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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Hill Country Mile-Main Plaza
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Welcome to Boernea letter from the Mayor
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ABOUT BOERNE
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History of Boerne
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS HILL COUNTRY MILE
Experience Boerne’s Main Attraction
18 SHOPPING
Fabulous finds along Main Street & beyond
28 DINING
A foodie’s roadmap to Boerne’s dining scene
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OUT & ABOUT
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THE ARTS
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Attractions, Outdoor Adventure & Entertainment 44 Spirits- Food Truck Parks, Wineries, Breweries, Distilleries, Watering Holes & Transportation 45 Pampering- Spas & Salons 46 Road Trips- Make Boerne your vacation HUB! 48 Greenspaces- Parks & Trails
56 LODGING
Hotels & Motels, Bed & Breakfasts, Rentals, Cottages, Camping & RV
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WEDDINGS & EVENTS
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BOERNE COMMUNITY
organizations and more
Say “I do”, host a business conference or plan your next religious retreat in Boerne. We have the space! What makes us who we are as community: churches,
65 Maps Walking map of Boerne
& driving map of the surrounding county
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Willkommen! Yes, we are extremely proud of our German heritage. As the grandson of German immigrants, I treasure the rich history of the Texas Hill Country. I know you will find this place special, too. Boerne is home to the one and only Hill Country Mile, and you can’t miss it! Take a stroll along historic Main Street to experience the great boutique shopping, casual and fine dining, and our new public art display, “Art al Fresco”, an outdoor or “fresh air” exhibit of public art located throughout our historic downtown and along Boerne’s Trail system. There is always something going on whether it is a free concert at Main Plaza or a parade, festival or one of many family-friendly events that change throughout the seasons. You can get just about anywhere in the heart of Boerne using our great trail and sidewalk systems, so wear comfy shoes and start exploring! For a unique back-to-nature experience, be sure to visit the award-winning Cibolo Nature Center nestled along Cibolo Creek. If you happen to be here on the second weekend of the month, you can visit the Boerne Market Days vendors at Main Plaza. Then, on Saturday evening, don’t miss 2nd Saturday Art & Wine and visit the Hill Country Mile art galleries. Boerne also has fantastic outdoor recreation and attractions including hiking, biking, motorcycling, kayaking, caving, museums, wineries, golf courses and sporting facilities, and our surrounding hills provide a breathtaking backdrop. We are so glad that you are here, and we know you will have a great time. You might even decide to make Boerne your new home.
Mayor Mike Mike Schultz, Mayor of Boerne
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Boerne Convention & Visitors Bureau
1407 S. Main Boerne, Texas 78006 888.842.8080, 830.249.7277 VisitBoerne.org Boerne CVB Director Larry Woods Graphic Design/Layout Boerne CVB Tori Bellos Boerne CVB Staff Jeanette Teague Val Anderson Gayle Stakes Hill Country Mile Special Projects Director Paul Barwick Special Projects Manager Mary Woods Sales/Marketing Cartwright Media Group Contributing Photographers CJB Digital Imaging Snap Chic Photography West Photography Boerne Spotlights E. Castle Photography Lightpost Photography
® Publisher Dayna Cartwright
215 W. Bandera Rd. Ste. #114-118 Boerne, TX 78006 210.365.6452 About the Cover Photo Credit: Bonnie Gatlin Towering, majestic cypress trees rise triumphantly above the banks of the Cibolo Creek as it meanders through the Cibolo Nature Center and Farm, a 100-acre nature center that features a marsh, boardwalk, tall-grass prairie, forest trails, dinosaur tracks, educational programs, music series, community events and the Saturday Farmer’s Market at Herff Farm. ©2016. Guest Magazine Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part without the express written permission of Publisher is strictly prohibited.
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BOERNE Hill Country Mile Nestled at the edge of the Texas Hill Country, Boerne is a small Germanheritage town that has retained much of its Old World Charm despite its close proximity to San Antonio. German immigrants first settled this land along the Cibolo Creek over 150 years ago, and its European beginnings are still evident in the old stone buildings with narrow windows, steep gables, outside stairways and gardens. Today, more than 140 historic structures remain and many along Boerne’s famous Hill Country Mile have been lovingly restored and repurposed as restaurants, bakeries, antique malls, home décor stores, clothing boutiques, specialty stores and art galleries. In addition to our renowned shopping, Boerne is filled with a variety of dining options that range from casual to finedining, and the past few years have seen
some excellent brew pubs, wine bars, microbreweries and sophisticated taverns enter the scene. We are also home to a great variety of lodging options that range from quaint B&B’s to family-friendly chains to upscale brands and unique, historic properties. We boast some excellent outdoor wedding venues, and a world-class resort, Tapatio Springs Hill Country Resort, featuring a breathtaking 18-hole golf course and all the amenities that you would desire in a fine luxury lodging venue including an on-site spa, PureSol Spa, that offers Texas’ only therapeutic salt cave. Great outdoor attractions including the nationally recognized Cibolo Nature Center, and two area caves—Cave Without a Name and Cascade Caverns, whose spectacular formations have earned them both national designations as National Natural Landmarks. For those who are interested in the history of the area, Boerne Walking Tours is set to take guests on a 90-minute journey down historic Main Street with tales of legends, lore, ghostly haunts, and architectural history. Tours will be offered on select dates throughout the holiday season, with the regular schedule debuting in early 2017.
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Finally, there is almost always something going on in town each weekend—from
ABOUT BOERNE classic car shows to festivals and parades, heritage events, and seasonal celebrations including the annual Dickens on Main. Be a part of the magic Thanksgiving Weekend as Boerne’s Main Street transforms into a vintage Christmas experience. Spend the day on the Hill Country Mile dining, shopping and visiting Santa, then make The Boerne Birdhouse your way up and down Main Street as the entertainment delights folks on Art enthusiasts will find plenty of events Friday and Saturday evenings. Visit www. that encompass both the visual and the dickensonmain.com for a full schedule of performing arts including the Texas Hill events. Country Invitational and the Parade of Other favorite annual events include Artists, both produced by the Boerne the Boerne Chamber of Commerce Wild Professional Artists Association. Local Game Dinner, the Boerne Chocolate Walk, participating galleries offer guests a Boerne Berges Fest, the Kendall County chance to mingle with artists while Fair, the Texas Corvette Car Show, the Key enjoying refreshments each month during to the Hills Rod Run, Weihnachts Parade, Second Saturday Art & Wine, and Art and several antique and crafts fairs in the Park and the neighborhood Art throughout the year. Waddle are great ways for art lovers to spend the day viewing and shopping for Music lovers will enjoy the popular Boerne art by local artists. Finally, Art Al Fresco, Village Band, the oldest continuouslya public “art on loan” program that playing German music band outside of temporarily places sculptures throughout Germany, who keep locals & vitors thrilled the city’s historic Hill Country Mile and each summer during their Abendkonzerte Boerne’s Trail system, offers a chance to series on Main Plaza. The Boerne Concert enjoy a self-guided walking tour of these Band performs several community masterpieces. concerts throughout the year. The award-winning Boerne Community Theatre is a popular local theater group that performs throughout the year, and the Boerne Performing Arts Association offers world class performances that bring national and internationally-acclaimed talent to the stage. For more information about Boerne, go to visitboerne.org or call 830-249-7277. You can also drop by the Visitor Center at 1407 S. Main or follow “Boerne” on Facebook.
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PURESÓL SPA & SALT CAVE
interest in health-- making “wellness” his life’s mission.
Many spas offer similar services, with slight variations in décor, services offered, and localized treatment options. And then there’s Puresól Spa—the only spa in Texas with an authentic, therapeutic salt cave where guests enter through the cave’s door, relax on a spa lounger while surrounded by soothing music, and emerge not only more relaxed and tension-free, but healthier.
His daughter would be influenced to continue her father’s quest for wellness. After moving to the United States more than two decades ago, Beata began her career as an aesthetician in Florida and opened her first spa in the city of Boca Raton before calling Boerne home.
Puresól Salt Cave has its roots in Poland, home to the Wieliczka Salt Mine, where 1 million international visitors annually seek treatment in the mine’s rehabilitation rooms for treatment of respiratory, cardiovascular and stress-related illnesses. The climate is rich in negative ions, minerals and micro-elementary particles that are naturally absorbed into the lungs as you breathe in the ion-drenched air. Puresol Spa’s owner, Beata Huzarska, grew up as the daughter of the leading professor at the prestigious AGH University of Mining and Metallurgy in Poland. In addition, Beata’s father was an expert consultant in the field of mine designing and development. He began to notice that workers in the nearby salt mines did not suffer from the same ailments over time as those who worked in the coal mines, and he would begin to take an intense
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The dream of an American-based salt cave was realized with the 2013 opening of Puresól Spa, whose salt cave was constructed using more than 20 tons of salt harvested directly from the Wieliczka Salt Mine. Located on the grounds of luxurious Tapatio Springs Hill Country Resort, Puresol is also a full service spa for both men and women that offers specialized massage, body treatments, anti-aging facials, Microdermabrasion, waxing and custom packages. Puresól Spa also offers its own imported line of eco-certified, organic skin care products whose pure ingredients are sourced from Europe. The same salt extracted in the mine, is the pillar of their salt scrubs, lotions, body butters and bath milks and all product fragrances are based purely on essential oils. For more information or to book services, visit www.puresolspa.com or call 830.537.5010.
