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The Chamber's biggest party of the year featuring Asleep at the Wheel! Celebrate the year's accomplishments and cast vision for the new chamber year.

Enjoy an afternoon of over 125 unique craft beers from 45 breweries throughout the US. Live music, great food, and awesome beer.

The 2018-2019 season opens September 22 with pieces from Bartók and Chopin and features the 2017 International Van Cliburn Piano Competition Bronze Medalist Daniel Hsu, a true poet on the piano. This concert incorporates European folk melodies spanning over a century that are fused into two 'Classical' pieces that are huge works.

1 Mile walk around Redbud Park to raise awareness for Chiari Malformation. We will have a raffle, goodie bags, food, music, and family fun. Help rock the purple and find a cure.

A come-and-go family program offered by our art educators who will help you and your little ones create a work of art using the style and medium of the featured artist in the gallery. Emphasis is on having fun while picking up valuable knowledge.

Hardin-Simmons University will be hosting Kristin Van Cleve, violinist for the Dallas Opera Orchestra and Univ. of Dallas professor, for a masterclass. String players of all levels can benefit from seeing a master class teacher work with students. 

An evening for special needs children, adults, and families featuring  adaptive activities of bowling, skating, art, games in the gym and therapy dogs and pizza. Parent, guardian or caretaker must accompany child or adult to event.

Division 3 men's tennis championship tourament. 

Bring lawn chairs, a blanket, a picnic basket, and enjoy an evening outdoors as music and theatre students perform hits from Broadway and beyond.

A come-and-go family program offered by our art educators who will help you and your little ones create a work of art using the style and medium of the featured artist in the gallery. Emphasis is on having fun while picking up valuable knowledge.

1 mile fun walk and run benefiting are Backpacks for Kids with Food Bank of West Central Texas. After the Walk/Run there will be dance group demonstrations, games, and a costume contest for all age groups. Dress as your hero-parent, celebrity, etc. Prizes will be awarded.

The Abilene Zoological Society's annual gala featuring music, food, drinks, dancing, and a silent auction. 

Featuring best loved hymns masterfully arranged in jazz, swing, and big band styling by Don Marsh.

This event benefits Cancer Services Network and will celebrate the lives of those who have battled cancer. This year, fashions will be presented by Collections II, Laura’s Boutique, Matilda Jane, Wild Ones Boutique & Gifts, and The Arrangement.

Set aboard the ocean liner, S. S. American, a nightclub singer/evangelist named Reno Sweeney is en route from New York to England. Assisted by disguises, tap-dancing sailors, and blackmail, Reno is able to find a happy ending for sidekicks Hope and Billy.

Dinner catered by Perini Ranch Steakhouse. The entertainment will include Greg Gibbs and the Texas Standard Time for western swing and western music, including songs we all know. Benefitting the Taylor County History Center.

Ages 50 and over compete in various recreational activities in order to advance to state.

This popular program, for ages 3 to 5 and parents, features hands-on activities and gallery games.

'Is There a Doctor in the House?' featuring  guest speaker Dr. Katherine Holden Rinard. The evening also includes a mini performance of the musical Mary Poppins, a silent auction, and music by WHS Jazz Band. Meet and Greet reception followed by dinner hosted by Joe Allen's Barbeque.

Girl's softball tournament. 4 game guarantee. 2 pool games and double elimination bracket. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the American Cancer Society. 

High school boys from the Big Country compete. Hosted by A.I.S.D.

Cook-off competition, food awards, raffle and live music.

This mom and tot program for preschoolers combines different aspects of visual and verbal literacy by exposing the children to books and art based on the featured artist in the gallery.

Mixed, 18 and older.

The American Heart Association's premier event for raising funds to save lives from this country's No. 1 and No. 5 killers - heart disease and stroke.

Participants will travel north along the bank of Cedar Creek to Stevenson Park then return by the same trail. The hike route is approximately 3 miles long. Signage will direct hikers to the designated parking area.Leashed pets welcome.

Hug A Root invites you to enjoy a meal featuring local, farm-fresh vegetables and grass-fed beef; celebrate 2018 accomplishments; talk about what’s in store for 2019 and hear testimonials from partners.

Participating retailers located inside the mall will be the highlight of the job fair and job seekers are invited to bring their resumes and visit stores during this time.

Reconnect with old friends, rediscover old favorites and renew your relationship with ACU! From chapel to the parade to JamFest and the annual fireworks show, there's something for every member of your family.

This hilarious and entertaining event will have 10 teams compete in a hospital bed race with obstacles in the middle of Cypress Street to earn the coveted bed pan trophy while wearing costumes and décor! Come vote for your favorite team, cheer and support Global Samaritan with all proceeds. Presented by the Center for Contemporary Arts and sponsored by Global Samaritan during the October 2018 ArtWalk.

Featuring songs from their brand new album 'Until My Voice Goes Out.' 

Thursday Evening: Tipi Village - Distinguished Alumni Dinner; Friday: Social Club Receptions - Luncheon - Chanters Performance - Reunion Dinners; Saturday: Family Tailgate before the 2 p.m. football game.

 Over 70 events for alumni, students, family and friends. Highlights include the homecoming luncheon, All-School SING, reunion gatherings, alumni awards, activities for children and youth, and athletics events ... all culminating in the annual alumni-led worship service on Sunday morning.

A wheelchair-bound photographer spies on his neighbours from his apartment window and becomes convinced one of them has committed murder.

A come-and-go family program offered by our art educators who will help you and your little ones create a work of art using the style and medium of the featured artist in the gallery. Emphasis is on having fun while picking up valuable knowledge.

Join the Abilene Cultural Affairs Council in honoring volunteers of the year from local arts organizations. Learn about the HeARTS for the ARTS grant program and get a sneak peek at the 2019 Children's Art & Literacy Festival celebrating the art of Peter Brown. Drawings for prizes for those donating $60 or more to HeARTS.

Local restaurants, caterers and food trucks will be serving up their version of mac and cheese. Each guest will get to play a part by voting for their favorite dish. The overall winner from all three categories will be named 'The Big Cheese'.

The gala will feature Texas chef, Sarah Penrod, and several of the finest vintners. Hosted at the Abilene Country Club, guests come dressed in their finest to enjoy an evening of friends and fine cuisine from the featured festival cookbook author, and enjoy a selection of wines from Texas vintners.Hosted by Friends of the Abilene Public Library. 

Head out to the speedway for a weekend of thrilling car racing.

They were just four guys from Jersey until they sang their first note. They had a sound nobody had ever heard and the radio couldn't get enough of them. Off stage it was a different story, a story that has made them an international sensation all over again. Featuring the hit songs 'Sherry,' 'Big Girls Don’t Cry,' 'Walk Like A Man' and more. Recommended for ages 12 and older because of language.

The Abilene Association of Realtors presents 20 booths, candy, games, bounce houses, live music, a raffle and a fire engine to check out.

A come-and-go family program offered by our art educators who will help you and your little ones create a work of art using the style and medium of the featured artist in the gallery. Emphasis is on having fun while picking up valuable knowledge.

A traveling multimedia Smithsonian exhibit celebrating America’s love of sports and the impact they have on society.