👉Big Restaurant News + Weekend Planner

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Good morning, Boerne. This is The Boerne Life, the newsletter that has a big weekend for you. And we also have some BIG RESTAURANT NEWS. So let’s cut to the chase and get right to it!👇

— Chris

INTRODUCING OUR NEW PARTNER: MESQUITE ARCHERY 🎯

Fall means hunting season is upon us. And if you’re a bow hunter (or curious about getting into bow hunting) you’re going to want to know about our new sponsors, Mesquite Archery. Owned and operated by a lifetime Boerne resident, Mesquite Archery has everything you need for this hunting season, whether you’re a seasoned veteran or a complete beginner, including both indoor and outdoors ranges for practice.

Visit them for no-frills, common sense advice from someone who has been bow hunting for decades. Learn more on their website or visit them at their Boerne location,  

📍41205 I-10 Bldg D, Boerne, TX 78006.
➡️ Learn more here

THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND

Celebrations & Festivals

1. Vintage Flea at 8th Street Market

The annual Fall Vintage Flea is back in Comfort with three full days of shopping for antiques, art, artisan goods, and timeless treasures. VIP Night was Thursday, but general admission runs Friday through Sunday, free and open to the public from 9 am to 5 pm.
➡️ Details here

2. Grand Re-Opening Weekend at Principle Hyundai Boerne

Celebrate the big reopening with two themed days: Friday features tacos from Tacos Loyosa, a live DJ, and exclusive deals, while Saturday is Family Day with burgers, hot dogs, shaved ice, DJ, and more specials. Admission is free.
➡️ Details here

3. $2 Thrift Sale at The Closet Thrift Shop

On Friday from 9 am to 3 pm, everything at The Closet Thrift Shop at The Center is just $2 — yes, even jewelry. All proceeds benefit senior programming at The Center. Find it at 17 Old San Antonio Road.

4. Core Happy Hour at Core Athletic Club

This fitness gym with a bar is hosting a free happy hour Friday from 6–8 pm, complete with vendors like Lululemon, bioworX, and Sugar Sugar. Parents can even drop kids in the onsite Kids Club while they browse.
➡️ Details here

5. Live Music at Valeria Restaurant

Boerne’s newest cocktail lounge keeps it chill with live music from Jorge Polomo on Friday and Saturday evenings, 6–9 pm. A great spot to unwind with dinner and drinks.
➡️ Details here

BREAKING NEWS: 28 SONGS PARTNERS WITH Z’S PIZZA CHEF FOR NEW PIZZA PARLOR 🍕

We’ve been teasing this one for a while, and now it’s official: a brand-new pizza concept is headed to Boerne. Carmella’s Pizza Parlor will open next door to 28 Songs Brewhouse + Kitchen, born from a partnership between the 28 Songs team and Chef Zachary Disch — the talent behind the much-loved Z’s Pizza.

If you’ve been in Boerne long, you’ll remember Z’s as one of the town’s favorite pizza spots until it closed last year. Now Chef Disch is back, teaming up with Don and the crew at 28 Songs to create a new parlor that blends the brewery’s community-driven vibe with his passion for authentic, high-quality pizza.

The menu will feature a curated selection of classic and contemporary pizzas, served in the tradition of hand-tossed, thin-crust, crispy New York style while also highlighting a Detroit-style pan pizza as the house specialty. Guests can also look forward to grinders, house-made meatballs and sausage, gelato, and other specialties—celebrating fresh ingredients, traditional techniques, and a dedication to craftsmanship. A small beer and wine bar and family-friendly arcade games will round out the nostalgic pizza-parlor experience.

Carmella’s is expected to open beginning of 2026, with more details on the menu and opening date coming in the weeks ahead. One thing’s for sure: pizza night in Boerne is getting a major upgrade.

