Ask anyone around town to name our absolute biggest community traditions, and Wimberley Market Days will always be right at the top of the list. There is a distinct magic that happens on the first Saturday of the month when our quiet, oak-shaded corner of the Hill Country transforms into a bustling, vibrant open-air marketplace. It’s a sensory experience of live acoustic music, the aroma of roasted pecans, and rows of unique creations just waiting to be discovered.
Whether y’all are on a dedicated mission to find the perfect piece of vintage furniture for your living room, searching for handcrafted artisan goods, or just looking for a beautiful way to spend a Saturday with the family, this event offers a true taste of local culture.
Official Rules: What You Can and Can’t Bring
To ensure a safe, family-friendly environment for thousands of monthly visitors, the Lions Club enforces a few firm field rules. Reviewing these before you head out is the best way to ensure a smooth trip:
- The Alcohol Policy: Under strict property regulations, outside alcohol is absolutely prohibited. There is a firm “No Alcohol In or Out” policy at all entry gates. Keep your personal coolers limited to water or soft drinks, and purchase your adult beverages directly inside the grounds.
- The Dog Policy: Leashed dogs are welcome! The market is highly pet-friendly, but owners must practice immediate cleanup. The Lions Club provides green dog waste bag dispensers mounted near all main entry gates just in case you forget yours.
- No Soliciting: The distribution of political materials, handbills, flyers, or unapproved commercial giveaways is strictly banned anywhere on Lions Field to keep the shopping experience peaceful.
- What to Wear: Pack a wide-brimmed sun hat, wear broken-in walking shoes, and bring a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated while exploring.
Shopping with a Purpose at Lions Field
As Texas’s oldest outdoor market—and the second-largest in the entire state—Wimberley Market Days features over 470 unique stalls spread across the beautiful, tree-shaded grounds of Lions Field (601 FM 2325).
What truly makes this massive operation special is that every single person helping run Market Days is a volunteer. The entire event is hosted, organized, and completely staffed by volunteer members of the Wimberley Lions Club and local community supporters. From the parking attendants out on the highway and the friendly faces at the info booths, to the golf cart drivers and the pitmasters working the grills, everyone is donating their time.
Because booth rentals and parking fees go directly into the Lions Club charity fund, 100% of the event’s net proceeds go straight back into our community—funding local youth scholarships, supporting area non-profits, and providing medical equipment for neighbors in need. When y’all shop here, you are directly investing in the town we love.
What You’ll Find On the Field
The variety of treasures hidden across the 19-acre property is incredible. The vendor paths are carefully organized to highlight a massive array of specialties:
- Arts, Crafts & Handmade Antiques and Collectibles: Perfect for tracking down one-of-a-kind local pottery, heritage woodwork, and timeless vintage pieces with real character.
- Clothing, Jewelry & Accessories: Showcasing independent Texas designers, boutique apparel, and beautiful hand-fabricated metal and stone jewelry.
- Plants & Flowers, Yard Art, and Pet Products: Everything you need to spruce up your garden with native Texas flora and whimsical iron sculptures, plus gourmet treats and accessories for your furry family members.
- Home Decor, Furniture, Kitchen, Bed & Bath Products: From hand-poured non-toxic candles and artisan soaps to custom-built live-edge tables and rustic kitchenware.
- And much more!
If you know what you’re looking for, you can use the market map and plan your route ahead of time.
Parking and Arrival Logistics
Navigating the market smoothly requires a tiny bit of strategic planning. Here is a quick breakdown of the core arrival and amenity details:
| Logistical Element | What to Expect |
|---|---|
| Hours & Admission | Gates open from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Rain or Shine. Admission is completely free. |
| Parking Lots | Ample official parking lots are located right across the road on FM 2325. There is a $10 parking fee (cash or card), run completely by volunteer attendants. |
| Money & Cards | The vast majority of vendors comfortably accept credit cards. However, if you run into a cash-only booth or need money for equipment rentals, there is one ATM machine located right on site for your convenience. |
| Restrooms | Clean, well-maintained, and family-friendly restrooms are located at multiple permanent stations across the grounds so you never have to wander too far. |
| The Early Window | The early bird truly gets the closest parking spots. Arrive by 7:30 AM to beat the mid-day crowds and the Texas heat. By 10:30 AM, inbound traffic on FM 2325 peaks significantly. |
Heavy Lifting: Hauling, Wagons, and Volunteer Golf Carts
Because y’all are bound to find more treasures than your arms can carry, the volunteer hauling network provides an incredibly organized system to help transport your purchases straight into your trunk.
