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Since 1976, locals and visitors alike have enjoyed the Westfest Polka Festival, held in West, Texas, a short 15 mile drive from Waco. Visitors pay homage to the German culture in Texas with a big variety of food booths, kids' activities, a parade, baking contests, arts and crafts, a tractor pull and even a polka mass! Of course, there is also plenty of polka music and dance contests to enter and enjoy. The event is traditionally held over the Labor Day weekend, so plan to make your way out West for an unforgettable time at the Westfest Polka Festival.

It's a little known fact, but the popular soft drink Dr. Pepper was born in Waco. That unique taste took the soda world by storm and carved a niche for the brand that led to its worldwide success. The Dr. Pepper Museum is an attraction that traces the genesis of this concoction, how it came to be, how it was marketed and the eventual memorabilia and lore that followed in its wake. See the world's most extensive collection of vintage ads, bottles, items, and interactive exhibits that tell the story of how everyone became a Pepper!

Shop, eat, and be happy when you visit Sironia Shops and Cafe where the food is simply scrumptious and comforting as you are surrounded by fantastic finds and purchases. Here you'll meet some of the most talented artisans and creative vendors anywhere in Waco. This quintessential small business mecca exhibits everything good about life like good food, great prices and the best neighbors.  This intimate setting nestled in a quaint, modern facility is open for shopping from 10 am to 6 pm and serves the best simplest of heart warming delights in the cafe from 11 am to 2:30 Tuesday through Saturday for your convenience. The constant giveaways and sales are amazing and the friendly folks there will tell you that what happens at Cupcakes and Cocktails stays right there.