Events in December & January
DECEMBER 2022
Nov. 26-Dec. 3
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Christmas on the Farm
Pumpkins, photos, people! You won’t want to miss the excitement of the farm all decked out for fall! Join us for all our farm favorites — petting area, feed the animals, jump pillow, Enchanted Forest Playground, Treasure Island Sandpit. Add photo ops, pick your own pumpkin (or choose one from the barn) and crafts and you are set for a great family day!
Slice of Heaven Educational Farm
17851 FM 1123, Holland
254-220-3734
Dec. 1
7-11 p.m.
Christmas Tour Christian Music Concert
Aaron Williams Music, Davy Flowers, John Marc Kohl, Shane & Shane in performance.
Harris Creek Baptist Church
401 Stageline Drive, McGregor
www.bandsintown.com
Dec. 2
6-10 p.m.
Sarah Burton Duo
A voice that draws you in to her compelling narratives, conveying equal amounts of yearning, vulnerability, innocence, and hard-earned wisdom…compare her to the likes of Shawn Colvin, Emmylou Harris, Nanci Griffith, and even rockers like Tom Petty.
Fire St. Pizza
10310 FM 439, Belton
www.sarahburtonmusic.com
Dec. 2-10
7-9 p.m.
30th Annual Performance of “A Christmas Carol”
Tablerock Festival of Salado presents 30th annual performances of “A Christmas Carol” Dec. 2, 3, 9 and 10. Adapted for the stage by Harry Sweet and directed by Thom Wilson, the Tablerock production of “A Christmas Carol” is the wonderful tale of the transformation of Scrooge from a miserly old skinflint into a caring and giving soul — told in drama as Dickens wrote it. This is a Central Texas holiday tradition. Come see the story and easily get the Christmas spirit which will last throughout the year. God bless us everyone! Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for students and $5 for children (12 and under).
Tablerock Amphitheater
409 Royal St., Salado
centraltexastickets.com
Dec. 3
Noon-4 p.m.
Terry McBride: Chisholm Trail Christmas Ball
McBride & The Ride Country Music
Bell County Expo Center
301 W. Loop 121, Belton
www.bandsintown.com
Dec. 3
8 a.m.-noon
Jingle Bell Dash
Come celebrate the holiday season with us at the Jingle Bell Dash 5K. This race is part of the Centex Race Series. All runners will receive points and we will award first-, second- and third-place medals for each female/male age group and female/male overall winners. Packets may be picked up ahead of race day from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Dec. 1 & 2 at the Family Recreation Center, 1700 E Stan Schlueter Loop, Killeen. T-shirts guaranteed to the first 200 runners. Race-day registration and packet pick-up will be from 7-7:45 a.m. at the race site on race morning. Tickets $25.
Killeen Community Center/Andy K Wells Hike & Bike Trail
2201 E. Veterans Memorial Blvd., Killeen
runsignup.com
Dec. 3
9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Salado Historical Society’s Christmas Tour of Homes
Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 when purchased on day of tour Tickets on sale on the day of event, Salado Public Library, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pre-purchased tickets can visit the following homes in any order they choose: 1) 335 College Hill Drive 2) Rose Mansion 903 Roseway Drive 3) 313 Home Place Lane 4) 310 Van Bibber Road 5) 1217 Ambrose Drive 6) Historic cabins behind Salado ISD red brick building on Main.
Salado Library
1151 N. Main St., Salado
centraltexastickets.com
Dec. 3
8 p.m.-noon
Trey Yenger Music: Trey Yenger LIVE
Trey Yenger Music offers a wide variety of musical genres. His covers are a collection of some of the greatest songs across many decades and just about every genre and his originals are a perfect blend of Folk, Americana and Bluegrass. He has opened for national acts such as Jake Worthington, Doug Moreland and Bleu Edmondson just to name a few. Trey plays the guitar fantastically and has done so for 25 years. He brings to the table great melody along with comedy and unmatched vocals. He always puts on a good show when he plays. From John Denver to Halsey, no genre is taboo for Trey and he is a great blend of fun and talent.
Salado Lone Star Winery & Chupacabra Craft Beer
401 S. Main St. #105, Salado
www.bandsintown.com
Dec. 8-19
7:30-10 p.m.
Elf the Musical
Elf is the hilarious tale of Buddy, a young orphan child who mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported back to the North Pole. Unaware that he is human, Buddy’s enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa’s permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father, discover his true identity, and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. This modern-day Christmas classic is sure to make everyone embrace their inner Elf.
Tickets $14-$20
Temple Civic Theatre
2413 S. 13th St., Temple
centraltexastickets.com
Dec. 9-10
6-10 p.m.
Holly Tucker
American country music singer and multi-instrumentalist from Lorena who starred on Season 4 of television series The Voice. Tucker participated in Waco’s newest tourism ambassadorship program launched in August 2018 titled “What Is with the Pineapple” where local residents danced and sang on Austin Avenue in Downtown Waco. The video launched on Aug. 22 in which Tucker sang about various things to do and see while visiting Waco.
The Beltonian Theatre
219 E. Central Ave., Belton
www.bandsintown.com
Dec. 10
8 a.m.-noon
Killeen Half MaraFUN
Join Killeen Recreation Services in the first Half Marathon in the 2022 Centex Race Series. All runners will receive points and we will award first-, second- and third-place medals for each female/male age group and female/male overall winners. We are now offering race-day registration! Prices go up $5 on race morning. Tickets $75.
Heritage Oaks Hike & Bike Trail
8001 Pyrite Drive, Killeen
runsignup.com
Dec. 10
5-9 p.m.
