Dripping Springs has a uniquely Texan history that dates back to the 1800s. While you can certainly read about it in a library book or on the internet, doesn’t stepping into the past sound a bit more adventurous? Visitors can do that when stopping by the Pound House Historical Farmstead Museum. The 19th-century…
Mark your calendar because the Dripping Springs Brewer’s Festival, an annual celebration of the area’s local breweries, is making a return! Last year was the festival’s inaugural year and it was such a success that it’s coming back again in 2023 and will be taking place on March 25 from 11 AM to 5…
February might be the shortest month of the year, but there’s no shortage of fun events happening during those 28 days. Wild game suppers, dance lessons, and nature hikes are just a few of the events happening around the Dripping Springs area that you’re going to want to check out! Dripping Springs Wild Game…
You’ve probably heard that Austin is the live music capital of the world. If you’ve visited, it’s easy to see why—there are local artists, bands, and venues around every corner. From bars with nightly live tunes to large venues for big-name, touring artists, there’s no shortage of music to enjoy in Austin. That said, a…
Looking for a special Valentine’s Day meal in Dripping Springs? Here are some local restaurants that are sure to make for a wonderful meal to enjoy with someone you love—a spouse, significant other, or best friend! Flores Mexican Restaurant: If you’re looking to spice things up this Valentine’s Day, then take your date and…
Whether you’re new to the Texas Hill Country or you’re a local who resided here originally, the area offers endless opportunities for activities and exploration. To the east of Dripping Springs is Austin, to the south San Antonio, to the north Burnet and Marble Falls, to the west Fredericksburg and Johnson City – with several…
Be it an Apple-Jacked Cider, Salty Texan, or Blackberry Bourbon Bramble, it’s a safe bet that your drink is going to taste a little bit more like Texas with a spirit from Dripping Springs Distillery. For more than 15 years, the family-owned distillery has been crafting award-winning vodka, bourbon, and gin right here in Hays…
Dripping Springs isn’t just attracting local Texans and out-of-state transplants, it’s also drawing native Texans who have moved out of the Lone Star state and are coming back home. This is the story of the owners of Summer Revival Wine Co., Becky and Ian Atkins. The husband and wife team are from Texas but had…
If it’s a scare that you seek, you don’t have to look far to find an event that will make you shriek in the Texas Hill Country. There’s plenty of spooky fun happening this season right here in Dripping Springs and the greater Austin area. From ghostly chills to ravenous beasts and an extravaganza…
It’s no secret that the Texas Hill Country has one of the most active brewery and winery cultures in the United States. In fact, there are nearly 60 breweries, more than 50 wineries, and 18 working distilleries – all within about an hour of the Austin area! Needless to say, visiting all of them…