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Weekend Lineup
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Thursday, August 29
NEW BRAUNFELS: Britt Ballenger at Krause’s Cafe (148 S. Castell Ave.), 6-9 p.m.
Friday, August 30
NAVASOTA: Liberty Hill at Western Steakhouse and Dancehall (9524 N Hwy 6 Loop South), 8 p.m.-midnight.
NEW BRAUNFELS: The Meries at Krause’s Cafe (148 S. Castell Ave.), 6:30-9:30 p.m.
SEATON: Jerry Haisler Trio at Sefcik Hall (800 Seaton Rd, Temple, TX 76501), 8-11 p.m.
WEST: Westfest at the West Fair and Rodeo Grounds (one mile south of downtown West, TX on South Main Street). Friday night preview party with live music by Pecos On The Rooftops. Visit westfest.com for more information.
WALBURG: Das Ist Lustig at Walburg German Restaurant (3777 FM 972), performances between 5-10 p.m.
Saturday, August 31
BRYAN: Liberty Hill at Bryan Sons of Hermann Hall (1104 W Wm. J. Bryan Pkwy.), 7:30-11:30 p.m.
NEW BRAUNFELS: Michelle Kay at Krause’s Cafe (148 S. Castell Ave.), 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Tausha Jackson 6:30-9:30 p.m.
CARMINE: Les Cousins at Busted Oaks Cellars (6195 Round Top Rd., Carmine, TX 78932), 4-7 p.m.
WEST: Westfest at the West Fair and Rodeo Grounds (one mile south of downtown West, TX on South Main Street). Live polka music by Praha Brothers, Jodie Mikula Orchestra, Ennis Czech Boys, Aaron Dussing, Lederhosen Junkies, Bohemian Blitz, Jerry Haiseler and Melody 5, THe Moravians, Brave Combo, Vaneks of West, Czech And Then Some and The May Brothers. Visit westfest.com for more information.
YUKON, OK: Bohemian Knights at Yukon Czech Hall (205 N Czech Hall Rd., Yukon, OK 73099), 7-10:30 p.m. Admission $5.
WALBURG: Das Ist Lustig at Walburg German Restaurant (3777 FM 972), performances between 5-10 p.m.
CISTERN: Johnny Rockit Band at Cistern Country Store (12604 State Hwy 95), 7-11 p.m. Call (512) 739-7840 for more information, or visit cisternstore-bar.com.
SHINER: Czech Wine Stompers at Spoetzl Brewery (603 E Brewery St.), noon-3 p.m., Bill Pekar & The Rainey Brothers 4-7 p.m.
Sunday, September 1
SHINER: Shiner Catholic Church Fall Picnic at KC Park (102 S. Avenue G), music by the Shiner Hobo Band, Fritz Hodde, Reagan Hicks, Long Shot, ToLoveandRescue, Bill Pekar & The Rainey Brothers and The Emoptions. Shiners’ famous fried chicken, stew and sausage dinner, big country auction, kids games and more.
HIGH HILL: High Hill Picnic at Blessed Mother of the Nativity Catholic Church (2833 FM 2672, Schulenburg, TX 78956). Fried chicken and stew dinner served at 10:30 a.m., plates $14. Polka Mass at 10:15 a.m. Cake walk, country store, train ride, games and more. Music by Texas Sound Check and Mark Halata & Texavia throughout the day. Free dance at night by Texas Sundown Band. Fireworks at 10 p.m.
FAYETTEVILLE: Labor Day Weekend Feast at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church (205 E Bell St.) Mass with polka music at 10 a.m. Barbecue pork and sausage dinner, $15 per plate, BBQ by the lb. available. Dine in or to go. Live music under the pavilion by local parish musicians. Country auction at 1:30 p.m. Bingo at 2 p.m. Kids games, silent auction, general store, cake wheel and more.
