Hermit Crab Racing - $1.50 Wells!

Up & Down Saloon: 115 S Chadbourne St

9:00 pm - 10:00 pm

HERMIT CRAB RACING IS BACK! 🏁

EVERY Thursday night at Up & Down! ⏰ 9PM

Pick your racer, cheer them on, and see if your crab has what it takes to cross the finish line first! Bring your lucky charm, grab a drink, and get ready for one of the wildest nights in town

SpookShow 2026

427 S Oakes St

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Come celebrate spooky season with us at and enjoy ghosts, zombies, witches, pumpkins, scarecrows, and all things Halloween! This will be a very spooky art show!

All artwork will be for sale. Everyone is invited! Free to attend. Refreshments provided. ONE DAY ONLY! Sales start at 6 pm. Sold pieces can start coming off the wall and going home at 7 pm.

Friday, October 16th from 6-9 pm 427 S. Oakes St., San Angelo, TX 76903

Gala For Hope

McNease Convention Center

6:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Walk the red carpet with us as we come together to support cancer patients and their caregivers in the Concho Valley. This special night is all about making a difference while celebrating in true Hollywood style. Enjoy an evening filled with glamour, music, and purpose—where every ticket, every moment, and every step down the red carpet helps support a greater cause. 🎶 Live Music 🥂 Elegant Atmosphere 🎥 Hollywood Glam Theme ❤️ Supporting Cancer in the Concho Valley Whether you’re walking the red carpet or dancing the night away, this is a night you won’t want to miss.

Murder at Fort Concho

Ballet San Angelo: 82 Gillis St

7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

October 16–17: A Murder at Fort Concho

Put your detective skills to the test and solve a whodunit! *Presale tickets start October 5

October 30–31: House of Horrors

It’s back in our historic Quartermaster Building—just in time for Halloween! *Presale tickets start October 19

For more information, give us a call at 325-657-4444

SAMFA Family Day

San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts: 1 Love St

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Don’t miss Family Day on October 17th from 10am to 2pm! It’s free and open to the public!

This month’s Family Day theme is October in the Open Air! Families will practice their observation skills and explore the concept of en plein air painting through art projects such as a family mini paint out, cardboard viewfinders, “friendly forest creatures” where participants add forest creatures to printed landscapes, nature texture rubbings, practice drawing fog, and pumpkin perspective drawing.

Visual Arts Capital of Texas Mural Fest

Art in Uncommon Places: 701 S Irving St

10:00 am - 9:00 pm

Art in Uncommon Places is proud to host the second Visual Arts Capitol of Texas Mural Festival. The Visual Arts Capitol Texas Mural Festival will be held in “The Art Yard” backyard of the AIUP Studio. Join us to watch Texas muralists from Austin, Fort Worth, La Marque, Round Rock, San Antonio, San Marcus and Seguin, join our San Angelo Muralists painting live to our theme, Cowboys and Creatives.

Throughout the day, the public will be able to watch muralists at work, meet the artists, experience skateboard art, food and family fun, and celebrate why San Angelo has earned recognition as the Visual Arts Capitol of Texas.

16 Artists, 16 Murals, One Amazing Day!

In store meet & greet signing event with WWE Hall of Famers "The Demolition"

DreamShark Toys & Games

12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

We’re extremely proud, excited and honored to welcome the newest inductees to the WWE 2026 Hall of Fame class, the legendary and iconic, Demolition 😈 Demolition is a legendary tag team from the late 80s and early 90s that were a 3 time tag team champion and once had the longest tag team championship reign holding the titles for 478 days and the most combined days as tag team champions which was almost 700 days. They held this record until 2016. They’ll be in shop for one day only Saturday October 17th so if you’re a wrestling fan or know of anyone who is, definitely don’t want to kiss out on this iconic event so make sure to mark your calendars and save the date. First ever West Texas signing appearance for them. 🙌🔥 they’ll be out meeting all of you, signing autographs and taking pics and telling stories

City vs City Comedy Competition

San Angelo Performing Arts Center: 82 Gillis St

8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Comedians from Abilene take on Midland in this showdown of the best laugh-makers in the region!

