Deceleration is all about stimulating a shift to healthier living, communities, and culture. Our Happening events calendar highlights lots of fun and critical (some critical and fun) San Antonio and South Texas happenings each month. For those about growing a better world, we work to direct you quickly to the most potentially transformative meetings, climate actions, skillshares, and gatherings to help facilitate the development of ever more resilient networks of common care.

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  • Sacred Springs Powwow

    The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment San Marcos Springs Drive, San Marcos, TX, United States

    EXPERIENCE MOTHER EARTH'S HEARTBEAT

  • Endangered Species Exploration Family Fun Day

    The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment San Marcos Springs Drive, San Marcos, TX, United States

    Did you know Spring Lake is home to several endangered species? Come on out to learn about the protected species that live in and under Spring Lake! Family Fun Days at Spring Lake are held on select Saturdays (11am-4pm) throughout the year, complete with nature-themed activities, crafts, and more! These events are free and open to […]

  • Snakefessst at the San Marcos Discovery Center

    San Marcos Discovery Center Riverside Drive, San Marcos, TX, United States

    Do you like snakes? Or are you scared of snakes? Not sure? All are welcome to attend Snakefessst at the San Marcos Discovery Center. Learn about and interact with the snakes that call our area home. Participate in herp walks to experience snakes and reptiles in their natural habitat. Attend lectures to learn about snakes, […]

  • 2024 Junior Texas Water Safari

    San Marcos City Park 170 City Park St, San Marcos, TX, United States

    The 2024 Junior Texas Water Safari represents approximately the first 16 miles of the Texas Water Safari course. The finish line for the junior race is the bridge at Staples, the first checkpoint of the longer TWS race.Race day registration only. Registration begins at 8 a.m. at San Marcos City Park.Start time is 9 am. […]

    $35.00
  • Sacred Springs Powwow

    The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment San Marcos Springs Drive, San Marcos, TX, United States

    The Sacred Springs Powwow is organized by the nonprofit, Indigenous Cultures Institute. The Sacred Springs Powwow is a celebration of culture featuring art, music, dance, and food from across Native America.  Crowds of over 6,000 attendees will enjoy traditional drumming and dancing, a market of over 50 arts and crafts vendors, and a Native Cultures […]

    $5 – $8
  • Monarch Fest and Fall Native Plant Sale

    San Marcos Discovery Center Riverside Drive, San Marcos, TX, United States

    Did you know Central Texas is in the heart of a flyway for many migrating species of birds and insects including the monarch butterfly? That means we are lucky enough to witness a diversity of migrating species when the time is right. Join us and see what San Marcos is doing as a city to […]

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  • Guided Light-Up Kayak Tours at Spring Lake

    The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment San Marcos Springs Drive, San Marcos, TX, United States

    Experience the San Marcos River's headwaters like never before with the Meadows Center's Guided Light-Up Kayak Tours at Spring Lake. This tour features a 100% clear kayak equipped with underwater LED lights, providing an uninterrupted view of the wildlife and iconic San Marcos Springs. Learn about the rich history of Spring Lake, its critical habitat, […]

    $45
  • Texas Hemp Building Event: Architect/Builder Training & Tour

    Enchanted Ranch Scull Road, San Marcos, Texas, United States

    New 2024 US residential building codes for hemplime (“hempcrete”) will be explained by experts at a special low-cost in-person event for architects, builders and developers in San Marcos, TX in October. A $99 2-day conference and hands-on workshop offering hands-on hempcrete training and AIA-CE continuing education credits. Student tickets: $15. Guest presenters will include:• Anthony […]

    $15 – $99
  • Texas Recycles Day (FREE Glass-Bottom Boat Tours)

    The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment San Marcos Springs Drive, San Marcos, TX, United States

    The Meadows Center invites you to celebrate Texas Recycles Day, sponsored by H-E-B, at Spring Lake on November 15-17, 2024! Visitors who bring a plastic bottle or single-use plastic bag from any retailer to our ticket kiosk during the following designated hours will receive a FREE glass-bottom boat tour, courtesy of H-E-B’s generous support: Friday, […]

    Free
  • Earth Day San Marcos

    The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment San Marcos Springs Drive, San Marcos, TX, United States

    Mark your calendars for the 12th Annual Earth Day San Marcos Festival, returning to Spring Lake on Saturday, April 19, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.! This FREE community-wide, family-friendly event is your chance to celebrate our local natural resources and connect with nature. There will be a variety of hands-on educational activities for people of all […]

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