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Aug. 3, 2026

Pat Green to Headline Sept. 26 Baylor Backyard Live Concert

Texas country music legend Pat Green will kick off Baylor University’s Big 12 opener vs. Colorado as the headliner of the Baylor Backyard Live game day concert series on Saturday, Sept. 26.

Jul. 31, 2026

Third Day’s 30th Anniversary Tour Coming to Foster Pavilion on April 22, 2027

Four-time GRAMMY Award-winning band Third Day announced the second and final leg of its celebrated 30th Anniversary Tour, which includes a stop at Baylor University’s Foster Pavilion on Thursday, April 22, 2027.

Jul. 30, 2026

Baylor Earns Third-Place Finish at Waco Sports Corporate Cup, Strengthening Community Ties

Baylor University faculty and staff showcased their competitive spirit and community pride during the 2026 Waco Sports Commission Corporate Cup, helping the University earn a third-place overall finish.

Jul. 28, 2026

Libraries to Host Third Annual Texas Digital Humanities Symposium, September 24-25

The event, hosted virtually on Zoom, will feature keynote speaker Alyssa Guzman from the University of Texas at Austin and a discussion of the future of digital humanities across the state and beyond

Baylor Waco Perks Discounts

Our discounts and deals program encourages faculty, staff and students to shop local through exclusive promotions from local establishments valid with a Baylor ID card.

Introducing...The Waco Rush Pass

The The Waco Rush Pass provides City of Waco residents year-round access to exclusive ticket offers for select Baylor Athletics home events.

Created to strengthen Baylor Athletics' connection with the Waco community, the Waco Rush Pass includes opportunities for football, men's basketball, women's basketball and more throughout the year.

The Waco Rush Pass is available exclusively to individuals with a Waco, Texas mailing address. Surrounding communities are not eligible at this time.

Austin Travels Spotlights Waco

From Foster Pavilion and Magnolia to Lake Waco and Cameron Park Zoo, Austin Travels highlights five reasons Waco is the perfect Central Texas day trip.

Where to eat if you’re visiting Baylor/Waco (and what to order).

This guide is newly updated, with categories for what you might be looking for: coffee and breakfasts, long-time favorites, modern classics, and what’s new. And each of the 50+ places listed includes both a description and a specific recommendation on what dish to try.

Southern Living Recognizes Waco

Southern Living recognizes the creative renaissance of Waco!

More than just a stop for Magnolia, Waco is quickly becoming a travel destination for the growing culinary scene, standout stays, antiquing, and outdoor adventure.