Free things to do in Victoria, TX

There are 95 free events coming up in Victoria, TX, including Frankentoys, Furniture Hutt Trunk or Treat, and Victoria College Halloween Carnival.

Thursday Today

October 22
  • 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM Toddler Story TimeVictoria Public Library · 302 N. Main Street, Victoria, TX
    High‑energy songs and rhymes for toddlers to encourage movement and develop fine motor skills.
  • Vic’s Pick 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM FrankentoysVictoria Public Library · 302 N. Main Street, Victoria, TX
    Tear apart and reassemble stuffed toys to create your own Franken Toys; all materials provided for ages 10–17.
  • 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Story Strolls — Audiobook Walking GroupRiverside Park · 405 Memorial Drive, Victoria, TX
    Listen. Walk. Repeat. Join the audiobook walking group along the Guadalupe River.
  • 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM BallroomStarlight Dance Studio
    Group ballroom lesson open to all ages and levels. Bring a screenshot for a free lesson offer.
  • 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM Thursday Night Karaoke at 5D Tavern5D Tavern · 213 S Main St., Victoria, TX
    Weekly karaoke at downtown's upscale cocktail lounge. No cover, craft cocktails.
  • 8:00 PM – 2:00 AM Karaoke Thursday with DJ RocketmanDodge City Saloon · 205 N Star Dr, Suite H, Victoria, TX
    Weekly karaoke hosted by DJ Rocketman. $3 Fireball/margaritas/Chamoy shots until midnight.

Friday

October 23
  • 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Electronics Recycling | Victoria7602 N Navarro St, Victoria, TX
    Free electronics recycling at the Victoria Financial Center. Bring small appliances, computers, printers and cords.
  • 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Mercy House Trunk or TreatMercy House · 4409 John Stockbauer Dr., Victoria, TX
    Trunk or treat at Mercy House.
  • Vic’s Pick 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Furniture Hutt Trunk or TreatFurniture Hutt · 1505 N. Navarro St., Victoria, TX
    Join Furniture Hutt for their 5th Annual Trunk or Treat, a free evening of candy, decorated trunks, costumes, music, a bounce house, and Halloween fun. Local businesses are welcome to participate or donate treats.
  • Vic’s Pick 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM Victoria College Halloween CarnivalVictoria College · 2200 E Red River St, Victoria, TX
    Victoria College's Halloween carnival.
  • 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM VPD & Navarro Walmart Trunk or TreatWalmart (N. Navarro)
    Furniture Hutt invites the community to its 5th Annual Trunk-or-Treat, a free evening of Halloween fun featuring candy, decorated trunks, a bounce house, music, and costumes. Local businesses and organizations are inv…

Saturday

October 24
  • 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Victoria Farmers' MarketVictoria Farmers Market · 2805 N. Navarro St., Victoria, TX
    Fresh local produce, pastured meats, honey, baked goods. Every Wed & Sat.
  • 9:00 AM Instrument Petting Zoo407 N Bridge St, Victoria, TX
    A free, hands-on event where kids can try musical instruments among seasonal pumpkins.
  • 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM McCoy's Kids Craft: Trick or Treat BucketMcCoy's Building Supply
    Kids make a trick or treat bucket.
  • 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM First United Methodist Church Pumpkin FestFirst United Methodist Church
    Pumpkin fest.
  • 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Caturday Halloween MonthPetSmart
    Victoria TNR's adoption event: kittens to meet and trick-or-treating for the kids. Every Saturday in October.
  • 10:00 AM Halloween BOO-tique Bash!!3001 E. Red River, Victoria, TX
    A Halloween shopping party with a signature cocktail and swag bags available with purchase. Expect seasonal decor and boutique finds.
  • 10:00 AM Hands-On History: Archaeology MonthMuseum of the Coastal Bend - Victoria · 2200 East Red River St., Victoria, TX
    Hands-on archaeology activities for all ages with artifact ID, tool demos, and family-friendly projects.
  • 11:00 AM Home Buyers SeminarStewart Title of Coastal Bend, Inc. - Victoria County · 202 West Goodwin Avenue, Victoria, TX
    Friendly, in-person seminar covering the ins and outs of buying a home.
  • 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM Chess ClubVictoria Public Library · 302 N. Main St., Victoria, TX
    Casual chess games in the Bronte Room. All levels, all ages welcome.
  • 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Mid Coast Family Costume DayVictoria Mall
    Costume day at the mall with Mid Coast Family.
  • 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM Holy Mountain Baptist Church Fall FestivalHoly Mountain Baptist Church · 601 E. Red River St., Victoria, TX
    Fall festival.
  • Vic’s Pick 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Kingdom Church Fall Fest & Trunk or Treat1421 Village Dr, Victoria, TX
    An evening of family fun with candy, games, decorated trunks, and prizes for best-decorated entries. Concessions are available by donation, and registration is available online to decorate a trunk.
  • 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Magic Tejano 95.5 Trunk or TreatPattie Dodson Health Center parking lot · 2805 N. Navarro St., Victoria, TX
    Trunk or treat with Magic Tejano 95.5.
  • Nearby · Goliad 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Goliad Scare on the SquareGoliad Courthouse Square
    Halloween on the square in Goliad. Details on their Facebook page.

