The San Marcos Life

Punchlines at The Porch
2026-09-06 19:30 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | The Porch, 129 East Hopkins Street, San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
The Porch hosts Punchlines, a comedy event held on the first and third Sunday of each month and hosted by Pax Gilmore. Sign-ups begin at 7:45 pm, with the comedy showcase running from 8 pm to 10 pm. Admission is free.
Punchlines takes place at The Porch, 129 E. Hopkins St., Suites 110 and 120, San Marcos, TX 78666. For more information, call (512) 392-9825, email taproomsanmarcos@gmail.com, or visit the event website.

Middleton Brewing Open Mic Night at Middleton Brewing
2026-09-07 18:00 - 21:00 | Middleton Brewing, 101 Oakwood Loop, San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
Middleton Brewing hosts a weekly open mic night every Monday, giving local performers and musicians an opportunity to share their talents in a relaxed setting. The event begins at 6 pm and is free to attend.
Middleton Brewing Open Mic Night takes place at Middleton Brewing, 101 Oakwood Loop, San Marcos, TX 78666.

Tantra Open Mic at Tantra
2026-09-07 18:30 - 22:00 | Tantra, 217 W. Hopkins St., San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
Tantra hosts a weekly open mic night every Monday, hosted by EZ Maldonado and Sam Garcia. Sign-ups begin at 6 pm, with live music running from 6:30 pm to 10 pm.
Tantra Open Mic takes place at Tantra, 217 W. Hopkins St., San Marcos, TX 78666. For more information, visit the event website.

Kiki Karaoke Mondays at The Porch
2026-09-07 22:00 | The Porch, 129 East Hopkins Street, San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
The Porch hosts Kiki Karaoke every Monday, giving guests a chance to take the stage and sing their favorite songs. The weekly karaoke night runs from 10 pm to 2 am and is free to attend.
Kiki Karaoke Mondays takes place at The Porch, 129 East Hopkins Street, San Marcos, TX 78666. For more information, call (512) 392-9824 or email taproomsanmarcos@gmail.com.

San Marcos Latin Jam at The Porch
2026-09-08 18:00 - 21:00 | The Porch, 129 East Hopkins Street, San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
The Porch hosts San Marcos Latin Jam on the second Tuesday of each month, bringing musicians together for an evening of Latin music, collaboration, and community. Musicians are encouraged to bring their instruments and take part in the open jam.
The free event runs from 6 pm to 9 pm and is supported by the City of San Marcos Arts Commission. San Marcos Latin Jam takes place at The Porch, 129 E. Hopkins St., San Marcos, TX 78666. For more information, call (512) 557-6688 or email kboynt512@gmail.com.

THRC Run Club at Texas Health & Racquet Club
2026-09-08 18:30 - 19:30 | Texas Health & Racquet Club, 109 E. McCarty Ln., San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
THRC Run Club offers a weekly opportunity to get active, meet new people, and enjoy the San Marcos community. The 2.25-mile run begins at 6:30 pm every Tuesday and welcomes members and non-members of all paces. The run is free to attend and provides a relaxed setting for runners of different experience levels.
THRC Run Club meets at Texas Health & Racquet Club, 109 E. McCarty Ln., San Marcos, TX 78666. For more information, call (512) 353-0789 or email natalie@mythrc.com.

Trivia on Tap with Quiz Master Austin at The Taproom
2026-09-08 19:00 - 21:00 | The Taproom, 129 E. Hopkins St., Suites 110 and 120, San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
Test your general knowledge during Trivia on Tap with Quiz Master Austin every Tuesday at The Taproom. The weekly game runs from 7 pm to 9 pm and features rotating trivia questions hosted by local Quiz Master Austin. Taproom gift cards are awarded to the first-, second-, and third-place teams.
The trivia game is free to play and reserved for customers, with participants required to be 18 or older. Guests can also take advantage of rotating beer and cocktail specials, along with $1 wings from 5 pm to 10 pm.
Trivia on Tap takes place at The Taproom, 129 E. Hopkins St., Suites 110 and 120, San Marcos, TX 78666. For more information, call (512) 392-9824, email taproomsanmarcos@gmail.com, or visit the event website.

Laughing Dead Comedy Open Mic at Wake the Dead Coffee House
2026-09-08 19:00 - 22:00 | Wake the Dead Coffee House, 1432 Old Ranch Road 12, San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
Wake the Dead Coffee House hosts Laughing Dead Comedy Open Mic every Tuesday, featuring a weekly evening of live comedy and performances. The event takes place from 7 pm to 10 pm and is free to attend.
Laughing Dead Comedy Open Mic is held at Wake the Dead Coffee House, 1432 Old Ranch Road 12, San Marcos, TX 78666. For more information, call (512) 754-9253 or email wakethedeadbooking@gmail.com.

