Rockwall and Heath residents can choose from at least seven community events between Saturday, Sept. 19 and Saturday, Oct. 24.
The Rockwall County Herald-Banner's Around Town column published Sept. 15 lists the full slate. Here are the highlights.
Black and White Casino Night — Saturday, Sept. 19
Soroptimist International of Rockwall holds its seventh annual Black and White Casino Night at the Venue at Boyd Farm. The evening benefits the group's programs for women and children. The lineup includes Eddie Deen's barbecue, casino games with gift-basket selections, live and silent auctions and live music. The dress theme is "Texas Glam."
Fish the Rock Fishing Derby — Saturday, Sept. 26
The Rockwall Police Department and Rockwall County Crime Stoppers host the first Fish the Rock Fishing Derby at Phelps Lake. Registration opens at 8:30 a.m., and lines go in the water at 9 a.m. Three age divisions compete: 5–8, 9–11 and 12–14, each with its own awards.
Firefighters' Ball — Saturday, Oct. 3
The Rockwall Firefighters Association holds its annual ball at the Hilton in Rockwall. This year's event honors firefighters Tim Sullivan and Ted Carpenter. Tickets and sponsorships are on sale at [email protected].
Concert by the Lake — Thursday, Oct. 8 and Thursday, Oct. 15
The free Concert by the Lake series returns to The Harbor for two Thursday evenings, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The King Lives, an Elvis tribute band, opens the run Oct. 8. Buffett Beach Band, a Jimmy Buffett tribute act, plays Oct. 15. Rockwall earned the Music Friendly Texas designation in 2024, and the Concert by the Lake series helped the city land it, according to an October 2024 city newsletter.
Oct. 24: Three events, one Saturday
Saturday, Oct. 24 is the busiest day on the fall calendar.
The Aspasians Fall Marketplace runs 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Wilkerson-Sanders Memorial Stadium, 1201 T.L. Townsend Drive. Admission is free. The marketplace is the Aspasians' largest fundraiser for college scholarships benefiting Rockwall County students. The group has awarded more than $1.5 million in scholarships to local graduates, according to the Herald-Banner. More than 200 vendors typically participate.
Scare on the Square takes over downtown Rockwall from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. with trick-or-treating at Boo Booths, bounce houses and a hay maze, according to the city's event page. Rockwall Parks and Recreation is still accepting booth applications from businesses and community groups.
The City of Heath hosts a free shredding event from 8 a.m. to noon at Towne Center Park. The event is open only to Heath residential utility and trash customers. Shredded paper will be recycled.
Fall calendar at a glance
- Saturday, Sept. 19 — Black and White Casino Night, Venue at Boyd Farm
- Saturday, Sept. 26 — Fish the Rock Fishing Derby, Phelps Lake, 8:30 a.m.
- Thursday, Oct. 1 — Entry deadline for Rockwall Talent Live
- Saturday, Oct. 3 — Firefighters' Ball, Hilton Rockwall
- Thursday, Oct. 8 — Concert by the Lake, The Harbor, 7 p.m.
- Thursday, Oct. 15 — Concert by the Lake, The Harbor, 7 p.m.
- Saturday, Oct. 24 — Aspasians Fall Marketplace, Wilkerson-Sanders Stadium, 8:30 a.m.; Scare on the Square, downtown Rockwall, 2 p.m.; Heath free shredding event, Towne Center Park, 8 a.m.
