Live Music in the Texas Hill Country
From Gruene Hall's cedar-plank floor to Sunday sets on Fredericksburg patios, the Hill Country runs on live music. These are the venues, dance halls and dive stages we come back to.
9 picks.
Gruene Hall
Texas' oldest dance hall — live music every night.
John T. Floore's Country Store
Legendary outdoor honky-tonk in Helotes since 1942.
Cheatham Street Warehouse
Legendary San Marcos music venue where George Strait got his start.
Luckenbach Texas
Legendary watering hole with pickin' circles and live jams.
Whitewater Amphitheater
Iconic outdoor concert venue on the Guadalupe River in New Braunfels.
Riley's Tavern
Historic roadhouse with roots music every weekend.
11th Street Cowboy Bar
Honky-tonk heaven in the Cowboy Capital.
Devil's Backbone Tavern
A historic, musician-owned Hill Country roadhouse on FM 32 in Fischer. Known for live music, cold beer, and authentic Texas atmosphere. Also hosts weddings, private events, and has been featured in film and photography. A true Hill Country landmark.
Candlelight Concerts San Antonio
Intimate candlelit concerts in stunning San Antonio venues, featuring classical renditions of popular music from artists like Joe Hisaishi, Juan Gabriel, and more. A magical, one-of-a-kind musical experience.