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 celebration of the culture, art, traditions, and languages of the native population known as the Coahuiltecans that have been part of the San Marcos area for thousands of years. More than 100 native dancers from across Texas gather at the Meadows Center dressed in beautiful, hand-crafted regalia and compete all day to the beat of traditional drums and songs. 

Frights & Sounds 

October 4-5

The San Marcos Frights and Sounds Music Festival showcases over thirty Texas-based bands across various genres. This festive event invites local vendors to showcase their unique crafts, tasty treats, and delights from community favorites. Attendees are encouraged to come in their costumes for the Halloween season and immerse themselves in the lively music and local arts scene. 

Lost River Film Fest

October 17-20

Cinephiles won't want to miss this four-day offering of new, independent films — culled from across the planet — with screenings in the historic Price Center. In celebration of the tenth anniversary of its theatrical release, opening night will feature a special viewing of Boyhood, the legendary film on adolescence, unconventionally shot over 12 years, in part in Downtown San Marcos.

Eddie Durham Jazz Fest

October 19

Jazz lovers will get a kick out of the Eddie Durham Jazz Fest in Eddie Durham Park! The fest celebrates local legend, and jazz icon, Eddie Durham in his namesake park from 11am-6pm. Enjoy live jazz performances from Morris Nelms and the Calaboose Players, Indigo Soul featuring Sonia Love, The Blues Revue, Blue Mist, The Jamie Kreuger Group, and the Texas State University Jazz Ensemble. 

Art Squared Art Market

2nd Saturdays Through December 

Art Squared Arts Market is a juried arts and fine crafts market that brings the best local artists together in one place. You'll find great art, live music, a free kid's arts and crafts booth, live art demonstrations, and more. Note that the September market will take place at The Price Center instead of on the Hays County Courthouse lawn as the Courthouse undergoes landscaping work.