Natural Bridge Caverns once again takes Valentine’s Day underground with a return of its celebration: Deeply in Love. The event offers Valentine couples a four-course gourmet dinner 180 feet underground in the Hidden Cavern. The dinner will start with a wine pairing above ground followed by a stroll through the cavern and live music in one of the state’s most spectacular caverns.
Tickets will be extremely limited for both the 5 pm and 7 pm dinner. For a full menu and more information visit NaturalBridgeCaverns.com
Live Music, S’mores, Santa and Mrs. Claus, a Live Underground Concert, and Magical Walking Trail of Lights at Natural Bridge Caverns
Natural Bridge Caverns is once again bringing holiday magic underground with the return of Christmas at the Caverns, starting Saturday, December 7th, and running through December 23rd. The 2024 season is packed with family-favorite holiday traditions, including Caroling in the Cavern, the stunning walk-through Trail of Lights, a giant Christmas tree, holiday treats, and, of course, Santa and Mrs. Claus.
“Each year, we look for ways to make our Christmas event a big part of celebrating the magic of the season,” said Brad Wuest, President of Natural Bridge Caverns. “We’re blessed to give our guests a unique holiday experience that combines the beauty of the cavern with the joyful talents of so many talented musicians from every corner of our community.”
Families enjoy live holiday music deep within the caverns during Christmas at the Caverns at Natural Bridge Caverns
Christmas at the Caverns will take place on December 7, 8, 14, 15, 20-23. Music has always been a cornerstone of Christmas at the Caverns. Caroling in the Cavern will feature local and regional performers, filling the stunning Discovery Cavern with holiday music. The acoustics within the cavern create a unique setting for these live performances, surrounded by the natural beauty of stalactites, stalagmites, and flowstone formations. Caroling often sells out, making it one of the more popular traditions for locals.
This month’s Live Underground Concert will feature Jeremy McComb on December 20th. McComb is a Grammy-nominated artist with five albums to his credit. Concertgoers will not only enjoy McComb’s storytelling gift but will also have access to all above-ground events, including the popular Trail of Lights, Reindeer Round-Up, and more.
Once again, the festive Trail of Lights walk will take visitors on a magical journey through a series of beautifully lit holiday scenes and characters, with hundreds of illuminated Live Oaks and music throughout the trail. The easy one-third-of-a-mile walk ends in Discovery Village under a spectacular 30-foot-tall Christmas tree.
Returning favorites include the Discovery Village Synthetic Skating Rink, a perfect way for families to glide into the holiday spirit, free for children ages 3-11. In keeping with the Caverns’ ranching heritage, the Reindeer Round-Up will entertain kids with a search for Santa’s missing reindeer, and an expanded s’mores campfire area will offer a cozy spot for enjoying winter evenings.
Throughout December, Natural Bridge Caverns will continue its tradition of supporting the New Braunfels and San Antonio Food Bank. “We are committed to giving back to our community, and each year our guests help us make a real difference,” said Travis Wuest, co-owner and vice president of Natural Bridge Caverns. “To date, we have been able to raise enough money to provide over 1.45 million pounds of food, providing essential support for families in need.”
Families gather to roast marshmallows for s’mores by the campfire during Christmas at the Caverns at Natural Bridge Caverns.
Guests can support the Food Bank through the Natural Bridge Caverns community food drive or choose to Round Up for Hunger by adding a donation to their ticket purchase. Every guest who brings a non-perishable food item will receive a FREE s’more treat to enjoy at the campfire.
PRICING
Jingle All the Way Package (Dec. 7-23): $45.99 for adults and $35 for children ages 3-11. Includes Caroling in the Cavern, Twisted Trails, Trail of Lights, Reindeer Roundup Maze, Story Time with Mrs. Claus, visit with Santa Claus, synthetic skating, campfire, yard games, hay maze, and live music.
Live Underground Christmas Concert (Dec. 20): A 90-minute show with Grammy nominated singer songwriter Jeremy McComb. Includes access all above ground activities including the Trail of Lights, Reindeer Roundup Maze, synthetic skating, campfire, and yard games. Visit the concert page online for details and pricing.
