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Fredericksburg is one of the most historic cities in Texas, with its rich German traditions still prominent today. With that history comes some souls still sticking around, and Haunted Fredericksburg Ghost Walk is there to introduce you to those souls.

Wildseed Farms in Fredericksburg has over 35 years of wildflower seed production experience. Founded in 1983, Wildseed Farms was created with the intention to make beautiful wildflowers more accessible at a cheaper rate for businesses and the residents of Fredericksburg.

Keeping German traditions and heritage alive are two local choirs — the Arion Men’s Choir and the Hermann Sons Mixed Choir. The choirs meet weekly for fellowship and singing. Membership is voluntary and adults who enjoy singing are invited to join in and participate any time.

The annual Antique Machinery Show at the Gillespie County Fair Grounds, Saturday, May 20, will show visitors how work was done during the early days of the century. The show will open at 8 a.m.

Runners can celebrate Texas Wildflower Day in the Hill Country by competing in the 29th Annual Fredericksburg Wildflower Run/Walk on Saturday, April 22. Competitors will follow a scenic course in and around Fredericksburg that begins and ends downtown at Marktplatz. There will be parking, restrooms and registration available on race day. There will be a 5K and 10K run and 5K walk this year.

Colorful wildflowers, juicy peaches, delectable wines and a whole lot of Gemütlichkeit (warmth and friendliness). These are a part of what makes Gillespie County and Fredericksburg such an appealing place for more than 1.5 million visitors each year. People come to experience all of the above, plus the National Museum of the Pacific War (a Smithsonian affiliate and first-class museum), art galleries, Main Street shops, burgeoning restaurant scene and Luckenbach’s legendary, laid-back environment.

Skaters and bikers have a safe place to ply their trade in Fredericksburg.

Achance to help students while enjoying an evening of fun, fellowship and prizes will be offered at the 27th annual Scholarship Fest on Saturday, Sept. 23, at the Gillespie County Fair Grounds.

Cross Mountain, located just north of Fredericksburg, has been topped with crosses since before Fredericksburg’s founding in 1846.

Interweaving the stories of America, China, Japan, Korea and other Asian countries, the story about how World War II was won in the Pacific can be found in Fredericksburg at the National Museum of the Pacific War.

When it comes to peaches, some of the sweetest and best tasting can be found right here in Gillespie County. And that’s due in large part to the minerals and micronutrients of the Hill Country soil. The 1,700-foot altitude temperature variation helps intensify the flavor of the fruit.

To most, it’s just two signs on a corner. But have you ever wondered how Fredericksburg’s streets got their names?

Six concerts are scheduled during the spring and summer months as part of the 2023 Marktplatz Pedernales Creative Arts Alliance (PCAA) Musical Evenings Series.

The Gillespie County Fair Grounds horse racetrack will host four big weekends of live horse racing over the summer of 2023. Race dates, rain or shine, are scheduled for July 1-2, July 15-16, Aug. 12-13 and Aug. 26-27. Admission is $10 per person, $5 for children 6-12, and free for children five or under.

The Hill Country has its own diverse houses of worship for all locals and visitors to find a place to freely express their beliefs. For the most up-to-date information, call, visit the website or social media accounts of each house of worship.

This year, Harper will celebrate its cowboy roots at the 59th annual Harper Frontier Days & Rodeo at the Harper Community Park on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 23-24. Frontier Days is a celebration of the way life used to be in this community located in the western part of Gillespie County.

Though the Hill Country is known around the globe for its wine, the area is also home to several craft breweries and distilleries. For the most up-to-date information, call, visit the business’s website or social media accounts.

Fredericksburg Theater Company (FTC) announced selections for its 27th season on March 1, including five musicals, plus an award-winning drama and comedy.