Good morning, Temple.

The City of Temple will host its 79th Annual Christmas Parade today — a signature event in the month-long Holly Jolly celebration — to bring festive cheer to local residents.

A TriCounty Toy Run will take place on December 7 as motorcycle riders, car clubs and local communities unite to support kids in Bell, Coryell and Lampasas — the event is expected to bring joy to thousands of children.

The annual KGAS Christmas Cash Giveaway returns today until December 17, letting local residents enter daily to win up to $25,000 in holiday cash + a gift card drawing at a different local business each day.

McLane Children's Medical Center is set to host its annual tree lighting ceremony this week — Santa and Mrs. Claus will light the Christmas tree to boost holiday cheer for patients, staff, and community members.

A father and son are set to expand their senior care company to Temple, Ft. Hood, and Waco to help families access essential care services.

The business will offer comprehensive support to meet the needs of older adults—ensuring trusted care for local seniors.

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.