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Halloween Neon Dance Party
2025-10-11 20:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | The Dance Center Waxahachie, 601 Ferris Ave, Waxahachie, TX, 75165, United States
A glow-in-the-dark dance party for musical theatre lovers (and the theatre curious)! Come, learn, fun, easy to follow combos with Hadestown, Addams Family, and more – plus glow sticks, black lights, and costume fun. No experience needed. Teens and adults. Free to attend! Waiver and pick up form required. Reserve your spot before they run out!

Oktoberfest Hog Roast
2025-10-11 12:00 - 22:00 | Railport Brewing Co., 405 W Madison St., Waxahachie, Texas, 75165
You KNOW HOW WE ROLL when it comes to TX/OU Weekend, and this YEAR we added a HOG!
Come enjoy BBQ and a HOG ROAST with Good Directions BBQ, Brats with Wiese’s Wieners, our annual release of COZY MARZEN, the Texas/OU Game (2:30pm Kick-Off), and Live Music – NO COVER by The Last Remnants at 7pm!
Wear those COLORS, this is for every FAN, that’s how we ROLL!
Doors open at 12pm, Festivities begin at 2pm! This a Family and Pet Friendly Event!

Waxahachie Walk to End Alzheimers
2025-10-11 08:00 - 13:00 | Getzendaner Memorial Park, S. Grand Ave., Waxahachie, TX, 75165, United States
Join our Bristol Hospice Walk team as we fundraise in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s.
If you are unable to join us in person on the day of the walk, please use the link below to donate and help us achieve our goal for a cure!
https://act.alz.org/site/TR?team_id=935634&fr_id=18910&pg=team

Go All In! Fitness & Wellness Showcase
2025-10-11 08:00 - 11:00 | Railyard Park Waxahachie, 437 S Rogers St, Waxahachie, TX, 75165-3651, United States
Even though our Saturday Morning Fitness season ends in September, your health journey doesn’t have to.
The Go All In! Fitness & Wellness Showcase at Railyard Park on Saturday, October 11, from 8:00 AM–11:00 AM is designed to help our community discover resources, services, and activities that make it easier to stay well through the fall and winter months.
This first-time event is also about strengthening the fitness and wellness community in Waxahachie and Ellis County — connecting residents with local gyms, instructors, studios, and health practitioners who can help them keep moving, eating well, and feeling their best year-round.
Event Highlights
– 70-Foot Warped Wall Warrior Obstacle Course
– Giant Rock Slide Climb Challenge
– Live DJ on stage with contests and music
– Healthy eats for sale from Ono Grindz (fruit bowls + more)
Free admission for all attendees!
Featuring Local Wellness Vendors & Fitness Gurus
– Camp Gladiator Waxahachie
– In Motion Studios
– Refit with Tiana
– Shelby Symmetry
– Savvy Boheme
– Emerald Wellness
– Revive Aesthetics & Wellness
– Healing Touch Massage Studio
– Natural Balance Lymphatic Healing
Plus more to come!
Whether you’re looking to stay active as the weather cools, find new ways to take care of yourself, or connect with Waxahachie’s growing fitness and wellness community, this showcase is the perfect place to start.

Murder Mystery Dinner Party - Sims Library Waxahachie
2025-10-10 19:00 - 21:00 | NP Sims Library, 515 W Main St, Waxahachie, TX, 75165, United States
All through October :
October 10, 17, 24, or 31 – join us from 7-9 pm for an after-hours night of intrigue, secrets, and a touch of ‘family business.’ Someone’s taken a permanent fall, and it’s up to you to sniff out the rat before the night is over! Bring your best detective skills!
A light pasta meal will be served. Audience participation and costumes encouraged. The show is the same each night, just pick your favorite date!

Event Details

What it is: An after-hours murder mystery dinner party.
Where: N. P. Sims Library.
When: October 10, 17, 24, or 31.
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Cost: A light pasta meal will be served.

How to Participate

Register:
Visit the new calendar at simslib.org/newcalendar to sign up for your preferred date.

Come Prepared:
Audience participation is encouraged, so bring your best detective skills and consider wearing a costume.

Enjoy:
You’ll be part of an evening of intrigue, secrets, and a touch of “family business” as you work to solve the murder.

More Information

The event takes place at the N. P. Sims Library located at 515 W Main St, Waxahachie, TX, United States.
For additional event information, you can check the N. P. Sims Library’s Facebook page.

