Event Calendar

Oct
22
Thu
Trail of 1000 Jack-O’-Lanterns 2026
Oct 22 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
1400 Streit Drive Amarillo, TX 79106
Time:
6:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Trail of 1000 Jack-O’-Lanterns 2026 October 21st – 24th, 20266:30pm – 9:00pm Each Night The Gardens will be unlike anything you have ever experienced! Come out and join us for an enchanting evening featuring 3 giant singing jack-o’-lanterns, a giant butterfly, and more amazing surprises built using over 1,000 hand-carved jack-o’-lanterns. Get your very own pumpkin at our pumpkin patch to take home and test out your carving skills. **No masks are allowed during the event** Tickets: Available at the gate or presales online-General Admission $10.00 each-Children 5 & under are FREE*Each pre-purchased ticket can be used once during the four-night event.
Oct
23
Fri
High-Flying Pirates of the Canyon
Oct 23 all-day

Friday, October 23: Cameras in the Canyon. Palo Duro Canyon – General admission fees apply to non-media. Press and media are invited to take pictures and interview organizers. Please present press badge at the park gate. 6 a.m. – Gates open. 7 a.m. – Balloons launch.

Swallows Depart from San Juan Capistrano Day @ Swallows Depart from San Juan Capistrano Day
Oct 23 all-day

SWALLOWS DEPART FROM SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO DAY

On October 23rd, we observe a natural spectacle steeped in legend and tradition on

Swallows Depart from San Juan Capistrano Day. This day marks the punctual, awe-inspiring migration of thousands of cliff swallows as they begin their incredible journey south for the winter. #SwallowsDepartFromSanJuanCapistranoDay

Women’s Hike
Oct 23 @ 8:00 am
11450 Park Road 5, Canyon, TX, United States, Texas 79015
We will meet at Texas Parking Lot!
**Please make sure to check this event page for any updates closer to the hike for any changes based on weather!
Reminder: It’s Friday so expect longer lines at the gate. Be sure to arrive early to make it in on time!
This hike is open to women of all experience levels — a chance to connect with others, enjoy the canyon, and move at a relaxed pace.
We hope to see you there!
Christmas In October 2026
Oct 23 @ 11:00 am – 6:00 pm

FRIDAY AND SATURDAY
Oct. 23rd 11am-6pm
Oct. 24th 9am-5pm
South Exhibit Hall, Amarillo Civic Center

Ribbon Cutting: Rotary Clubs of Amarillo & Canyon
Oct 23 @ 11:30 am

11:30 a.m.

1000 S Polk (Chamber Steps)

New Chamber Members

More Information: Chrystene, (806) 679-6418

Maxwell’s Pumpkin Farm
Oct 23 @ 12:00 pm – 9:00 pm

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

Adult Pumpkin Clay Night – Oct. 23rd 6 to 9 pm | $75
Oct 23 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

2221 West Interstate 40 Frontage Road Amarillo, TX 79109
Time:
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Adult Clay Night: Make Your Own Pumpkin! Grab your friends and get your hands in some clay! Join us Friday, October 23rd from 6–9pm for a fall handbuilding event at Brush with Art. We’ll walk you through it step by step as you build your very own textured clay pumpkin, curly vines and all. No experience needed, just bring your creativity (and maybe a beverage of choice.) $75 per person · Spots are limited! Brush with Art, 2221 W. I-40 West, Amarillo, TX 79109 Call or message us to reserve your seat! #BrushWithArt #AmarilloEvents #ClayNight #FallCrafts #PumpkinSeason #AdultNightOut #HandbuiltPottery

Boo at the Zoo
Oct 23 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Boo at the Zoo
October 22-24 | Amarillo Zoo & Sanctuary

Get ready for a spooktacular evening at the Amarillo Zoo & Sanctuary! Boo at the Zoo returns October 22–24 from 6–9 p.m. with animal encounters, candy and treats, a Halloween movie, spooky decorations, food trucks, and more. Bring the whole family for three nights of Halloween fun!

Taste the World
Oct 23 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

3701 Plains Blvd. Amarillo, TX 79102
crystal@refugeelanguage.org
(806) 553-5160
Price:
$50/person
Time:
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
About
Presented by Refugee Language Project, “Taste the World – Amarillo’s Global Food Scene” will introduce you to all the food you didn’t know you loved!

One entry ticket gets you access to unlimited samples from food booths representing countries and cultures from around the world. Local vendors from Laos, India, Haiti, Mexico, El Salvador and more will come together to create a culinary adventure sure to satisfy everyone! From the fan favorite crowd pleasers to the more adventurous options, we guarantee a tour of tastes like you’ve never before experienced in Amarillo. As you walk through the Legacy Room at Arts in the Sunset, you can try new foods, meet new people and jam out to the smooth sounds of Chill Son.

All proceeds from this lively, casual event go to support Refugee Language Project, a local non-profit that uses language as a doorway to welcome displaced people for the flourishing of the community and the glory of God.

3701 Plains Blvd. Amarillo, TX 79102
crystal@refugeelanguage.org
(806) 553-5160
Price:
$50/person
Time:
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Presented by Refugee Language Project, “Taste the World – Amarillo’s Global Food Scene” will introduce you to all the food you didn’t know you loved!

One entry ticket gets you access to unlimited samples from food booths representing countries and cultures from around the world. Local vendors from Laos, India, Haiti, Mexico, El Salvador and more will come together to create a culinary adventure sure to satisfy everyone! From the fan favorite crowd pleasers to the more adventurous options, we guarantee a tour of tastes like you’ve never before experienced in Amarillo. As you walk through the Legacy Room at Arts in the Sunset, you can try new foods, meet new people and jam out to the smooth sounds of Chill Son.

All proceeds from this lively, casual event go to support Refugee Language Project, a local non-profit that uses language as a doorway to welcome displaced people for the flourishing of the community and the glory of God.

Welcome Pardner!
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