The upcoming weekend is full of possibilities as Wichita Falls ISD students return to their books and Chromebooks.
School starts Thursday for WFISD, where two new high schools are opening. City View ISD is not far behind with its first day of school on August 22.
Even in the midst of the hustle and bustle of the new school year, you can check out what the Moon Market has to offer, go to the rodeo, hone your Swiftie chair dancing skills, or join in on a youth beach volleyball tournament. And that’s not even the tip of the iceberg of local arts events like the premiere of Steel Magnolias.
Find out more about what the area has to offer from Thursday to Sunday.
Thursday, August 15
Wichita Falls Art Association Members’ Window Display 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Kemp Center for the Arts, 1300 Lamar St. The exhibition runs through September 28. The arts center is open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and remains open until 8 p.m. on Thursdays.
Pottery Pop-Up with Carol Castro Ceramics: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Magpie Collective, 1509 Lamar St.
Exhibition “Wild About Texas” in Art Alley at the Museum of North Texas History, 720 Indiana Avenue. Artwork by local artist, author and observer Laura M. Gillis, August artist in residence, will be on display. Museum hours are Thursday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
“Wait a moment,” Annual juried exhibition, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 9th Street Studios, 920 Ninth St. The exhibition is on view Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., through October 4.
Peace of mind insurance Cutting the ribbon 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Wichita Falls Chamber of Commerce, 900 Eighth St.
Karate for beginners in the 50 plus zone 4-5 p.m., 600 Eleventh St.
Moon Market 6-9 p.m., Downtown Wichita Falls Farmers Market, 713 Ohio Ave.
Wichita Falls Railroad Museum Board Meeting 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. University United Methodist Church, 3405 Taft Blvd.
Friday, August 16
Wichita Falls Federal Credit Union’s McNiel Office Grand Opening Celebration 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 3410 McNiel Ave., Wichita Falls Chamber of Commerce Grand Opening, 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Cash Bingo in the 50 Plus Zone 2:00 p.m. Ticket must be purchased by 1:50 p.m., 600 Eleventh St.
“The long game” 3:30 p.m., Film 50 Plus Zone, 600 Eleventh St.
Wichita Falls PRCA Rodeo 6:00 p.m., doors open, Kay Yeager Coliseum, 1000 Fifth St.
“Steel Magnolias” 6:30 p.m. Stage 2 Dinner Theatre, 914 Indiana Avenue. Tickets available online and at the box office.
Friday night dance with Kickin’ Kuntry 7:00-9:30 p.m. 50 Plus Zone Ballroom, 2nd floor, 600 11th St. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Tickets: $7 for 50 Plus Zone members and $12 for the general public. Sundae provided by Hospice of Wichita Falls.
Swifties Chair Workshop 7:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m. 1989 Pole Fitness and Dance Studio, 719 Scott Avenue, Suite 1104. Chair dance with the theme “Eras Tour.”
Jessica Herring LIVE at Hook & Ladder Coffees and Wine Co. 7 p.m., 616 Seventh Street.
Tejano Fridays at Barbarita Restaurant Bar 7 p.m. to 11 p.m., 2611 Plaza Parkway, Suite 101.
Hanabelle Lector – A farewell performance 8 p.m., Wichita Falls Brewing Company, 701 Indiana Ave.
Punk night in the pub 9:30 p.m. The Iron Horse Pub, 615 Eighth St. Ladybird: Pessimistic pop punk from North Texas; It Hurts To Be Dead: Punk/Alternative/Garage Rock; and Down to Friend: Pop Punk Party Kings from Dallas.
Saturday, August 17
After breakfast 7 a.m., Thomas Fowler, American Legion Post No. 169, 4615 Lake Shore Drive.
Salsa Tag Showdown 7:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Wichita Falls Farmers Market, 807 Austin St. Competition 8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
28th Annual Vernon Burnin’ Bike Ride 7:30 a.m., Vernon College Tennis Court, Garland Johnston Drive in Vernon
Sand-Unamoo JR Tournament 2.0 8 a.m. Endunamoo Strength & Conditioning, 2651 Central E. Freeway. Beach volleyball tournament.
Farmers Market in Downtown Wichita Falls 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., 713 Ohio Ave.
Mom & I: Water games 10-11 a.m. Crashworks STEAM Studio & Makerspace, 900 Indiana Ave.
RRHD Barbecue in aid of Combat Vets Women’s Auxiliary 11 a.m., Red River Harley-Davidson, 4514 Northwest Freeway.
“Disney’s Aladdin Jr.” 1:00-2:30 p.m. and 5:00-6:30 p.m. at the Wichita Theatre, 919 Indiana Ave. Tickets are available online or at the box office. This is the final weekend for the show.
Customer Appreciation Day in honor of Jimmy York Saturday, 2 p.m., The Promiseland Bar, 209 E. Scott.
Parents’ evening 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Storm Gymnastics Center, 5816 Ashleyanne Circle, Suite 300.
Wichita Falls PRCA Rodeo 6:00 p.m., doors open, Kay Yeager Coliseum, 1000 Fifth St.
“Steel Magnolias” 6:30 p.m. Stage 2 Dinner Theatre, 914 Indiana Avenue. Tickets available online and at the box office.
Children’s evening 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Crashworks STEAM Studio & Makerspace, 900 Indiana Ave.
The Stray Sons 7:00 p.m. Legends Roadhouse, 3305 Sheppard Access Road.
Desparado — The only tribute to the Eagles 9:30 p.m., The Iron Horse Pub, 615 Eighth St.
Sunday, August 18
Peace, love and boo 12:00 p.m. Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort, 14145 US Highway 287 N.
“Disney’s Aladdin Jr.” 3:00-4:30 p.m. at the Wichita Theatre, 919 Indiana Ave. Tickets are available online or at the box office. This is the last performance.
Mermaids & Mamas 4:30 p.m., Defining Moments Dance Studio, 100 W. Cash St., Iowa Park.
17th Annual Midwestern State Athletics Welcome Dinner 5:30 p.m. social followed by 6:00 p.m. dinner and 6:45 p.m. program at DL Ligon Coliseum, 3410 Taft Blvd. Tickets may be purchased by calling Sheri Mummert at 940-397-4779 or online.
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