Waco Insider #191
Camp Fimfo Concert Series, Jake's Texas Tea House 2nd Annual Car Show, and "The Singing Zoologist" Lucas Miller
Sure, Silobration is happening this weekend, but if you’re looking for something to do away from downtown Waco, get to Camp Fimfo because it's not every day you get Travis Tritt, Chris Lane, and plenty of others serving up honky-tonk tunes under the wide open Texas sky.
This isn't some over-produced stadium tour; it's a down-to-earth gathering where the music feels raw and authentic, just like it should. This is your chance to connect with real music, real people, and the great outdoors—so don’t miss out on the kind of experience that makes memories worth keeping.
Friday, October 11
Travis Tritt
A Thousand Horses
Hannah Dasher
Saturday, October 12
Chris Lane
LANCO
Kody West
Or if you do want to brave downtown Waco, head to Austin Avenue this Saturday for Jake’s Texas Tea House 2nd Annual Car Show, where you'll enjoy a stunning lineup of classic and modern cars while supporting a crucial cause. With live music, a kids’ activity area, and local vendors offering unique products and delicious eats, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Plus, learn about Unbound Now's important mission to combat human trafficking, with proceeds benefiting their work to support survivors and raise awareness in the community.
Bring your kids to the Cameron Park Zoo this Saturday for a one-of-a-kind show by Lucas Miller, “The Singing Zoologist,” who makes learning about nature fun through catchy songs and high-energy performances that keep kids entertained and engaged.
Alongside his show, don't miss the Monarch Experience, where families can discover the incredible journey of monarch butterflies through exhibits and activities that highlight their life cycle and migration. It’s the perfect opportunity for kids to connect with nature, enjoy the zoo, and leave with a deeper appreciation for the wildlife around them.
Free with zoo admission.
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Thursday, October 10
Silobration 2024 | Magnolia Market at the Silos | 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
October Discovery Activity: Halloween Stones | Urban REAP | 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Thirsty Thursday | Pivovar | 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
Heart O’ Texas Fair & Rodeo | Extraco Events Center | 4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
East Terrace Birthday Party with The Morticians | East Terrace House | 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Sabor: Taste the Nations | AC Hotel | 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Monthly Cruise-In | Te’Jun Texas Cajun | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Manhattan Project Pint Night | Dancing Bear Pub | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Johnny Joe Ramos | The Grape Wine Bar & Bistro | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Pumpkin Paint & Sip | Cultivate 7twelve | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
$25 Steak Night | Barnett’s Whiskey House | 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Ghosts of Hill County | Camp Fimfo | 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
KRIS with a K Music Bingo | Waco Ale Co. | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Bobby Dean & The Timeless Country Band | Sul Ross Boot Scootin’ Dance Club | 7:00 pm – 9:15 pm
Karaoke Night | The Will | 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Open Mic Night | Rocky’s Roadhouse | 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Thirsty Thursday Karaoke | Twisted Sisters Patio Bar | 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Dave Wild | Hotel Herringbone | 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
That Comedy Show with Don Jamieson & Jim Florentine | Backyard Bar Stage & Grill | 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Remy Reilly | Freight Bar | 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Freddie Steady Krc, Al Staehely & Chris Gantry | Texas Music Cafe | 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Karaoke on the Patio | Austin’s on the Avenue | 9:00 pm – midnight
Friday, October 11
Kids College Fridays | MCC Community Services Center | 8:00 am – 3:30 pm
Silobration 2024 | Magnolia Market at the Silos | 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
October Discovery Activity: Halloween Stones | Urban REAP | 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Homeschool Skate Day | Skate Waco Bellmead | 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Heart O’ Texas Fair & Rodeo | Extraco Events Center | 4:00 pm – midnight
Fall 2024 Camp Fimfo Concert Series | Camp Fimfo Waco | 4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Stan Wilfong | The Grape Wine Bar & Bistro | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Nathan & Jerry Plant | Uncle Worm’s Smoke House | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Dave Innis | Cambria Hotel | 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Hayden Miller | Union Grove | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Friday Game Night | Lighthouse Coffee & Wine | 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Kent Klaras Band | The Will | 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Zachary Hill | Waco Ale Co. | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Dr Pepper Paranormal Experience | Dr Pepper Museum & Free Enterprise Institute | 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Jesse Dayton with Steve Howell | Texas Music Cafe | 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Jason Fletcher | BIG’s Mayberry Tavern | 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Steve Dansby | Blue Pup Wine & Martini Bar | 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Chingy & Petey Pablo | Backyard Bar Stage & Grill | 8:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Karaoke | Chapter 11 | 9:00 pm – 2:00 am
Tim Branch | Freight Bar | 9:00 pm – 11:00 pm
EDM Sessions with Tony D & Mr. Rush | Tandem Rooftop Bar | 9:00 pm – 2:00 am
Freaky Friday with DJ Euby | Freight Bar | 11:00 pm – 1:30 am
Saturday, October 12
Waco Downtown Farmers Market | 500 Washington Avenue | 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
China Spring Farmers & Crafters Market | First Baptist Church of China Spring | 9:00 am – noon
