Special Events


As springtime approaches in Temple, many are getting excited for one of Central Texas’ most popular events, the Bloomin’ Temple Festival. With construction currently underway at the MLK Event grounds, this year’s event will look and feel just a lil’ bit different. The spirit and tradition of the last 15 years will be kept alive as the City of Temple presents: Market Trail Medley- A Lil’ Bit o’ Bloomin’.
This year’s event will be held the last Friday & Saturday in April (April 29th & 30th) at the Santa Fe Plaza & Market Trail. Attendees will enjoy a reconfigured event full of musical acts, arts & crafts, festive foods, children’s activities, and lots of family fun in historic downtown Temple with no admission fee!
Hot Summer Sounds
Mark your calendars for this free weekly summer concert series held on Fridays throughout the summer. Bring your lawn chairs and picnic baskets and enjoy a beautiful evening in park.

Make sure you plan to attend the City of Temple & HEB’s 4th of July Family Fun Fest & Fireworks Show! Enjoy plenty of family fun, food, live music, and of course a spectacular fireworks show!
Haunted Hayride

Climb aboard the Haunted Hayride as you are taken on a spooky, narrated tour around Reuben D. Talasek Bend of the River, inhabited by creepy characters and spooky scenes.
City of Temple Annual Christmas Parade

Join us in reliving the magic that has been going through downtown Temple every Christmas for over 70 years! The City of Temple Christmas Parade is scheduled for the first Monday in December and a family favorite you won’t want to miss!
Father Daughter DANCE Farmer’s Market

Healthy home grown veggies and fresh from the farm eggs are just some of the natural treasures you will find at the City of Temple’s Farmer’s Market.
Bend of the River Christmas

This is event is sure to become your new favorite Christmas family tradition! Come join us for snow tubing, hot cocoa, crafts and more!