Christmas Admission with Caroling Tour (Dec. 7-23): $37.99 for adults and $27.99 for children ages 3-11, includes a Caroling tour in the Discovery Cavern, Trail of Lights, Reindeer Roundup Maze, Story Time with Mrs. Claus, visit with Santa Claus, synthetic skating, campfire, yard games, hay maze, and live music.
Christmas Grounds Pass (Dec. 7-23): $22.99 for adults and $27.99 for children ages 3-11, includes all above grounds Trail of Lights, Reindeer Roundup Maze, Story Time with Mrs. Claus, visit with Santa Claus, synthetic skating, campfire, yard games, hay maze, and live music.
ADD-ONS
Christmas Admission Plus: add either Twisted Trails or Caroling in the Cavern: $15 for adults, $11 for children.
Natural Bridge Caverns will continue to offer daily tours of Texas’s largest cavern system through the Discovery Tour, Hidden Wonders Tour, Lantern Tour, Adventure Tours, private tours, and a range of surface attractions. Visit Natural Bridge Caverns for pricing, park hours, and availability.
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Natural Bridge Caverns, discovered in 1960 by local cavers, is a family-owned and operated natural wonder and the largest cavern in Texas. In addition to two distinct cavern tours, the property features above-ground adventures, including a ropes course, zip rails, a 5,000-square-foot outdoor maze, and interactive gem panning. New areas are still being discovered and explored within this extensive cave system. Natural Bridge Caverns is a State Historical Site, a National Natural Landmark, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
This free fall festival event also celebrates the Hill Country’s beloved night fliers.
The first ever Cavern Fall Bat Fest kicks off at Natural Bridge Caverns every weekend in October. This free family friendly event celebrates both fall and our favorite local resident – bats! Activities include bat educational displays, a mini-hay maze, a bat-themed scavenger hunt, live music, fun photo stops with pumpkins, scarecrows, and fall themes, and a free AMAZEn’ Ranch Round-Up maze ticket to anyone who comes in a family-friendly costume. In addition, there will also be new seasonal menu items and, on October 26th and 27th even more fun including free Trick or Treating.
“Cavern Fall Bat Fest not only takes advantage of the gorgeous autumn weather and beautiful Texas Hill Country views here on property,” said Travis Wuest vice president at Natural Bridge Caverns. “It’s also our opportunity to show our love for some of the hardest workers in our eco system – bats! While the Mexican Free-Tail bat gets lots of attention, our most recent biological survey has shown that we have 11 different species of bats that call this area home. We continue to learn about their needs and how we can continue to provide a place where they can thrive.”
Natural Bridge Caverns also offers five different cave tours, a six-story tall zip rails and ropes course, great food and shopping. “Combined with all our free fun activities, folks can stay and enjoy a relaxing fall day in the Hill Country,” said Wuest.
For more information on all the fun October events, adventures, and available tours, visit naturalbridgecaverns.com.
Now in its third year, this free event is designed to inspirehabitat building for butterflies and other pollinators
Natural Bridge Caverns is celebrating the migration of the Monarch butterflies with its 3rd annual Butterflies and Blooms event on September 21 and 22nd. This free event will include presentations on butterfly habitats from the in-house landscape team, hundreds of free seeds, a scavenger hunt, crafts, educational displays, live music and more. Designed to create more diverse habitats for pollinators like butterflies, bees, moths, and hummingbirds, the event is part of Natural Bridge Caverns’ ongoing mission to connect people with nature.
Celebrating pollinators is the best part of this free Butterflies and Blooms event
“Pollinators rely on native habitats throughout their local habitat and migratory path,” said Joye Wuest, CFO for Natural Bridge Caverns and ardent supporter of pollinator habitats. “We’ve committed to ensuring our landscaping doesn’t just look lovely, but also feeds native pollinators. Now we’re helping people to do the same in their own backyards and gardens.” The seeds gathered by the park’s in-house landscape team are specifically selected to provide easy to grow plants that support multiple stages of a butterfly’s life cycle. Natural Bridge Caverns also has an extensive guide on their website to both the types of butterflies and the plants they rely on throughout their time in Texas.
Visit NaturalBridgeCaverns.com for more information on Butterflies and Blooms and more events happening this fall.
It was 60 years ago when the first tours opened at Natural Bridge Caverns, the largest cavern in Texas. To kick off a year of celebrations of the 60th, the cavern crew will have a staff reunion on June 1st for everyone one who has ever worked at the park.
