Taylor, Texas Fall Community Update: What’s Happening Around Town This October
By Christi Davidson | Christi Davidson Real Estate Group
Raised Here. Christi Knows Taylor.
www.callchristi.com
October is here, and Taylor is heading into one of my favorite times of the year.
There is always something special about fall in our hometown — cooler mornings, community events, local businesses bringing people together, and plenty of opportunities to get outside and reconnect with neighbors.
I was raised here in Taylor, and while our community has certainly grown and changed over the years, that sense of connection is still one of the things I love most about calling Taylor home.
As a proud member of the Greater Taylor Chamber of Commerce, I wanted to share some of the events, activities and community news highlighted in the Chamber’s October 2 weekly newsletter — along with a few easy links so you can learn more and get involved.
A big thank you to the Greater Taylor Chamber of Commerce and its team for continuing to keep our community connected and informed. The Chamber describes this fall as an especially active season for Taylor, with opportunities to support local businesses, build relationships and participate in what’s happening around town. Oct 2nd TCoC Newsletter
First, A Little Taylor Pride
If you attended Fiesta Taylor 2026, you already know what a great example it was of the spirit of our community.
The Chamber reports that more than 3,000 people gathered at Heritage Square Park for an evening celebrating culture, music, food and local businesses. Oct 2nd TCoC Newsletter
That is the Taylor I love — people showing up.
And there is plenty more ahead.
Coming Up Around Taylor
Chamber Golf Tournament — October 16
The Taylor Chamber of Commerce 4-Person 18-Hole Scramble is scheduled for Friday, October 16 at Mustang Creek Golf Course, 1102 Beech Street in Taylor.
The Chamber's calendar lists the event from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Oct 2nd TCoC Newsletter
Golf Tournament Details & Registration
Whether you are playing or simply supporting the local business community, this is always a good opportunity to connect with people from across Taylor.
PaddlePalooza Comes to Murphy Park — October 17
Pickleball fans have another reason to get outside this month.
Impact Counseling Services' 3rd Annual PaddlePalooza Pickleball Fundraiser is scheduled for October 17 at Murphy Park in Taylor.
The event is designed for multiple skill levels, with 24 teams, four pools and two brackets, and proceeds support school-based mental health services.
Register for PaddlePalooza
PaddlePalooza Sponsorship Information
Chamber Business Luncheon — October 19
The Chamber's next Monthly Chamber Business Luncheon is Monday, October 19 from 11:30 AM–1:00 PM, featuring Amanda Irving, Assistant Vice President of Philanthropic Planning at The University of Texas at Austin. Oct 2nd TCoC Newsletter
Business Luncheon Registration
The Chamber's business luncheons are one of the many ways local business owners, community leaders and organizations stay connected as Taylor continues to grow.
It’s 5:12 in the 512 — October 20
This one has a very Taylor name.
The Chamber's “It’s 5:12 in the 512” Networking After Hours is scheduled for Tuesday, October 20 from 5:00–6:30 PM at Tequila Ranch Events, 3320 County Road 405 in Taylor. Oct 2nd TCoC Newsletter
The evening is designed around exactly what makes these gatherings valuable: connect, collaborate and grow while meeting members of Taylor's business community.
Learn More About 5:12 in the 512
Sweet Claw Ribbon Cutting — October 21
Here's one for the kids — and those of us who never really outgrow Blue Bell ice cream.
Sweet Claw Ice Cream & Claw Machines is holding its ribbon cutting Wednesday, October 21 at 417 N. Main Street, Suite A in Taylor.
The celebration runs from 4:00–6:00 PM, with the official ribbon cutting at 5:00 PM, plus Blue Bell ice cream, shakes and a special $1 soft-serve promotion. Oct 2nd TCoC Newsletter
Add the Ribbon Cutting to Your Calendar
Another locally focused business opening its doors is always worth celebrating.
Good Life Taylor 5K & Fair — October 10
For those looking to get moving, the 14th Annual Good Life Taylor 5K & Fair is scheduled for October 10 at Bull Branch Park.
The event includes the 5K, kids' race and community activities.
Track Time & Walk 2 Run
You don't have to wait for a race to start moving.
