Events in Abilene
Senior Karaoke
A welcoming karaoke gathering centered on seniors, open to anyone who wants to participate. Signups take place first, then the singing begins. The format features two rounds, and KaraFun provides the backing tracks.
Neon Parrot LoungeOpen Studio
The NCCIL art studio opens during designated weeks in the summer for open-ended creative fun for all ages. This free offering invites participants to explore art and create at their own pace.
National Center for Children's Illustrated LiteratureSt. Vincent Catholic Church Mobile Food Pantry
The Food Bank of West Central Texas is hosting a mobile food pantry at St. Vincent Pallotti Catholic Church, offering food assistance to households that meet income qualifications while supplies remain available. To receive help, be prepared to provide your total household income, residential address, the number of people in your household, and a phone number.
St Vincent Pallotti Catholic ChurchSummer Thursdays
During Summer Thursdays, several downtown museums stay open and welcome the community with free entry. It is a chance to experience participating venues at no cost as part of this seasonal series.
Frontier Texas!Comedy Open Mic Night
Comedy Open Mic Night offers a chance for performers to sign up and take the stage. Enter through Majestic Coffee Shop. The event will be recorded for performers, and there will be no live public stream. Recordings will be provided to participants.
Neon Parrot LoungeSenior Resource Day & Drive-Thru Food Pantry
This monthly Senior Resource Day features a convenient drive-thru food pantry and on-site guidance from an outreach coordinator. Along with food support, attendees can receive help connecting to programs such as SNAP, TSAP, Medicare Savings Programs, Medicaid assistance, and other local senior services. Food assistance is offered until supplies run out. To help speed the process, bring details on total household income, residential address, number of people in the household, and a phone number.
Food Bank of West Central TexasHit-Run-Steal
Hit-Run-Steal is a youth softball tournament in Abilene, Texas, featuring divisions for 6U through 16U. Games are held at the Red Bud Softball Complex during the tournament dates listed on the page.
Red Bud Softball ComplexThe Cowboys
This 1972 GP-rated adventure western runs 2 hours and 14 minutes and follows rancher Wil Andersen as he turns to a team of inexperienced boys to push his herd to market. The cattle drive is treacherous, and a gang of rustlers shadows them at every turn.
Paramount TheatreJeff Martin
Ice House hosts a live music performance with sound delivered straight from the stage. The focus is on experiencing music performed live in a venue setting.
The Ice House at LSDGPublic Show - Unveiling the Invisible Universe
Discover how scientists reveal what the eye cannot see in Unveiling the Invisible Universe, a 28 minute 30 second film released in July 2021. The story moves from early stargazing to the leap made with Galileo’s telescope, then into space where instruments began detecting X rays and gamma rays that signal intense cosmic activity. It also shows how neutrinos and cosmic rays carry information across vast distances, and how the first gravitational waves observed by LIGO from merging black holes opened a new way to study the cosmos. Directed by Theofanis Matsopoulos and narrated by Gregory Patrick Karr, the film presents striking views gathered by these many messengers from space. Tickets are $5 per person, with a $1 fee for online purchases. Seating is limited to 70, with two wheelchair accessible seating areas. Tickets are available online or at the door. Recommended for ages 5 and up.
Morgan Jones Planetarium$1 Energy Drink Sale!
Enjoy one dollar energy drinks on the first Friday of every month. Share the deal with friends and receive $20 in in-store credit for each friend referred.
JWB Celebrates 20 Years
Junk Warehouse Boutique is marking 20 years in business with a two-day celebration that honors loyal customers and the Abilene community that has supported the shop since 2006. Guests can look forward to food and beverages, sales throughout the store, back-to-school finds, and tax-free weekend shopping on qualifying items. There will be special moments for students and teachers, plus fun surprises to discover while browsing. The festivities coincide with back-to-school and tax-free weekend, which makes it a convenient time for families, educators, and anyone preparing for a new school year. Gratitude for two decades of support is at the heart of this milestone, and additional details and surprises are planned as the celebration approaches.
