Spring has arrived in Waco, Texas! We hope you’ll join us at the Silos for live music, seasonal activities, artist pop-ups, and free fun at every turn. Inspiration awaits with a variety of limited-time experiences—like craft workshops, zoo visits, tours, mahjong classes, and more. Read on to see the lineup and start planning your trip. Here’s to springtime...
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Mahjong
Open PlayEnjoy some friendly competition
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Mahjong
101 ClassLearn the basics of this time-honored
game from
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Rooftop Lounge Access
Relax on the roof of Magnolia Market and enjoy views of the Silos and downtown Waco.
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Garden Fairy House Workshop
Decorate a whimsical fairy house with paint, foraged materials, and your own imagination.
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Spring Watercolor Workshop
Practice a variety of watercolor techniques and paint a finished piece to take home.
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Pressed Floral Art Workshop
Discover how to press and preserve flowers, then enjoy a tour of the Silos Garden.
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Free Fun at the Silos
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Cameron Park Zoo
Mark your calendars! Friends from our local zoo will be stopping by to share about animals in interactive and memorable ways.
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St. Patrick's Day
Meet us at the end of the rainbow! We're celebrating this week with all sorts of themed activities, treats and
family fun.
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Outdoor Movie Night
Join us for a special showing of The Parent Trap on the Silos lawn. Plus, we’ll have movie-themed
snacks to enjoy.
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1st Friday Waco
Celebrate 1st Friday Waco at the Silos—a monthly community celebration with
family-friendly-fun throughout downtown.
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Easter Egg Hunt
Participate in an egg-cellent hunt on the lawn searching for hidden surprises and more. A fun spring tradition
for little ones!
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See What's Happening This Spring
There’s a full season to discover! In addition to the events below, our Spring Pressed Floral Art Workshop is available Monday–Saturday, and you can purchase Rooftop Lounge Access any Friday or Saturday. Here’s a week-by-week look at our schedule:
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Week 2: March 9–15
🍀Luck-Filled Fun at the Silos! We're celebrating this week with all sorts of themed activities and treats. Festive menus, shopping specials, and interactive experience, take a look at what we have planned—March 13–17 only.
- Free Themed Coloring Pages
- Shopping Special at The Charm Bar with Lucky Discounts
- Gold Coin Hunt for hidden coins with discounts and giveaways
- Limited-Time Festive Menu Items
- Charmed Cookie at Silos Baking Co.
- Top O' the Matcha Latte at Magnolia Press Coffee Co.
- Lucky Shake + Pot O' Gold Donut Holes at Magnolia Table
- St. Paddy's Cake at our Coffee & Cupcakes food truck
- Lucky Buckets (of mini dessert donuts) - Well Rounded
Tuesday:
Thursday:
- Discovery Tables with Cameron Park Zoo: 10am-12pm
Friday:
- Artist Pop-Ups: 9am-6pm (Sophie Wyatt Studio and Tabitha Paige)
- Garden Fairy House Workshop: 10am
- Live Music: 10am-12pm (Hannah Swann)
- Live Music: 1pm-3pm (The Union Revival)
- Spring Watercolor Workshop
Saturday:
- Artist Pop-Ups: 9am-6pm (Sophie Wyatt Studio and Tabitha Paige)
- Mahjong 101 Class: 10am-1pm
- Live Music: 10am-12pm (Morgan Lee Powers)
- Live Music: 1pm-3pm (Pappy Check)
- Mahjong Open Play: 2pm-5pm
- Spring Watercolor Workshop
- Free Face Painting: 11:30am-3pm
Sunday:
Week 3: March 16–22
🍀Luck-Filled Fun at the Silos! We're celebrating this week with all sorts of themed activities and treats. Festive menus, shopping specials, and interactive experience, take a look at what we have planned—March 13–17 only.
- Free Themed Coloring Pages
- Shopping Special at The Charm Bar with Lucky Discounts
- Gold Coin Hunt for hidden coins with discounts and giveaways
- Limited-Time Festive Menu Items
- Charmed Cookie at Silos Baking Co.
- Top O' the Matcha Latte at Magnolia Press Coffee Co.