Silobration 2024 | Magnolia Market at the Silos | 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Blood Drive | Harley-Davidson of Waco | 9:00 am – noon
McLennan County Master Gardeners: Whimsy in the Garden | Waco Downtown Farmers Market | 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Free Microchip & Vaccination Event | Brazos Park East | 10:00 am – noon
Jake's 2nd Annual Car Show | Jake’s Texas Tea House | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Lucas Miller: The Singing Zoologist | Cameron Park Zoo | 10:00 am – 1:30 pm
October Discovery Activity: Halloween Stones | Urban REAP | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Homestead Weekly Market | Homestead Heritage | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Heart O’ Texas Fair & Rodeo | Extraco Events Center | noon – midnight
Mary Avenue Market | Segovia Wine Bar | noon – 4:00 pm
Storytime | Barnes & Noble | 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
ARTiculate | Art Center Waco | 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
McLennan County Master Gardeners' Children's Garden Fair | Earle Harrison House & Pape Gardens | 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Longhorns vs. Sooners Watch Party | The Will | 2:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Fall 2024 Camp Fimfo Concert Series | Camp Fimfo Waco | 4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Trunk or Treat | Skate Waco Bellmead | 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Open Mic Night | Lighthouse Coffee & Wine | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Dr Pepper Paranormal Experience | Dr Pepper Museum & Free Enterprise Institute | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Live Jazz Saturday with the Chuck Jennings Duo | Segovia Wine Bar | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Professor Pendark's Magic & More Show | Performing Arts Community Center | 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Far From Reach | Texas Music Cafe | 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The Rob Holbert Group | Marie’s Wine Bar | 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm
Collin James Band | Papa Joe’s Texas Saloon | 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Michael Alexandersson | Twisted Sisters Patio Bar | 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Cole Stephens | Backyard Bar Stage & Grill | 8:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Karaoke | Chapter 11 | 9:00 pm – 2:00 am
Alan Reyes | Cricket’s Grill & Draft House | 9:00 pm – midnight
Josh Calvin & The 183 South Band | Freight Bar | 9:00 pm – 11:30 pm
Sunday, October 13
Heart O’ Texas Fair & Rodeo | Extraco Events Center | noon – 11:00 pm
Waco Life Drawing | Cultivate 7twelve | 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Mystery Book Club: The Cold Cold Ground | South Waco Library | 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Seltzer Sunday | Freight Bar | 4:00 pm – 11:45 pm
Open Mic | Cricket’s Grill & Draft House | 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Song Swap & Open Mic Night with Michael Saldana | Lakeside Bar | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Banged Out with DogBite, Rasura & Keep the Kids | Truelove Bar | 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Monday, October 14
$5 Pints & Burgers | Barnett’s Whiskey House | 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Native Flute Journeys 4: Indigenous People's Day Concert | The Performing Arts Community Center | 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Karaoke Mondays | The Crying Shame | 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Manic Monday | Freight Bar | 7:00 pm – 11:45 pm
Slap Stix Trivia Night | Lakeside Bar | 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Waco Jazz Orchestra: Autumn Serenade | Ball Performing Arts Center | 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Tuesday, October 15
Break-Even Bottle Night with Macallan No. 6 | Barnett’s Whiskey House | 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Cocktails with Jen | Hemingway’s Watering Hole | 5:00 pm – midnight
Karaoke Night | Blue Pup Wine & Martini Bar | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Trivia Tuesday | Element Waco | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Waco Life Drawing | Cultivate 7twelve | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Beer Garden Yoga | Brotherwell Brewing | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Smarty Pints Trivia | Southern Roots Brewing Co. | 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Slap Stix Trivia Tuesday | Freight Bar | 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Booze Clues Trivia | Dancing Bear Pub | 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Wednesday, October 16
Fabled Story-Time | Fabled Bookshop & Cafe | 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Newcomers & Neighbors | Baylor Club | 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Shiner Bock Pint Night | Barnett’s Whiskey House | 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Pop-Up Shop | Lighthouse Coffee & Wine | 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Kids Eat Free Wednesday | 1424 Bistro | 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Wednesday Night Farmers Market | Bridge Street Plaza | 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Wine Wednesday with Stan Wilfong | Segovia Wine Bar | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Slap Stix Trivia Night | Torchy’s Tacos | 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Bobby Dean & The Timeless Country Band | Taqueria Mexicano Grill 15 | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Music Bingo | Brotherwell Brewing | 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Open Mic Night | Last Chance Bar | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Vinyl Night | Waco Ale Co. | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Bill Dedman | Fabled Bookshop & Cafe | 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street | Hooper-Schaefer Fine Arts Center | 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
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Coming Next Week
Texas Chainsaw Massacre 50th Anniversary Screening, Waco Restaurant Week, and Brew at the Zoo.
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