Inside Mineral Wells

10/11/2025

Great video from Mineral Wells Area News.

10/11/2025

10/10/2025

10/09/2025

Fresh lines, smooth pavement, and plenty of spots just waiting for you!
The new parking lot is open and looking sharp — the perfect excuse to stop by and shop local today! 🛍️🚙
Thank you to everyone who made this happen! We are so excited to have this amazing parking lot added for our downtown community!

10/04/2025

The Crazy Water Hotel is proud to unveil Oak & Third, its brand-new restaurant concept opening inside the historic hotel. The new dining experience will debut to the public on November 6, 2025, marking an exciting new chapter for the hotel’s culinary program.

Renowned chef Stefon Rishel has been appointed as Executive Chef and Director of Food and Beverage for The Crazy Water Hotel. Rishel will lead both the kitchen at Oak & Third and oversee the hotel’s broader food and beverage offerings, as well as extended culinary programming geared toward providing travelers and locals with unforgettable experiences.

Until October 26, Second Bar + Kitchen will continue to operate as usual. After that date, The Crazy Water Hotel will fully assume operations, ushering in a new era with the launch of Oak & Third.

Global Flavors, Texas Roots
Oak & Third will showcase globally inspired cuisine rooted in Texas ingredients, offering a diverse menu to satisfy every palate. From hand-cut steaks and chops to fresh Gulf seafood and locally sourced produce, the restaurant aims to become a standout destination.

Elevated Beverage Program
Guests can also expect a dramatically expanded beverage program, featuring an extensive back bar, curated wine list, and creative cocktails all designed to complement the bold flavors of the menu.

A Refreshed Atmosphere
In addition to the culinary transformation, the restaurant space is getting a thoughtful refresh. The new design will incorporate warm tones, vibrant accents, and elegant drapery that enhance the room’s iconic natural light preserving the charm the space is known for while introducing a new level of comfortable sophistication.

A Name with Meaning
Named for the hotel’s intersection at Oak Avenue and Third Street, Oak & Third pays homage to Mineral Wells’ rich heritage rooted in health and wellness as the name honors the original locations of the Crazy Hotel Bathhouse and Service Drugstore.

Hours & Expansion Plans
Oak & Third will maintain the current hours of operation through the end of 2025. In early 2026, the restaurant will expand to a full-service schedule, serving as the official restaurant and bar of The Crazy Water Hotel.

10/03/2025

Exciting & New!

Grab your sweetheart, family & friends this Saturday, October 4, 2025 at Zappe Park (200 Block of NW 1st Avenue, Mineral Wells, Texas) for horse-drawn carriage rides with TT Ranch and Carriage. 🐴🛞

Purchase your ticket onsite, load up, and enjoy a historic carriage tour through downtown Mineral Wells! Whether you are celebrating a special event, enjoying a weekend away or night out on the town!

15 minute rides every half hour from 4 PM – 8 PM. Weather permitting.

Come make a memory this weekend! 🌟 Let us know how you enjoyed this attraction!
EDIT:
T T Ranch And Carriage will have to answer the ticket cost question, as they are providing the experience - thank you for the comments!

10/03/2025

Your admission includes access to exciting stations and activities:

Pumpkin Bowling 🎳 (sponsored by Mountaineer Lanes)
Lasso Lane 🤠
Pumpkin Ring Toss & Tic-Tac-Toe
Corn Hole & Frisbee Horseshoes
Corn Pits 🌽
Children's Playhouse & Playscape Zone
Music Station 🎶
Giant Jenga
The Bale Zone & Treadyard
Scavenger Hunt Sheets (available in Admissions)
Adorable PUP-kin Patch 🐾 for your furry friends
Saturdays Only (11:00am-3:00pm) Hay Rides! 🚜

https://visitmineralwells.org/event/clark-gardens-pumpkin-patch-2/2025-10-03/

10/03/2025

Mineral Wells is in the October issue of Texas Parks & Wildlife.

10/01/2025

See more from the Inside Mineral Wells playlist created on YouTube:

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWPCz2JZWoPBrtTuSbZd1mlIcPx2jgPWg&si=M-Q4wvkDX5dVg2bf

The History of the Baker Hotel