Saturday, October 24: Pirates in the Park. John Stiff Memorial Park – free admission. 5 a.m. – Parking lots open. 7 a.m. – Balloons launch. 8 a.m. – Morning Fun Run/5K. 4:30 p.m. – Food trucks, games, and vendors. 6 p.m. – Trick-or-Treat from hot air balloons. 7 p.m. – The Balloon Glow.
11450 Park Road 5 Canyon, TX 79015
Time:
9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Photography Workshops Partners in Palo Duro Canyon Foundation How Photography Makes You a Better Birder with Andrea Gerig 24 Oct 2026 9:00am – 1:00pm. At Tasajillo Pavilion in the Juniper and Wolfberry Camp area at Palo Duro Canyon State Park. Cost: Included with park admission. Park and admission is free with a Texas State Parks Pass (purchased before event). Birding and Photography go hand-in-hand. Here’s your opportunity to learn about that relationship and how to apply it. Bio – Andrea Gerig is an avid birder and active member of the Panhandle Bird Club. She has been birding since 2023 and currently shares her passion for birds, one of the instructors for Amarillo College’s Extended Learning program, teaching “Birding in the Texas Panhandle.” Andrea has explored the Texas Panhandle extensively and has seen more than 200 bird species found in the region. Her enthusiasm for birding is contagious, and she loves helping others discover the joy, beauty, and excitement of birding. Come join Andrea for some fun in the field and learn how photography can make you a better birder! Whether you’re new to birding or an experienced birdwatcher, there’s always something new to discover. Over the course of the morning, we’ll learn new skills and then put them into practice during an enjoyable bird walk!
Don Harrington Discovery Center 1200 Streit Dr Amarillo, TX 79106
dramos@dhdc.org
(806) 355-9547 106
Science Gets Strange This October…
The Mad Scientist Ball is back for our 50th Anniversary! Join us on Saturday, October 24, 2026, for an evening of curious experiments, wild entertainment, and brainy fun — all to support the Don Harrington Discovery Center.
This is not your typical gala. Expect hands-on science, unexpected surprises, and a whole lot of discovery-fueled fun.
Costumes and lab coats encouraged. Stay tuned for more details!
2221 West Interstate 40 Frontage Road Amarillo, TX 79109
Time:
10:00 AM
Spooky Storytime at Brush with Art! Grab your little one for a Mommy & Me morning! Join us Saturday, October 24th at 10am as we read The Good, the Bad, and the Spooky by Jory John & Pete Oswald. Then your kiddo gets to paint their very own ceramic jack-o’-lantern! Snacks, painting & story all included Just $15 per kiddo Brush with Art, Amarillo, TX Spots fill up fast!
Top of Texas American Legion Riders will be holding the first annual Autumn Leaves Fellowship Run on 24OCT26. All proceeds will benefit the American Legion. We will meet at the American Legion Post Home at 3110 NW 5th Ave., Amarillo, TX. KSU (kickstands up) will be at 10:30.
Event Details:
- Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
- Time: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM
- Location: Amarillo Art Institute
- Tickets: Limited to 100 general admission tickets
The Big Cheese is Back! 🧀
We are excited to invite you and your family back to one of Amarillo’s favorite traditions, The Big Cheese Cook-Off!
For over a decade, The Big Cheese has been bringing our community together for good food, friendly competition, and a whole lot of cheesy fun! From local restaurants and cook teams to families and friends, this event is about more than just mac-n-cheese. It’s about coming together to support the children, families, and individuals who turn to The Hope & Healing Place for comfort, connection, and support as they navigate grief.
A Few Big Changes This Year!
We’re doing things a little differently this year, and we want to make sure you know before making plans to join us!
Only 100 general admission tickets will be available this year, and NO tickets will be sold at the door!
That means all tickets must be purchased in advance by October 22nd. Once those 100 general admission tickets are gone, they’re gone!
Family Fun, Mac-N-Cheese & More!
The Big Cheese is all about bringing our community together for a great cause! From delicious mac-n-cheese creations and friendly competition to activities for the kids, there’s something for the whole family to enjoy.
Whether you’ve been joining us for years or this will be your first Big Cheese, we can’t wait to share another memorable event with you!
12908 S. Bell St Amarillo , TX
Maxwell’s Pumpkin Farm is the ultimate family fun destination in West Texas! In the Fall, stroll through our sunflower fields, corn maze, pick out the perfect pumpkin & enjoy 30+ farm fun attractions. In the Winter, visit Amarillo Lights at Maxwell’s, where you can experience our Trail of Lights, visit Santa & Christmas fun for the whole family. See you on the farm soon!
Dates:
Sept 26-27 / Oct 3-4 / Oct 10-12 / Oct 16-18 / Oct 23-25 / Oct 30-Nov 1
1415 Sunrise Drive Amarillo, TX 79104
Time:
3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
A cultural festival celebrating Día de Muertos with altars, a Catrina contest, live mariachi, drumlines, ballet folklórico, an artisan market, food trucks, art installations, and a community altar.
