San Marcos Like A Local

4 Ways to Shop Downtown San Marcos, Texas

Shopping in Downtown San Marcos is always an adventure! The various shops include boutiques that have the latest trends, second-hand and vintage stores that carefully curate their stock, and many unique and colorful markets. Of course, you can’t miss out on shopping for specific niches offering…

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Celebrate Mother's Day in San Marcos, TX

Celebrate Mom in San Marcos, TX with, well, whatever you think she'd like to do! Maybe she wants to spend some time in the great outdoors with her family. Or maybe she'd prefer a quiet afternoon of pampering and spa treatments... Perhaps she'd like to end her day at a local nightlife hot spot or…

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3 Great Reasons to Visit Downtown San Marcos This Summer

Welcome to Downtown San Marcos, where every day feels like a weekend getaway! Discover the vibrant energy that fills the streets, whether you're seeking relaxed leisure or thrilling live entertainment. Prepare to be captivated by mind-blowing music performances, browse inspiring art markets, and…

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Thrift Shopping in San Marcos, Texas

From wanting to be more environmentally conscious to keeping up with the fashion trends (we see you TikTok aesthetics) vintage and thrift shopping has become more popular than ever! Downtown San Marcos has several great options to choose from to discover some fabulous new-to-you items. Shopping at…

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8 Ways to Experience San Marcos

Looking for the ultimate summer adventure? Look no further than San Marcos! Dive into the heart of this vibrant city and experience the best it has to offer. From splashing in the crystal-clear waters of the San Marcos River to exploring the bustling Downtown Square, there's always something to do…

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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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The Instagrammable Guide To San Marcos, Texas

There are few things that fuel our San Marcos-loving souls more than seeing visitors and locals sharing their #SMTXperience on social media. Snapping a photo of your coffee? Love it! A story of the San Marcos River? Yes, please! We love following along on your adventures (feel free to tag us, too at…

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San Marcos Cinema

Hunkered down for a movie night? We created a list of movies and shows filmed in San Marcos for you. Some of these are 15 seconds of San Marcos glory and some were filmed here in their entirety. Let us know which ones are your favorites! Boyhood, Amazon Friday Night Lights, Hulu Piranha, Hulu…

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Fall Favorites in Downtown San Marcos, Texas

The fall season in Downtown San Marcos means wearing that new outfit, seeing old friends, and exploring local businesses. From strolling through a pumpkin patch and sipping on spiced lattes to finding the best deals at local boutiques and discovering vintage treasures – find your new fall favorites…

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