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
Enjoy some Mexican cuisine, or try one of our local BBQ joints. There are great food and dining options available in and around Abilene.
Abilene Attractions
There's never a shortage of things to do while in Abilene! Check out our long list of attractions to fill up your trip to Abilene.
Where to Stay
Whether you are looking for a hotel, bed & breakfast or campground, Abilene has a perfect place for you to stay.
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
Abilene is a great art destination with some of the best museums and galleries this state has to offer.
Abilene Districts
Abilene has something for everyone. Each district is filled with unique experiences.
Plan
Find discounts, transportation options and visitor information to make planning your trip to Abilene a fantastic experience.
There is Always Something Going on in Abilene!
Texas High School Rodeo Association State Finals
Festivals and Events Taylor County Expo Center 1700 TX-36 Abilene, TX 79602 Website
2023 6U/8U Pixie State Tournament Class — C
Sports Lake Kirby Park 5650 Maple St Abilene, TX 79602
Texas Gun and Knife Show
Festivals and Events Abilene Convention Center 1100 North 6th Street Abilene , TX 79601 (830) 285-0575 Website
Chipkick24 Kicking Academy
Sports Abilene Christian High School 2500 N Judge Ely Abilene, TX 79601 (325) 320-1472 Website
Hardin-Simmons University Hymn Sing
Live Music Logsdon Chapel, Hardin-Simmons University 1198 Ambler Ave Abilene, TX 79698 (325) 670-1807
Eric Logan & AKA the BAND @ Dyess AFB
Festivals and Events Dyess AFB Arnold Blvd Dyess AFB, TX 79607 (325) 518-7358
Keep Calm & Camp On — Summer Camp
Events for Children City of Abilene Parks and Recreation Department 633 Walnut Street Abilene, TX 79601 (325) 676-6217 Website
Long Monday
Live Music The Ice House at LSDG 173 Walnut St Abilene, TX 79601
Garrett Bryan
Live Music Betty Rose's - South 3934 Catclaw Dr Abilene, TX 79606 (325) 698-8000
Terry Torregrossa
Live Music The Ice House at LSDG 173 Walnut St Abilene, TX 79601
Mary Chapin Carpenter — 2023 Tour
Live Music Historic Paramount Theater 352 Cypress Street Abilene, TX 79601 (325) 676-9620 Website
Children’s Art & Literacy Festival
Events for Children T&P Depot 1101 N. 1st St Abilene, TX 79601 (325) 677-1161 Website
Chuckle Shack Comedy Show
Festivals and Events Potosi Live 897 FM1750 Abilene, TX 79602 (325) 529-3111 Website
Matt Stapp
Live Music Matera Bar & Grill 833 S. 1st Street Abilene, TX 79602
The Neil Cooper Band
Live Music The Ice House at LSDG 173 Walnut St Abilene, TX 79601
2023 8U Pixie State Class — B
Sports Lake Kirby Park East Side of Lake Kirby - Off of Maple Street Abilene, TX 79602
29th Annual Stars Over Abilene Regional Quilt Show
Festivals and Events Abilene Convention Center 1100 N 6th St Abilene, TX 79601 (325) 733-3011 Website
Dinner with Brian Lies
Nightlife 102 Cedar Street Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 673-4586 Website
Kelton Bernard
Live Music Matera Bar & Grill 833 S. 1st Street Abilene, TX 79602
Chrissy Phillips
Live Music Lytle Land & Cattle 1150 E South 11th St Abilene, TX 79602
Matt Stapp
Live Music Sharon's Barbeque - South 2050 Antilley Rd Abilene, TX 79606
Mike Ryan
Live Music Potosi Live 897 FM1750 Abilene, TX 79602 (325) 529-3111 Website
Chris Beall
Live Music The Ice House at LSDG 173 Walnut St Abilene, TX 79601
Mike Ryan
Live Music Potosi Live 897 FM1750 Abilene, TX 79602
Christopher Wright
Live Music The Ice House at LSDG 173 Walnut St Abilene, TX 79601
Abilene Youth Sports Authority Summer Bash Shootout
Sports Dodge Jones Youth Sports Center 1042 Loop 322 Abilene, TX 79602 (325) 692-2972
Workshop with Brian Lies
Events for Children 102 Cedar Street Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 673-4586 Website
Battle of the Bands
Live Music Potosi Live 897 FM1750 Abilene, TX 79602 (325) 529-3111 Website
7th Annual Car and Bike Show
Festivals and Events Victory Baptist Church 4810 Jarman Street Abilene, TX 79605 (214) 335-3872
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Live Music Betty Rose's - South 3934 Catclaw Dr Abilene, TX 79606 (325) 698-8000
Free Family Fun Saturday
Events for Children NCCIL 102 Cedar Street Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 673-4586
Texas Big Game Awards
Festivals and Events Abilene Convention Center 1100 North 6th Street Abilene , TX 79601 (210) 826-2904 Website
Kevin Lovett
Live Music Matera Bar & Grill 833 S. 1st Street Abilene, TX 79602
Zac Stokes
Live Music Lytle Land & Cattle 1150 E South 11th St Abilene, TX 79602
Star Party
Nightlife Abilene State Park 150 Park Road 32 Tuscola, TX 79562 (325) 572-3204
Colby Swift
Live Music Sharon's Barbeque - South 2050 Antilley Rd Abilene, TX 79606