Join Cultivate 7twelve for a live figure drawing session. Sessions will be short pose, beginning with short gesture poses for the first 30 minutes, then increasing in length through the session (with short breaks throughout). While these sessions are not instructed, artists will be in the company of like-minded creators, and support/feedback is welcome and...
Waco, get ready for five weeks of free, outdoor concerts at the Levitt AMP Waco Music Series. Starting September 4, Bridge Street Plaza comes alive on Wednesdays with music, art, food, and free fun for all at the Waco Downtown Farmers Market. This final weekly concert in the series features Larry & Joe and Smooth...
Escape the heat at Lighthouse’s indoor market where local businesses and creatives are looking to share their talents with you. Plus enjoy happy hour, wine Wednesday ($5 glasses), and the best coffee in town.
Join Fabled for story-time, where your littles will sing songs, use their creativity, and enjoy some truly lovely stories with special guest children’s author Robyn McGrath. The beautiful books chosen are perfect for your 2- to 8-year-old children, inspiring them with unique illustrations, lyrical language, and joy-filled stories. (No need to RSVP, just show up...
If it’s Thursday night in downtown Waco, that means Austin’s is having karaoke out on the patio starting at 9 pm.
The opening concert of Maestro Lawrence Loh’s first season as Music Director celebrates the 100th anniversary of George Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue” with pianist Orli Shaham. In addition to performing with orchestras all over the world, Shaham is the co-host of NPR’s “From the Top,” a winner of the Avery Fisher Career Grant and a...
Waco Pride Network and Skate Waco are proud to present RAINBOW ROLL! Come out and roll with us and support your local community. Admission proceeds benefit WPN! 8-10:30PM$10.00 includes Skates$25.00 All Access includes Skates, Game Card, and Meal Selection Need a little help before you get rolling? Join us for the Adult Skate Lesson from...
Celebrate Waco’s 175th Anniversary with us at the Waco 175th Anniversary Art Showcase! We are calling for local artists to submit original pieces that explore the theme “Waco: Past, Present, and Future.” All artwork must be for sale, with the gallery taking a 35% commission on any sales; the remaining 65% will go directly back...
We are excited to welcome Jervis Campbell to the Common Grounds stage!
The Waco Comedy Clinic is a destination for patients who live in Waco and surrounding areas to come get a good laugh treatment. So come dressed to impress and leave with less stress!
Join us for an unforgettable evening as Kelley Mickwee celebrates the release of her new album “Everything Beautiful” at Texas Music Cafe®! Date: October 24 Doors: 7 PM Show: 8 PM Admission: $20 Kelley Mickwee, former Shiny Soul Sister and one-fourth of the acclaimed Trishas, is ready to shine solo once again. Her new album...
Over the past 70 years, the Heart O’ Texas Fair & Rodeo has offered Central Texas a place to come and support the community while enjoying the sights, sounds, and smells that make the fair and rodeo what it is. Performances on the ZiegenBock Music Stage include: Friday, October 4 – Randy Rogers Band with...
Don’t miss the great musical artists that will grace the stage at MARIE’S this October! #MeetMeAtMaries
Get ready for a weekend of good beer and even better times! Join us as we celebrate the spirit of fall with great brews, live music, delicious food, and fun activities for everyone. Whether you’re a craft beer connoisseur or just looking to unwind with friends, there’s something for everyone! Don’t miss out on the...
During this fundraiser, we’re raising money to support homeless teenagers in the Heart of Texas region. This fun event includes a buffet-style dinner, live music, a dance floor, a live auction, and the first two alcoholic beverages are complimentary. The Cove in Waco is a nonprofit designed to provide a safe space for high school...
Mission Waco’s Art Program, Urban Expressions, will be holding a FREE Artisan Market on Saturday, Oct. 5 from 12 – 5 pm. The Market will spotlight our local Waco artists and artisans and will allow them the opportunity to display and sell their artwork. All purchased vendor spots also go directly to supporting Mission Waco’s...
The Heart of Texas Discover the true spirit of the old Wild West deep in the Heart of Texas at IRONMAN 70.3 Waco! Like the cowboys who fiercely drove their cattle across the Brazos on the Chisholm trail, realize your own fierce determination as you cruise down the Brazos and soar through the diverse Texas countryside, allowing...
To celebrate the fall season, Milo is teaming up with Waco Moms Blog to host their second annual Pumpkin on the Patio event on Sunday, October 6 starting at 4:30 p.m.! Bring the whole family to Milo for pumpkin decorating, drink specials, and delicious appetizer boards to snack on while your kiddos create the perfect...