The Mark Wood Trans-Siberian Symphony Experience

San Angelo Performing Arts Center: 72 W College Ave

6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Come r Trans-Siberian Orchestra favorites and classic rock hits performed by a live symphony orchestra. Experience the power, passion, and excitement of symphonic rock with The Mark Wood Trans-Siberian Symphony Experience, in concert with ASU Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Dr. Fagner Magrinelli Rocha. Led by Mark Wood, a founding member and original string master of Trans-Siberian Orchestra (with over 15 million records sold), this electrifying concert event combines world-class musicianship, soaring vocals, breathtaking energy, and the majestic sound of your local symphony orchestra in a show unlike any other. Renowned worldwide as an innovator and pioneer of modern electric strings, Wood performs on his own invention—the 7-string fretted Viper electric violin—an instrument that has revolutionized modern string performance and become his signature on stages around the world. PBS calls him “the Eddie Van Halen of the violin world,” and his innovative performances have attracted a global following, generating more than 7 million views on his YouTube channel. Joined by powerhouse vocalist Laura Kaye, an exceptional ensemble of musicians, and your local symphony orchestra, Wood delivers a thrilling musical journey that combines beloved Trans-Siberian Orchestra favorites with iconic classic rock hits. Featuring music inspired by legendary artists such as Queen, The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Kansas, and more, the show blends the energy of rock with the grandeur of a live symphony orchestra in a way that is both powerful and unforgettable. From explosive rock anthems and dazzling instrumental performances to powerful ballads and unforgettable moments, The Mark Wood Trans-Siberian Symphony Experience celebrates the music that moves us, inspires us, and brings audiences to their feet. Whether you’re a lifelong fan of Trans-Siberian Orchestra, classic rock, or simply great live entertainment, this is a concert experience you won’t soon forget.

En Plein Air Texas: Exhibit Opening & Art Sale

San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts: 1 Love St

5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The public is invited to attend the opening of Spirit of the Ranch, a curated exhibit and sale featuring artwork by all four Ranch Fellows.

In SAMFA’s Grand Hall, additional ranch paintings by the artists will be on view and available for purchase.

These are exclusive paintings only on display through Sunday, October 25. Paintings in the Spirit of the Ranch exhibition will be on view and available through January 3, 2027.

Also on view and available for purchase will be paintings by local high school students created during their day painting with the Ranch Fellows.

En Plein Air Texas: Panel Discussion

San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts: 1 Love St

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The four Ranch Fellowship Artists will discuss their time and adventures on the ranches and reflect on their experiences. Moderated by Tim Newton, past En Plein Air Texas juror and judge.

Murder Mystery Dinner at the Arc Light

Arc Light Bar & Grill: 441 Rio Concho Dr.

6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

FRIDAY, OCT. 23, 2026 - On this night, Arc Light Bar & Grill becomes a grand ballroom trembling with secrets. The lights dim, the music softens, and every guest steps into a world where jealousy simmers, alliances shift, and one deadly act shatters the evening. You won’t just watch the mystery unfold, you’ll live inside it. Clues hide in plain sight, whispers carry dangerous truths, and every person in the room has something to lose. As dinner is served course by course, the tension rises until the final reveal exposes the killer among you. Trust no one. Question everything. Come hungry, come curious, and be ready for a night of mystery.

Darrell & Mona McCall w/Special Guest Lynn Massey & Justice!

The House of Fifi DuBois: 123 S Chadbourne St

8:00 pm - 12:00 pm

Call 325-658-3434 and reserve your seats asap!

Grab those Boots because the legendary Country Singer Darrell McCall & Mona McCall are gonna Get-Western at FiFis. Your favorite house band Lynn Massey and Justice will be supporting the show!

En Plein Air Texas: Community Paint-Out

San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts: 1 Love St

8:00 am - 2:00 pm

In honor of the more than 100-year history of artists painting outdoors in West Texas, the entire community is invited to participate in a downtown paint-out.

SAMFA is hoping to set a world record for the most people painting plein air at once in one venue and we need your help! Whether you are an experienced artist, a student, or simply someone who wants to try painting outdoors for the first time, come be part of this creative West Texas moment.

Painters will check in at 8 AM at the San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts. Awards for best entries in age-based categories will be announced at 1 PM.

Bring your favorite painting supplies, invite a friend, and help us make San Angelo part of plein air history on October 24.

