Waco National Night Out Plans Citywide Crime Prevention Events October 7

The Waco Police Department is gearing up for National Night Out on October 7, 2025, with block parties and neighborhood gatherings aimed at strengthening community ties and promoting safety across the city. Meanwhile, the 2025 Waco Heart O’ Texas Fair has opened at the Extraco Events Center, featuring food trucks, carnival rides, and live rodeo competitions that offer prize money and scholarship opportunities for Texas youth. The fair is expected to draw over 200,000 attendees and generate more than $70 million in economic impact. Additionally, Waco offers a variety of cultural and entertainment events including concerts, local music performances, and film screenings at venues like the Waco Hippodrome Theatre and Baylor University. For those interested in local history and seasonal festivities, Historic Waco is presenting an 1890s murder mystery event titled "Cotton King's Demise" to celebrate the spooky season. These events highlight the vibrant community life and cultural offerings available in Waco this October.