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!
Liverpool Legends “The Complete Beatles Experience”
Events for Children Paramount Theatre 352 Cypress Street Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 676-9620 Website
Shane Terrell & The Stumblers
Live Music The Ice House 173 Walnut St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 704-2499
Key City Volleyball 2025 Key City Volleyball Spring Fever
Sports Dodge Jones Youth Sports Facility 1042 Loop 322 Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 437-1852 Website
Crawfish Boil
Live Music Betty Roses South 3934 Catclaw Dr Abilene, Texas 79606 (325) 698-8000
Zoobilation Gala
Festivals and Events Abilene Zoo 2070 Zoo Ln Abilene, TX 79602 (325) 676-6085
Erick Willis
Live Music The Big Country Beer Garden 806 S. 2nd Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 704-3181 Website
Secondhand Prophets
Live Music Heffs Burger & Bar - South 4310 Buffalo Gap Rd Abilene, Texas 79606 (325) 232-6715
JAK Creek Band
Live Music The Ice House 173 Walnut St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 704-2499
Abilene Philharmonic Orchestra Presents “To Whitney, With Love”
Live Music Abilene Convention Center 1100 N 6th Street Abilene , TX 79601 (325) 677-6710 Website
Women of Outstanding Achievement Luncheon
Festivals and Events McMurry University Campus Center 1 McMurry University, #335 Abilene, Texas 79697 (325) 668-6271 Website
Long Monday Ft. Evan Christian & Friends
Live Music The Ice House 173 Walnut St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 704-2499
Where Horses Heal the Soul
Festivals and Events Paramount Theatre 352 Cypress Street Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 676-9620
Pinball Monday at Free Play Arcade
Nightlife Free Play Arcade 250 Cypress St Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 225-0650 Website
Join The Adventure — Abilene
Sports Lytle South Baptist Church 1125 E Industrial Blvd, Abilene, TX 79602 Abilene, Texas 79602 (361) 548-8416 Website
Music Match Trivia
Festivals and Events The Ice House at LSDG 173 Walnut St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 704-2499
An Evening with David Sedaris
Festivals and Events Paramount Theatre 352 Cypress Street Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 676-9620
Coastal Greek Wine Dinner
Nightlife Vagabond Pizza 1056 N 2nd St Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 280-4545 Website
Gunner Latham w/ Caleb Sutton
Live Music Betty Roses South 3934 Catclaw Dr Abilene, Texas 79606 (325) 698-8000
Annie
Nightlife Abilene Convention Center 1100 North 6th Street Abilene, TX 79601 (325) 676-6211
ACU Softball vs Grand Canyon University (Double Header)
Sports Poly Wells Field 782 E Ambler Ave Abilene, Texas 79601 (719) 325-9508 Website
Carson Jeffrey
Live Music The Big Country Beer Garden 806 S. 2nd Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 704-3181 Website
Abilene Youth Sports Authority 2025 Cinco de Mayo Classic
Sports The Dodge Jones Youth Sports Center 1042 Loop 322 Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 692-2972
Spring Market
Festivals and Events The Mill 239 Locust Street Abilene, Tx 79602 (970) 580-3128
ACU Softball vs Grand Canyon University
Sports Poly Wells Field 782 E Ambler Ave Abilene, Texas 79601 (719) 325-9508 Website
Texas Senior Women’s Golf Assoc. 2025 Senior Women’s Golf Championship
Sports Abilene Country Club North & South Courses 4039 South Treadaway Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 793-9999 Website
University Interscholastic League 2025 Region 1–3A Tennis
Sports Rose Park Tennis Center 810 Portland Ave. Abilene, Texas 79605 (325) 676-6292 Website
Family Fun Saturday
Events for Children The National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature 102 Cedar St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 673-4586
Abilene Philharmonic Orchestra Presents “Pops At The Zoo”
Live Music Abilene Zoo 2070 Zoo Ln Abilene , TX 79602 (325) 677-6710 Website
Abilene Kennel Club: All Breed Dog Shows and Trials
Festivals and Events Taylor County Coliseum 1700 Hwy 36 Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 725-5536 Website
USTA Texas 2025 JTT Sectional Championships
Sports Rose Park Tennis Center 810 Portland Ave. Abilene, Texas 79605 (325) 676-6292 Website
Family Fun Saturday
Events for Children The National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature 102 Cedar St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 673-4586
Abilene Flying Bisons vs Joplin Outlaws
Nightlife Walt Driggers Field S 14th and Sayles Blvd Abilene, Texas 79697 (325) 399-0091 Website
TCT GRIND
Sports The Fieldhouse 1609 Cottonwood Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 232-4574 Website
Family Fun Saturday
Events for Children The National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature 102 Cedar St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 673-4586
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
USA Softball 2025 USA Softball of Texas Areas 1&2 6U/8U State Tournament/NIT Qualifier
Sports Lake Kirby Softball Complex 5650 Maple Street Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 439-1153 Website