May
2
10:00 AM10:00
May
7
11:00 AM11:00
Luncheons at the Cottage Kitchen
The Charles S. Cock House Museum, home of the iconic Cottage Kitchen, has been beautifully restored to welcome luncheon enthusiasts who enjoyed the Heritage Guild’s famous Friday feasts for nearly 50 years. Erected in 1867, this modest Greek Revival is the oldest remaining residential building in San Marcos.
In 2026, lunch will be served every first Thursday in February through May and August through November. These meals, which include a selection of delicious homemade desserts, are served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for just $10 per person.
Plan now to join other locals at the Cottage Kitchen, 400 East Hopkins Street. If you know, you know!
Jun
20
10:00 AM10:00
Aug
6
11:00 AM11:00
Luncheons at the Cottage Kitchen
The Charles S. Cock House Museum, home of the iconic Cottage Kitchen, has been beautifully restored to welcome luncheon enthusiasts who enjoyed the Heritage Guild’s famous Friday feasts for nearly 50 years. Erected in 1867, this modest Greek Revival is the oldest remaining residential building in San Marcos.
In 2026, lunch will be served every first Thursday in February through May and August through November. These meals, which include a selection of delicious homemade desserts, are served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for just $10 per person.
Plan now to join other locals at the Cottage Kitchen, 400 East Hopkins Street. If you know, you know!
Aug
6
11:00 AM11:00
Luncheons at the Cottage Kitchen
The Charles S. Cock House Museum, home of the iconic Cottage Kitchen, has been beautifully restored to welcome luncheon enthusiasts who enjoyed the Heritage Guild’s famous Friday feasts for nearly 50 years. Erected in 1867, this modest Greek Revival is the oldest remaining residential building in San Marcos.
In 2026, lunch will be served every first Thursday in February through May and August through November. These meals, which include a selection of delicious homemade desserts, are served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for just $10 per person.
Plan now to join other locals at the Cottage Kitchen, 400 East Hopkins Street. If you know, you know!
Sep
3
11:00 AM11:00
Luncheons at the Cottage Kitchen
The Charles S. Cock House Museum, home of the iconic Cottage Kitchen, has been beautifully restored to welcome luncheon enthusiasts who enjoyed the Heritage Guild’s famous Friday feasts for nearly 50 years. Erected in 1867, this modest Greek Revival is the oldest remaining residential building in San Marcos.
In 2026, lunch will be served every first Thursday in February through May and August through November. These meals, which include a selection of delicious homemade desserts, are served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for just $10 per person.
Plan now to join other locals at the Cottage Kitchen, 400 East Hopkins Street. If you know, you know!
Oct
1
11:00 AM11:00
Luncheons at the Cottage Kitchen
The Charles S. Cock House Museum, home of the iconic Cottage Kitchen, has been beautifully restored to welcome luncheon enthusiasts who enjoyed the Heritage Guild’s famous Friday feasts for nearly 50 years. Erected in 1867, this modest Greek Revival is the oldest remaining residential building in San Marcos.
In 2026, lunch will be served every first Thursday in February through May and August through November. These meals, which include a selection of delicious homemade desserts, are served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for just $10 per person.
Plan now to join other locals at the Cottage Kitchen, 400 East Hopkins Street. If you know, you know!
Nov
5
11:00 AM11:00
Luncheons at the Cottage Kitchen
The Charles S. Cock House Museum, home of the iconic Cottage Kitchen, has been beautifully restored to welcome luncheon enthusiasts who enjoyed the Heritage Guild’s famous Friday feasts for nearly 50 years. Erected in 1867, this modest Greek Revival is the oldest remaining residential building in San Marcos.
In 2026, lunch will be served every first Thursday in February through May and August through November. These meals, which include a selection of delicious homemade desserts, are served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for just $10 per person.
Plan now to join other locals at the Cottage Kitchen, 400 East Hopkins Street. If you know, you know!
Apr
25
9:00 AM09:00
Downtown Farmer's Market
San Marcos Farmer's Market provides an outlet for Central Texas farmers and vendors to market their crops and a source of fresh, homegrown and homemade products for the local consumer.
Held every Saturday in Downtown.
Reach out to smtx.farmersmkt@gmail.com for vendor inquiries
Apr
25
9:00 AM09:00
Downtown Farmer's Market
San Marcos Farmer's Market provides an outlet for Central Texas farmers and vendors to market their crops and a source of fresh, homegrown and homemade products for the local consumer.
Held every Saturday in Downtown.
Reach out to smtx.farmersmkt@gmail.com for vendor inquiries
Apr
24
to Apr 26
Apr
23
11:30 AM11:30
SMTX State of the City & District
San Marcos is in one of the fastest-growing counties in the nation. This brings both opportunities and challenges. Attend this informative luncheon with City Manager Stephanie Reyes and Superintendent of Schools Dr. Michael Cardona to hear first-hand about their vision and priorities for continuous progress and collaboration.
Interested in becoming a sponsor for the event? View sponsorship opportunities here.