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HISTORY Hill Country Mile Boerne was settled in 1849 by a group of German immigrants who brought with them their own language, customs and music, much of which is still alive over 150 years later. The settlers first called their town Tusculum. In 1852, Gustav Theissen and John James laid out the town’s site and changed the name to “Boerne” in honor of Karl Ludwig Borne, a German author and publicist who inspired many young Germans to leave their homeland and travel to the new world. Ironically, Mr. Borne never visited the town that was named after him. Today, a statue of him graces the entrance to the Boerne Visitor Center.
a hotel and polo club and has now been gorgeously restored to The Legendary Texas Polo Club at Phillip Manor Square and Captain Turquand’s Saloon. In fact, legend has it that the first polo match in the United States was played just outside of Boerne.
There are more than 140 other historical buildings around town, and recently some of Boerne’s treasured jewels have been painstakingly restored to their architectural pasts including the Joseph Dienger Building (1890), which today serves as the home of the Dienger Trading Co. and Phillip Manor Square (1866), which began as a private residence and later became the home of the early Boerne Shooting Club, as well as 10 | VisitBoerne.org
Heath Public Library.
Additionally, the Carstanjen-Hall Mansion (1876), which was a private home as well as a variety of restaurants over the years, was recently purchased and completely restored back to its original glory. A walking map of Boerne’s historic buildings was detailed by the Boerne Area Historical Preservation Society and is available at Soon, the town would boast a gristmill, VisitBoerne.org or at the Boerne Visitors post office, blacksmith shop, livery stable, Center (1407 S. Main). butcher shop, saloon, general store and a Aside from the architecture, perhaps private school. The town was chosen as Boerne’s most treasured history is a rare, the county seat in 1859, and in 1870 the illustrated folio-edition 1614 Low German limestone courthouse was built and today Bible. One of only six known bibles of remains the second oldest courthouse in Martin Luther’s High German translation, Texas in continuous use. this treasure is on display at the Patrick Boerne’s rich and storied past and its resident’s commitment to keeping the heritage alive for future generations have made the city a popular place for both tourists and residents. To learn more about the history of Boerne, go to visitboerne.org, or “area history” on the City of Boerne’s website, at boerne-tx.gov.
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EVENTS
Main Plaza-Hauptstrasse Quiltfest
ANNUAL EVENTS
JANUARY Kendall Co. Jr Livestock Show & Sale
JULY Fourth of July Fireworks Star Party Cactus Pear Music Festival
REGULAR EVENTS
Boerne Market Days-2nd weekend 2nd Saturday Art & Wine SEPTEMBER Kendall County Fair, Parade Hot Rod Nights at Soda FEBRUARY Pops & Rodeo Boerne Chocolate Walk Live at The Library Concert Hill Country Antique Show Series OCTOBER Farmers Market at the Oktoberfest VW Car Show MARCH Cibolo-Sat., Mar-Nov Key To The Hills Rod Run Outdoor Family Fair Texas Hill Country Invitational Tejas Rodeo-Sat. Mar-Nov Jump In Boerne Performing Arts Art Show Events APRIL All British Car Day Boerne Concert Band Lester’s Open Car Show Antique Tractor Pull Performances Cibolo Nature Ctr. Mostly Boerne Boo Movie in the Park- Summer Native Plant Sale Boerne Handmade Market Parade of Artists Boerne Police Officer’s Assn. Moondance Concerts- Spring- Fall Texas Corvette Car Show Haunted House Abendkonzerte- Summer Diva Night NOVEMBER Boerne Community Theatre MAY The Wild Game Dinner Performances Hauptstrasse Quiltfest Diva Night Concerts in the Cave Art Waddle Hill Country Antique Show A Thirst for Nature Events Art in the Park Dickens on Main Kuhlmann-King House Boerne Handmade Market Museum Tours- May-Sept DECEMBER JUNE Weihnachts Parade Family Team Fishing Tourn. Stocking Stroll Boerne Berges Fest Oma’s Christmas Craft Fair
VENUES WITH REGULAR EVENTS & MUSIC
Chocolate Walk
Boerne Parks & Recreation Cave Without A Name Cibolo Nature Center Drink Texas Biergarten Mi Casa Tamales Random Beer Garden Tapatio Springs Hill Country Resort The Roundup Outdoor Music Venu The Taste of Boerne
FOR ADDITIONAL EVENTS AND EVENT INFORMATION VISIT WWW.VISITBOERNE.ORG
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Join us in historic downtown Boerne this Thanksgiving weekend at the 17th annual Dickens on Main, a Christmas celebration of epic proportions! Be a part of the magic as Boerne's Hill Country Mile transforms into a vintage Christmas experience, offering a family-friendly holiday event you won’t soon forget!
THANKSGIVING WEEKEND
Friday & Saturday, Nov. 25 & 26, 2016 ~ 4-10 pm Snow on Main Street 60-ft. Snow Slide * Holiday Music Holiday Lighting Ceremony Dickens Period Costumes Bah Humbug - Charles Dickens “A Christmas Carol” Headliner Concerts Both Nights Horse Drawn Carriage Rides Ice Sculpting Shows Santa Claus * Dickens Market Holiday Photo Locations Trackless Train Rides Santa’s Workshop Multiple Children’s Areas Petting Zoo * Pony Rides Dickens Village * And Much More!
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HILL COUNTRY MILE Small-Town Hospitality with Modern Flare
Whether you have three hours or three days, downtown Boerne is the perfect Boerne’s Hill Country Mile is a stretch way to experience Hill Country hospitality. of locally-owned specialty shops and We’re “More Than Just a Mile!” restaurants in historic buildings along Main Beyond Shopping and Dining Street, spanning north from the Patrick Just steps from the Hill Country Mile are Heath Public Library to Oak Park Drive beautiful, meandering paths along the on the south, right through the heart of banks of the Cibolo Creek in River Road downtown Boerne. Shopping along the Hill Park where you can view meticulously Country Mile, you’ll find everything from on- maintained historic properties and pocket trend clothing boutiques and home décor parks along a scenic trail, perfect for to treasured pieces from one of several strollers and bikes. Fishing piers and picnic antique shops. Dining is no different, where tables will make you feel like you are you’ll experience time-tested recipes and “away from it all” without having to travel down-home cooking along with modern hours out of town. Hill Country fare, which paired with local Boerne’s Art al Fresco is a walkable craft beer, wine and spirits selections are outdoor art adventure for visitors and sure to make your meal a memorable one. residents and is located throughout the
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Hill Country Mile and along Boerne’s Trail System. The installation consists of nine chosen sculptures that are temporarily on loan from artists around the country and incorporate a variety of materials including welded steel, bronze, blown glass, and others. The current sculptures are on display until March 2017, when a new exhibit, chosen through a juried competition, will be installed. In addition to Art al Fresco, don’t miss Boerne’s permanent public art pieces, scattered throughout the downtown area, which include a bronze statue of Wild Bill Hickok
H I L L
There is so much history to explore along the Hill Country Mile! South of the Cibolo is where you will find some of Boerne’s most stunning historic buildings, rich in history and architecture. St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church, completed in 1923, is made from limestone and modeled after San Antonio’s Mission de la Purisma (1730). The church’s twin towers rise 65 feet in the air, topping the main church which sits upon a high hill that overlooks the city. Stop for a drink at the 153-year old Phillip Manor, which has been restored into a boutique hotel, pub and event center. And across the street, with its two-story triple columns and arched windows, is the Victorian style Carstanjen House, or Mansion
The Hill Country Mile is the home of Boerne’s most exciting events of the year. April brings the Texas Corvette Show, where Main Street is a mass of hot cars lining the street and Main Plaza. Fall brings one of Boerne’s biggest events, the Key to the Hills Rod Run, where more than 500 pre1949 Street Rods from all over the country line the Hill Country Mile and Main Plaza. And be sure to kick off the holiday season Thanksgiving weekend at Dickens on Main, when the Hill Country Mile is transformed into a winter wonderland! Snow and a 60-foot ice slide will get you right into the holiday spirit, while costumed shopkeepers and horse drawn carriages bring old-world Christmas alive.
M I L E
South Boerne’s Historic Architecture
C O U N T R Y
at Main Plaza and “Father Gander” on House. Veteran’s Park is also nearby River Road. Learn about each piece along with the famous Kronkosky by downloading the Otocast app and Tower - the best view in Boerne! choosing Art al Fresco for a narrated Celebrate Year-Round on tour of Boerne’s public art! the Hill Country Mile
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CHAUFFEURS ON DEMAND Finest Shuttle Service in the Hill Country Why rent a car and hassle with navigating your way around the Texas Hill Country and San Antonio while you are on vacation? There is an easier way that will make this your most relaxing vacation ever. Chauffeurs on Demand will come and pick you and your guests up in a luxury vehicle and transport you to wherever you would like to go. Have your own car, but just need a driver? No problem. You can use your own car, or one of theirs. The professional, courteous drivers ensure that your safety comes first, and they are passionate about providing excellent customer service. A few of their most requested services include airport pickup/drop-off, tourist destinations and sightseeing, transportation to corporate and business meetings, document and courier services, leisure and social events,
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and weddings. They can also provide services for specialized requests, so sit back, relax and let Chauffeurs on Demand handle the driving for you. Use the time in the car to make calls, conduct business, or simply to enjoy the company of your friends and family without the distraction of driving. For a quote, call 210-887-5866 or email your request to: i.drive@aol.com. For more information, visit their website at ChauffeursOnDemandSA.com. 24-hour service. Located at 6 Cascade Caverns Road in Boerne.
FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES Boerne Fairfield Inn & Suites has everything that you would expect from a Marriott® property including luxury linens and quality bath products, complimentary WiFi, Free Hot Breakfast buffet with healthy choices, 24-hour business and fitness centers, copy and fax service, and a sparkling outdoor pool and whirlpool for relaxation after a long day of traveling or shopping on Boerne’s famed Main Street. Voted the BEST HOTEL in Boerne multiple years in a row, this is the perfect place to have your friends and family stay when they are visiting. There is also a 500 sq. ft. meeting room on-site for meetings, weddings and other celebrations. 78 spacious guest rooms and 23 luxury suites (King and Double Rooms) are clean, spacious and well-lit with 32” flat screen TV’s that include HBO, ESPN and
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ESPN2. Excellent, professional and friendly staff that look forward to your arrival. All guest rooms feature in-room coffee makers, and suites feature living areas with sofa bed, microwave, mini-fridge and more. The front lobby is spacious, contemporary in design, and inviting. Located off IH-10 exit 543 (Cascade Caverns Road). Convenient to Boerne’s Main Street, as well as major San Antonio attractions. Next door to Boerne’s AMC Theater. For reservations, call 830-3684167 or visit their website at www.BoerneFairfieldInn.com.
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SHOPPING Dienger Trading Co.
Boerne is famous for its abundant mix of shops that line the famous Hill Country Mile & dot the banks of the Cibolo Creek along River Rd. Shoppers will be delighted by the wide range of options that cater to all generations. Specialty stores abound— many which are housed inside historical
buildings, & there are also numerous antique malls, as well as a number of thrift & consignment boutiques. Local shopkeepers can’t wait to meet you, so grab a friend & hit the streets for a wonderful day of shopping in Boerne.
Practical, Perfect, Precious Selections
Boerne City Center 194 South Main Street, Suite 110 Boerne, Texas 78006 (830) 331-9495
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SHOPPING Antiques 259 Home Market 259 S. Main (Old Town) 830.331.8866 Home dĂŠcor, gifts, jewelry Antique Mall 153 S. Main 830.249.2006 Multiple antique vendors Carousel Antiques Fickle Pickles 118 S. Main 830.249.9306 Antiques; homemade pickles Corner Cartel 265 S. Main (Old Town) 830.249.8192 7,000 sq. ft; multiple vendors
Flashback Funtiques 248 S. Main 830.331.2200 Fun, eclectic antiques
Red Rooster 225 S. Main 830.816.5466 Unique antiques & gifts
Hill Country Antiques 112 S. Main 830.249.8979 Antiques & collectibles
Serendipity on Main 195 S. Main St. 830-331-7227 Art, jewelry, collectibles
Johns Road Antique Mall 850 Johns Road at IH-10 830.249.7464 70+ vendors; 10,000 sq. ft.
The Victorian Rose 438 S. Main 830.331.7375 Whimsical boutique with Victorian flair
Pace: Cars and Antiques 195 S. Main St. 830.331.2134 Antiques; home decor Redbird Retro 106 S. Main 830.331.8979 Vintage modern collectibles
Vintage on Main 615 Main #200 830.331.2153 New & vintage home decor
at the depot
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SHOPPING Consignment
Thrift
Cutie Patootie 233 S. Main (Old Town) 830.249.1654 Upscale children’s resale
Fabulous Finds 934 N. School St. 830.331.1021 Kendall Co. Women’s Shelter
Off Main Street 206 W. Highland 830.331.2203 Furniture, décor, accessories
H.C.A.L. Thrift Store 115 W. Bandera Rd 830.249.8040 Hill Country Animal League
Recents Resale 704 N. Main 830.556.3585 Clothing & accessories
Hill Country Thrift Shop 118 West Advogt 830.249.8677 Hill Country Family Services
Two Trick Pony Two Trick Pony Too 346 S. Main 615 S. Main 830.331.1366 Upscale home furnishings
Open Hearts Resale 207 E. Theissen 830.248.1735 First United Methodist Church
Seasons Gift & Thrift Shop 17 Old San Antonio Rd 830.249.1436 Rainbow Senior Center at Kronkosky Place The Sister’s Attic 216 W. Highland 830.249.0020 Benedictine Ministries
Clothing & Accessories 259 Home Market 259 S. Main (Old Town) 830.331.8889 Décor, gifts, jewelry, clothing Alley on Main 152 S. Main Ste. A 830.249.3339 Chic, eclectic styles for women
Boerne City Center
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SHOPPING Baby Love Boutique 194 S. Main St. Boerne City Center 830.331.9495 Thoughtful selections for both mother and child Celeste 140 S. Main 830.249.9660 Clothing, shoes, accessories Christy’s Boutique 101 S. Main Ste. B 830.331.8716 Clothing, accessories, jewelry, shoes Daisy Pearl 322 S. Main 830.331.1349 Clothing and gifts
Pixie Dang Sassy 116 W. Blanco Rd. #9 830.370.4780 Monogram shirts, bows; skincare Ella Blue 146 S. Main 830.249.6336 Trendy styles; latest fashions
Of A Muse 233B S. Main (Old Town) Unique store; Bohemian twist Pixie 129 S. Main St. 830-331-721 Boutique; Newborn to 3X The Dienger Trading Co. 210 N. Main St 830.331.2225 Boutique, Bookshop & more
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SHOPPING Traditions at the Depot 518 S. Main 830.816.2795 Latest fashions; Brighton dealer
COSAS 39360 IH-10W 830.249.1500 Fine Mexican folk art; textiles, décor
Furniture, Home Décor & Gifts
Las Finezas 194 S. Main Boerne City Center 830.331.9272 Fine home furnishings & decor, bath products, table top
Accentric Fine Furnishings 305 S. Main #200 830.249.9879 Fine home decor, furniture, gifts Camp Verde General Store & Restaurant 285 Camp Verde Road E. Camp Verde, TX 830.634.7722 Restaurant; global gifts. Historic location. 30 miles from Boerne
Calamity Jane’s Trading Co. 404 S. Main 830.249.0081 Hill Country furnishings & handcrafted decor Catrina’s Ranch Interiors 31300 IH-10W 830.755.6355 Custom ranch furnishings
Casa Décor 470 S. Main 830.331.2440 Rustic furniture & decor Cielo 336 S. Main 830.249.9955 Handcrafted soaps, toiletries, fragrance Double R Drygoods/ Elegant Interiors 412 River Rd. 830.331.2412 Upscale furnishings; design Hunting & Gathering for the Home 101 S. Main Ste. A 830.331.1065 One-of-a-kind treasures sourced from around the world
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SHOPPING Jac’s 170 S. Main 830.249.3003 Home accessories, tabletop, decor
The Victorian Rose 438 S. Main 830.331.7375 Boutique with a Victorian flair
La Te Da 133 S. Main 830.249.1817 Whimsical home dĂŠcor & gifts
Vintage on Main 615 W. Main St. 830-331-2153 New & vintage home decor
The Pearl Antler 312 River Road 210-410-9739 Clothing, jewelry, gifts, accessories Principle 7 Design 1109 S. Main 830.331.2797 Home furnishings; interior design
Bookstore The Bookshop under the Windmill Patrick Heath Public Library 438 S. Main St Quality previously-loved books The Dienger Trading Co. 210 N. Main St 830.331.2225 Boutique, Bookshop & more
The Victorian Rose
Unique, Distinctive, Elegant 305 South Main Street Boerne, Texas 78006 (830) 249-9879
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SHOPPING Gourmet/Food
Floral
Boerne Epicure Gourmet Market 210 S. Main 830.331.9355 Gourmet deli & food emporium.
The Flower Shop 437 S. Main 830.816.2042 Fresh & silk flowers, gift baskets, antiques, décor
Texas Gourmet Pantry 233 S. Main (Old Town) 830.331-2259 Texas food products; baskets
Fresh urban FLOWERS! 616 E. Blanco #100 830-816-5778 Artistic flowers, urban farm stand
Jewelers The Green Bull Fine Jewellry Couture 325 S. Main 830.249.7393 Handcrafted jewelry by master craftsman, Jerry Gowen. Texas Gourmet Pantry
The Christmas Shoppe Est. 1996
Where It’s Christmas Every Day!
