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    What to Do in Waco: August 23-28

    Erianne LewisBy Erianne LewisAugust 22, 2021Updated:August 22, 2021 Arts and Life No Comments2 Mins Read
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    World’s Largest Dinosaurs Exhibit | June 5 through September 26 | Monday- Saturday 10 a.m.- 5 p.m., Sunday 1:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m. | Mayborn Museum Complex | $10 for adults, $9 for seniors, $8 for children | A major exhibition that is showcased at Baylor University’s Mayborn Museum explores the uniquely large
    long-necked and long-tailed sauropods.

    Just Dance Competition and Party | August 21 | 7 p.m. | 715 Washington Ave | $5 at door | A back-to-school dance party and Hip-Hop Costume Contest, with a chance to win Nexus Esports gift-cards. Must bring your own yoga mat.

    Glowing Jellyfish: Family Blacklight Paint | August 22 | 2 p.m.- 4 p.m. | 1621 N Valley Mills Dr | $40 per person| This is a family-friendly event hosted by Painting with a Twist Waco.

    Open Mic Night at Backyard Saloon | August 24 | 8 p.m. | 500 Austin Ave | Free | Singers, musicians and comedians gear up to perform in this downtown Waco saloon.

    Painting with a Twist | August 26 | 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. | 1621 N Valley Mills Dr | $45 per person | Choose any design and follow step-by-step as experienced instructors and local artists assist you.

    Jordy Searcy Concert at Common Grounds | August 26 | 8 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.) | Common Grounds, 1123 S 8th St | Tickets starting at $12 | Singer-songwriter Jordy Searcy will be performing in Waco on a stop in his fall 2021 tour.

    Waco’s Downtown Farmers Market | August 28 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Courthouse Parking Lot, 500 Washington Avenue | Free | An assortment of local vendors that provide products such as produce, meats and greenery.

    Waco Uptown Art Walk | August 28 | 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. | 2120 Washington Ave | Free | A mini artist market with music, art and more.

    14th Annual Karem Shriners Car Show | August 28 |9 a.m.- 2 p.m. | on Hwy 185 between Hwy 6 and China Spring Rd| $30 entry fee, free for spectators | Cars, trucks, motorcycles, Bar-B-Que, taco truck, drinks, and more.

    Erianne Lewis

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