San Marcos - Buda - Kyle Edition | January 2026

Health & wellness

BY JOEL VALLEY

Spark Love 5K For the Love of Go and Ancora Ministries will host the fth annual race. Proceeds from the event will be invested in programs dedicated to feeding children in Central Texas and Guatemala. • Feb. 21, 8 a.m. • $15-20 (registration) • Wallace Middle School, 1500 Center St., Kyle • www.ancoraministries.org/spark-love-5k

Pickleball Open Play Open sessions run weekdays for adults 18 and older on courts designated for both recreational and competitive players. • Through Feb. 27, 8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

• $6 (admission for non-members, free (admission for members) • San Marcos Activity Center Gym, 501 E. Hopkins St., San Marcos • www.sanmarcostx.gov

Mental Health First Aid Training for Public Safety

• Free (admission) • San Marcos Activity Center, 501 E. Hopkins St., San Marcos • www.sanmarcostx.gov

Events

The Core Four Partnership and Hill Country Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Centers have partnered to oer mental health rst aid classes to the public as an early intervention tool for those struggling with mental health or substance use challenges. • Feb. 19, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. • Free (admission) • 631 Mill St., San Marcos • www.mentalhealthirstaid.org

San Marcos Metaphysical and Holistic Fair Heaven-Pathways-Earth will bring together wellness vendors, healing practitioners and spiritual resources to nurture the mind, body and spirit. • Feb. 7-8, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. • Free (admission) • Holiday Inn San Marcos, 105 Bintu Drive, San Marcos • www.heavenpathwaysearth.com/fair-san-marcos Dance For Adults with Disabilities Adults with disabilities can enjoy a themed dance party, which will feature music and door prizes. • Feb. 6, 7-9 p.m.

Community Yoga With a focus on learning to stretch, strengthen and unwind, the classes are designed for all skill levels to improve tness, exibility and overall well-being. Attendees are asked to bring their own mat and water. • Feb. 14, 9-9:45 a.m. • Free (registration) • Inspired Minds Art Center, 121 Main St., Buda • www.inspiredminds.art

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