Events
Community events, festivals, civic calendar, and local happenings. Latest from Waco News for Waco, Texas.
Recent stories
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Students are talking; Baylor Athletics is listening
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Aug 31 · KXXV
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Games of Texas opening ceremonies kick off at Legends Event Center in Bryan
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After the Houston ICE shooting, Sylvia Garcia demanded answers. Alex Mealer urges patience.
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Waco Indie Film Festival announces 2026 lineup, schedule
Jul 19 · FOX 44
2026 Guide: Waco Independent Film Festival
Jul 16 · KXXV
10th annual Waco Indie Film Festival kicks off this weekend at the Hippodrome
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Waco Pride Network ending after nearly 10 years, Out on the Brazos events canceled
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Frequently asked
Where can I find upcoming Waco, Texas events?
Visit /events for upcoming community events, or fetch /api/events for the live JSON feed.
Does Waco News list festivals and city-sponsored events?
Yes — official city events, school district events, and major community festivals are aggregated and indexed.
How do I submit an event to Waco News?
Email event details to editor@nexcom.media at least 7 days before the event. Include date, time, location, and contact info.
Programmatic
- JSON Feed — filter for "events" category
- Full events archive
- Live briefing JSON
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