Kiki Karaoke at The Porch
2026-09-08 21:00 | The Porch, 129 East Hopkins Street, San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
The Porch hosts Kiki Karaoke every Tuesday, offering a lively evening of karaoke for music fans and aspiring performers. The weekly event runs from 9 pm to 2 am, with free admission.
Kiki Karaoke takes place at The Porch, 129 East Hopkins Street, San Marcos, TX 78666. For additional information, visit The Porch’s listing on Visit San Marcos.

Comedy Open Mic Night at Eden Nightclub and Cocktail Lounge
2026-09-08 21:00 - 23:30 | Eden Nightclub and Cocktail Lounge, 210 W. San Antonio St., Suite 206A-B, San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
Eden Nightclub and Cocktail Lounge hosts an open mic comedy night every Tuesday, giving comedians a chance to take the stage and entertain the crowd. The weekly event begins at 9 pm, with sign-up available through the Google Doc on the venue’s website.
Admission is free for guests 21 and older and $5 for those 18 and older. The event takes place at Eden Nightclub and Cocktail Lounge, 210 W. San Antonio St., Suite 206A-B, San Marcos, TX 78666. For sign-up information and additional details, visit the Eden Nightclub and Cocktail Lounge listing on Visit San Marcos.

Wax Wednesday with Ben Slade at The Porch
2026-09-09 10:00 | The Porch, 129 East Hopkins Street, San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
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 and free for guests 21 and older. Wax Wednesday takes place at The Porch, 129 E. Hopkins St., Suites 110 and 120, San Marcos, TX 78666. For more information, call (512) 392-9825 or email taproomsanmarcos@gmail.com.

Wingo Wango Bingo Bango at The Taproom
2026-09-09 19:00 - 21:00 | The Taproom, 129 E. Hopkins St., Suites 110 and 120, San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
The Taproom hosts Wingo Wango Bingo Bango every Wednesday, featuring a lively game of bingo hosted by Drew Sebesta with prizes from local businesses. The game runs from 7 pm to 9 pm and is free to play.
The game is reserved for patrons and is intended for guests ages 21 and older. The event includes adult-oriented humor and content. Guests can also enjoy $1 wings from 5 pm to 10 pm.
Wingo Wango Bingo Bango takes place at The Taproom, 129 E. Hopkins St., Suites 110 and 120, San Marcos, TX 78666. For more information, call (512) 392-9825 or email taproomsanmarcos@gmail.com.

Bluegrass Night at Tantra
2026-09-09 19:30 - 22:30 | Tantra, 217 W. Hopkins St., San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
Tantra hosts Bluegrass Night every Wednesday, featuring a rotating group of talented musicians from Central Texas. The weekly live music event runs from 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm, showcasing a variety of bluegrass performances in a relaxed setting.
Bluegrass Night takes place at Tantra, 217 W. Hopkins St., San Marcos, TX 78666. For more information, visit the event website.

Lucky Guess Trivia at Sean Patrick's Irish Pub & Texas Grub
2026-09-09 20:00 - 22:00 | Sean Patrick’s Irish Pub & Texas Grub, 202 E. San Antonio St., Suite 119, San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
Put your random knowledge to the test at Lucky Guess Trivia, a weekly Wednesday night of quiz rounds, food and drink specials, and prizes for top-performing teams. Teams can have up to six people, and the game is free to play.
Trivia takes place from 8 pm to 10 pm every Wednesday at Sean Patrick’s Irish Pub & Texas Grub, 202 E. San Antonio St., Suite 119, San Marcos, TX 78666. For more information, call (228) 281-9841 or email awlallen@gmail.com.

Karaoke Night at Putt Pub Mini Golf Bar
2026-09-09 20:00 - 23:00 | Putt Pub Mini Golf Bar, 307 S. LBJ, San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
Putt Pub Mini Golf Bar hosts Karaoke Night every Wednesday, giving guests a chance to sing along to their favorite songs in a lively setting. The weekly event begins at 8 pm and is free to attend.
Karaoke Night takes place at Putt Pub Mini Golf Bar, 307 S. LBJ, San Marcos, TX 78666.

Kent Finlay's Songwriter's Circle at Cheatham Street Warehouse
2026-09-09 20:00 - 23:00 | Cheatham Street Warehouse, 119 Cheatham Street, San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
Cheatham Street Warehouse hosts Kent Finlay’s Songwriter’s Circle on Wednesday, September 9, offering songwriters a chance to perform their original music on the venue’s stage. The event is open to everyone and free to attend, with no ticket required.
The sign-up sheet will be available at the bar beginning at 8 pm, with a limited number of performance slots available. Performances begin at 9 pm. Songwriters may perform up to two original songs or for 10 minutes, whichever comes first. Covers are not permitted. Audience members are encouraged to treat the evening as a listening experience and remain respectful during performances.
The event takes place at Cheatham Street Warehouse, 119 Cheatham Street, San Marcos, TX 78666. For ticket and event information, visit the event website.