Coffee Fest San Angelo

The Bosque

9:00 am - 3:00 pm

☕🔥 SAN ANGELO… ARE YOU READY FOR COFFEE FEST?! 🔥☕ Coffee lovers, this one is FOR YOU! ❤️ 📅 Saturday, October 24th ⏰ 9 AM – 3 PM 📍 The Bosque — San Angelo, TX We’re bringing coffee lovers, local businesses, food vendors, and some seriously good coffee together for one BIG day at the Bosque! And we’re asking one very important question… 🏆 WHO HAS SAN ANGELO’S FAVORITE COFFEE?! We’re looking for coffee shops, coffee trucks, coffee makers and anyone serving up something AMAZING! ☕ PEOPLE’S FAVORITE HOT COFFEE 🧊 PEOPLE’S FAVORITE COLD BREW And here’s the fun part… Coffee contestants enter FREE! 🎉 People will receive RED VOTING TICKETS and place their ticket into the bucket of the coffee they think deserves to win. 🔥 Hot Coffee gets its own bucket. 🧊 Cold Brew gets its own bucket. When the votes are counted, the coffee with the MOST TICKETS takes home the win! 🥇 1st Place Hot Coffee — $100 CASH 🥇 1st Place Cold Brew — $100 CASH And we’ll announce the winners as San Angelo’s People’s Choice Coffee! 🏆☕ 🚨 COFFEE BUSINESSES — WE WANT YOU! We’re keeping coffee contestants FREE because we want as many local coffee makers as possible to have a chance to participate! Want to offer samples? DO IT! ☕❤️ Let people taste what you do, meet your business, and hopefully find some new customers along the way. 🛍️ VENDORS & FOOD TRUCKS — COME JOIN US TOO! We’re looking for vendors and food trucks to help make Coffee Fest a full day of fun at the Bosque. Bring your business. Bring your friends. Bring your appetite. And most importantly… ☕ COME READY TO DRINK SOME COFFEE! Invite your friends. Tag your favorite coffee lover. Tag your favorite coffee business. Let’s see who San Angelo chooses! 👀🏆 📲 VENDORS, FOOD TRUCKS & COFFEE CONTESTANTS SIGN UP HERE: https://linktr.ee/happys.salsa 📞 Coordinator: Cody Whisenhunt (325) 301-0424 ☕ COFFEE FEST SAN ANGELO Good Coffee • Good People • Good Times

CoffeeFest #SanAngelo #SanAngeloTX #CoffeeLovers #HotCoffee #ColdBrew #PeoplesChoice #SupportLocal #ShopLocal #TheBosque

Grand Opening: Heads or Tails

Heads or Tails: 38 N Chadbourne St

10:00 am - 6:00 pm

SPREAD THE WORD!!! We finally have our GRAND OPENING set for October 24th, 2026! Bring your friends, and come shop with us! We have been working so hard and are so excited for everyone to be able to come see the store! We will also be open on Friday, the 23rd during the roping fiesta! Please share and tell your friends!!!!

Dia de los Devoted Ones Car Show & Picnic

Bart Dewitt Park: 325 S Oakes St

12:00 pm - 8:30 pm

A Haunting on Chadbourne St

Hippie Hysteria: 109 S Chadbourne St

4:00 pm - 9:00 pm

San Angelo, come hang out with us downtown for Halloween 👻

A Haunting on Chadbourne Street is happening October 24 from 4–9 PM!

We’ll have pop-up vendors, food trucks, drinks, shopping, a bar vendor and more.

Dress up if you want to. We definitely hope you do. 🖤

More than anything, come out and support some local small businesses. Grab dinner, buy something from a vendor, shop downtown, get a drink and make a night of it.

These events really do matter to small businesses, and showing up makes a bigger difference than people realize.

📍 Downtown San Angelo 📅 October 24 ⏰ 4–9 PM

City vs City Comedy Competition

Brooks and Bates Theatre: 82 Gillis St

8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Derek Teague Band

The House of FiFi DuBois: 123 S Chadbourne St

8:30 pm - 11:00 pm

Wine Down Wednesday: Holli Garet

English Newsom Cellars: 16 E Concho Ave

4:00 pm - 12:00 pm

Midweek just got a whole lot better!

Join us at English Newsom Cellars – San Angelo every Wednesday and enjoy:

• 40% OFF bottles of wine
• $6 glasses all evening
• Charcuterie boards available for purchase
• Live music from 6–8 PM

• Whether you’re catching up with friends or simply need a relaxing break, we’ve got your perfect midweek escape. 📍 English Newsom Cellars | San Angelo 🗓 Every Wednesday | 4 PM – Close Come sip, snack, and Wine Down with us.

Halloween at the Y

353 S Randolph St.

6:49 am - 8:30 pm

Hello all! We just completed the Children’s Fair, and next up is… Halloween at the Y!!! We are only two months away, and we need your help, San Angelo! Calling all businesses, non-profits, and organizations (sports teams, College groups, etc.) to make it another successful year. Interested in participating? Contact us TODAY!