- Lucky Shake + Pot O' Gold Donut Holes at Magnolia Table
- St. Paddy's Cake at our Coffee & Cupcakes food truck
- Lucky Buckets (of mini dessert donuts) - Well Rounded
Tuesday:
- Garden Fairy House Workshop: 10am
- Free Face Painting: 11:30am-3pm
Thursday:
- Storytime with Cameron Park Zoo: 10am-11am
Friday:
- Artist Pop-Ups: 9am-6pm (Studio Orch and Wendy Michelle Davis)
- Garden Fairy House Workshop: 10am
- Live Music: 10am-12pm (Morgan Lee Powers)
- Live Music: 1pm-3pm (Grace Wotila)
- Spring Watercolor Workshop
- Hari Mari Pop-Up (next to The Old Church)
- Outdoor Movie Night: 7pm-9pm (The Parent Trap)
Saturday:
- Artist Pop-Ups: 9am-6pm (Studio Orch and Wendy Michelle Davis)
- Garden Fairy House Workshop: 10am
- Mahjong 101 Class: 10am-1pm
- Live Music: 10am-12pm (From A to Z)
- One-Minute Watercolor Portraits: 10am-3pm
- Live Music: 1pm-3pm (Hannah Swann)
- Mahjong Open Play: 2pm-5pm
- Spring Watercolor Workshop
Friday:
- Artist Pop-Ups: 9am-6pm (Studio Orch and Wendy Michelle Davis)
- Garden Fairy House Workshop: 10am
- Live Music: 10am-12pm (Morgan Lee Powers)
- Live Music: 1pm-3pm (Grace Wotila)
- Hari Mari Pop-Up (next to The Old Church)
- Spring Watercolor Workshop
Sunday:
Week 4: March 23–28
Thursday:
- Discovery Tables with Cameron Park Zoo: 10am-12pm
Friday:
- Artist Pop-Ups: 9am-6pm (Rancher Hat Bar and Studio Orch)
- Live Music: 10am-12pm (Freddy Kearney)
- Live Music: 1pm-3pm (Langley Cerovich)
- Spring Watercolor Workshop
Saturday:
- Artist Pop-Ups: 9am-6pm (Rancher Hat Bar and Studio Orch)
- Live Music: 10am-12pm (Langley Cerovich)
- One-Minute Watercolor Portraits: 10am-3pm
- Live Music: 1pm-3pm (Justin Rosolino)
- Spring Watercolor Workshop
Sunday:
Week 5: March 30–April 5
Thursday:
- Storytime with Cameron Park Zoo: 10am-11am
Friday:
- Artist Pop-Ups: 9am-6pm (By Summer Delashaw and Works of a Quirk)
- Live Music: 10am-12pm (PIE Music)
- Live Music: 1pm-3pm (Pappy Check)
- Spring Watercolor Workshop
Saturday:
- Easter Egg Hunt
- Artist Pop-Ups: 9am-6pm (By Summer Delashaw and Works of a Quirk)
- Live Music: 10am-12pm (Hannah Rose)
- Live Music: 1pm-3pm (Molly Chapin)
- Cotton Candy Cart
Sunday:
Week 6: April 6–12
Friday:
- Artist Pop-Ups: 9am-6pm (Kaitlin Kidd Art and Lauren Ellzey Originals)
- Spring Watercolor Workshop
Saturday:
- Artist Pop-Ups: 9am-6pm (Kaitlin Kidd Art and Lauren Ellzey Originals)
- One-Minute Watercolor Portraits: 10am-3pm
- Spring Watercolor Workshop
Sunday:
Week 7: April 13–19
Thursday:
- Discovery Tables with Cameron Park Zoo: 10am-12pm
Friday:
- Artist Pop-Ups: 9am-6pm (Babs&Bird and Kristin Douglas Art)
- Spring Watercolor Workshop
Saturday:
- Artist Pop-Ups: 9am-6pm (Babs&Bird and Kristin Douglas Art)
- Spring Watercolor Workshop
Sunday:
Week 8: April 20–26
Thursday:
- Storytime with Cameron Park Zoo: 10am-11am
Friday:
- Artist Pop-Ups: 9am-6pm (Wendy Michelle Davis and By Summer Delashaw)
- Spring Watercolor Workshop
Saturday:
- Artist Pop-Ups: 9am-6pm (Wendy Michelle Davis and By Summer Delashaw)
- Spring Watercolor Workshop
Sunday:
Take a Tour
From the Silos to a century-old castle restored by Chip and Jo, we offer a variety of guided tours daily. Plus, the Gristmill Tour is now back for a limited time!
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The Castle Tour
Experience the one-of-a-kind home restored by Chip and Jo on Fixer Upper: The Castle.
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The Magnolia Story Tour
Step into the story on our official tour of the Silos grounds—complete with rooftop views.
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The Gristmill Tour
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the set of Magnolia Table with Joanna Gaines.
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Around Magnolia and Waco
Shop, eat, explore, repeat. There are plenty of ways to spend the day on our 5.2-acre property in the heart of our hometown—and beyond.
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Shop
Stop by our flagship store, Magnolia Market, plus Magnolia Home and our six boutique-style shops.
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Eat
Fuel up for the fun ahead at one of our delicious food locations around the Silos and nearby.
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Stay + Play
Step back in time and explore the historic hotel transformed by Chip and Jo on Fixer Upper: The Hotel.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a ticket to attend?
Spring at the Silos is free and open to all guests throughout the day! We do have events and workshops that require a ticket.
What are your hours of operation?
Shops at the Silos: 9:00am-5:00pm;
Magnolia Market, Silos Baking Co., Magnolia Home: 9:00am-6:00pm;
Magnolia Press: 7:00am-6:00pm on Thursday and 7:00am-7:00pm on Friday and Saturday; Magnolia Table: 7:00am-9:00pm.
Is there designated parking for the event? Is there free parking?
While Magnolia does not have onsite parking, downtown Waco has a number of free lots and street parking available around and near the Silos. We’ve compiled a list of free parking near the Silos to help you make the most of your trip.
Will accessible street parking be available?
Yes, handicap spots are marked and located on Clay Avenue between 6th Street and 8th Street.
Are strollers allowed?
Yes, strollers are welcome! Please note all strollers are subject to security screening upon entry for an evening ticketed event.
Is the event venue (the Silos grounds) ADA Accessible?
All areas of the Silos grounds are accessible.
I'm coming from out of town, what are your hotel recommendations?
Whether you’re spending the night or the weekend, we recommend booking your hotel room as soon as possible, as nearby accommodations tend to fill up quickly. Several local hotels are offering special rates for Silobration guests! You can explore those options here. You can also find a full list of nearby hotels here.