Three Days of Canyon Art, Living History, and Downtown Music
Uvalde, TX · September 25, 2026
Capes and comic gear take over the downtown plaza this evening, while the canyon gears up for three solid days of live music and art. A big weekend is officially underway once the workday wraps.
The Lead
The inaugural TerraTx Art Festival launches across the Frio Canyon this afternoon, kicking off three days of public murals, living-history showcases, and live performances designed to celebrate regional culture beyond the summer river rush. Spanning community hubs in Leakey and Concan, the county-backed gathering features over sixty artisan booths, vaquero heritage demonstrations, and evening star parties alongside local culinary pop-ups.
For Hill Country artisans and small businesses, the showcase offers a vital economic bridge into the autumn shoulder season, drawing visitors into canyon towns as water recreation winds down. Closer to the square, tonight’s costumed comic celebration and downtown acoustic sets round out an unusually lively weekend roster. Organizers hope the multi-town format establishes a lasting fall tradition, with interactive workshops continuing through Sunday morning.
Local Pulse
Chamber Director Steps Down for College Role Business Executive director MJ Miller departs September 30 to lead alumni and community relations at Southwest Texas College.
Sabinal Approves Revitalization Plan for Downtown Plaza Community A one-million-dollar downtown overhaul will replace vacant storefronts with dedicated space for local food trucks, artisans, and gatherings.
City Solicits Proposals for Memorial Golf Operations Parks Municipal leaders opened competitive bidding this week to enhance course operations and community amenities along Garner Field Road.
Today's Outlook
- High 92°F · Low 74°F — Overcast
- Heavy cloud cover keeps things muggy, so dress light for outdoor evening plans.
What's On Around Town
Today
Party on the Plaza: Comic Book Day Downtown Plaza, 6:00–9:00 PM · Free Costumes, vendor booths, and superhero fun for all ages.
TerraTx Kickoff Celebration Gypsy Sally's (373 Market St), Leakey, 6:00–10:00 PM · Free Live tunes, storytelling, and hands-on art launching a regional festival.
Friday Night Live with Selestial Alcoser Broadway 830 (100 E Main St), 8:00–11:00 PM Acoustic songs and wood-fired pizza right on the corner.
Tomorrow
TerraTx: Legends of the Land Uvalde County Visitor Center (21563 TX-127), Concan, 10:00 AM–4:00 PM · Free
TerraTx: From Roots to Sky & Moon Party The Springs Retreat, Leakey, 6:00–10:00 PM · Free
Sunday
- TerraTx: Creator's Canvas Old Concan Schoolhouse, Concan, 10:00 AM–12:00 PM · Free
Spotlight & Story
- Palomino Fest
- In 1996, Grammy-winning hometown brothers Los Palominos staged an impromptu outdoor show at the county fairgrounds to thank local neighbors who supported their early music careers. Thirty years later, that gathering has directed over $175,000 in college scholarships to area students.
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