Karaoke Night at Chances R
2026-09-09 21:00 - 23:30 | Chances R, 138 S. LBJ Dr., San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
Chances R hosts Karaoke Night every Wednesday, giving guests an opportunity to take the stage and sing along to their favorite songs. The weekly event begins at 9 pm and is free to attend.
Karaoke Night takes place at Chances R, 138 S. LBJ Dr., San Marcos, TX 78666.

Karaoke Thursdays at Crafthouse Kitchen & Tap
2026-09-10 20:00 | Crafthouse Kitchen & Tap, 242 N. LBJ Drive, Suite 103, San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
Crafthouse Kitchen & Tap hosts FeverPitch Karaoke every Thursday, giving guests a chance to take the stage and perform their favorite songs. The weekly karaoke night runs from 8 pm to midnight, with performers of all experience levels welcome to participate.
Karaoke Thursdays takes place at Crafthouse Kitchen & Tap, 242 N. LBJ Drive, Suite 103, San Marcos, TX 78666. For more information, call (512) 667-6700, email crafthousetx@gmail.com, or visit the event website.

Trivia Uncorked at Patio Dolcetto
2026-09-10 20:00 - 22:00 | Patio Dolcetto, 322 Cheatham Street, San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
Put your random knowledge to the test at Trivia Uncorked, a weekly Thursday night featuring fun quiz rounds, food and drink specials, and prizes for top-performing teams. Teams can have up to six people, and the game is free to play.
Trivia Uncorked takes place from 8 pm to 10 pm every Thursday at Patio Dolcetto, 322 Cheatham Street, San Marcos, TX 78666. For more information, call (228) 281-9841 or email awlallen@gmail.com.

Tyce Delk at Cheatham Street Warehouse
2026-09-10 20:00 - 23:00 | Cheatham Street Warehouse, 119 Cheatham Street, San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
Tyce Delk takes the stage at Cheatham Street Warehouse on Thursday, September 10, with the show beginning at 8 pm. The performance is open to guests ages 18 and older.
The event takes place at Cheatham Street Warehouse, 119 Cheatham Street, San Marcos, TX 78666. For ticket information and additional details, visit the event website.

Kiki Karaoke Thursdays at Jack's Roadhouse
2026-09-10 22:00 | Jack’s Roadhouse, 1625 Hunter Rd., San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
Jack’s Roadhouse hosts Kiki Karaoke every Thursday, giving guests a chance to take the stage and sing their favorite songs. The weekly karaoke night runs from 10 pm to 2 am.
Kiki Karaoke Thursdays takes place at Jack’s Roadhouse, 1625 Hunter Rd., San Marcos, TX 78666. For more information, email kboynt512@gmail.com or visit the event website.

Free Range Farmers Market at Wake the Dead Coffee House
2026-09-11 09:00 - 14:00 | Wake the Dead Coffee House, 1432 Old Ranch Road 12, San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
Free Range Farmers Market brings a traveling Hill Country farmers market to San Marcos every Friday, creating a community gathering featuring local vendors and farm-fresh offerings. The market is open from 9 am to 2 pm and is free to attend.
Free Range Farmers Market takes place at Wake the Dead Coffee House, 1432 Old Ranch Road 12, San Marcos, TX 78666. For more information, call (512) 754-9253 or email freerangefm@gmail.com.

Mac Hankins and the Moonlighters at Cheatham Street Warehouse
2026-09-11 20:00 - 23:00 | Cheatham Street Warehouse, 119 Cheatham Street, San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
Mac Hankins and the Moonlighters take the stage at Cheatham Street Warehouse on Friday, September 11, with the show beginning at 8 pm. The performance is open to guests ages 18 and older.
The event takes place at Cheatham Street Warehouse, 119 Cheatham Street, San Marcos, TX 78666. For ticket information and additional details, visit the event website.

Produce on the Patio at Wake the Dead Coffee House
2026-09-12 09:00 - 13:00 | Wake the Dead Coffee House, 1432 Old Ranch Road 12, San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
Hanging Gardens Hacienda brings Produce on the Patio to Wake the Dead Coffee House every Saturday, offering fresh produce along with granola and infused honey. The weekly market runs from 9 am to 1 pm and is free to attend.
Produce on the Patio takes place at Wake the Dead Coffee House, 1432 Old Ranch Road 12, San Marcos, TX 78666. For more information, call (512) 754-9253 or email freerangefm@gmail.com.