Downtown Trick-or-Treat Fest

Downtown San Angelo

5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Don’t miss out on the Halloween fun in downtown this year!

What to expect ~ Trick-or-Treating: Bring your little goblins and ghosts for a night of trick-or-treating at participating local businesses. Fill up your treat bags with delicious candies and goodies. ~ Games and activities: Enjoy a variety of games and activities for all ages.

Tips for a spooktacular time

1. Come in costume: Dressing up is half the fun of Halloween! Whether you go for a classic witch or a superhero costume, make sure to dress to impress.
2. Bring a trick-or-treat bag: Make sure to bring a sturdy bag or bucket to collect all your sweet treats. You’ll want plenty of room for all the goodies you’ll be getting.
3. Stay safe: Remember to stay with your group and look both ways before crossing the street. Safety first, even for Halloween!

Participating locations coming soon!

Now accepting participating locations! Sign Up here: https://forms.gle/gySrUnUyzqd1e6ni7

4th Annual Dia de los Muertos Art Show

San Angelo Performing Arts Center: 82 Gillis St

5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

CALL FOR ENTRIES The Día de los Muertos Art & Sale Exhibition will represent the traditions our ancestors have left for us, reflecting honor and celebration of the lives of lost loved ones.

Artists are invited to test their talents in creating meaningful and unique art forms related to Dia de los Muertos.

SEE MORE HERE: https://www.stormingdesigns.com/diademuertossanangelo

Little Shop of Horrors by Howard Ashman & Alan Menken

San Angelo Performing Arts Center: 82 Gillis St

7:00 pm - 2:00 pm

House of Horrors

Fort Concho: 630 S Oake St

7:30 pm - 11:00 pm

October 30–31: House of Horrors

It’s back in our historic Quartermaster Building—just in time for Halloween! *Presale tickets start October 19

For more information, give us a call at 325-657-4444

Mad Mouse Zoodio: A Creepy Crawly Good Time

Stephens Central Library: 33 W Beauregard Ave

11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Stephens Central Library, 3rd Floor Sugg Community Room More information coming very soon. Mark your calendars and stay tuned!!

Live Music - Manny Campos

English Newsom Cellars: 16 E Concho Ave

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

English Newsom Cellars invites you to immerse yourself in everything our winery has to offer. Saturday is in full swing and we have plenty of food & wine!

Whether you have a hankering for rosé, an aromatic white, or a bold red…there is an abundance of food & wine to suit any mood. Drop by this weekend for live music, award-winning wines, and delicious food.

Live Music: Manny Campos 4-6pm

Halloween Bash at Warehouse 150

Warehouse 150: 113 E Concho Ave, STE 150

9:00 pm - 12:00 am

$100 Costume Contest!!! It’s Time To Get Dressed Up, Get Spooky, and PARTY WITH US!!!! Grab your crew, pick your costume, and come celebrate Halloween with us! We Will Have Food & DJ Diamond Playing The Tunes!!!

80s Halloween Bash W/LOVE is BLIND

The House of FiFi DuBois: 123 S Chadbourne

9:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Jennie Jennie …Let’s go ALL 80’s for a freaky Halloween Party! Costume Contest and all kinds of Radical Fun!!

Hiring Red, White & You!

McNease Convention Center: 501 Rio Concho Dr

10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Open to veterans from 10am-11am Open to the public from 11am-2pm

Tamale Fest

Pop Art Museum: 125 W Twohig Ave

11:00 am - 6:00 pm

San Angelo, get ready to celebrate flavor and tradition! 🎉

Tamales Fest is happening November 7, 2026 at 11 AM, bringing together local vendors, music, family fun, and the best tamales in the Concho Valley. Come hungry and come ready to enjoy a beautiful day in our community!

Coco Live-to-Film Concert

Murphey Performance Hall: 72 E College Ave

12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Coco Live-to-Film Concert pairs a full-screen screening of the Disney and Pixar movie Coco with Michael Giacchino’s Oscar-winning musical score performed live on stage by a specialized ensemble, such as the Orquesta Folclórica Nacional de México or local symphonies. https://amp-worldwide.com/artist/coco-in-concert-on-tour/

Mariachi Alma Mexicana's 25th Anniversary Concert

Brooks and Bates Theatre: 82 Gillis St

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Join San Angelo’s very own Mariachi Alma Mexicana as they celebrate their 25th Anniversary on November 21st at the Brooks & Bates Theatre featuring Lake View High School’s Los Caciques and Angelo State’s Los Pastores! 4pm & 7pm! Two shows, twice the celebration!!