Monday

October 26
  • 6:30 PM VARRA Monday Night RunRiverside Stadium Parking Lot · Memorial Dr.
    Free weekly group run/walk hosted by the Victoria Area Road Runners Association. All levels welcome — just show up.

Tuesday

October 27
  • 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Baby Hour: Pages to PlayVictoria Public Library · 302 N. Main Street, Victoria, TX
    Storytime and play for babies up to 18 months to encourage early literacy and engagement.
  • 10:00 AM Citizens ICU & Infusion Therapy Center Grand Opening2701 Hospital Dr, Victoria, TX
    Celebrate the new infusion center with a public grand-opening gathering likely to include a ribbon cutting and facility tours. Open to community members.
  • 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Pool Shark Tuesdays — Free PoolDodge City Saloon · 205 N Star Dr, Suite H, Victoria, TX
    Free pool on 8 tables every Tuesday 5–8 PM with drink specials. Open until 2 AM.
  • Vic’s Pick 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Mr. Gatti's Trunk or TreatMr. Gatti's Pizza · 2804 N Laurent St, Victoria, TX
    Trunk or treat at Mr. Gatti's.

Wednesday

October 28
  • 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Victoria Farmers' MarketVictoria Farmers Market · 2805 N. Navarro St., Victoria, TX
    Fresh local produce, pastured meats, honey, baked goods, and more from Victoria's best vendors.
  • 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Trinity Episcopal Church Trunk or TreatTrinity Episcopal Church
    Trunk or treat.
  • 5:30 PM ECI Trunk or TreatMemorial Stadium
    Trunk or treat at Memorial Stadium.
  • 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Golden Corral Trunk or TreatGolden Corral
    Trunk or treat at Golden Corral.
  • 6:30 PM VARRA Wednesday Night RunRiverside Stadium Parking Lot · Memorial Dr.
    Midweek group run/walk with VARRA. Free, all levels welcome.
  • 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM VAMA Rock & Blues Open MicAero Crafters · 309 E. Crestwood Dr., Victoria, TX
    Weekly open mic jam hosted by the Victoria Area Musicians Association. All skill levels welcome.
  • 7:00 PM – close Karaoke + Cantina NightLa Cantina Tacos & Tequila · 212 S Main St., Victoria, TX
    Weekly Wednesday karaoke downtown with margarita and drink specials.
  • 9:30 PM – 2:00 AM Wednesday Night KaraokeShooters Bar · 4705 N Navarro St., Victoria, TX
    Late-night karaoke hosted by DJ Shane. Big dance floor, drink specials.

