Events in Waco

Don’t plan on being able to grab coffee with Waco anytime soon; its datebook is just too full. From rodeos, to concerts, to holiday festivals and fairs, there are fun events in Waco every month of the year. Read on to see a list of just a few of these events and festivals so you don’t miss out while you’re in town.

January

Texas Circuit Finals Rodeo
Start your year off with this rodeo competition featuring the top 12 Texas Circuit contestants inbareback riding, bull riding, saddle bronc riding, steer wrestling, team roping, tie-down roping, and barrel racing.
4601 Bosque Boulevard
Waco, TX 76710

February

Waco Family & Faith International Film Festival 
Get inspired by the family-friendly films screened in this three-day festival, featuring Hollywood hits and independent movies from around the world. 
Various Locations
Waco, TX 76701

March

Spring at the Silos
Mark the arrival of spring at Spring at the Silos, a popular annual event held at Chip and Joanna Gaines' Magnolia Silos. Browse the wares of all kinds of artisans in the sprawling vendor fair and enjoy live music during the day, then stick around for the concerts in the evening (ticket purchase required). 
601 Webster Avenue
Waco, TX 76706

April

Art on Elm
Throughout one weekend in early April, Elm Avenue will be lined with Waco’s talented artists, musicians, chefs, and crafts makers filling the street with the sights, smells and sounds of their expert creations. It’s a free pop-up exhibition, so come admire their work and support Waco’s local culture.
Elm Avenue
Waco, TX 76704

Texas Food Truck Showdown
Annual food truck competition featuring food trucks from across the state of Texas.
Heritage Square
Waco, TX 76701

Rootstock: A Texas Wine Festival
This one-day event features some of the very best wineries in the state of Texas.
Indian Spring Park
Waco, TX 76701

April-June

Brazos Nights
Waco’s free concert series has been bringing out locals for live tunes by world-famous bands, good food, and great times for 30 years. Although typically a summer series that kicks off with the Cinco de Mayo Fiesta, the series sometimes starts as early as early-April to accommodate the schedules of the performing acts.
101 N. University Parks Drive
Waco, TX 76701

May

Pints in the Park
A riverfront festival featuring live music, craft beverages, some of Texas’ best barbecue and backyard games.
Brazos Park East
Waco, TX 76704

June

Juneteenth Family Fun Day
Head to Brazos Park East on this holiday celebrating the end of slavery for live music, food, kids’ activities, health services, parade, and more.
3516 North M.L.K. Jr. Boulevard
Waco, TX 76702

July

4th on the Brazos
Now held in Touchdown Alley next to Baylor’s McLane Stadium, Waco’s Independence Day bash gives you food trucks, live music and a fireworks extravaganza over the waters of the Brazos River. Admission is free.
Sheila and Walter Umphrey Bridge
Waco, TX 76704

Deep in the Heart Film Festival
The Deep in the Heart Film Festival brings filmmakers and film lovers together to experience movies, educational sessions, and networking parties. The festival showcases the best in independent short films and features from Texas, the US, and the world. With over 10,000 film festivals in the world, it takes a lot to get noticed. That’s why Waco is proud that this festival is recognized by Film Freeway as one of the Top 100 Best Reviewed Festivals in the World.

August

Margarita and Salsa Festival
Nothing beats Texas heat like a good ‘rita on the rocks. Add some great country music and you’re in for a great time. Join 10,000 other fans of both for this yearly festival at the Extraco Events Center.  
4601 Bosque Boulevard
Waco, TX 76710

September

Waco Cultural Arts Fest
Which arts are represented at the Waco Cultural Arts Fest, you ask? Answer: pretty much all of them. This yearly fall festival is actually six festivals in one: ArtFest, WordFest, DanceFest, FilmFest, ScienceFest, and MusicFest. Art lovers, start your engines.
101 North University Parks Drive
Waco, TX 76701

October

Silobration
Browse artisan vendors, savor delicious eats from some of the best food trucks around, and take in an awe-inspiring view of Magnolia and Waco as you ride to the top of a towering ferris wheel. For three days in mid-October, Silobration welcomes autumn with first-class shopping, family fun, and after-hours concerts. 
601 Webster Avenue
Waco, TX 76706

Heart O' Texas Fair & Rodeo
This Waco fair is a full week in October of PRCA rodeos, livestock shows, cook-offs and crafts competitions, and carnival rides and food. Big-name music acts also take the stage for live concerts in the Music Zone.
4601 Bosque Boulevard
Waco, TX 76710

November

Homestead Fair
For more than 25 years, Homestead Heritage has been welcoming one and all to its 510 acres to see how their self-sufficient community lives. Try your hand at milking a cow, help raise a barn, and see master craftsmen at work making pottery, quilts, and baskets at this unique festival.
608 Dry Creek Road
Waco, TX76705

December

Christmas at the Silos
Put on your finest Santa hat and ugliest Christmas sweater and get ready to get festive at Magnolia's Christmas at the Silos. Shop for one-of-a-kind art and home decor pieces, go ice skating, and enjoy plenty of live music. Even Santa himself makes an appearance every year, giving you a prime chance for a photo-op. 
601 Webster Avenue
Waco, TX 76706

Waco Wonderland
Eight days of holiday food, fun and cheer, Waco Wonderland kicks off with a parade, followed by a tree lighting and fireworks show at Heritage Square in downtown. A skating rink, Ferris wheel, carousel, appearances by Santa, food trucks, and more are featured in this annual event.
1700 Breezy Drive
Waco, TX 76712