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Fall Bucket List Trip! Guess where?!?
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items Chip & Joanna!! Are you home? We are coming to Magnolia this fall in Waco, TX. Fall is a wonderful time to travel down south for a family or girls trip. I recently went to the Silobration Event at Magnolia in October 2024 and it was the perfect t...
This is the hub of activity for Fixer Upper fans. An entire experience build around shopping Chip and Joanna's favorite things. Enjoy a mix of shops, food and activities.
Visits - Magnolia
Did you know that Wiffle Ball was invented in Waco, TX. And at Magnolia they have their own field of dreams. You can use the field for no charge and even purchase your own bats and balls to use and take home. It's picturesque and fun for the entire f...
The Story Behind Katy Ballpark at the Silos Blog - Magnolia
Yes. It is worth the stop. These cupcakes taste as good as they look. Shop the classic flavors or some of their seasonal choices. They also have beverages and cookies to try. Don't worry if you see a line. They have great crowd management and keep th...
Cupcakes - Magnolia Bakery
It's worth a stop. The campus is beautiful. The bookstore is fun for some Texas souvineers and if you are big Chip and Joanna fans its where they went to school. You can even view the real Baylor BEAR.
Baylor University
This is about 10 minutes from downtown but easy access to the highway and lots of additional restaurants in the area. The rooms are spacious 2 bedrooms which is great for families or friend groups.
TownePlace Suites Waco South
Obsessed when I see a Chuy's when I travel. I love them so much I've even purchased a t-shirt from them. Don't forget to order the white cream dip. It's got the right amount of creamy + jalapeno spice.
Chuy's
It's the perfect pit-stop on your way to Waco from Dallas. If you've never been to a Buc-ees you will be amazed. They are full of food, gifts and thinks you didn't know you'd need. Also world famous large, clean bathrooms.
Buc-ee's
We had dinner at Milo's and I have to say everything was delicious. Start with a few apps. We were there on a Wednesday night and got several for ½ price. My fave was the Deviled Eggs. I also tried the fried Ocra. My meal choice was the salmon and co...
Milo
Although this isn't a fall activity, when I was in Magnolia this past fall this is one of the gifts I purchased (for myself)! They are incredible. Useful and pretty! Make a great gift.
Walnut and Copper Measuring Spoons
In a day and age when I can google or ask Alexa for any recipe it is rare that I turn to a traditioanl cookbook but this is the exception. And since I'm chatting all things Magnolia I wanted to share one of my favorite cookbooks. I use it so much the...
Joanna Gaines: Magnolia Table: A Collection of Recipes for Gathering (Hardcover)
Another favorite cookbook of mine. I love to give this as a gift as well. It's well-used and I've never been disappointed in a recipe yet. Get both editions. They are a great compliment to each other.
Joanna Gaines: Magnolia Table, Volume 2: A Collection of Recipes for Gathering (Hardcover)
We were in Waco for 2 nights and we had Heritage Creamry ice cream both nights. It is right near the Baylor campus and not far from our hotel. It had a fun seating area inside to hang out. You can sample the flavors before you buy as well. Warning! T...
Heritage Creamery
My fall trip to Waco was inspired by the Silobrations event hosted by Magnolia. It has a mix of vendors, shops, food trucks, music and activities for all ages. All of the Magnolia corporate office employees hit the town to support the event. Find sup...
Magnolia's Silobration Event in Waco, TX
If you'd like to stay with a Magnolia restaurant for dinner try Bertie's rooftop experience. It is in the hotel renovated by Fixer Upper on one of their Magnolia specials.
Bertie's on the Rooftop | Rooftop Dining | Restaurants in Waco, TX
A southern favorite. Grab your favorite tea drink to stay refreshed in the Texas sun. Even better, you can buy tea to make at home of your favorite flavors.
HTeaO - Waco (7th & Cleveland)