HALLETTSVILLE: Sacred Heart Catholic Church Fall Picnic (Hallettsville KC Hall - 321 US-77 South, Hallettsville, TX 77964). Fried chicken and stew dinner served 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Auction, raffle, games and more. Music by Kovanda Czech Band under the Main Pavilion from 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. The Red Ravens and The Dujka Brothers in the Polka Pavilion/Biergarten from 1-8 p.m.
ROBSTOWN: EZ Country at Robstown Community Center (4612 Co. Rd. 42), 4-7:30 p.m.
GRANGER: Parish Bazaar at Sts. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church (300 W. Davilla) with Mass at 10 a.m. Barbecue and sausage dinner served at 11 a.m., plates $15. Dance with music by Scooter Dubec & Sterling Country 6-10 p.m., admission $10. Cake walk, toy booth, ring toss, fish pond, and more throughout the day. Live auction at 1:30 p.m.
WEST: Westfest at the West Fair and Rodeo Grounds (one mile south of downtown West, TX on South Main Street). Sunday Shutdown Party with live music by Tanner Ursey and Sunny Sauceda. Visit westfest.com for more information.
SWEET HOME: Al Sulak & Country Sounds at Sweet Home Hall (43 CR 391), 2-6 p.m. Call (254) 723-8853 for more information.
WALBURG: Das Ist Lustig at Walburg German Restaurant (3777 FM 972), performances between noon-4 p.m.
NEW BRAUNFELS: Bill Caisse at Krause’s Cafe (148 S. Castell Ave.), 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Phil Luna 3-6 p.m.
Monday, September 2
NEW BRAUNFELS: Timber Wilde at Krause’s Cafe (148 S. Castell Ave.), 2-5 p.m.
Wednesday, September 4
NEW BRAUNFELS: Off The Grid at Krause’s Cafe (148 S. Castell Ave.), 6-9 p.m.
Thursday, September 5
NEW BRAUNFELS: Rich Lockhart at Krause’s Cafe (148 S. Castell Ave.), 6-9 p.m.
Friday, September 6
EAGLE LAKE: Senior Dance at Eagle Lake Community Center (100 W. Walnut), music by Boogie Allen 7:30-10:30 p.m. For more information call (979) 234-2903 or email supak@att.net.
NEW BRAUNFELS: MC & The Mystyx at Krause’s Cafe (148 S. Castell Ave.), 6-9 p.m.
Saturday, September 7
SEALY: Lions Sealy Dance Club presents Texas Sound Check at Sealy American Legion Hall (1630 Meyer St.), 7:30-11 p.m.
CISTERN: Midnight Wranglers at Cistern Country Store (12604 State Hwy 95), 7-11 p.m. Call (512) 739-7840 for more information, or visit cisternstore-bar.com.
SOUTAHLAKE: The Dogensteins at Central Market (1425 E. Southlake Blvd.), 6 p.m.
YUKON, OK: Bohemian Knights at Yukon Czech Hall (205 N Czech Hall Rd., Yukon, OK 73099), 7-10:30 p.m. Admission $5.
NEW BRAUNFELS: Tony Taylor at Krause’s Cafe (148 S. Castell Ave.), 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Tiffiny Dawn 6-9 p.m.
CARMINE: Erik Flores at Busted Oaks Cellars (6195 Round Top Rd., Carmine, TX 78932), 4-7 p.m.
Sunday, September 8
SEATON: Jerry Haisler & Melody 5 at Sefcik Hall (800 Seaton Rd, Temple, TX 76501), 6-9 p.m.
SWEET HOME: EZ Country at Sweet Home Hall (43 CR 391), 2-6 p.m. Call (254) 723-8853 for more information.
TAYLOR: St. Mary’s Church Picnic. Music by Ed Kopecky Goodtime Czech Band 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
NEW BRAUNFELS: Harfmann Duo at Krause’s Cafe (148 S. Castell Ave.), 11 a.m.-2 p.m., The Stone Rollers 3-6 p.m.
