For one special weekend, the Silos transform from a beloved year-round destination into an even livelier celebration, filling Magnolia with performances by internationally recognized musicians, talented artisans from Waco and across Texas, seasonal flavors and family-friendly activities thoughtfully designed to create picture-perfect memories.
One of the most wonderful things about Silobration is that there is always something new to discover. If you have never taken part in the celebration, make this the year — and make a day of it. Explore the little village within our city. Experience this year’s new Western-themed activities, enjoy a concert and take in everything happening throughout the grounds. With family-friendly fun at every turn, Silobration offers more than a day out — it creates the kind of joy you just can’t quite explain.
The secret to Silobration’s success is not simply the big names onstage, the delectable fall menus throughout the grounds or the ever-distant sound of wiffle balls meeting bats. It is Magnolia’s ability to welcome visitors all weekend long without allowing the crowds to dampen the carefully cultivated joy. During Silobration, the festivities spill into the surrounding streets, giving vendors room to spread out and guests even more places to explore, shop and find inspiration. You can also enjoy food-truck favorites in the fall sunshine while taking in a unique view of our picturesque downtown in a
different setting.
Silobration does not transport you to an unforgettable tourist destination so much as it reminds you that Waco already is one. Watching visitors embrace the unhurried pleasure of a fall day in our city reminds us how fortunate we are to relax, unwind and love the place we call home. Plan to stay awhile — because once you arrive at Silobration, you will almost certainly linger longer than you expected.
Activities
Silobration is more than just Magnolia’s Market. The celebration brings several free and exclusive vendor opportunities. Silobration is for the entire family with various activations throughout the property.
Face Painting
A whimsical and creative experience for guests of all ages
1-Minute Portraits
Bring home a one-of-a-kind memento as you slow down to have your portrait captured to remember this weekend
Balloons
Bring color and brighten your day at the Silos with free balloons
Instax Photos
This weekend, your photo memories from the Silos are free from Instax
Silobrations Phone Booth
Share your Silobration story, your favorite moment or what makes this weekend special to you inside the phone booth
Purina Baby Chicken Coop
Who doesn’t love baby chicks? Up close and personal, experience the country charm of the farm
Morning Workouts with Renowned Celebrity Trainer Don Saladino. Strength and conditioning coach Don Saladino from the “Stronger with Don Saladino” podcast with Chip and Joanna Gaines, who is best known for getting actors into shape for demanding roles, will lead an energizing morning workout
Daytime Music
Local and regional artists, including Justin Rosolino, Morgan Lee Powers and Claire Ruland, will take the Silos stage throughout the day, filling the market with that easygoing soundtrack to relax
Hydrojug Hydration Stations
Stay hydrated with convenient hydration stations and shop Hydrojug products exclusive to Magnolia
Live Music Lineup
visit magnolia.com for tickets
Thursday, October 22
Mt. Joy takes the stage at Foster Pavilion, celebrating the 10th anniversary of soulful, American-infused rock layered with uplifting lyrics. Catch top songs like “Silver Lining,” “Dirty Love” and “Strangers.”
Friday, October 23
On The Silos Stage, Grammy-nominated pop-rock band The Fray brings the 2000s soulful ballads that launched them into radio charts. Their hits include “How to Save a Life,” “You Found Me” and “Look After You.”
Saturday, October 24
Dylan Gossett closes out Western Day with some of his top songs, including “Coal,” “Beneath Oak Trees” and “To Be Free.” Blending folk-country minimalism and emotional honesty in his raw acoustic storytelling, this artist is not one to miss.
Sunday, October 25
Christian songwriter Cory Asbury closes out Silobration with acclaimed songs like “Reckless Love,” “The Father’s House” and “Come What May.”
Reminders
During concerts, there is a clear bag policy. All guests may carry one clear bag no bigger than 12-by-6-by-12 inches. Small clutches no larger than 4.5-by-6.5 inches are also allowed. Magnolia shopping bags are not allowed after 6 p.m.
Prohibited items include chairs, strollers, umbrellas, alcoholic beverages, blankets, food & drink and pets. See a full list at magnolia.com.
Empty Alabama Sweet Tea jars and Pop’s Lemonade buckets are allowed for refills.
Tips for Wacoans
Make the most of Silobration this year. Here are ways to avoid the crowds and enjoy Silobration the Waco way.
Visit on Thursday and Sunday for a more intimate experience without the crowds.
