Are you looking for things to do in Waxahachie this weekend, or maybe the week to come?
Here’s your Waxahachie Insider’s list of activities, events and general things to do from November 22-28. 2024.
Main Events
City of Garrett Christmas in the Park
Friday
November 22, 2024
1:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Garrett City Park
208 N Ferris St, Ennis, TX 75119
The City of Garrett is hosting its first citywide Christmas celebration, and you’re invited no matter where you live. What you’ll find: a hot cocoa bar (that alone is worth the drive), vendors, kids activities, and pictures with Santa from 5:00 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.
Festival of Trees
Friday
November 22, 2024
5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Saturday
November 23, 2024
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
First United Methodist Church of Waxahachie
505 W Marvin Ave, Waxahachie, TX 75165
An annual fundraiser benefiting Habitat for Humanity of Ellis County, Festival of Trees is your opportunity to shop for handmade items or bid on all things Christmas, including one of a kind Christmas trees of all sizes. Santa will be available on Saturday morning in the children’s winter wonderland from 9:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m.
Dunn & Brooks – A tribute to Brooks & Dunn
Friday
November 22, 2024
7:00 p.m.
Admission: Tickets start at $15.00
Texas Theater
110 W Main St, Waxahachie, TX 75165
Enjoy ’90s Brooks & Dunn hits including Brand New Man, Boot Scootin’ Boogie, and My Maria, among others with Brooks & Dunn tribute band Dunn & Brooks (yeah I know, it’s a little confusing).
Fish Sticks Comedy Improv
Friday
November 22, 2024
7:30 p.m.
Admission: Tickets start at $15.00 for everyone 13 years old and older; table reservations are $100.00
Union 28
651 Highlander, Midlothian, TX 76065
Enjoy a night of clean, family-friendly laughs with the Fish Sticks Comedy Improv, where the fun is fast, interactive and completely unscripted. The high-energy show is based on your suggestions and is suitable for all ages.
Saturday Adoption Event
Saturday
November 23, 2024
8:00 a.m – 5:00 p.m.
Waxahachie Animal Services Center
191 Lions Park Rd, Waxahachie, TX 75165
The City of Waxahachie Animal Services is once again bending over backwards to help you and the soon-to-be newest addition to your life meet up, exchange information and decide to make it a go. Whether it’s Spunk, the boxer mix; Luna, the shepherd mix; or a black cat named Charlie who just wants to be a small part of your day, there’s someone waiting for you.
See a small sampling of who’s available at the Waxahachie Animal Services Petfinder page. For cats and the rest of the dog candidates, show up on Saturday and check everyone out.
Coleman Junior High Old Fashioned Craft Show
Saturday
November 23, 2024
9:00 a.m – 4:00 p.m.
Admission: $3.00 per person
Coleman Junior High School
1000 N Hwy 77, Waxahachie, TX 75165
An annual craft show that’s popular for its unique Christmas gift offerings, the Coleman Junior High Old Fashioned Craft Show raises money for students who need additional support through the holiday breaks, and proceeds help to replenish the emergency fund reserves for school counselors.
Cats are People Too Adoption Event
Saturday
November 23, 2024 1
2:00 p.m – 3:00 p.m.
Pet Supplies Plus – Waxahachie
791 N Hwy 77 Suite 205, Waxahachie, TX 75165
New Life Cat Rescue has a message for you: cats are people too, and they feel love for their human companions. During the organization’s Thanksgiving pet adoption opportunity this weekend, you can have a new addition for your holiday gathering who promises not to get into a political argument with anyone.
Even It Up – The Ultimate Heart Tribute
Saturday
November 23, 2024
7:00 p.m.
Admission: Tickets start at $20.00
Texas Theater
110 W Main St, Waxahachie, TX 75165
Even It Up is a group of experienced performers that have formed one of the top Heart tributes in the United States. The band stays true to the look and sound of the original rock band with a precision that will take you back to the days when the Wilson sisters threw down some serious Rock n’ Roll.
