Hit up Sloane’s on Wednesdays and pick three whiskeys for a tasting flight of half ounce pours and get $5 off your purchase!

Hit up Barnett’s for Pint Night!

$5 Happy Hour Bites / Pint Night from 4pm-

Join Marie’s every Wednesday and sample the new wines that have just arrived! This edutaining wine experience is perfect for some middle of the week fun!

Outwit. Outplay. Outlast...your couch.

Survivor Wednesdays now on the big screen at Freight! Come watch, strategize, and pretend you'd make it past day 3.

$4 Waco Brews; $5 Craft Beers

When Dr. Tessa Stockmann discovers toxic contamination in her small town's water supply, she turns to her sister Mayor Patricia Stockmann, expecting unwavering support. But when exposing the truth could devastate their economically fragile community, the sisters find themselves on opposite sides of an increasingly bitter divide. As scientific truths collide with economic pressure and free speech becomes a luxury their town can't afford, this bold adaptation of Ibsen's classic explores moral courage, family bonds, and the complex price of doing what you believe is right-even when right and wrong aren't as clear as they seem.

Content Advisory: This show contains strong language, gunshot sounds, political angst, alcohol use, and adult content.

$25. Tickets can be purchased here.

Hit up Waco Ale Co. for Music Bingo from 6-8pm!

Hit up Dancing Bear for a special brewery night: get a pint, keep the glass (while supplies last!)

Hit up The Backyard for great drink specials and Music Bingo!

When Dr. Tessa Stockmann discovers toxic contamination in her small town's water supply, she turns to her sister Mayor Patricia Stockmann, expecting unwavering support. But when exposing the truth could devastate their economically fragile community, the sisters find themselves on opposite sides of an increasingly bitter divide. As scientific truths collide with economic pressure and free speech becomes a luxury their town can't afford, this bold adaptation of Ibsen's classic explores moral courage, family bonds, and the complex price of doing what you believe is right-even when right and wrong aren't as clear as they seem.

Content Advisory: This show contains strong language, gunshot sounds, political angst, alcohol use, and adult content.

$25. Tickets can be purchased here.

Hit up Twisted Sisters every Thursday for great drinks and Karaoke Night!

The group exhibition features the paintings of five emerging artists: Kristen Ballard, Aleah Burns, Kiera Cameron, Ariana Peña, and Kate Swayze. Each artist explores the human figure in vastly different ways, diverging stylistically, materially, and conceptually, while remaining unified in a belief in the power of the human body as an artistic mode of dynamic expression. Meet the artists, enjoy refreshments, and explore five unique interpretations of what it means to be human.

Aleah Burns discusses the increasingly complex relationship between humanity and technology, depicting the human figure both encompassed within and obscured by literal and symbolic screens and other imagery inspired by the digital world.

Ariana Peña investigates her own experience as a twin and the unique complexities that come with it through colorful depictions of both the human figure and an imagined monster-figure, coming together in surreal, somewhat eerie paintings that offer a different view of what it means to be a twin than what most would expect.

Kiera Cameron makes bold statements about appearance and perception, commenting on the objectification of women through the depiction of the female figure with advertisement-like elements such as text and flat, bold colors.

Kristen Ballard paints intimate embodiments of the dawn and dusk in human form, using soft, limited palettes to depict form and flesh in portraits that are calm, yet full of feeling.

Kate Swayze depicts reinterpreted family photographs on affixed painting rags from previous paintings, emphasizing the fabricated, cyclical, and evolved memory of family narratives as they pass through generations. The figures are depicted in various stages of completeness relative to the prominence of that figure in her memory, each element hinting at the artistic process and the passage of time.

Hit up Anthem Stories for First Friday! Happy Hour from 5-7pm and the Teachers’ Lounge from 6-8pm!

Brazos Nights continues in downtown Waco!

Join in for a night of norteño favorites and Tejano classics featuring Secretto and Ruben Ramos & The Mexican Revolution. Free admission!