Boerne Jewelers 231 S. Main (Old Town) 830.249.3390 Fine jewelry; watch repair Morrell Jewelry 134 E. Bandera Rd. 830.249.4092 Fine jewelry & watches The Silver Queen 130 S. Main 830.249.9708 Silver jewelry Sun of A Brave 126 S. Main 830.249.5766 Native American jewelry
Music Hearts Home Acoustic 109 Oak Park 830.331.9840 Fine stringed instruments;
Fresh & Silk Flower Arrangements Antiques & Gifts Weddings & Events Fruit, Gourmet & Gift Baskets
Featuring Products Made in Texas, USA & Europe Texas & Boerne Gifts Boerne T-Shirts Children’s Gifts & Books Old World Christmas Radko • Jim Shore Halloween • Inspirational
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SHOPPING Western/Ranch/Guns
Hillje Music Center 470 S. Main #2 830.331.1053 Music store; rentals
Pet
Apache Rifleworks Indoor range; Milo range, accessories, custom-built bolt-action rifles
Fetch & Frisker’s 701 S. Main 830.331.2663 Dog accessories & clothing, “barkery”
Bear Arms 110 Industrial Dr. 830.249.8519 Firearms sales; accessories; concealed instruction
Petland Boerne 1375 S. Main 830.816.5015 Food, accessories, pet products
Billy’s Western Wear 1490 S. Main 830.249.3843 Western wear & accessories.
Red Crest Pet Shop 319 N. Main 830.249.3191 Food, accessories, pet products
Boerne Boot & Hide 233 S. Main (Old Town) 830.444.8043 Customer Leatherwork; repair
Tractor Supply 1530 S. Main 830.249.0739 Farm & ranch supply Wheeler’s Feed & Outfitters 32450 IH-10W 830.249.2656 Clothing, accessories, guns, hunting, feed store
Specialty Stores Beatitude 208 E. Blanco Rd. 830-331-1311 Bridal and formal wear. The Christmas Shoppe 132 S. Main 830.816.2176 Where It’s Christmas Every Day.
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SHOPPING Boerne Coins & Collectibles 233 S. Main (Old Town) 830.388.9044 Coins, collectibles, estate Ewe and Eye 512 River Road 830.249.2083 Fine Europian toys; Knitting showcase
Etch Workz 233 S. Main (Old Town) 830.331.2129 Wedding, glassware; pens, gifts
Kiss the Cook 113 E. Theissen St. 830.249.3637 Quality kitchenware
A Little Nature Store 106 E. Theissen St. 830.249.2281 Science & nature store
Captured Sunshine 233 S. Main (Old Town) 830.331.8191 Paint your own pottery; gifts
Bergmann Lumber Co. 236 S. Main 830.249.2712 Old-fashioned hardware; gifts
The Art of Eloquence 194 S. Main St. Boerne City Center Fine writing instruments, leather goods, stationery
Lunamor 194 S. Main, Boerne City Center 830.331.2345 Holistic products for healthy living
Boerne Wine Co. 302 S. Main 830.331.9424 Enomatic wine dispenser; huge wine selection, Humidor, cigar patio
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CIBOLO CREEK BREWING CO. Cibolo Creek Brewing Co. is a great new addition to Boerne’s brew pub scene, and it is a favorite gathering place for locals, as well as visitors! Housed in a renovated historic cottage on Boerne’s Main Street, Cibolo Creek Brewing Co. offers casual front porch seating that evokes a “beer garden” atmosphere, but with a much cooler vibe. A sophisticated pub menu features farm-to-market selections that include popular cheese and meat boards, as well as made-inhouse pickles that perfectly pair with one of the best burgers in town! While the food is getting great attention, the real focus here is the selection of 6 different house beers that are brewed on site. There is also a rotating selection of “guest beers”, as well as wine and cider. Community-length tables inside allow larger groups to gather and watch their favorite teams on the big
screen, and smaller, more intimate tables offer a great date night! The family owned and operated brew pub radiates a happy atmosphere with attentive servers, and the no-tipping policy is a welcome surprise. Visitors often spend memorable evenings mingling with the local crowd after a long day of shopping along Boerne’s Hill Country Mile.
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DINING 259 - Brantley’s Bistro
Texas is legendary for its outstanding food, & Boerne is no exception! Local offerings include International cuisine from regionally & world-renowned chefs to down-home fare featuring traditional Southern favorites. Throughout town, diners are offered choices of a casual or fine dining experience, indoor or al fresco seating, & settings that offer
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charming views. Everyone can find the perfect match for their tastes with offerings that are inspired from Germany, Italy, America, Mexico, Latin America, Europe, Asia & more. Several new restaurants have recently been added to the local dining scene, making Boerne a favorite destination for “foodies”.
DINING 259- Brantley’s Bistro 259 S. Main (Old Town) Local, fresh Texas ingredients Bear Moon Bakery 410 S. Main 830.816.2327 Pastries, coffees, breakfast & lunch Bella Sera 812 N. Main St. 830.816.5577 Traditional Italian Boerne Epicure Gourmet Market 210 S. Main 830.331.9355 In-store deli; imported food products Boerne Grill/The Daily Grind 143 S. Main 830.249.4677 Coffee, pastries, sandwiches, ice cream
Broken Stone Pizza 1022 N. Main 830.331.9020 Authentic New York-style pizzeria Bumdoodlers 929 N. Main 830.249.8826 Deli sandwiches, soups, salads, cakes, pies Centinela 215 W. Bandera Rd 830.249.2023 Classic Tex-Mex; bar Chili’s Grille & Bar 601 W. Bandera Rd (at IH-10) 830.249.8558 American classics, full bar Cibolo Creek Brewing Co. 488 S. Main 830.816.5275 Housed brewed beer; farm-to-table food
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DINING Cypress Grille 170 S. Main 830.248.1353 American and International favorites; full bar
Dog & Pony Grill 1481 S. Main 830.816.7669 Salad bar, American fare, playground
Denny’s 435 W. Bandera Rd 830.816.2300 Classic American fare
El Rio 1361 S. Main 830.249.9555 Tex-Mex; Classic Margaritas
Dodging Duck Brewhaus 402 River Road 830.248.3825 American, German, pub fare; microbrew
Electric Coffee 215 W. Bandera Rd. #115 830.331.2272 Fair trade community hub Fritze’s BBQ 926 N. Main 830.331.9903 Pit smoked meats, classic sides
Joaquin’s Paraderia y Mas
Hungry Horse Restaurant 109 S. Saunders St 830.816.8989 Family friendly; American classics; sides & veggies
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DINING DINING Joaquin’s Panaderia y Mas 455 S. Main 830.331.9338 Traditional Mexican bakery Juan Stop 233 S. Main K (Old Town) 210.912.3242 Mexican snacks & drinks Kelani Yogurt 463 S. Main 830.331.9636 Self-serve frozen yogurt; toppings Klein Smokehouse 342 N. Main BBQ meats; meat market La Cascada at the Resort at Tapatio Springs 1 Resort Way 830.537.3459 Gourmet American cuisine with breathtaking views
Little Gretel 518 River Rd 830.331.1368 Authentic Czech, traditional German and American Cuisine Longhorn Café 369 S. Esser Rd 830.331.4011 Hamburgers, American classics, playground Lung Fung 1004 N. Main 830.249.6185 Chinese food; daily lunch buffet Mague’s Café 934 N. Main 830.249.9168 Classic Tex-Mex, local favorite Mama’s 30775 IH-10W 830.981.9011 Classic American; bar
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DINING M&M Donuts 1414 E. Blanco Rd 830.249.7929 Traditional Donut shop
that have been influenced by seasonal bounty from the Texas HIll Country, tavern. Piknik Café 807 N. Main 830.249.4603 Vegetarian café. Inside Nature’s Presence
Mary’s Tacos 518 E. Blanco 830.249.7474 Breakfast tacos, lunch, Tex-Mex
PoPo Family Restaurant 829 FM 289 IH-10 (exit Welfare) Traditional favorites; fried chicken
O’Brien’s 848 Hwy 46 (Bergheim) 830.229.5600 Rustic Texas elegance Peggy’s on the Green Inside Ye Kendall Inn 128 W. Blanco Rd. 830.572.5000 A Chef Mark Bohanan restaurant located in a 19th century dining room to savor contemporary interpretations of Southern-Heritage foods & classic American dishes
Random Beer Garden 11 Upper Cibolo Creek Rd 210.288.0467 Food trucks, craft & tap, playground Riverside Market 491 S. Main 830.249.2546 BBQ; small market
Sarika’s Thai Café 109 Waterview Pkwy 830.249.1070 Classic Thai cuisine SAUCED Wing Bar 215 W. Bandera Rd. #101 830.331.4398 Wings, large TV’s, drinks Shang Hai 430 W. Bandera Rd 830.249.4982 Traditional Chinese cuisine Soda Pops Patio Grill & Bar 103 N. Main 830.331.8799 50’s-retro patio grill & bar Sugar Shack 104 E. San Antonio 830.331.8799 50s-style ice cream parlor
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DINING DINING Snowflake Donuts 1222 S. Main 830.249.8686 1685 River Road 830.331.2059 Donuts, pastries & Kolaches Smokey Mo’s Bar-B-Q 1685 River Road 830.331.2633 Texas BBQ and sides Taco Cabana 433 W. Bandera Rd 830.249.5500 Fast food Tex-Mex
Taqueria Guadalajara 1234 S. Main 830.249.1467 Tex-Mex; breakfast tacos
The Dienger Trading Co 210 N. Main St 830.331.2225 Bakery, Bistro, Espresso bar
Texas Meat Co. 1101 S. Main 830.555.1212 Smoked meats by the lb.; sides
Valeria Farm to Market 109 Waterview #105 830.331.1393 Farm-to-market specialties
The Creek Restaurant 119 Staffel St 830.816.2005 Steaks, Seafood, Chicken. Full bar/wine
Yoli’s Cocina 1000 N. Main 830.331.8887 Traditional Tex-Mex cuisine Z’s Wood Fired Pizza 210.325.7911 Food truck, Gourmet wood fired pizza. New permanent location early 2017. Currently at Random Beer Garden.