CARMINE: Mitch Marcoulier at Busted Oaks Cellars (6195 Round Top Rd., Carmine, TX 78932), 2-5 p.m.
NEW TAITON: Red and Blue Dance with The Red Ravens and Blue Denim Band at Taiton Community Center (14221 FM 961 Rd El Campo, TX 77437), 1-5 p.m.
Wednesday, September 11
NEW BRAUNFELS: The Hot Peppers at Krause’s Cafe (148 S. Castell Ave.), 6-9 p.m.
Thursday, September 12
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK: Das Ist Lustig at the Oklahoma State Fair (3001 General Pershing Blvd.), Showtimes 6-10 p.m.
NEW BRAUNFELS: Etta Place at Krause’s Cafe (148 S. Castell Ave.), 6-9 p.m.
Friday, September 13
SOLD OUT!!! DIME BOX: Gene Watson at Diamond I Venue in Dimebox (Formerly Dime Box SPJST Lodge 13 - 1081 CR 425), show starts at 7 p.m. Crossroads Band opens at 5:30 p.m. Doors and kitchen open at 5 p.m. Presale tickets $50. For tickets and more information call (979) 540-8810.
CALDWELL: Kolache Fest Pre-Party at Czech Heritage Museum. Music by Ed Kopecky Goodtime Czech Band from 7-10 p.m. Bring your own lawn chairs and drinks.
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK: Das Ist Lustig at the Oklahoma State Fair (3001 General Pershing Blvd.), Showtimes 6-10 p.m.
NEW BRAUNFELS: Gus Miller at Krause’s Cafe (148 S. Castell Ave.), 6-9 p.m.
CARMINE: Susanne’s Band at Busted Oaks Cellars (6195 Round Top Rd., Carmine, TX 78932), 6-9 p.m.
Saturday, September 14
DACOSTA: Dickie Kaiser Band at DaCosta Hall (15736 FM 1686, Victoria, TX 77905) Music from 8 p.m.-midnight. $15 admission. Call (361) 578-2039 for more information.
WALLIS: Happy Cousins Dance Club presents Lost Cause at the Wallis American Legion Hall (300 Legion Rd.), 7:30-11 p.m. For more information please call Jerry Faldyn (281) 232-3531 or (713) 501-6467.
CISTERN: Larry Waddell & Ronnie Ramirez at Cistern Country Store (12604 State Hwy 95), 7-11 p.m. Call (512) 739-7840 for more information, or visit cisternstore-bar.com.
YUKON, OK: Masopust Polka Band at Yukon Czech Hall (205 N Czech Hall Rd., Yukon, OK 73099), 7-10:30 p.m. Admission $5.
CALDWELL: Kolache Fest in Downtown Caldwell, music by Ed Kopecky Goodtime Czech Band 3-5 p.m.
NEW BRAUNFELS: Colton’s Kin at Krause’s Cafe (148 S. Castell Ave.), 10 a.m.-2 p.m., The Klocks 6-9 p.m.
CARMINE: Trey Yenger at Busted Oaks Cellars (6195 Round Top Rd., Carmine, TX 78932), 4-7 p.m.
Sunday, September 15
JARRELL: Annual Bazaar at Holy Trinity of Corn Hill Church (8626 FM 1105), Mass at 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. BBQ and fried chicken dinner served at 11 a.m., plates $15/children $8. Live auction at 1:30 p.m. Live polka music throughout the afternoon. Kolaches, bingo, cake walk, silent auction, children’s games, homemade ice cream and more.
SWEET HOME: Blue Denim at Sweet Home Hall (43 CR 391), 2-6 p.m. Call (254) 723-8853 for more information.
HOLMAN: St. Wenceslaus Church (9937 FM 155, between Weimar and La Grange) Annual Drive-Thru Meal is on Sept. 15. The plates will have fried chicken, sausage and all the trimmings beginning at 10:30 a.m. There will be an online auction on their website www.charitvauction.bid/HolmanPicnic.