Junk Warehouse BoutiqueBRC 8/8/2026
Get started on the road the smart way with the MSF Basic RiderCourse (BRC). This two-day course covers motorcycle basics and safety-focused mental strategies, with motorcycles and helmets provided. The program includes a 5-hour eCourse plus 11 hours of riding instruction over both days, and attendance is required for Saturday and Sunday. You’ll need to complete the required eCourse in advance, bring your completion certificate on the first day, and you’ll receive a TX DPS certificate after finishing to help you apply for the M endorsement.
Abilene Safety InstructionBackyard Boogie Dance Party
Celebrate the close of summer with a lively backyard-themed dance party for children ages 3 to 6 at Prep Academy Dance in Abilene. Kids will enjoy creative movement, playful games, music-filled activities, and summer-themed fun that encourage laughter, friendship, and growing confidence. Perfect for little ones who love to dance, play, or simply have fun, this experience helps create happy memories before the school year begins. Capacity is limited.
Prep Academy DanceZack McGinn
A live music performance will take place at Ice House.
The Ice House at LSDGDrive-Thru Food Pantry
The Food Bank of West Central Texas will hold a drive-through pantry distribution where visitors are asked to remain in their vehicles and complete registration on site. Food assistance is available for households that meet income qualifications and will be provided while supplies last. To help the process move quickly, have your total household income, your residential address, the number of people in your household, and a phone number ready.
Food Bank of West Central TexasFamily Fun Saturday
This family friendly program offers a free art activity in the museum studio, inspired by the current exhibit. Participants can create together and connect with the works on display through an activity based on the exhibition.
National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature26th Anniversary Dyess We Care Team Awards Banquet
Celebrate the 2026 Dyess We Care Team Awards Banquet with an evening of recognition and appreciation for the people making a difference in the community. Expect laughs, inspiration, and special acknowledgement for honorees, plus dessert provided by Life Of Pie. Dress code is “PicNic Casual,” with DWCT shirts and comfy shorts encouraged.
MCM Eleganté Suites AbileneThe Cowboys
Catch a classic western, The Cowboys, in the Paramount film series. The story follows a rancher getting ready for a cattle drive, only to have his crew quit, forcing him to enlist a group of local schoolboys and train them as cowboys. As the journey gets underway, the herd is threatened by a bandit determined to steal it. Tickets are $7 for adults and $6 for students, seniors (60+), military, and children.
Paramount TheatreSongwriters' Open Mic Night
This songwriters open mic invites performers to share original work or play covers. Enter through the interior entrance at Majestic Coffee. Signups take place on site, with music beginning shortly afterward. Performances happen live on stage and are also streamed on YouTube. Original songs are encouraged, and covers are welcome when they include instrumental accompaniment.
Neon Parrot LoungeLong Monday
Evan Christian brings live music to start the week, joined by guest performers each Monday.
The Ice House at LSDGDog Training Classes
Bring your companion for dog training classes that offer a chance to pick up new skills together and strengthen your bond.
Music Match Trivia
Test your music knowledge in a clip based trivia challenge. Participants listen to short snippets of songs, write down their guesses, and compete for prizes in a friendly game format.
The Ice House at LSDGOpen Studio
A free, all-ages open studio at the NCCIL art studio offers self-directed creative time. During designated weeks in the summer, the studio is open Tuesday through Friday and provides a relaxed space for creative exploration.
National Center for Children's Illustrated LiteratureJohn Anderson
John Anderson takes the stage at Paramount Abilene. He emerged on the country charts in the late 1970s and rose to the top in the 1980s with No. 1 hits such as “Wild and Blue,” “Swingin’,” and “Black Sheep.” After a quieter stretch, he returned to No. 1 in 1992 with “Straight Tequila Night,” his first chart-topper in nine years. The success continued into the 2000s, and across four consecutive decades he has placed 60 singles on the country charts.