Smart Prep: Bring Your Own Gear
It is always a smart move to come prepared by bringing your own sturdy pull-wagon, a rolling cart, stroller, or a few heavy-duty reusable shopping bags from home. Having your own gear makes it incredibly easy to stash smaller items, local honey jars, and unique finds as you wander the loops.
Gear Rentals for Your Walk
If you didn’t bring your own setup, you can rent heavy-duty gear for the day at two physical field locations: The Main Hauling Dispatch (Booth 6 near Gate 1) and The Info Booth (at Gate 3).
- Pull-Wagons: Available for $15 for the day (requires a $30 refundable deposit).
- Shopping Carts: Available for $10 for the day (requires a $20 refundable deposit).
- Note: Your deposit is instantly handed back to you the moment the wagon or cart is returned to the volunteers.
Volunteer-Driven Golf Carts
If you end up purchasing a massive piece of rustic furniture, heavy iron yard art, or a massive haul of collectibles, you do not have to drag it across the property.
- The Service: The fleet of volunteer-driven golf carts is dedicated solely to loading up your bulky items and driving you directly to your vehicle in the official parking lots.
- How to Coordinate a Lift: You can walk up to either of the physical hauling booths (Gate 1 or Gate 3) to request a cart, or you can simply call or text the dedicated Market Day Hauling Line directly at 512-877-0071. A volunteer cart will be dispatched straight to the vendor booth where you made your purchase so you don’t have to carry a thing.
Breakfast, Brisket, and Cold Brews
You definitely won’t go hungry on the field. The market features 10 concession stands and designated beer and wine gardens tucked under the trees where visitors can sit down, take a break from the sun, and enjoy classic pit BBQ.
- 7:00 AM Breakfast: Early risers can grab hot breakfast tacos, fresh donuts, and sausage wraps right as the gates open.
- The Main Feast: By 10:00 AM, the lunch menus roll out. The absolute crowd favorite is the official BBQ House (Concession 7), where volunteer Lion Pitmasters slow-cook beef briskets all night long over open pits to serve up fresh brisket platters, sandwiches, and stuffed baked potatoes.
- More Field Eats: Head over to Hamburger Hill (Concession 4) for juicy burgers and hot French fries, or hit up the Smile Station (Concession 3) for classic ice cream cones and root beer floats.
- Beer & Wine Gardens: When you need a break from shopping, local hubs like the Beer Haus (Concession 8) and The Lion’s Den (Concession 10) serve up ice-cold draft beers, local Texas wines, and refreshing sangria.
Live Music and Shaded Pavilions
Wimberley Market Days is as much a community music gathering as it is a shopping trip. The field features three separate live music stages set up inside or adjacent to large, covered pavilions. You can grab a plate of brisket, sit down at a shaded picnic table under the ancient live oaks, and enjoy a rotating lineup of local Hill Country acoustic musicians and singer-songwriters playing throughout the day.
You can check out the line-up for musicians here.
When to Go
The market runs on the first Saturday of every month from March through December, rain or shine. While the spring markets are stunningly beautiful, there is something incredibly cozy about the autumn and holiday markets in November and December when the crisp air sets in and the vendors roll out their best seasonal, handcrafted holiday gifts.
Making a full day out of Market Days is one of the absolute best ways to experience the proud, independent spirit of our town. Grab a wagon, support our local makers, and enjoy the hunt!
For more information about Wimberley Market Days visit the official website here.
