SWING INTO SUMMER

Calendar of Events - Summer 2012

Everyday!

Riding the River & Live Tunes at Gruene Hall

Beat the heat with the cool water of the Guadalupe River. Whether you choose an inner toob, a raft or a canoe, jump in the water and enjoy a leisurely float along one of Central Texas' most beautiful waterways. Contact outfitters Rockin 'R' River Rides at (830) 629-9999 or 1-800-55FLOAT or Gruene River Company at (830) 625-2800 for information. Dry off and head on over to Gruene Hall! Gruene Hall features live music everyday year 'round. Shows are free Monday through Thursday evenings and Saturday and Sunday afternoon. Friday and Saturday evenings are generally ticketed or cover shows. For band schedule and availability, visit www.gruenehall.com, or call (830) 606-1601.

Friday Afternoons

Friday Afternoon Club

A Gruene Hall tradition, now in its 14th year, and still going strong! Get your weekend kickin' at Gruene Hall every Friday from 4-7pm. Enjoy happy hour, prize giveaways and the best in Texas tunes, broadcasted live by KNBT 92.1 FM Radio New Braunfels with Mattson Rainer. Need another reason to come out? You never know who might stop by -- Ray Benson, Steve Earle, Delbert McClinton, Radney Foster, Hayes Carll and Ray Wylie Hubbard have all stopped by for a chat, just to name a few. Good times!

May 27

Gruene Hall presents...Gary P. Nunn.
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Tuesday Nights - May 29 thru August 14

Two Ton Tuesdays

It wouldn't be summertime without popular rock-a-billy band Two Tons of Steel holding court in Gruene Hall every Tuesday evening. If you haven't caught Two Ton fever yet, grab your dancing shoes and get ready. The band takes the stage at 8:30pm. Come early for Swing Dance Lessons from 6pm to 7pm. Call Gruene Hall toll free from San Antonio at (830) 606-1281 for more information.

June 1

Gruene Hall presents...Emmylou Harris & her Red Dirt Boys.* (Sold Out)
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June 2

Gruene Hall presents...Micheal Martin Murphey & The Cosmic Cowboy Band.* (Get Tickets)
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June 8

Gruene Hall presents...Delbert McClinton.* (Get Tickets)
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June 9

Gruene Hall presents...Rodney Crowell.* (Get Tickets)
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Second Sundays - June 10, July 8 & August 12

Gospel Brunch with a Texas Twist in Gruene Hall*

In the tradition of a New Orleans-style gospel brunch, we are serving up awe-inspiring gospel music coupled with a mouth-watering buffet catered by the Gristmill River Restaurant & Bar. Known for his evangelical work and inspiring messages, Buckner Fanning is a featured special guest at many of our brunches. Brunch hours are 10:30am-12:00pm. For information or to purchase tickets, visit our web site at gruenehall.com, call (830) 629-5077 or toll free from San Antonio (830) 606-1601, or stop by Gruene Hall in person. Advanced tickets are recommended.

June 15

Gruene Hall presents...Bob Schneider.* (Get Tickets)
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Third Full Weekend - June 16-17, July 21-22 & August 18-19

Old Gruene Market Days

Nearly 100 vendors offer uniquely crafted items and packaged Texas foods. Open at 10am. Free admission. Call (830) 832-1721 or visit gruenemarketdays.com for information.

Third Thursdays - June 21, July 19 & August 16

Meet Texas' Best Winemakers - Come and Taste It! at The Grapevine Texas Wine Bar

Experience Texas’ best winemakers revealing how they craft their wines and offer complimentary tastings of three of their newest releases or most popular and rarest selections. Learn direct from the expert and engage with other visitors interested in wine, while enjoying food samples which pair with the wines offered. Live music and giveaways. For more information, visit grapevineingruene.com or call (830) 606-0093.

June 23

Frank Schlather Day in Gruene

Also known as Frank's Tranquilizer Hour, this event commemorates the legendary former "Mayor" of Gruene with special offers at Gruene Hall, including 50 cent beers! Call (830) 629-5077 for complete details. Call (830) 629-5077 or click here for information.

June 23

Gruene Hall presents...Asleep at the Wheel.* (Get Tickets)
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June 29

Gruene Hall presents...Joe King Carrasco & The Crowns.* (Get Tickets)
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June 30

Gruene Hall presents...Micky & The Motorcars.
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*Advance tickets are recommended

For information or to purchase tickets, call (830) 629-5077 or toll free from San Antonio (830) 606-1601, stop by Gruene Hall in person or visit our web site at gruenehall.com

See you in Gruene Historic District!