Area
Culture Downtown Brownwood
The historic Brownwood Lyric Theatre received the Best Downtown Partner Award during a City Council meeting after its nomination by the City of Brownwood was recognized at the 2026 Texas Downtown Annual Conference in Amarillo.
Culture Downtown Brownwood
A free reception will open the Salute to Veterans exhibit Thursday, Nov. 5, at the Brownwood Art Center in downtown Brownwood, where artwork by veterans will be displayed through Nov. 18.
Business & Openings Downtown Brownwood
Families can visit 21 participating downtown Brownwood businesses for the 18th Annual Downtown Trick-or-Treat from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, October 31, 2026. The free Halloween event also coincides with the final weekend of the Brownwood Lyric Theatre’s “Little Shop of Horrors.”
Culture Downtown Brownwood
Tickets are now on sale for the eighth annual Sipping Under the Stars, scheduled for Dec. 5 in Downtown Brownwood as part of the city’s Feels Like Christmas celebration.
Traffic & Construction Downtown Brownwood
The City of Brownwood is moving three Phase I Downtown Master Plan projects into competitive bidding, with construction expected to begin in the first quarter of 2027 and continue in phases for 18 to 24 months.
Culture Downtown Brownwood
Families across Brownwood and nearby communities have a full October calendar of Halloween events, including fall festivals, pumpkin patches, trunk-or-treats, a lantern festival and the 18th annual Downtown Brownwood Trick or Treat on Oct. 31.
Business & Openings Downtown Brownwood
The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce newsletter highlights a busy October 2026 schedule, including small-business networking, Howard Payne University UIL workshops, downtown celebrations, a new Early event venue and the 12th Annual Corks & Caps.
Culture Downtown Brownwood
The Brown County Museum of History’s annual Gala 2026 drew more than 200 people to the Brownwood Event Center, raising funds for children’s educational programming and previewing a 1955-themed show for next year.
Traffic & Construction Downtown Brownwood
Tickets are available for the Sept. 26 Comedy for CASA fundraiser at the Wild Duck Bar & Grill in Downtown Brownwood, featuring five Austin comedians, live music and support for children in foster care.
Culture Downtown Brownwood
Registration is open for float entries in Brownwood’s 2026 Christmas Under the Stars Christmas Parade, scheduled for Dec. 3 in historic Downtown Brownwood.
Culture Downtown Brownwood
The Brownwood Art Association will open its fifth annual Fiber and Textile Arts show, “Embellish!,” on Thursday, Sept. 3, at the Art Center in Downtown Brownwood. The denim-themed exhibit will include a Style Show, raffle and door prizes.
Business & Openings Downtown Brownwood
Brownwood City Council approved the purchase of 215 Center Ave., across from Pat Coursey Park, as the new home of the city’s Visitor Center. The $350,000 purchase will use Hotel Occupancy Tax fund reserves, with the move expected after the property closes in roughly one to one and a half months.
Culture Downtown Brownwood
Brownwood’s Downtown Preview Night will return Friday, Oct. 2, giving residents and visitors extended shopping hours, special offers and live music the evening before the Feels Like Home Festival.
Education Downtown Brownwood
Brownwood ISD improved its Texas Education Agency score from 78 to 83, earning a B rating, while leaders from 12 Brown County schools and colleges outlined enrollment, financial and academic developments at the annual Education in Brown County Luncheon.
Traffic & Construction Downtown Brownwood
The Brownwood Municipal Development District approved the PAVE Program and a revamped Building Improvement Incentive program to help downtown property owners and businesses prepare for construction planned for Fisk and Baker Avenues.