“In the beginning everyone’s job was to be a tour guide, cashier, and grounds keeper. These days our team has grown, along with our knowledge about the caverns system,” said Brad Wuest, president of Natural Bridge Caverns. “Over the years we’ve lost touch with some folks. We’re hoping this reunion will give everyone a chance to visit, share stories, and see how the caverns have changed – even in just the last two years.”
The cavern system itself has been carefully protected, with a focus on balancing access and stewardship of this Natural National Landmark. Key to that effort has been the staff over the years who have also valued this natural wonder.
The Natural Bridge Caverns’ crew is asking for help in spreading the word about the reunion. “If you or someone you know worked with us at the cavern, please know we would love to celebrate together. It’ll be a great day of reminiscing, touring, and fun,” said Wuest.
The hummingbirds are making their way back through Texas and Natural Bridge Caverns is making sure they feel welcome with a FREE event May 11 and 12th. This free family-friendly event will teach kids and adults about the importance of diversity of habitat, how to identify different hummingbirds, and offer guests an opportunity to build their own hummingbird feeder using recycled items. There will also be activity stations for kids, instagrammable photo spots, live music, and a hummingbird scavenger hunt. The event runs from 10 am to 4 pm. PHOTOS HERE
“We are passionate about creating an environment that supports our pollinators – and I admit, I have a special affection for hummingbirds,” said Joye Wuest, CFO of Natural Bridge Caverns. “This event is an opportunity to expand support of these remarkable birds and continue our mission to connect people with nature.”
The Natural Bridge Caverns landscape team will answer questions about the wide array of plants throughout the property that support pollinators and the types of hummingbirds attracted to them. For more information about this free event, visit naturalbridgecaverns.com
The hummingbirds are making their way back through Texas and Natural Bridge Caverns is making sure they feel welcome with a FREE event
Natural Bridge Caverns is one of the world’s premier show caverns. Discovered in 1960 by local cavers, this family owned and operated natural wonder is the largest cavern in Texas. More than two cave tours of two distinct and stunning caverns, the property also features above ground adventures of a different kind including a ropes course, zip rails, a 5,000 square foot outdoor maze, and an interactive “gem panning” activity. Natural Bridge Caverns is also home to the deepest venue in Texas, the Ballroom, with regular concerts and events. More of the cavern is still being discovered; the Wuest family along with their caving team are still actively exploring new areas in the massive system. Natural Bridge Caverns is a designated State Historical Site and National Natural Landmark of Historic Places.
Natural Bridge Caverns is celebrating the April 8th total eclipse with a VIP party in the wide-open skies of the meadow in the park. Given the success of last fall’s annular eclipse, organizers are anticipating another busy day for the “big one.”
This spring’s total solar eclipse viewing party will feature three guest favorites: food, loungers, and discounts on tours. This time the park will offer lunch and other activities for participants including family lawn games and live music. Natural Bridge Caverns will charge for parking on the 8th (parking is usually free).
With three levels of packages, it will be easy to reserve a spot to enjoy the eclipse without having to run around trying to find parking and the perfect open sky spot. In addition to cavern tour discounts, all packages include parking, reserved seating area, and of course, eclipse sunglasses. Guests can also enjoy a lunch buffet, loungers, and beverages throughout the eclipse.
“We’re one of the few places you can see the eclipse, then go underground for another incredible wonder of nature,” said Travis Wuest, vice president of Natural Bridge Caverns. “We hope to see friends and family gathered for excellent viewing of this beautiful natural phenomenon – with food, music, and fun.”
For specific information on the Natural Bridge Caverns VIP Eclipse packages, visit naturalbridgecaverns.com
Natural Bridge Caverns is one of the world’s premier show caverns. Discovered in 1960 by local cavers, this family owned and operated natural wonder is the largest cavern in Texas. More than two stunning cave tours, the property features above ground adventures of a different kind including a ropes course, zip rails, a 5,000 square foot outdoor maze, and even an interactive “panning” activity. More of the cavern is still being discovered; the Wuest family along with their caving team are still actively exploring new areas in the massive cavern. Natural Bridge Caverns is a designated State Historical Site, National Natural Landmark, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Joey Green, Stephanie Urbina Jones & The Honky Tonk Mariachi, The Billie Jeans, and Jeremy McComb are all part of the 2024 Live Underground concert series at Natural Bridge Caverns.
