Baylor in Waco
Waco has been home to Baylor University since 1886, and the two institutions have grown together for more than 140 years.
Waco is a destination city filled with incredible dining, world-class concerts and unique traditions, and it was recently recognized by Austin Travels and Southern Living Magazine.
Through exclusive discounts, the Baylor Waco Perks program encourages Baylor students, faculty, and staff to explore local businesses, creating opportunities for stronger connections, shared pride and community growth.
From concerts and entertainment to a thriving farmers market to cooking classes and all things Magnolia and the Dr Pepper Museum, there is always something to do in Waco.
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Read More NewsRising country star and Midland native Braxton Keith and opener Cassidy Daniels brought vocals both bright and deep to the venue.
Kristen Padilla, Ph.D., Center director of strategic partnerships and community, is featured in the October 2026 issue of WACOAN Magazine as part of its People of Waco series. In the feature, Padilla shares how her work and community service allow her to support people with disabilities and their families while helping strengthen connections among local organizations and service providers. Read the full story on page 95.
Since 1962, Howdy has served as Baylor’s official Texas welcome to new students. With the opening of the Hurd Welcome Center in 2023, the event — presented by Pi Beta Phi and Baylor University — has evolved into a Friday night block party outside the Hurd, anchored each year by a concert from an up-and-coming country artist.
This year’s event featured line dancing, food trucks, a Ferris wheel, cornhole and more on Friday night, topped off with a concert by CMA New Artist of the Year nominee Carter Faith. (Faith followed in the footsteps of such other recent Howdy performers as Bailey Zimmerman and Ty Myers.)