Outdoor Events and Festivals in Fredericksburg Texas

The Texas Hill Country was made for the outdoors — and Fredericksburg delivers some of the best open-air events in the state. From the thundering excitement of live pari-mutuel horse racing at the Gillespie County Fairgrounds to the rides, rodeo, and ribbons of the oldest county fair in Texas, there is always something worth stepping outside for in Fredericksburg. Fredericksburg Stays puts you right in the heart of it all, with vacation rentals perfectly positioned for a weekend of Hill Country adventure.

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Pari-Mutuel Horse Racing in Fredericksburg, TX

Jul 4 2026 - 1:00pm to Aug 30 2026 - 3:00pm
A Summer Tradition: Quarter Horse and Thoroughbred Racing at the Fairgrounds Experience the excitement of "The Sport of Kings" at the Gillespie County Fair Grounds. This summer tradition features four action-packed weekends of live pari-mutuel horse racing on a Class 3 track, showcasing both Quarter...Read more
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Gillespie County Fair — The Oldest County Fair in Texas, Right in Fredericksburg

Aug 27 2026 - 2:00pm to Aug 30 2026 - 11:00pm
What to Do at the Gillespie County Fair Every August, Fredericksburg, TX plays host to one of the most beloved traditions in the Lone Star State — the Gillespie County Fair , the oldest continuously running county fair in Texas. Held over four days at...Read more