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:
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Celebrate Independence Day with a spark!
All proceeds from the event will benefit Hope Lives Here. Hope Lives Here provides service animals to Veterans in need.Race Details:
Start Location: 4280 S Soncy Rd, Amarillo, TX 79119
Date: July 4th 2026
Check in Time: 7:00 AM
Start Time: 8:00 AM
Distance: 1 mile + 5K (Run or Walk)
Beneficiary: Hope Lives Here
Dress in your best red, white, and blue (there is a prize for best dressed)
Start your Fourth of July with a bang—run for freedom, run for community, and run for hope.
Lace up. Show up. Light the fuse.All winners receive a free shoe.
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Join us on July 4, 2026 at the Lake Meredith Aquatic & Wildlife Museum in Fritch for a full day of family fun, food, vendors, and live entertainment!National Anthem by Brett Bontke
Live Music by KickBack 2
10:00 AM – 1:00 PMThis event will kick off with the parade at 9 AM sharp!Come enjoy:
Turtle Races 10AMRegister here: https://form.jotform.com/240376439327057
Parade 9AMRegister here: https://form.jotform.com/240375577052054
Fish Fry (Beans & Cornbread) 11AMAvailable for purchase on site until sold out
Scavenger Hunt Until foundFollow for details!
Chicken Poo BingoRealize at 1pmRegister at the event.We are at capacity for food trucks. All other vendors are welcome to register at this time. Electric is limited. Get yours before Friends of Lake Meredith and Alibatesre: https://form.jotform.com/240377043737054
Costume ContestRegister here: https://form.jotform.com/261224974162053
Fireworks over Lake Meredith that eveningFollow Friends of Lake Meredith and Alibates for more details and events!This year marks the 250th Anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, and we’re proud to celebrate this historic milestone with our community!Bring your lawn chairs, your family, and your patriotic spirit — and come celebrate with us!
Minions & Monsters Breakfast Event July 4th 9:30 AM
Join us for a Minions & Monsters Breakfast Event! Enjoy a $10 Game Card*, and breakfast of French toast sticks, powdered donuts, bacon, scrambled eggs, coffee, and juice. Breakfast is served 30 minutes before the showtime. *Game cards available at applicable locations only.
This is the rambunctious, ridiculous, and totally true story of how the Minions conquered Hollywood, became movie stars, lost everything, unleashed monsters onto the world and then banded together to try and save the planet from the mayhem they had just created.
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We’re celebrating two birthdays—the United States turning 250 and Palo Duro Canyon State Park turning 92! Join us at the Visitor Center from 1–3 PM on July 4th for: Birthday cake A fun American Flag craft for all ages Stop in, cool off, and help us wish a happy birthday to both our country and this incredible park! #PaloDuroCanyon #FourthOfJuly #ParkBirthday #Since1934 #TexasStateParks #CanyonCelebration
Saturday, July 4th – 2:30pm – Detroit Tigers at Texas Rangers
The City of Amarillo (COA) Parks and Recreation Department (PARD), in collaboration with Outdoor Amarillo, announces the return of the city’s Fourth of July-themed event commemorating 250 years of America – Amarillo Red, White, & Boom! The event begins at 5 p.m. on July 4 at John Stiff Park and will continue throughout the evening, ending with the fireworks and drone show.
Amarillo Red, White, & Boom! is free to the public. Free parking is available off 45th Street and free shuttle transportation is available from Randall High School, Amarillo High School or the Amarillo Civic Center north parking lot. Free festivities include:
●Concerts: Performers include Stealing Handshakes and The Droptines.
●Beer garden: Relax with a beverage – must be 21 or older to enter.
●Food trucks: A diverse selection of local food trucks, chosen by the public.
●Fun zone for kids: Children can enjoy the dedicated fun zone complete with games and activities.
●Sand volleyball tournament: 4-person teams, $50 per team. Limited space. Register online at: https://teamsideline.com/amarillo
●Fireworks and drone show: A breathtaking display of fireworks and cutting-edge drone technology will light up the night, commemorating the spirit of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
Please note: The COA will determine the safety of shooting fireworks prior to the event. If the environment is determined to be unsafe for fireworks, the show will be rescheduled.
For event information, contact PARD at (806) 378-3036 or by email at contact@amarilloparks.org
Also, for more information, contact City of Amarillo Media Relations Manager David Henry at (806) 378-5219 or by email at David.Henry@amarillo.gov
🎆 BIG THINGS ARE COMING TO THE FOOD PARK THIS SUMMER! 🎆👀
Something HUGE is in the works at The Food Park on 25ninety… and trust us, you’re going to want to be part of it!🔥
We’re gearing up for an unforgettable FOURTH OF JULY WEEKEND packed with:
🌮 Amazing food trucks
🛍️ Awesome vendors
🎶 Live music
🔥 Big crowds & summer vibes
🎇 FIREWORKS SHOW!
FOOD TRUCKS + VENDORS — WE WANT YOU!
This is shaping up to be one of our BIGGEST weekends yet and spots are going to go FAST! 👏
Entry is $10
Buy 2 get 2 free!