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4 Ways to Shop San Marcos

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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Celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day in San Marcos, Texas

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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Creepin' It Real: Halloween Fun in San Marcos, Texas

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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Fall Races & Fun Runs in San Marcos, Texas

After a long, hot summer it's finally running season in San Marcos, Texas! Whether you're hoping to take to the trails on an off-road race or find a fun run fit for the whole family, there are some great options coming up this season in San Marcos. So tie up your laces, limber up, and for goodness'…

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Fall in San Marcos

Photo by: @ashwick_ While it’s hard to beat summer in San Marcos, autumn just might give it a run for its money. The temperature drops to a comfortable range, comfort food graces restaurant menus, football gives us something to look forward to weekly and seasonally flavored beverages become…

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Celebrate Pride in San Marcos, Texas

Celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride weekend in Downtown San Marcos, Texas! Start with the SMTX Pride Festival's march, music, and more on Saturday (9/9). Then, the Loud & Proud Pride Fest shines with LGBTQ+ bands, drag artists, and DJs at several venues around town. On Sunday (9/10), experience Colors Of The…

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Football Season In San Marcos

Break out your maroon and gold – it’s football season in San Marcos! Bobcats of all ages will be heading to Bobcat 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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