Join Fabled for story-time, where your littles will sing songs, use their creativity, and enjoy some truly lovely stories. The beautiful books chosen are perfect for your 2- to 8-year-old children, inspiring them with unique illustrations, lyrical language, and joy-filled stories. (No need to RSVP, just show up and enjoy the wonderful stories read by...
Join Urban Reap this August for DIY seed bombs. Wrap up seeds with compost and soil to spread plants in your garden, so come join this fun activity and take-home craft that keeps on giving. Thursday and Friday 10 am – 6 pm | Saturday 10 am – 2 pm
Join us for a rock n roll comedy show with Don Jamieson & Jim Florentine (Crank Yankers, That Metal Show, Meet The Creeps, The Greg Guttfeld Show and more)Followed by an audience Q & A with the duo, hosted by Brian Brown
Silobration is Magnolia’s annual homecoming event in Waco, Texas, featuring a vendor fair, An Evening with Chip and Joanna Gaines, live music, fall flavors, daytime activities, after-hours concerts, and more free fun. Learn more at silobration.com
The Camp Fimfo Concert Series is back this fall, October 11-12! A 2-day concert at Camp Fimfo Waco celebrating music, friends, family, and the Great Outside. Start the weekend early and enjoy a bonus weekend kickoff celebration on Thursday, October 10 with live music from local artists. Featuring a can’t-miss lineup — Friday, October 11:Travis...
Join us as we race from the field to the top of Mclane Stadium. Enjoy the riverfront and unique views on our route surrounding and through McLane Stadium.
Join us for a day of song and fun as we explore Monarch Butterflies! All events will be at the zoo’s pavilion across from the giant tortoises. 10:00am-11:00am: Monarch Butterfly Experience11:00am-11:30am: Lucas Miller Concert 12:30pm-1:00pm: Monarch Butterfly Experience1:00pm-1:30pm: Lucas Miller Concert Event is free with admission.
Discover all things outdoors at the Keep Waco Outdoors EXPO! Connect with a wide range of resources and clubs focused on all outdoor recreation activities. Free for everyone to attend. Join us for a morning of fun, adventure, and community.
Save the date and join us on our annual Children’s Garden Fair. This year for the first time at a new location: the Pape Gardens. Families with children of all ages will enjoy free activities designed to teach many fun things about gardening in Central Texas. All children must be accompanied by and adult. Download...
Calling all Waco pet owners in Waco city limits! Join us from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Sunday, October 13 at Brazos Park East, located at 3516 N Martin Luther King, Jr Blvd Dr, for a FREE microchip and pet vaccination event! While supplies last. All pets of City of Waco residents can receive: Free Microchips...
THIS EVENT IS FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!! This concert will feature music from Sandi Horton’s newest Native Flute CD ‘Native Flute Journeys 4’ released in 2024. One World Music Radio has played Sandi’s music the past several years. OWMR reviewer Steve Sheppard wrote, “In 2022 Sandi released the work Native Flute Journeys 3, two...
Victor Hugo’s timeless story comes to life in a soaring musical adaptation. Disney’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame is a powerful exploration of love, acceptance, and the human spirit. Alan Menken’s unforgettable score and Stephen Schwartz’s poignant lyrics bring the world of Quasimodo to life with breathtaking power. Discover the heart-wrenching story of a bell-ringer...
Join us for this special 50th Anniversary Screening of the TEXAS CHAIN SAW MASSACRE Hear behind the scenes stories and discuss the impact of this seminal horror classic with KWBU’s Ross Burns. Special themed drinks and snacks available at the snack bar.
Join us for our 13th annual Brew at the Zoo Presented by JRBT and Brought to you by Allen Samuels Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram Fiat on October 18th & 19th. Stroll the Zoo from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Enjoy brews from regional breweries and purchase food from local food trucks each night. Must be...
Step into the enchanting world of “Professor Pendark’s Magic and More,” where the boundaries of reality blur and imagination takes flight. Professor Pendark, a master illusionist and charismatic storyteller, invites audiences of all ages to experience a mesmerizing journey filled with astonishing tricks, mind-bending illusions, and heartwarming tales. Each performance is a spellbinding blend of...
We are so excited to announce our upcoming Halloween event is going to be Sat Oct 19th from 6-9pm at McCulloch House on Columbus Ave! We’re calling it Famous Deaths and Legends of Waco! 🤩 Guests will hear of Waco deaths and legends which are famous, infamous, curious, and strange, featuring The Crash at Crush,...
