Overview
Downtown Christmas will be the evening of Tuesday, December 1, 2026 in Downtown Abilene. During the 5 o'clock hour, the community is invited to enjoy a number of musical performances and events, along with ongoing downtown shopping opportunities. To learn more about everything taking place, click on Performances and Events above.
At 5:30 p.m., holiday music will fill the air around Abilene City Hall at 555 Walnut Street. Everyone can enjoy some holiday tunes while gathering for the lighting of the 45-foot City Hall Christmas Tree with Mayor Weldon Hurt at approximately 6 p.m. You can find more information on the City Hall Christmas Tree Lighting by clicking on the Christmas Tree icon above.
Downtown Abilene's Parade of Lights will begin at 6:30 p.m. at North 1st and Pine Street.
