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Gruene Party Bus, Limo & Coach Bus Rental

You're planning an unforgettable celebration in Gruene, but coordinating rides, parking, and designated drivers can ruin the fun. Therefore, Austin Party Ride provides luxury party bus, limousine, and coach bus transportation so your group stays together, safe, and celebrating from start to finish.

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Quick Facts About Gruene

✦Gruene Hall, built in 1878, is the oldest continuously operating dance hall in Texas
✦Gruene is a historic district within the city of New Braunfels
✦The Gristmill River Restaurant overlooks the Guadalupe River from a restored 100-year-old cotton gin
✦George Strait, Lyle Lovett, Willie Nelson, and Pat Green have all played Gruene Hall
✦Gruene (pronounced "green") was a thriving cotton community in the late 1800s
✦The Guadalupe River, accessible from Gruene, is one of Texas's most popular tubing rivers

Gruene: The Oldest Dance Hall in Texas

Gruene Hall is more than a venue -- it is a Texas institution. Built in 1878, this weathered wooden structure on the banks of the Guadalupe River is the oldest continuously operating dance hall in Texas and one of the most beloved live-music venues in America. The hall has hosted every legend of Texas music, from George Strait and Willie Nelson to Lyle Lovett, Jerry Jeff Walker, and Pat Green. Its open-air design (no air conditioning, no pretense), scarred wooden dance floor, and walls covered in decades of concert posters create an atmosphere that modern venues cannot replicate. The historic district of Gruene surrounding the hall is equally charming. Once a thriving cotton community in the late 1800s, Gruene declined when the Great Depression destroyed the cotton market and was nearly abandoned. In the 1970s, a developer recognized the architectural value of the remaining buildings and began restoring them, transforming Gruene into a living historic district that now serves as one of the Hill Country's most popular tourist destinations. The Gristmill River Restaurant, housed in a restored 100-year-old cotton gin overlooking the Guadalupe River, is one of the most scenic restaurants in Texas. The multi-level deck provides stunning views of the river, and the menu features Texas comfort food with Hill Country ingredients. Arrive early -- the restaurant does not take reservations and weekend waits can exceed ninety minutes. A party bus from Austin to Gruene takes fifty minutes on I-35, and the trip is one of our most popular bookings. Groups combine Gruene Hall concerts with Gristmill dinner, Guadalupe River tubing, and antique shopping for a full-day Hill Country experience. The bus handles all the transitions and ensures everyone gets home safely after a night of dancing and Texas music. Call 512-900-8324 to book your Gruene party bus. Concert nights and summer weekends are busiest -- book two to three weeks ahead.
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Gruene Hall -- hosting legends since 1878 on the banks of the Guadalupe River

River Tubing, Dining, and the Full Gruene Experience

A full day in Gruene with a party bus is one of the most beloved experiences we offer. Here is the itinerary that groups consistently rave about. Morning (9:00 AM -- 12:00 PM): Bus departs Austin. Arrive at Rockin' R River Rides or another Guadalupe River outfitter near Gruene. Rent tubes, secure valuables on the bus, and float the horseshoe loop -- three to four hours of crystal-clear Hill Country river through some of the most beautiful scenery in Texas. The bus meets the group at the take-out point. Afternoon (1:00 PM -- 3:00 PM): Lunch at the Gristmill River Restaurant. Because you started early, the lunch crowd is manageable. Sit on the upper deck overlooking the Guadalupe and enjoy burgers, catfish, or chicken-fried steak while the river flows below. Afternoon (3:00 PM -- 5:00 PM): Explore Gruene. Browse the Gruene Antique Company (one of the best in the Hill Country), the Gruene General Store (souvenirs and Texas-made products), and the surrounding boutiques and galleries. Evening (6:00 PM -- 10:00 PM): Gruene Hall concert. Check the calendar before booking -- weekend headliners range from up-and-coming Texas singer-songwriters to nationally touring acts. The hall's standing-room atmosphere, wooden dance floor, and no-frills beer service create the most authentic live-music experience in Texas. 10:00 PM: Bus home. The fifty-minute ride back to Austin is the cooldown -- tired, happy, and buzzing from a day that packed tubing, dining, shopping, and live music into one seamless experience. Call 512-900-8324. Full-day Gruene packages run eight to twelve hours. Shorter evening-only bookings (Gristmill dinner + Gruene Hall concert) run four to six hours.
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Tubing, dining at the Gristmill, and dancing at Gruene Hall -- the perfect Texas day

Local Tips for Gruene

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Gruene Hall has no air conditioning -- summer shows are hot but authentic. Fall and spring are ideal.

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Gristmill reservations are not taken -- arrive before 11 AM for lunch to avoid ninety-minute waits

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Check Gruene Hall's concert calendar before booking -- weekend headliners require tickets and sell out

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Rockin' R River Rides launches from near Gruene for Guadalupe River tubing

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The Gruene Antique Company is one of the best antique stores in the Hill Country

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Combine Gruene with a Comal River float in New Braunfels for a full-day party bus experience

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Gruene Hall -- hosting legends since 1878 on the banks of the Guadalupe River

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Tubing, dining at the Gristmill, and dancing at Gruene Hall -- the perfect Texas day

Top Hotspots to Visit in Gruene

  • Gruene Hall
  • Gristmill River Restaurant
  • Gruene Antique Company
  • Guadalupe River
  • Rockin' R River Rides

Common Trips & Time Frames

  • Austin to Gruene Hall Concert
  • Gruene River Tubing
  • New Braunfels + Gruene Combo
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What Austin Says About Us

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Gruene Party Bus FAQs

Common questions about renting a party bus in Gruene.

Yes! Austin Party Ride provides party bus, limousine, and coach bus service to and from Gruene. We pick up anywhere in the area and can take you to Austin, San Antonio, or other destinations. Call (512) 900-8324 for a quote.
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