Fall Fossil Festival is back! Waco Mammoth National Monument’s annual Fall Fossil Festival returns on Saturday, October 19. The City of Waco Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with the National Park Service, invites you to come enjoy local exhibitors, live camels, pumpkin decorating, a mock dig pit experience and more. The event will run...
Sponsored by The Heart of Texas Storytelling Guild. Come for a stroll through this historic cemetery. Meet Interpreters who will share stories about the life and times of renowned, legendary and infamous people laid to rest there. Free to the public
The Heart of Texas Storytelling Guild will present “Walking Tales; Bringing Historic Stories To Life” on Saturday, October 19, 2024 at the historic Oakwood Cemetery, Waco, Texas. 2124 S. 5th Street. Come and enjoy a unique experience! As you leisurely stroll through Oakwood, interpreters, many in period dress, stationed throughout the cemetery will give voice...
Discover the science happening in Central Texas and beyond. Exciting STEM experiments, our annual chemistry magic show, and more! SIC’EM Science Day highlights the science happening in our community and demonstrates how it positively impacts our daily lives. Activities are appropriate for children 3 and up. ActivitiesKick off the day with one-of-a-kind STEM activities provided...
Each year, the Waco Pride Network hosts OUT on Brazos, a festival celebrating the Greater Waco LGBTQ+ community and its allies. The day-long event features musical performances, food trucks, vendors and community. The event takes place in October of each year to commemorate National Coming Out Day (also, y’all, it’s HOT in Waco in June).
Oktoberfest Beer – Food- Auctions Jodie Mikula Orchestra Kids World – Country Store Raffle – Bake Sale – Family Fun
This is Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Foundation Fundraiser to where they will drop over 10,000 ducks off the bridge. Ducks are only $5 each and have a chance to win $1500 if your duck crosses the finish line first! (More cash prizes for participating in the race)University Parks Dr. will be reserved for the Registered...
GLIZZFEST 2024 x Waco Restaurant Week Save the date, y’all! We are serving up bottomless dawgs at an all-you-can-eat glizzy bar for $10 at the door. Bring all of your foodie friends! Come on up from 5-7pm on Wednesday October 23rd for views, vibes & nosh. Eat your heart out, Waco! This event benefits Keep...
Victor Hugo’s timeless story comes to life in a soaring musical adaptation. Disney’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame is a powerful exploration of love, acceptance, and the human spirit. Alan Menken’s unforgettable score and Stephen Schwartz’s poignant lyrics bring the world of Quasimodo to life with breathtaking power. Discover the heart-wrenching story of a bell-ringer...
Enjoy drinks and snacks at Revival Eastside Eatery and hear from local creators who have been making a difference in Waco’s vibrancy. Hear from Jaja Chen, Co-owner of Cha Community and Asian Leadership Network board of directors; Tneyah Thomas of BLACCENT, a community nonprofit empowering black leaders; and others. Plus, other special events at venues...
In the so-called Bible Belt, the notion of a faith-based institution is common and often altogether unquestioned. There is beauty in the endeavor to create a place anchored in virtue, but can such a place accurately bear the name Christian? Talk about it with Kerri Fisher, a creative non-fiction writer and poet who explores black...
Join The Will on Thursday for a live performance by Michael Saldana. Don’t miss this opportunity to see one of Waco’s rising stars!
Based on the Victor Hugo novel and featuring songs from the Disney animated feature, The Hunchback of Notre Dame showcases the film’s Academy Award-nominated score and verbatim passages from Hugo’s gothic novel.
The Prosper Waco Summit is a unique opportunity for advocates, professionals, and community leaders to come together, get inspired, and gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing the Waco community. By registering for the summit, you’ll gain access to a diverse array of panel discussions, keynotes, and networking opportunities designed to inspire...
Wow! Seventeen years just like that! The Dancing Bear celebrates this milestone during Baylor’s homecoming weekend with two days of craft beer, fun, and food.
Come celebrate the Halloween season with The Heart of Texas Autism Network (HOTAN) at our 5th annual HOTAN Halloween Spookfest Event. This event is for famlies touched by autism spectrum disorder, and other members of the disability community ONLY!!!Friday, October 25, 20245:00 P.M.- 8:00 P.M.Waco Lions Den1716 N 42nd StWaco, Texas 76710Come and enjoy some...
Join the Cameron Park Zoo for Cinema Safari, where you can see the cult classic Hocus Pocus outdoors in the meadows area. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets for this bewitching good time. 6 pm to 7 pm: Trick-or-treat stations with animal ambassadors 7 pm: Movie starts 7:45 pm: Intermission costume parade 8:15 pm: Movie begins again...
