10/22/2026
** Looking for something fun to do around the Hub City? We’ve got you covered! Check out these major local happenings, concerts, and sports events hitting Lubbock over the next week—completely Halloween-free! 🤠🏈🎶
🎸 LIVE AT COOK'S GARAGE
Get your boots ready because Cook's Garage is packed with action this week!
• Josh Ward Live & PRCA Rodeo Slack: Catch country artist Josh Ward alongside PRCA rodeo action at the Bus Barn. Friday, Oct. 23 at 8:00 PM.
• Koe Wetzel: The Night Champion Tour: Koe Wetzel takes over the main stage with special guests Wade Bowen and Kolby Cooper. Friday, Oct. 30 at 6:45 PM.
🏈 FOOTBALL & COLLEGE SPORTS
• Texas Tech Red Raiders Football: No. 8 Texas Tech hits the road to face the Cincinnati Bearcats! Fire up the TV stands, grab your favorite bar seating, and cheer them on. Saturday, Oct. 24 at 11:00 AM.
• Texas Tech Women’s Volleyball: Head out to the United Supermarkets Arena as the Red Raiders take on the UCF Knights. Friday, Oct. 23.
• Texas Tech Men's Basketball Exhibition: Catch the No. 19 Red Raiders taking on No. 23 Kentucky in a massive Friday night exhibition matchup at the arena. Friday, Oct. 23.
• Friday Night Lights High School Football: Local rivals clash as Lubbock High takes on Frenship Memorial at Peoples Bank Stadium in Wolfforth! Friday, Oct. 23 at 7:00 PM.
🎪 COMMUNITY & FUN EVENTS
• Hub City Renaissance Faire: Step back in time with live entertainment, vendors, artisan crafts, and medieval fun. Saturday, Oct. 24 from 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
• Blue October Concert: Experience the alternative rock power of Blue October live in the Helen DeVitt Jones Sculpture Court. Friday, Oct. 23 at 8:00 PM.
• Jon "Polar Bear" Gonzalez Stand-Up: Need a laugh? Texas-based comedian Jon Gonzalez is delivering a powerhouse comedy show at Jake's Sports Cafe. Friday, Oct. 23 at 8:00 PM.
Drop a comment below and tell us which events you're hitting up this weekend! 👇✨
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