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 in Abilene! Browse our list of attractions and start planning a trip full of memorable experiences.
Where to Stay
Explore Abilene’s array of accommodations, where authentic Texas hospitality meets your every need. Abilene has the perfect place for you to stay whether you are looking for a family getaway, a girl’s…
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
Saddle up for a journey through time and creativity at Abilene’s museums!
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!
SOCCER FIRM FOUNDATIONS CLINIC
Sports Dodge Jones Youth Sports Center 1042 Loop 322 Abilene, TX 79602 United States Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 692-2972
The Elephant Man
Nightlife Abilene Community Theatre 3901 Monticello Circle Abilene, Texas 79605 (325) 673-6271 Website
The Hill Brothers
Live Music Betty Rose's - South 3934 Catclaw Dr. Abilene, Texas 79606 (325) 698-8000
ACU Women’s Basketball vs Utah Tech University
Sports Moody Coliseum 1694 Campus Ct Abilene, Texas 79601 (719) 325-9508 Website
The Texas Justice Tour
Festivals and Events Seven and One Books 1138 North 2nd Street Abilene, TX 79601 Abilene, Texas 79601 (319) 491-0693 Website
2026 BIG COUNTRY MARCH MADNESS LITTLE DRIBBLERS
Sports Dodge Jones Youth Sports Center 1042 Loop 322 Abilene, TX 79602 United States Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 692-2972
2026 COUGAR CLASSIC INVITATIONAL TENNIS TOURNAMENT
Sports Abilene Cooper High School 3639 Sayles Blvd, Abilene, TX 79605 Abilene, Texas 79605 Phone: (325) 691-1000
Kirk House
Live Music The Big Country Beer Garden 806 S Second Abilene, Texas 79602 (972) 987-7570 Website
Wayne ‘The Train’ Hancock
Live Music The Ice House at LSDG 173 Walnut St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 704-2499
Abilene Farmers Market
Festivals and Events Downtown at North 1st and Mesquite, across from Frontier Texas! 626 N 1st St, Abilene, TX 79601 Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 721-4479
Potosi Farmer’s Market
Events for Children ABC Church parking lot 3125 Oldham Lane Abilene, Texas 79602-6384 325-668-4255 or 325-668-9748 Website
ACU Women’s Basketball vs Utah Valley University
Sports Moody Coliseum 1694 Campus Ct Abilene, Texas 85375 (719) 325-9508 Website
Bison Bash 3
Festivals and Events DoubleTree by Hilton 500 Cypress St Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 399-0091 Website
Weston & the Evergreen performing LIVE at Monks Coffee Shop
Festivals and Events Monks Coffee Shop 233 Cypress St, Abilene, TX 79601 Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 437-2984
Defining Texas Exhibit Opening Fundraiser
Festivals and Events Frontier Texas 625 N. 1st Street Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 437-2800 Website
Long Monday Ft. Evan Christian & Friends
Festivals and Events The Ice House at LSDG 173 Walnut St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 704-2499
Trivia Night @ the Brewery
Festivals and Events Grain Theory 202 Pine Street Abilene, Texas 79605 (325) 672-1504 Website
Music Match Trivia
Festivals and Events The Ice House at LSDG 173 Walnut St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 704-2499 Website
2026 ABILENE ISD INVITATIONAL TOURNAMENT
Sports Abilene HS (Blackburn Field) Cooper HS (Cougar Field) Wylie HS (Bulldog Field) 3639 Sayles Blvd, Abilene, TX 79605 Abilene, Texas 79605 (325) 677-1444
ACU Women’s Basketball vs California Baptist University
Sports Moody Coliseum 1694 Campus Ct Abilene, Texas 79601 (719) 325-9508 Website
That Arena Rock Show
Live Music Paramount Theatre 352 Cypress Street Abilene, Texas 79605 (325) 676-9620 Website
Burgers and Prizes: Benefit for the Women’s Music Museum
Events for Children Nelson Park Pavilion C 2070 Zoo Lane Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 455-4395 Website
Public Show — Unseen Earth (6:00pm)
Events for Children Morgan Jones Planetarium 700 North Mockingbird Lane Abilene, Texas 79603 (325) 671-4637 Website
Mary Poppins
Nightlife Paramount Theatre 352 Cypress Street Abilene, Texas 79605 (325) 676-9620 Website
Long Prairie
Festivals and Events The Ice House at LSDG 173 Walnut St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 704-2499 Website
Giovannie & The Hired Guns
Festivals and Events Potosi Live 897 FM 1750 Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 529-3111 Website
Wild Days
Festivals and Events Abilene Zoo 2070 Zoo Lane Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 676-6085 Website
Abilene Farmers Market
Festivals and Events Downtown at North 1st and Mesquite, across from Frontier Texas! 626 N 1st St, Abilene, TX 79601 Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 721-4479
Mary Poppins
Nightlife Paramount Theatre 352 Cypress Street Abilene, Texas 79605 (325) 676-9620 Website
Beyond Trafficking 2026 Gala: Seeded to Bloom
Events for Children 201 Mesquite Event Center 1700 TX-36 Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 864-5418 Website
Mary Poppins
Events for Children Paramount Theatre 352 Cypress Street Abilene, Texas 79605 (325) 676-9620 Website
Outta the Blue
Festivals and Events The Ice House at LSDG 173 Walnut St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 704-2499 Website
Long Monday Ft. Evan Christian & Friends
Festivals and Events The Ice House at LSDG 173 Walnut St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 704-2499
Whose Live Anyway?
Nightlife Paramount Theatre 352 Cypress Street Abilene, Texas 79605 (325) 676-9620 Website
Happy City Spring Break
Events for Children The National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature 102 Cedar St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 673-4586 Website
Music Match Trivia
Festivals and Events The Ice House at LSDG 173 Walnut St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 704-2499 Website