Bring blankets and canvas chairs, as we’ll have a big screen set up. We will be watching “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown” followed by “The Lion King” (1994) version. There will be popcorn, hot chocolate, and apple cider served for free at the event.
Kevin Daniel Live at Texas Music Cafe® Get ready for an evening of sublime Americana as Kevin Daniel brings his soulful sounds to Texas Music Cafe®! Date: October 25, 2024 Venue: Texas Music Cafe® Address: 110 S 6th St, Waco, TX Doors Open: 7:30 PM Show Starts: 8:00 Ticket Price $10 Kevin Daniel, a rising...
Specials around Waco on Friday welcome alumni for Baylor Homecoming Weekend! Participating locations include: Hotel 1928 Be Kind Coffee Olive Branch Helberg BBQ Street Dog Cafe Revival Eastside Eatery Pop’s Lemonade Oh My Juice Tru Jamaica YAKI BLVD Steakhouse Plus, other special events at venues around town include: The Spirit of Cooking (Friday, October 18)...
The Armstrong Browning Library & Museum offer tours throughout the day, and its curators will have collection materials on Dr. Armstrong and the history of the library and museum on display in the Belew Scholars’ Room. Plus, enjoy popcorn, cookies, and refreshments while supplies last.
You’re invited, Waco! Join us at 10:00 am at the Cameron Park Zoo for the grand opening of the Corwin, Estes, and Jaynes Education Center and of the Carol Schmidhauser Veterinary Hospital! The event will feature a brief program, refreshments, and facility tours. Get more info at Waco-Texas.com/ZooExpansion See you there!
Brazos Brothers perform at Freight Bar on October 26th! Cover:$5 over 21$10 under
PSG Cares is hosting a Craft Fair to raise money to provide free safety training classes for young girls and free crafting classes for the elderly. The event is free to the public.Come Join us for early Halloween family fun.We will have food trucks, homemade gifts, fresh jams, jellies, and much more. We will be...
Join us for a magical Halloween Sip-N-Shop-N-Relax at Grandaddy Willow on Saturday, October 26th from 12pm-6pm, located at 1101 Richland Drive, Suite 5, Waco, Texas. This is the perfect time to treat yourself while celebrating the spooky season with great deals and fun activities! What’s in store: Create-your-own essential oil roller ball station...
We’re back! New name, same us! Join us this October at Cultivate 7twelve: Art.Culture.Events (@cultivate7twelve ) for the first Waco Open Arts Market! Visit with local artists, artisans and small business owners and check out everything our local art community has to offer! Apply to be a vendor at wacouptownartwalk.com#wacouptownartwalk #wacotx #thingstodoinwaco #wacohappenings #vendors #supportlocalbusiness #wacomaker #wacofallactivities #wacoweekend
Join us at The Shoppes for a Fright Flight.. a spooky good tea tasting and charBOOterie hosted by YOUtopia Apothecary! When? Sunday, October 27th from 3 – 5 PM Where? On the terrace behind LaSalle Shoppes(1800 Austin Avenue Suite 3) INCLUDED Each purchase of a $33 ticket includes one tasting of each tea available and an individual charBOOterie...
Eastside Halloween Market! October 27th, 5-9 PM That’s Right! Eastside Market is back to Sunday this month as we kick off our Halloween Bash at @brotherwell_brewing Get ready for an evening of vendors, food, drinks, and Halloween fun! Ready to join us as a vendor and be a part of the vibe? Just shoot us a...
Bring your family and your favorite brunch dish for Brunch In the Park. Free family photos, games, laughter and so much food
Join Us for Our First Annual HOWL-O-WEEN Bash! Join us at Fuzzy Friends Rescue on October 29th from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM for a HOWL-O-WEEN Bash like no other! This family-friendly event promises an evening full of Halloween fun, delicious food, and a “ghosty good time,” all in support of our mission to save...
The Brazos River Authority is hosting its first annual Trunk or Treat Halloween event on Tuesday, October 29, from 5 – 7 p.m. at its central office parking lot, 4600 Cobbs Drive in Waco. Come show off your Halloween costume and grab some treats! Everyone is welcome!
DAY OF THE DEAD CELEBRATION October 30 – November 3 14th ANNUAL TRAVELLING OFRENDA 2024 ArtPlace 418 Elm Ave, Corner of Dallas and Tyler Streets in historic downtown East Waco
Join this kickoff celebration for Día de los Muertos weekend with a community ofrenda and Hispanic artisan businesses at the Waco Farmers Market on Wednesday night at Bridge Street Plaza.
