Waco Wonderland 2025

By Kaitlyn Skinner | November 10, 2025 |

Join us for the 13th Annual Waco Wonderland Festival – Downtown Waco’s Three-Day Celebration of Holiday Fun and Cheer! Dec. 5-7, 2025  |  Heritage Square: 311 Austin Ave. Admission to Waco Wonderland is free, but ride wristbands can be purchased to enjoy unlimited rides (on a single day) on the Ferris wheel, three-lane snow tube…

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Opossum Palooza

By Austin Johnson | November 5, 2025 |

Join us as we celebrate the greatest actor in nature — and Waco Civic Theatre’s official mascot — the Opossum! This isn’t just a party; it’s your backstage pass to the season ahead. Register early for Spring and Summer Youth Camps including Shrek Kids, Miss Nelson Is Missing, Finding Nemo, Puffs, and so many more.…

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Poultry in Motion Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 1K and 5K

By Austin Johnson | October 27, 2025 |

Join your fellow pilgrims on Thanksgiving Day morning for a one mile fun run and a 5K run/walk in downtown Waco! We have even added a  last minute “Side Dish” option for your last minute, more reluctant buddy that doesn’t want to pay full price (and maybe doesn’t want to get off the couch??) And…

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Pressed Flower Pumpkin Workshop

By Austin Johnson | October 16, 2025 |

Get into the fall spirit at the pressed flower pumpkin workshop on Tuesday in the Carleen Bright Arboretum’s Whitehall building. Create a charming seasonal decoration by adorning a pumpkin with pressed flowers, dried flowers—or both! $45 per person.

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Half Price Pet Adoptions

By Austin Johnson | October 16, 2025 |

Want to make your weekend just a little bit better? How does 50% off all animal adoptions sound? That’s right! Pet Circle has half-price adoptions every weekend. Pet Circle invites you to come check out its dogs and cats and maybe, just maybe, find your next furry friend.

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Fall Fossil Festival

By Austin Johnson | October 16, 2025 |

Despite the ongoing federal government shutdown, the Fall Fossil Festival is back, and the City of Waco Parks and Recreation Department and the National Park Service invite you to come enjoy family activities. Plus, meet artist-in-residence Merli Guerra, as she presents TRACE and DATUM performances. Admission is free.

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Dia de los Muertos

By Austin Johnson | October 16, 2025 |

A Five Day event at the corner of Dallas & Tyler St. in East Waco!�Artist: Rocio Ramirez-Landoll You are welcome to bring photographs and special items in remembrance of your loved ones.

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Eastside Market

By Austin Johnson | October 15, 2025 |

It’s time for the monthly Eastside Market—starting at 11 am with its fall hours—at Brotherwell Brewing with food trucks, local vendors, a graffiti contest, music, and more. If you’ve ever wanted to connect with Waco’s creative community, this is the place to do it. Expect an evening of community energy, creativity, and culture. And remember:…

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