Enjoy an evening of great live music and local eats along the riverfront at Indian Spring Park

Schedule:
• 6PM – Event & food trucks open
• 7:30PM – Ruben Ramos & The Mexican Revolution
• 9PM – Secretto

Join Art Center Waco for the kickoff of First Friday Summer Concert Series, where live music, art, and community come together for an unforgettable night featuring live music from Southern Junction!

Live music, Live artists, Wine & beer bar, Food truck, Gallery access!

Free for 21+. Get a ticket here, though!

When Dr. Tessa Stockmann discovers toxic contamination in her small town's water supply, she turns to her sister Mayor Patricia Stockmann, expecting unwavering support. But when exposing the truth could devastate their economically fragile community, the sisters find themselves on opposite sides of an increasingly bitter divide. As scientific truths collide with economic pressure and free speech becomes a luxury their town can't afford, this bold adaptation of Ibsen's classic explores moral courage, family bonds, and the complex price of doing what you believe is right-even when right and wrong aren't as clear as they seem.

Content Advisory: This show contains strong language, gunshot sounds, political angst, alcohol use, and adult content.

$25. Tickets can be purchased here.

Hit up The Backyard for great drinks and a great live show from Wade Forster!

$25.75-$37.26. Tickets can be purchased here.

Hit up the Westview Village Shopping Center from 8am to 4pm (or earlier if they sell out) for the Annual McLennan County Master Gardeners Plant Sale! Bring your carts! Bring your friends!
It's such a fun experience and you get to know the Master Gardeners in their favorite environment: surrounded by plants that they have cared for!

Bringing locally grown & produced goods to downtown Waco since 2011, the Downtown Farmers Market is open Saturdays from 9am-1pm! And this time, it’s at Bridge Street Plaza!

Hit up Lee Lockwood for the 66th Annual Waco Gem & Mineral Club Show! There will be over 20 vendors with crystals, minerals, fossils, and more! Mark your calendars and bring your friends!

Youth ages 12 & under will receive a FREE fossil.

Admission:
Children 6 & under - FREE
Children 7 - 17 - $3
Adults 18 & up - $5

Don't miss out on the Balcones Distilling Vault Sale! They’re unlocking the vault for a one day release of rare bottles, limited drops, and long sought after favorites. This is your last chance to secure access and claim something truly special.

$7-$50. Tickets can be purchased here.

When Dr. Tessa Stockmann discovers toxic contamination in her small town's water supply, she turns to her sister Mayor Patricia Stockmann, expecting unwavering support. But when exposing the truth could devastate their economically fragile community, the sisters find themselves on opposite sides of an increasingly bitter divide. As scientific truths collide with economic pressure and free speech becomes a luxury their town can't afford, this bold adaptation of Ibsen's classic explores moral courage, family bonds, and the complex price of doing what you believe is right-even when right and wrong aren't as clear as they seem.

Content Advisory: This show contains strong language, gunshot sounds, political angst, alcohol use, and adult content.

$25. Tickets can be purchased here.

During this two-hour tour you will get to see a different side of the Museum, one that most guests will never experience. For decades, paranormal investigators and Museum staff have experienced paranormal activity at the Museum such as floating orbs, shadow figures, voices, apparitions, and overwhelming emotions. On this tour, our expert Museum guides will lead you through both historic buildings, including their otherwise off-limits basement, to hear about the Museum’s history and investigate its paranormal activity for yourself with investigative tools such as EMF readers.

Your experience includes:

• 2 hour guided paranormal investigation of both Museum buildings, including the basement of the historic Kellum Rotan Building

• Paranormal investigation tools and flashlights provided

• Glass bottle of Dr Pepper

• Shop exclusive Paranormal Merch Pop-Up!

Because of the unique nature of this tour, guests need to be aware of some safety measures prior to booking their tour:

• Guests must be 18 years or older to participate

• Guests must wear closed-toe shoes

• Guests must sign a waiver indicating that they understand the various hazards that come with a dimly lit tour of an old building

• Filming the tour or any part of the tour is prohibited

• There are no food or beverages allowed on the tour

$35. Tickets can be purchased here.

