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Find posts on Waco things to do, dining, shopping, events, and more. The Waco Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) was established in 1983. The CVB is responsible for marketing Waco and its partner cities in the county as a destination.
Waco & The Heart of Texas Blog
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Spending Thanksgiving in Waco this year? Here’s a list of restaurants open on Thanksgiving Day in Waco. Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill 614 N. Valley Mills Dr. | 254.751.9084 | Open 11am to midnight The Backyard 511 S. Eighth St. | 254.235.1151 | Open 2:30pm to 2am Bar is open, but not restaurant. Buffet available for ..read more
Waco & The Heart of Texas Blog
2w ago
The holidays are a special time in Waco. Holiday gift markets, Christmas trees, special holiday-themed musical programs, and plenty of twinkling lights set the stage. This year, there’s even a real ice rink for you to try ice skating! Here is a listing with links to some of the upcoming happenings: Waco Cultural Arts Fest ..read more
Waco & The Heart of Texas Blog
2w ago
Are you an aspiring Waco filmmaker? Here’s a fun opportunity to write, film, edit, and score a short film in 48 hours. This competition is based in Austin, but we are hoping for some Waco filmmakers to get involved and shoot around Waco. Cost to participate is $168 per team if you enter before the ..read more
Waco & The Heart of Texas Blog
2w ago
Celebrating Mother’s Day in Waco this year? Here’s a list of ways you can celebrate here in Waco. Free Mother’s Day Brunch Saturday, May 7 | 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Bledsoe Miller Community Center | 300 N. MLK Jr. Blvd. https://www.facebook.com/events/516912866811448/ Mother’s Day Buffet Sunday, May 8 | 11 a.m. – 2 p.m ..read more
Waco & The Heart of Texas Blog
2w ago
The Texas Sports Hall of Fame is closed today for a private event ..read more
Waco & The Heart of Texas Blog
2w ago
Spending Christmas in Waco this year? Here’s a list of restaurants open Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in Waco. Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill 614 N. Valley Mills Dr. | 254.751.9084 Open Christmas Eve and Christmas Day from 12 p.m. to 11 p.m. The Backyard 511 S. Eighth St. | 254.235.1151 Open Christmas Eve from ..read more
Waco & The Heart of Texas Blog
2w ago
Spending Thanksgiving in Waco this year? Here’s a list of restaurants open on Thanksgiving Day in Waco. Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill 614 N. Valley Mills Dr. | 254.751.9084 | Open 11am to 8pm Thanksgiving meals available to pre-order for pickup – deadline: Monday, Nov. 22. The Backyard 511 S. Eighth St. | 254.235.1151 | Open ..read more
Waco & The Heart of Texas Blog
2w ago
A group of filmmakers are working on a new film project telling the story of serial killer Kenneth McDuff. They will be researching, interviewing, and shooting around the Waco area in the weeks and months to come. Here are some of their needs so far. If you can help, please email carlap@wacotx.gov and she will ..read more
Waco & The Heart of Texas Blog
2w ago
Hit up Dancing Bear Pub for some brews and food from Guess Family BBQ. Live music provided by Josh Roberts and Caleb Roberts ..read more
Waco & The Heart of Texas Blog
2w ago
In 2010, Waco, Texas was ranked No. 1 for military retirees to maximize their benefits, raise families and start second careers. It was followed by Oklahoma City and Austin, Texas, according to the survey by USAA, a financial services company for military families, and Military.com, a military and veterans’ membership organization. Overall, the research weighed 20 ..read more