Good morning, Temple.

The City of Temple will hold its 79th Annual Christmas Parade Monday evening — part of the Holly Jolly holiday celebration — inviting locals to enjoy a festive community tradition.

A father-son duo is expanding their senior care company into Ft. Hood, Temple and Waco to offer comprehensive services for seniors—helping families get the support they need.

Bell County Crime Victims Coalition will host its 22nd annual Tree of Angels event — honoring victims of violent crimes during the holiday season — to help those grieving and build community healing.

On Saturday, Christmas at the Plaza in downtown Temple moved its start time up an hour due to a threat of rain and a large crowd attended.

The schedule change did not hinder the festive event as local residents enjoyed the celebration.

Baylor football plays its final regular season game today at McLane Stadium — the Bears need a win on senior night to clinch a bowl game as star tight end Michael Trigg is ruled out and players like Sawyer Robertson and Josh Cameron make their last home appearance.

December 2025 Live Sewing Machine Training

11 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Temple Sew & Quilt — $3,800 total for 5 days — Engage in hands-on training for all types of sewing machine repairs.

65th Annual Salado Christmas Stroll

7 p.m. – 5:59 p.m. — Christmas Stroll — Free entry — Experience twinkling lights, holiday shopping, and festive performances in Historic Salado, TX.

Silent Advent Retreat

Dec 5, 3 PM – Dec 7, 3 PM — Cedarbrake Catholic Retreat Center — Registration required — Experience a time of reflection and silence to encounter God through talks and Eucharistic adoration.

Wafer Paper Techniques

3-7 p.m. — 603 Pumpkin Dr, Temple, TX — Ticket required — Craft beautiful wafer paper blossoms and enhance your skills in this hands-on class.

Education & Networking with Cen-Tex Real Estate Investors

6-9 p.m. — MasFajitas Mexican Restaurant — Free entry — Connect with fellow real estate enthusiasts in a collaborative learning environment.

Rink on the Rails 2025-26

11:00 AM – 8:30 PM — MLK Festival Grounds — Check event page for pricing — Skate under festive lights and enjoy the holiday spirit in Temple.

Photos with Santa at Texell

9 a.m.–12 p.m. — Texell Credit Union — Free entry — Capture the holiday spirit with a photo opportunity with Santa for your child.

McGregor Girls Varsity Basketball Game

2-3:15 p.m. — Central Texas Christian School — Admission details not provided — Witness a competitive non-conference matchup between local high school basketball teams.