By Arden Berry | Arts & Life Editor
The Waco weather is finally changing, and the Waco live music scene is booming. From Silobration downtown to the Union Board’s acoustic cafe right here on campus, here are some upcoming events in Waco.
Autumn Cloche Workshop | Oct. 23-29 | Hourlong time slots available at 10 a.m., noon, 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. | Magnolia Home, 418 S. Eighth St. | $86.80 including ticket fees | Create a floral keepsake this fall by learning to fill and arrange a glass cloche with natural materials like dried botanicals, moss and wooden mushrooms. All supplies are included.
Pressed Floral Art Workshop | Oct. 23-29 | Hourlong time slots available at 10 a.m., noon, 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. | Herbarium, 601 Webster Ave. | $53.29 including ticket fees | For those who love flowers and crafting, the Herbarium (formerly Seed + Supply) is offering tours of the Silos Garden and a workshop to teach attendees how to press and preserve florals and to create floral art.
Wait Until Dark | Oct.23-29 | Times vary | Waco Civic Theatre, 1517 Lake Air Drive | $27.50 | Enter the terrifying world of “Wait Until Dark” in this thriller, perfect for the spooky season.
The Fray | Oct. 23 | 8 p.m. | The Silos Stage, 601 Webster Ave. | $71.82 General Admission | Silobration’s second show is rocking on with grammy-nominated, multi-platinum band The Fray Friday night.
Def Leggend (Def Leppard Tribute) | Oct. 23 | 8:30 p.m. | The Backyard Bar Stage and Grill, 511 S. Eighth St. | $20 General Admission | Def Leppard fans can head over to The Backyard for a classic rock show, complete with pyrotechnics and LED visuals.
Dad Rock Night | Oct. 24 | Doors open 6 p.m. | The Backyard Bar Stage and Grill, 511 S. Eighth St. | $26.93 General Admission | Live out your “Dad Rock” dreams at The Backyard this Saturday with hits from bands like Matchbox Twenty, Foo Fighters and Nickelback.
Acoustic Cafe | Oct. 24 | 7-11 p.m. | SUB Den, Bill Daniel Student Center | Free | The Baylor Union Board and Music Industry Club are teaming up to bring acoustic vibes Saturday night. The event will feature live performances and treats from Chick-fil-A and Milk Bottle Cookies.
Dylan Gossett | Oct. 24 | 8 p.m. | The Silos Stage, 601 Webster Ave. | $71.82 General Admission | For some country, two-step on over to Silobration this Saturday. Dylan Gossett will bring his multi-platinum Texas country beats to the annual event.
Cory Asbury | Oct. 25 | 10:30 a.m. | The Silos Stage, 601 Webster Ave. | $42.59 General Admission | Cory Asbury, singer of “Reckless Love,” will fill the Magnolia Silos Stage with worship music Sunday morning.
Adult Skate Night | Oct. 29 | 8-10:30 p.m. | Skate Waco, 401 Towne Oaks Drive | $10 | If schoolwork has you stuck and you’re looking for a way to blow off steam, glide over the Skate Waco for adult skate night. Grab your friends, strap on some skates and roll your worries away.