Apr
18
9:00 AM09:00
Downtown Farmer's Market
San Marcos Farmer's Market provides an outlet for Central Texas farmers and vendors to market their crops and a source of fresh, homegrown and homemade products for the local consumer.
Held every Saturday in Downtown.
Reach out to smtx.farmersmkt@gmail.com for vendor inquiries
Apr
11
9:00 AM09:00
Downtown Farmer's Market
San Marcos Farmer's Market provides an outlet for Central Texas farmers and vendors to market their crops and a source of fresh, homegrown and homemade products for the local consumer.
Held every Saturday in Downtown.
Reach out to smtx.farmersmkt@gmail.com for vendor inquiries
Apr
4
9:00 AM09:00
Downtown Farmer's Market
San Marcos Farmer's Market provides an outlet for Central Texas farmers and vendors to market their crops and a source of fresh, homegrown and homemade products for the local consumer.
Held every Saturday in Downtown.
Reach out to smtx.farmersmkt@gmail.com for vendor inquiries
Apr
2
11:00 AM11:00
Luncheons at the Cottage Kitchen
The Charles S. Cock House Museum, home of the iconic Cottage Kitchen, has been beautifully restored to welcome luncheon enthusiasts who enjoyed the Heritage Guild’s famous Friday feasts for nearly 50 years. Erected in 1867, this modest Greek Revival is the oldest remaining residential building in San Marcos.
In 2026, lunch will be served every first Thursday in February through May and August through November. These meals, which include a selection of delicious homemade desserts, are served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for just $10 per person.
Plan now to join other locals at the Cottage Kitchen, 400 East Hopkins Street. If you know, you know!
Mar
28
9:00 AM09:00
Downtown Farmer's Market
San Marcos Farmer's Market provides an outlet for Central Texas farmers and vendors to market their crops and a source of fresh, homegrown and homemade products for the local consumer.
Held every Saturday in Downtown.
Reach out to smtx.farmersmkt@gmail.com for vendor inquiries
Mar
27
8:30 AM08:30
Coffee & Commerce - City Limits Subaru
Start your day by meeting and connecting with other local business people, exchanging ideas, and discovering new opportunities to grow your business. Enjoy coffee and breakfast treats to fuel your networking!
Every attendee will get to give a 30-second pitch from their business! After the event, you will receive a copy of every attendee's business card. And they will each receive YOURS!
Coffee & Commerce is free for Chamber members, but your RVSP is requested. Please click the "REGISTER" button here
Pro Tip:
Bring a gift certificate or gift basket/item from your business when you attend! Add it to the door prize drawings. It's a great way to promote your business at the event plus generate a new customer you can follow up with!
Mar
21
9:00 AM09:00
Downtown Farmer's Market
San Marcos Farmer's Market provides an outlet for Central Texas farmers and vendors to market their crops and a source of fresh, homegrown and homemade products for the local consumer.
Held every Saturday in Downtown.
Reach out to smtx.farmersmkt@gmail.com for vendor inquiries
Mar
19
5:00 PM17:00
San Marcos Chamber Mixer
This will be held at Southern Star Events (not at the bank).
The fun begins at 5:00 pm for mingling, cold drinks and hors d'oeuvres, and lasts until 7:00pm.
Visit with local business and civic leaders to connect and expand your network! This is a casual time to network out of the office and off the clock. Boost your business network and enjoy free food and drinks at the same time!
Free event for Chamber members and employees, but please RSVP at the "Register" link on this page. Hope to see you there!
SPONSORED BY THREE GREAT PARTNERS: Sunflower Bank, Southern Star Events, and Kiwanis Club.
Mar
17
to Mar 19
LANDSCAPING CAPITAL PROJECT, PHASE ll
Phase ll of the City of San Marco's’ landscaping initiative will install native and adaptive pollinator plants along N CM Allen Pkwy and Hutchison St.
This includes soil amendments such as fertilizer and mulch. The project will also upgrade the drip irrigation at the Mobility Hub to match the upgrades we completed on the Square last spring.
This work will take place March 17 – 19 and is funded by the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) 5.
Mar
17
12:00 AM00:00
St. Patrick's Day
Saint Patrick's Hiphop Night at The Porch
Sean Patrick’s Saint Patrick’s Day Block Party at Sean Patrick’s Irish Pub & Texas Grub
Mar
13
1:00 PM13:00
ARIA Aging Well Workshop
The newest in the Aging Well Workshop series brought to you by TXST's Alliance of Researchers in Aging (ARIA) and the Price Center will feature Dr. Christopher Johnson who will outline some global approaches to managing Alzheimer’s symptoms, focusing on physical exercise, cognitive training, diet, and sensory therapies to improve quality of life and cognition.
Following the formal presentation, participants, who are seated at roundtables, engage in discussions with the speaker, each other, and faculty from the ARIA.
The Price Center and ARIA have been partnering to present a Spring and Fall Aging Well Workshop since 2023. These popular Workshops are free and open to all. A reservation is not required but is appreciated.
Mar
11
3:30 PM15:30
Planning Inclusive and Accessible Events - CTX Learning Festival
Splash Coworking is hosting Planning Inclusive and Accessible Events as part of the 2026 Central Texas (CTX) Learning Festival! Join us at Splash on Wednesday, March 11th at 3:30 PM. Taught by their student intern, Lauren Scott, come learn about current conversations in disability studies and how communities can make events a welcoming space for everyone.
