If you’re in Waco for the Easter break and are looking for some fun, here is your ultimate guide. Spice up your weekend by grabbing a friend and enjoying some night hiking, an Earth Day carnival and an Easter egg hunt in Seley Park.
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One of Baylor’s longstanding traditions returned for another year of on-campus fun as students flocked to Fountain Mall to enjoy food, games, activities and a concert from artist Joshua Bassett.
Baylor University announced this morning that one of the biggest names in Christian contemporary music, Lauren Daigle, will be coming to Baylor to perform at Foster Pavilion in the fall. That makes Daigle the second of a ten-show series that will be taking place at Foster Pavilion over the next two years.
A once-in-a-lifetime eclipse which occurred over last year’s Diadeloso leaves this year’s celebration with standards that will be hard to top. Luckily, between Joshua Bassett and multiple unique attractions, the schedule for the “state fair” themed holiday on Tuesday will be packed.
Fountain Mall will be abuzz with dancing, games and good food on Friday night for Fiesta, an annual event put on by the Hispanic Student Association (HSA) and Baylor Activities Council (BAC). The celebration will run from 6-9 p.m and welcomes attendees from all cultural backgrounds.
As the sun dips below the horizon, a different world awakens at the Lake Waco Wetlands. Every Friday in April, from 7-8 p.m., Cameron Park Zoo staff will guide visitors through the wetlands for an after-dark adventure where nocturnal plants and animals take center stage.
Hungry for a good story? The Waco-McLennan County Library is hosting its third Annual Edible Book Festival, inviting bakers of all ages to create edible representations of a book, literary figure, character, pun or plot.
The Bollywood fusion dance competition, which brings together different South Asian dance teams from all across the country, also features a fashion show and serves food from the region, which director and Dublin, Calif. senior Muskan Bakshi said is a hot commodity among student attendees.
Zeta Tau Alpha will host its annual Pie-A-Prez event at 6 p.m. on Thursday, inviting presidents from organizations across Baylor’s campus to participate by getting pied in the face on Fountain Mall. This year, the event aims to raise funds for breast cancer awareness and education, specifically early detection of breast cancer using AI technological advances.
If you weren’t able to snag tickets for either of the NCAA women’s basketball tournament games, no need to stay home twiddling your thumbs. There’s plenty of fun to be had throughout Waco this weekend, from theatre, to drag and even a monster truck show.
This year marks the 31st celebration of the Beall Poetry Festival. Baylor will host three prominent poets: Carl Phillips, Victoria Chang and Christian Wiman — each of whom will provide insight and commentary on their work. Their readings and discussions will give attendees the chance to dive deeper into different forms and aspects of poetry.
As golden hour took over, the powder-throwing began. Students wore white to preserve the multicolor splotches left by the powder residue and dashed around Fountain Mall trying to nab their friends with the dust, laughing and shrieking as they ran. The Holi powder covered clothes, skin, hair and even teeth. No one was safe from the colorful bombardment.
In honor of Women’s History Month, the Tau Alpha Chapter of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity hosted “Tribute to a Black Woman,” celebrating the achievements, leadership and resilience of Black women within the university community. The evening was filled with moments of inspiration, discussion workshops and the recognition of women who have made a significant impact at the university.
“You talk to any vendor out there for this past weekend, and they’re going to be really happy with how that market went,” Mungello said.
The weekend before spring break in Waco is looking pretty packed! This smorgasbord includes a little bit of music, a play here and there and the first weekend at the new location of the Waco Downtown Farmers Market.
This month, immerse yourself in a series of Baylor events that honor women’s contributions across all fields. Whether you’re looking to learn, connect or get inspired, these events offer something for everyone to celebrate women who’ve shaped the community and had an impact around the world.
The 2025 fall semester is set to kickoff the school year in McLane Stadium — not with a football game, but with a country concert that will likely go down in Baylor history as one for the books.
Soaring plane ticket prices and recent flight mishaps make it understandable if you’re opting to stay put. For those sticking around Waco, here are some activities to keep you busy and help you enjoy your time off. The only thing you’ll need is your car.
Fabled Bookshop and Cafe will host its fourth biannual “Buzzed Bee,” an adult spelling bee, on Feb. 28. This month’s theme is “Dr. Seuss,” featuring a playful list of “very silly and Seuss-y words,” according to Fabled’s communications manager Kai Jackson.
The relocation has sparked debate over the last five months, with some vendors even creating petitions, according to Broken Grain Baking Co. owner Ephraim Glueck.
Today is the day! Do you have an out-of-this-world date planned for your Valentine? Whether you’ve got all your bases covered or you’re struggling to find something fun to do with your date this weekend in Waco, here’s a complete list of date ideas with something for everyone.
Throughout the zoo, festive Valentine’s decorations—including pink boxes and hearts—add to the romantic atmosphere. But for human visitors, the zoo is offering a unique way to celebrate: the “Mating Game,” a themed trivia night on February 14 from 6-9 p.m.
This long-standing tradition has seen many couples exchange vows on the courthouse steps and this year will be no different. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Feb. 14, weddings will be officiated every 10 minutes, offering couples a ceremony for $50. According to the officiant’s Instagram, the romantic affair includes a brief opening to set the mood, a vow and ring exchange, the classic “I do” and, of course, a celebratory kiss.
If you’re looking for something to watch, listen to, taste or buy this weekend, consider all your senses covered with this guide for what to do in Waco. Here, you’ll find a few performances to keep you entertained and pop-ups to pamper your Valentine.
With February kicking off, Black History Month is in full swing for the Black Student Union, and there is no shortage of events to attend and activities to participate in according to Cypress senior Brooklyn Joseph, the organization’s president.
From musicals to the Lunar New Year, there’s a lot going on in Waco this week. Navigate these many happenings with some choice suggestions listed below — some tried n’ true and some new.
“That’s always the best part of opening a new exhibit — seeing how the public responds to it,” said Nall. “It’s been wonderful. It has exceeded expectations.”
As students pour back into Waco for a new semester, so do new, fun events and activities both on and off campus. If syllabus week is leaving you with little to do, here are some fresh, free events to add to your calendar.
It’s a good thing Baylor is no slouch when it comes to putting on events and performances. So, do yourself a favor this semester by breaking out of that endless cycle and checking out some of these arts and entertainment events put on by fellow classmates and peers and snag some CAE credits while you’re at it.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year in Waco. This week’s edition of What to Do in Waco is chock-full of holiday activities that will spark your Christmas spirit. To counter the stress and studying of finals, step out of the library and into these local happenings, transporting you to a winter wonderland of fun.