There’s plenty of spaces to sit and relax so grab your girlfriends and work from there on Thursday — or play hooky, we won’t tell
Pack sunscreen and an umbrella to prep for the sun
Skip the line at Silos Baking Co. and Magnolia Press and head straight inside to the Coffee and Cupcakes Food Truck Park and pick up one of the popular cupcakes. Be sure to grab the limited time flavors including the Tiramisu Croissant and Tiramisu Latte and the Campfire Cookie.
Reserve a table well in advance at Magnolia Table and enjoy a special Silobration menu and for the first time grab brunch there on Sunday with specialty menu items like Shrimp and Grits.
Check out the city skyline at the Rooftop Lounge at the Market for the best photo op. Reserve your tickets online
Opt for a refillable cup at Pop’s Lemonade to beat the heat and get discounts on refills all day long. You can even bring it back throughout the weekend.
Restrooms are in the courtyard so you won’t have to leave the property
Don’t forget to check out the rest of the adorable shops and entertainment all through Waco’s walkable downtown and at wacoan.com.
Western Day
Magnolia is bringing all the boot scootin’ fun for the first year this Silobration with Western Day on Saturday, October 24. Don your boots and complete your look with custom embroidery with Birdies before joining in on a guided line dancing class. Sendero Provisions Co., Ariat and Gigi Pip will also be on site, and guests can experience country charm with Purina’s baby chicken coop. All this will culminate with Austin-born singer-songwriter, Dylan Gossett on The Silos Stage at 8 p.m.
Parking
Sometimes downtown parking can be a challenge. Here are the best parking spots around town. All are a 5–10-minute walk from the Silos or a short Trolley ride. Silo District Trolley runs every 8–10 minutes Monday–Saturday from 9 a.m.–6:30 p.m. Follow the signs and track the bus at ridewaco.com.
City of Waco Parking Garage, 401 Franklin Ave.
McLennan County Courthouse Parking Lot, 510 Washington Ave., free at 5 p.m. on weekdays, anytime on weekends
Fourth Street & Franklin Ave., 400 Franklin Ave.
Waco Convention Center Parking Lot, 225 Franklin Ave.
Heritage Square, 310 Washington Ave.
There is also street parking all around downtown, particularly down 13th and Franklin. Arrive early and snag a spot!
The Artists of Silobration
Local vendors to support
By Kevin Tankersley
When Silobration kicks off later this month, the Waco art community will be well-represented.
Wendy Michelle Davis will be one of those artists featured at Silobration, which will be October 22–25 at the Magnolia silos, 601 Webster Avenue.
“It’s important to me because I am a Waco artist, and part of what I love to do is to support local artists too,” she said. “I love that they’re wanting to support local artists and local businesses. And I think that is important to Magnolia and to the Gaineses as well.
“I like that it brings so much attention to Waco, because I think Waco is a fantastic town and community. It also gives artists and vendors a place to show their work and be seen.”
This will be the second year that Davis has been part of Silobration. In her 10-foot-by-10-foot space, she said she’ll have available postcards of her art that cost $5, original paintings with prices in the thousands and lots in between.
“I’ll have some calendars, archival prints, so really good quality prints available and I’ll probably do a few framed things too,” she said. “I really enjoy Silobration because I love interior design and it gives me a chance to style my booth a little bit more and make it a little more unique to who I am.”
And she’s a big fan of the artists and others who will also be at Silobration.
“The food vendors are fantastic,” she said. “I have a hard time not spending all my money on all the other vendors that are there because they’re so good. I always bring a budget where I can shop from other vendors because I love supporting other artists and vendors, but it’s a great place to get all your Christmas shopping done and some shopping for yourself.”
Davis has been a fulltime professional artist for six years. She grew up in California, earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in English, and has lived and taught English classes in many places, including Abu Dhabi, her last stop before moving to Waco about eight years ago.
“I’ve lived all over,” she said. “I’ve lived in Asia. I’ve lived in the Middle East. I’ve lived in the Pacific Northwest, but Texas is home. I’m not planning on going anywhere. I love it here.”
The list of local vendors alongside Davis at Silobration include Beachy’s Baking Co., By Summer Delashaw, Central Goods, GRACEFULLY Jewelry, Her Table, S.O.S. Cotton Candy and Studio Orch.
Local Vendors
Beachy’s Baking Co.
By Summer Delashaw
Central Goods
GRACEFULLY Jewelry
Her Table
S.O.S. Cotton Candy
Studio Orch
Wendy Michelle Davis
