Brighten someone’s morning for National Do Something Nice Day! Whether it’s buying coffee for the person behind you, leaving an encouraging note for a coworker, or helping a neighbor carry groceries, small acts of kindness create massive ripple effects.
Then! How about repeating this tomorrow?? And the next day???
The Christmas in October Holiday Market in Amarillo, TX, is scheduled for Friday, October 24, and Saturday, October 25, 2025.
The event is a gift and craft show hosted by Sharing Hope Ministry at the Amarillo Civic Center Complex in the South Exhibit Hall
- Location: South Exhibit Hall, Amarillo Civic Center Complex, 401 S. Buchanan St., Amarillo, TX 79101.
- Dates & Times:
- Friday, Oct. 24: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
- Saturday, Oct. 25: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
- Admission: Weekend admission is typically $8.00 at the door (Cash, Credit, or Venmo); children 12 and under are usually free.
- Highlights:
- Shopping: Over 100 unique booths featuring home décor, boutique clothing, jewelry, and handmade items.
- Bake Sale: Known as the largest bake sale in the Texas Panhandle, featuring decorated cookies, cakes, pies, and specialty mixes.
- Special Events: Past years have included a “Ladies Night Out” VIP shopping event and photo opportunities with Santa.
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Why Attend?Proceeds from the market directly benefit Sharing Hope Ministry, a nonprofit that provides resources and support to incarcerated women and those in recovery. - Highlights:
AFD and APD Partner for Stand Down for Safety Focused on First Responder Mental Health
Amarillo, Texas – October 2, 2026 – The Amarillo Fire Department will hold its annual Stand Down for Safety event October 5–8, 2026, with a focus on the work being done to promote mental health and awareness among first responders. This year, AFD is partnering with the Amarillo Police Department to bring attention to the importance of supporting the people who serve our community.
The event will highlight efforts to increase mental health awareness, encourage conversations about the challenges first responders face, and reinforce the importance of seeking support. The partnership provides an opportunity for both departments to share their commitment to first responder well-being.
“The Amarillo Fire Department’s mission is to protect our community by providing the highest quality of compassionate and professional services and that begins with taking care of the mental health of the guys providing that service.”
Members of the media are invited to interview key leaders and participants in the program on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Amarillo Fire Administration, 310 S. Van Buren St. Interviews will provide an opportunity to learn more about the program, the work underway, and the AFD and APD partnership.
Questions Contact the Amarillo Fire Department Public Information Officer at (806) 378-4233 or jason.love@amarillo.gov
The Ultimate Tuesday Feast: National Taco Day! It’s Taco Tuesday on steroids! Whether you prefer soft corn tortillas packed with carne asada, crispy shells filled with seasoned beef, or zesty fish tacos topped with fresh cilantro and lime, today is built for indulging in Mexico’s greatest gift to gastronomy.
The Christmas in October Holiday Market in Amarillo, TX, is scheduled for Friday, October 24, and Saturday, October 25, 2025.
The event is a gift and craft show hosted by Sharing Hope Ministry at the Amarillo Civic Center Complex in the South Exhibit Hall
- Location: South Exhibit Hall, Amarillo Civic Center Complex, 401 S. Buchanan St., Amarillo, TX 79101.
- Dates & Times:
- Friday, Oct. 24: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
- Saturday, Oct. 25: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
- Admission: Weekend admission is typically $8.00 at the door (Cash, Credit, or Venmo); children 12 and under are usually free.
- Highlights:
- Shopping: Over 100 unique booths featuring home décor, boutique clothing, jewelry, and handmade items.
- Bake Sale: Known as the largest bake sale in the Texas Panhandle, featuring decorated cookies, cakes, pies, and specialty mixes.
- Special Events: Past years have included a “Ladies Night Out” VIP shopping event and photo opportunities with Santa.
www.christmasinoctobertx.org +5
Why Attend?Proceeds from the market directly benefit Sharing Hope Ministry, a nonprofit that provides resources and support to incarcerated women and those in recovery. - Highlights:
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Amarillo Civic Center
Tuesday, October 6, 2026 |10 AM – 2 PM
Lunch will be catered, the cost for each boxed lunch is $10.00.
The Amarillo Job Fair brings together hundreds of active job seekers and employers from across Amarillo and the surrounding area. This event is designed for direct, face-to-face hiring, not browsing. At our most recent fair, over 100 employers participated and more than 1,400 job seekers attended, ranging from entry-level candidates to experienced professionals. Employers consistently report strong applicant traffic throughout the event.
Click here for more information.
First Presbyterian Church invites the public to a concert featuring world-renowned British organist Roger Sayer as he begins his 2026 world tour here in Amarillo. Sayer recorded Hans Zimmer’s soundtrack for the 2014 production of the science fiction movie “Interstellar” produced by Sir Christopher Edward Nolan.
Two performances are scheduled on Tuesday, Oct. 6 at 5 and 8 p.m. Tickets are $25 or $15 for students with valid ID and are available at the church’s web site: https://firstpres.com/
This Interstellar 10 program is Sayer’s solo rendition of the soundtrack. His program includes additional other-worldly works by Richard Strauss and The Planets Suite by Gustav Holst. According to Norman Goad, church music director and organist, “the performances promise to connect us to the cosmos when performed on our organ – now one of the 50 largest organs in the world, including enhanced digital capabilities and with special lighting effects.”
This October 06 concert occurs during World Space Week, declared by the United Nations and is the largest annual space event on Earth. Celebrated internationally from October 4–10, it highlights the contributions of space science and technology to the betterment of human life and aims to inspire students and to engage the general public. This concert is an official event in this international observation.
The church is located at 1100 S. Harrison St. For more information, please call FPC at 806-373-4242.
Beth Duke, Executive Director
Center City of Amarillo, Inc.
1000 S. Polk St.
Amarillo, TX 79101
National Coffee with a Cop Day
- Date: First Wednesday of October
- Purpose: To build trust, break down barriers, and encourage open, informal conversations between police officers and the community members they serve.
- Format: Casual, drop-in gatherings hosted at local coffee shops, cafes, and community spots with no formal agendas or speeches.
- Origins: Started in 2011 by the Hawthorne Police Department in California and expanded into a national and international initiative in 2016