Merry on the Square Event

Saturday, November 21, 2026 | 4–9 p.m. | Downtown Kerrville

Christmas is coming to downtown Kerrville! The Kerrville Christmas Lighting Corporation (KCLC) is excited to bring back Merry on the Square & Courthouse Lighting Ceremony, presented by Security State Bank & Trust, on Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 4–9 p.m. at the historic Kerr County Courthouse Square.

After a wonderful first year, Merry on the Square is returning with even more holiday fun for the whole family! Festivities begin at 4 p.m. with live music, holiday shopping, food trucks, children's activities and special appearances by some of your favorite holiday characters. Admission is FREE!

We're especially excited to welcome Jase Martin & the Standing Peppers for live entertainment, made possible by our Entertainment Sponsor, Ken Stoepel Ford. Families can also enjoy children's train rides aboard the Dusty Trail Express, giant games with Kerr Kids, and FREE face painting and balloon art by Daisy Bee & Friends from 4–8 p.m.

Eight beloved characters will be joining the celebration, including Mickey and Minnie Mouse, the Grinch and Cindy Lou Who, Buddy the Elf, Olaf, Elsa and Anna. Visitors can also shop from local vendors offering handmade gifts, Christmas decorations, jewelry, artwork, baked goods and more, while enjoying delicious food from our food trucks.

At 6 p.m., the City of Kerrville's Annual Holiday Lighted Parade will begin at the G Street Bridge and Water Street, traveling westbound on Water Street, turning onto Earl Garrett Street and concluding at the Kerr County Courthouse.

Immediately following the parade, gather around the courthouse square for a special visit from Santa Claus and the official lighting of the historic Kerr County Courthouse and KCLC's spectacular 50-foot Christmas tree, the tallest in the Texas Hill Country!

Featuring nearly 37,000 warm white LED lights, the tree will shine alongside the beautifully decorated courthouse, professionally illuminated for the third consecutive year. Downtown Kerrville will also sparkle with 140 illuminated street ornaments, creating a festive holiday corridor for residents and visitors to enjoy throughout the Christmas season.

And the fun doesn't stop when the lights come on! Holiday entertainment, shopping, food and family activities will continue until 9 p.m.

A special thank-you to our presenting sponsor, Security State Bank & Trust, and all of our generous sponsors, community partners and volunteers who help make this free celebration possible!

Bring the whole family and join us as we kick off the most wonderful time of the year in downtown Kerrville!

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026
• Time: 4–9 p.m.
• Location: Kerr County Courthouse Square, 700 Main Street, Kerrville, TX
• Holiday Lighted Parade: 6 p.m.
• Courthouse & Christmas Tree Lighting: Immediately following the parade
• Admission: FREE

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