Gruene Crawfish Festival
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11:00 AM — 10:00 PM
Gruene Crawfish Festival
1281 Gruene Rd, New Braunfels, TX
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About This Event
Join us for the annual Gruene Crawfish Festival — the biggest crawfish boil in the Texas Hill Country. Enjoy pounds of fresh crawfish, cold drinks, live music from top Texas artists, and family-friendly games. It's a full day of Southern hospitality and good times.
What to Expect
All-You-Can-Eat Crawfish
Fresh Louisiana crawfish boiled to perfection with corn and potatoes.
Live Music Stage
Enjoy performances from Texas country, zydeco, and Americana artists all day.
Beer Garden
Local craft beers and margaritas served ice cold.
Kids Zone
Face painting, bounce houses, and games to keep the little ones entertained.
Eating Contest
Think you can out-eat the rest? Enter our crawfish eating contest and prove it.
Artisan Market
Browse handmade crafts, art, and goods from local Texas makers.
When & Where
Hours
Festival Days11:00 AM — 10:00 PM
Last CallFood at 8 PM · Music until 10 PM
Good to know
- • Bring a lawn chair or blanket for the music
- • Cash and cards accepted at all vendors
- • Wear comfortable shoes — the grounds are grass
- • Don’t forget sunscreen!
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! The festival goes on rain or shine. We have covered areas for shelter if needed.
Absolutely! Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome. No outside coolers, food, or drinks please.
Very much so! We have a dedicated kids zone with activities, and families are welcome throughout the festival.
Free parking is available in designated lots with shuttle service to the festival grounds.
For safety reasons, pets are not allowed at the festival. Service animals are welcome.