February 22, 2024 San Antonio – Natural Bridge Caverns’ popular Live Underground concert series continues to welcome a diverse set of artists in the deepest venue in Texas. From rock and roll to honky tonk to singer/songwriter style, there’s a concert for every fan.
Joey Green will perform in the Ballroom on March 28th. Best known for his show stopping performance on The Voice, Green has eight albums to his credit. His music combines his brand of storytelling with a powerhouse vocal range. Green has become a household name in Texas and beyond for his rock ‘n’ roll to soul country rollercoaster ride of a live show.
Stephanie Urbina Jones & The Honky Tonk Mariachi brings her mix of classic country rock with the joy-filled sounds of Mexico to the Ballroom on April 18th. Her style is fondly called “country music with chili peppers.” Jones brings a fiesta platter of love sharing culture, stories, and songs to bring people together.
The Billie Jeans’ gorgeous four-part harmony will fill the Ballroom on September 20th. Made up of four accomplished artists, their music ranges from Texas country to folk to soul and pop. Loved by fans in the area, they are on the rise, recently playing the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo.
Jeremy McComb, Grammy nominated artist with a triple platinum movie soundtrack, will bring his Cowboy Style Christmas show to the Ballroom on December 20th. McComb has a growing international fan base with a long list of sold out shows overseas, he is proudly and fiercely independent in both spirit and style, born in Idaho as a sixth-generation musician.
Tickets for all shows are on sale now at Natural Bridge Caverns. Shows start at 7 pm and doors open at 6.
Live Underground concerts take place in the Ballroom, the natural underground chamber in the second of the two caverns discovered at Natural Bridge Caverns, has become popular with artists and audience alike. It’s the deepest concert venue in Texas, complete with a bar and restrooms for concert goers. Only two hundred tickets are sold for each performance, making it an intimate and unique experience.
Nashville recording artist Jessee Lee brings her picturesque songwriting, unique vocal and quirky bass line guitar playing to the deepest venue in Texas.
Natural Bridge Caverns’ popular Live Underground concert series kicks off 2024 with a unique Leap Day concert. Jessee Lee will bring her soulful Americana style on February 29th into Natural Bridge Caverns Ballroom, the deepest venue in Texas. Lee put out her first single in November of 2022 titled “Dive Bar Superstar” which earned her “Texas Song of the Week” on the TIR charts and another in January of 2023 called “You’re Gonna Be Your Mama.” Both are original songs that showcase her humor as well as her ability to seamlessly blend Country and Soul music. Doors open at 6pm.
The Ballroom, the natural underground chamber in the second of the two caverns discovered at Natural Bridge Caverns, has become popular with artists and audiences alike. It’s the deepest concert venue in Texas, complete with a bar and restrooms for concert goers. Only two hundred tickets are sold for each concert, making it an intimate and unique experience.
Lee’s passion for writing songs extends beyond writing songs for her records and for other artists to working with Veterans. In 2022, she began working with “Operation Song” writing the stories of active and retired military Veterans with PTSD as a form of music therapy at a rehab center called Warrior’s Heart.
Monthly concerts are being scheduled for the remainder of 2024. For more information and tickets visit NaturalBridgeCaverns.com
Natural Bridge Caverns takes Valentine’s Day underground with a new celebration: Deeply in Love. Both nights – February 13 and 14 – sold out in less than 24 hours.
The event offers Valentine couples a four-course gourmet dinner 180 feet underground in the Hidden Cavern. The dinner will start with a wine pairing above ground followed by a stroll through the cavern and live music in one of the state’s most spectacular caverns.
Tickets will be extremely limited. For a full menu, tickets, and more information visit NaturalBridgeCaverns.com
Natural Bridge Caverns is celebrating the 10th anniversary of Christmas at the Caverns with a December Live Underground Concert Series. Artists range from regional favorites to up and coming artists. All concerts take place in the Ballroom, the natural underground chamber in the second of the two caverns discovered at Natural Bridge Caverns. It’s also 150 feet underground, making it the deepest concert venue in Texas, complete with a bar and restrooms for concert goers.