Kevin's Weather Bash
2025-10-04 12:00 - 14:00 | Railyard Park Waxahachie, 437 S Rogers St, Waxahachie, TX, 75165-3651, United States
Let’s get together to celebrate 10 years of local, reliable weather coverage with Kevin Crouch from South Metro Weather! Food trucks, trivia, meet-and-greet and more!

Additional details to come.

Oddfest 2025!
2025-10-04 10:00 - 18:00 | Singleton Plaza, 200 N Rogers St, Waxahachie, TX, 75165, United States
Come join us for our 9th annual Oddfest in Downtown Waxahachie Tx the first Saturday of October! We will have plenty of food, tons of wonderful art vendors, craft beer, great local live music all day, and awesome raffles for things such as tattoos and other items! Please come out and join us! We’d love to have y’all!

6th Annual Health and Wellness Expo
2025-10-04 10:00 - 15:00 | Waxahachie Civic Center, 2000 Civic Center Lane, Waxahachie, TX, 75165, United States
Join us for our annual Health & Wellness Expo and come learn with us.
Chat with businesses and individuals about all things health and grab a chance to win some cool prizes.
This event is free to the public – we just want to connect with you!

Fall Market and Pumpkin Fest
2025-10-04 10:00 - 15:00 | Earthtones Greenery, 5630 Hwy 287, Midlothian, Texas, 76065
It’s fall y’all! Come welcome the season with a fun-filled day featuring hayrides, local vendors, food trucks, pumpkin activities, bounce houses and more!

BTL Event: Confidence Elevated
2025-10-02 16:00 - 19:00 | Texas Cryoworks Total Wellness Center, 304 N College St, Waxahachie, TX, 75165, United States
Confidence Starts Here

We believe confidence should be accessible, affordable, and all-natural. That’s why we’re inviting you to our exclusive BTL Demo Night at Texas Cryoworks.

Discover the latest in non-invasive wellness and beauty treatments, including: EmFace – smooth fine lines, lift facial contours, and restore youthful radiance without needles or downtime. EmSella – strengthen your pelvic floor, improve core health, and regain confidence in daily life. Exion – deeply hydrates and revitalizes the skin while boosting collagen for lasting glow.

Join us for live demonstrations, special event-only offers, and a chance to learn how these groundbreaking treatments can help you feel and look your best.
Texas Cryoworks | Oct 2nd from 4 – 7 pm

Community Fire Extinguisher Training
2025-10-01 18:30 - 20:00 | Venus Fire Department, 101 3rd Street, Venus, Texas, 76084
🔥 Learn how to safely and effectively use a fire extinguisher!
Join the Venus Fire Department for a free hands-on training session open to all community members. Our firefighters will walk you through the basics of fire safety and teach you how to properly operate a fire extinguisher in an emergency.
📅 Date: [10/1/25]
🕒 Time: [6:30PM]
📍 Location: [Venus Fire Department – 101 3rd Street, Venus, Texas 76084]
✅ Great for families, businesses, and individuals
✅ Certificates of participation available
✅ All ages welcome (children must be accompanied by an adult)
Let’s work together to make Venus a safer place!
Please RSVP here-
https://forms.gle/zydVoXMJHS7DMz968
For more information, contact:
Chief Hargrove at (817) 659-9433
or Email FF Lomax at jlomax@cityofvenus.org

Wild Weddings Expo!
2025-09-28 13:00 - 17:00 | Old Bison Ranch Wedding Venue, 1924 Lumkins Rd, Forreston, TX, 76041, United States
Get ready for the ultimate bridal experience at Wild Weddings Expo – where you’ll find everything you need for your big day all in one place! Located at the Old Bison Ranch venue in Forreston, just 12 miles south of Waxahachie with very easy access to I-35E.
Come join us at the Old Bison Ranch Wedding & Event Venue for a day filled with all things wedding! Whether you’re a bride-to-be, a groom-in-training, or planning a special occasion like a quincenera, anniversary, etc… this event is for you!
visit Eventbrite for your tickets.

