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!
Fall Cocktails at Cattlemen’s Exchange
Festivals and Events Cattlemen's Exchange 500 Cypress Street Abilene, Texas 79601-5176 (512) 682-2799 Website
Christmas Carousel Book Signings
Festivals and Events Abilene Convention Center 1100 N. 6th St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 672-9696 Website
Just Between Friends Holiday Sale
Events for Children Taylor County Fairgrounds: Big Country Hall 1801 E. South 11th. Street Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 716-7356 Website
Long Monday Ft. Evan Christian & Friends
Live Music The Ice House at LSDG 173 Walnut St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 704-2499
ACU Women’s Basketball vs University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley
Sports Moody Coliseum 1600 Campus Ct Abilene, Texas 79601 (719) 325-9508 Website
Matt Austin
Live Music Betty Rose's - South 3934 Catclaw Dr. Abilene, Texas 79606 (325) 698-8000
Grace Studio: Changing of the Seasons
Festivals and Events The Grace Museum 102 Cypress Street Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 673-4587 Website
ACU VOLLEYBALL VS CALIFORNIA BAPTIST
Sports Moody Coliseum 849 Coliseum Way Abilene, TX 79699-7916 Abilene, Texas 79699 (325) 674-2323
Abilene Chamber Singers present “Set Me As A Seal”
Live Music Caldwell Hall at Hardin-Simmons University 2200 Hickory Abilene, Texas 79698 (325) 829-0907
Pub Talks: Facing Your Own Mortality with Dr.Amy
Festivals and Events Grain Theory 202 Pine Street Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 672-1504 Website
Cameron Wrinkle & Jessie Lee
Live Music The Ice House at LSDG 173 Walnut St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 704-2499
Christmas in November
Festivals and Events Expo Center of Taylor County 1700 TX-36 Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 518-4650 Website
Primal Brewing Company Pickle Fest
Festivals and Events Primal Brewing Co 409 S Treadaway Blvd Abilene, Texas 79602 1+(325)-514-3800 Website
EASL: Every Artist Starts Little
Events for Children National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature (NCCIL) 102 Cedar St. Abliene, Texas 79601 (325) 673-4586 Website
Artist Reception: Gail Norfleet
Festivals and Events The Grace Museum 102 Cypress Street Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 673-4587 Website
Ethnos 2025: Frequencies
Events for Children Boone Family Theater, Abilene Christian University 795 Coliseum Wy Abilene, Texas 79699 (325) 674-2821 Website
Andrew Holmes
Live Music The Ice House at LSDG 173 Walnut St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 704-2499
AYSA FALL SOCCER FRIENDLY
Sports The Recreation Outdoor Complex (ROC) 1042 Loop 322, Abilene TX 79602 Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 692-2972
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
Dav Pilkey’s Dogman Day
Events for Children The National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature 102 Cedar St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 673-4586 Website
Hardin-Simmons University football vs East Texas Baptist
Sports Shelton Stadium 2200 Hickory St, Abilene Tx, 79602 Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 670-1473 Website
ACU VOLLEYBALL VS UTAH VALLEY
Sports Moody Coliseum 849 Coliseum Way Abilene, TX 79699-7916 Abilene, Texas 79699 (325) 674-2323
Andrew Holmes
Live Music Betty Rose's - South 3934 Catclaw Dr. Abilene, Texas 79606 (325) 698-8000
Motown “Back in the Day , Here to Stay”
Live Music Paramount Theatre 352 Cypress Street Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 676-9620 Website
The Killer Dueling Pianos
Live Music Potosi Live 897 FM 1750 Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 529-3111 Website
Long Monday Ft. Evan Christian & Friends
Live Music The Ice House at LSDG 173 Walnut St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 704-2499
An Evening with Joe Bonamassa
Festivals and Events Abilene Auditorium 1100 North 6th Street ABILENE, Texas 79601 (325) 665-0788 Website
Matt Stapp
Live Music Betty Rose's - South 3934 Catclaw Dr. Abilene, Texas 79606 (325) 698-8000
WAC VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT
Sports Moody Coliseum 849 Coliseum Way Abilene, TX 79699-7916 Abilene, Texas 79699 (325) 674-2323
2025 Abilene Area Pecan Show
Festivals and Events Taylor County Extension Office 1982 Lytle Way Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 672-6048 Website
Native American Heritage Night
Festivals and Events The Grace Museum 102 Cypress Street Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 673-4587 Website
John Crist : Jokes For Humans Tour
Festivals and Events Abilene Auditorium 1100 North 6th Street ABILENE, Texas 79601 (325) 268-2018 Website
Fall Beer Dinner
Nightlife Grain Theory 202 Pine Street Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 672-1504 Website
Dave Christen
Live Music The Ice House at LSDG 173 Walnut St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 704-2499
Public Show — The Sun: Our Living Star (6:00 pm)
Events for Children Morgan Jones Planetarium 700 North Mockingbird Lane Abilene, Texas 79603 (325) 671-4637 Website
The Nutcracker
Festivals and Events Paramount Theatre 352 Cypress Street Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 676-9620 Website