Register for the FREE event here: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSc-5.../viewform...
Discover the growing list of FREE & OPEN learning experiences at: ctxlearningfestival.com
Mar
5
4:30 PM16:30
Young Professionals Networking Mixer
Join the San Marcos Young Professionals Network for this happy hour! Enjoy some drinks while you network with other young professionals in the area.
This event is hosted and sponsored by Melrose River Club.
We’ll also have some exciting door prizes up for grabs, and if you'd like to promote your business, feel free to bring a prize of your own to share!
Held for those 21 to 45 who live/work/study in the San Marcos area! YP happy hour events are a great way to unwind and grow your professional network.
Mar
5
11:00 AM11:00
Luncheons at the Cottage Kitchen
The Charles S. Cock House Museum, home of the iconic Cottage Kitchen, has been beautifully restored to welcome luncheon enthusiasts who enjoyed the Heritage Guild’s famous Friday feasts for nearly 50 years. Erected in 1867, this modest Greek Revival is the oldest remaining residential building in San Marcos.
In 2026, lunch will be served every first Thursday in February through May and August through November. These meals, which include a selection of delicious homemade desserts, are served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for just $10 per person.
Plan now to join other locals at the Cottage Kitchen, 400 East Hopkins Street. If you know, you know!
Feb
28
12:30 PM12:30
New Book Conversation: Poverty Rebels: Black and Brown Protest in Post-Civil Rights America by Dr. Case D. Nichols
Join the Calaboose African American History Museum in honoring Black History Month. Let’s celebrate the legacy, culture, and achievements that have enriched our world.
Feb
21
10:00 AM10:00
National African American Read In
Join the Calaboose African American History Museum in honoring Black History Month. Let’s celebrate the legacy, culture, and achievements that have enriched our world.
Feb
14
1:00 PM13:00
Mardi Gras Parade After Party
Mardi Gras After Party - Parking Lot Style! 💚🎺
Laissez les bons temps rouler on February 14
TIME UPDATE | 1-4 PM with a festive after party you won’t want to miss!
✨ Float Parking/Viewing
🍲 Gumbo Cook-Off
🎶 Live Music
🎨 Fun Events for Kids
🍹 Drink Specials flowing all afternoon
Bring the whole crew, show off your Mardi Gras spirit, and celebrate with food, music, and good vibes!
Feb
14
9:30 AM09:30
Peace in Action: Nonviolence as a Tool for Change
Join the Calaboose African American History Museum in honoring Black History Month. Let’s celebrate the legacy, culture, and achievements that have enriched our world.
Feb
7
12:30 PM12:30
The State of Black San Marcos: A Dialogue
Join the Calaboose African American History Museum in honoring Black History Month. Let’s celebrate the legacy, culture, and achievements that have enriched our world.
Feb
5
11:00 AM11:00
Luncheons at the Cottage Kitchen
The first Cottage Kitchen Luncheon of the year is set for Thursday, February 5, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Charles S. Cock House Museum (400 E Hopkins St). The host will be Leadership San Marcos, who will serve Italian Garden's lasagna and salad with rolls and assorted homemade desserts. Come enjoy this delicious meal and see some friendly San Marcos faces for just $10 at the door (cash or check please).
Dec
27
9:00 AM09:00
Downtown Farmer's Market
San Marcos Farmer's Market provides an outlet for Central Texas farmers and vendors to market their crops and a source of fresh, homegrown and homemade products for the local consumer.
Held every Saturday in Downtown.
Reach out to smtx.farmersmkt@gmail.com for vendor inquiries
Dec
20
9:00 AM09:00
Downtown Farmer's Market
San Marcos Farmer's Market provides an outlet for Central Texas farmers and vendors to market their crops and a source of fresh, homegrown and homemade products for the local consumer.
Held every Saturday in Downtown.
Reach out to smtx.farmersmkt@gmail.com for vendor inquiries
Dec
13
9:00 AM09:00
Art Squared Arts Market
The Art Squared Arts Market is a juried arts and fine crafts market, bringing the best local artists together in one place. The Market always takes place at the San Marcos, Texas Downtown Square on the Second Saturday of each month, March - December.
Rain or shine, you’ll find
great art and fine crafts - drawing, painting, sculpture, glasswork, ceramics, textiles, fine jewelry, costume jewelry, woodworking, leather, mixed media, photography, and more!
fabulous live music
free kid’s arts and crafts booth
a featured local non-profit organization
a featured artist of the month
live art demonstrations
free art supplies
…and so much more!
Dec
13
9:00 AM09:00
Downtown Farmer's Market
San Marcos Farmer's Market provides an outlet for Central Texas farmers and vendors to market their crops and a source of fresh, homegrown and homemade products for the local consumer.
Held every Saturday in Downtown.
Reach out to smtx.farmersmkt@gmail.com for vendor inquiries
Dec
11
to Dec 12
Dec
6
5:30 PM17:30
