A rundown of entertainment in and around San Marcos this weekend:

Mutt Strutt

Dog races, pet contests, arts and crafts, food vendors, rescue groups and prizes. Website here.


Location: San Marcos Plaza Park

Time: 9 a.m. Saturday, April 21

Blanco Vista Texas 2-Step

Festivities include barbecue, superslide, train rides for kids, popcorn and a face painter. Five model homes open to the public. Includes live country music from Grammy-nominated Ruby Dee & The Snakehandlers. Website here.

Location: Blanco Vista, 505 Old Settlers Drive, San Marcos

Time: Noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 21

Ensemble: Texas State Symphony Orchestra

Location: Evans Auditorium

Time: 3 p.m. Sunday, April 22

Admission: $5 general / $3 students and senior citizens. Tickets available at the door 30 minutes prior to the start of the concert

COVER PHOTO: A girl and her dog at last year’s Mutt Strutt.