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!
Carson Jeffrey
Live Music The Big Country Beer Garden 806 S. 2nd Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 704-3181 Website
Chad Cooke
Live Music Heffs Burger & Bar - South 4310 Buffalo Gap Rd Abilene, Texas 79606 (325) 232-6715
4740 Band (Dan Haynes)
Live Music The Ice House 173 Walnut St Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 704-2499
Abilene Youth Sports Authority 2025 Cinco de Mayo Classic
Sports The Dodge Jones Youth Sports Center 1042 Loop 322 Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 692-2972
Hendrick Health Wellness Fair
Festivals and Events Mall of Abilene 4310 Buffalo Gap Road Abilene, Texas 79606 (325) 670-6494 Website
LIFE CHURCH MISSION FESTIVAL
Festivals and Events LIfe Church - Gym 2465 Old Anson Road Abilene, Texas 79603 619-707-9219 325-721-6571
Spring Market
Festivals and Events The Mill 239 Locust Street Abilene, Tx 79602 (970) 580-3128
ACU Softball vs Grand Canyon University
Sports Poly Wells Field 782 E Ambler Ave Abilene, Texas 79601 (719) 325-9508 Website
Davis Brothers
Live Music The Ice House 173 Walnut St Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 704-2499
Xtreme Scavenger Hunts May-hem in Abilene
Events for Children Downtown Abilene Downtown Abilene Abilene, Texas 79601 (936) 554-8395 Website
Ballroom Blitz
Sports Double Tree Hilton Abilene Ballroom 500 Cypress Abilene, Texas 79601 (806) 500-6481 Website
Kolby Cooper
Live Music Potosi Live 897 FM 1750 Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 529-3111
Jason Hatch
Live Music Betty Rose's - South 3934 Catclaw Dr Abilene, Texas 79606 (325) 698-8000
Mason & The Mercenaries
Live Music Heffs Burger & Bar - South 4310 Buffalo Gap Rd Abilene, Texas 79606 (325) 232-6715
RONNIE & THE REDWOODS w/ special guest Steven Denmark
Live Music The Big Country Beer Garden 806 S. 2nd Street Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 704-3181 Website
Blan Scott Band
Live Music The Ice House 173 Walnut St Abilene, Texas 796901 (325) 704-2499
Allen Ray & Southern Comfort
Live Music Upstairsclub@yahoo.com 141 Oak St Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 352-5022
Texas Senior Women’s Golf Assoc. 2025 Senior Women’s Golf Championship
Sports Abilene Country Club North & South Courses 4039 South Treadaway Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 793-9999 Website
Crawfish Boil
Live Music The Ice House 173 Walnut St Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 704-2499
Long Monday Ft. Evan Christian & Friends
Live Music The Ice House 173 Walnut St Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 704-2499
Book Signing with Penny Klostermann
Events for Children 174 Cypress St., Suite 101 174 Cypress St. Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 672-9696 Website
Music Match Trivia
Live Music The Ice House 173 Walnut St Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 704-2499
University Interscholastic League 2025 Region 1–3A Tennis
Sports Rose Park Tennis Center 810 Portland Ave. Abilene, Texas 79605 (325) 676-6292 Website
Huser Brothers with Della Rose
Live Music Betty Rose's - South 3934 Catclaw Dr Abilene, Texas 79606 (325) 698-8000
Caleb Sutton
Live Music Potosi Live 897 FM 1750 Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 529-3111
JAK Creek Band
Live Music The Ice House 173 Walnut St Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 704-2499
Wesley Hanna
Live Music The Ice House 173 Walnut St 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
Caleb Sutton
Live Music Heffs Burger & Bar - South 4310 Buffalo Gap Rd Abilene, Texas 79606 (325) 232-6715
Brett Patterson
Live Music Betty Rose's - South 3934 Catclaw Dr Abilene, Texas 79606 (325) 698-8000
Abilene Philharmonic Orchestra Presents “Pops At The Zoo”
Live Music Abilene Zoo 2070 Zoo Ln Abilene , TX 79602 (325) 677-6710 Website
Colton Fox
Live Music The Ice House 173 Walnut St Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 704-2499
Fabulous Freak Brothers
Live Music The Stairs 141 Oak St Abilene, Texas 79602 (325) 352-5022
Long Monday Ft. Evan Christian & Friends
Live Music The Ice House 173 Walnut St Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 704-2499
Music Match Trivia
Live Music The Ice House 173 Walnut St Abilene, Texas 79601 (325) 704-2499
Caleb Sutton
Live Music Betty Rose's - South 3934 Catclaw Dr Abilene, Texas 79606 (325) 698-8000