Things to Do
Whether you are looking to shop, enjoy the local history or try the local cuisine, Abilene has a little something for everyone!
Welcome to Abilene!
Abilene is big on what matters: history, culture, innovation, and West Texas hospitality. Make a little time to stay and play, to see and feel authentic Texas, and do things you can’t find anywhere else. After all, Abilene owns bragging rights as the Storybook Capital of America. Plot your adventure today.
Abilene is big on what matters: history, culture, innovation, and West Texas hospitality.
Make a little time to stay and play, to see and feel authentic Texas, and do things you can’t find anywhere else. After all, Abilene owns bragging rights as the Storybook Capital of America. Plot your adventure today.
Restaurants
From traditional Texas BBQ to innovative farm-to-table fare, explore the array of restaurants that serve up both classic and contemporary flavors. Delight in local eateries that embody the spirit of West Texas…
Abilene Attractions
There's never a shortage of things to do while in Abilene! Check out our long list of attractions to fill up your trip to Abilene.
Where to Stay
Live Music
Designated a Music Friendly City by the State of Texas, Abilene has a long list of musical acts to discover all over town and all year round.
Art & Museum Events
Abilene is a great art destination with some of the best museums and galleries this state has to offer.
Abilene Districts
Abilene has something for everyone. Each district is filled with unique experiences.
Plan
Embark on your Abilene adventure with ease. This page is your go-to resource for crafting an unforgettable visit to our city. Find exclusive discounts, convenient transportation options, and essential visitor information, all…
There is Always Something Going on in Abilene!
Chair Yoga — New Time!
Festivals and Events Rose Park Senior Center 2625 S 7th St Abilene, TX 79605 (325) 676-6217 Website
Broadway in the Big Country
Events for Children Abilene Convention Center 1100 North 6th St Abilene, TX 79601 (325) 676-6211 Website
St. Patrick’s Day Shamrock Shuttles
Events for Children St. Patrick’s Day Shamrock Shuttles 5144 East Sam Houston Pkwy N #118, Houston, TX 77015 Houston, Texas 77015 (832) 843-9366 Website
Wild Days
Events for Children Abilene Zoo 2070 Zoo Ln Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 676-6085 Website
Spring Break: Happy City
Events for Children The National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature 102 Cedar St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 673-4586
Family Art Night
Festivals and Events The Grace Museum 102 Cypress St Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 673-4587
Johnny Ray Hubbard
Live Music Potosi Live 897 FM 1750 Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 529-3111
Cash & the Change
Live Music The Ice House at LSDG 173 Walnut St. Abilene, Texas 78601 (325) 232-7879
Pretty Woman: The Musical
Nightlife Abilene Convention Center 1100 North 6th Street Abilene, TX 79601 (325) 676-6211
DJ Kimblee & Ladies Night
Nightlife The Stairs 141 1/2 Oak St Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 352-5022
ACU Softball vs Southern Utah University (Double Header)
Sports Poly Wells Field 782 E Ambler Ave Abilene, Texas 79601 (719) 325-9508 Website
Dave Hobbs Live Blues Music
Live Music The Big Country Beer Garden 806 S. 2nd Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 704-3181
Mark Mercado
Live Music The Ice House at LSDG 173 Walnut St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 232-7879
Rick Trevino
Live Music Potosi Live 897 FM 1750 Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 529-3111
Smithsonian in the Gap
Events for Children 1350 Pecan 133 William Street Buffalo Gap, Texas 79508 (325) 280-3031 Website
Make & Take: Wildflower Collection Cards
Festivals and Events Abilene Public Library - Main Branch 202 Cedar Street Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 676-6025
Amateur Organization of Karate 2025 Wild Wild West Karate Championships
Sports The Dodge Jones Youth Sports Center 1042 Loop 322 Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 280-2305 Website
Vintage Marketplace 10 Year Anniversary Sale
Festivals and Events 1433 S 1st st 1433 S 1st st Abilene, Texas 79605 (325) 669-4247 Website
Saint Patricks Day Brunch
Festivals and Events Peacock Patio 536 Hickory St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 704-1061
ACU Softball vs Southern Utah University
Sports Poly Wells Field 782 E Ambler Ave Abilene, Texas 79601 (719) 325-9508 Website
Historic Reenactment of the 1884 Pine Street Shootout
Festivals and Events Frontier Texas - Parade Grounds 625 N. 1st Street Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 437-2800 Website
SoDA’s Shamrock the Block
Festivals and Events SoDA District Warehouse 806 South 2nd St. Abilene, Texas 79602 (808) 554-1471
GrainTheory’s 4th Annual St.Patrick’s Downtown Street Party
Festivals and Events Grain Theory 202 Pine Street Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 672-1504 Website
St. Patty’s Day Party
Festivals and Events Primal Brewing Company 834 S. 3rd Street Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 514-3800
Abby French
Live Music Betty Roses- South 3934 Catclaw Dr. Abilene, Texas 79606 (325) 698-8000
Kidd Callahan
Live Music The Ice House at LSDG 173 Walnut St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 232-7879
The Strange Whiskey Project/RnR Jukebox Duo
Live Music The Stairs 141 1/2 Oak St Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 352-5022
Make & Take: St. Patrick’s Day Charms
Festivals and Events Abilene Public Library - Main Branch 202 Cedar Street Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 676-6025
St.Patrick’s Day @ GrainTheory: Music Bingo
Nightlife Grain Theory 202 Pine Street Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 672-1504 Website
Long Monday Ft. Evan Christian & Friends
Live Music The Ice House at LSDG 173 Walnut St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 232-7879
Music Match Trivia
Festivals and Events The Ice House at LSDG 173 Walnut St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 232-7879
JT Haynes
Live Music Betty Roses- South 3934 Catclaw Dr. Abilene, Texas 79606 (325) 698-8000
Grayson Lee
Live Music The Ice House at LSDG 173 Walnut St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 232-7879
Rock Orchestra by Candlelight
Festivals and Events Abilene Auditorium 1100 North 6th Street ABILENE, Texas 79601 (325) 268-5018 Website
DJ Kimblee and Ladies Night
Nightlife The Stairs 141 1/2 Oak St Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 352-5022
Outlaws & Legends Music Fest
Festivals and Events Back Porch of Texas 3350 North Clack St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (719) 510-3506 Website