ROUND TOP: 152nd Annual Schützenfest at the Round Top Rifle Hall (710 FM 1457). Hall opens at 3 p.m. Music by The Round Top Brass Band at 4 p.m., followed by the crowing of the new Koenig and ceremonial keg tapping at 5 p.m. Free dance with music by Gary Kunkel and Friends 5:30-8 p.m. Pork steak and sausage meal served at 6 p.m.
Wednesday, September 18
NEW BRAUNFELS: Lederhosen Junkies at Krause’s Cafe (148 S. Castell Ave.), 6-9 p.m.
Thursday, September 19
CONROE: Mike Gest and The Night Session at Carriage Inn (750 Longmire Rd, Conroe, TX 77304), 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free dance and complimentary lunch. call (936) 760-1966.
BRYAN: Oktoberfest Show and dinner with Das Ist Lustig at Bavarian Brauhaus (109 N Main St.), 6:30-9:30 p.m.
NEW BRAUNFELS: The Percolators at Krause’s Cafe (148 S. Castell Ave.), 6-9 p.m.
BRENHAM: Friends of Bluebonnet Opry presents Tony Booth and Freddie Pate at Silverwings Ballroom (4100 Hwy. 105). Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Show starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets $10, door prizes available. For more information visit www.friendsofbluebonnetopry.com.
Friday, September 20
ADDISON: Addison Oktoberfest at Addison Circle Park (4970 Addison Cir.), music on the Texas Prost Stage by Das Ist Lustig 5-6:30 p.m.
NEW BRAUNFELS: X Factory at Krause’s Cafe (148 S. Castell Ave.), 6-9 p.m.
SAN MARCOS: Oktoberfest with The Hot Peppers at Zelicks Icehouse (336 W Hopkins St), 7–10 p.m. Call 512-757-8787 or visit http://www.zelickssmtx.com/#zelicks-ice-house for more info.
Saturday, September 21
KOSCUISKA: RoundUp4Charity presents a dance with music by The County Line Band at Kosciusko Hall (7975 FM 541 East). Doors open at 6 p.m. Admission $10. Free dance lessons at 6:15 p.m.
SPRING BRANCH: Jody Nix at Anhalt Hall (2390 Anhalt Rd.), 7-11 p.m.
DIME BOX: Original Remnants at Diamond I Venue in Dimebox (Formerly Dime Box SPJST Lodge 13 - 1081 CR 425), 8 p.m.-midnight. Doors and kitchen open at 7 p.m. Tickets $20.
YUKON, OK: Masopust Polka Band at Yukon Czech Hall (205 N Czech Hall Rd., Yukon, OK 73099), 7-10:30 p.m. Admission $5.
ROGERS: Rogers Night Out in downtown Rogers with music by Jerry Haisler and Melody 5 from 4-8 p.m.
ADDISON: Addison Oktoberfest at Addison Circle Park (4970 Addison Cir.), music by Das Ist Lustig at the Party Zelt 2-3:30 p.m. and at the Party Halle 7-8 p.m.
NEW BRAUNFELS: Bucksnort Boogie Boys at Krause’s Cafe (148 S. Castell Ave.), 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Yesenia & The Groove Doctors 6-9 p.m.
CARMINE: Frank Martin Gilligan at Busted Oaks Cellars (6195 Round Top Rd., Carmine, TX 78932), 4-7 p.m.
CISTERN: Vic Rodriguez at Cistern Country Store (12604 State Hwy 95), 7-11 p.m. Call (512) 739-7840 for more information, or visit cisternstore-bar.com.
SAN ANTONIO: Oktoberfest with The Hot Peppers at La Villita (418 Villita St), 6-9 p.m. Event is noon-10 p.m. For more info visit https://oktoberfestatlavillita.com/about-us/. Upgrade to VIP experience https://oktoberfestatlavillita.com/tickets/.
