Headliners Announced for Upcoming Music Festivals!

Happy HumpDay! Hopefully you have enjoyed the beautiful weather the past few days, but there is some rain in the forecast for the rest of the week. It’s beginning to look a lot more like Spring around with the increasing rain chances and warmer weather! Lets hop to todays edition!

In todays edition: 

• TangleFoot Music & BBQ Festival Announces Lineup

• Central Texas State Fair Announces Concert Lineup

• Early Voting Began Yesterday

🎶 Tanglefoot Music & BBQ Festival Debuts in Temple – Sept. 12–13

Temple is set to host the inaugural Tanglefoot Music & BBQ Festival this fall, a two-day celebration of live country music and bold barbecue flavors. The event will take place on September 12–13 at the MLK Festival Grounds, located at 301 S 4th Street in downtown Temple.

🎤 Music Lineup Highlights:

• Parker McCollum – Headlining the festival with music from his upcoming album.

• Cody Jinks – Touring in support of his latest album, Change the Game.

• Robert Earl Keen – Known as the "Godfather of Texas Country Music."

• Randy Rogers Band – Celebrating their 25th anniversary.

• Mark Chesnutt, Jack Ingram, Corey Kent, The Wilder Blue, and many more.

More than 20 country and Americana acts will perform across two outdoor stages, with a strong emphasis on Texas artists.

🍖 Barbecue Experience:

Festivalgoers will get a taste of barbecue styles from across the country, including Texas, Kansas City, Memphis, and Carolina, all crafted by top-tier pitmasters.

Tickets go on sale Friday! Get them HERE!

Central Texas State Fair Announces Lineup

The Central Texas State Fair announced the concert lineup earlier this week! Tickets will go on sale soon, but until then, here is the lineup for this year:

Early Voting Began Yesterday for Area Elections

Yesterday, early voting began in both Temple & Belton. Find out more information below about the specific locations:

Temple Residents:

Early Voting for the 2025 Temple City Council District 1 election kicks off tomorrow, Tuesday, April 22, at the TISD Administration Building (401 Santa Fe Way).

 Early Voting Schedule

• Tuesday, April 22 – Friday, April 25: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

• Monday, April 28 and Tuesday, April 29: 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.

For more information, click here!

Belton Residents:

Early voting will take place at City Hall (Conference Room), 333 Water Street on the following dates:

• Tuesday, April 22 – Friday, April 25: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

• Monday, April 28 and Tuesday, April 29: 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.

For more information, click here!

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Events this week:

• Kids Movie Night: The Lorax - April 23

  • Location: Treno Pizzeria & Taproom

• Belton Hype Social - April 23

  • Location: The Beltonian Theater

  • Description: Connect with fellow young professionals, enjoy meaningful conversations and experience a fun evening of networking in a unique and historic setting.

• Business After Hours - April 24 5:00-7:00 PM

  • Location: Wilson Valley Mercantile

  • Description: Business After Hours is an opportunity for Temple Chamber Members to develop new business relationships in a relaxed, social environment by joining other busy professionals after hours. This even will be full of fun, food, and networking!

• 5th Annual Celebrity Host Dinner - April 24 5:00-8:00 PM INFO

  • Location: Azalee Marshall Cultural Activities Center

  • Description: Join us for a fun night supporting the museum at the 5th Annual Celebrity Host Dinner. This year’s theme: your favorite childhood cartoon! Call the museum to reserve your cartoon today.

    Dress up, decorate, and compete for trophies including Best Costume, Best Decorated Table, Best Overall, and the coveted Traveling Trophy for the table that raises the most money.

• HERPS Exotic Reptile & Animal Show - April 26 & 27

  • Location: Cadence Bank Center

  • Description: Join us for thousands of reptiles, amphibians, small mammals, and supplies at huge discounts! Enjoy hands-on learning, meet top breeders, and explore amazing animals.

• Airplanes & Coffee - April 26 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

  • Location: Draughon-Miller Central Texas Regional Airport

  • Description: This exciting event is open to everyone in the community—you don’t need to be a pilot to enjoy the experience. Whether you’re curious about aviation, looking for a unique outing with the family, or just want to see some cool planes up close, Airplanes & Coffee is the perfect way to spend your Saturday.

• Fused Glass Garden Snakes - April 26 10:00 AM-12:00 PM INFO

  • Location: Cultural Activities Center

  • Description: Fused glass is an art form that involves melting glass in a kiln to create various shapes and effects. Learn about the basic techniques, such as fusing, slumping and casting. In this class you will create a garden snake. A perfect addition to your spring garden or Mother’s Day gift for mothers who love their yard!

• Wind & Wine Paint/Craft Party - April 26 2:00-4:00 PM

  • Location: Dancing Bee Winery

  • Description: The ultimate paint and craft party. Create a wind chime or paint your own masterpiece.

• 6th Annual 3 Texans Crawfish Boil - April 26 3:00-6:00 PM

  • Location: 3 Texans Winery

  • Description: 4 food packages available with wine specials and live music! INFO & TICKETS

Live Music!

Friday, April 25

Craig Howell with Somewhere in Texas Band | Bo’s Barn Dance Hall | 8:00 PM INFO

Lacey Sturm - Acoustic Set | Schoepf’s Backyard | 6:00 PM TICKETS!

Rosenthal Parkway Band | Bird Creek Brewing | 7:00-10:00 PM

Saturday, April 26

Marcus Lindsey | Bo’s Barn Dance Hall | 9:00 PM INFO

Jody Dominguez & the Stateline Band | Johnny’s Steakhouse and Bar-Be-Que | 3:00 PM

To get your events added, please email us at [email protected]!