December 21: Zack Walther Band playing songs from their newly released Christmas album
December 26: Scotty Alexander, 8-time Texas Country Music Nominee
December 27: Case Hardin – TCMA New Male Vocalist and SXSW Emerging Artist winner
December 28: Matt Castillo – 2023 Texas regional Radio’s New Male Vocalist of the Year
December 29: Payton Howie – 2023 TCMA Emerging Artist of the Year
December 30: Clay Hollis – RGV native, Hollis has four top ten singles under his belt and more on the way.
Due to the size of the room, only two hundred tickets will be sold per concert, making it an intimate and unique experience for both the artists and the audiences. For more information visit NaturalBridgeCaverns.com/live-underground.
In 2023 Natural Bridge Caverns opened its Hidden Wonders tour with something special – a sound and light show inside a box canyon passage in the Hidden Cavern. Now the original score composed for that show has been nominated for a Hollywood Music in Media Award (HMMA). This premier awards organization honors original music in all visual media from around the globe, and many previous year nominees have gone on to win Oscars, Golden Globes, Grammys, and more.
The Hidden Wonders Box Canyon show was scored by Chris Thomas, a well-known composer for many theme parks as well as television and film. The show was a collaborative effort between Thomas and Slovakian lighting designer Jan Ptacin, as well as the German lighting team, Cave Lighting, which specializes in state-of-the-art light installations in cave environments.
Composer Chris Thomas and Lighting Designer Jan Ptacin during the installation of Natural Bridged Caverns Hidden Wonders Show
“It’s truly an honor to be nominated,” said Brad Wuest, president of Natural Bridge Caverns. “We fell in love with the score and the story it tells about the caverns’ formation. It’s been a high point for guests as well. The show is something that brings together so much of what we love about the cavern system: its origin story along with our discovery and commitment to preserve it for future generations.”
Other nominees for this year’s HMMA awards include “I’m Just Ken” from BARBIE, “Am I Dreaming” from SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE, and the score for the series SILO. In the theme park and special projects category other nominees include the Los Angeles children’s Chorus and Sea World Abu Dhabi: Antarctica. Winners will be announced at a ceremony on November 15th.
An excerpt of the score and show can be seen here.
NEW: Extended Season, Live Underground Concerts, and an Expanded Trail of Lights planned for this year
PHOTO ASSETS AND B-ROLL: Christmas at the Caverns photos and b-roll is available here.
November 2, 2023 – In honor of the 10th anniversary of the Christmas at the Caverns, Natural Bridge Caverns is extending the season of celebration another week with the addition of a series of Live Underground Concerts and more through December 30th.
Texas’ favorite underground Christmas tradition returns starting Saturday, December 2nd and continues for the first time through the 30th, with holiday favorites including Caroling in the Cavern, a stunning walk thru the Trail of lights, giant Christmas tree, holiday food and drink and of course, Santa and Mrs. Claus. Following Christmas Day, this year’s holiday celebration will continue with a series of Live Underground Concerts in the newest event space at Natural Bridge Caverns: the deepest underground event venue in Texas.
The holidays are bright at Christmas at the Caverns at Natural Bridge Caverns
“Our Live Underground concerts have been so popular, when we were looking for a way to celebrate our 10th anniversary, it seemed like the perfect way to extend the festivities,” saidBrad Wuest, President of Natural Bridge Caverns.
Christmas at the Caverns will take place on Dec. 2, 3, 9, 10, 15-23, and 26-30th. During the week of 26th through the 30th all the outdoor elements (walking trail of lights, holiday food and drink, and synthetic ice skating) will continue, however, instead of Caroling in the Cavern five different artists will take that stage for Live Underground Concerts in the Ballroom, the deepest venue in Texas. Additionally, neither Santa nor Mrs. Claus will be in attendance, having returned to the North Pole after Christmas. The Caverns will also continue its tradition of collecting food, financial contributions, and donating a portion from every ticket sold to the New Braunfels and San Antonio Food Bank to help families in need.
Music has always been at the heart of Christmas at the Caverns. Caroling in the Cavern featuring talent local and regional performance groups will be back inside the beautiful rooms of the Discovery Cavern. The acoustics in the cavern are spectacular for live performances, and the ancient formations of stalactites, stalagmites, flowstone, and drapery that fill the cave serve as incredible natural backdrops.
