Top 3 Things to Do in Boerne This Weekend: October 17-19, 2025
Hey Boerne neighbors, as the October chill settles in and the Hill Country hills glow with that golden light, it's the ideal moment to trade in the daily hustle for a dose of what makes our town tick – those shared experiences that lift the spirits and remind us why we call this place home. If the week's left you craving a break, this weekend delivers with three gems that blend laughter, family time, and that unmistakable local warmth. We've zeroed in on events that let you connect with fellow residents, unwind in the fresh air, or indulge in a bit of theatrical escapism. Grab a friend, the kids, or even the pup, and let's make the most of it.
2. The Addams Family: A Musical Comedy — Saturday, Oct 18 (and Sunday matinee)
Something a little theatrical for the weekend — Boerne Love is presenting The Addams Family: A Musical Comedy at Champion High School Auditorium. Boerne Love
Saturday, Oct 18 at 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, Oct 19 matinee at 3:00 p.m.
Location: Champion High School Auditorium
If you’ve never watched the kooky charm of the Addams clan stage-style, this is your chance. Between the sarcastic wit, the eerie humor, and the musical numbers, it’s a fun date night or family outing. Bonus: it gives you something to brag about at dinner — “Did I mention I saw a full dance number about a disembodied hand?”
1. Barktoberfest — Saturday, Oct 18 (Main Plaza, Boerne)
Bring your dog, borrow a neighbor’s dog, or just go for the people-watching (and canine costume contest). The 5th Annual Barktoberfest returns Saturday, Oct 18, at the Main Plaza in Boerne. It’s an Oktoberfest-meets-pet-parade kind of day. Hill Country Animal League+1
Expect:
Doggy dash races and a costume contest (yes, your pup in Lederhosen is not off the table)
Local beer vendors, food trucks, and music
Rescue pet adoptions, a petting zoo, and games for kids
Silent auction to benefit Hill Country Animal League
Why it’s worth your Saturday: It’s small-town, it’s heartfelt, and it’s exactly the kind of event that reminds you Boerne’s personality isn’t just pretty streets and hills — it’s neighbors coming out, supporting local causes, and smiling at someone else’s dog. If you love pets or want to adopt, this is your day.
🕙 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Greater Boerne Chamber of Commerce+1
📍 Location: Main Plaza, Boerne Greater Boerne Chamber of Commerce
3. Emerson’s Drive: Fall Festival — Sunday, Oct 19 (Vista Swim)
Round off the weekend by leaning fully into the fall vibe. Emerson’s Drive: Fall Festival is set for Sunday evening, Oct 19, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Vista Swim. Greater Boerne Chamber of Commerce
Expect a gently lit evening of live music, food, and local folks gathering as the sun sets. It’s quieter than a festival, but that’s the point — more breathing room, more small moments (kids running, couples walking, neighbors chatting).
If you time it right, you can make a loop: attend Addams Family earlier in the day, rest a bit, then head over to the festival and let live music carry you toward Monday.
Weekend at a Glance
Here’s a simple table to drop into your blog (styled in your brand colors) so readers can see where and when:
| Event | Date & Time | Location | URL |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Addams Family: A Musical Comedy | October 17, 7:00 PM | Champion High School Auditorium, 21155 West Loop 1604, Boerne, TX | Event Details |
| Barktoberfest | October 18, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Boerne Main Plaza | Event Details |
| Emerson's Drive Fall Festival | October 19, 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM | Vista Swim Academy, 1490 Bandera Rd, Boerne, TX | Event Details |
Final Thoughts
Don’t let another fall weekend slide by with “I should’ve done something.” This weekend gives you a little of festive, theatrical, and mellow, all wrapped into Boerne’s local spirit.
Bring the dog or borrow one.
Laugh at Morticia and Gomez’s marital sass.
Let live music carry you into Sunday twilight.
If one of these doesn’t quite click, toss in a walk downtown or pop into a café you've never tried. But I’d bet at least one of these will surprise you into a “dang, glad I went” moment.