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A Prominent, Historic Inn Located in the Center of Boerne Weddings & Special Events Multiple Special Events spaces including Ye Kendall Inn’s premier Conference Center, Creekside Lawn and Antebellum Courtyard
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A Luxury Boutique Hotel in the Heart of Downtown Boerne Elegance Overlooking Main Street
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APACHE RIFLEWORKS Apache Rifleworks was started by a Vietnam Veteran and his son, a former Firefighter/EMT and Tactical Medic. Named “Apache” as an honor to the devoted, fearless nature of the Apache Indians, the “warrior nature” of their namesake is a value that is shared by the men and women who make up the Apache employee family who all share a common passion for guns. Extreme customer service is what sets this company apart from the standard gun range, and they can’t wait to share their passion and knowledge with you, too! In addition to a full range of rifles, pistols, shotguns, and “custom tools for quality warriors”, they feature a 25-yard, rifle-rated indoor shooting range, custom gun shop and training facility. They also build custom bolt-action rifles suited to the needs of their customers, as well as customizing of AR platform rifles from the
most reliable and durable parts on the market. This gorgeous, ultra-clean facility goes above and beyond to make sure that every single guest who walks through their front door has a safe, fun experience. You can rent a firearm from them, or bring your own and they equip shooters with eye and hearing protection. From Boerne, take IH10W to the Waring Exit (527) and stay on the access road.
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OUT & ABOUT Cibolo Nature Center
ATTRACTIONS· ACTION/OUTDOOR ADVENTURE· ENTERTAINMENT ·PAMPERING · SPIRITS · ROAD TRIPS· GREEN SPACES While you’re visiting the gorgeous Texas Hill County, we urge you to get “out and about” and see what makes this area so special. We have listed something for everyone including caves, museums, outdoor recreation, Farmer’s Market,
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golfing, horseback riding, rodeos, bat viewing, cultural and performing arts, museums, action adventure and more! So, now that you know everything there is to do while you’re in town, Get Ready, Get Set, and Go!
ATTRACTIONS Attractions
Nature
Cibolo Nature Center 140 City Park Road; 830.249.4616 Old Tunnel State Park; 866-978-2287 100-acre grounds with dinosaur tracks, 10619 Old San Antonio Rd. (Fredericksburg) marshland, boardwalk, tall-grass prairie, TPWD Wildlife Management Area; home forest trails, and Cibolo Creek. to 3 million bats who emerge nightly from Farmer’s Market at the Cibolo Oct.-May. Public viewing areas. 33 Herff Rd Caves Farmer’s market at 1850’s pioneer Cascade Caverns Herff Farmstead every Saturday 9a-1p. 226 Cascade Caverns Rd; 830.755.8080 Education garden, vendors, kid & adult Boerne’s oldest tourist attraction. Wettest programs (March through December of the major Texas show caves. Gift shop, except Thanksgiving weekend). Pavilion and Picnic area. RV/camping See Greenspace, page 48, for more Nature Cave Without A Name 325 Kreutzberg Rd; 830.537.4212 “National Natural Landmark” deemed “too pretty to have a name”. Breathtaking formations formed by ancient underground river system. Occasional concerts in cave. Tours, gift shop, pavilion, museum, picnic area. Farmers Market at the Cibolo
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ACTION/OUTDOOR ADVENTURE/ENTERTAINMENT Museums/Heritage
Golf
Agricultural Heritage Museum Buckhorn Golf Course 102 City Park Rd; 830.249.6007 36 FM 473 (Comfort, TX) Antique farm implements, demonstrations, 830.995.5351 education, museum. Sat. 10a-4p 100-foot elevation change, creeks, valleys. Pro shop Kuhlman-King Historical House 402 E. Blanco; 210.823.9171 House dates to the 1880s. Built by German immigrant family. Open second Sat. 10-3
Tapatio Springs Hill Country Resort 1 Resort Way; 830.537.4611 “Top Ten Texas Course.” Championshiplevel golf; limestone cliffs, vistas
Action/Outdoor Adventure
Top Golf 5539 N. Loop 1604 (San Antonio); 210.202.2694 Point-scoring golf entertainment venue; food, bar
Action Go Karts at Alamo Karts 25600 IH-10W; 210.828.5511 Propane-fueled karts on 1/3-mile track BYAA Batting Cages at Northrup Park 37550 IH-10W; 210.416.7671 Batting cage. Call for hours/reservations The Dugout 132 Old San Antonio Rd; 830.331.9408 Tunnel & cage rentals
Bowling Boerne TurnVerein 221 E. Theissen; 830.249.2271 Bowling alley and club
Flying Boerne Stage Airfield 400 Boerne Stage Field; 830.981.2345 Aircraft rentals, glider rides, hangar rental
Horseback Riding Diamond C Stables and Ranch 27030 Toutant Beauregard Rd; 830.755.4911 Riding Lessons; stables Stricker Trail Rides 100 Wild Turkey Blvd; 830.446.2228/210.508.9349 Horseback Trail Rides. Reservations.
Rodeo Tejas Rodeo Company 401 Obst Road (Bulverde); 830.980.2226 Rode, live music; Tejas Steakhouse, Saloon
Skate Boerne Skate Park 524 Adler St.; 830.249.9511 7,500 sq. ft. plaza-style design
Water Sports/Rentals Bergheim Campgrounds & River Outfitter 103 White Water Road; 830.336.2235 Canoe, kayak, tube rentals, campsites, RV hookups
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Hill Country Paddle Sports Boerne City Lake; 210.842.4057 Paddle board rentals & lessons
ENTERTAINMENT ACTION/OUTDOOR ADVENTURE The Roundup Beer Garden & Food Park 531 FM 3351; 830.428.3231 River access for entry or exit; River shuttle and rentals via Bergheim Campgrounds & River Outfitter. Sisterdale General Store 1143 Sisterdale Rd; 830.998.8031 Tube & kayak rentals; River shuttle Texas Kayaks 124 Industrial Drive; 210.382.8890 Kayak rentals and sales
Entertainment Dance Halls/Live Music Anhalt Dance Hall 2390 Anhalt Rd. (Spring Branch) 830.438.2873 Old German Dance Hall
Floore’s Country Store 14492 Old Bandera Rd (Helotes) 210.695.8827 Famous Texas dancehall, live music. Kendalia Halle 1135 FM 3351 (Kendalia) 210.863.1100 One of the oldest dancehalls in Texas Leon Springs Dance Hall 24135 IH-10W (San Antonio) 210.698.7070 Live music/dancehall venue Luckenbach Dance Hall 412 Luckenbach Town Loop (Fredericksburg) 830.997.3224 Legendary Gen. Store, Bar & Dancehall made famous by Willie, Waylon & the Boys Mi Casa Tamales 25930 IH-10W (Boerne) 210.698.6672 Live bands weekends. Outdoor stage. See Events, page 12, for additional venues with regular events & live music.
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ENTERTAINMENT Painting/Ceramics
Theater/Cinema
The Shabby Palette 347 N. Main; 830.331.2161 Private paint-n-sip parties & scheduled public paint events. Second Saturday “Pop In & Paint” dates from 1-7pm.
Boerne AMC Theater 145 Old San Antonio Rd; 830.386.3177 Digital movies; luxury seating
Captured Sunshine 233 S. Main St. Ste. (Olde Town) 830.331.8191 “Paint Your Own Pottery” studio. Pottery and figurines are ready to pant on arrival! Paint and pick up later after firing.
Theater/Live Performance Boerne Community Theater 907 E. Blanco Rd; 830.249.9166 Live community theater co. with productions throughout the year. Adult & teen performances, acting classes/camps for youth & adults. www.boernetheatre.org Boerne Performing Arts 830.331.9079 Bringing the world of performing arts to Boerne. Internationally acclaimed artists. See website for schedule. www.BoernePerformingArts.com
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SPIRITS, BEER & WINE
Cibolo Creek Brewing Co.
Food Trucks & Pavilions/Playgrounds Random Beer Garden 11 Upper Cibolo Creek Rd 210.724.6921 Beer, music, family friendly. The Roundup Beer Garden & Food Park 531 FM 3351 830.428.3231 Beer, music, family friendly. Taste of Boerne 1022 River Road 830.331.2777 Beer, sand volleyball.
Spirits/Taverns Captain Turquand’s Saloon 706 S. Main St. 830.816.5114 Full bar; Upscale atmosphere. Centinela Mexican Restaurant & Bar 215 W. Bandera Rd 830.248.1353 Chili’s Grill & Bar 601 W. Bandera Rd. 830.249.8558 Cypress Grille 1705 S. Main St 830.248.1353 Huge wine selection; full bar. 44 | VisitBoerne.org
Conroy’s Irish Pub 9091 Fair Oaks Pkwy 210.698.7310 Full bar; sports, music.