Join us for a for a kick off celebration of Día De Los Muertos Weekend! We will be setting up our Community Ofrenda and have a few Hispanic Artisan Businesses at the Bridge Street Farmers Market. Thank you Waco Farmers Market fore sharing the celebration of our cultura!
Enjoy vendors, safe trick-or-treating, a costume contest, and more at this community Halloween event.
Guitarist Frank Exum performs the music of Spanish and Latin American composers in conjunction with Rocio Ramirez, whose artistry has made the Dia de Los Muertos Ofrenda a major part of Waco’s cultural life.
$30 Entry Fee Payouts and trophies for 1st, 2nd and 3rd placements Hatchet 2023 rules with touch. Best 2 out of 3 double elimination. Costume contest and 1st place will be awarded a prize. Please bring a dish as this will be a family, pot luck style event! See you there!
Victor Hugo’s timeless story comes to life in a soaring musical adaptation. Disney’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame is a powerful exploration of love, acceptance, and the human spirit. Alan Menken’s unforgettable score and Stephen Schwartz’s poignant lyrics bring the world of Quasimodo to life with breathtaking power. Discover the heart-wrenching story of a bell-ringer...
Trunk or Treat presented by McLennan Athletics Join us for our annual FREE family-friendly Halloween event at MCC! Oct. 31 | 5-6:30 p.m. Outside the Highlands Gym | Rain or Shine | Rain Location: Highlander Drive Parking Garage Candy & Giveaways Games & Activities Meet & Greet with MCC Athletes Fun for all ages www.McLennanAthletics.com
We are so excited about our annual Fall Festival on Halloween night! Trunk-or-treat, nerf wars, candy, games, inflatables, food trucks, and more! FREE event, all are welcome!
Organ students present the annual Halloween Organ Concert at Jones Concert Hall in the Glennis McCrary Music Building. This event is free and open to the public.
Come join us for our 18th annual Deck the Halls Holiday Gift Market November 1st-3rd, 2024! This year at an exciting new location: BASE at Extraco Events Center! Online ticket sales will be available beginning September 1st! General Market Shopping passes will be available for purchase at the ticket booth at the BASE at the...
Come join us for our 18th annual Deck the Halls Holiday Gift Market! Online ticket sales will be available beginning September 1st! General Market Shopping passes will be available for purchase at the ticket booth at the BASE at the Extraco Events Center beginning Friday, November 1, 2024. November 1-3, 2024BASE at Extraco Events Center...
A fine art fair lifting up local artists and musicians. At-A-Glance Schedule Friday, Nov 1st Opening Night 6:00-8:30 pm Evening Band: Suede Artist Booths Open Food & Drink $10 entry fee at the door Free entry for children under 16 Silent Auction Opens Saturday, Nov 2nd 11:00 am-8:00 pm Art Walk of Waco (Art...
Touch of Grey brings the best classic rock around to The Will on Friday night. $5 cover.
Bring your favorite friends to enjoy a night of shopping, food, and drinks while you get to see the incredible offerings by merchants from all over the country! Your Ladies Night Out Party ticket includes a raffle ticket to be entered into the drawing to win a luxurious handbag as well as a 3-day market...
Join Maker’s Edge Creation Studio for a fun and hands-on electronics workshop where you’ll build a “Useless Machine,” a quirky device designed to turn itself off whenever switched on. Participants will learn basic circuitry, soldering techniques, and the principles of automation while assembling their own working gadget. Perfect for beginners and makers alike, this workshop...
¡Viva la Vida! Join Us for the 4th Annual Dia de los Muertos Waco Parade & Festival! Dia de los Muertos Waco returns to Indian Spring Park on November 2, 2024 to celebrate the lives of those we’ve lost and honor Hispanic heritage. Get ready for a vibrant day filled with color, music, food, and...
The Baylor Bears play Texas Christian University on Saturday night at McLane Stadium.
We’re excited to be teaming up with Patagonia for our first Cameron Park trail cleanup day. Anyone is welcome to come out and join us, we will all meet at the Northern Gate in Cameron Park from 9am-11am on November 2nd to cleanup some of our beautiful trail systems. We will be providing trash bags,...
RecuerdaMe, Sunday, November 3, 2024!! Last year was absolutely beautiful and we know this year will be more amazing! A highlight from our event last year was our community ofrenda we create so anyone from our community can bring a picture of their loved one and place it there for the event. More information to...