Hit up Barnett’s on Saturday night for great drinks and a great live show from Browning Snider!

Hit up The Backyard for great drinks and a great live show from Easton Corbin!

$31.65. Tickets can be purchased here.

Hit up Lee Lockwood for the 66th Annual Waco Gem & Mineral Club Show! There will be over 20 vendors with crystals, minerals, fossils, and more! Mark your calendars and bring your friends!

Youth ages 12 & under will receive a FREE fossil.

Admission:
Children 6 & under - FREE
Children 7 - 17 - $3
Adults 18 & up - $5

When Dr. Tessa Stockmann discovers toxic contamination in her small town's water supply, she turns to her sister Mayor Patricia Stockmann, expecting unwavering support. But when exposing the truth could devastate their economically fragile community, the sisters find themselves on opposite sides of an increasingly bitter divide. As scientific truths collide with economic pressure and free speech becomes a luxury their town can't afford, this bold adaptation of Ibsen's classic explores moral courage, family bonds, and the complex price of doing what you believe is right-even when right and wrong aren't as clear as they seem.

Content Advisory: This show contains strong language, gunshot sounds, political angst, alcohol use, and adult content.

$25. Tickets can be purchased here.

Sunday Funday at Freight

Easy vibes, cold drinks, and a patio made for relaxing.

Specials:
$5 Happy Meals (beer + shot)
$5 Seltzers
$12 Silver & Blue Beer Buckets

Conductor Eugene Lavery leads the Vox Seraphim Choir and Baroque Orchestra in a performance of Johann Sebastian Bach's Magnificat (BWV 243); Wir danken dir, Gott, wir danken dir (BWV 29); and Dieterich Buxtehude's Magnificat.

$15-$20. Tickets can be purchased here.

Hit up Lakeside Bar for great drinks and a great Open Mic Night with host Michael Saldana!

Hit up Truelove for live alternative music featuring Phantomelo, Primo Danger, Curl, and Team Effort!

$10 cover.

Hit up The Backyard for great drinks and a great live show from Fool House!

$24-$62. Tickets can be purchased here.

One night. Three martinis: Ketel One Dirty, Dry Tanqueray 10, Mexican Don Julio

The glass is cold. The room is set. Martini Moments begins May 7th. Join Red Herring Bar & Lounge for the kickoff of a summer series celebrating the martini in all the right ways.

In partnership with Ketel One, Tanqueray No. TEN, and Don Julio, Red Herring is pouring a one-night-only menu designed for lingering.

Free to attend. Drinks available for purchase.

Reservations can be made here.

Latino Night is HLN’s signature FUNdraiser bringing together community members, leaders, and supporters for a night of great food, music, dancing, and connection. The evening supports Hispanic Leaders’ Network’s work to empower and develop Latino leaders through education, advocacy, and opportunity.

What to expect
• Live music and dancing
• Food, drinks, and raffles
• High-energy vibes and familiar faces

Save the date for event details, updates, and ways to get involved.

Good people, good energy, and a good cause!

Hit up Backyard Boutique for their 2026 Art Fair! Ceramics, Print-Making, Painting, Jewelry, Mixed Media, Live Music, Homemade Food!

Rachel & The Resistors hit the stage at 4:30pm!

Come meet nonbinary, awarding-winning journalist Nico Lang and discuss their book: “American Teenager: How Trans Kids are Surviving Hate and Finding Joy in a Turbulent Era." You'll hear about Nico's experience traveling the US documenting the lives of transgender, nonbinary and genderfluid teens and their families and have an opportunity to ask questions. 

Waco Pride Network will also have local organizations set up that have resources for the queer community. This event is completely free to the public!

Join Cen-Tex Rats n Rods for Cool Car Meet for the Hewitt Community Church to help kick off their annual Pinewood Derby. Come hang out show off your rides to the kids!