Wondering what Memorial Day events are happening around Central Texas this weekend? We have you covered.
Belton
Splash Pads
What: Belton Splash Pads will open
When: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day
Where:
- Harris Community Park Splash Pad, 312 N. Alexander St. in Belton
- South Wall Tiger Park Splash Pad, 1895 S. Wall Street, Belton
Admission: Free
Copperas Cove
Memorial Day Celebration
What: The Star Group-Veterans Helping Veterans is hosting a Memorial Day Celebration.
When: 2 p.m. on May 28
Where: 202 S. 4th St. in Copperas Cove
Admission: Free
Harker Heights
Memorial Parade and Ceremony 2018
What: Annual Memorial Day and Parade Event in Harker Heights
When: The parade is at 9 a.m., and the ceremony is at 10 a.m.
Where:
- Parade: FM 2410/Knight’s Way from Wildewood to Miller’s Crossing
- Ceremony: In front of City Hall, 305 Miller’s Crossing (Recreation Center, 307 Miller’s Crossing, if raining)
Admission: Free
Killeen
Memorial Day Flag Laying Ceremony
What: Flag laying ceremony
When: 8 a.m. on May 26
Where: Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery, Killeen
Admission: Free
Memorial Day Observance
What: The memory of Fall Heroes will be honored
When: 10 a.m. on May 28
Where: Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery, Killeen
Admission: Free
Memorial Day Everybody’s Gone Sweet & Spicy Cook-off Cancer Fundraiser
What: A cook-off is being held at the Killeen Special Events Center
When: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on May 26
Where: Killeen Special Events Center
Rogers
Spring Festival Farmers Market
What: The Spring Festival Famers Market is happening on Memorial Day.
When: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on May 28
Where: Walker Honey Farm, 8060 E US Highway 190 in Rogers
Admission: Free
Waco
Military Appreciation
What: Hawaiian Falls Water Park in Waco is celebrating Military Appreciation this weekend.
When: Memorial Day Weekend beginning May 26.
Where: Hawaiian Falls, Waco
Admission: All military get Free admission when a Military ID is shown.
Surf Beach opening
What: BSR Cable park is opening its new Surf Beach.
When: Memorial Day Weekend
Where: BSR Cable Park, 5347 Old Mexia Rd. in Waco
Admission: Pricing Varies
Heart O’ Texas Speedway Military Appreciation Night
What: Memorial Day Double Header
When: Friday, May 25
Where: 184 N McLennan Dr. in Elm Mott
Admission: All Military Personnel past and present and their dependents receive free general admission into the grand stands. Must present valid ID. Expect standard admission pricing.