Entertainment can be found throughout Temple. Music opportunities range from foot stomping outdoor concerts to more intimate settings featuring music at your favorite watering hole.
A full breakdown of local happenings can be found at discovertemple.com
Meanwhile, immerse yourself in Temple’s growing cultural and performing arts scene. See the talent of local artists come to life in the form of expansive murals and art train sculptures displayed around the downtown district. Discover live music, classical symphonies and orchestral societies, productions and theatrical performances, and inspirational art galleries. Awaken the artist in you and explore Temple’s rich cultural and performing arts community.
ACADEMIE MUSIQUE OF CENTRAL TEXAS
The Academie Musique of Central Texas features riveting and charming theatrical performances for all ages. The venue instructs students on a wide range of classes and musical styles to provide audiences with an incredible production of the season’s theatrical performances and distinguished concerts featuring local talent. Academie Musique of Central Texas showcases the range of talent that can be found right here in the city of Temple.
254.228.0691 H 317 N. 1ST ST. H AMCENTEX.ORG
CULTURAL ACTIVITIES CENTER (CAC)
The Cultural Activities Center is Temple’s premier venue for live music, art galleries, and private events. The CAC is home to several fine arts groups, such as the Central Texas Orchestral Society, Central Texas Film Society, Central Texas Art League, and The Contemporaries. From orchestral societies and performing arts groups to chart-topping musicians, The Cultural Activities Center hosts many exciting exhibits, theatrical performances, and musical acts
throughout the year. Witness the brilliance and talent of musical acts and artists on your next visit.
254.773.9926 H 3011 N. 3RD ST. H CACARTS.ORG
• Central Texas Art League hosts creative activities and gatherings, exhibitions, and group sessions to meet and talk with artists. This league inspires exploration, involvement, and enjoyment of the arts.
• Central Texas Film Society is a group of film enthusiasts that host events to watch movies and discuss the films. The film society hosts monthly events featuring classic and notable films, popcorn, and a special guest speaker who discusses the fascinating facts and context of the movie.
• Central Texas Orchestral Society is a musical society performing concerts and events through the Cultural Activities Center. Each year the concert series features new performances from national and international professional artists.
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• The Contemporaries help to provide arts-ineducation and the Hands-On program for children in the area and display some of the program’s projects at the Cultural Activities Center.
STERLE FINE ART STUDIO
Sterle Fine Art Studio specializes in oil paintings, art classes, and photography. Artist Susan Sterle creates mesmerizing artwork that captures the personality and joy of her subjects. From loving pets, memorable moments and events, and essential people in your life, Susan Sterle can craft a masterpiece to capture it all. The Sterle Fine Art Studio is located in downtown Temple.
8 N. 9TH ST. H 254.239.4737 H SUSANSTERLE.COM
TEMPLE CIVIC THEATRE
Where Broadway meets Central Texas, the Temple Civic Theatre is the venue for riveting performances of well-known, award-winning productions. The Temple Civic Theatre features a performance season for all ages and a youth performance season featuring cast members aged 7-18, with shows curated perfectly for a younger audience. With a new selection of plays and musicals hand-picked each year, you’ll find a new production to admire and enjoy on your next visit to the theatre.
2413 S. 13TH ST. H 254.778.4751
TEMPLECIVICTHEATRE.COM
TEMPLE COLLEGE JAZZ FEST
Temple College Jazz Fest is an annual event drawing in visitors from near and far. The college hosts top performing artists and student musicians, ranging in age from junior high to college, to bring a lively weekend of jazz to Temple. With clinics, competitions, and plenty of live music, Temple College Jazz Fest will provide the perfect entertainment for anyone visiting Temple during its duration. This festival occurs each spring and provides visitors with a look at the inspiring music and talent of Jazz musicians.
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COLLEGE MUSIC DEPARTMENT
Temple College Music Department is home to many skilled musicians and vocal talents. The department hosts various special events and concerts throughout the year for its student ensembles, soloists, and professional groups. Temple College has plenty of events and gatherings to entertain you while you’re here, such as orchestral concerts, symphonies, chorales, and theater. The Mary Alice Marshall Performing Arts Center is where many concerts and events, such as the Temple College Jazz Fest, take place.
2600 S. 1ST ST. H 254.298.8555
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TEMPLE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
The Temple Symphony Orchestra is one of Temple’s renowned, mesmerizing musical groups. The orchestra is comprised of some of the most talented professional musicians Bell County has to offer and provides a broad range of live music performances. Enjoy the stunning sounds of piano, strings, woodwinds, and brass at one of the extraordinary concerts hosted by the Temple Symphony Orchestra.
100 W. ADAMS AVE. H 254.778.6683
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