Wine Bar
Drink Texas Biergarten Drink Texas Boerne 255 S. Main (Old Town) 31138 IH-10W 830.755.6449 Outdoor Biergarten, Craft Beer, wine, live music, sports bar.
Welfare Café Wine Bar 223 Welfare Waring Road Welfare, TX 830.537.3700
Longbranch Saloon 817 N. Main 830.249.8223 Longtime dancehall/ saloon. Peggy’s on the Green Inside Ye Kendall Inn 128 W. Blanco Rd. 830.572.5000 A Chef Mark Bohanan Restaurant & tavern.
Distilleries Hill Country Distillers 723 Front St- Comfort, TX 830.995.2924
Microbrews/Breweries Boerne Brewery 9 Hill View Lane 830.331.8798 Cibolo Creek Brewing Co. 488 S. Main 830.816.5275 Craft beer; Farm-to-market food. Dodging Duck Brewhaus 402 River Road 830.248.3825 Kinematic Brewing Co. 635 Hwy 46E #207 830.336.2043
Boerne Wine Company 302 South Main 830.331.9424
Wineries Bending Branch Winery 142 Lindner Branch Trail Comfort/830.995.2948 Kerrville Hills Winery 3600 Fredericksburg Rd. Kerrville/830.895.4233 Singing Water Vineyards 316 Mill Dam Road Comfort/830.995.2146 Sister Creek Vineyards 1142 Sistercreek Rd. Sisterdale/830.324.6704
Limo/Shuttles/ Taxi/Tours The Shabby Bus 210.887.2466 Group shuttle, wine & brew tours, private events Open Range Tours 830.391.9336 Wine & brew tours & more Southern Reserve Tours 830.660.0028 Wine & brew tours & more Majesty Tours 830.456.1883 Wine & brew tours Chauffers on Demand 210.887.5866 Limo, chauffer Hill Country Shuttle Service Individual & group shuttle 210.843.9649
PAMPERING
Bella Salud Massage 113 Pleasant Valley Dr #207 830.688.3708 Massage; Critz Technique. Beyond Bliss Nail Salon & Spa 926 E. Blanco Rd. 830.331.2824 Nails, waxing, skin care.
Face Time Spa 123 Pecan St. 830.331.8445 Facials; skin care.
Puresol Salt Cave Spa 1 Resort Way Tapatio Springs Resort 830.537.5010
Healthy Skin Hill Country 31007 IH-10W 210.215.1533 Massage; Body treatments.
Luxury salt cave spa. Signature services.
Idunna’s Harvest 103 E. Kronkosky #2 210.417.5972 Massage Massage Matters 930 E. Blanco Rd #800 830.331.8480 Best of the Best Winner. Massage. Paniolo Ranch B&B Spa 1510 FM 473 (Sisterdale) 866.726.4656 Massage
Tan UR Hide 265 N. Main 830.522.5459 Airbrush tanning & facial bar. Makeup, facials. Mobile service available. Therapeutic Massage 10014 Johns Rd. 830.816.2621 Facials, massage, spa Whole Living Concepts 624 North Main #106 830.331.8888 Massage
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ROAD TRIPS FROM BOERNE colonial stone Camp Verde General Store is a fabulous shopping and dining destination. Distance: 30 miles
We know you love Boerne, and we love our visitors, too! But if you are spending a few days in the area, there are a few nearby places that make for great day trips from Boerne:
Sisterdale A once-thriving center of German abolitionism and Unionism, it became a quiet hamlet after the Civil War. Today, it features such businesses as the Nic Campbell Studio, the Sisterdale General Store, Sister Creek Winery, Marlowe Candle Company, privateevent Sisterdale Dance Hall, and the long-popular Sisterdale Saloon where you can quench your thirst on a hot, Texas afternoon. Distance: 15 miles
Camp Verde Historic Camp Verde was Bandera the 1854 site of Jefferson Davis’ “Texas Camel Experiment”. Robert E. Lee was said to have laid out the grounds, including the officer’s quarters and the camel pens. A longtime general store and post office for soldiers, the present-day two-story Southern
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The self-proclaimed “Cowboy Capitol of the World” is a throwback to the days of the Old West. The town was founded by Roman Catholic immigrants from Poland, whose St. Stanislaus Catholic Church remains one of the oldest in the state. Bandera was the starting point of the
ROAD TRIPS FROM BOERNE Great Western Cattle Trail during the latter 19th century. Today, the town is known for its abundance of saloons, honky-tonks, dude ranches, Main Street shopping, and its fierce loyalty to the Cowboy way. Distance: 30 miles
San Antonio This world-class city boasts
the famous Alamo, the Riverwalk, and an abundance of museums, galleries, shopping, dining, and attractions including SeaWorld San Antonio and Six Flags Fiesta Texas. Nearby La Cantera Mall and adjacent The Rim Shopping Center boast local offerings alongside traditional big box stores, luxury retailers and a myriad of restaurants in an openair setting. Distance: La Cantera-20 miles; Riverwalk-30 miles.
warmer months make it a great place to hike, kayak, or nature-watch. World-class theater and performing art events taking place year-round through such venues as the Kathleen C. Cailloux Performing Arts Center, the Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, the Museum of Western Art, the HCAF Point Theater, and Playhouse 2000. Beloved craftsman James Avery is headquartered near here, where you can visit the James Avery Visitor and Center Store. Distance: 30 miles.
Comfort Our nearest neighbor is famously unincorporated, and they like it that way! A hub for antique shops, whimsical retail stores, boutiques and wineries. Nearly every building in Historic Downtown is on the National Register of Historic Places. Don’t Kerrville Downtown Kerrville is a scenic miss the chance to see 3 million bats emerge place for dining, shopping, and the arts. nightly at the nearby Old Tunnel State Park The Guadalupe River is a focal point, and Oct.-May. Distance: 15 miles.
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GREENSPACES River Road Park - Cibolo Trail
CITY PARKS
Boerne Parks & Recreation www.boerne-tx.gov/parks - 830-249-9511 BOERNE CITY LAKE PARK (1 City Lake Rd) is one of the most popular year-round destinations in the area. The 100-acre community park and lake offer a variety of recreational activities including swimming, a fishing pier, boat dock & ramp, bird observation blind, volleyball court, covered playground, butterfly garden, 9-hole Frisbee golf, picnic units with grills, trails, wildlife, fire rings & more. BOERNE CITY PARK (106 City Park Rd) is a unique athletic facility in a natural setting that shares a border with Cibolo Nature Center. CIBOLO NATURE CENTER (140 City Park Road, 830.249.4616) 100 acres of Hill Country trails and wilderness that provides education, research, entertainment and outdoor activities throughout the year. Located in Boerne City Park, independently managed. Open to the public. KINDERPARK (111 WATER ST.) This newly renovated & named (formerly Optimist Park) park is the newest and most child friendly park in the community. Play equipment is appropriate for a wide range of ages. 48 | VisitBoerne.org
RIVER ROAD PARK (415 RIVER RD) is one of the most popular park sites in Boerne. Located on the banks of the Cibolo (pronounced “Cybil-O”) Creek, the park is home to Boerne’s famous wild ducks and geese, walking paths, picnic tables, public fishing, & lots of photo opportunities! One of the unique features is the dam located at the east end of the park. Deeded to the City of Boerne in July 1912, the dam was originally known as the old Dietert Mill Dam. VETERANS PLAZA (801 S. Main St.) was newly renovated to add a Walk of Honor, new memorial plaques, landscaping, handicapped accessibility and more. The park is the site of annual gatherings for Veterans and Memorial Day ceremonies. NORTHRUP PARK (37550 IH-10 West) is a premier sports facility that offers a variety of sports fields, basketball court, youth and adult baseball fields, volleyball sand courts, and more. MAIN PLAZA AND WATERWORKS TERRACE (100 N. Main St.) is in the heart of Boerne. Many events take place on the lawn of Main Plaza where the Gazebo takes center stage. Great place to relax, sit on a bench by the pond and people watch as passersby stroll along Main Street.
BOERNE TRAILS
Boerne has three diverse trail systems that are popular with locals and visitors. Each of the trail systems has their own unique character, and all offer outstanding opportunities to get close to nature. Amenities vary by trail. The trails have a curfew from 10pm-6am daily. CIBOLO TRAIL (100 N. Main St. (north trailhead), 106 City Park Rd. (south trailhead)) 1.75-miles linear park The Cibolo Trail extends from Ye Kendall Inn trailhead to City Park trailhead at the entrance to the Municipal Pool. The trail follows Boerne’s signature waterway, the Cibolo Creek, and at several points enables users to move in and out of Boerne’s historic downtown and the famed Hill Country Mile. At the confluence of Cibolo and Currey Creeks, a 150-foot pedestrian bridge nestled among the trees offers a birds’eye view of a refreshing waterfall and crystal clear flowing stream. CURREY CREEK TRAIL (1017 Adler St.) 0.5-mile linear park The Currey Creek trailhead located at the Parks & Recreation Offices (1017 Adler Rd) winds 0.5 miles southward to Blanco Rd. This trail connects the Northside Neighborhood Park to several neighborhoods, apartments, and businesses. OLD NO. 9 TRAIL (358 Esser Rd.) 1.4-miles linear park This trail was designed using elements that honor the days of train travel. The motif of the San Antonio & Aransas Pass (SA&AP) railroad has been fused into the Old No. 9 Trail amenities, utilizing some of the more distinctive design elements including the depot shade pavilion at Blanco Rd. which was designed to replicate the outline of the smaller depots of the SA&AP.