Thursday

October 29
  • 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM Toddler Story TimeVictoria Public Library · 302 N. Main Street, Victoria, TX
    High-energy songs and rhymes help toddlers build fine motor skills and enjoy social time.
  • 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM Big Back Food Truck Trunk or TreatBig Back Food Truck · 2114 Houston Hwy, Victoria, TX
    Trunk or treat at the Big Back food truck.
  • 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Story Strolls — Audiobook Walking GroupRiverside Park · 405 Memorial Drive, Victoria, TX
    Listen. Walk. Repeat. Join the audiobook walking group along the Guadalupe River.
  • 6:00 PM Victoria Community Health Center Trunk or TreatVictoria Community Health Center · 4206 Retama Cir., Victoria, TX
    Trunk or treat until the candy runs out.
  • 6:00 PM Victoria Electric Co-op Trunk or TreatVictoria Electric Cooperative
    Trunk or treat.
  • 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Avir Health Group Indoor Trick or TreatingAvir Health Group · 1301 Mallette Dr., Victoria, TX
    Indoor trick or treating.
  • 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM BallroomStarlight Dance Studio
    Group ballroom lesson open to all ages and experience levels; screenshot the post for a free lesson.
  • 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM Thursday Night Karaoke at 5D Tavern5D Tavern · 213 S Main St., Victoria, TX
    Weekly karaoke at downtown's upscale cocktail lounge. No cover, craft cocktails.
  • 8:00 PM – 2:00 AM Karaoke Thursday with DJ RocketmanDodge City Saloon · 205 N Star Dr, Suite H, Victoria, TX
    Weekly karaoke hosted by DJ Rocketman. $3 Fireball/margaritas/Chamoy shots until midnight.
  • Open MicWeber Brewing
    An open mic night welcoming musicians, poets and performers of all kinds. Sign up and take the stage or come listen.
  • Thursday nightWeber Brewing
    Wine happy-hour pricing, a steak-frites special, and open mic performances make for a full evening of food, drinks and music.

Friday

October 30
  • 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Fun Friday – Croissant MonstersVictoria Public Library · 302 N. Main Street, Victoria, TX
    Weekly Friday morning drop-in with a different creative or active activity each week for kids and families. Free to attend.
  • Vic’s Pick 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Faith Family Church Fall FestFaith Family Church · 2002 E Mockingbird Ln, Victoria, TX
    An evening community fall festival with activities for families. Expect games, seasonal fun and a casual, family-friendly atmosphere.
  • Vic’s Pick 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Riverside Church Family FestRiverside Church
    Family fest.

Saturday

October 31
  • 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Farmers' Market Boo BashPattie Dodson Health Center parking lot · 2805 N. Navarro St., Victoria, TX
    The Victoria Farmers' Market is hosting a Halloween Boo Bash with a costume contest, numerous vendors, and trick-or-treating at vendor booths. Craft/artisan vendors are still being sought for this special event.
  • 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Halloween Boo BashVictoria Farmers Market · 2805 N. Navarro, Victoria, TX
    Costume contest, vendor shopping, and trick-or-treating at vendor booths while supplies last.
  • 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Victoria Farmers' MarketVictoria Farmers Market · 2805 N. Navarro St., Victoria, TX
    Fresh local produce, pastured meats, honey, baked goods. Every Wed & Sat.
  • 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Vickers Fall FestVickers
    A community fall festival with family-friendly activities to celebrate the season.
  • 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Caturday Halloween MonthPetSmart
    Victoria TNR's adoption event: kittens to meet and trick-or-treating for the kids. Every Saturday in October.
  • 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Mothercluckers MarketMothercluckers · 1207 N Wheeler St, Victoria, TX
    Market at a new location with vendors, food trucks and live music by Stephanie Ross. Family-friendly community market.
  • 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Mother Cluckers Mercantile Market DaysMother Cluckers Mercantile · 1207 N Wheeler, Victoria, TX
    Market Days with live music by Stephanie Ross, plus vendors, food trucks, and family fun.
  • 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Happy Halloween Biscuit the Dog Literacy EventVictoria Public Library · 302 N. Main Street, Victoria, TX
    A Halloween storytime with literacy activities, snacks, and reading-focused fun for young children.
  • Vic’s Pick 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM Día de los Muertos Community EventThe Nave Museum · 306 W. Commercial St., Victoria, TX
    Spend a fun, free community afternoon at The Nave Museum. Everyone is invited to make six different Día arts and crafts, like skull masks and sugar skull decorations. Live entertainment and dancers from Ballet Folklor…
  • 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM Chess ClubVictoria Public Library · 302 N. Main St., Victoria, TX
    Casual chess games in the Bronte Room. All levels, all ages welcome.
  • 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM First Baptist Church Hallelujah FestFirst Baptist Church · 301 N. Glass St., Victoria, TX
    Hallelujah Fest.
  • Nearby · Port Lavaca 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Boo-FestDowntown Port Lavaca
    Family-friendly Halloween bash: treats, bounce house, games, a costume contest at 7 (ages 0–6, 7–12, 13–99) and an outdoor movie at 8.
  • 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Beaner's Ink Trunk or TreatBeaner's Ink · 2806 N. Navarro St., Victoria, TX
    Trunk or treat.
  • 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Crown and Creed Halloween BashCrown and Creed Barber Lounge
    Halloween bash. More info on Facebook.
  • Vic’s Pick 6:00 PM Victoria MalloweenVictoria Mall
    Join us for a frightfully fun evening of trick-or-treating and shopping at Victoria Mall. There will be a candy giveaway at participating stores and a chance to win a $100 gift card.
  • 6:00 PM – 7:45 PM American Legion Trunk or TreatAmerican Legion
    Trunk or treat.
  • 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Florecita's Trunk or TreatFlorecita's
    Trunk or treat.
  • 8:00 PM Public Dance and Costume Contest with Cactus Country15736 FM-1686, Victoria, TX
    A public dance with a costume contest hosted by Cactus Country. Come dressed up to dance and compete.
  • Halloween Candy at Pizza HutPizza Hut (Zac Lentz Pkwy)
    Candy for the kids, and something for the adults too.

