Spring Events
March, April, May
Sustainability Fair and Native Plant Sale
Learn how to get involved in sustainability in our area and visit with the different sustainability organizations. In addition, there will be a mini-series of workshops happening throughout the day as well as our celebrated Spring Native Plant Sale. The event takes place from 9 am- 4 pm. Check out our calendar for more information.
Miss Beautiful SMTX and You(th) Can Do It! Pageants - postponed, date TBD
The Miss Beautiful SMTX and You(th) Can Do It! Pageants are being held in conjunction on April 24, 2020 at Hernandez Elementary School. There is a $10 entry fee for youth to participate and a $25 entry fee for adults to participate. SMCISD students do not have to pay an entry fee. Contestants do not have to reside in San Marcos. The public is welcome to come join the fun and support the contestants in their journey.
Youth prizes will be awarded for Queen/King and First, Second, and Third Runner Up in the following categories: Little Miss Beautiful SMTX, Jr. Miss Beautiful SMTX, Little Mr. San Marvelous, and Jr. Mr. San Marvelous. Awards will also be given for Most Expressive and Most Inspirational. “Little” contestants are ages 4‐12. “Junior” contestants are ages 13‐17. Adult prizes will be awarded for Queen/Miss Beautiful SMTX and First, Second, Third Runner Up, Most Expressive, and Most Inspirational for female contestants ages 18 and up. Entry forms may be picked up at the San Marcos Activity Center, 501 E. Hopkins, and the Parks and Recreation Office, 401 E. Hopkins or can be downloaded here.
For more information email the Pageant organizers. If you are interested in volunteering sign up here.
Farmer Fred's Garden Spring Carnival
Details for the 2021 Spring Carnival are TBA.
Farmer Fred invites all of his friends out to Plaza Park and City Park for his annual Carnival the Thursday before Easter. This event features a free age-grouped egg hunt, carnival games, prizes & candy, and much more! Check our calendar for more information.
Mother & Son Bowling Night
Details for the 2021 Mother & Son Bowling Night are TBA.
This event takes place the Friday before Mother's Day at Sunset Bowling Lanes in San Marcos. Mothers/Mother figures and Sons are invited for an evening of bowling and fun! There is a cost associated with this event and pre-registration is required. Visit our calendar for more information.
Party in Your Park
Details for the 2021 Party in Your Park series are TBA.
Party in Your Park takes place four times each year! We bring the party to you by visiting various neighborhood parks throughout the year. Each event features family-friendly fun, including yard games, music, refreshments, and more. Our spring Party in Your Park events take place in March and May. Check our calendar for more information!