KENDALL COUNTY PARKS
www.co.kendall.tx.us - 830-537-3470 JAMES KIEHL RIVER BEND PARK (118 River Bend Road (Comfort)) Fishing, paddling, swimming and relaxing along the Guadalupe River. JOSHUA SPRINGS PARK & PRESERVE (716 FM 289 (Comfort)) Stocked pond, bird blinds, 2 miles of trails for walking, several undeveloped paths, picnic areas, and pavilions. 3,000 sq. ft. Ring Mountain Event Center is located on hill top with panoramic views of the countryside (available for rental—holds 150 people). KREUTZBERG CANYON (143 Mark Twain) 117-acre scenic canyon with Guadalupe River frontage allowing public river access. Trails, birding, wildlife viewing, fossil and nature study.
STATE PARKS
GUADALUPE RIVER STATE PARK (3350 Park Rd 31) Swimming, fishing, canoeing. Combined with adjacent Honey Creek State Natural Area, this park encompasses 4,200 acres of Hill Country habitat. OLD TUNNEL STATE PARK (102 E. San Antonio Rd (Fredericksburg), (866.978.2287) Bat viewing May-October nightly.
Cibolo Nature Center
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TAPATIO SPRINGS HILL COUNTRY RESORT The Texas original, Tapatio Springs Hill Country Resort, located just 5 miles from downtown Boerne, is a family-friendly destination that delivers experiences well beyond expectations. With restaurant, pool and bar renovations as well as a $2M golf course enhancement, Tapatio Springs is a Hill Country destination visitors will enjoy year-round. La Cascada Table & Bar is a casual restaurant that offers pure Texas fare in a relaxed, scenic setting, ideal for gatherings with family and friends. The farm-to-table menu features regional Texas cuisine, steakhouse favorites and country rustic sides made with fresh and locally sourced ingredients. The affordable menu also boasts refreshing cocktails, fresh fruit margaritas and regional beers. With flexible seating, guests can gather inside the open dining room and bar area overlooking the 9th and 18th greens, or enjoy the weather and fire pits at the outdoor bar and dining area. Every Friday and Saturday evening, resort members, guests, and locals are invited to enjoy the Songwriters & Storytellers live music series on the La Cascada Patio. The newly renovated $1M resort pool and
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Double L Bar is the ideal setting for families and friends looking to soak up some sun. The year-round heated swimming pool features an expanded pool deck, hot tub, curved-tube waterslide, fire pits, an outdoor bar with flat-screen televisions and live music seasonally. Adjacent to the pool area is a game lawn where guests may enjoy playful family sports like lawn bowling, ladder-toss and cornhole. Just steps away is the adults-only pool, with its natural stone water feature and hot tub, conveniently located beside PureSol Spa. Tapatio Springs recently underwent a $2M Tripp Davis and Associates golf course renovation. 46,000 square feet of fairway and greenside bunkers were reshaped and rebuilt to improve the quality of play and provide golfers of all abilities a significantly enhanced game. Tapatio Springs customizes services to meet guests’ particular needs and exceeds expectations by providing warm, friendly and big-hearted hospitality every step of the way. From the Hill Country sunsets to the upscale amenities, Tapatio Springs is its own kind of paradise. Make a reservation today and “escape the ordinary” at Tapatio Springs.
“COM E F OR A G OOD T I M E, STAY F OR A LON G T I M E. ” – George Strait
THE N E W TAPATI O S P RI NG S Good times. Real memories. Truly Texas. Nestled in the heart of Hill Country on 220 acres, breathe in the fresh country air, get inspired by big skies, or simply perfect your golf swing. At Tapatio Springs, we’re all about making memories to last a lifetime. Whether it’s for a long weekend or just for the night, a visit to Tapatio Springs always means big-hearted service, awe-inspiring views, and the experiences you’ve been craving with those who matter most. With numerous Resort enhancements, including the golf course restoration, the new Resort Pool and Double L Pool Bar, and the updated La Cascada Table & Bar complete with Sunday Brunch and live music every weekend, there’s no better time to plan your big country escape.
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THE ARTS Art al Fresco & Boerne’s Public Art Program
Art al Fresco, an “art on loan” program, is an outdoor public art competition that temporarily places sculptures throughout historic downtown Boerne’s Hill Country Mile and nearby Trail Systems. Here visitors and residents can enjoy a walking tour of the sculptures right in the heart of Boerne. Currently, nine sculptures are in place until March 2017, when a new exhibit will be installed. The experience engages all the senses when paired with the free Otocast app, where patrons learn about the sculptures through recorded narratives from the artists themselves. In addition to Art al Fresco, don’t miss Boerne’s
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permanent public art pieces, s c a t t e r e d throughout the downtown area, which include a bronze statue of Wild Bill Hickok at Main Plaza and “Father Gander” on River Road. Great for visitors and locals alike, be sure to make our public art a part of your visit to downtown Boerne! For detailed information please visit www. artalfresco.org, download the Otocast app or get a free brochure at the Patrick Heath Public Library, Boerne Convention and Visitors Bureau, City Hall, Greater Boerne Chamber of Commerce and retailers along the Hill Country Mile. For more information and updates join us on Facebook at Facebook.com/ BoerneArtalFresco.
THE ARTS Art Galleries Carriage House Gallery of Artists Located in a charming stone cottage just off of Main Street, Carriage House is owned and operated by 12 artist partners who create works of art in a diverse array of subject matter & styles. 110 Rosewood Ave.; 830.248.1184 COSAS Fine Mexican Folk Art & Latin American textiles, clothing, furniture and accessories. Hand-selected and purchased from the artist by owners Bob & Amy Niederhauser, who also host folkart buying tours. 39360 IH-10W (exit 537); 830.249.1500 J.R. Mooney Galleries of Fine Art “Making Art a Part of Your Life.” Fine art, sculpture & custom framing that have graced the homes of U.S. presidents, the Vatican, & royal palaces. 305 S. Main #400; 830.816.5106
Carriage House Gallery Nic Campbell Studio and Gallery Large scale paintings suspend in midair from the rafters of a rusty metal barn. 1143 B FM 1376 (Sisterdale); 830.324.6090 Texas Treasures Fine Art Gallery “A ‘must’ on your tour of Boerne.” Nationally acclaimed fine art gallery represents over 30 National and Internationally-recognized artists; one of largest sculpture collections in Texas. 605 S. Main St.; Additional gallery at Ye Kendall Inn. 830.816.5335
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THE ARTS Ceramic Arts
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Hill Country Pottery Hand crafted pottery. Also works of other local artists in metal, painting, wood carving, soaps and lotions. 738 FM 473 (Comfort); 830.446.2957
Parade of Artists A festive art weekend produced by the Boerne Professional Artists Association. Events attract art buyers and enthusiasts from all over the state. Held each April.
Performance Arts
Second Saturday Art & Wine Monthly art event during which art enthusiasts can experience new and exciting works and mingle with artists while enjoying wine & hors d’oeuvres. Participating galleries; Trolley. 2nd Sat. 4p-8p.
Boerne Performing Arts A Community Organization that presents an annual world class concert series each year by internationally-acclaimed artists. Now in it’s 5th season, BPA also presents outreach programs to local schools. Check schedule: www.boerneperformingarts.com Boerne Community Theatre Non-profit community theatre through regular season productions, teen troupes shows, children’s summer drama camps, and “Theatre on the Edge”. Check schedule at: www.boernetheatre.org
Texas Hill Country Invitational Art Show A three-day event that features the talents of more than 50 renowned artists. Produced by the Boerne Professional Artists Association. Held each October. Art Al Fresco Boerne’s Public Art exhibition. “On loan” sculptures are installed along the Hill Country Mile and the Boerne Trail System.
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2017 SEASON Monday, February 27
Friday, April 7 A QUINTESSENCE PRODUCTION
TICKETS: $20-$60
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All performances at 7:30 pm Boerne Champion Auditorium
www.BoernePerformingArts.com Boerne Performing Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization
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LODGING The William A century ago, visitors made Boerne a favorite destination due to our healthy climate. Today, Boerne is still a bustling destination that offers a variety of overnight accommodations that include many with meeting rooms and businesstraveler amenities, as well as those who
cater to pet lovers, families, romance, and almost any other occasion. Boerne lodging includes historic properties, boutique hotels, popular brand-name hotels, B&B’s, and luxury resorts— something for everyone.
