The Millennial Family Expos will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 21 at 3601 South WS Young Drive, Killeen. This premier event will exhibit products and services for new, expectant, and young families. Participants will have the opportunity to enjoy games, food trucks, giveaways, raffles, prizes, crafts, shopping, entertainment and much more. There […]
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 […]
Chick-fil-A will host a family night from 5 to 8 p.m. July 24 at 1402 E. Central Texas Expressway, Killeen. The event will feature a cake walk, decoration of tasty treats and a photo opportunity with the cow mascot.
The Killeen Community Center presents the Mommy and Me Paint Party and Story Time! This is a free event on July 25 is for all ages that will include games, prizes, crafts, and lunch. There will also be a painting activity with Killeen Rocks and story time with Tina the Storyteller. She will read the […]
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 […]
The Armed Services YMCA Killeen will host a Back to School Bash from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 28 at the Harker Heights Wellness Center, 110 Mountain Lion Road, Harker Heights. The bash will feature carnival rides, games, fun and music. The first 500 children that enroll that day or that are already enrolled […]
Chick-fil-A will host a Barnyard Bash from 4:30 to 8 p.m. July 28 at 1402 E. Central Texas Expressway, Killeen. Children in attendance will be able to enjoy a petting zoo and those under 12 years of age can enjoy a free ice cream dream.
Candlelight Ranch, 6408 Muleshoe Bend Trail, Marble Falls, will host their monthly Military Family Day from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. July 29. Activities will include: zip lining, equine therapy, hiking, fishing, and challenge courses. These events are open and free to any and all military families with children, with any and all abilities, including: […]
Christmas in July Bazaar, the Parranda edition, will be from 3 to 7 p.m. July 29 at Courtyard by Marriott Killeen, 1721 E. Central Texas Expressway, Killeen. There will be vendors, food and drink specials, performances by Izis La Enfermera de La Salsa with a full and master percussionist, Edwin Clemente. The event is free […]
Chick-fil-A will be hosting a Mermaids and Pirates night from 5 to 8 p.m. July 31 at 201 E. Central Texas Expressway, Harker Heights. Children are invited to come dressed up for a night of fun activities. Those in costume will receive a free kids meal.
Educated Angels will host the Ultimate Back to School Bash and Knocking Out Homelessness Softball Tournament from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Aug. 4 at Harker Heights Community Park, 1501 E. FM 2410, Harker Heights. The back to school bash will be from 9 a.m. to noon and will feature vendors, food, inflatables, a dunking […]
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 Temple Railroad and Heritage Museum, 315 W. Avenue B, Temple. will host a free Archaeology Day from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 4. Visitors will get a chance to talk to archaeologists from the Gault Site as well as Texas Parks and Wildlife, see some of the artifacts found in Texas, take part […]
Grace United Methodist Church, 101 W. Avenue F, Copperas Cove, will be hosting the Annual Back to School Buzz from 3 to 6 p.m. Aug. 5 This event will feature free school supplies for pre-kindergarten through 12th grade students, free basic haircuts, as well as food and giveaways. Everyone from the community is welcome; admittance […]
Vive Les Arts Theatre, 3401 S. W.S. Young Drive will host Jedi Camp from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 6 to Aug. 10. Campers will learn basic fight choreography and must be ages 10 and up. The camp fee is $125 per child. Visit http://www.vlakilleen.org/ for more information.
Navy Federal will present a free movie outdoor movie night beginning at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 11 at 1501 E. FM 2410, Harker Heights. Disney’s Coco will be screened on an outdoor screen and attendees are invited to bring blankets and beach chairs to relax under the stars. There will also be pre-movie fun, including free […]
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 10th Annual Flavors of Central Texas will be from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Aug.14 at the Killeen Civic and Conference Center, 3601 S. W.S. Young Drive, Killeen. Early bird tickets are on sale for $15 per person or $20 at the door and admission for children ages 5 to 11 is $10 each. Children […]
Central Texas College will host its Geekfest 2018 event Aug. 17 to Aug. 19 at the Mayborn Science Theater. This event is a celebration of all things geek, fosters creativity and a sense of community among attendees while raising funds for CTC student scholarships and programs. There will be plenty of food, talented artists, and vendors […]
Killeen Parks and Recreation will host a Back 2 School Splash Bash from 6 to 8 p.m. Aug. 18 at Long Branch Park in Killeen. This free event is open to children ages 12 and under. Water attire is required to participate. The pool and splash pad will be open, alongside water activities. Visit killeentexas.gov/parks for more […]
The Killeen Arts and Activities Center. 801 N. Fourth St., Killeen, will host Showtime at the Apollo: Talent Show from 7 to 10 p.m. Aug. 18. The event will feature performers showing off their talents. There will be dancers, singers, musicians, bands, comedians, poets and more competing for a $500 cash prize. There will be […]
Temple Parks and Recreation will host their Touch-a-Truck event Aug. 24 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Mayborn Convention Center. This is hands-on family fun exploring fire trucks, police cars, tractors and more. Price is $7 per child. To register or for more information, call 254-298-5474.
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.
