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Monday, October 12, 2026 | Website-only update
October community events and a developing storm system top today's update.
What's New This Afternoon
Hub City Renaissance Faire returns October 24
LHUCA's fourth annual Hub City Renaissance Faire is set for Saturday, October 24, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at 511 Avenue K. The “Return to the Shire” event features live performances, artisan vendors and food. Admission is $5; children 12 and younger enter free.
Source: LHUCA official event information.
Free tribute to first responders planned October 24
An organizer-submitted flyer announces a free appreciation program Saturday, October 24, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center Theater, 1501 Mac Davis Lane. The flyer lists choir entertainment, community speakers, emergency vehicles for children and food-box distribution afterward while supplies last.
Source: organizer-submitted flyer. Information: 806-777-1902.
Know Before You Go
Tuesday storms: The National Weather Service's Monday outlook highlights a severe-storm threat Tuesday afternoon and evening, October 13. Heavy rain and localized flooding could become more significant Wednesday and Thursday. Check the latest watches and warnings before travel or outdoor events. NWS Lubbock forecast.
72nd Street: City-announced gas-line work affects 72nd Street between Kewanee and Milwaukee avenues. Scheduled completion is October 14, weather permitting.
Tomorrow & This Week
Date | Event | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
Tue. Oct. 13 | Lubbock ISD town hall | 5:30 p.m. | Byron Martin ATC |
Tue. Oct. 13 | Celtic Thunder | 7:30 p.m. | Buddy Holly Hall |
Thu. Oct. 15 | Verdi Requiem | 7:30 p.m. | Buddy Holly Hall |
Oct. 15–18 | Pumpkin Trail | Varies | Lubbock Arboretum |
Sat. Oct. 17 | Texas Tech vs. Arizona State | 2:30 p.m. | Jones AT&T Stadium |
Sat. Oct. 17 | Theresa Caputo Live! The Experience | 7:30 p.m. | Buddy Holly Hall — Helen DeVitt Jones Theater |
Sat. Oct. 24 | First-responder tribute | 10 a.m.–noon | Civic Center Theater |
Sat. Oct. 24 | Hub City Renaissance Faire | 11 a.m.–7 p.m. | LHUCA, 511 Avenue K |
Election 2026 — Reader Resource
The Chronicle's sample ballot is an unofficial composite reference; your official ballot depends on your precinct. Early voting begins October 19. Find your official ballot and voting information at Lubbock County Elections.
LubbockChronicle.com is updated each afternoon with new developments.
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