302 South Main Street Boerne, Texas 78006 830-331-9424
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LODGING Bed & Breakfasts, Cottages, & Rentals August House B&B 109 W. Evergreen St. 1.888.346.9066 Boerne Birdhouse 508 Graham 210.861.733 Cibolo Crossing Lodge 103 Cibolo Bridge Drive 719-659-5497
(Available Summers & Christmas)
Hill Country Farm House B&B 428 Turner Ave. 830.331.7219 Hosack House 202 E. Hosack 210.316.5736 White Oak Cottage 129 E. Evergreen 210.316.5736 James St. Livery Guesthouse 111 James St. 210.274.4051 The Garden House 109 W. Evergreen St. 830.249.4964 The Legendary Texas Polo Club at Phillip Manor Square 706 S. Main 830.816.5114
Hampton Inn & Suites
Tapatio Springs Hill Country Resort 1 Resort Way 830.537.4611
Sealy Bed & Breakfast 117 Wanda St. 830.816.5215
B&B Reservation Service Boerne Reservations 2400 IH-10 W. #101 210.912.1315 www.hillcountrystay.com www.VRBO.com www.airbnb.com www.backroadstexas.net www.homeaway.com
Hotels/Motels Comfort Inn & Suites 35000 IH-10W 830.249.6800 Days Inn 35150 IH-10W 830.249.9791 Fairfield Inn & Suites 6 Cascade Caverns Rd 830.368.4167 Hampton Inn & Suites 34935 IH-10W 830.816.8800 Best Western 36756 IH-10W 830.249.1212 Motel 6 1228 S. Main 830.249.3562
The William 170 S. Main 830.249.2138 Ye Kendall Inn 128 W. Blanco Rd. 830.249.2138
RV Parks/ Campgrounds Alamo Fiesta RV Park 33000 IH-10W 830.249.2138 Bergheim Campgrounds 103 White Water Rd. 830.336.2235 Cascade Caverns RV Park 226 Cascade Caverns Rd 830.755.8080 Cave Without A Name 325 Kreutzberg Rd. 830.537.4212 Guadalupe River State Park 3350 Park Rd. 31 830.438.2656 Top of the Hill RV Resort 12 Green Cedar Rd. 830.537.3666
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BEST WESTERN INN & SUITES This hotel was radically transformed in 2016 with a completely new contemporary design in gorgeous colors that instantly awaken the senses when you step through the front door! Front desk staff is always friendly and ready to greet you! State-of-the-art fitness equipment, free weights, Medicine Balls, and Yoga mats are all part of the newly re-imagined fitness center, and there is a sparkling outdoor pool. Bring Fido along, too, because they love you AND your pets! The exterior of the property has been professionally landscaped with native Texas Hill Country foliage and upscale lighting, and don’t miss the “build-your-own-breakfast” in the lounge area with large, flat screen TVs and multiple built-in charging work stations. Waffles, pancakes, hash browns, and Texas favorites that rotate on a daily
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basis. Plus, with the great Best Western brand behind them, you know that you will get the comfort, quality and value that you’ve come to expect! Business center; laundry facilities on site. For groups and events, there is also a stunning hospitality room. Located at 36756 IH-10W at the Johns Road exit in Boerne. 830-249-1212. www.bestwestern.com
COMFORT INN & SUITES “Comfort Hotels help you feel refreshed and ready to take on the day,” promises the branding, and guests at the Comfort Inn & Suites-Texas Hill Country consistently rave about the location, comfort, and friendly customer service. To get your morning started off right, they serve a free hot breakfast that offers everything from eggs, waffles and meat to healthy options like yogurt and fresh fruit. There is also a fabulous VIP suite that will make any guest feel like royalty! This 100% smoke-free hotel caters to both vacationing tourists and business travelers, and even the family pet! Complementary services include WiFi, a business center, laundry room, Sundry shop, and gym. They also feature a meeting room that is perfect for corporate groups and private events. For
bridal parties, the friendly staff goes above and beyond to add extra special touches to make the day unforgettable. Each room offers bedding that features a selection of pillows ranging from firm to soft, as well as in-room amenities including refrigerators and microwaves, sofa sleepers, in-room coffee, plenty of electrical outlets and a bedside USB port. Interior upgrades include new carpet, tile, furniture, wallpaper and décor in guest rooms and public spaces, and guest bathrooms will be transformed with cultured-marble surround panels and steel tubs.
35000 IH10W (Exit 540 in Boerne)
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DAYS INN Discover a great location for a visit to Boerne at the newly remodeled Days Inn Boerne, a 74- room two-story inn overlooking the picturesque Texas Hill Country. Steps away from Boerne’s Main Street shopping and dining, this comfortable inn features rooms with hardwood flooring, new linens and updated décor. The lobby is spacious and inviting with a “home away from home” feel, and the staff of the perfectly-located property is friendly, accommodating and ready to welcome you as their guest! You know and love Days Inn for their great lodging value and amenities, and Days Inn Boerne is a favorite place to return time and time again for both leisure travel and business. Days Inn Boerne features a free continental breakfast, a conference
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room, business center, elevator, and fitness room. The outdoor area features a spacious swimming pool and lots of ample parking. The in-room amenities include micro fridge and coffee maker, Wi-Fi connection, cable TV with HBO and much more. The property is handicapped accessible and pet friendly. Located at 35150 IH-10W in Boerne at the Hwy 46 exit (exit 540). 830-249-9791. www.daysinnboerne.com
WEDDINGS & EVENTS The Ingenhuett on High
The unbeatable combination of small town charm against the backdrop of the breathtaking Texas Hill Country make Boerne an ultimate destination for weddings and events. Boerne has some coveted venues that range from small, intimate affairs underneath an outdoor
gazebo to large, formal events at area resorts, country clubs, ranches and private luxury venues. In addition to a large variety of private and city-operated venues, many area hotels also offer meeting rooms for weddings and events.
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WEDDINGS & EVENTS A few of our great meeting, event & wedding venues
Ag Heritage Museum Bella Springs Ranch Belleori Branded T Ranch Burdick Community Center Cana Ballroom at St. Peters Cherokee Rose Cibolo Nature Center Crow’s Nest/Longhorn Café CW Hill Country Ranch Cypress Grille The Dienger Trading Co. Don Strange Ranch Enchanted Springs Ranch Happy H Ranch Hungry Horse Restaurant Helene House Event Center Ingenhuett on High Joshua Creek Ranch Kendalia Halle
Kendall County Fairgrounds Kendall County Youth Ag & Equestrian Center Kendall Plantation Kronkosky Place Main Plaza Gazebo Marquardt Ranch Menger Springs Nelson City Dancehall Paniolo Ranch Patrick Heath Library Phillip Manor Square Random Ring Mountain Event Center
The Roundup Scenic Loop Café Singing Waters Vineyard SisterCreek Ranch Sisterdale Dance Hall Spinelli’s Cathedral Tapatio Springs Hill Co. Resort The Taste of Boerne Waring General Store Welfare Café & Goat Barn Ye Kendall Inn Contact individual hotels (pg. 57) & churches (pg.64) for space availability.
Enchanted Springs Ranch
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COMMUNITY Cibolo Nature Center
Boerne isn’t just a great place to visit-it is also a great place to live & raise a family, or to retire. But don’t just take our word for it: Family Circle Magazine named Boerne as one of the “Ten Best Towns for Families” in their August 2014 edition. Reasons that were cited for our selection include the affordable housing options, the strong sense of community,
and the exemplary school system. Many residents choose to live here even if they work in nearby San Antonio. You will have the small-town camaraderie and clean, open air & congestion-free streets, yet still live close to one of the largest cities in Texas. Come visit us-- & then come back and stay.
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COMMUNITY HOSPITAL/MEDICAL
Methodist Boerne Emergency Center 134 Menger Springs Rd. (off of IH-10) 210.638.4000 Promptu Urgent Care 1201 S. Main St. #118/830.815.1080 Boerne Acute Care 1421 S Main St #111/830.249.9995
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Patrick Heath Public Library 451 N. Main St./830.249.3053 BoerneLibrary.org Boerne Visitor Center 1407 S. Main/830.249.7277 VisitBoerne.org Boerne Chamber of Commerce 121 S. Main St/830.249.8000 Boerne.org Boerne Kendall County Economic Development 1221 S. Main St. Ste. 100/830.331.9070 KendallCountyEDC.com
PLACES OF WORSHIP
Boerne Bible Church Boerne Church of Christ Boerne Congregation Jehovah’s Witness Boerne First Baptist Church Boerne United Pentecostal The Church of Jesus Christ of LDS Cibolo Creek Community Church Community Bible Church Currey Creek Church Faith Bible Church of Boerne First United Methodist Church of Boerne Hill Country Church at Fair Oaks Ranch Kendall County Cowboy Church Living Hope Church Assembly of God Messiah Lutheran nineteen:ten Church St. Helena’s Episcopal St. John’s Anglican St. John Lutheran St. Mark Presbyterian Church St. Peter’s Catholic Church Spring Creek United Methodist Church Trinity Presbyterian Church Unity Church of Boerne
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Adult and Children’s Bible Studies 9:15 a.m.
“Messiah’s Kids” Preschool
Secure, Christian, learning environment for children aged 2 1/2 years - 5 years. Pre-K with degreed teachers, planned curriculum, low ratios, and state licensed.
Messiah Lutheran Church (LCMS)
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