Paramount TheatreAldersgate Methodist Mobile Food Pantry
Aldersgate Methodist Church will host a mobile food pantry distribution organized by the Food Bank of West Central Texas. Food assistance is available to income-qualified households while supplies last. Those seeking assistance should be ready to provide total household income, residential address, the number of people in the household, and a phone number.
Aldersgate Abilene Methodist ChurchAbilene Gun & Knife Show
Get ready for the Abilene Gun & Knife Show at the Abilene Convention Center. This is a gun show hosted by the Texas Gun & Knife Association, featuring vendors and exhibits related to firearms and knives.
Abilene Convention CenterSip & Slither
Returning for its second year, Sip & Slither offers opportunities to meet reptiles, enjoy food from Abilene Texas Smoke & Spice Co along with desserts from Show Cones, and listen to live music by Dark Waters Project, an award winning duo. A silent auction is part of the event, and proceeds benefit Ray's Reptile Rescue to support animal care, rescue efforts, rehabilitation, and education programs. The setting is casual with no formal dress code. Kids, friends, and anyone curious about holding a snake are welcome.
William Lee Martin - Seemed Smart at the Time Tour
William Lee Martin brings his Seemed Smart at the Time Tour to the Paramount Theatre in Abilene for a live stand-up performance. Presented by Red Dirt Comedy, the show highlights Martin’s comedy on stage at the theater.
Paramount TheatreDFW Card Show
Abilene welcomes the DFW Card Show back to DoubleTree by Hilton Abilene for a day devoted to sports cards, TCG, Pokémon, and a wide range of collectibles, all in one place. Admission is $5 for adults, and children 12 and under are free. For updates and sneak peeks ahead of the show, follow @DFW_CARD_SHOW on Instagram.
DoubleTree by Hilton Abilene Downtown Convention CenterFamily Fun Saturday
Explore a free, family friendly art activity in the museum studio, inspired by the current exhibit. Offered every Saturday, it provides a relaxed space for kids and adults to make art together while connecting with the themes on display.
National Center for Children's Illustrated LiteratureBrack Jones
Brack Jones is performing live at The Ice House at LSDG. The show is scheduled for Saturday night at 8:00 PM.
The Ice House at LSDGSongwriters' Open Mic Night
A songwriter-centered open mic invites performers to step on stage for a live show that is also streamed on YouTube. Enter through Majestic Coffee. Signups take place before the music begins. Original songs are encouraged, and cover tunes are welcome when performed with an instrument.
Neon Parrot LoungeThe Lion King
Enjoy a special screening of the animated comedy film The Lion King as part of the Summer Family Film Series. Lion prince Simba and his father face trouble when his bitter uncle tries to seize the throne. This family-friendly event runs 1 hour and 28 minutes, and all seats for the series are $2.
Paramount TheatreGRITs Veteran & Senior Resources Fair
GRITs Veteran & Senior Resources Fair brings military members, veterans, their families, and seniors together in one place to connect with service organizations, healthcare providers, nonprofits, and local businesses. The focus is on improving quality of life through practical education, essential resources, and community support. Guided by the GVSR mission to uplift those who served and the seniors who helped build their communities, the fair fosters unity, raises awareness, and turns care into action by creating direct pathways to information and assistance.
Grover Nelson ParkRose Park Senior (55+) Center Food Distribution
Rose Park Senior Center will host a food distribution organized by the Food Bank of West Central Texas for community members aged 55 and older. Items will be provided until quantities are depleted.
Rose Park Senior CenterGallery Pop-Up
Drop by The Grace Museum for a Gallery Pop-Up connected to the America 250 series, with a focus on the World Wars. Learn what life on the home front was like during these conflicts, and make a remembrance craft to take home. Handouts with extra information are included.
The Grace MuseumFriday Night Fun Night at JWB! ✨
Junk Warehouse Boutique is keeping doors open for a special evening filled with shopping, snacks and sips, limited-time deals, and announcements unveiling fresh arrivals and new offerings. Browse gifts, accessories, and favorite boutique finds while enjoying a laid-back night out with friends, along with an early preview of what is coming next for JWB. More details will be shared soon.