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6. Women Who Inspire Through the Generations at Patrick Heath Library

Saturday from 10:30 am to 2 pm, hear inspiring stories and conversations from local women leaders, moderated by Shan Ott Wiley of Boerne Radio. Tickets include coffee from Brevity and a complimentary lunch.
➡️ Details here

7. Thrifty Happy Hour at HCAL Thrift Store

Sip drinks, win prizes, and score exclusive shopping deals Saturday from 5–9 pm at the Hill Country Animal League Thrift Store. Every dollar raised supports affordable spay/neuter services in the community.
➡️ Details here

8. Saddle Up for Strays at Potterosa Barn

This $50 fundraiser on Saturday evening features a chuckwagon dinner, live music from Duran Duo, dancing, and auctions. Proceeds benefit Texas Round Up Animal Alliance and their dog rescue efforts.
➡️ Details here

9. Black Rifle Block Party

Saturday night from 5–9 pm at BRCC Boerne, enjoy live music, a car show, food vendors, and family fun with a foam pit and Wiggle Waggle Train. Word is, the celebration includes Mainz Meat Market’s opening — complete with a real tank.
➡️ Details here

10. Singles Night at Lafours Restaurant

Seafood meets socializing Saturday from 6–8:30 pm with icebreaker games, family-style apps and desserts, and entrées like fried shrimp, catfish, or Cajun pasta. Tickets are $45 and reservations were due by September 25.
➡️ Details here

WINGSHOOTING SEASON IS OFF TO A GREAT START AT JOSHUA CREEK RANCH

The 36th wingshooting season at Joshua Creek Ranch has officially kicked off, and conditions couldn’t be better. With fantastic fields, abundant birds, and hints of fall in the air, the Texas Hill Country ranch is offering guests unforgettable upland hunting and driven shooting experiences.

Whether seasoned veterans or newcomers to the sport, guests will find Joshua Creek Ranch’s world-class setting to be the perfect backdrop for wingshooting adventures.

Call 830-537-5090 to reserve your next hunt! Learn more here.

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11. Coleton Black at Pure Country BBQ & Grill

Catch Coleton Black live Saturday night from 7–11 pm at Pure Country BBQ in Boerne. A casual Hill Country evening of food, drinks, and music.
➡️ Details here

12. Diablo del Desperado Trail Race at Desperado Resort

Saturday morning head out for a rugged 30K, 10K, and 5K trail race through rocky canyons and steep terrain. Finishers get medals and can cool off in the Guadalupe River. Spectators need a $10 Buddy Pass.
➡️ Details here

13. 150th Celebration Service at First United Methodist Church

Sunday at 10 am, celebrate 150 years of ministry with a worship service, guest preacher Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey, a Rise Against Hunger meal-packing event, and a family-friendly lunch with inflatables.
➡️ Details here

14. Plant Bingo at Handmade on Main

Wrap up the weekend Sunday from 2–4 pm with bingo, prizes, and mimosas at Handmade on Main. Tickets are $30 and include your first drink. Seating is limited.
➡️ Details here

Looking for more? Make sure to check out our weekend guide for all the fun!

LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN 🎶

Want to know where all the live music is this weekend? Make sure to check out our live music guide here.

Explore, Discover, and Play at the Science Mill!

Plan Your Weekend Day Trip Early

Ready for a family day trip that’s both fun and educational? The Science Mill in Johnson City is packed with interactive exhibits and events designed to spark curiosity in kids of all ages.

From Mini Makers classes for preschoolers to themed weekends like Saturday in the Wild, there’s always something new to experience. It’s hands-on, brain-building fun that the whole family will love.

🌐 Plan your visit and check out the full lineup of upcoming events here!

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WEATHER FORECAST

Powered by Trader’s Village

Traders Village San Antonio has reopened its Corny Maze, the only corn maze in the city and the largest in South Texas. And the weather is perfect for it! Open Thursdays through Sundays through November 1, the maze features three trails plus family-friendly fun like pumpkin painting, duck races, a petting zoo, and the Halloween Drive-Thru Light Show.

📍 9333 SW Loop 410, San Antonio | Details here

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

Oct 4: Boerne Book Festival

Oct 10: Hill Country Mile Rod Run

Oct 10: FUMC Pumpkin Patch Begins

Thanks!

Thanks for reading The Boerne Life today. Hope you have a wonderful weekend.

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Until next time,

— Chris

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