Star House Dripping Springs

06/15/2026

06/14/2026

Another great reason to come stay at the Star House Dripping Springs !

06/13/2026

For a few evenings in June 2026, three planets will share the same twilight stage.

Venus, Jupiter, and Mercury will form a beautiful planetary lineup above the western horizon, creating one of the most accessible skywatching events of the month. No telescope. No special equipment. Just three worlds shining together in the fading light of sunset.

Venus, known as the brilliant Evening Star, will dominate the scene. Below it, Jupiter will glow with its steady golden light, while elusive Mercury hugs the horizon, completing this rare celestial gathering.

What makes this event special is its simplicity: millions of miles apart, these planets appear gathered in a single corner of the sky, offering a striking reminder of the Solar System's clockwork precision.

🔭 Best time to view:
30–45 minutes after sunset

👀 How to see it:
Visible to the naked eye. Find a location with a completely unobstructed western horizon. Binoculars may help you spot Mercury before it slips below the horizon.

📍 Where to look:
Low in the western sky after sunset.

--Bonus: If you miss the peak, the trio remains visible through June 15.

--Then, from June 16–18, a delicate crescent Moon joins Venus, Jupiter, and Mercury, creating an even more photogenic four-object alignment.

A rare planetary gathering that turns an ordinary sunset into a journey across the Solar System. 🌟

06/13/2026

Exactly why we love sharing these special moments with our guests at the Star House Star House Dripping Springs! Remember, The Stars Will Be Waiting!

👉🌌✨ TONIGHT'S SKY SHOW ✨🌌

Step outside after sunset and look toward the western horizon for a beautiful planetary gathering.

🪐 Jupiter, Venus, and Mercury will appear close together in the evening sky, creating a rare and eye-catching celestial display.

🌟 Venus and Jupiter will shine brightly and be easy to spot without any equipment.

☿ Mercury will be much lower near the horizon, so you'll need a clear view of the western sky to see it.

📍 Best time to watch: Shortly after sunset
👀 Look toward the western horizon
🔭 Binoculars may help you spot Mercury more easily

Don't miss this chance to witness three planets sharing the same part of the sky in a spectacular evening alignment!

06/11/2026

06/02/2026

We are proud to be a sponsor of the 21st Annual Blanco Lavender Festival this weekend! Join us for one of the most fun weekends in the Hill Country. 🪻👏

We'll be open special extended hours this weekend, with a limited menu during the day to reduce wait times, and live music on Friday and Saturday!

Plus, enjoy lavender margaritas from the patio all weekend! 🍹

05/31/2026

I have a 1 night opening at the Star House Dripping Springs with online reservations at https://www.starhousebandb.com/ and thru Airbnb at airbnb.com/h/star-house-dripping-springs. It’s quite rare to have availability at the Star House! We are just 12 minutes away from the Square in Blanco! Come see what the Texas Hill Country is all about in this fabulous town!

The Blanco Lavender Festival returns June 5–7, 2026, in Blanco, Texas, celebrating the Hill Country’s famous lavender season with three days of live music, artisan vendors, food, wine, and family-friendly activities. Festival events take place around the historic Old Blanco County Courthouse and nearby Bindseil Park in downtown Blanco, with additional activities hosted at Hill Country Lavender Farm just outside town. The annual event draws thousands of visitors each year to experience lavender fields in bloom, specialty markets, and the relaxed charm of the Texas Hill Country.

The 2026 live music lineup includes Donovan Hatcher & Wild Hearted Sons, Texas Heavy, Rochelle & The Sidewinders, Jesse Stratton, Bobby Mack, Zydeco Blanco, and Hill Country Honeys performing throughout the weekend in Bindseil Park. Guests can also enjoy lavender-inspired foods and drinks, regional wines and beer, educational talks, and shopping from artists and craftspeople from across Texas. The Lavender Festival is one of the premier summer celebrations in the Hill Country, blending music, local culture, and Blanco’s longstanding connection to lavender farming.



Blanco Lavender Festival