Posts Tagged ‘History/Heritage’
Christmas Lights in the Village
Our Governor Bill and Vara Daniel Historic Village is coming to life again with our fourth season of Christmas Lights in the Village, presented by Reliant. Don’t miss your chance to take an enchanted night time walk through our charming historic village this Christmas. Santa Claus will be back along with our petting zoo and…
Read MoreHoliday History Celebration
This free event begins at 11:00 am and continues until 6:00 pm! Come visit us at the Taylor Museum (701 Jefferson Ave., Waco, Tx, 76701) for an all day vendor’s market, reenactors, a Christmas history exhibit, a visit from the humane society, and more. Special children’s activities will be featured from 1:00pm – 4:00 pm…
Read MoreWaco Walks: 25th Street—Past, Present & Future
Long-time Wacoans probably remember attending Saturday morning movie matinees at the 25th Street Theater, but have you seen it since it was renovated as a fire station? And what about the rest of the neighborhood? The City of Waco and Grassroots Community Development will join Waco Walks to lead a “25th Street—Past, Present & Future”…
Read MoreMonday Storytime
On Mondays at 10:30 am, drop in for storytime and crafts geared toward kids 5 and under. Storytime is included in general admission.
Read MoreWalking Tales
The Heart of Texas Storytelling Guild’s annual Walking Tales returns to Oakwood Cemetary this Saturday.
Read More2023 Veteran’s Day Parade
The parade begins at 11 a.m. and will go down Austin Avenue in Waco, TX, from 12th to 3rd Streets. We’re excited about our 100-Year Celebration planned for the conclusion of the parade. There will be music, food, and lots of fun activities! Join us as we celebrate our veterans at this 100th Waco Veterans…
Read MoreDr Pupper Event
Calling all doggy parents to a tail-wagging time at the Dr Pepper Museum. Bring your four-legged friend to the Dr Pepper Museum for some pup cups, activities and contests with special prizes! There will be: -Individual dog costume contests and talent contests -Pup Cups and Dr Pepper Floats -Bobbing for Apples game for the pups…
Read MoreCommunity Day | Día Gratuito
This year, the Mayborn Museum celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with a free day on October 1, featuring a collaborative art exhibit, its annual ofrenda, and a special Meet the Scientist.
Read MoreDia De Los Muertos Waco 2023
Be a part of Waco’s largest Day of the Dead celebration! The third annual Día De Los Muertos Parade & Festival returns to Downtown Waco on October 28th, 2023! This annual event serves as a unifying force bringing together the diverse communities of Waco and representing our city’s vibrant Hispanic culture. Dia de los Muertos…
Read MoreOktoberfest in the Silo District
Silobration weekend consistently brings 150,000 tourists to fabulous Waco, Texas. LuluBelle’s Market consistently sees 20K in attendance over this exciting weekend! Curated market experience with the best vendor fair, music, beer garden, and great eats. We are thrilled to partner with The Backyard Bar-Stage-Grill (restaurant, beer garden, and concert arena) to bring the spirit of…
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