Beware of scammers, so please know that only April Prentice aka DJ Wild Thang is the ONLY contact for this event. No one else will be selling vendor booths or admission tickets.
Promo Code: WWEXPO
wildweddingsexpo.eventbrite.com
get your VIP tickets, general admission tickets, the groom gets in free no matter what!!
#wildweddingsexpo

Hispanic Heritage Festival- Glenn Heights
2025-09-27 18:00 - 21:00 | Glenn Heights City Center, 1938 South Hampton Road, Glenn Heights, Texas, 75154
Join us on September 27, 2025, 6PM at the City Center (1938 S. Hampton Rd.) for a vibrant celebration of Hispanic Heritage! ✨
Enjoy food, local vendors, family friendly activities, and live entertainment. Come celebrate with us! 🧡

Steadfast Women's Event
2025-09-27 17:00 - 21:00 | Avenue Church, 1761 N Hwy 77, Waxahachie, Texas, 75165
Join the thriving community of women at the 14th annual Steadfast Women’s Event at The Avenue Church.
Check their website for more details!
4:00pm Doors Open
5:00pm Session One
6:00pm Break Out Sessions + Food Trucks
7:30pm Session Two

Certified CPR Class at Lone Star Cowboy Church
2025-09-27 09:00 - 16:00 | Lone Star Cowboy Church of Ellis County, 1011 E Ovilla Rd, Red Oak, TX,, Red Oak, TX, 75154, United States
Lone Star Cowboy Church is hosting a Certified CPR Class where you can earn your new certification or renew your CPR certification.

To register, call us at 972-576-0900.
Date & Times
Saturday, September 27, 2025Morning Class: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Afternoon Class: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Each class is limited to 15 seats — RSVP is required to attend. Seats are filling quickly!

Cost$60 per person$40 for Lone Star Cowboy Church members – a big discount for learning how to save someone’s life!

PaymentPayment is due the day of the class.Accepted Payments: Cash or CheckMake checks payable to Lone Star Cowboy Church or LSCCWrite “CPR Class” in the memo line

LocationLone Star Cowboy Church1011 E. Ovilla Rd, Red Oak, TX 75154

We will keep an overflow list in case of cancellations and may schedule another class if seats fill up.

Don’t miss this chance to gain life-saving skills — sign up today!

Register Today!

Ovilla Heritage Day - Celebrating 40 Years
2025-09-27 09:00 - 14:00 | Ovilla City Hall Park Grounds, 105 Cockrell Hill, Red Oak, Texas, 75154
OVILLA HERITAGE DAY – CELEBRATING 40 YEARS!
The City of Ovilla is excited to invite every citizen to join us for our 40th Annual Heritage Day Celebration on Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the park grounds behind Ovilla City Hall. This is YOUR day, a chance for the whole community to come together and celebrate the rich heritage, history, and spirit of our small-town Texas home.
🌟 This year’s theme: “Ovilla Small Town – Texas Style”
The celebration kicks off with the Heritage Day Parade at 9:00 a.m., starting at Ovilla Road Baptist Church and ending at the park behind City Hall. Floats, walking groups, motorized units, and more will fill the streets with energy and pride.
Parade entry forms are available now at 👉 https://www.cityofovilla.org/281/Heritage-Day
🎶 Opening ceremonies begin at 9:30 a.m. on the park grounds, featuring a special plane flyover during the National Anthem.
🚒🚓🚑Throughout the day, enjoy exciting displays and demonstrations, including:
– Fire, EMS, and Police vehicle showcases
– Fire Department “Jaws of Life” extrication demo
– CareFlite helicopter landing, take-off, and show & tell
🍔🎤🎪 That’s not all! The grounds will be filled with:
– A wide variety of food trucks & vendors
– Live performances
– A car show
– Petting zoo
– Climbing wall & bounce houses for the kids
– And so much more family fun!
🌟 This year, we are especially proud to recognize Paige Greenberg, who will serve as the 2025 Heritage Day Grand Marshal. Her determination and accomplishments make her a shining example of the Ovilla spirit.
On behalf of the Mayor and City Council, we warmly invite you to be part of this unforgettable day. Bring your family, bring your friends, and let’s celebrate Ovilla’s heritage, together. ❤️
📅 Save the Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025
🕘 Time: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Park grounds behind Ovilla City Hall
👉 Mark your calendars now, and help us make the 40th anniversary of Heritage Day the best one yet!

Fall Fun Festival
2025-09-27 08:30 - 14:30 | Midlothian Civic Center, 224 S 11th St, Midlothian, Texas, 76065
Come out and join us at our annual Fall Fun Festival at the Midlothian Civic Center from 8:30a-2:30p Sat. Sept. 27th! There will be a costume contest (11am) for kids 12 and under, vendors, food, shopping, kids activities (bean bag toss, trick or treating at the vendor booth, face painting) and FUN. This is a FREE family friendly event.
www.icevents.info

4th Annual Oktoberfest Weekend
2025-09-27 | Southern Roots Brewery, 421 S College St., Waxahachie, Texas, 75165
Join us for a weekend of celebration, community, and fun at the 4th Annual Oktoberfest at Southern Roots! Our festivities span three days, packed with events and activities for everyone to enjoy.