The Holiday Live Underground Concert series performers include Zack Walther Band on December 21st, Scotty Alexander on December 26th, Matt Castillo on December 28th, and more to come. Concert attendees will have access to all above ground events including the popular Trail of Lights, Reindeer Round-Up, and more.
This year the popular Trail of Lights is being expanded. Thisspectacular walk thru of lighted holiday scenes and characters feature hundreds of towering Live Oaks, filled with lights. There is music throughout the trail, and it’s an easy one third of a mile walk beneath the Live Oaks. The trail ends back in Discovery Village with a 30-foot-tall Christmas tree.
Designed for families, brightly lit walking trails, story time, and Santa are just some of the events during Natural Bridge Caverns’ Christmas at the Caverns.
Back by popular demand is the Discovery Village Synthetic Skating Rink, a perfect way to glide into the season and is free for children, ages 3-11. In keeping with the Cavern’s ranching heritage there will be a Reindeer RoundUp search for missing reindeer and an expanded s’mores campfire area. And no Christmas at the Caverns would be complete without Santa and Mrs. Claus! St. Nick will be on hand for photos and Mrs. Claus will host a special story time for kids.
Throughout December a portion of proceeds support the work of the New Braunfels and San Antonio Food Bank, which serves residents in the region. Travis Wuest, co-owner and vice president of Natural Bridge Caverns serves on the New Braunfels Food Bank’s Advisory Board. “We are blessed to continue our support of the Food Bank and its mission of feeding hungry families in our community,” said Wuest.
To date guests and Natural Bridge Caverns have given more than $125K. “This money provides more than 1.25 million pounds of food. We are grateful to do our part to restoring food security to families in our community.”
Guests can lend their support for the Food Bank this year through a Natural Bridge Caverns community food drive or take the option to Round Up for Hunger by adding a donation to their online ticket orders. In addition, every guest who brings a non-perishable food item will receive a FREE s’more treat to roast over the campfire. Finally, a portion of each ticket sold will be donated to the Food Bank.
PRICING
Jingle All the Way package includes all Christmas at the Caverns activities from December 2nd – 23rd, running $46.99 for adults and $36.00 for children 3-11. This full package sells out early, buy in advance online. Includes: Caroling in the Cavern, Twisted Trails, the Trail of Lights, Reindeer Roundup Maze, Story time with Mrs. Claus, visit with Santa Claus, synthetic skating, campfire, yard games, and live music.
Live Underground Christmas Concert package will be available on select nights. Visit the concert page online for details and pricing. All concert tickets include: Live Underground Concert, the Trail of Lights, Reindeer Roundup Maze, synthetic skating, campfire, and yardgames.
General (park only) admission for Christmas at the Caverns through December 30th is $23.99 for adults and $17.99 for children aged 3-11, which includes the Trail of Lights, Reindeer Roundup Maze, campfire, synthetic skating for kids 3-11, yard games, and livemusic.
Twisted Trails or Caroling in the Cavern can be added to any ticket for $15 for adults and $11 for children.
Natural Bridge Caverns is one of the world’s premier show caverns. Discovered in 1960 by local cavers, this family owned and operated natural wonder is the largest cavern in Texas. More than two cave tours of two distinct and stunning caverns, the property also features above ground adventures of a different kind including a ropes course, zip rails, a 5,000square foot outdoor maze, and even an interactive “gem panning” activity. More of the cavern is still being discovered; the Wuest family along with their caving team are still actively exploring new areas in the massive system. Natural Bridge Caverns is a designatedState Historical Site, National Natural Landmark, and is listed on the National Register ofHistoric Places.
[San Antonio, TX September 14, 2023] Natural Bridge Caverns is celebrating the October 14th eclipse with a VIP party in the wide-open skies of the meadow in the park.
This fall’s annular eclipse will undoubtedly have people seeking out the perfect viewing spot. At the caverns the open meadow area provides great viewing. There are options to book loungers, enjoy brunch, and score discounts on tours. Natural Bridge Caverns will charge for parking until 1 pm (parking is usually free).
With three levels of packages, it will be easy to reserve a spot to enjoy the eclipse without having to run around trying to find parking and the perfect open sky spot. In addition to cavern tour discounts, all packages include parking, reserved seating area, and of course, eclipse sunglasses. Guests can also enjoy a brunch buffet, loungers, and beverages throughout the eclipse.
