Events in Killeen

Killeen is a thriving community situated right in the heart of Texas, and its unique nature is best represented by its many festivals. From an art festival to a true Texan rodeo and a celebration of the golden age of Motown, there’s surely an event in Killeen that you’ll enjoy. Read on to learn about many of Killeen’s top festivals and events.

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February 

MOTOWN IN DOWNTOWN

Motown in Downtown is an annual groovy good time the last Saturday of February! It's a chance for you to cut a rug in Downtown Killeen to the classic hits of the 60s and 70s. Attendees can enjoy live entertainment, food trucks, and a best dressed competition. You can even take a step back in time with a classic car show!


Downtown Killeen
200 E. Avenue D
Killeen, TX 76541

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March

Creative Canvas Festival

Immerse yourself in a week-long celebration of art at the Creative Canvas Festival. This early March event brings artists, authors, and sculptors together to show off their work at the Killeen Civic and Conference Center. A week-long student art show is also part of the event, which is free and open to the public.

Killeen Civic & Conference Center
3601 South W S Young Drive
Killeen, TX 76542

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April

Celebrate Killeen Festival

Held during the last weekend of April, the annual Celebrate Killeen Festival in Historic Downtown Killeen has been enjoyed for over 40 years. The free, three-day event is one of the city’s largest celebrations and provides a variety of family-friendly entertainment.

Downtown Killeen
200 E. Avenue D
Killeen, TX 76541

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May

Rodeo Killeen

Killeen’s proud cowboy heritage is on full display at Rodeo Killeen, an annual rodeo that attracts some of the top cowboys, cowgirls, and bullfighters in Texas. The three-day event, typically held in late May, includes a performance from the 1st Cavalry Association Horse Detachment, delicious food, and top-notch entertainment.

Killeen Rodeo Arena
 3301 S. WS Young Dr.
Killeen, TX 76542

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July

Red, White & Blue Music Festival

A celebration of all things sight and sound. Join in a Jeep Jam, enjoy live music, unique foodie favorites, and the largest fireworks display in Central Texas!

Downtown Killeen
Killeen, TX 76541

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September

Touchdown in Downtown

The City of Killeen kicks off the football season in Historic Downtown Killeen. There are super fan contests, bands, street art, drumline performances, and fun for the family!

Downtown Killeen
200 E. Avenue D
Killeen, TX 76541

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December

Holiday Under the Stars

Get into the spirit of the holiday season at Holiday Under the Stars in Killeen, a two-day event that features a Christmas Parade, a lighting of a 50-foot silhouette Christmas tree, and a market.

Downtown Killeen
200 E. Avenue D
Killeen, TX 76541