From lesser-known hidden gems to Waco staples, the upcoming week of events features a variety of music, acting, trivia and entertainment. Whether you’re looking for something to do with friends or family, or simply on your own, here’s a list of upcoming things to do in Waco.
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Greg Culverhouse is a fishing guide for the Waco area. He’s been a charter for decades and is well known for his title, the Crappie King.
Want to go somewhere during the week to unwind, watch live music and even study? Several options include a live music venue, coffee shop events Thursday nights and Pinewood’s jazz and trivia night.
From performing professionally around the world to winning countless awards for violin pieces, the legacy of Patricia Shih, Nikita Pogrebnoy and their son Nicholas is one of adventure and accolades, taking them all across Europe, Asia and North America and eventually landing them in Waco.
From Sing beef to parking complaints, Yik Yak has once again found its footing on Baylor’s campus — delivering everything from lighthearted memes to anonymous drama.
Beginning with the initiative to bring a voice to Black Baylor freshmen, the Black Student Union’s subdivisional organization, Freshman Action Team, is open to all and encourages students to join, collaborate and, most importantly, build relationships with fellow peers that will translate outside of club meeting times.
“Alice By Heart” takes place in 1940s London during the Blitz and in a fractured version of Wonderland. The underground scenes stick close to historical reality, while Wonderland is wild, fractured and a little chaotic. The costumes reflect that shift, moving from realistic jackets and dresses to pieces stitched, layered or completely reimagined.
Beachy’s Baking Co. was founded by Travis and Rosa Beachy, who are both Robinson locals. The business was launched last March, and their menu offers an array of fresh-baked donuts, as well as scratch-made warm pretzels.
As families and friends waited at the front of the Performing Arts Community Center Saturday evening, David Corkill, going on his second year of managing Waco’s Got Talent, motivated performers ranging from young to old.
Dr. Heidi Hornik, professor of art history and chair of the art and art history department, has spent more than three decades building a career defined by both rigorous Renaissance scholarship and a deep commitment to her students — a combination that has now earned her the Big 12 Faculty of the Year award.
The verdict is good news for Baylor students: The Trompo King serves delicious Mexican food with affordability and availability, making it a great addition to the campus area.
All-University Sing is a spectacle built on visuals as much as it is on vocals and choreography. While set pieces and lighting establish atmosphere, costumes often serve as the clearest bridge between concept and character.
Every fall, students pack Waco Hall for All-University Sing, one of Baylor’s oldest traditions. For a few hours, the campus comes together, cheering, laughing and watching student organizations perform in a competition that’s been part of campus life for decades.
Sing is produced by Baylor’s Student Productions Committee, a student-led programming board that plans and coordinates several major campus events. The committee’s mission centers on inspiring creativity, fostering leadership and maintaining the excellence of long-standing Baylor traditions through student-driven productions.
From being in formations together and going through steps to admitting you don’t know what you’re doing and laughing when the other person agrees, Sing Alliance presents several opportunities to meet people and build new, meaningful friendships.
For decades, Sing has been a cornerstone of Baylor life, connecting generations of students through a shared tradition. Alumni still remember the thrill of performances they were once a part of, while current students feel the excitement and responsibility of carrying that legacy forward.
The season of All-University Sing can be an intense period of late nights, crowded calendars and piles of untouched homework. During times that can be so chaotic, it becomes essential for students to find ways to rest, enabling them to balance their lives and recharge so that they can fully do their best and enjoy the process of Sing.
Under the bright stage lights and carefully guarded themes, first-time All-University Sing participants at Baylor discover newfound excitement and appreciation for performing arts.
Oli Pettigrew gained a platform of over 100,000 followers on Instagram alone. He built his brand, @ThatEnglishmaninTexas, on sharing surprising facts.
The “Technology and the Human Person in the Age of AI” conference will be held on campus Feb. 26-28 and is free to Baylor students, faculty and staff. The schedule of speakers and events is located in the Guidebook app. The symposium will discuss, debate and explore questions surrounding Artificial Intelligence.
Waco Symphony Orchestra is sweeping the curtains open for one last classical concert of the season that blends one of the most famous compositions in history, Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5, with other stellar works from both modern and classical pieces.
Balancing classes, part-time jobs and a growing business would overwhelm most college students, but for Weatherford senior Mariah Harris, it’s all part of the journey. Harris is the founder of RiahBeautyCo., a makeup company that caters to brides, alumni and anyone looking for professional photoshoot makeup.
Professional pianist Oliver Jia performed Monday night and told a beautiful story through his soulful art. With music degrees from the University of Michigan, Yale University and the Juilliard School, where he made his debut at Carnegie Hall as an undergrad student performing as a soloist with the Juilliard Orchestra.
Customers can sign up for a cooking class at Helberg’s Barbecue, located at 7809 N. U.S. Highway 6, to experience how the professionals work the pit. Co-owner Phillip Helberg teaches his class with the hope of guiding his community through each step of the process.
An array of red, white and blue fan memorabilia began to pour into the stands for Saturday’s showing of the Harlem Globetrotters in Foster Pavilion. As tipoff approached, the team ran onto the floor to practice an array of trick shots.
At the intersection of family, landscape and imagination, Associate Professor of Art Winter Rusiloski creates art that moves beyond mere representation. Rusiloski channeled both her knowledge and passion to create “Anniversary Storms Over Orion’s Ridge,” which is currently on view at the Amon Carter Museum of American Art.
A packed week lies ahead of us as Valentine’s Day approaches and the Harlem Globetrotters arrive in Waco. Whether you’re an avid celebrator of the day of love or just in search of an evening pastime, here is a list of upcoming things to do in Waco.
American icons, the Harlem Globetrotters, are heading to Waco Feb. 14 for their 100-year tour. While the Globetrotters have been a monumental part of pop culture for multiple generations, the group is learning to adapt while keeping the historical elements that make them so widely enjoyed.
In a college culture dominated by notifications, infinite scrolling and algorithm-driven outrage, a growing number of students are quietly opting out of the digital agenda. Instead, students are turning to analog hobbies to reclaim attention, creativity and mental clarity.
When driving around Waco, the Hispanic and Latino presence is evident through restaurants, supermarkets, food trucks and churches. From El Charro Tapatio to Las Trancas Taco Stand, Waco has a multitude of grassroots businesses that run deep with Latino and Hispanic culture, as well as the city.