☕What's happening in Waco this weekend? (10/24-10/26)

Good morning, Waco! This is The Waco Buzz, the local newsletter that will never say “6-7,” no matter what the kids say it means.

Let’s get to it!
— Sam Harper

Big weekend ahead, Waco. Silobration is in full swing downtown with 80+ vendors, food trucks, live music, and Magnolia fans everywhere. If you’re planning to go, bring comfy shoes and a little patience (parking is part of the experience).

Saturday morning, Mt. McLane takes over the stadium for one of Waco’s most unique races that is part fitness challenge, part bragging rights. Around town, the Trunk-or-Treats are starting to pop up, and if the weather apps are right, we might actually get a little fall drizzle to go with the cooler temps.

It’s officially that sweet spot in the year where it’s just cool enough to make you forget how much you complained about summer. Let’s make it a great weekend, Waco.

🍽 Dinner Club Recap

Wednesday night was something special. 80 people met across seven different restaurants for the first-ever Waco Buzz Dinner Club, and I ended up catching up with about forty of them at Dichotomy afterward. The energy was great with strangers turning into new friends over shared stories and good drinks.

There’s nothing like stepping off your phone and across that bridge of discomfort to meet new people. I’ll be posting photos soon, but for now, I’m gathering all the feedback to make Round Two even better.

Dinner Club meets again November 19 — grab your spot here.

🍴 Waco Restaurant Week Kicks Off

It’s finally here — Waco Restaurant Week runs October 24 – November 1, and it’s basically a weeklong excuse to eat your way through town.

No tickets, no wristbands — just show up and enjoy special menus, discounts, and pop-ups across the city. Each restaurant keeps 100% of its sales, and proceeds from registration go to Keep Waco Beautiful.

Your best move? Grab the free digital passport — it lists every restaurant, every deal, and every pop-up so you can plan your route (or just follow your stomach).

👉 Grab your passport here.

🐶 Dog of the Week: LeRoy

Meet LeRoy, a 4-month-old Miniature Schnauzer mix with a scruffy face and plenty of puppy charm. He’s just 11 pounds now but still has some growing to do before he hits full size.

LeRoy’s curious, playful, and ready to follow you from room to room like it’s his job. He’s still young, so he’ll need patience and training — but the payoff will be a loyal sidekick for years to come.

👉 Meet LeRoy here.

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🎈Friday:

Deck the Halls Holiday Gift Market 2025 @ BASE at Extraco Events Center - 9 AM

A Night at the Opera @ Ball Performing Arts Center - 7:30 PM

Little Women @ Hooper-Schaefer Fine Arts Center - 7:30 PM Tickets

Forrest Frank and Switchfoot @ Silobration - 7:30 PM Resale Tickets for $332

FRIDAY LIVE MUSIC
🎸 Maxx “Smokinmaxx” Carter @ The Grape Wine Bar & Bistro - 6 PM (Blues/Rock)
🎹 Live Piano @ BLVD Steakhouse - 6:30 PM (Jazz/Instrumental)
🎤 Dave Innis @ Segovia Wine Bar - 7 PM (Acoustic Pop)
🎶 Steve Dansby @ Camp Fimfo - 7 PM (Country/Rock)
🎧 Out Loud @ The Will - 7:30 PM (Pop/R&B Covers)
🤠 Kurt Allen Band @ Texas Music Cafe - 8 PM (Texas Blues Rock)
🛥️ Johnny Bustamente & The Yacht Crew @ Blue Pup Wine & Martini Bar - 8 PM (Rock)
🎸 The Bill & Phil Show @ Twisted Sisters Patio Bar - 8 PM (Classic Rock)
🎤 Mitchell Crain @ Barnett’s Whiskey House - 8 PM (Singer-Songwriter)
🎺 Little Joe & La Familia @ The Backyard - 8:30 PM (Tejano)

🎈 Saturday:

Mt. McLane Race with Keep Waco Outdoors @ McLane Stadium - 8 AM

Waco Walks: Baseball Dreams Walk @ Former Indian Springs Middle School to learn more about the future of baseball in Waco - 9 AM

Waco Downtown Farmers Market @ Bridge Street Plaza - 9 AM

Deck the Halls Holiday Gift Market 2025 @ BASE at Extraco Events Center - 10 AM Tickets

SIC’EM Science Day @ Mayborn Museum Complex - 11 AM

Halloween Sip & Shop & Relax @ Grandaddy Willow - 12 PM

Fall Festival Par-Tee @ Lake Waco Golf Club - 3 PM

Murder in Disguise: A Murder Mystery Dinner Event @ Brazos Theatre - 7 PM Tickets

The Lord of the Rings Live @ The Performing Arts Community Center - 7 PM

Movie in the Pumpkin Patch @ Central Christian Church - 7:30 PM

Howloween Bash 2025 @ Waco Convention Center supporting the Humane Society of Central Texas - 7:30 PM Tickets

Little Women @ Hooper-Schaefer Fine Arts Center - 7:30 PM Tickets

NEEDTOBREATE @ Silobration - 7:30 PM

Chris D’Elia: Straight Outta the Multiverse @ Waco Hippodrome Theatre - 8 PM Tickets

SATURDAY LIVE MUSIC
🎸 Lucas Jon Turner @ The Will - 2 PM (Country/Americana)
🎶 Darrell “D-Rail” Ray @ Camp Fimfo - 7 PM (Blues/Rock)
🎤 Eric & Thomas Unplugged @ Segovia Wine Bar - 7 PM (Acoustic Covers)
🎸 Lucas Jon Turner @ Union Grove - 7 PM (Country/Americana)
🍷 Fred Smith @ Marie’s Wine Bar - 7:30 PM (Soft Rock)
🎶 Ray Palousek @ Twisted Sisters Patio Bar - 8 PM (Classic Rock)
🎵 Sundae Drivers @ The Will - 8 PM Tickets (Funk/Soul/Pop)
🤠 Logan Ryan Band @ The Backyard - 8:30 PM (Red Dirt Country)

🎈Sunday:

Deck the Halls Holiday Gift Market 2025 @ BASE at Extraco Events Center - 10 AM

Joel Wood Band @ Western Belle Farm - 12 PM

HomeGrown Fall Festival and Cornhole Tournament @ The Will - 12 PM

Little Women (matinee) @ Hooper-Schaefer Fine Arts Center - 2 PM Tickets

Healthy Kids Running Series Waco @ Brazos Park East - 3 PM

A Night at the Opera (matinee) @ Ball Performing Arts Center - 3 PM

R&B Day Party with DJ Mojamz @ Marie’s Wine Bar - 3 PM

The Black Crowes X-Periment @ The Backyard - 7 PM (Rock Tribute)

Looking Ahead
Frozen: The Broadway Musical hits the stage October 30 – November 23. Expect the full Broadway spectacle right here in Waco: stunning costumes, powerful voices, and a story that’ll melt even the iciest hearts. Grab your seats before they’re gone → wacocivictheatre.com/frozen

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