Thursday, September 25th: Essential Worker/Industry Night
Friday, September 26th: Kolsch Service Night @ 7PM
Saturday, September 27th: Oktoberfest Extravaganza & Roots and Boots Concert

More Details to Come!!
Don’t miss out on this fantastic celebration of culture, food, and community. Prost!

Hollydays Market of Waxahachie
2025-09-26 09:00 - 2025-09-28 16:00 | Waxahachie Civic Center, 2000 Civic Center Lane, Waxahachie, TX, 75165, United States
Step into “The Way Shopping Should Feel”™ and discover over 130+ small businesses offering one-of-a-kind gifts perfect for every holiday celebration!🎁
🛍️Three days of festive shopping fun await! Grab your girlfriends, mom, or daughter, and make a day of it while supporting amazing small businesses at Hollydays Market of Waxahachie!✨
🎅Be sure to snap a photo with Santa all weekend long!
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‘First Call Shopping’ Hours: Friday 9:00 am-12:00 pm
General Admission Hours: Friday 12:00 pm-5:00 pm | Saturday 9:00 am- 5:00 pm | Sunday 11:00 am-4:00 pm
🎟️’𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥’: $𝟏𝟎 | 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧: $𝟔
Tickets available online or at the door!
👉https://homefortheholidaysgiftmarket.com
12 & under are FREE
Tickets valid for re-admission with wristband & email confirmation!

5th Annual Sporting Clay Classic
2025-09-26 07:00 - 10:00 | Ellis County Sportsman Center, 470 W Sterrett Rd., Waxahachie, Texas, 75167
🎯 Ellis County Sporting Clay Classic 2025
💥 Friday, September 26 | 7:00 AM – Ellis County Sportsman Center | 470 W Sterrett Rd. Waxahachie, Texas, 75167
Lock, load, and hit the range with us for a day of competition, camaraderie, and serious Texas-style fun—all to support the kids and families served by the Ellis County Children’s Advocacy Center.
💣 Whether you’re the sharpest shot in the county or just in it for the fish fry and tunes, there’s a spot for you!
🔥 What to Expect:
🎯 Sporting Clay Tournament
🌯 ☕️ Breakfast tacos and Dutch Bros. coffee provided at check-in
🐟 Fish fry lunch with cold drinks + beer
🎸 Live music during lunch
🔫 His & Hers Gun Raffle – win a custom wrapped pistol or a high-end shotgun
📢 Silent auction
💥 NEW: Lunch-Only Tickets available if you want to skip the shoot but still enjoy the food, music, and raffles
🧢 Bring your best aim—or just your appetite. Either way, it’s all for a cause that matters.
🎟️ Sign up, sponsor, or grab your lunch-only tickets here:
https://www.elliscountycac.org/2025-sporting-clay-classic
#ShootForACause #ClayShoot2025 #EllisCountyEvents #FishFryAndFirepower

Junk In The Trunk
2025-09-20 09:00 - 15:00 | Downtown Waxahachie, Waxahachie, TX, 75165, United States
Junk in the Trunk – A Community Favorite Event!

Date: September 20, 2025 Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Waxahachie Downtown

Join us for the Waxahachie Downtown Merchants Association’s Junk in the Trunk—a community tradition inspired by the European “Boot Sales”! Vendors “purchase” parking spots and transform them into vibrant pop-up shops with tables and tents, offering an eclectic mix of:

Vintage treasures Antiques Handmade creations
Admission is FREE for shoppers—come browse and enjoy the day!
Tickets are only required for vendors wishing to reserve a booth space.Vendor tickets can only be purchased from the event link on this page.

Vendor Details: Booth cost: $40 Spaces are limited and sell out quickly! Vendors must have physical products on-site, ready for sale (no pre-orders or services).Don’t miss this opportunity to shop, sell, and enjoy the fun!

Downtown Waxahachie 3rd Saturday Stroll
2025-09-18 08:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Waxahachie, Waxahachie, TX, 75165, United States
Join the Rogers Street Boutique Babes for 3rd Saturday
************* EVERY MONTH*****************
for FREE Sips & Shopping!
Stop by all 5 participating locations for chance to
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WIN $200 SHOPPING SPREE !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
See any of the 5 stores for a map & details.