Junk Warehouse BoutiquePublic Show - The Sun: Our Living Star
The Sun: Our Living Star presents a planetarium journey into our star, featuring immersive fulldome visuals and previously unseen imagery of its turbulent surface. The program runs about 25 minutes and continues with additional director led content. Produced by Theofanis Matsopoulos with the European Southern Observatory and narrated by Sara Mendes Da Costa, it is recommended for ages 5 and older. Admission is $5 per person, with an added $1 fee when purchasing online. Seating is limited to 70, along with two wheelchair access seating areas, and tickets may be obtained online or at the door.
Morgan Jones PlanetariumBRC 8/22/2026
Get started on two wheels with the MSF Basic RiderCourse (BRC). This program teaches the fundamentals of operating a motorcycle and focuses on safety-minded decision making. Motorcycles and helmets are provided, and the course runs over two days with a required eCourse component before the first class day. Attendance both days is mandatory, and you’ll receive a TX DPS certificate to help with getting your “M” endorsement. A completion certificate from the eCourse must be brought on the first day, or you won’t be allowed to take the class.
Abilene Safety InstructionAbilene Yoga House 10th Anniversary Celebration
The 10th anniversary celebration of Abilene Yoga House features a day of complimentary yoga, community connection, and gratitude.
Abilene Yoga HouseBrews & Blooms Experience: Framed Florals Creation
Set inside Scenic Route Art Cafe, this hands-on workshop blends a cozy café atmosphere with creativity. Design a framed bouquet with preserved real florals and leave with a finished piece you made yourself. Sip a drink, enjoy some bites, and connect with others as you create. Tickets are $65 per person and include the florals, an 11 x 14 x 1 wood shadow box frame, and all needed art supplies. It works well for a friends’ outing, a unique date, or a little time set aside for your own creativity.
Scenic RouteBig Country Arts Academy Open House
Experience Big Country Arts Academy during an open house that offers sample classes, plenty of information, on-site registration, and fittings. It is an opportunity to explore what is available and handle everything in one visit.
Big Country Arts AcademyRobert Ybarra Rebel Fest
Head to Potosi Live for the 5th Annual Robert Ybarra Rebel Fest, an outdoor, all-ages festival raising funds for scholarships for future student athletes in memory of Robert Ybarra. The lineup includes William Clark Green plus co-headliners Jacob Stelly, Jordan Nix, Jeff Martin, Della Rose, Chris Lackey, Brett Patterson, Libby Lane, and Mike Galaway. Doors open at 10:00 AM, and the show runs rain or shine. There’s no outside alcohol or coolers allowed, and bringing lawn chairs is recommended.
Potosi LiveTangled
Catch a special screening of the animated comedy film Tangled as part of the Summer Family Film Series. Follow Rapunzel as she dreams of the outside world after being kept in a tower for years. This family-friendly movie is rated PG and runs about 1 hour and 40 minutes, with all seats priced at $2.
Paramount TheatreACU Baseball Prospect Camp | August 23rd, 2026
Get evaluated by the Abilene Christian University baseball coaching staff at a pro-style prospect camp at Crutcher Scott Field. Position players will take part in speed and defensive evaluations, on-field batting practice, and performance testing, including Trackman metrics. Pitchers will throw a bullpen with Trackman, complete pre- and post-throw routines, and go through vertical and broad jump testing, plus a pitching Q&A. The day also includes a facility tour led by current ACU baseball players. Bring a bat, glove, and required baseball gear, including cleats. Since the complex is turf, you’ll be asked to bring both turfs and cleats for field and indoor sessions.
ACU Crutcher Scott Baseball FieldBelles and Beaus Membership Orientation Meeting
Belles and Beaus is a group of young women and men in grades 8 through 12 that supports the Abilene Philharmonic Orchestra and its Guild. Members volunteer as ushers at Philharmonic concerts and events, and they also help at the Heritage Gala and Brunch. Students from Abilene ISD, Wylie IS, private schools, home schools, and other surrounding area schools take part. This Membership Orientation Meeting welcomes new and returning participants, and attendance is required for those planning to serve during the 2026-2027 concert season.