Sunday

November 1
  • Vic’s Pick 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM Community Ofenda and MovieDeLeon Plaza · 101 N. Main St., Victoria, TX
    A community ofrenda and a showing of Coco. You can bring a framed picture of a lost loved one for the ofrenda.

Monday

November 2
  • 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Author Talk with Harlan BryantVictoria Public Library · 302 N. Main Street, Victoria, TX
    An author event featuring Harlan Bryant discussing his new project, with an opportunity to hear him speak.
  • 6:30 PM VARRA Monday Night RunRiverside Stadium Parking Lot · Memorial Dr.
    Free weekly group run/walk hosted by the Victoria Area Road Runners Association. All levels welcome — just show up.

Tuesday

November 3
  • 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Pool Shark Tuesdays — Free PoolDodge City Saloon · 205 N Star Dr, Suite H, Victoria, TX
    Free pool on 8 tables every Tuesday 5–8 PM with drink specials. Open until 2 AM.
  • FREE KIDS MEAL TUESDAYS.Aero Crafters
    Bring kids and pets to enjoy free kids' meals on Tuesdays; pet-friendly patio available.

Wednesday

November 4
  • 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Victoria Farmers' MarketVictoria Farmers Market · 2805 N. Navarro St., Victoria, TX
    Fresh local produce, pastured meats, honey, baked goods, and more from Victoria's best vendors.
  • 6:30 PM VARRA Wednesday Night RunRiverside Stadium Parking Lot · Memorial Dr.
    Midweek group run/walk with VARRA. Free, all levels welcome.
  • 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM VAMA Rock & Blues Open MicAero Crafters · 309 E. Crestwood Dr., Victoria, TX
    Weekly open mic jam hosted by the Victoria Area Musicians Association. All skill levels welcome.
  • 7:00 PM – close Karaoke + Cantina NightLa Cantina Tacos & Tequila · 212 S Main St., Victoria, TX
    Weekly Wednesday karaoke downtown with margarita and drink specials.
  • 9:30 PM – 2:00 AM Wednesday Night KaraokeShooters Bar · 4705 N Navarro St., Victoria, TX
    Late-night karaoke hosted by DJ Shane. Big dance floor, drink specials.

Saturday

November 7

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November 13
  • Vic’s Pick 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM 55+ Resource ExpoGary Moses Community Center · 2905 East North Street, Victoria Texas, TX
    Navigating the next steps, a 55+ resource expo to learn and gather information to help the next chapter easier to navigate.

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December 11
  • Vic’s Pick 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Merry on MainDowntown Victoria
    Christmas on Main Street downtown.
  • Nearby · Cuero 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Cuero Christmas in DowntownDowntown Cuero
    Christmas in downtown Cuero, Friday and Saturday.

Saturday

December 12

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