Downtown Adventure is your go-to source for all things happening in the vibrant downtown area of Temple, Texas. Stay updated on concerts, museum exhibits, First Friday events, business milestones, new businesses, and city news that impact the heart of our city.
Hot Summer Sounds
The annual Hot Summer Sounds free concert series, sponsored by Baylor Scott & White Health Plan, kicks off June 6 with Bohemian Pirates in concert at Miller Park.
First Fleet coming to Railroad & Heritage
An exhibit debuting June 7 at the Temple Railroad & Heritage Museum will take visitors to the great beyond. The exhibit — First Fleet: NASA's Space Program — features the powerful and rarely seen photographs of John A. Chakeres, who spent five years documenting the early years of NASA’s space shuttle program.
Grant: Downtown thriving but work remains
More clothing stores and improved sidewalks and roads are on City Council member Zoe Grant’s wishlist for downtown Temple. Grant serves District 2, which includes the downtown business and entertainment area.
Mini-mall open at Darling Decor
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Darling Decor & More has expanded again. The popular antiques store has been in business for 13 years, mostly at the corner of Main and Adams. Owner Leah Kennedy-McHorse opened a second store on Main just a few doors down from the main store about 3-and-a-half years ago, and her merchandise is often displayed along the sidewalks across from the old Post Office and the Kyle Hotel.
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I have been a community journalist for more than 43 years and a resident of Temple since 1977. I’m proud to say I’m a Wildcat graduate, a former Temple College student and I know our city inside and out.
David Stone, Editor/Publisher
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Rucks on Main
More than 100 dedicated ruckers will hit the streets of Temple on Saturday, May 24, for a physical event that benefits area veterans and local food panties.
Museum Master Plan
Big changes likely are coming to Temple’s Railroad & Heritage Museum, perhaps as early as this fall, according to Assistant City Manager Erin Smith.
Burgers with the Badge
City residents are invited to meet with Temple police officers and enjoy a hot-off-the-grill hamburger on Friday, May 30, during Burgers with the Badge.
Big summer shows
Temple’s Academie Musique has several unique events that are right around the corner. According to Shelley Dennis, executive director of Academie Musique, students will be performing three big shows this summer.
Time to make a splash
The city of Temple has released summer hours for swimming pools, splash pads, Lions Junction Water Park and the Santa Fe Plaza splash fountain.
Protect against skin cancer
The sun is shining and temperatures are on the rise — it’s time to hit area lakes, pools and water parks. It’s also time to protect yourself against skin cancer.
Pickleball fun for TCM
A fund-raising pickleball tournament at The Commonwealth is expected to raise big money for the Temple Children’s Museum. The tournament, set for 8:30 a.m. on May 17, already has more than 30 players registered to compete.
The charcuterie queen
Business is booming at Kerley’s. The little market on Central has been grinding meat and cutting steaks for Temple-area residents for close to 100 years, and owner Lynette Talasek is boosting business by introducing charcuterie cups, boards and grazing tables.
Two-day music festival
A new music festival in Temple will feature two days of country music from at least 21 bands and tasty barbecue from around the country. The Tanglefoot Music & Barbecue Festival will be Sept. 12 and 13 at the MLK Festival Grounds. That's Robert Earl Keen in the above photo.
Main Street Farmers Market
A partnership between Christ Episcopal Church and Make-a-Way Wellness will bring a new farmers market to downtown Temple beginning in September. Main Street Farmers Market will be April through November in conjunction with First Friday celebrations.
DAVID STONE, editor/publisher
I am a veteran community journalist of 43 years and I have lived in Temple since 1977. I grew up here, graduated from Wildcat High, and I know the city like the back of my hand. It is my pleasure to provide you with the latest in Downtown Temple news.
'Selena' coming to Temple
Thousands of fans know Amanda Solis by one name — Selena. Since 2016, she has been portraying the beloved Selena Quintanilla at concerts, parties and just about everywhere Tejano pop is popular.
Wild Meadow opens
Opening a new business inside a construction corridor has been tough for Lee Pennell, but the Florida-native plans to “stick” with it. Her store, Wild Meadow Boutique, is the first store to open inside Hawn West, aka the former Sears store.
Santa Fe Jazz Jam
Who’s up for some toe-tapping, finger-snapping fun? Santa Fe Jazz Jam is 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, June 1, at Treno’s Pizzeria in downtown Temple. The event, which offers an afternoon of jazz, is held on the first Sunday of every month at Treno’s.
Haute Dogs and more
Sandra Escalante has been creating gourmet hot dogs in downtown Temple and in the surrounding area for several years. But now, along with Krista Snyder of Blackbird Books & Spirits, she has added a second business — Pinky’s Bar, located at 201 N East Street in Belton.
Cantina 1948 draws crowds
A Mexican restaurant and bar located in the heart of downtown Temple is quickly becoming a premiere night spot for late-night eats and drinks.
Summer Surge hiring
Downtown Temple-based Workforce Solutions of Central Texas will host the Summer Surge Hiring Event on Tuesday, July 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Cadence Bank Center in Belton.
Update: Culture District
A plan to develop a Cultural District in downtown Temple includes moving the Cultural Activities Center to a location in or near the MLK Festival Grounds, and CAC Executive Director Annette Farmer is OK with such a move.
930 Temple College grads
“We are so proud of our graduates and all they have accomplished while at Temple College,” said Dr. Christy Ponce, Temple College president. “They worked so hard to complete their degrees and their certificates. It’s been our honor to walk beside them, and we are here to cheer them on as they take the next steps, whether they enter their careers or transfer to four-year universities to earn their bachelor’s degrees.”
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