Daily editionMonday, June 8th, 2026
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of June.
Community
Lubbock Parks and Recreation is hosting the Fit & Fun Festival on Saturday, June 20 at Aztlan Park from 1 to 4 p.m., offering activities such as flag football, an obstacle course, and a pop-up park for all ages.
Entry is free and no registration is needed.
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Culture
The 29th annual Wine and Clay Festival was held at Llano Estacado Winery on June 6 and concluded on Sunday, June 7, showcasing handmade pottery, live demonstrations, and wine tasting options for local art enthusiasts.
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Lubbock Events
Taylor Hunnicutt at The Blue Light
Wednesday, June 10th, 2026 · Time TBA — Blue Light, 1806 Buddy Holly Ave, Lubbock, TX — Cost TBA — Experience old-school southern music with modern flair from Alabama's own Taylor Hunnicutt.
Jay Sueños at Summer Showcase
Thursday, June 11th, 2026 · 5:30-7:30 p.m. — Buddy Holly Center — Free entry — Experience a vibrant evening of local music featuring Jay Sueños and a mix of fresh talent.
Luke Bryan Concert
Friday, June 12th, 2026 · 7:00–8:00 p.m. — United Supermarkets Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the country music sensation live in Lubbock.
Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp
Tuesday, June 16th, 2026 · June 16-18 — Apex Event Center — $97 for observing coaches — Rapidly enhance your ball handling and scoring skills while building confidence on the court.
Trekking the Texas State Parks with Author Jefferson Marshall
Thursday, June 18th, 2026 · 2-3 p.m. — George & Helen Mahon Public Library — Free entry — Discover Texas wildlife through interactive games and storytime with an author reading.
Teen Crafternoon: Mounted Dino Trophies
Friday, June 19th, 2026 · 2-3 p.m. — George & Helen Mahon Public Library — All supplies provided — Unleash creativity in crafting unique mounted dinosaur trophies for a prehistoric display.
Cotton Fest Classic Charity Golf Tournament
Monday, June 22nd, 2026 · 7 a.m. – 11:30 p.m. — Hillcrest Golf & Country Club — Benefits local charities — Tee off for a great cause at this exciting golf tournament.
Cotton Fest 2026
Thursday, June 25th, 2026 · June 25-27 — 11002 US-87 — Ticket prices vary — Experience top country music talents in the heart of Lubbock, Texas.
3rd Annual Ruck for Resilience
Saturday, June 27th, 2026 · 8 AM - 1 PM — He-Brews Coffee — Free entry — A community event for raising awareness about PTSD and suicide prevention for veterans and first responders.