Sunday, September 22
SERBIN: Texas Wendish Heritage Society’s 36th Annual Wendish Fest at the St. Paul’s Picnic Grounds (2011 CR 212, Giddings, TX 78942). Church service at 8:30 a.m. Drive-through meal line starts at 9:30 a.m. Silent auction 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Exhibits and demonstrations 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Meal line and refreshments open at 10:30 a.m. Live music by Jodie Mikula Orchestra 1-4 p.m. Childrens activities, train rides, snacks, washer pitching, and much more.
BURLINGTON: St. Joseph Church Picnic in Cyclone (20120 FM 485), music by Jerry Haisler and Melody 5 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
SWEET HOME: Nathan Colt Young at Sweet Home Hall (43 CR 391), 2-6 p.m. Call (254) 723-8853 for more information.
ROSENBERG: 88th Annual Bazaar at Holy Rosary Catholic Church (1416 George St.), 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. BBQ meal, live auction, games and more. Live music by Al Sulak and Country Sounds.
HOUSTON: Slavic Fest at Northside Columbus Hall (607 E. Whitney Dr.), noon to 6 p.m. Music by Chris Rybak.
ADDISON: Addison Oktoberfest at Addison Circle Park (4970 Addison Cir.), music on the Texas Prost Stage by Das Ist Lustig 1:30-2:30 p.m.
VICTORIA: Victoria County Czech Heritage Society presents the 36th Annual Czech Heritage Festival at Victoria Community Center (2905 E. North St.). Culture, music, food, language, fun, dancing and history. More details TBA. 10:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Admission $10.
CARMINE: Les Cousins at Busted Oaks Cellars (6195 Round Top Rd., Carmine, TX 78932), 2-5 p.m.
HOUSTON: 61st Annual Sts. Cyril & Methodius Slavic Heritage Festival at Northside Columbus Hall (607 E. Whitney Dr., Houston 77022). Festival will include ethnic foods, singing, dancing, cultural booths, vendors, and more! Information on the web at www.houstonslavicheritagefestival.com.
SAN ANTONIO: Oktoberfest with The Hot Peppers at La Villita (418 Villita St), 6-9 p.m. Event is noon-8 p.m. For more info visit https://oktoberfestatlavillita.com/about-us/. Upgrade to VIP experience https://oktoberfestatlavillita.com/tickets/.
ROSENBERG: 88th Annual Bazaar at Holy Rosary Catholic Church (1416 George St.). Barbecue beef & sausage meal served 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Raffle, auction, bingo, game booths and children’s activities. Music by Al Sulak & Country Sounds.
Wednesday, September 25
NEW BRAUNFELS: Yodel Blitz at Krause’s Cafe (148 S. Castell Ave.), 6-9 p.m.
SCHULENBURG: Schubert Brothers at Sengelmann Hall (531 N Main St), 6-9 p.m. Call 979-743-2300 or visit https://www.sengelmannhall.com/ for more info.
Thursday, September 26
FORT WORTH: Fort Worth Oktoberfest at Trinity Park (2401 University Drive). Music on three stages from 5-11 p.m. Lineup includes Alex Meixner Band, Walburg Boys, Alpenmusikanten, Happy Hour Oktoberfest Band, Off The Grid Band and more.
NEW BRAUNFELS: Jesse Stratton Father & Son Duo at Krause’s Cafe (148 S. Castell Ave.), 6-9 p.m.
CISTERN: Johnny Rockit Band at Cistern Country Store (12604 State Hwy 95), 7-11 p.m. Call (512) 739-7840 for more information, or visit cisternstore-bar.com.
AUSTIN: Oktoberfest with The Hot Peppers at Ledgestone Sr. Living (13150 Four Star Blvd.), 3-4 p.m. For more info call (512) 645-1445.
