The Party That Packed The Block: San Marcos Block Party 2026

Stage view of the crowd at the San Marcos Block Party in 2026

The Party That Packed The Block: San Marcos Block Party 2026

Emma Paff Rap/Hip-Hop Director This past Saturday, AfterDark Entertainment and Special Delivery Presents hosted a massive feat of entertainment: the San Marcos Block Party. Our beloved square was completely barricaded off, ready for the event described as the “biggest celebration in SMTX history.” After attending the block party myself, I can confirm that they 100% delivered. While the heat was dominating, it did not stop the long line forming outside […]

September 8, 2026 410 28

low lighting with only glimpses of green and purple, 3 guys playing guitar, one guy playing drums

Music

A Week in San Marcos

By Tara Davis Music Journalist Have you ever found yourself sitting around with friends wanting to do something but asking each other what is there to do? That’s the good thing about living in San Marcos: an event is constantly going on within a ten-minute drive. Whether it’s a Tuesday or Saturday night, there is bound to be an event that will get you out of the house and on […]

February 21, 2023 87

Culture

Living in a Musical City

By Dedrion Weweh Blog Content Contributor When I moved from Austin to San Marcos two years ago, I was very apprehensive about transitioning from a city that holds the title of “Live Music Capital of the World”, to somewhere I knew almost nothing about. Being someone who is completely music-oriented and would die for the arts, I could not help but wonder what the local music scene in San Marcos […]

September 7, 2017 45

Events

Good Morning from MR Fest

By Asia Daggs Web Content Director It is Saturday morning and we are up early preparing The Square for the biggest day of MR Fest. The managers, executives and assistants met up early this morning to move equipment to all of our 10 venues and register dozens of volunteers. The atmosphere is high-energy and optimistic as volunteers rev up for the 10th annual MR Fest. The volunteers are in overdrive […]

April 29, 2017 30

Galleries

The Official Guide to MR Fest Venues

By Tafari Robertson Multimedia Director Stonewall Stonewall is a popular all-ages club on the San Marcos square and an essential hub for the local LGBTQ community, featuring drag performances every Tuesday. During MR Fest, Stonewall will be highlighting some of the best local rock bands on Friday and Saturday Night. F R I D A Y 9-10 p.m. - Doors, DJ: Into the Vortex 10-10:45 p.m. - The Two Lips […]

April 14, 2017 54

Culture

San Maximum: Cafe Monet

By Austin Cowan Blog Content Contributor Cafe Monet is a unique place for San Marcans to spend some time in San Marcos. The creation of pottery masterpieces here allows people to exercise their creativity while being involved within their community. Cafe Monet is located within the main cultural hearth of San Marcos, the Square. There is no way for anyone to gain the maximum San Marcos experience without painting some pottery. […]

April 12, 2017 79

Culture

What to Expect From Your First MR Fest

By Alexandra Cochran Blog Content Contributor My Radio Festival, aka MR Fest, is approaching at the end of this month on April 28 and 29, and I'm feeling all sorts of thrilled. If you've ever attended a music festival, you know there's a huge amount of good vibes and great chances to meet new people to share this experience with. This fest is unlike any other-- not only does it offer admittance for […]

April 5, 2017 38

Culture

San Maximum: San Marcos Downtown Square

By Austin Cowan Blog Content Contributor The San Marcos Downtown Square is not just the heart of activity in this city, it is a cultural hearth. Attracting people from all walks of life, the Square offers a wide range of attractions: restaurants, bars, pubs, shopping centers and museums. If you are looking for a good place to shop for clothes, grab a bite to eat or just blow off some […]

September 27, 2016 83

Culture

San Maximum: Café on the Square

By Austin Cowan Blog Content Contributor From morning to dusk, Café on the Square is faithfully serving its customers some of the finest food in Texas. The rich aroma of coffee welcomes customers through the front doors before they sink their teeth into a stack of soft pancakes, or a juicy cheeseburger. The mouthwatering food, relaxed atmosphere and radiant wait staff keep customers coming back for more. People from all backgrounds and […]

June 27, 2016 37

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