One of Waco's most popular events is packed with tradition. The Homestead Fair held every November features fine arts and heirloom skills, and always boasts a full itinerary of fun activities like boot making, woodworking, pottery, metal casting and basket making, among many other demonstrations. Live music, great food, and a celebration of the various cultures in the area all make for a fun family festival event. Plus, the fact that it usually is scheduled the weekend after Thanksgiving means you can begin your Christmas shopping and find a plethora of unique gifts in the expansive arts and crafts sale area.
The role Texas has played in American history is dramatically presented at the Red Men Museum and Library. This is where the national office is located, and the library is inside the same facility. Artifacts from various points in American history are gathered here, like Aaron Burr's writing desk, a ring that used to belong to Rudolph Valentino, and a bugle that was used on the field at Gettysburg. Reference materials, archival documents and other items are all housed here, and this museum presents history from an unmistakable Native American perspective.
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.
Connect with nature and unwind at Mother Neff State Park, one of Texas' earliest state parks, pure natural beauty on 6 acres since 1921. Take a leisurely walk, hike, spread a picnic banquet, pitch a tent for camping or rent a campsite cabin, explore with geocaching, enjoy the wildflowers in the prairie, or explore the canyon trails. Interact with various displays at the visitor's center to learn more about this Texas treasure and its rich history.