Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area will host its Water Fest event June 2 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and June 3 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at BLORA, North Nolan Road and Cottage Road, Fort Hood. Both days, there will be free activities to enjoy: Water Wars, Kayak Pool, Demos by a pro fisherman, Gator Slip-n-slide, […]
Temple Railroad and Heritage Museum will host Explorer Family Day from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 2 at 315 W Avenue B, Temple. This free event will be to educate young attendees about famous explorers while helping them get ideas for their own adventures. The museum hosts family days on the first Saturday of every […]
The Hispanic American Chamber of Commerce of Central Texas will host the 4th Annual Battle of the Food Trucks June 2 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Killeen Community Center. There will be live music, a car show, a lip sync contest, vendors, and, of course, food trucks. Admission is free to the […]
I Am a Texan will host its Texas History Days June 8 at 8 p.m. to June 10 at 11 p.m. in Salado. There will be genealogy classes, a homemade ice cream competition, guided tours, and more. For more information, visit https://www.texashistorysalado.com/home.html.
The Hope Mommies Central Texas chapter will hold its 5K/1 mile fun run June 9 from 6:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at West Temple Park, 8307 W. Adams Ave., Temple. The group's mission is to support moms and families experiencing pregnancy and infant loss in Central Texas. Registration is open. You can click the link […]
The Refuge Corporation will host its 2nd annual 5K Run/Walk for the Homeless at the Killeen Athletic Complex's Andy K. Wells Hike & Bike Trail from 8 a.m. to noon June 9. The Refuge Corporation works diligently to make positive changes towards meeting the needs of the community by providing emergency shelter, transitional homes and […]
The “Freeze Off” best homemade ice cream in Bell County contest will be held at the Texas History Days in Salado Festival June 9 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Salado Civic Center. If you don't want to compete, just come by and purchase a yummy dish of creamy goodness. This contest is […]
Copperas Cove Parks and Recreation will host the 2nd Annual Mother Son Dance June 9 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Copperas Cove Civic Center. Tickets are currently on sale at the Copperas Cove Parks and Recreation office located inside the Civic Center. (Tickets will be available for purchase at the door). All ages […]
The H-E-B Summer Run to Fun 5K will be held June 16 at 8 a.m. at South Park, 2602 Dennis Dr., Copperas Cove. Registration is open now. The run will cover 1.5 miles of a paved, shaded trail beside a local creek, the gentle rolling hills in Copperas Cove’s residential area. It is timed event which starts […]
Temple Parks and Recreation will be hosting a Late Skate event June 22 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Temple Skate Park, located in Miller Park, 1919 N. First St., Temple. There will be music, food, and friendly competition, with a "Best Trick" competition for ages 15 & under, 16-24, and 25 and up. […]
Exchange III Corps and Fort Hood Family Housing will host an Independence Day Kickoff Celebration on Friday, June 29 from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Kouma Express, Building 48830 off of Clear Creek Road in Killeen. There will be giveaways, hot dogs, face painting, demos and tastings. Come join in on the fun!
Pacific Heights Express will host their Aloha Fest June 30 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at the Killeen Civic and Conference Center. Siva Ori Polynesia has been invited for both day and evening shows. The day show is free and the night show includes dinner and show. Tickets for the night show are $30. […]
Vintage Church will host its Summer of Fun Pool Party July 1 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Lion’s Club Aquatic Center in Killeen. It will be an evening of water slides, splash pads, and more. This event is free and space is limited. Anyone under the age of 18 must have a parent/guardian […]
Chick-fil-A in Killeen will be hosting its 14th annual Cow Appreciation Day July 10 from 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Customers will be able to come to the restaurant dressed in cow costumes/apparel in exchange for a free entree. (Children wearing anything cow-like will receive a free Kid’s Meal). Free entrees for Cow Appreciation Day must be […]
The 20th annual Hot Summer Sounds free summer concert series, hosted by Scott & White Health Plan, will continue with a performance by the Melinda Adams Band from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. on July 13 at Miller Park, 1919 N. First St., Temple. The series will run every Friday through July 20. Bring lawn chairs […]
Emancipet Killeen will host its Santa Paws in July event July 14 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at AmeriStor Self Storage, 2010 E Elms Rd, Killeen. This event will feature Doxie Derby Wiener Dog Races, a doggie wash, a dunk tank, a fishing pond, other fun games for kids and pets, food, music, and […]
IMPAC Outreach will host its 2018 Taste of Africa event July 21 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Killeen Civic and Conference Center. This is a celebration of the expansive African histories and cultures that the continent has to offer. This family-centered celebration of African cultures will explore tantalizing tastes, vibrant fabrics/fashions, exotic […]
Summit Family Recreation Center will host its 2nd Annual HEFTY Bend the Bar event July 28 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Center, 620 S Fryers Creek Cir, Temple. Registration is free but spots are limited. Preregistered competitors will receive a vendor gift bag and a Bend The Bar commemorative t-shirt. Divisions will be […]
PRCA Rodeo Belton will host a Fourth of July Kick-Off Barbecue from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 29 at Yettie Polk Park. Lunch will be $5.
Bell County Comic Con 2018 will be arriving Aug. 4-5 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Bell County Expo Center. This will be Bell County's 2nd year hosting a Comic Convention. This is a fun, family-friendly event. Tickets are on sale now. To purchase tickets, visit https://purchase.growtix.com/e/bell_county_comic_con_2018.
The Copperas Cove Five Hills Scholarship Pageant will host its Bearables Birthday Bash Aug. 4 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Bearables, 209 S. Main St., Copperas Cove. Party-goers get to stuff the animals of their choice for only $10 (a $40+ value at competitors). Limited to 100 children. You must bring your Eventbrite ticket. […]
The Killeen Chamber of Commerce and Flavors of Central Texas will host their 10th Annual Flavors of Central Texas event Aug. 14 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Killeen Civic and Conference Center. This event is designed to please the palates of all who attend. Restaurants, catering companies and bakers set up beautifully decorated […]
The Fort Hood Girl Scouts, 72002 Austin Ave., Fort Hood, will host an information session from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Aug. 15. This is a come and go event where attendees will be able to come any time to meet volunteers, ask questions and get registered. Older Girl Scouts will be on hand to help […]
Food Truck Frenzy will be held Aug. 27 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the downtown Temple Square,2 N Main St., Temple. This event is being sponsored by the City of Temple Convention & Visitors Bureau. There is no charge to attend and it is open to the public. For more information please contact […]
School of Wags will host its Pet Adoption Extravaganza Sept. 15 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Bell County Expo Center. There will be hundreds of animals for adoption, trainer tips and demos, micro-chipping, a police working dog demo, a variety of vendors, pony rides and a petting zoo.