October & November 2019 events
OCTOBER
National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (nationalbreastcancer.org)
October 3, 4, 5, 6
“Wilderness”
Presented by the Temple High School Theatre Arts Department
“Wilderness” is a moving documentary about six teens who deal with various mental illnesses and addictions.
Meridith-Dunbar Auditorium, 1717 E. Avenue J, Temple
8 p.m. Oct. 3, 4 and 5; 2 p.m. Oct. 6
$8 in advance; $10 at the door
CentralTexasTickets.com; ThespiansR.us
254-541-1844
October 5
Spirit of Santa Fe Wine Festival
Sponsored by the Temple Chamber of Commerce
The festival is an introduction to regional wineries, live music, restaurants and artisans.
Santa Fe Plaza, downtown Temple
11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
$25 in advance, $35 at the gate; $75 for VIP
CentralTexasTickets.com
254-773-2105
October 5
Mythical Monster Day
Temple Railroad and Heritage Museum
Put on your best costume and learn about mythical creatures from legends and lore.
315 W. Avenue B, Temple
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Templerrhm.org
254-298-5172
October 5
SPJST Car Show & Czech Heritage Celebration
The 14th annual SPJST Car Show and Czech Heritage Celebration features classic cars, vendor booths, silent auction, kids zone, music and food. Special guest is Miss Texas Chandler Foreman.
Seaton Star Hall
10842 State Highway 53, Temple
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Free
Spjstcarshow.org
254-534-0807
October 5
Barktoberfest
Killeen Parks and Recreation
Bring your furry friend to a day of fun with contests, dog-related vendors, pet adoptions and a swim in the pool at the Family Aquatic Center
Lions Club Park
1600 E. Stan Schlueter Loop, Killeen
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Free
Killeentexas.gov/kpr
254-501-6390
October 5 – November 3
(Each Saturday and Sunday)
6th Annual Pumpkin Patch
Robinson Family Farm
Spend the day making memories searching through a maze, taking a wagon ride, feeding and petting critters, picking out a pumpkin.
3780 White Owl Lane, Temple
10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
$10 (free for children 2 and under)
Therobinsonfamilyfarm.com
254-931-9564
October 10, 12
Fall Footlights, an evening of short plays with desserts and drinks
A collection of one-act plays featuring Temple High School students. Directed by senior Thespian members.
Temple High School Main Cafeteria, 415 N. 31st St., Temple
7 to 9 p.m.
$8 in advance; $10 at the door
CentralTexasTickets.com; thespiansR.us
254-541-1844
October 11 and 12
Salado’s Christmas in October
Unique Christmas decorations, Strolling Style Show displaying seasonal fashions and jewelry from local merchants, food, gifts, home decor specialty items and goodies at the Ladies Auxiliary Bake Sale.
The Venue, 306 College St., Salado
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
$3 per adult
Salado.com/calendar
254-541-6700
October 15
Third Annual Sporting Clay Shoot
Ronald McDonald House Charities
Four-person teams with option to add a fifth. Fee includes ammo, lunch, snacks, drinks, swag bag and 1 ticket raffle. Deadline to enter is Oct. 10.
Weber’s Shooting Range
14757 N. I-35, Troy
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
$150 per person
CentralTexasTickets.com
254-770-0910
October 19, 26 and 27
Tablerock’s Fright Trail
Tablerock Festival of Salado
Written by nationally honored playwright Jackie Mills, Fright Trail is Central Texas’ favorite outdoor gathering and entertainment during Halloween. The trail is transformed into a panorama of the best literary achievements, including Frankenstein, Dracula and The Raven. There is a festive and lighted area with fairies, elves and the like for the younger set.
Tablerock Amphitheater, Salado
6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
$5 adults; $3 children (12 and under)
CentralTexasTickets.com
254-947-9205
October 20
Fall Festival
Saint Stephen Catholic Church
Barbecue plates and other foods, plus games for all ages, music and live/silent auction
5741 Thomas Arnold Road, Salado
10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saintstephenchurch.org
254-760-0046
October 26
Haunted Hayride
Temple Parks and Recreation
Reuben D. Talasek Bend of the River Park, 7915 S. General Bruce Drive, Temple
Family friendly hayrides from 3-5 p.m.; “Haunted” hayrides from 6-10 p.m.
$5 for Family friendly; $7 in advance, $9 at the gate for “Haunted”
Templeparks.com
254-298-5733
October 26
Killeen Fall Festival
Presented by Connell and Associates
Food, music and family activities
3106 S. WS Young Drive, Killeen
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Connellbhs.com
254-628-0056
October 29
35th Annual Military Appreciation Luncheon
Temple Chamber of Commerce, American Legion Post 133, HEB
Salute to military past, present and future. Guest speaker is Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush.
Mayborn Civic and Convention Center, 3303 N. Third St., Temple
11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m.
$25
Templechamber.com
254-773-2105
NOVEMBER
National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month (alz.org)
November 1
Fisher House Event
Sponsored by Extraco Banks
Special event benefiting the Fort Hood Fisher House, which provides housing for families of Darnall Medical Center patients.
Music provided by DJ Doctor J
1002 W. Central Texas Expy., Killeen
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Extracobanks.com
254-200-3600
November 2
Holiday Craft Bazaar
Immanuel Lutheran Church
Shop early for unique hand crafted gift items from various vendors and participants. Quilt raffle, sweet shop, homemade soups and sandwiches, baby gifts, toys, home decor, jewelry, world market.
3801 Cunningham Road, Killeen
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Killeenimmanuel.com
254-680-5258
November 2
26th Annual Craft Show
St. Luke Parish Women’s Society
There will be a variety of vendors, a bake sale and food trucks.
2807 Oakdale, Temple
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the parish hall.
254-541-1884
November 2
Part of the Art Day
Temple Railroad and Heritage Museum
Get in touch with your inner artist. Explore different types of art styles and make some of your own.
315 W. Avenue B, Temple
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Templerrhm.org
254-298-5172
November 2
Dia De Los Muertos
Temple Parks and Recreation
Family-friendly celebration with food, music, performances and crafts.
Wilson Park Recreation Center
2205 Curtis B. Elliott Drive, Temple
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Templeparks.com
254-298-5740
November 15-17
Second annual “Yuletide Tour of Homes”
Temple Children’s Museum
Five holiday decorated homes in the Temple/Belton area will be open for touring all three days. Two other events are available to attend: Jingle Mingle, cocktail party Friday evening at a sixth bonus house and Fa La La Lunch Saturday. All proceeds benefit the museum.
$25 to tour homes all three days;
$35 tour and “Fa La La Luncheon”; $50 tour, luncheon and “Jingle Mingle Cocktail Party”
CentralTexasTickets.com; Templechildrensmuseum.org
254-541-5732; 254-307-8456
November 21
2019 Altrusa Taste of the Holidays Luncheon and Style Show
Altrusa’s annual fundraiser supports the organization’s service projects and scholarship programs. See the latest fashions and enjoy a spectacular lunch prepared and served by the club’s members.
Registration now available.
Frank W. Mayborn Civic and Convention Center
3303 N. Third St., Temple
Early registration (by Nov. 1) is $40 per person, $320 for table of eight.
Late registration (Nov. 2-11) is $45 per person, $360 for table of eight.
altrusatemple.org
Altrusa International of Temple
254-984-2304
