Cameron Park
416-acre urban oasis with 20+ miles of trails, a disc golf course, and a breathtaking cliff view from Lover's Leap.
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River District
Waco · Jul 25–26
24 free moves in Waco this weekend: Jul 25–26
A weekend shortlist for Waco, Jul 25–26: verified events, food, neighborhoods, and easy plan pairings.
Updated Saturday, July 25 · event dates verified when shown
Texas Music Cafe
Intimate, studio-style Texas music sessions put you in the live audience for a real taping.
Local pickTheaters and music
Silo District
Lake Waco Wetlands
Birdsong, boardwalks, and quiet water views make this one of Waco’s best low-key nature resets.
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Parks and outdoors
Brazos Park East
Paved riverside trail with fishing docks, disc golf, and stunning views of the Brazos River.
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25th Street Corridor
Tru Jamaica
A downtown favorite for **jerk chicken** and Jamaican flavors you won’t find everywhere in Texas.
Local pickFood and drink
Elm Avenue District
Mayborn Museum Complex
The best all-ages mix of Texas history, science, and hands-on exhibits in one big Baylor museum.
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Baylor University Area
Doris D Miller Park
A park honoring the first African-American to win the Navy Cross
Local pickParks and outdoors
River District
Magnolia Market at the Silos
Stunning industrial-chic home goods and exclusive Chip & Joanna Gaines merchandise inside converted silos.
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Silo District
Waco Hippodrome Theatre
Historic downtown stage for comedy, concerts, and Broadway-style shows under one roof.
Local pickTheaters and music
Silo District
The Texas Collection
One of the largest archives of Lone Star State history, featuring millions of photos, maps, and volumes.
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Baylor University Area
Waco Suspension Bridge
Walk the city’s most photogenic historic bridge for Brazos River views and easy downtown access.
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River District
Paul Quinn College site
The historic site of Paul Quinn College, a pioneering pioneer educational institution for former slaves, has been trans…
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Elm Avenue District
Cameron Park Trail System
Explore the Cameron Park Trail System, a multi-use National Recreation Trail in Waco featuring approximately 26 miles o…
Local pickParks and outdoors
Cameron Park
Waco Ale Company
Relaxing downtown spot with unique local flavors like 7th Day IPA and Waco Kid in cans to-go.
Local pickBrewery Distillery
Silo District
Homestead Heritage
An agrarian- and craft-based intentional Christian community featuring a 550-acre farm and a Craft Village showcasing a…
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Museums
Mammoth Site
A preserved excavation site where 23 mammoths and other prehistoric mammals were discovered.
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Waco Mammoth National Monument
Downtown Waco
A mix of under-the-radar boutiques, antique stores, and laid-back hangouts.
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Waco Downtown Cultural District
Waco Visitor Center
A convenient spot right next to the Rangers museum to get information on local activities.
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Landmarks
Armstrong Browning Library
A stunning Italian Renaissance library housing the world's largest collection of works by Robert and Elizabeth Barrett Browning.
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Baylor University Area
Magnolia Market
A revitalized marketplace featuring shops, a restored church, and the famous silos.
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Silo District
Austin Avenue historic corridor
A historic downtown Waco thoroughfare established in 1849, featuring a diverse mix of 20th-century architectural styles…
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History
Praetorian Building
A historic seven-story skyscraper in Waco, designed in the Chicago School style, that survived the catastrophic 1953 to…
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Austin Avenue District
Lover’s Leap
A breathtaking, high-altitude outlook in Cameron Park, offering expansive views of the Brazos River and the Waco countr…
Local pickViewpoints
Cameron Park
Baylor University Campus
Explore the sprawling 1,000-acre campus of Baylor University, the oldest continually operating university in Texas, nes…
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Baylor University Area
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