Events
What's Coming Up
Set deep in Central Texas along the historic Texas Forts Trail, there is always a reason to gather in Brownwood. The community's events calendar highlights local heritage, seasonal celebrations, and long-standing traditions, featuring signature happenings like the Spring Art Stomp, Brown County Rodeo, Heartland Hot Rod Run, Corks & Caps, the Feels Like Home Festival, and Christmas Under the Stars weekend. Find your pace, explore what's coming up, and step into a town that naturally feels like home.
Events
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11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Preschool STEAM
Brownwood Community Library
Preschool STEAM is for preschool kids ages 3-6 years old.
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Ribbon cutting for Rotary
Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce, 600 E Depot St, Brownwood TX 76801, US
5:00 – 8:00 PM
The Pumpkin Patch Express
Lehnis Railroad Museum and Visitor Center
Get ready for a cozy, fall evening at the Pumpkin Patch Express! Join us at the Martin and Frances Lehnis Railroad Museum on October 29th from 5 PM to 8 PM for an evening filled with family fun and fall vibes. Hop on our mini train for a festive pumpkin patch ride. Feel free to wear your costumes, but please ensure they won’t get caught in the rails. We’ll have a photo op to capture all the memories. 🍂🎃🚂 We can’t wait to see you for a memorable fall night!
6:30 – 8:30 PM
Truth-Seekers Thursday: Halloween: Costumes Versus Everyday Masks
GRASSROOTS LOUNGE
A weekly gathering for curious minds. Free discussion at Grassroots Lounge.
7:00 – 10:00 PM
Play Pokémon
R&R Cards and Games
Pokémon Trainers of all experience levels are invited to join Thursday Night Play Pokémon at R&R Cards and Games. Players can bring their decks, battle fellow trainers, trade cards, and enjoy a fun, welcoming night with the local Pokémon community. Held every Thursday at 7:00 PM, the event is free to attend with no registration required. New players are welcome, with experienced trainers available to help newcomers learn the game and jump into the action.
7:30 – 10:30 PM
Karaoke Night
Pioneer Tap House
🎤 Karaoke Night at Pioneer TapHouse Grab the mic and let your inner superstar shine during Karaoke Night at Pioneer TapHouse! Whether guests are seasoned performers or first-time singers, everyone is invited to take the stage and belt out their favorite hits. From country classics and rock anthems to pop favorites, Karaoke Night is all about having fun, cheering each other on, and creating unforgettable memories. 🍔 Great Food, Good Friends & Live Entertainment Hosted by Bryan Downs , Karaoke Night offers a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere where everyone can join in on the fun. Pair an evening of music with Pioneer TapHouse’s delicious food, refreshing drinks, and lively community vibe for the perfect Thursday night out with family and friends. 🎟️ Admission & Event Info Karaoke Night takes place every Thursday at Pioneer TapHouse, with singing beginning at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free, and guests of all ages are welcome to sing, listen, or simply enjoy a fun-filled evening of live entertainment. Pick a favorite song, grab the microphone, and get ready for a night to remember!
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
The Culture Edit
We are so excited to bring this amazing opportunity to our community. Please join us as we collaborate with all industries in our area for The Culture Edit. Culture is critical to your profitability. How does your Culture add to your success? Are your team members representing you and your values? Are you attracting new customers? Register for a morning of valuable insight. We look forward to meeting you.
6:00 – 8:00 PM
Howard Payne University Volleyball vs University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Brownwood Coliseum
6:00 – 10:00 PM
325 Haunted House
117 E Adams Street, Brownwood, TX
325 Haunted House Pop-Up Dates: October 16–17 | October 23–24 | October 30–31 Operating Hours: Fridays: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Saturdays: 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM Experience seasonal scares in Downtown Brownwood at the 325 Haunted House pop-up, hosted at its new location on East Adams Street. Located directly behind the post office, this immersive walkthrough attraction features dark corridors, haunting themes, and eerie surprises across three consecutive Friday and Saturday weekends in October. Concessions including popcorn, water, and sodas are available for purchase on site. Event Details Admission: $20 Cash at the door Concessions: Popcorn, water, and sodas available on site Accessibility: Wheelchair and walker accessible layout
7:00 – 10:00 PM
Bobby Brewer
Grassroots Lounge
🎸 Live Music with Bobby Brewer at Grassroots Lounge Grassroots Lounge welcomes Bobby Brewer for a special evening of live music, beginning at 7 p.m. Guests can enjoy acoustic classic Americana in a cozy setting surrounded by good music, good food, good drinks and good company. 🌱 Cozy Music & Community Atmosphere Grassroots Lounge offers a relaxed setting where guests can settle in, listen to live music and enjoy an evening together in Brownwood’s living room. The lounge invites visitors to grab a seat and stay awhile while enjoying its full menu of handcrafted food, cocktails, mocktails, beer, non-alcoholic beer and desserts. 🎟️ Free Admission & Event Info The live music is free to attend, and doors open at 3 p.m. Guests are encouraged to arrive early, grab a seat and enjoy dinner or drinks before the music begins. 🕖 Live music begins at 7 p.m. 🚪 Doors open at 3 p.m. 📍 Grassroots Lounge
8:30 – 10:00 AM
Fishing with a Ranger
Lake Brownwood State Park
Come and learn some new fishing skills with a ranger!
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Halloween Mats & Mimosas with Maggie
The Hideout Golf Club and Resort
Get into the spooky spirit with a Halloween yoga session led by Maggie, followed by lunch and drinks. Join us Saturday, October 31 from 11 AM to 2 PM for $41.25 per person, which includes yoga, lunch, and drinks. Spaces are limited, so RSVP soon.
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Howard Payne University Volleyball vs East Texas Baptist University
Brownwood Coliseum
1:30 – 3:00 PM
Nature Investigator Hike (Reservation Required)
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to help record the biodiversity at our newly acquired property and learn to use citizen science apps that can help you identify plants and wildlife while also aiding the scientific community!
2:30 – 3:45 PM
Reptiles with a Ranger
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to meet some of our native reptiles!
5:00 – 8:00 PM
Halloween on Center Avenue
Center Avenue in Downtown Brownwood
Enhance your downtown Halloween evening along Center Avenue with special festivities hosted by Shaw's Marketplace and Fuzzy's Taco Shop. Running alongside the annual downtown trick-or-treating route, this stop offers activities for all ages, including live music, warm drinks, and pop-up shopping.
5:00 – 8:00 PM
Downtown Brownwood 18th Annual Trick-or-Treat
Downtown Brownwood
Celebrate Halloween in the heart of the city at the 18th Annual Downtown Trick-or-Treating event. Families are invited to stroll through historic Downtown Brownwood for a safe, family-friendly evening of candy and treats provided by participating local shops, eateries, and businesses. Make a full evening of it downtown by pairing trick-or-treating with a live performance as the historic Lyric Theatre will also be presenting its production of Little Shop of Horrors throughout the weekend.