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Two women get all dressed up in their holiday festive best for Sights & Sounds of Christmas at San Marcos Plaza Park in San Marcos, Texas

Your Insider's Guide to San Marcos' Sights & Sounds of Christmas

By Sarah Smith on Dec. 02, 2025

While the rest of Texas is debating whether it's too early to break out the inflatable lawn decorations (it's not, by the way - you do you), San Marcos is gearing up for the most magical nights of the season. The Sights & Sounds of Christmas Festival is returning to Plaza Park, and if you haven't…

Dog on carnival ride at holiday festival

Holiday Season in San Marcos

By Sarah Smith on Nov. 13, 2025

Once the Thanksgiving turkey has been consumed and the cranberry sauce nobody ate has been disposed of properly (it’s tradition), it’s time to look toward all the festivities that December brings. Whether you’re hoping to check off some names on your to-gift list, take the perfect holiday photo, or…

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San Marcos Like A Local

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Your Insider's Guide to San Marcos' Sights & Sounds of Christmas

Holiday Season in San Marcos

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