Several thousand more people than the usual 100,000 or so are expected to flock to the city when Hotter’N Hell Hundred kicks off with a full program of events starting Thursday.
Named the “Best Road Cycling Event of 2024” by USA Today, HHH offers opportunities for cyclists, gravel road lovers, runners, kids and people who like spaghetti and breakfast – no bike or running shoes required.
A program of spectator events gives locals and others a chance to watch the fun without joining in. One thing is for sure: everyone should take precautions to protect themselves from the heat. The National Weather Service is predicting high temperatures between 102 and 106 degrees this weekend.
Also remember that you are sharing the road with cyclists and be extra alert in general.
If you’re not a HHH enthusiast or prefer to avoid the crowds, there are still plenty of things to do in Wichita Falls.
These include a 50 Plus Zone flea market, live music, art exhibitions, the premiere of “The Grown-ups” on the Backdoor Theater’s Dinner Stage, a Hello Kitty pop-up and, well, the list goes on.
Here you can find out more about our offer from Thursday to Sunday.
Thursday, August 22
Indoor flea market in the Fifty Plus Zone 8 a.m.-3 p.m., 600 11th St., second floor. Open to the public. Vendors must be members.
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.
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.
“Momento”, annual juried exhibition 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 9th Street Studios, 920 Ninth St. The exhibition will be on view Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. through October 4.
Mom & I: Bees 10:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Crashworks STEAM Studio & Makerspace, 900 Indiana Ave.
Hotter’N Hell Consumer Fair 3:00pm-8:00pm in the MPEC Exhibit Hall. This is the first day of the Consumer Show and kicks off a busy program of events for this premier four-day event. The Consumer Show is also open on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The full schedule of events can be found online.
HHH package collection and late registration opens at 4 p.m. in the MPEC exhibition hall. Registration for various events is possible from Thursday to Saturday.
Karate for beginners in the 50 plus zone 4-5 p.m., 600 Eleventh St.
Happy Hour and Revolution Handmade Pop-up 4-9 p.m. with pop-up, 6-8 p.m., OG Cellars at The Holt, 600 Eighth St.
Texoma Gives Early Donations First Step Inc. Meet and Greet 5:00 p.m., 624 Indiana Ave., Suite 304.
Art Lab: Get hammered! Silver earring jewelry course 6-8 p.m., The Kemp, 1300 Lamar St.
Legacy Young Adults Opening Night 6:30-8:30 p.m. Legacy Church, 1420 Loop 11.
Wes & Sandra Toller at 6th Street Winery 7:30 p.m., 600 Sixth St.
Ashmore – Live at P2 – The Duece 7:45 p.m., 1409 Lamar St.
Friday, August 23
Cash Bingo in the 50 Plus Zone 2:00 p.m. Ticket must be purchased by 1:50 p.m., 600 Eleventh St.
“The Bodyguard” 3:30 p.m., Film 50 Plus Zone, 600 Eleventh St.
Mustang Market 5-9 p.m., Downtown Wichita Falls Farmers Market, 713 Ohio Ave.
MSU night in the city center From 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., downtown stores will remain open for MSU Texas students, faculty and staff. Some will offer discounts with the MSU ID card.
HHH Spaghetti Dinner 5:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m., Ray Clymer Exhibit Hall B. Presented by MPEC Food and Hospitality, tickets are $16 online and $18 at the door.
Bonsai Basics 6 p.m. Smith’s Gardentown, 4940 Seymour Highway.
“Steel Magnolias” 6:30 p.m., Stage 2 Dinner Theatre, 914 Indiana Ave. Tickets available online and at the box office.
“The adults” Opening night at 7 p.m., dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. on the Backdoor Theater Dinner Stage. Tickets are available online or by calling 940-322-5000.
Friday night dance with Ole Troubadours 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. Strawberry shortcake provided by Seniorly Yours Home Care.
Line dancing with Susie, Lou and DJ Percy No Mercy 7:00 p.m. Legends Roadhouse, 3305 Sheppard Access Road.
ATA Unplugged at 6th Street Winery 7:30 p.m., 600 Sixth St.
Karaoke Friday at B&R Bar 8:00 p.m. – 11:55 p.m., 2617 Plaza Parkway, Suite 601.
Tejas Brothers with the Bottom of the Barrell 9 p.m., The Iron Horse Pub, 615 Eighth St.
Saturday, August 24
HHH breakfast buffet 5-8 a.m., Ray Clymer Exhibit Hall B. Presented by MPEC Food and Hospitality, tickets are $16 online and $18 at the door.
The big HHH-Start 7:05 a.m. Flyover and cannon shot to officially start the endurance race for 100-milers, 75-milers, 100K, 50-milers, 25-milers and 10K courses at 100 Scott Ave. on the river. The Golden Wheel, tandems and special groups will start on Second Street.
Closed for HHH — Wichita Falls Downtown Farmers Market, 713 Ohio, and Wichita Falls Farmers Market, 807 Austin St.
Hello Kitty pop-up event 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Brewnita Cafe, 3115 Kemp Blvd.
Silent Book Club 10 a.m., Eighth Street Coffeehouse, 710 Eighth St.
Bonsai Basics 10 a.m. Smith’s Gardentown, 4940 Seymour Highway.
Complete the shelter adoption event 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. PetSmart, 3700 Keith St. The Graham Humane Society of Young County will be on site for adoptions.
LEGO League, Ages 8 and up, 1 p.m.-3 p.m., CrashWorks STEAM Studio & Makerspace, 900 Indiana Ave.
Mom & I: Bees 10-11 a.m. Crashworks STEAM Studio & Makerspace, 900 Indiana Ave.
RRHD Barbecue — To useS local charity SICK Ministries 11 a.m., Red River Harley-Davidson, 4514 Northwest Freeway.
Nature Tots: Twilight Stories for ages 2-6, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Red River Bend Nature Center, 2200 Third St.
Science Saturday: Urban Wildlife 1-2 p.m., Red River Bend Nature Center, 2200 Third St.
Bruce Lyons’ monthly jam session at the Iron Horse Pub2:00 p.m.–5:30 p.m., 615 Eighth St.
GLOga 5-6 p.m. Weightless, 1110 Eighth St.
“Steel Magnolias” 6:30 p.m. Stage 2 Dinner Theatre, 914 Indiana Avenue. Tickets available online and at the box office.
“The adults” 7 p.m., dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. in the Backdoor Dinner Theater. Tickets are available online or by calling 940-322-5000.
Noche Latina in Barbarita’s Restaurant Bar 9 p.m. to noon, 2611 Plaza Parkway, Suite 101.
Man the Machine with special guests Fake Happy: A tribute to Paramore 9:30 p.m., The Iron Horse Pub, 615 Eighth St.
Sunday, August 25
HHH off-road run over 12 miles and 10 km Start 7am. JS Bridwell Ag Center, 111 N. Burnett St.
HHH Criterium Race USA Cycling Criterium Race Start at 7 a.m., Eighth Street and Ohio Avenue.
Fire and Ice Hip Hop Brunch with DJ Maniac 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Taco Darlin, 4214 Kell Blvd.
HHH USA Cycling Criterium Omnium Awards Ceremony 2:00 p.m. Eighth Street and Ohio Avenue
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