Events
- January 17, 2026: 125th Spindletop Anniversary
Saturday, January 17, 2026
Time: TBD
Admission is free!
Step back in time and celebrate the discovery that changed the world! Join us at the Spindletop Boomtown Museum for the 124th Anniversary of the Spindletop oil discovery! Guests can enjoy live reenactments, live music, food trucks and more! Don't miss this incredible celebration!
- October 17, 2025: Spookfest
Friday, October 17, 2025: Spookfest
Time: 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Experience a free family event at the Spindletop-Gladys City Boomtown Museum. Families are invited to trick-or-treat throughout Spindletop Boomtown Museum, enjoy games and activities, and end the evening with a costume and painted pumpkin contest. Family-friendly costumes are encouraged, and don't forget to bring your painted pumpkin to show off! Candy bags will be provided while supplies last, and all are welcome to join in the fun of celebrating Halloween Boomtown-style!
- October 25, 2025: Baptist Hospital of SETX Foundation Boomtown BBQ Bash (Presented by M&D Supply and ACE)
*BBQ Tastings
*Live Entertainment
*Old-Time Craft Demonstrations
*Kid's Crafts
Proceeds from the event support Baptist Behavioral Health through the Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas Foundation - so you can eat good and do good! - October 18, 2025: Big Red's Ride Homecoming Car Show
Attention Cardinals & Car Enthusiasts!
Big Red’s Ride is BACK for Homecoming! Join us on Friday, October 18th for an unforgettable car show featuring classics, customs, and everything in between.Show off your ride or just come enjoy the view!
Â鶹AV – Homecoming 2025Visit www.lamar.edu/homecoming for details.
Let’s make this Homecoming one to remember!Register here:
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