San Marcos Like A Local

A Perfect Weekend In Downtown San Marcos

Picture this, you're rested, relaxed, ready to go on an adventure, and Downtown San Marcos is calling your name! Maybe you're hoping for a laid-back weekend spent strolling the Square like a local. Or you're a foodie dying to try some San Marcos staples. Maybe you'd like to spend your energy moving…

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Valentine's Day in San Marcos, TX

It’s February, the month of love! Whether you’re looking to celebrate with a traditional date night or a local adventure, we have some great ideas for your perfect Valentine's Day. The Traditional Date Night Ah, the classic date night dinner and drinks. You really can’t go wrong with treating…

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Music, Murals, & More: Experience the Soul of San Marcos

It's undeniable, San Marcos has a cool vibe about it. From the vibrant art scene and thriving music community to the alfresco dining and crazy awesome outdoor adventures, you're in for a great weekend in San Marcos, Texas. Grab a craft beverage of your choice and kick back for an acoustic set…

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Celebrate The New Year In San Marcos

Well, 2023 is (thank goodness) right around the corner and we can’t wait to ring it in, San Marcos-style! From live music performances and multi-course dinners to cozy firework shows – you’re sure to find a fun way to say goodbye to 2022. NYE at The Porch The Porch This 21+ party starts at 8pm and…

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The Perfect Holiday Weekend in Downtown San Marcos

While it’s always a great time to explore all that Downtown San Marcos has to offer, there is something magical about Downtown during the holiday season. From shopping at local boutiques and art markets to a cozy cup of coffee and a stroll to see the festive décor and murals – there’s plenty of…

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‘Grammable Guide To Downtown San Marcos

Selfies in scenic spots, foodie photos that make us perpetually hungry, group pics to document the memories, and atmospheric shots to note a simple moment in time – we love seeing your SMTXperiences shared on Instagram. The memories captured in Downtown San Marcos are extra special to us. Downtown…

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Brews, Music and More: How to Have a Fun Time in San Marcos

San Marcos has a vibrant nightlife, including several craft breweries that are making unique local offerings, like Middleton Brewing. San Marcos is full of trails for hiking and water for floating, but the fun doesn’t end when the sun goes down. San Marcos is a college town stocked full of bars…

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21 SMTXperiences To Do In 2021

After the year we’ve just experienced, setting goals for the year ahead brings about a bit of, well, skepticism. The idea of setting goals like “lose weight” or “stop biting nails” after a year of sitting on our couch in stretchy pants that used to be a little looser and biting our (freshly washed…

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San Marcos Sweethearts

This Valentine’s Day share the San Marcos you love, with the ones you love! Whether you’re spending Valentine’s Day celebrating your friends, family, pet, significant other or yourself, San Marcos has plenty of activities to love. Romantic Rendezvous San Marcos has been named one of the best…

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7 Reasons the Off-Season Is the Perfect Time to Visit San Marcos

The Meadows Center offers visitors a starting point for exploring Spring Lake, one of the largest artesian springs in the world. San Marcos Convention and Visitor Bureau If the first thing to come to your mind when someone mentions San Marcos is tubing, you’re not alone. Wide, slow-moving rivers…

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