There are always great activities and events in the Texas Hill Country, especially in the summer. So when you are scheduling your tour of Medina Lake real estate at Dancing Bear Ranch, consider planning your visit so you can check out some of these great Texas events! For a true experience of the Texas lifestyle, why not start with a rodeo?

• BR Lightening Ranch Rodeo – Every Saturday at 8 p.m. in August, BR Lightening Ranch hosts a summer rodeo series. The BR Lightening Ranch Rodeo claims to feature the “World’s Only High Diving Aqua Mules.” The only way to know if they speak the truth is to see it yourself! Admission is $5 per person and free for children six years old or younger. For more information, go to http://lightningranch.com/.
• Twin Elm Rodeo – Twin Elm Ranch also hosts a summer rodeo series, occurring every Friday at 8 p.m. until Labor Day. Attendees can participate in many events, such as barrel racing, bull riding, and a calf scramble. Concessions will also be available. Admission is $6 per person and free for children six years old or younger. For more information, go to www.twinelmranch.com.

For more authentic Texas events, check out the following:

• Celebrate Bandera – During Labor Day weekend, the Bandera Community Foundation hosts a range of events throughout three days that celebrate the Cowboy Capital of the World! Thousands attend these events, which include a Wild West show, parade, arts and crafts fair, bull riding, and much more. For a schedule or more information, go to www.celebratebandera.com.
• Medina Lake Cajun Festival – On Saturday, September 26^th, the Medina Lake Cajun Festival will be held at the Lakehills Civic Center. This event is unique, as it brings the food and culture of Louisiana into the heart of Texas.  The main event is a Great Gumbo Cook-off, which attracts thousands of visitors each year. All proceeds go to the Medina Lake Betterment Association, Inc. For more information, go to http://www.cajunfestival-medinalake.com/html/cajun.htm.
• Labor Day Arts & Crafts – Walk along the San Antonio River Walk extension and browse the wide selection the fine art, jewelry and pottery sold by local vendors. The fair will take place from September 4^th – 7^th. For more information, call 210-227-4262.
• Dos Equis Pachanga del Rio – On September 10^th, also along the San Antonio River Walk, visitors can sample cuisine from 20 participating restaurants from 5-8:30 p.m. Afterwards, guests are welcome to the Post Party at the Buckhorn Saloon & Museum. There, you can listen to live music and enter to win free prizes. For ticket and event information, call 210-227-4262.
• Fotoseptiembre – If you enjoy photography, make sure to attend this free, month-long festival in September. From traditional to eccentric photography, one can find a diverse range of styles that appeal to all interests. For more information, call 210 737 8255 or go to www.fotoseptiembreusa.com.
• Jazz’SAlive – On September 19^th and 20^th, the San Antonio Parks Foundation and City of San Antonio will host a special, free concert at the historic Travis Park featuring numerous jazz performers. For more information, call 210-212-8423 or go to http://www.saparksfoundation.org/.