Thanksgiving week in Waco typically offers beautiful weather and chance to plan something outdoors for the family. Waco Moms has curated a list of Thanksgiving Weekend Activities in Waco to help you prepare for a fun filled holiday weekend everyone can enjoy.
Waco Turkey Trot
Start Thanksgiving morning as a family by running or walking in the annual Waco Turkey Trot. This family-friendly race offers a 5 K, a one-mile run, and a pie eating contest. The Annual Waco Turkey Trot trail also runs along the Brazos River that is lined with beautiful, Texas Style fall foliage.
Location: Indian Spring Park, Waco, TX
Date & Time: Thursday, November 27, 2025, 8 AM
Admission: $50 adults, $25 kids under 12
Homestead Fair
The Homestead Fair in Waco, Texas is one of the most fun holiday activities in Waco. The Homestead Fair offers an entire weekend of activities. Hand-weave a basket, build a birdhouse, or make hands-on crafts for adults and kids. Enjoy live concerts, a petting zoo, and tasty array of the culinary choices.
Location: 747 Dry Creek Road, Waco, TX 76705
Date & Time: Friday & Saturday, November 28th & 29th, 9 am – 9 pm | Sunday, November 30th, 12 pm – 5 pm
Admission: FREE | Buy a Parking Pass
Magnolia Christmas at the Silos Begins
The Silos at Magnolia will be lit up with beautiful Christmas Lights and will the backdrop of events, crafts, shopping, and food. Grab a coffee at Magnolia Press, cupcakes at Magnolia Bakery, and let the kids play on the lawn with games and room to run. Stroll through the garden and shop at the craftsman, furniture, and accessory stores that line the landscape.
Buy a ticket to take a photo with Santa and enjoy festive surprises throughout the grounds.
Location: 601 Webster Ave. Waco, TX 76706
Date & Time: Friday, November 28th Grounds & Shops will have extended hours and open until 8 pm.
Christmas Season at the Silos: November 28th – December 20th
Admission: FREE
Lights of West
Experience the Christmas Lights of West and enjoy the light trail, maze, concerts, and all of the features the park has to offer. Your family can take pictures next to Big Santa and.png){kind=logo}
Snowman, shop, and enjoy concessions.
Location: 2818 Wiggens Road, West, TX
Dates & Times: Friday, November 28th – December | 6 pm – 10 pm Daily
Admission: Buy Tickets Here
- Drive Thru $35 up to 8 Passengers | $55 9+ Passengers
- Trailer Ride Admission: Children 2- 15 $10 | 15+ $15 | Infant – 2 years ride FREE in lap
