 Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Brazos Nights on Friday, May 2 in downtown Waco, featuring Norteño cumbia band De Parranda and three-time Grammy-winning Tejano musician and accordionist Sunny Sauceda.
Watch Sauceda’s Brazos Nights performance at 7:30 p.m. at Indian Spring Park, followed by De Parranda at 9 p.m. Admission is free, and the event and vendors open at 6 p.m.
Catch even more can't-miss performances on Friday, June 20 and Friday, July 4.
 The City of Waco general election will be held on Saturday, May 3 to determine the representative for District Five on City Council. The positions for Districts Two and Four are running unopposed.
 Our City of Waco Annual Report is now available! 2024 was a year of great accomplishments all made possible by our City Council, hardworking City staff, dedicated partners, and our incredible residents. This report includes a financial summary, Waco-area statistics, and snapshots of accomplishments from the past year.
Exciting news, kids! Waco's splash pads are officially open for the season. Enjoy the water fun from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily.
- Chapel Park
- Kendrick Park
- Mountainview Park
- Oscar DuConge Park
- Pecan Bottoms in Cameron Park
Please note: Dewey Park’s splash pad is still under maintenance but will be later this week.
 Warmer weather means more outdoor fun. Unfortunately, mosquitos come out too! As we get into mosquito season, the elimination of potential mosquito breeding habitats is critical for the prevention of mosquitoes in McLennan County.
- Remove standing water in your yard
- Mow your grass regularly
- Use an EPA-approved mosquito repellent with DEET
- Wear long sleeves and pants and loose, light-colored clothing when outdoors
 Do you have a high school student passionate about your community? Apply today for the Waco Youth Council! The City of Waco is seeking dedicated, enthusiastic, and motivated teens to join the 2025-26 Waco Youth Council. This is more than a student program — it’s a chance to impact your community, build leadership skills, and represent your peers as ambassadors for the City.
Applications are due by Friday, May 9. For questions, email WacoYouthCouncil@wacotx.gov.
 Did you know? If we pick up your trash and recycling, we can also pick up your bulky waste up to once a month. It's time to get rid of that mattress or couch that's just taking up space.
- Submit a request online or call (254) 299-2616 to request a bulky waste pickup at no additional charge.
- Place your bulky waste at the curb.
- Make sure the pile is no larger than 6’x6’x6’ and that you put five feet between the pile and any objects like trees and mailboxes.
 Pet Circle Regional Animal Center is teaming up with Raising Cane's to celebrate their 28th birthday with a tail-wagging fundraiser! Through April 29, you can take home an adorable Plush Puppy for just $9.99 + tax. 100 percent of the net profits will be donated directly to Pet Circle Regional Animal Center to help animals in need.
Your purchase supports our lifesaving work while giving you a cuddly companion to love. It’s a win-win! Visit Pet Circle Regional Animal Center in person at 2032 Circle Road or go to petcirclewaco.org/adopt to see adoptable animals!
 Waco Regional Airport would like to remind you that starting May 7, 2025, to board domestic flights and access certain federal facilities, your drivers license or state-issued ID must be a REAL ID — or you’ll need another acceptable form of identification like a U.S. passport.
REAL ID compliant drivers license or state-issued ID cards in Texas will have a star within a gold circle on the upper right portion of the card.
 May is Bike Month, and the Waco Metropolitan Planning Organization is celebrating with BINGO! Download and print the BINGO card and complete the tasks on the card to play. Once you have completed all the tasks in a row, claim BINGO by posting pictures on social media and tagging us on Facebook (@cityofwacotx) or Instagram (@cityofwaco). You can also email your BINGO to wacompo@wacotx.gov. Posts must use the hashtag #bikemonthbingo. Participants will be entered to win a cool prize!
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