THE BIGGEST MAGNOLIA EVENT YET, as Chip and Joanna Gaines announced they have completed the final logistical blueprint for their eight week Magnolia festival “We secured fifty artisan vendors and carefully structured the entire layout” they revealed after months of relentless preparation…

Spring at the Silos Returns to Waco in 2026
The annual Spring at the Silos celebration is returning to Magnolia Market at the Silos in 2026, marking another year of seasonal activities created by Chip Gaines and Joanna Gaines.
Weekend Events and Activities
Visitors can expect a wide range of free outdoor programming throughout the spring season. Activities typically include live music performances, vendor pop-ups, family-friendly games, and interactive experiences throughout the grounds.
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1st Friday Waco celebrations on March 6 and April 3, featuring extended shopping hours, food trucks, and live entertainment across downtown Waco.
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Educational appearances from Cameron Park Zoo, with Discovery Table exhibits on March 12, March 26, and April 16 where visitors can learn about wildlife and animal habitats.
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Storytime sessions with zoo educators on March 19, April 2, and April 23.
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Outdoor Movie Night on March 20, featuring the family film The Parent Trap shown on the Silos lawn.
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Easter Egg Hunt on April 4, a popular annual tradition for families visiting the grounds.
Creative Workshops
In addition to free activities, ticketed workshops will be offered during the event. These include sessions focused on crafting, art, and games such as Mahjong lessons, watercolor painting, floral pressing, and garden-themed crafts.
The Magnolia Campus Experience
The Silos complex has grown significantly since the Gaines family first redeveloped the property. Today the campus includes Magnolia Market retail spaces, Silos Baking Co., Magnolia Press, food trucks, green spaces, and additional Magnolia hospitality destinations around the city.
Each spring event draws visitors from across the United States who travel to Waco to experience the Magnolia brand’s signature mix of design, community gathering, and family activities.
For many visitors, Spring at the Silos has become one of the most anticipated seasonal traditions connected to the Magnolia experience.