Farmers Market at Hays County Historic Courthouse
2026-09-12 09:00 - 13:00 | Hays County Historic Courthouse, 111 E. San Antonio St., San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
The San Marcos Farmers Market provides a place for Central Texas farmers to share their crops while offering the community fresh, homegrown, and homemade products. The weekly market takes place every Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm.
The Farmers Market is held at the Hays County Historic Courthouse, 111 E. San Antonio St., San Marcos, TX 78666. For more information, call (512) 558-1301 or email smtx.farmersmkt@gmail.com. Local farmers and vendors interested in participating can also contact the market by email.

Snakefessst! at San Marcos Discovery Center
2026-09-12 09:00 - 14:00 | San Marcos Discovery Center, 430 Riverside Drive, San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
Snakefessst! offers a family-friendly opportunity to learn about and interact with the snakes and reptiles that call the San Marcos area home. The event features herp walks through natural habitats, educational lectures, partner booths and displays focused on snakes and snake safety, plus snake-themed music, activities, crafts, vendors, photo opportunities, and a snake art contest.
Snakefessst! takes place Saturday, September 12, from 9 am to 2 pm. The event is free and open to all ages.
The event takes place at the San Marcos Discovery Center, 430 Riverside Drive, San Marcos, TX 78666. For more information, email nlake@sanmarcostx.gov or visit the event website.

Art Squared Arts Market at Hays County Historic Courthouse
2026-09-12 09:00 - 16:00 | Hays County Historic Courthouse, 111 E. San Antonio St., San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
Art Squared Arts Market brings local artists and fine craftspeople together for a juried arts market on the second Saturday of each month from March through December. Held in downtown San Marcos, the market features a diverse selection of artwork and handmade goods, including paintings, sculpture, glasswork, ceramics, textiles, jewelry, woodworking, leather, photography, and mixed media.
Visitors can also enjoy live music, free kids’ arts and crafts, live art demonstrations, free art supplies, a featured artist of the month, and a featured local nonprofit organization. The market takes place rain or shine and occasionally partners with community organizations for special events throughout the year.
Art Squared Arts Market is hosted by the San Marcos Art League and runs from 9 am to 4 pm on the second Saturday of each month from March through December. The market takes place at the Hays County Historic Courthouse, 111 E. San Antonio St., San Marcos, TX 78666. For more information, visit the event website.

San Marcos Flea Market at Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park
2026-09-12 09:00 - 17:00 | Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park, 1000 Prospect St., San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
The San Marcos Flea Market brings together local vendors, live music, food trucks, and more in a family-friendly weekend marketplace. The market is free to attend, with no admission or parking costs.
The San Marcos Flea Market takes place every Saturday and Sunday from 9 am to 5 pm at Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park, 1000 Prospect St., San Marcos, TX 78666. For more information, email SanMarcosFleaMarket@gmail.com.

Shop 1893 Flea Market at Price Center
2026-09-12 10:00 - 15:00 | Price Center, 222 W. San Antonio St., San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
Shop 1893 Flea Market brings an eclectic mix of indoor and outdoor vendors to the historic Price Center in downtown San Marcos. The monthly market is part of the downtown Art Squared and Second Saturday experience, offering visitors a changing selection of finds from local sellers.
The market takes place on the second Saturday of each month from 10 am to 3 pm and is free to attend. An additional Holiday Market is held during Shop Small Saturday and Sunday on Thanksgiving weekend each year.
Vendors interested in participating can reserve first-come, first-served booth spaces for $20 by calling (512) 618-2071 or visiting the Price Center during business hours.
Shop 1893 Flea Market takes place at the Price Center, 222 W. San Antonio St., San Marcos, TX 78666. For more information, call (512) 392-2900, email info@price-center.org, or visit the event website.

TXST Football vs. UTSA at UFCU Stadium
2026-09-12 14:30 - 17:30 | UFCU Stadium, 1100 Aquarena Springs Drive, San Marcos, TX, 78666, United States
Texas State University’s Bobcats take on UTSA in a college football matchup on Saturday, September 12, at 2:30 pm. The game will be played at UFCU Stadium, offering fans an afternoon of football and Texas State school spirit.
Fans should note that UFCU Stadium has a strict no re-entry policy, except in cases of medical emergencies or severe weather evacuations. Weapons, outside food and drinks, tobacco, and large bags and backpacks are prohibited. Small bags are permitted, while cameras and video equipment may require permission. Texas State and approved sponsor banners are allowed, and handheld signs must be non-derogatory and cannot obstruct other fans’ views. Good sporting conduct is expected throughout the game.
TXST Football vs. UTSA takes place at UFCU Stadium, 1100 Aquarena Springs Drive, San Marcos, TX 78666. Tickets are available through the Texas State athletics website, where fans can also find additional stadium information, concession options, and a map.