First Financial Bank BuildingUniversity Of The Southwest Mustangs vs University Of The Southwest Soccer Men
Catch the University of the Southwest Mustangs as they take on another men’s soccer opponent in an upcoming college match at Wilford Moore Stadium. Plan to arrive a bit early so you’re settled before kickoff.
Wilford Moore StadiumRehab Summer Dinner Show
The Rehab Summer Dinner Show at the Abilene Convention Center pairs a fine meal by The Shed with an intimate acoustic trio set from singer and songwriter Ashley McBryde. The event also provides an opportunity to support the life changing mission of West Texas Rehab. Tables are limited.
Abilene Convention CenterWalt Wilkins
Enjoy live music at The Ice House with an acoustic show by Walt Wilkins.
The Ice House at LSDGAzle JV Football @ Cooper
Azle JV takes on Cooper in a non-district away football matchup at Abilene Cooper High School. Kickoff is set for late afternoon, bringing together both JV squads for their August contest.
Abilene Cooper High SchoolGrace Studio
Stop by The Grace Museum for a free public reception celebrating the art exhibition “Memory Painters: The Art of Memories.” The program includes a talk by Kevin Vogel of Valley House Gallery & Sculpture Garden in Dallas, sharing insights on naïve artists and how their paintings draw from memories of growing up in small-town Texas.
The Grace MuseumGreenwood JV Football @ Jim Ned
Greenwood JV football goes on the road for a non-district matchup against Jim Ned. The game is scheduled for Thursday evening, with kickoff at Jim Ned High School in Tuscola, Texas.
Jim Ned High SchoolCisco Varsity Football
Cisco takes on Clyde in a varsity football matchup on Friday night. It’s a non-district game featuring Cisco as the away team at Clyde High School.
Clyde High SchoolBaird Varsity Football
Baird varsity football heads to Abilene Christian for an away, non-district matchup on Friday night.
Abilene Christian High SchoolThe West Texas Rehabilitation Center Fundraiser
Place an order during this fundraiser to benefit The West Texas Rehabilitation Center Foundation. Mention the foundation when you order and 25% of your purchase will be donated to them. Orders qualify whether you dine in, take your meal to go, pick up, or use curbside service. For online orders, use the code FUND20 so your purchase is included.
Jason's Deli7th Annual Post Covid Labor Day Cook-Off
Wise Street Helpers is organizing the 7th Annual Post Covid Labor Day Cook-Off at Clyde Lake, a community celebration filled with plenty of food, live music, and a welcoming atmosphere that supports the organization’s mission. Businesses, organizations, and individuals are invited to support the event through sponsorships. At the $250 level, sponsors receive name placement on a sponsor banner and acknowledgments on social media. At the $500 level, sponsors receive a 2 by 3 foot banner displayed at the event along with social media recognition. At the $1,000 level, sponsors receive a 3 by 5 foot banner and social media recognition. The $5,000 title sponsorship positions the cook-off as presented by the sponsoring business and includes featured recognition across social and event promotions. Support from sponsors helps keep this annual tradition thriving. For details about sponsoring or registering for the cook-off, contact Leslie at 325-514-1390, Thomas at 325-267-0800, Danny at 325-232-1781, or Rodger at 325-660-9232.
Clyde LakeRide & Dine 2026
The 2026 Ride & Dine series continues with a group motorcycle ride from the dealership to Blue Agave in Blackwell, Texas. This series features group rides to a variety of restaurants around the Big Country. All motorcycle makes and models are welcome.
Lone Star Powersports - Abilene SouthInternational Overdose Awareness Event
Open to all with free admission, this community gathering aims to spark awareness, offer helpful education, and build hope and connection throughout the Big Country. Additional information will be shared soon.
