What’s Happening in April and May
APRIL
APRIL 3-7
Texas Packard Meet
The 46th annual Texas Packard Meet will once again be hosted in Salado. The antique vehicles will be on display daily along the banks of Salado Creek. The event will include live music, along with vendors selling food and craft beer.
APRIL 5
Flavors of Central Texas
Sample a wide range of Texas flavors during this culinary journey at the Killeen Special Events Center. The event will be held from 4-7 p.m.
APRIL 10-13
Spring Music Festival
The Spring Music Festival, hosted by Central Texas State Fair, will include four nights of comedy and live music. The event kicks off with Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias at 7:30 p.m., April 10. The 2000s rock band All-American Rejects will perform at 7 p.m., April 11. Icons of rock-and-roll music, Kansas and 38 Special will perform at 7 p.m., April 12. The event will conclude with country music artist Warren Zeiders at 7 p.m., April 13. For additional information, visit www.centraltexasstatefairspringmusicfest.com.
APRIL 12
Casey Donahew
Country musician Casey Donahew will perform at Johnny’s Bar-Be-Que in Salado at 6 p.m.
APRIL 18-19
Crawfish Boil
Bold Republic Brewing Company will host a crawfish boil beginning at noon both days, until they sell out.
APRIL 19
Spring Market Day
Discover Downtown Belton will host its Spring Market Day from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in downtown Belton. The popular event includes live entertainment, vendors, local crafters and artisans.
APRIL 24-26
NFLCC Fishing Lure & Tackle Show
Celebrating its 20th anniversary, the National Fishing Lure Collector’s Club will host the Region 8, Temple, Texas, NFLCC Fishing Lure & Tackle Show at the VFW Post 1820 in Temple. A silent auction will be held on Thursday and Friday at Best Western Inn Suites. The show and live auction will be at the VFW Post 1820 building.
MAY
MAY 3
Centex Salsa & Queso Festival
The League of United Latin American Citizens Council 4971 will host the Centex Salsa and Queso Festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Whistle Stop Park in downtown Temple. The free event will include a salsa competition, live music, food trucks, vendors and a Chihuahua dress up contest.
Craft & Artisan Market
Enjoy a free indoor market with more than 30 local vendors during Killeen’s Craft & Artisan Market, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Killeen Arts and Activities Center.
Josh Meloy
Country musician Josh Meloy will perform at Johnny’s Bar-Be-Que in Salado at 6 p.m.
MAY 10
Central Texas Asian Pacific Festival
Celebrate Asian Pacific Heritage Month during a special event showcasing live performances by Asian and Pacific Islander artists. The event, held from noon to 6 p.m. in downtown Killeen, will include vendors and unique traditions found in the diverse cultures.
MAY 16
Shawn Colvin
Three-time Grammy winner Shawn Colvin will be performing at 7:30 p.m. at the Temple Cultural Activities Center.
Rucks on Main
The Rucks on Main annual Memorial Day 10K Ruck March will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Santa Fe Plaza in downtown Temple. This event is open to anyone wanting to support a worthy cause. Ruckers are asked to carry up to 40 lbs of nonperishable food items to be donated to Operation Feeding Temple. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. at the Santa Fe Plaza.
Look for more upcoming events and ticket information at CentralTexasTickets.com.
