The Porch hosts Wax Wednesday with Ben Slade every Wednesday, featuring a weekly residency that brings together vinyl, live drumming, DJ sets, live mixing, and special guests. The event runs from 10 pm to 2 am, offering a late-night music experience for guests 18 and older. Admission is $10 for guests ages 18 to 20 ... Read more
Young children can explore creativity, storytelling, and technology at Kids + Robots, a free robotics workshop for ages 3–5 hosted by Families Learning Together (FLT). The workshop takes place from 10 a.m. to noon on November 4 and 18 and December 9 at the San Marcos Public Library. Children will learn to play with KIBO ... Read more
Entrepreneurs and small business owners can learn practical strategies for protecting their businesses at BOOST: Managing Risks and Staying in Business on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, from 10:30 to 11:30 ... Read more
Build confidence in your artistic abilities with Basic Drawing to Begin Your Sketch Practice, a free weekly class for adults ages 18 and up. Held every Wednesday from 10:30 a.m. ... Read more
Learn how to recognize an opioid overdose and respond in an emergency at a free Narcan Training session on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, from noon to 1 p.m. at the San Marcos Public Library. Participants will learn to identify the signs of an opioid overdose, demonstrate how to administer naloxone, a medication that can reverse ... Read more
Mystery lovers can enjoy an afternoon of suspense, discussion, and literary discovery at the Mystery Book Club, meeting from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at the San Marcos Public Library. This ... Read more
Explore timely questions and thought-provoking ideas through Philosophy Dialogues, a free community conversation series hosted by the Texas State University Department of Philosophy. Open to all ages, these discussions offer ... Read more
Adults ages 18 and up can explore their creativity and practice their drawing skills at the free Drawing Group, held every Wednesday from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the San ... Read more
Families can enjoy an evening of games and community at Family Queer Game Night, held every Wednesday from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the San Marcos Public Library. This free gathering welcomes LGBTQIA+ families and everyone who supports and loves them. Participants can bring a favorite board game, trading card game, or tabletop game, or ... Read more
Chess players of all ages and skill levels can enjoy an evening of friendly games at Chess Night, a free weekly gathering presented by the SMTX Chess Club. Whether participants are new to the game or experienced players looking for a match, the event offers a welcoming opportunity to play chess and connect with others ... Read more