Joyce Spencer: Christmas in Killeen
Joyce Spencer will be a special guest for the anticipated Christmas celebration in Killeen with scenery celebrating Christmas with special scenery and instrumental and vocal music. As an award-winning saxophonist, flutist and vocalist from Dallas, Joyce covers the gamut of musical influence, style and genre from traditional to contemporary jazz and classical to R&B, funk, fusion, blues, pop and Gospel/Christian.
Phantom Warrior Center
Building 194, 37th St., Fort Hood
www.bandsintown.com
Dec. 16
6-10 p.m.
Easy Trouble Duo
We’re taking the duo show to Firestreet Pizza in Belton. Come and get some delicious pizza and a cold libation and join us for some rock and roll! Duo ~ Americana, Roots Music, Rock and Roll.
Fire St. Pizza
10310 FM 439, Belton
www.bandsintown.com
Dec. 17
7-11 p.m.
Calvin Richardson: Southern Soul Music Festival
Calvin Richardson is a national singer, songwriter, and entertainer who delights fans and has a significant market presence and high demand. In additional to his own legacy of successful albums and chart-topping singles, he has written and worked with multi-platinum, platinum, and gold hit singles for many of the music industry’s top recording artists including Charlie Wilson, Angie Stone, Joe, Raphael Saadiq.
Bell County Expo Center
301 W. Loop 121, Belton
www.bandsintown.com
Dec. 17
9-11 a.m.
Breakfast with the Grinch
Oh, what fun! Join the Grinch for breakfast! Photos with the Grinch, make a Grinch craft, get a temporary tattoo, FREE cup of feed for the animals, access to the jump pillow, playground and petting area. Tickets: $20 per person
Slice of Heaven Educational Farm
17851 FM 1123, Holland
254-220-3734
Dec. 19-20
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Christmas Camp
Hey Mom, need some extra time before the holidays to prepare for the festivities? Go shopping? Visit with guests? Send your kids to our Christmas camps! We will keep them plenty busy with all the farm fun. They will even make giftable crafts to give to family members of their choosing. Each day will have a different focus. Sign up for 1 day or more! Tickets $75.
Slice of Heaven Educational Farm
17851 FM 1123, Holland
254-220-3734
Dec. 30
7-11 p.m.
Treble Soul Live
In July 2014, Hannah and Curt left Nashville to return to Texas. It was meant to be a short vacation. However, a combination of homesick blues and news of their first baby led the couple to make their vacation permanent. Soon, Treble Soul was a force of Texas Country. In addition to playing live shows every week, Treble Soul won the local level of the Country Showdown in 2014. They were featured on the first edition of Celebrity Undercover Boss in 2017, and they were named the Texas Country Music Association’s Vocal Duo of the Year in 2018. They currently reside in Central Texas with their two beautiful daughters.
Fuzzy’s Taco Shop
Suite 100-120
7425 W. Adams Ave., Temple
www.bandsintown.com
JANUARY 2023
Jan. 6
6-10 p.m.
Ella Reid
The music of Ella is an electric cacophony with crossover appeal mixed with her Alt Pop, Country, Folk influences. She is armed with bold lyrics that are relatable and genuinely stick in the brain. Ella’s ability to weave a story through song is her distinct talent. Quitting her creative job in San Francisco to pursue her full-time dream of being a singer/songwriter in Austin. Ella is now known as a dynamic power player in the Austin scene and a performing powerhouse on stage. Never looking back, Ella is set to continue her take over and she puts down music that can’t be easily compared to anyone working today. Her latest release, Big Girl Pants, is a perfect introduction to Ella’s world and unique musical vision. She easily blends pop melodies with country sounds, storytelling and the drive and glamour of rock and roll, giving fans songs they just can’t stop singing. Her writing is more hook-and-melody heavy that rings of ever-evolving lyrical vibe and tends to be more positive and upbeat than most of her peers.
Fire St. Pizza
10310 FM 439, Belton
www.bandsintown.com
Jan. 13
7-11 p.m.
Garrett Smith
Texas Country/Southern Rock artist Great (x5) nephew of Alamo Col. William B. Travis.
The Beltonian Theatre
219 E. Central Ave., Belton
garrettsmithmusic.com
Jan 14
7:30-11:30 p.m.
35 Drive
Pushing out a healthy balance of Country-infused Rock, 35 Drive bursts with energy on stage. Their raw magnetic energy is evident both on stage and on record.
American Legion Post 55
101 W. Avenue A, Belton
www.bandsintown.com
Jan. 22
2-4 p.m.
Play Reading Book Club
Read and discuss scripts. Discuss the plot, themes, characters, situations, playwright, social significance, history of production and commentary/criticism of the show. This month’s topic is God of Carnage.
Temple Civic Theatre
2413 S. 13th St., Temple
centraltexastickets.com
Jan. 28
8-11 a.m.
Polar Bear Plunge 5K
The Annual Polar Bear 5K, part of the Centex Race Series, will be held at the Copperas Cove City Park. Start and finish will be at the City Park Pool. Afterward, runners are invited to take a plunge into the City Park Pool for the Annual Polar Bear Plunge and participate in the belly flop and treading water contest. Tickets $20.
Copperas Cove City Park
1206 W Avenue B, Copperas Cove
runsignup.com
Jan. 28
Ella Reid
The music of Ella is an electric cacophony with crossover appeal mixed with her Alt Pop, Country, Folk influences. She is armed with bold lyrics that are relatable and genuinely stick in the brain.
Moose & Goose Winery
6300 Middle Road, Suite B, Temple
www.bandsintown.com