Hometown Christmas Craft Show
Saturday
November 23, 2024
9:00 a.m – 4:00 p.m.
Admission: from $5.00 for anyone 12 years old and older
Midlothian Conference Center
1 Community Dr, Midlothian, TX 76065
Shop for crafted gift items from more than 100 vendors while enjoying Christmas music and treats, and take pictures with Santa and his spouse.
Grassland Ecosystem Restoration Talk
Monday
November 25, 2024
7:00 p.m.
Admission: free
First United Methodist Church of Waxahachie
505 W Marvin Ave, Waxahachie, TX 75165
Speaker Brandon Belcher, North Texas Preserves Manager for The Nature Conservancy, will discuss the slow process of restoring grassland ecosystems in North Texas. The rebuilding of lost ecosystems takes time but reminds us of the benefits of locally adapted native plants. The presentation will touch on the importance of supporting local wildlife, drought tolerant plants, and sourcing plants adapted to our specific climate, as well as techniques, lessons, and other restoration considerations.
Coming up:
Waxahachie Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony: December 3
Bethlehem Revisited: December 6, 7, 8.
Historic Waxahachie Christmas Tour of Homes: December 14.
I’m putting together a growing list of Christmas activities in the Waxahachie Insider’s Guide to Christmas Events In and Around Waxahachie. Reply back to me if you have an event you’d like to add.
Live Music
Find live music at these venues in and around town.
Union 28
651 Highlander, Midlothian, TX 76065
Saturday
November 23, 2024
7:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
The Droptines with Joint Custody
Genre: Rock, Pop and Country
Admission: $15.00
The Backyard
115 SW Main St, Ennis, TX 75119
Saturday
November 23, 2024
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m
Ronnie Barber
Genre: Country
Admission: free
The Ranch Saloon
5075 S McKinney St, Rice, TX 75155
Saturday
November 23, 2024
8:00 p.m.: Doors Open
9:30 p.m.: Casey Daniels Band
11:00 p.m.: Casey Donahew
Genre: Southern Rock/Country
Admission: $30.00 – $35.00
Railport Brewing Co.
405 W Madison St, Waxahachie, TX 75165
Friday
November 22, 2024
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m Landon Blake
Genre: Country
Admission: free
Saturday
November 23, 2024
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m
Almost Jaded
Genre: Acoustic
Admission: free
Cork House Winery
213 E Main St, Waxahachie, TX 75165
Friday
November 22, 2024
7:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Josh Jaccard
Genre: Rock
Admission: free
Saturday
November 23, 2024
7:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Java Llamas
Genre: Rock covers
Admission: free
B&B Theatres Red Oak 12
615 N Interstate 35 E Rd, Red Oak, TX 75154
Friday
November 22, 2024
6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Grades of Absolute Truth
Genre: Rock, Country, Pop
Admission: free
Saturday
November 23, 2024
6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Teeter Twins
Genre: Country
Admission: free
Bluebonnet Barbecue
3921 S Hwy 287, Waxahachie, TX 75165
Saturday
November 23, 202
8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Cody Mills
Genre: Country, Old Rock
Admission: free
NOTE: Marshall Hinsley d.b.a Waxahachie 360 does his best to reflect accurate times and fees for the events that he lists. However, neither he nor the event hosts are perfect and therefore he is not responsible for inaccuracies, typos, weather delays or cancellations, acts of God, mobs, riots, alien invasions, stock market slumps, unemployment, bratty children, the pollen count, gum getting stuck to your shoe, bad hair days or any other reason for the information failing to be correct. Confirmation of event details is the responsibility of the person who wishes to attend the event or activity. Buyers beware: all transactions are between the buyer and the seller and therefore Marshall Hinsley is of no pertinence to the transaction. Consider this weekly update a sort of suggestion that maybe something is happening, or maybe it’s not. We don’t really know.