Good morning, Beaumont.

Hiro, a 9-month-old Akita puppy at Beaumont Animal Care, was brought in on October 1 and is now ready for adoption in a loving home with a fenced yard that suits his energetic nature.

Today, local residents can attend the free Fire Festival at the Fire Museum of Texas from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., join the Walk to End Alzheimer’s at 8 a.m. at the Great Lawn, and enjoy Beaumont Oktoberfest at Rogers Park from 3 p.m. - 8 p.m. A free concert series also runs in Nederland with shows starting Thursday and continuing over the weekend.

At Memorial High School, Jamarquis Hudson earned the 6 Hit of the Week award—showing his skill on the baseball field.

Beaumont is launching its first Mayor’s Veterans Commission to link local veterans with city leaders—connecting them to vital resources.

The launch event is scheduled for Oct. 15 at 9 a.m.—at the Downtown Event Centre where veterans, families, and service organizations will learn more.

Gift of Life will host its annual 5K Ribbon Run and Monster Dash on October 25th to support cancer education and free screenings for breast, ovarian, prostate, and testicular cancers—services aimed at underserved individuals.

SETX high school football ended Friday night with Huntsville (29 to 39 over PN-G), Dayton (61 to 57 over Nederland), Galveston Ball (0 to 48 against Memorial), West Brook (20 to 26 to Lufkin), New Waverly (0 to 54 to Newton), Woodville (62 to 0 over Warren), Kountze (63 to 35 versus Trinity), Evadale (35 to 21 against West Hardin), Colmesneil (16 to 50 to Deweyville), Kelly (39 to 22 over Bay Are Christian), LC-M (17 to 14 against Hardin Jefferson), Bridge City (48 to 17 over Vidor), Huffman-Hargrave (22 to 45 to Lumberton), Anahuac (14 to 49 to Orangefield) and Coldspring-Oakhurst (18 to 45 to Kirbyville).

Today, Lamar football hosts Nicholls at Provost Umphrey Stadium at 3 p.m.—Lamar rides a three-game win streak with key players including defensive end Andrew Huff, running back Xavier Coleman, and receiver Kyndon Fuselier along with Nicholls’ quarterback Deuce Hogan and receiver Miequle Brock Jr. Nicholls comes off four straight losses and will try to break its losing streak in the conference opener—the matchup is set to shape each team’s season.

Porter Classic & Masters Pro Atlas Bodybuilding Show

9 a.m.-1 p.m. — Jefferson Theatre — Ticketed event — Watch incredible athletes compete in the art of bodybuilding at this prestigious local show.

Beaumont Comic Con 2025

October 17-19 — Ford Arena — Cost info not provided — The 7th Annual Beaumont Comic Con returns for an exciting weekend of comics and toy programming.

Free Family Arts Day

10 AM – 2 PM — Art Museum of Southeast Texas — Free entry — Enjoy a creative family day with exciting art projects themed around 'Eat-A-Bug'.

Bram Stoker's Dracula Performance

7-9 p.m. — Jefferson Theatre — Check for pricing — Witness the enchanting tale of Dracula as he makes his way to England and stirs up romance and chaos.

Classic Movie Night: The Phantom Of The Opera

7-9 p.m. — Jefferson Theatre — $10 — Experience the 1925 horror classic with a live organ score in a historic venue.

Farm to Fork Farmer’s Market

12-4 p.m. — Urban Roots Farm to table — Free entry — Celebrate fall with a local farmer's market highlighting community, culture, and cultivation.

Brothers of the Heart

7-10 p.m. — Lutcher Theater-Performing Arts — Tickets required — Experience the excitement as talented artists unite to create fresh and thrilling performances.

Halloween Bash at Soggy Bottom Saloon

9 p.m. — Soggy Bottom Saloon — Free entry with costume — Celebrate Halloween with a night full of fun, prizes, and festive costumes.