Abilene Absolute Recovery SolutionsAbilene Railroad Festival '26
Abilene Railroad Festival '26 opens with a public reception at D&W Underground Event Venue, featuring catering by Circa 1880 and a cash bar from KAO Lounge. Stephen R. Bush presents on the 1976 American Freedom Train and its journey through the Big Country during its cross-country tour. The festival then continues with hands-on activities, interactive booths, small exhibits hosted by local non-profits, historical talks, model railroad displays, live entertainment, and additional attractions. Events are planned across several locations, including Frontier Texas!, the T&P Depot, The Elks Arts Center, Cedar St. Coffee & Venue, NCCIL, and Connect Church - T&P Freight Depot. The ARF Committee is finalizing the schedule with vendors, presentations on area railroads, and museum exhibitors.
Elks Arts CenterO Brother, Where Art Thou?
Set in the Deep South of the 1930s, this 2000 PG-13 adventure and crime film follows three escaped convicts on a quest for hidden treasure while a relentless lawman gives chase. The feature runs 1 hour and 47 minutes.
Paramount TheatreCaleb Sutton Live Performance!
Ice House hosts live music.
Cousins Maine Lobster at The Winery at Willow Creek
Abilene gets a taste of coastal favorites when Cousins Maine Lobster visits The Winery at Willow Creek. Enjoy wine bar vibes alongside Maine, garlic, and Connecticut lobster rolls, crab rolls, lobster tacos and quesadillas, lobster tots and lobster tails, lobster grilled cheese, and creamy lobster bisque or clam chowder, with whoopie pies to finish. Order ahead in the app to skip the line and earn rewards. This event is cashless and accepts all major credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and in-app payments.
Bored Teachers "Is It Friday Yet?!" Comedy Tour - Abilene, TX
Classroom life takes center stage when the Bored Teachers Is It Friday Yet?! Comedy Tour arrives at Abilene Convention Center. Created for educators and for anyone who has spent time in a classroom, the show features comics who teach, unveiling new sets filled with bigger laughs and school-day shenanigans. A presale is available with the code FRIDAY26. Some portions may include PG-13 language. The performer lineup will be announced and may change.
Abilene Convention CenterBored Teachers Is It Friday Yet?! Comedy Tour
A laugh-filled comedy tour built for teachers and anyone who has ever navigated a classroom. The Bored Teachers “Is It Friday Yet?!” Comedy Tour brings brand-new material, sharper punchlines, and classroom antics that are finally enjoyable from the audience. After a strong start, the tour expands with 38 additional shows and is set to visit more than 90 cities across the United States, Asia, and Canada.
Little Baron's Ball
At the Abilene Zoo, the Little Baron’s Ball brings families together for a meaningful evening that supports the American Cancer Society’s goal of ending cancer for everyone. Presented by Bryant’s Plumbing as a signature fundraising event of the Society, it honors the resilience of children facing cancer and the families, caregivers, and medical professionals who stand beside them. Part of the Cattle Baron’s Ball season presented by Kent Beck Motors, this special gathering emphasizes joy, connection, and memorable experiences for the families served. This edition debuts the inaugural style show, Into the Wild, Styled for a Cause, adding another way to connect and celebrate. With support from Bryant’s Plumbing and community partners, the event works to ensure children and families feel supported and not alone. For questions, contact local American Cancer Society staff partner Daisy Jane Gosdin at 325.280.3001 or daisy.gosdin@cancer.org.
Abilene ZooColton Fox Live Performance!
Enjoy a live music performance at The Ice House.
ABRA Cadabra -The Music & Magic of ABBA in Abilene!
ABRA Cadabra brings a live celebration of ABBA to the Paramount Theatre in Abilene, inviting fans to sing and dance along to favorites like Mamma Mia, Dancing Queen, Waterloo and more. With more than two decades of sold-out performances around the world, this family-friendly tribute showcases the songs that audiences love and has earned praise for its spot-on power and joyful spirit.
Paramount AbileneAbilene Round Up for Rehab Sale
Abilene Round Up for Rehab Sale brings the community together for an auction followed by lunch, all in support of a cause. Round Up chairman, Western swing artist Jake Hooker, will take part in the event. To donate cattle, contact Jason Prew at 325-793-3510 or Wade Kirkwood at 432-557-7073.
