November 2009 - Community Events
San Antonio
Wurstfest 2009
October30- November8
A unique celebration rich in German culture and full of Texas fun! Join us for the 49th annual "Salute to Sausage" – Wurstfest October 30th through November 8, 2009 in the German heritage center of Texas, NEW BRAUNFELS. Enjoy great music, good fun, food and special events that is Oktoberfest, Texas Style! For more information please call 1-800-221-4369.
Rock ‘n’ Roll San Antonio Marathon
November 15
The Rock ‘n’ Roll San Antonio Marathon & ½ Marathon is the second running of the Texas Showdown, a statewide competition in which Texas residents will compete for a ‘Texas only’ prize purse in the full and half marathon. For more information please call 1-800-311-1255.
River Walk Lights
November 27
Watch as thousands of brightly colored lights that drape the River Walk's gigantic cypress trees come to life. The parade begins after the lights come on. The lights shine brightly every evening through January 1. Tickets are sold through the Paseo Del Rio Association at (210) 227-4262.
Mariachi Vargas Extravaganza
November 27 - December 5
Join us in San Antonio for the 15th Annual Mariachi Vargas Extravaganza. The Extravaganza is a seven day spectacular and elaborate production of mariachi-related events that include an evening with the world renowned Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán in concert, mariachi group and vocal competitions, a mariachi mass at the historic San Jose Mission, mariachi workshops, a mariachi art exhibit featuring photos and original paintings with mariachi based themes, and a serenade at San Antonio's Rivercenter Mall Lagoon. For more information, please call (210) 225-3353.
Austin
Austin Celtic Festival
November 7-8
The Austin Celtic Festival is held on the shores of Town Lake at Fiesta Gardens the first weekend of November and features world class musicians, dance, language, sports, history, and the arts. This annual celebration of Celtic culture is sponsored by the Austin Celtic Association. For more information, please call (512) 833-9841 or (512) 431-6290.
Fun Fun Fun Fest
November 7-8
Fun Fun Fun Fest is a collection of all the different style of progressive and underground music: Indie rock, punk, hip hop, etc. Spread across a park on multiple stages that would allow fans to go from one area to another to see and appreciate different styles of music and have a good time. For more information, please call (512) 762-5690.
Houston
Turkic Cultures & Children’s Festival
November 7-8
Raindrop Turkish House is holding its third annual Turkic Cultures and Children’s Festival on November 7th and 8th at Herman Square, in front of Houston’s City Hall. Celebrating the rich heritage of many Turkic and sister nations including Turkey, Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Raindrop Turkish House promises an authentic Turkish weekend that is sure to please the eyes, ears and tongues of participants young and old. Enjoy live performances of Turkic folk dances, authentic Turkic and Sufi music, Turkish rock music and the Ottoman Military Band. For more information, please call (713) 974-1412 ext. 108; Fax (713) 974-1418.
Dallas
Chile Pepperama
November 14
This free public event salutes the savory spice of the Chile pepper and other hot and fiery foods. More than 15,000 visitors are expected over the two-day event to eat their way through food vendor tasting, cooking classes and contests. All proceeds benefit the programs and services offered to the Dallas Farmers Market by the Farmers Market Friends, a support organization, The Texas Chefs Association and the El Centro College Culinary department. For more information, please call (214) 823-4370 or (972) 943-4624.
