10/4
Stampede of Speed Cattle Drive:
Join us for the 4th annual cattle drive. Free. High noon, Downtown Waxahachie.
10/4-11/2
Screams Halloween Theme Park:
Designed for ages 16-plus and is not recommended for young children. All 5 haunted houses, the Cool Ghoul Boolevard, Rottingwood Cemetery, stage entertainment, and Scary-Oke are all included in your single admission price. 7:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m., 2511 FM 66. https://screamspark.com/.
10/5
Body in Balance Chiropractic’s 5th Annual Health & Wellness Expo:
Free. 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., Waxahachie Civic Center, 2000 Civic Center Ln.
OddFest:
An art and music festival showcasing great artists and musicians from Texas who lean toward the odd. Local craft beers and unique food vendors round out a one-of-a-kind event that you won’t want to miss! And don’t forget about the Rebekah Lodge #381 Chicken Bingo! Proceeds from OddFest will raise money for the building fund of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows Lodge Waxahachie #80. 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., in the Citizens National Bank parking lot between Rogers Street and North College Street.
Chase’s World Fall Festival:
Autism resources, sensory-friendly activities, raffles, food, foam party and more. 1:00-5:00 p.m., Ellis County Youth Expo Center, 2300 W. Hwy. 287 Bypass http://chasesworldinc.org.
TNT Dueling Pianos:
8:00 p.m., The Texas Theater, 110 W. Main, St. https://thetxtheater.com/tickets/.
10/8
Meet Authors Susan Stevens Crummel and Janet Stevens:
These talented sisters have collaborated on multiple best-selling books, including Jackalope, Little Good Wolf, The Donkey Egg, The Little Red Pen, Cook-a-Doodle-Doo! and so many others. Free, but please register. 7:00-8:00 p.m., O’Brien’s Bookshop, Inside Gingerbread Antiques, 310 S. College St. Register at https://www.facebook.com/events/716723400646930.
10/11
Oktoberfest:
7:00-8:30 p.m., Sims Library, 515 W. Main St.
10/11-10/13
Home for the Holidays Gift Market:
With 100-plus merchants to shop with, you’re sure to find lots of new, unique and one-of-a-kind gifts all in one place. First Call Friday: $10; General Admission: $6. First Call Friday: 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.; General Admission: Saturday: 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.; Sunday: 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Waxahachie Civic Center, 2000 Civic Center Ln.
10/18-10/20
Bye, Bye, Birdie:
Friday and Saturday: 7:30 p.m.; Sunday: 2:30 p.m., University Church, 221 Solon Rd. https://www.waxahachiecommunitytheatre.com/.
10/19
Oktoberfest:
Bingo, drinks, raffle, car show, food, games, music. Fun for all ages. Free entry and parking. 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m., St. Joseph Catholic Church Grounds, 600 E. Marvin Ave.
10/20
Fall Festival:
Free admission for horse riding, games, prizes and candy. 1:30-4:30 p.m. Wagon Wheel Cowboy Church, 328 Hoyt Rd.Learn more at www.wagonwheelcowboychurch.org.
10/26
Crossroads of Texas Country Festival:
This new and improved arts and music festival includes 10-time Grammy Award winner Asleep at the Wheel, 200-plus artists/craftspeople, music on 10-plus stages, food and more. Free admission. 9:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m., Downtown Waxahachie. www.texascountryfestival.com.
Truck of Treat:
All ghosts and goblins are welcome to come for treats. If you want to participate, please text (945) 542-1660 to reserve a spot, as spots are limited. Donations welcome. 3:00-5:00 p.m., Waxahachie VFW, 1405 N. I-35 E.
Fridays
Bingo:
This month, bingo is held on 10/4, 10/11 and 10/18. A Halloween costume contest for patrons will be held 10/25. First come limited seating. 7:00 p.m., Waxahachie VFW, 1405 N. I-35 E.