Abilene Cattle Baron's Ball Style Show
Presented by Dr. Anton and Kim Melnyk, this style show season centers on Wranglers & Roses: Kicking Up Dust & Raising Hope for a Cure, blending western elegance with purposeful impact. As part of the American Cancer Society Cattle Baron’s Ball season, presented by Kent Beck Motors, it highlights community strength and a shared focus on hope. A Pre-VIP Exclusive Preview Party, sponsored by Lancium, will be held at D&W Underground and offers an elevated first look, boutique shopping, and exclusive experiences. The style show follows and brings the community together to honor the strength, resilience, and beauty of cancer survivors, caregivers, and medical professionals as they share their stories with a message of hope. Each ticket includes hors d’oeuvres, drinks, and a commemorative wine glass. Participating boutiques include Blessed Babes, Bucketheads, Pink Mesquite, Lone Star Dry Goods, Tres Chic, Dry Bar, The Loco Buffalo, The Hen House, The Foundry, and Poppies and Pearls.
D&W Underground Event VenueMax & Heather Stalling Acoustic Show!
Max and Heather perform together as a duo in an acoustic format, offering a simple, unadorned sound that centers the music.
Walk to End Alzheimer's
The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s brings the Abilene community together to raise awareness and funds for care, support services, and research. The walk takes place at Grover Belson Park in Abilene. Participation helps fuel local efforts for people affected by Alzheimer’s and advances research.
Grover Nelson ParkHERPS Abilene Exotic Reptile and Pet Show
The HERPS Exotic Reptile and Pet Expo brings a two-day marketplace and learning experience to the Taylor County Expo Center Display Building. A wide range of reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, small mammals, feeders, and related supplies will be available to the public at significant discounts. Visitors can meet breeders from across the United States, get a close look at an array of animals, and spend time in an education area with interactive learning. Concessions are available throughout the event. Tickets are $10 for a single-day adult pass or $15 for a two-day adult pass. Children ages 5 to 12 are $5 for one day or $8 for two days, and children 4 and under are admitted free.
Taylor County Expo CenterSam Williams Live!
Sam Williams brings an intimate concert to downtown Abilene, sharing original songs that mix country and Americana. He is the grandson of Hank Williams and the son of Hank Williams Jr., and he showcases his own voice through his songwriting. The evening features a close-up performance with food and cold drinks available, plus a chance to catch a rising artist in country music.
Dittos for Kiddos 2026 Fall/Winter Sale
Explore a seasonal shopping event spanning more than 20,000 square feet, stocked with kids apparel, footwear, toys, and gear, plus plenty more. For this season, household furniture has been added to the mix. There is no admission charge from Thursday through Saturday, and there is no fee for parking. Visa and Mastercard are accepted with ID and a $15 minimum purchase, and cash is welcome. Savings are offered twice each year.
Taylor County Expo CenterMending Broken Hearts Intensive Retreat
Mending Broken Hearts is an intensive 3½-day retreat built around a White Bison program that supports healing from intergenerational trauma, unresolved grief, loss, and incomplete relationships, which can underpin addictions and other unhealthy or disempowering behaviors. While it incorporates Native American culture and ceremony and is geared toward those with Native American ancestry, it is valuable for anyone seeking greater self-awareness, personal or ancestral healing, and balance in compulsive patterns that stand in the way of living a fuller life. Participants explore normal reactions to loss and the ways beliefs shape the grieving process. The retreat examines the impact of unresolved grief and its connection to intergenerational trauma and unhealthy thoughts or behaviors. It covers what helps and what does not when supporting someone who is grieving, identifies the characteristics of grief and the masks it can wear such as addictions or other unhealthy behaviors, and presents a natural pathway for healing. Attendees create a personal action plan to complete incomplete relationships, consider cultural traditions and practices that can strengthen healing, and learn strategies for communicating more effectively when trauma has affected how we relate to others. This is a focused experience held in a safe, sacred space of trust. Participants are expected to remain for the full duration. Limited coming and going is allowed for those who do not camp on site, returning early each day before group work begins and departing after evening activities conclude. Designated areas are available for tent camping, and a small number of camper spaces may be reserved in advance. Individual fires or stoves are not permitted, so community meals are provided. Attendees should bring their own snacks, beverages, and any special dietary items. Tents may be set up prior to the opening circle. No outside visitors are allowed, and organizers reserve the right to screen attendees. The investment is $350 and includes experienced certified facilitators, community meals, onsite camping opportunities, a workbook, and all educational and ceremonial materials. Groups of five or more receive a rate of $325 per person. Pre-registration is required by the stated deadline, and a layaway plan is available with full payment due by that same deadline. Attendance is limited to 12 participants.
