Anna's Boo Bash Returns to Slayter Creek Park with 100-Plus Vendors and Free Family Fun
The Greater Anna Chamber of Commerce's annual Boo Bash brings costumes, food trucks, inflatables, and a kids' contest to Slayter Creek Park this October.
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How BarnHill Vineyards Became Anna's Unlikely Live-Music Hub This Fall
From string quartets to Halloween rock shows, BarnHill Vineyards is hosting a run of fall events that reveal something about Anna's evolving cultural appetite.
Haunt the Halls Returns to Anna City Hall on October 30
Anna City Hall opens its doors for a family Halloween treat event on Oct. 30, with city departments and local nonprofits handing out goodies.
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How Anna's 'Helmet Up' Program Is Teaching Young Riders to Be Safe — One Ice Cream Voucher at a Time
Anna police officers are hitting the streets this fall to reward kids 16 and under for riding safely on bikes, scooters, and e-bikes.
Anna's Adults 50+ Programs Are Bringing Bingo, Crafts, and Community Together This Fall
The City of Anna has two upcoming programs for adults 50 and older this October — prize bingo and a hands-on fall crafting session.
Boo Bash Returns to Slayter Creek Park on October 17
The Greater Anna Chamber of Commerce brings its free annual Halloween festival back to Slayter Creek Park with 100+ vendors, food trucks, and a kids' costume contest.
Anna High School Is Hosting a Free FAFSA Workshop. Here Is Why That Matters for Local Families.
Anna High School hosts a free FAFSA completion workshop on Oct. 28 to help students and families navigate federal financial aid.
From Yoga in the Plaza to Big Tex: Anna's City-Sponsored Programs Pack October with Options
The City of Anna is running free and low-cost programs this month — here are the dates, details, and who each one is for.
A Gym, a Needle, and a Reason to Show Up: Anna High School Hosts a Community Blood Drive
On Oct. 15, Anna High School opens its Assembly Hall for a Carter BloodCare blood drive from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. — open to the whole community.
Things to Do in Anna, TX
A local guide to the best parks, restaurants, breweries, and attractions in Anna, TX — real places worth your time.
The Coyotes Are Getting Loud: Anna High School Sets a School-Wide Pep Rally for October 22
Anna High School hosts a school-wide pep rally for the Coyotes on Oct. 22 from 1:33 to 2:33 PM — a midday burst of school spirit open to the whole campus.
Anna's Boo Bash Returns to Slayter Creek Park on October 17
The Greater Anna Chamber of Commerce brings its annual Halloween festival back to Slayter Creek Park with 100+ vendors, food trucks, and a kids' costume contest.
Moving to Anna, TX: A Newcomer's Guide
Everything new residents need to know about Anna, TX — neighborhoods, schools, parks, shopping, and daily life in one of Collin County's fastest-growing cities.
Block by Block: How Anna's National Night Out Turns Neighbors Into a Community
On October 6, Anna residents host block parties citywide to build bonds with neighbors and local police and fire departments.
Anna's Chamber Keeps the Coffee Hot and the Conversations Going This October
The Greater Anna Chamber of Commerce hosts two Coffee & Connections breakfasts in October, giving local members a regular place to connect.
Things To Do in Anna
Full Guide →Anna Depot & Museum
The 1885 depot at Sherley Avenue and 4th Street — the oldest surviving railroad station in Texas — now a free local history museum open the 2nd and 4th Saturday each month.
Slayter Creek Park
Anna's all-in-one recreation hub at 425 W Rosamond Pkwy: ball fields, tennis and basketball courts, a splash pad, a skate park, and a 3,600-foot walking trail.
Natural Springs Park
A quiet, spring-fed park with pond views, walking paths, and a shaded gazebo with grills for a low-key cookout.
Sherley Heritage Park
The downtown park at 101 S Sherley Ave that holds the restored depot, a community-built train-themed playground, and a pavilion.
Anna Community Library
The city library, hosting programs from Nature Walks and Intro to Pickleball to Prize Bingo and crafting for all ages.
Anna Town Center
The retail hub at US-75 and FM 455 anchored by everyday shopping and dining as the town keeps growing.
Historic Downtown Anna
The original town core around Sherley Avenue and the 1885 depot — the heart of Anna's civic life, its heritage festivals, and a cluster of downtown eateries.
Roma's Italian Bistro
A family-owned Italian kitchen at 111 N Powell Pkwy serving fresh pastas and pizzas daily — one of Anna's favorite sit-down dinners.
Gar Hole
A downtown hole-in-the-wall bar and grill at 106 Houston St with ice-cold beer, hearty bar food, and live entertainment.
Geer Park
A 25-acre tract of parkland east of Sixth and Smith Streets, one of the larger green spaces the city is growing into as Anna expands.