The Chamber also highlighted Track Time & Walk 2 Run, held every Tuesday and Thursday at 6:30 PM. The program is designed for beginners as well as people returning to running and offers drop-in, class-pack and monthly options. Oct 2nd TCoC Newsletter
Taylor Parks & Recreation Programs
Shepherd's Heart: An Opportunity to Help Our Neighbors
Community isn't only about events. It's also about taking care of one another.
Shepherd's Heart Food Community Ministry continues to provide emergency food support in Taylor and is seeking both financial contributions and volunteers.
The Chamber newsletter lists grocery pickup on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30–3:00 PM and Saturdays from 8:30–10:30 AM, along with a vegetable pickup on the second Monday of each month. Oct 2nd TCoC Newsletter
Learn More or Support Shepherd's Heart
If you're looking for a direct way to make a difference here at home, this is a great local organization to know about.
Veterans Day Breakfast — November 11
Looking a little farther ahead, Graham D. Luhn American Legion Post 39 is planning its Veterans Day Breakfast for November 11.
Because of renovations at the Legion Hall, this year's breakfast is scheduled to take place at Knights of Columbus Hall, 2201 E. 4th Street in Taylor, from 7:00–9:00 AM, honoring all who served.
As a community, Taylor has a long tradition of supporting veterans and military families, and this is another event worth putting on the calendar.
METT: The Future of Manufacturing and Education
Taylor's growth isn't happening in isolation.
On November 4, the METT Community Conversation 2026 will bring leaders from Manor, Elgin and Taylor together to discuss the future of manufacturing and education.
The Chamber describes the event as a regional conversation connecting businesses, educators and community leaders to strengthen partnerships and continued regional success. Oct 2nd TCoC Newsletter
With the amount of investment and employment growth occurring east of Austin, these conversations matter enormously to Taylor's future.
More Community Events on the Horizon
The Chamber newsletter also highlights a busy lineup throughout October and November, including the Bluebonnet Horse Expo and Rescue Horse Training Challenge at the Williamson County Expo Center, the Tim Bartosh Memorial Golf Tournament, community fundraisers and additional local activities.
Rather than trying to keep track of everything in one place, here are several excellent Taylor-area calendars worth bookmarking:
- Greater Taylor Chamber of Commerce Events
- City of Taylor Community Connections Newsletter
- Williamson County Expo Center
- Old Taylor High
- Taylor Parks & Recreation
- Coupland Dance Hall
Those resources are also specifically recommended by the Chamber as places to follow local news and entertainment calendars. Oct 2nd TCoC Newsletter
Taylor's Business Community Keeps Growing
One of the more interesting parts of this week's Chamber update is the number of businesses and organizations continuing to join and invest in our area.
And I'm especially pleased to share that the Christi Davidson Real Estate Group was welcomed as a new Chamber member this month.
The Chamber described me as a top-producing Broker Associate and trusted real estate advisor serving Greater Austin and Taylor for nearly three decades. Oct 2nd TCoC Newsletter
That Chamber membership matters to me because Taylor isn't simply another market we serve.
This is home.
I grew up here. I've watched Taylor evolve. I've seen neighborhoods change, businesses open, families arrive, families stay, and generations of Taylor residents continue to build their lives here.
That's why our message is pretty simple:
Raised Here. Christi Knows Taylor.
Knowing Taylor means more than knowing the MLS.
It's understanding why one street feels different from another. It's knowing Taylor's history while also understanding where the community is heading. It's being connected to local businesses, neighborhoods, schools, landowners, builders and the people who make Taylor what it is.
And increasingly, it means helping people understand the extraordinary changes taking place throughout eastern Williamson County.
Thinking About Buying, Selling or Investing in Taylor?
Maybe you're thinking about moving to Taylor.
Maybe you've owned property here for decades and are wondering what all this growth means for its value.
Maybe you're considering selling land, buying acreage, purchasing a new home, investing in rental property or simply trying to understand what's changing around you.
That's where having someone who knows the community — not just the current inventory — can make a difference.
If you have a question, ask me.
It doesn't have to start with a listing appointment.
Sometimes the best real estate conversation starts with:
“Christi, what are you seeing?”
I'm always happy to talk Taylor.
Christi Davidson
Broker Associate | Christi Davidson Real Estate Group
eXp Realty | Luxury | Land & Ranch
512-426-7399
www.callchristi.com
Raised Here. Christi Knows Taylor.
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