“At Natural Bridge Caverns, we are all about celebrating nature, adventure, discovery, and wonder,” noted Travis Wuest, vice president of Natural Bridge Caverns. “The opportunity to experience the eclipse in totality is a very unique occurrence. It’s going to be a great day in the meadow with food, music, and fun.”
For specific information on the Natural Bridge Caverns VIP Eclipse packages, visit naturalbridgecaverns.com
Natural Bridge Caverns is one of the world’s premier show caverns. Discovered in 1960 by local cavers, this family owned and operated natural wonder is the largest cavern in Texas. More than two stunning cave tours, the property features above ground adventures of a different kind including a ropes course, zip rails, a 5,000 square foot outdoor maze, and even an interactive “panning” activity. More of the cavern is still being discovered; the Wuest family along with their caving team are still actively exploring new areas in the massive cavern. Natural Bridge Caverns is a designated State Historical Site, National Natural Landmark, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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September will feature Alex Meixner and Brett Cline and October will feature the Topo Chico Cowboys aka Drew Kennedy and Josh Grider.
After selling out the first Concert in the Cavern show in two days, Natural Bridge Caverns announced the next two shows in the series. On September 14th Alex Meixner and Brett Cline will take the stage in The Ballroom, the deepest concert venue in Texas. Topo Chico Cowboys, Drew Kennedy and Josh Grider, will play on October 5th.
The Ballroom, the natural underground chamber in the second of the two caverns discovered at Natural Bridge Caverns, has incredible sound quality making it a perfect space for musical performances. It’s also 150 feet underground, making it the deepest concert venue in Texas, complete with a bar and restrooms for concert goers. “We knew concerts would be a great addition to the Ballroom, but we had no idea how excited fans would be,” said Brad Wuest, president of Natural Bridge Caverns. “Our goal is to give musicians in the region and their audiences an experience that is like no other.”
Alex Meixner and Brett Cline will bring their repertoire of jazz and more to the Ballroom in the Hidden Cavern.
Alex Meixner and Brett Cline are seasoned musicians rooted in New Braunfels offering a dynamic musical venture. Their repertoire spans jazz, pop, polka, folk, and classical genres, providing a rich and varied listening experience. Drew Kennedy and Josh Grider, both considered among the most highly regarded songwriters in the country, will perform as the Topo Chico Cowboys. Their show will be part performance and part picking party. Doors for both performances open at 6.
Due to the size of the room, only a few hundred tickets will be sold, making it an intimate and unusual experience for both the artists and the audiences. For more information visit NaturalBridgeCaverns.com
On the heels of the grand opening of the largest investment in Natural Bridge Caverns history, the caverns announced the first ever live underground concert in the Ballroom, part of the recently expanded Hidden Cavern. The new concert series will begin with renowned guitarist and song writer, Monte Montgomery on August 18th. (photos here)
The Ballroom, the natural underground chamber in the second of the two caverns discovered at Natural Bridge Caverns, has incredible sound quality making it a perfect space for musical performances. It’s also 150 feet underground, making it the deepest concert venue in Texas. “From the day we first decided to open this area to the public, we imagined the possibilities for live music,” said Brad Wuest, president of Natural Bridge Caverns. “This is the first of many concerts we plan on having in this unique venue.”
Monte Montgomery, who has been named the best acoustic guitar player by the Austin Chronicle Austin Music Awards for seven straight years, will be performing a solo show. Doors open at 6.
Due to the size of the room, only 200 tickets will be sold, making it an intimate and unusual experience for both the artist and the audience. For more information visit NaturalBridgeCaverns.com
Concerts in the Cavern Monte Montgomery
We have gotten some questions about doing concerts in the cavern and we want to respond to those thoughtful concerns.
First we deeply appreciate concerns about the cave. This area has been under careful development for more than six years and this particular area of the cave has little to no formations. It is specifically for this reason we selected this area of the cave for events because while sound can carry through large open spaces, the structure in this area dampens any impact of noise through the rest of the cave.
We think it’s important for everyone to understand that only 20% of our cave is actually open to the public at all. The rest of the cave is still wild, explored only by professionals and we take great care to keep it that way, above ground and below. Of the 20% that is open to the public we’ve spent more than 60 years leading the way to both preserve the cave formations and environment while sharing it with people. In this way, we hope to inspire ongoing support for cave environments.
