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Celebrating 50 Years of The ColonyTake a tour through the past fifty years in The Colony’s history and find details on special anniversary events!City of The Colony · 
Upcoming Holidays and Trash/Recycling ImpactsLooking ahead to the holidays, residents are advised of the following trash/recycling collection delays for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.City of The Colony · 
Inside The Colony PodcastInside The Colony is the City’s official podcast, featuring conversations with the people behind the projects, services and initiatives shaping our community. Listen, follow or subscribe on your favorite podcast platform.City of The Colony · 
Unofficial Election Results and Runoff Election DetailsThe unofficial results from the Nov. 3, 2026, City Council Election are as follows:City of The Colony · 
The Colony Christmas Spectacular Lights Up December 5Turn up the holiday music and enjoy the lights! The Colony Christmas Spectacular returns December 5 through January 3 with a free light show choreographed to seasonal favorites.City of The Colony · 
Light Up the Holidays at the Parade of LightsFind your spot and get ready for a sparkling evening! The Parade of Lights returns Saturday, December 5, at 6:45 p.m. Registration is open for those who want to join the fun.City of The Colony · - Celebrate the Season at Holiday in the Park on December 5Gather the family for an evening of holiday fun! Holiday in the Park returns to Perryman Park on Saturday, December 5, with festive performances, activities, rides and a holiday lighted trail.City of The Colony ·
American Heroes FestivalHonor, celebrate, and come together at American Heroes on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 12 to 8:30 p.m. at The Athletic Club. This patriotic community tradition features ceremonies, live entertainment, attractions, and family fun all day long.City of The Colony · - General Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3. Four city council races are on the ballot, in addition to numerous other races.City of The Colony ·
- Early Voting for Nov. 3 Election Runs Oct. 19-30Early voting for the Nov. 3, 2026, General Election is Oct. 19 to Oct. 30. Locally, early voting will be held at The Colony Annex Building, 6804 Main St.City of The Colony ·
National Drug Take Back 2026On Saturday October 24th, 2026 The Colony Police Department stage a Pharmaceutical Take Back Initiative at The Colony City Hall Building from 10am - 2pm.City of The Colony · 
Cinema Frights: Hocus Pocus on October 24Our October Cinema Nights event is getting a spooky makeover! Join us for Cinema Frights featuring Hocus Pocus on Saturday, October 24, at 7:30 p.m. at Stewart Creek Park, following Family Fright Fest.City of The Colony · 
Family Fright Fest Creeps Back Oct. 24 for a Spooktacular EveningGhosts, goblins, and good times are heading to Stewart Creek Park for Family Fright Fest on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 3 to 7 p.m. Get ready for a Halloween celebration packed with thrills, treats, and family fun.City of The Colony · - City Council Lowers Tax Rate, Adopts 2026-27 BudgetThe Colony City Council adopted the fiscal year 2026-27 budget and approved a new property tax rate of $0.6275 per $100 of taxable value, reflecting a quarter-cent reduction from the current rate.City of The Colony ·
- American Heroes FestivalHonor, celebrate, and come together at American Heroes on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 12 to 8:30 p.m. at The Athletic Club. This patriotic community tradition features ceremonies, live entertainment, attractions, and family fun all day long.City of The Colony ·
Owl & Howl Prowl set for Oct. 28Join Keep The Colony Beautiful and Texas Master Naturalist Donna Cole for a night of adventure and wildlife along the Shoreline Trail.City of The Colony · 
KTCB invites entries for Recycled Art ProjectBegin preparing your recycled artwork now for the third annual KTCB Recycled Art Project contest!City of The Colony · 
Cops vs Fire Fighters Chicken Tender ContestThe Colony Police Department and The Colony Fire Department will be competing in the first annual Pops-Stroke Chicken Tender eating contest.City of The Colony · 
Catalytic Converter Etching EventThe Colony Police Department will be hosting a Catalytic Converter Etching Event this Friday, September 25th, 2026 from 8:30am to 12:30pm.City of The Colony · - Sanitary Sewer Smoke Testing ScheduledOn Thursday and Friday, Oct. 1 and 2, the Wastewater division will complete a smoke-testing program on portions of the wastewater system from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day.City of The Colony ·