget for 2026 to the city council on Aug.

7 & if approved, the tax rate will remain at 40.89 cents.

Rattlesnake Milk Concert

9-10:30 p.m. — Gruene Hall — Tickets available — Experience the unique blend of country, punk, and surf from Texas's own Rattlesnake Milk.

GARY THE SHOWMAN Swing Dance Night

12:15 a.m. — Chesmar Homes Wasser Ranch — Check for entry fees — Dance the night away to the energetic swing tunes performed by Gary the Showman.

Soul Sessions

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Krause's Cafe — No cover charge — Experience the soulful sounds of Central Texas' top R&B, Soul, and Funk musicians.

Treaty Oak Revival Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Whitewater Amphitheater — $ — Experience the unique blend of Texas Red Dirt Country and Southern Rock with Treaty Oak Revival.

Trunk Monkeys Live Performance

3-6 p.m. — Krause's Cafe — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant live music experience featuring the eclectic sounds of Trunk Monkeys.

Canyon Freshman Football vs. Austin

5-7 p.m. — Canyon High School — Free entry — Catch the thrilling non-conference matchup of freshman football teams as Canyon hosts Austin.

James McMurtry Live Concert

8-11 p.m. — Gruene Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the powerful storytelling and electric performances of Americana icon James McMurtry.

Stories and Songs with Pug Johnson

7:30 p.m. — The Redbird Listening Room — $10 BYOB fee — Experience a night of storytelling and musical performances from Texas-based artist Pug Johnson.

Taylor Campbell Band

4-10 p.m. — The Redbird Listening Room — BYOB with a $10 fee — Enjoy an afternoon of heartfelt stories and songs with Taylor Campbell.

Karaoke Night at Krause's Cafe

6-9 p.m. — Krause's Cafe — Free entry — Sing your heart out in a family-friendly atmosphere with great food and cold drinks.