From folklore and hearsay, to hauntings and unexplained occurrences, you don’t have to look hard for someone with a spooky San Marcos story… Thompson Island Bridge Probably the most well-known spooky San Marcos tale revolves around a soldier who had a promise to keep. Legend has it that a…
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THE MUSICAL HISTORY OF SAN MARCOS San Marcos has long been a hub for live music, with Cheatham Street Warehouse at the heart of it all. This iconic venue has launched the careers of countless musicians, including George Strait, and shaped the local music scene since 1974. As it celebrates 50 years…
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Photo By: Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park The Halloween fun runs all month long in San Marcos, Texas! Check out the goods at the monthly witches' market. Jam out at a two-day music and arts festival. Take a haunted cave tour during the last two weekends in October. Kick back and enjoy spooky…
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Indigenous Peoples' Day is a great time to honor, learn about, and celebrate San Marcos’ first residents and the Indigenous community who call San Marcos home today. The Sacred Springs Powwow, public art, photography exhibits, remarkable artifacts, and more - San Marcos wouldn’t be the place we all…
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San Marcos really is the place to be. The vibrant colors, sounds, textures, flavors, and most importantly, people of San Marcos have created a unique local culture that you simply have to experience for yourself. Peruse our galleries and see what our local artists are up to. Go to an art market…
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Arts, vintage, farmers, and even mystical! There are lots of fun markets to peruse and shop in San Marcos, Texas. Check out what our local artisans are creating, taste the flavors of San Marcos through our regional vendors, and find a hidden treasure you didn't know you need…
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Break out your maroon and gold – it’s football season in San Marcos! Bobcats of all ages will be heading to UFCU Stadium for tailgating and cheering their team on to victory. While you may be in town to cheer for your alma mater or join in on your kid’s university fun, there’s plenty to experience…
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Shopping in San Marcos is always an adventure! We’ve got one of the largest outlet shopping centers in the country where you could spend days, and we mean days, combing over all the discounted scores at name-brand and luxury stores. There are lots of markets to shop – a market for those looking for…
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Hey there, Bobcat parents and families! Welcome to San Marcos, Texas—the laid-back, vibrant little city where your Texas State student has found their home away from home. Whether you're here for a quick weekend visit or planning to stick around a bit longer, we've got the lowdown on the best spots…
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Fall is the perfect time to plan your next SMTXperience! The San Marcos events calendar is stacked with everything from a Sacred Springs Powwow to a film festival and art markets. And, of course, so much more! SACRED SPRINGS POWWOW October 5-6 The Sacred Springs Powwow is a two-day annual…
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