Upcoming events in October, November & December 2024

OCTOBER 2024

OCTOBER 4
46th Temple Harley Drags
13314 State Highway 95, Holland
Motorcycle lovers rejoice! This event is the oldest Harley drag race in Texas. It includes motorcycle-related vendors, live music and drag races.

Ribs & Rods
7915 South General Bruce Drive, Temple
This event, which supports the local Ronald McDonald House, includes live music, classic and custom cars and barbecue. Visit ribsandrods.org for more information.

OCTOBER 5
Sixth Annual Rockin for Youth
Schoepf’s BBQ is hosting its sixth annual Rockin for Youth at 5 p.m., benefiting the Clements Boys and Girls Club, the Belton Tiger Athletic Booster Club and the Lake Belton Athletic Booster Club. Performers include Infinite Journey, High N Dry and Scratch 3.

October Fest
201 VFW Drive, Harker Heights
The Harker Heights VFW is hosting October Fest with live music, beer and German food.

OCTOBER 5-6
Giganticon
3601 South W.S. Young Drive, Killeen
Meet celebrity guests, artists and creators, and experience the joy of cosplay from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Giganticon at the Killeen Civic and Conference Center. Visit giganticon.com for more information.

OCTOBER 12
Harvest Market at the Depot
203 North East Street, Belton
Whether you’re searching for the perfect gift, craving some homemade goodies, looking for fall décor or simply want to soak in the autumn vibes, check out Harvest Market at the Depot from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Steak, Stein and Wine Festival
102 East First Street, Cameron
The Cameron Chamber of Commerce is hosting its annual Steak, Stein and Wine Festival, with New York Strip steak dinners provided by 44 Farms. The event includes vendors, wind, beer and cocktails.

OCTOBER 13
Painting Pumpkins with Goats
7536 FM Road 2409, Temple
Drink wine and paint a wooden pumpkin, while playing with baby goats from 1:30 to 3 p.m.

St. Joseph Fest-of-All
2903 East Rancier Avenue, Killeen
St. Joseph Catholic Church is hosting its annual Fest-of-All event from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The annual event includes food, entertainment, a children’s area, live auction and much more.

OCTOBER 18-19
Rocky Horror Shadow Cast at The Beltonian
219 East Central Avenue, Belton
The Beltonian will host its annual Rocky Horror Shadow Cast performances at 8 p.m. and 11:59 p.m. each day.

OCTOBER 25
TAMUCT PD Haunted Hayride
1001 Leadership Place, Killeen
Texas A&M University – Central Texas Police Department is hosting a haunted hayride from 7-9 p.m. The event is free, but they ask participants to bring a new, unwrapped toy in support of the Big Love Cancer Care organization.

OCTOBER 26
Barrow Barktoberfest 2024
108 Royal Street, Salado
Barrow Brewing Company is hosting its canine-themed Oktoberfest, featuring dog-centric vendors, a dog costume contest, games, music and drinks, beginning at 11 a.m.

Downtown Belton’s Candy Trail 2024
Downtown Belton
Downtown Belton’s 10th annual Candy Trail is an alternate and safe way to celebrate Halloween, with downtown businesses passing out candy to children from 4-6 p.m. Put on your costumes and have a great time.

NOVEMBER 2024

NOVEMBER 1-2
St. Nicholas Market
300 North Main Street, Temple
Christ Episcopal Church is hosting its annual St. Nicholas Market from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 1-2. The annual event includes more than 70 local artisans and proceeds continue to help local non-profits.

NOVEMBER 2
Harker Heights Dia De Muertos Festival
400 Millers Crossing, Harker Heights
Harker Heights is hosting Dia De Muertos from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., honoring the lives of those who have passed away, while also celebrating the rich traditions of Mexican culture.

NOVEMBER 8-10
Scottish Gathering & Highlands Games
423 South Main Street, Salado
The 63rd annual event includes all things Scottish – food, music, dancing and a lot of kilts. Visit saladomuseum.org/Scottish-gathering-and-highland-games for more information and tickets.

NOVEMBER 9
NOVEMBER 16
Belton Market Days Fall Market
Downtown Belton
Belton Market Days Fall Market returns for another year of food, fun and handmade crafts, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

DECEMBER 2024

DECEMBER 7
Yuleaween in Killeen
Killeen Civic & Conference Center
Killeen is celebrating Halloween and Christmas with its Yuleaween in Killeen event, featuring a host of local vendors selling creepy-cool and holly-jolly creations. Hours are noon to 8 p.m.