Friday, September 27
FORT WORTH: Fort Worth Oktoberfest at Trinity Park (2401 University Drive). Music and activities on four stages from 5-11 p.m. Lineup includes Das Ist Lustig, Alex Meixner Band, Walburg Boys, Lederhosen Junkies and more.
NEW BRAUNFELS: Tausha Jackson at Krause’s Cafe (148 S. Castell Ave.), 6-9 p.m.
AUSTIN: Oktoberfest at Banger‘s Sausage House & Beer Garden (79 Rainey St,) with music 12-3 p.m. by The Hot Peppers, 4-7 p.m. by The Oompahs, and 8-11 p.m. by Tuba Meisters. For more info call (512) 386-1656, or visit http://bangersaustin.com/.
Saturday, September 28
FORT WORTH: Fort Worth Oktoberfest at Trinity Park (2401 University Drive). Music and activities on four stages from 5-11 p.m. Lineup includes Walburg Boys, Das Ist Lustig, Happy Hour Oktoberfest Band, Alpenmusikanten, Mike & The Middletones, Alex Meixner Band, Lederhosen Junkies and more.
CISTERN: The Alibis at Cistern Country Store (12604 State Hwy 95), 7-11 p.m. Call (512) 739-7840 for more information, or visit cisternstore-bar.com.
HOUSTON: Mark Halata & Texavia at SPJST Lodge 88 in Houston (1435 Beall St.), from 6-10 p.m. Tickets $10 online or $15 at the door. Visit www.lodge88.org for more information.
YUKON, OK: Bohemian Knights at Yukon Czech Hall (205 N Czech Hall Rd., Yukon, OK 73099), 7-10:30 p.m. Admission $5.
BLANCO: Czech Melody Masters at Real Ale Brewing Co. (2250 US-281), 2-5 p.m.
NEW BRAUNFELS: Shaker Hymns Duo at Krause’s Cafe (148 S. Castell Ave.), 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Passing Strangers 6-9 p.m.
CARMINE: Josh Tiemann at Busted Oaks Cellars (6195 Round Top Rd., Carmine, TX 78932), 4-7 p.m.
DRIPPING SPRINGS: Foxtoberfest with The Hot Peppers at 12 Fox Beer Co. (4700 W Fitzhugh Rd), 3-6 p.m. for more info call (512) 626-4458, or visit https://12foxbeer.com/.
Sunday, September 29
SWEET HOME: Sweet Home Church Picnic at Sweet Home Hall (43 CR 391). Call (254) 723-8853 for more information.
EL CAMPO: St. Phillip Church Picnic at El Camp KC Hall (1458 County Rd 406). Music by Joe Zetka Jr. and Friends 10:30 a.m.-noon and Jody Mikula Orchestra 1-5 p.m.
ROUND ROCK: Czech Melody Masters at Cork and Barrel (4000 E Palm Valley Blvd.), 5-8 p.m.
NEW BRAUNFELS: Shawn Hart at Krause’s Cafe (148 S. Castell Ave.), 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Cactus Country 3-6 p.m.
DRIPPING SPRINGS: Foxtoberfest with The Hot Peppers at 12 Fox Beer Co. (4700 W Fitzhugh Rd), 3-6 pm, for more info call (512) 626-4458, or, visit https://12foxbeer.com/.
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Concerts, Exhibits, Special Events
Videos
Watch the videos by Walt Harfmann of Praha Brothers and special performance by Alice Sulak, Alfred Vrazel, Jerry Haisler at Sefcik Hall...the Dujka Brothers in Sealy...Walburg Boys on New Year's Eve...Czechaholics in Elgin...Jodie Mikula in West
Watch the videos by George Weber of the El Campo Polka Fest featuring Red Ravens, Fritz Hodde & Fab 6, The Majeks...Enzian Buam in Sealy...Red Ravens & Texas Sound Czech in Rosenberg
Safeguarding the Dance Hall Days of Texas - a feature in Preservation magazine of the National Trust for Historic Preservation