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 while in Abilene! Check out our long list of attractions to fill up your trip to Abilene.
Where 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
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!
Chair Yoga — New Time!
Festivals and Events Rose Park Senior Center 2625 S 7th St Abilene, TX 79605 (325) 676-6217 Website
Broadway in the Big Country
Events for Children Abilene Convention Center 1100 North 6th St Abilene, TX 79601 (325) 676-6211 Website
Smithsonian in the Gap
Events for Children 1350 Pecan 133 William Street Buffalo Gap, Texas 79508 (325) 280-3031 Website
26th Annual Champion for Children Conference
Festivals and Events DoubleTree by Hilton Abilene Downtown Convention Center 500 Cypress St Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 201-0496 Website
Chrissy Phillips
Live Music Potosi Live 897 FM 1750 Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 529-3111
Steak Night at The Mill
Live Music The Mill Winery 239 Locust Street Abilene, Texas 79602 (970) 580-3128 Website
Dave Christen
Live Music The Ice House at LSDG 173 Walnut St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 232-7879
DJ Kimblee
Nightlife The Stairs 141 1/2 Oak St Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 352-5022
2025 Big Country Swap Meet
Festivals and Events Northwest parking lot (N. 8th and Cedar St.) of the Abilene Convention Center 1100 N. 6th Street Abilene, Texas 79601 512-944-6201 (No Calls After 7PM) Website
ACU Softball vs Utah Tech University (Double Header)
Sports Poly Wells Field 782 E Ambler Ave Abilene, Texas 79601 (719) 325-9508 Website
Matt Austin
Live Music The Ice House at LSDG 173 Walnut St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 232-7879
Strange Whiskey Project/RnR Jukebox Duo
Live Music The Stairs 141 1/2 Oak St Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 352-5022
Crawfish Boil ft. Caleb Sutton & Colton Fox
Festivals and Events Betty Roses- South 3934 Catclaw Dr. Abilene, Texas 79606 (325) 698-8000
Key City Volleyball 2025 KCV Championships
Sports Dodge Jones Youth Sports Facility 1042 Loop 322 Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 437-1852 Website
Kiwanis Club of Abilene’s 75th Annual Pancake Day
Live Music Abilene Convention Center 1100 N. 6th Street Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 668-6271 Website
Kiwanis Club of Abilene’s 75th Annual Pancake Day
Events for Children Abilene Convention Center 1100 N. 6th Street Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 668-6271 Website
Laps for Literacy
Events for Children The National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature 102 Cedar St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 673-4586 Website
ACU Softball vs Utah Tech University
Sports Poly Wells Field 782 E Ambler Ave Abilene, Texas 79601 (719) 325-9508 Website
Feeding 325
Festivals and Events The People’s Plaza 1290 South Willis St Abilene , TX 79605 (325) 283-7020 Website
Party on the Patio
Festivals and Events Kent's Harley-Davidson 3106 S Clack Street Abilene, Texas 79606 (325) 673-7103 Website
The Big Country Beer Garden Grand Opening featuring The Damn Quails!
Live Music The Big Country Beer Garden 806 S. 2nd Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 704-3181
All Kind Animal Initiative’s Speakeasy
Festivals and Events 389 Venue 389 Walnut Street Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 698-0085 Website
Abilene Philharmonic Orchestra Presents “East Meets West”
Live Music Abilene Convention Center 1100 N 6th Street Abilene , TX 79601 (325) 677-6710 Website
Outta The Blue
Live Music The Ice House at LSDG 173 Walnut St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 232-7879
Long Monday Ft. Evan Christian & Friends
Live Music The Ice House at LSDG 173 Walnut St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 232-7879
Music Match Trivia
Festivals and Events The Ice House 173 Walnut St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 704-2499
ACU Softball vs University of North Texas
Sports Poly Wells Field 782 E Ambler Ave Abilene, Texas 79601 (719) 325-9508 Website
ACU Softball vs Texas Tech
Sports Poly Wells Field 782 E Ambler Ave Abilene, Texas 79601 (719) 325-9508 Website
AISD 2025 Sharon Wartes Eagle Invitational Tennis Tournament
Sports Various locations: Abilene High School, Cooper High School, Wylie High School Various locations: Abilene High School, Cooper High School, Wylie High School Abilene, Texas 79601 325-677-1731 X 2253 Website
Steve Gene
Live Music The Ice House at LSDG 173 Walnut St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 704-2499
Caleb Sutton
Live Music Heffs Burger & Bar - South 4310 Buffalo Gap Rd Abilene, Texas 79606 (325) 232-6715
Gannon Fremin and CCREV
Live Music The Big Country Beer Garden 806 S. 2nd Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 704-3181 Website
Special Olympics of Texas Inc. 2025 Regional Unified UIL Track & Field
Sports Elmer Gray Stadium, Abilene Christian University 2117 Campus Ct. Abilene, Texas 79601 (806) 939-1631 Website
Crawfish Boil
Festivals and Events The Ice House 173 Walnut St, Abilene, TX 79601 Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 704-2499
Family Fun Saturday
Events for Children The National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature 102 Cedar St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 673-4586
ArtWalk
Events for Children Center For Contemporary Arts 220 Cypress St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 677-8389