Good morning, Lubbock.

October in Lubbock brings many family events; haunted houses at Nightmare on 19th Street run until November 1 and Phil Wickham will perform on October 15 at United Supermarkets Arena—giant dinosaurs at Jurassic Quest x Brick Fest from October 24 to 26 and science carnivals add more fun to the month. A rodeo on October 22–23, a pub crawl on October 25, and other local events offer options for all ages.

Texas Tech kicks off its Homecoming Week today at noon at the Student Union Building North Plaza, with a documentary premiere on Tuesday, a parade and pep rally with bonfire on Friday, and a football game on Saturday at Jones AT&T Stadium—all events are open to the public.

Every Saturday, Lubbock residents can visit local farmers markets that offer fresh produce, artisan foods and live music—Wolfforth Market runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at County Rd 7100 while Downtown and Idalou markets provide a more relaxed shopping experience.

Oncology Massage and Skin Care Course

October 10-12 — Oceans Massage — Course fee applicable — Gain foundational knowledge in oncology massage and skin care with expert instruction.

Texas Tech Red Raiders vs. Kansas Jayhawks

11:59 PM – 1:29 AM — Jones AT&T Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Watch a thrilling college football matchup as the Red Raiders host the Jayhawks.

Phil Wickham Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — United Supermarkets Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience uplifting worship music with Phil Wickham during the Air1 Worship Now Tour.

2025 SPKF FREE Kidney Disease Symposium

9 AM – 3 PM — CenterPointe Event Center — Free entry — Empower yourself with knowledge about kidney disease at this informative symposium.

Narnia Musical Performance

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Moonlight Musicals Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience C.S. Lewis's enchanting tale come to life in musical form.

2025 NPC West Texas Showdown

9 AM – 12 PM — Lubbock Memorial Civic Center — Cost details not provided — Witness the best in bodybuilding at this regional competition.

Colorado Buffaloes vs Texas Tech Red Raiders Women's Volleyball

6-7:30 p.m. — United Supermarkets Arena — Tickets available — Catch an exciting women's volleyball match featuring the Colorado Buffaloes taking on the Texas Tech Red Raiders.

CPTSC Conference 2025

12:00 AM — Texas Tech University — Free entry — Engage with leaders in technical and scientific communication at this annual conference.

The Kody Norris Show - Bluegrass Special

7-9 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $22.50-$54 — Experience a bluegrass revival with dynamic instrumentation and nostalgic charm from the talented Kody Norris Show.

Halloween Pub Crawl in Lubbock

4:30-9 p.m. — Tom's Daiquiri Place — Tickets required — Experience a thrilling Halloween pub crawl with contests, prizes, and spooky fun.