In store signing event with WWE Hall of Famer Lita

DreamShark Toys & Games

12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

we will be hosting the iconic, amazing & talented, WWE Hall of Famer, Lita for a in store signing event event. Lita is an American female wrestler who won the WWE Women’s title multiple times and WWE tag team champion alongside with Becky Lynch. This will be her very first San Angelo, TX signing appearance so this will be a extremely rare live appearance so you definitely don’t want to miss out on this amazing opportunity to meet one of the greatest female wrestlers of all time. If you’re a wrestling fan or know of anyone who is, definitely don’t want to miss out on this amazing event so make sure to mark your calendars and save the date 📆🔥 More details regarding this event will be in this event page.

Ewetide Christmas in Downtown San Angelo

Bart Dewitt Park: 325 S Oakes St

2:00 pm - 9:00 pm

SAVE THE DATE!

Get ready for a holiday experience that’s truly “ewe”-nique to San Angelo! This December, Downtown San Angelo comes alive with the magic, merriment, and sparkle of Ewetide Christmas, a festive celebration designed to bring families, friends, and visitors together for a magical holiday weekend.

From December 18–20, 2026, from 2–9 PM, wander through Bart Dewitt Park filled with dazzling lights, festive attractions, and activities for all ages. Lace up your skates at a real ice-skating rink, gather around the S’mores Christmas Campfire, warm up at the Sips of Ewetide Hot Cocoa Bar, and take in the glow of a spectacular 42-foot RGB Christmas tree. You may even spot some special holiday guests, including Santa’s live reindeer!

Come celebrate the season, experience downtown at its most magical, and discover why there’s no Christmas quite like Ewetide Christmas in San Angelo!

MORE DETAILS COMING SOON!

A Celtic Christmas by A Taste of Ireland

The Elta Joyce Murphey Performance Hall: 72 W College Ave

7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Direct from New York’s Off-Broadway and London’s West End, the internationally acclaimed A Taste of Ireland Company presents its holiday spectacular, A Celtic Christmas. Prepare to be enchanted with some of the world’s finest Irish dancers and musicians bringing the spirit of Christmas to life, in a show that will make you laugh, cry, and sing into the night. Experience the magic as world-class performers blend melodic folk mash-ups, acapella tap battles, and heartwarming storytelling in one truly unforgettable performance. Featuring former World Irish dance champions and stars from Lord of the Dance and Riverdance, A Celtic Christmas delivers a holiday celebration packed with Irish wit, traditional tunes and heartfelt ballads, alongside all your favorite carols. The show’s exciting mix of electrifying rhythms and extraordinary talent promises an evening brimming with Irish charm and enthralling entertainment, all in one powerhouse event. Immerse yourself in a traditional Celtic landscape and let the magic of an Irish Christmas transport you to a world filled with excitement and wonder, where vibrant music and dance embody the heartbeat of the festive season. This is Christmas as the Irish have always celebrated it: warm, alive, and meant to be shared. A Celtic Christmas is the gift nobody expects but everyone remembers. The night out you’ve been meaning to book. The memory you’ll make with the people you love most. Whether you’ve got Irish in your blood, Ireland on your bucket list, or you’re experiencing an Irish Christmas for the first time, A Celtic Christmas is the holiday spectacular you won’t forget. With over 400,000 social media followers and rave reviews from coast to coast, A Celtic Christmas keeps proving the same thing: joy, craic and world-class talent never go out of style. Night after night, audiences rise to their feet, and take a slice of Irish Christmas home with them. This year, there’s a seat waiting for you. Don’t miss your chance to see this magical show as it tours this year for a strictly limited season. Get your tickets now before they sell out. **musical instruments are subject to change from performance to performance

Take it to the Limit!

San Angelo Performing Arts Center: 82 Gilis St

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Eagles Fans, don’t miss “Take It To The Limit” — An Unforgettable Live Concert Experience coming to San Angelo PAC in the Murphey Performance Hall on March 8, 2027 @ 7 pm!

Artists for Artists 2027

San Angelo Performing Arts Center: 82 Gillis St

7:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Mark your calendars! 🎨✨ Artists for Artists is returning March 11 through March 25! Join us for Opening Night on March 11 and again for Last Call on March 25. 2027 is all about celebrating local creativity, community, and the artists who make San Angelo colorful. More details coming soon. Time is TBD. 🎨 Featured artwork by Julie Raymond