One last bit of information: our concert series is geared to acoustic sessions, not huge concerts with giant speakers. We know at these sound levels we can ensure the experience is positive for our guests and artists and will allow the cave to continue to grow as it has for millions of years.
NEW THIS YEAR: Professional Santa Photos, Story time with Mrs. Claus,Expanded S’mores and Hot Chocolate Experience, and Free Kids Synthetic Ice Skating
Natural Bridge Caverns announced the return of “Christmas at the Caverns” for the 9th year starting Saturday, December 3rd and runs for 12 nights through December 23rd. Filled with carols in the caverns, a stunning walk thru light stroll, giant Christmas tree, and of course, Santa Claus, this year’s event is shaping up to be bigger than ever. New this year: professional photos with Santa, Mrs. Claus story time with kids, a hot chocolate station and BBQ.
“Creating the perfect Texas Hill Country Christmas tradition has been our goal,” said Brad Wuest, President of Natural Bridge Caverns. “We want to bring the spirit of the season alive for families and friends with a twist that makes this a unique Cavern celebration.”
Christmas at the Caverns will take place on Dec. 3 and 4, 10 and 11, and 16-23. The Caverns will also continue its tradition of collecting food and donations at the event for the New Braunfels and San Antonio Food Bank to help families in need.
This year’s Christmas at the Caverns returns with everyone’s favorite elements. The most popular – Caroling in the Caverns – will be back with live musicians and choirs performing holiday classics inside the beautiful rooms of the Discovery Cavern. The acoustics in the cavern are spectacular for live performances, and the ancient formations of stalactites, stalagmites, flowstone, and drapery that fill the cave serve as incredible natural backdrops.
Other popular elements are returning, like the popular Trail of Lights. This spectacular walk thru of lighted holiday scenes and characters feature hundreds of towering Live Oaks, filled with lights. There is music throughout the trail, and it’s an easy one third of a mile walk beneath the Live Oaks. The trail ends back in Discovery Village where the 30-foot-tall Christmas tree lights up in synch with holiday music.
Back by popular demand is the Discovery Village Synthetic Skating Rink, a perfect way to glide into the season and free for children, ages 3-11. In keeping with the Cavern’s ranching heritage there will be an AMAZEn’ Reindeer RoundUp search for missing reindeer and an expanded s’mores campfire. And no Christmas at the Caverns would be complete without Santa Claus! The jolly old St. Nick will be on hand for photos and to hear every little explorer’s Christmas wishes.
Throughout December a portion of proceeds support the work of the New Braunfels and San Antonio Food Bank, which serves residents in the region. Travis Wuest, co-owner and vice president of Natural Bridge Caverns serves on the New Braunfels Food Bank’s Advisory Board. “We are blessed to continue our support of the Food Bank and its mission of feeding hungry families in our community,” said Wuest.
To date guests and Natural Bridge Caverns have given more than $107,800 dollars. “This money provides more than 754,600 meals for people who are struggling to feed their families. We are grateful to do our part to restore food security to these families in our community.”
Guests can lend their support for the Food Bank this year through a Natural Bridge Caverns community food drive or take the option to Round Up for Hunger by adding a donation to their online ticket orders. In addition, every guest who brings a non-perishable food item will receive a FREE s’mores treat to roast over the campfire. Finally, a portion of each ticket sold will be donated to the Food Bank.
PRICING
Online General Admission for Christmas at the Caverns is $21.99 for adults and $16.99 for children aged 3-11, which includes the Trail of Lights, AMAZEn’ Reindeer Roundup, Storytime with Mrs. Claus, visit with Santa Claus, S’mores campfire, yard games, and live music.
A Caroling in the Cavern tour or the Twisted Trails may be added to any ticket for $15 for adults and $11 for children. Caroling sells out early; buy in advance online. Skating is free for children, ages 3-11.
Natural Bridge Caverns will continue offering daily tours of the largest cavern system in Texas through the Discovery Tour, private tours, Adventure Tour, and amazing surface attractions. Visit the Natural Bridge Cavern website for pricing, park hours, and availability.
Christmas at the Caverns photos and b-roll is available here.
