Things to Do

Frontier Texas!Abilene ZooAbilene, The Storybook Capital of Texas
The National Center for Children's Illustrated LiteratureThe Grace Museum12th Armored Division Memorial Museum - WWII
The Center for Contemporary ArtsHistorical Paramount TheatreBuffalo Gap Historic Village
PrimeTime Family Entertainment CenterPlay Faire Park Miniature Golf and More
Philharmonic Orchestra 

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Scarborough Park

  • Hartford & Corsicana, Abilene
  • Outdoor Adventures
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Shockey Stables

  • 1049 CR 337, Abilene
  • 325-690-0585

  • Check our website for the most current rates.

  • Outdoor Adventures

Offering trail rides, riding lessons, horse boarding and summer camps for all ages

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Shops at Abilene

  • Southwest Dr. & Catclaw Dr., Abilene
  • Shopping
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The Skatin' Place

  • 1930 S. Clack St., Abilene
  • 325-695-4713
  • Other
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Slix Billiards

  • 3422 N. 1st, Abilene
  • 325-673-5789
  • Other
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Sockdolager Brewing Company

  • 833 S. 1st St., Abilene
  • 325-261-3247, Sockdolager Brewing Company
  • Nightlife

We seek to provide beverages worth gathering around; beverages that inspire community and conversation; beverages that are a real Sockdolager.

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Stasneys-Cook-Ranch - Hunting

  • 888-762-2999

  • 25,000 acres

  • Whitetail Deer, Wild Boar, Quail, Dove, Rio Grande Turkeys

  • Hunting

Birding tours, group/business retreats, biking & hiking.

State Fishing Regulations

  • Outdoor Adventures
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SUP Abilene Lake Fort Phantom Kayak Rentals

  • #9 Cherokee Circle, Abilene
  • 325-269-1812
  • Outdoor Adventures

Kayak and paddleboard rentals.

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Taylor County History Center

  • 133 N. William St., Buffalo Gap
  • 325-572-3365
  • Attractions

The Taylor County History Center tells the story of the last 50 years of the West Texas fontier. Through interactive exhibits, educational programming, and historic interpretation, guests experience the formative years when the region changed from the Wild West to civilized settlements. Explore the West Texas frontier from 1875 to 1925:

  • A rich collection of Indian artifacts and frontier firearms
  • Over 20 historic frontier buildings
  • Gallery with historic maps and art by area artists
  • Interactive audio tour
  • Rental Facilities: historic chapel, meeting rooms, reception space and two historically restored guest houses

To reach the Center take FM 89 (Buffalo Gap Rd.) to Buffalo Gap, turn right on Elm and go two blocks.

Texas Hunting Network

  • 512-517-4373

  • 100,000 acres
    Mourning Dove, White-wing Dove, Whitetail Deer, Mule Deer, Axis Deer, Bob White Quail, Blue Quail, Rio Grande Turkey, Wild Hogs, Pronghorn Antelope, Black Buck Antelope, Aoudad Sheep

  • Hunting

Rolling Plains, South Texas and Hill Country hunting ranches offering full service lodges and ranch houses; electric hook-ups for travel trailers and motels close by most ranches. Hunting leases and package hunts.

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Thrift House

  • 761 Walnut St., Abilene
  • 325-672-3812, Thrift House
  • Shopping

Tues.- Fri.: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Clothing, shoes, jewelry and household items at affordable prices.

Tim Matthews - Hunting by the Day/Weekend

  • 254-842-7562, Tim
  • Hunting

305 acres - deer, dove, duck, turkey and sandhill cranes. After hunting seasons: raccoon, opossum, coyotes, bobcats, squirrel, hogs, etc. Located in Central Comanche County near The Comanche County Hospital. Creek, reservoir, brush cover, with fields planted at times in season. Four deer feeders running as need be with hog panels. Call or text and response will be within 48 hours.

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Town & Country Drive-In

  • 2902 Vogel, Abilene
  • 325-677-9899
  • Nightlife

It's not just a Theatre. It's an Experience.

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Triple H Ranch - Hunting

  • 817-503-2385or

  • Pheasant, Quail and Chukar hunting on our ranch. Guide dogs, birds cleaning all provided for one price.

  • Hunting
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Urban Relics

  • 4546 S. 14th St., Abilene
  • 325-232-6575
  • Shopping

11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Mon. - Fri.
10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sat. (Closed Sun.)
Antiques, furniture, home decor, furniture paint and custom paint services.

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Van Ellis Theatre

  • Hardin-Simmons University, Abilene
  • 325-670-1405
  • Nightlife

VFW Post 6873

  • 1049 Vapor Trail, Abilene
  • 325-692-1111
  • Nightlife

Bingo hall, pool tables, shuffleboard, bar

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Vintage Marketplace

  • 1433 S. 1st St., Abilene
  • 325-232-8995
  • Shopping

11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Mon.-Fri.; 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Sat.
Antiques, vintage, home decor, collectibles, & shabby chic furniture.

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The Warehouse & 389 Event Centers

  • 357 Walnut, Abilene
  • 325-675-9644

  • Friday Only: 7 p.m. to Midnight

  • No cover charge.

  • Nightlife

The Warehouse: This industrial-chic, neutral canvas of a space can be colored with flowers, lighting and linens. During the day this versatile space has stunning natural light provided by large windows. Evening events can be dramatically lit in any way you can image. The Warehouse is outfitted with lounge furniture, an LED lit bar, black chiavari chairs and all the tables you will need. Built in bar, area for your band and accessible kitchen round out the features.

389 Event Center: This vintage-rustic space is perfect for any event. You'll love taking in the character and charm of our historic building that boasts concrete floors, rustic accents, exposed brick and balcony seating. While being able to seat groups up to 350, the venue is both intimate and spacious.