The low hum of steel guitars and neon-lit nostalgia will soon echo through Foster Pavilion. On Oct. 2, Baylor will trade sneakers and basketballs for cowboy boots and two-stepping when rising country artist Braxton Keith brings his high-and-lonesome Texas sound to Waco with the “Real Damn Deal” tour.
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For Waco influencer Carrie Burt, hot dogs aren’t just a delicious bite — they are a brand. What started as a COVID-19 pandemic hyperfixation snack has now turned into a social media following of Wacoans eager for more curated cuisine content.
As the heat of the Central Texas sizzling sun poured across the seats of Magnolia Field, Waco prepared a warm welcome for Willie Nelson’s return to his alma mater for the first time in 72 years.
For many college students, graduation used to mean one thing: getting a job. Now for a growing number, it means staying in school.
Vida y Danza is a folklórico dance studio based in Temple. They offer their programs to nonprofits like schools and community arts centers. The studio now offers workshops at venues like the Waco Performing Arts Community Center, where it recently hosted its folklórico workshop for the second time.
It’s officially the end of a chapter for the 2026 school year, and along with that needs to be endless celebration and times of joy. This is a list of upcoming events in Waco bound to refresh and reset you before summer.
Graduation style advice often splits into two extremes: play it completely safe or chase every trend. Neither quite works for a moment like this. What you wear walking across that stage should feel like you, refined, intentional and built to last beyond the day itself.
With the major motion picture adaptation of “Backrooms” being less than a month away, it’s surprising how little hype it’s amassed on mainstream channels. On social media, aside from the week the initial teaser came out, the reception has been very sparse.
From being on the track and field team to building a social media brand, alum Keviah Ealy had no shortage of accomplishments during her time at Baylor. After graduation, Ealy made the decision to take a gap year — a choice that has now led her to starring in the third season of “Vanderpump Villa” on Hulu.
Centerton, Ark., senior Gracie Lawhon is graduating with her bachelor’s in biology; however, unlike the majority of students, she is the first in her family to graduate. She currently serves as the student outreach specialist for the student organization First in Line and is a Trailblazer Scholar.
In the final weeks before graduation, time feels different for students preparing to walk the stage. Outside Pat Neff Hall, caps and gowns hang from arms while seniors in suits and white dresses stop to take turns for one more picture in front of the building which has framed their time at Baylor.
Meet Sam Henderson, assistant professor of theater and film, who serves as the reader that announces names during graduation. His voice has swept graduates across the commencement stage using his skills as an accomplished actor and professor since 2021.
Graduation season is here, and students are faced with the option to invest in their own, custom Baylor rings to treasure their university experience.
The Baylor ring tradition honors the university’s legacy as one of its meaningful traditions that has stood the test of time.
What started as an at-home hobby for owner Morgan Francis has now grown into a second storefront for Apple Gal in Waco, expanding from its original location in Tyler. Apple Gal now serves the community with unique candy apple flavors like circus animal and cookie butter.
Live Nation has canceled the first month of the Post Malone and Jelly Roll “Big Stadium Tour,” including the May 19 show at McLane Stadium, the Baylor Lariat has learned.
With finals on the rise, events around Waco could be the perfect opportunity to relax and take a much needed break from the stress of college. Whether you’re looking for something low-key or an outing that can fully whisk your mind away from final exam pressures, this is your list.
Baylor University’s graphic design students stood out on a national stage and brought home top awards from the National Student Show and Conference (NSSC), a long-running competition and conference hosted by the Dallas Society of Visual Communications.
A new student-curated exhibition at Washington Gallery invites viewers to reimagine the human figure through the lens of contemporary art.
The legacy of the blue-and-white building on 25th Street, the authentic Honduran restaurant Antojitos Centroamericanos, continues, now reopened as Rosita’s. The restaurant is renamed in honor of the late owner, Rosa Rodriguez, and her impact on her family and community.
After winning the semifinals in March, Baylor’s a cappella team VirtuOSO traveled to New York City for the International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella (ICCA) Finals on Saturday. This marks a huge milestone in the team’s journey and paves the way for VirtuOSO’s future in the coming years.
Across Baylor’s campus, students are taking action to live more sustainably, whether through personal habits, volunteer opportunities or launching campus initiatives.
Baylor has brought a variety of entertainment to campus this year, including Christian, country and comedy. The list just expanded with Old Dominion. The country group with a cult following is set to arrive in Waco to headline Family Weekend.
While the Performing Arts Community Center (PACC) is known for its eclectic array of productions, in September, the business added PACCoffee to its space. The shop’s menu is largely inspired by Broadway themes and serves refreshments to attendees.
The Baylor Urban Dance Society (UDS) has been around for over 16 years, embracing dancers of all skill levels and meeting every Wednesday at 6 p.m. The group delves into a range of styles, from hip-hop and jazz to funk and other urban dances.
Sweet Sugar High Craft Burger Co. is a food truck that specializes in craft burgers. Run by the Fernandez family, they recently won the title of grand champion at the 2026 Texas Food Truck Showdown.
Crowds of cheery-eyed fans poured into the Foster Pavilion Friday evening, enthusiastic to see headliner Hudson Westbrook and opener Tyce Delk.
Friday night at Foster Pavilion marked the third arena show ever for country musician Tyce Delk. After releasing his first single, “Adaline,” in July, his career has skyrocketed, landing him a spot as an opener for Hudson Westbrook.
After months of baking at home and testing recipes at local markets, Fox and Co. officially opened its doors on Thursday. Nestled in the heart of downtown Waco, the 601 Franklin Ave. storefront has welcomed customers into its cozy, book-inspired bakery.
With finals on the horizon, a fun evening in the town is the perfect way to de-stress and connect with friends. Here’s a list of upcoming events and outings in Waco.
What began as an experiment has quickly become one of Baylor’s most unlikely but enveloping success stories. In its first official season, Baylor’s varsity esports program has established itself among top collegiate competitors, pushing them to the brink of national prominence.
