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The Easter Bunny hops into Mall of Abilene for the 2019 spring season for photos and visits. Photos provided by Cherry Hill Photos.

Directed by Adam Hester, this Grammy nominated score by Steve Martin and Eddhe Brickell, is a story of love and redemption. It is set in the 20’s-40’s south. Recommended for 10 and up.

In order to join in on such creative reflection of the week leading up to Jesus' crucifixion, members of The Well Church have joined together to present the first art exhibit. 

Watch as college athletes from across the state compete for the state title.

A celebration of the earth.

25,000 eggs for your Easter egg gathering, and the Easter bunny will also be around for photo opportunities! We encourage you to bring your own cameras and baskets. 

Refreshments, games, crafts, cake walk, photo booth, and more. There will be an egg hunt for all children through 6th grade. Prizes awarded in each age category.

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.

The event continues while supplies last, however, it’s best to arrive early. The main Ulta/Chuck E. Cheese's mall entrance doors will be unlocked at 9:30 a.m. for the hunt. This event is for kids ages 10 and under.

Men and women's NCAA Division 2 collegiate golf championship.

High school boys and girls compete for regional golf championships.

The annual tournament will be held at Fairway Oaks Golf Course this year with the Par-Tee held the evening before at the Abilene Country Club. At the Par-Tee there will be both live and silent auctions as well as entertainment provided by 360.

Enjoy good food, a fun atmosphere and meaningful fellowship while flexing those art muscles you've let atrophy of late. Fun art challenges and competitions will highlight The Center's different art outreach programs, while all proceeds will empower us to continue to bring art into the lives of underserved children, adults, and military in our community.

Watch as contestants compete in the AJRA Championship Rodeo. 

A mix of dances, such as the foxtrot, waltz, tango, and more. Make it a fun evening with friends or a special date night.

Over 40 vendors and crafters from all over the Big Country for you to shop til you drop. Jungle Patrol Bus will also be onsite for children to create their own plush toy. All proceeds go toward children's ministries.

Participated in a spring cleaing of the beautiful downtown. Presented by Leadership Abilene 2019, Councilwoman Donna Albus, co-hosts and sponsors. 

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 farm-to-table feast featuring local Chef Jason Beard who will be preparing dishes using the local organic grown vegetables and herbs from Nine Springs Gardens and meats organically raised and processed by local Little Acorn Farms. Dessert from Sugar - Happy. Bakes. by Cheryl Holmes and wine from Watson Vineyard. This event will benefit The Storybook Capital of America projects.

Y’s national initiative to improve families’ health and well-being, features a color run, games, bounce house, arts and crafts, healthy vendors and community organizations, and more to motivate and teach families how to develop healthy routines at home.

Start a new chapter in your fitness journey by participating in a 10K, 5K or 1K.

The three youth choirs of Chorus Abilene perform their final concert of the season - celebrating the joy that music brings.

Belle finds herself in a spellbound castle with enchanted servants and a brooding Beast. Eventually, the spell is broken as the Beast is transformed by Belle’s kindness and courage.

Student- directed one act play festival.

Leaders from all over the city will get together, along with communities all over the nation, to pray for the community, leaders and country. This event is hosted each year by BCFS Health and Human Services-Abilene.

Abilene’s wine-savvy, shoe loving women will kick up their heels and sip fine wines from participating wineries, savor delectable bites and shop the latest shoes and accessories from fabulous fashion vendors all while supporting Alliance for Women and Children.

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.

Dancing, games, food and refreshments and memorable photos. Dress formal or casual. Only 200 tickets available. Register as soon as possible. 

Annual clay shoot benefiting Ben Richey Boys Ranch & Family Program.

The goal of this event is to increase awareness of CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), to recruit more volunteer advocates for children and to raise funds to support our mission. All proceeds from the race will directly benefit Big Country CASA in our efforts to recruit and train CASA volunteers to give a voice to abused and neglected children.

Local churches, choirs, bands and praise teams raise money for Camp Able, an equine rescue and equine therapy for neurological disorders and diagnoses. Enjoy food vendors and face painting for kids. Bing your lawn chairs and a heart to worship.

Celebrating everything in the west Texas wind! Family fun with science and nature stations, art and games activities for birds, bats, kites, bubbles, paper airplanes, flying seeds, sunspots, parachutes, butterflies and the wind and clouds. Concessions available: food, ice cream and drinks.

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.

Featuring 'the most famous people in Nashville that you have never heard of'. Every singer has a songwriter and this concert celebrates those who help the limelight shine on others.

Challenger boys' and girls' singles: 78' Yellow Ball, ages 12-18. 

4 person scramble including fajita lunch and dessert. Hole in one contests and prizes for best teams. Sponsorships and individual golfer spots available. Golf carts provided. 

This 24-hour day of giving benefits dozens of nonprofit organizations in Abilene and the surrounding area. On May 7, just go to abilenegives.org and make a donation to any of the participating nonprofits listed on the website. Nonprofit registration information is coming soon.

The Abilene Chamber of Commerce hosts the 2019 Small Business Awards to celebrate the best of the best. This event will sell out quickly. Sponsorships available.

10 a.m. Commencement: Cynthia Ann Parker College of Liberal Arts, Holland School of Sciences and Mathematics, Logsdon School of Theology, and Patty Hanks Shelton School of Nursing. 

2 p.m. Commencement: Kelley College of Business, Irvin School of Education, and College of Fine Arts

The Paramount Film Series presents the 1956 classic western about a Civil War veteran who returns home to find his family scattered by the Comanche Indians and decides to go on a dangerous journey to find them. Starring John Wayne, Natalie Wood, and Jeffrey Hunter. Rated PG.

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 fabulous line up of 50 local businesses featuring door prizes, Mother's Day free sample table, face painting and American Idol contestant Courtney Penry. 

Hundreds of purebred dogs will participate in four dog shows in three days.  Exhibitors and judges from all parts of Texas and across the US, Mexico and Canada are present. Events include conformation (dog show) and performance (obedience and rally trials), where dogs earn points toward AKC show and performance titles. Join as the Abilene Kennel Club celebrates its 61st anniversary. 

 

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.

Celebrate Armed Forces Day by participating in this 5K Warrior Oorahrun, family fun run and rucking for vets. In partnership with Military Order of the Purple Heart Chapter 1937. 

Featuring speakers Trey and Lea Morgan covering topics like marriage, families, parenting, single parent families, blended families and more. Breakfast, lunch and child care will be provided. Registration required. 

Providing a safe environment for the public to come shop for guns, knives and ammo.

The Abilene Zoo and HEB Helping Here present: Zoolute! A tribute to those who serve our country. Free lunch, snacks, and  entertainment throughout the day.

This exhibition will highlight the career of Abilene architect David S. Castle. As one of the most significant and prominent architects in Abilene and the Big Country in the early to mid-1900s, David S. Castle designed and built hundreds of schools, residential buildings, hotels, medical buildings, municipal buildings, churches, recreational buildings, and courthouses. The exhibition will discuss Castle’s role in the history of architecture in Abilene and the surrounding areas, concentrating on Castle’s contributions to the evolution and growth of Abilene. The buildings he designed are a reflection of the development of Abilene as a trade route and important hub in the oil industry throughout the early twentieth century.