Abilene Out Of The Darkness Walk
The Out of the Darkness Abilene Area Walk raises funds for suicide prevention, supporting research, advocacy, and educational programs in schools, workplaces, and communities across Texas. It underscores the need to understand suicide in order to prevent it, with suicide ranking as the 11th leading cause of death in the United States. Registration is free and quick, providing a straightforward way to help save lives and offer hope to those affected by suicide.
Red Bud Park Area, AbileneReady Set Glow 5k - 2026
Celebrating five years of lighting up downtown Abilene, this 5K glow-in-the-dark race winds through the heart of the city and concludes with the biggest Glow Party yet in The Well’s Green Space. Participants wear their brightest gear to shine on the course, then enjoy food trucks, kids activities, music, and booths from local nonprofits that serve the community. All proceeds benefit We Love Abilene, supporting practical needs and offering hope to individuals and families across the city.
The Well Abilene, 137 Mesquite Street. Abilene, Texas, 79601Crowder - Abilene, TX
Crowder brings the Crowder Live tour to Abilene Auditorium in Abilene, delivering an evening of worshipful music and community with Rend Collective and Lost & Found. Expect a vibrant mix of styles, energetic moments, and singalong favorites such as Good God Almighty, Grave Robber, and Somebody Prayed. The event is part of a nationwide fall run, offering both intimate worship moments and big, high-energy anthems that fans know well. A VIP entry period is planned before general doors, followed by the start of the show, and the schedule may be adjusted. Tickets are on sale, and to avoid fraudulent resales, purchase only through the official ticketing outlet since third party listings are not supported for this event page and are not guaranteed.
Abilene Convention CenterCrowder LIVE!
Crowder brings a night of music, worship, and community to Abilene Auditorium this fall. The show blends intimate worship moments with upbeat anthems and highlights a sound that crosses genres, featuring favorites such as “Good God Almighty,” “Grave Robber,” and “Somebody Prayed.” Rend Collective appears on all dates, with Lost & Found and Benjamin William Hastings joining on select stops. Doors open at staggered times for VIP, reserved, and show entry.
West Texas Wine Festival
The fourth annual West Texas Wine Festival is a fundraising event in support of Frontier Texas, featuring music, food trucks, wineries, vendors, and more at the Frontier Texas Outdoor Parade Grounds. For details about supporting or sponsoring the fundraiser, email whitney@frontiertexas.com. Further information will be shared as plans are finalized.
Frontier Texas!North Texas Airstrip Attack 2026 | Shift-S3ctor Half Mile Championship Finale
The 2026 finale of Shift‑S3ctor’s Half Mile Championship, presented by AZ Cycle Parts, brings a weekend of high speed competition to Abilene Regional Airport in Abilene, Texas. Part of the Shift‑S3ctor Airstrip Attack series that stages half‑mile events across multiple states, this stop serves as Rounds 9 and 10 of the championship. Expect standing‑start half‑mile runs on the runway as some of the quickest street cars in the country go head to head for top speed glory. Beyond the racing, a packed car show highlights distinctive builds and exotic machines, and food trucks and vendors keep the crowd fueled throughout the day. The atmosphere sets the stage for titles to be decided and new legends to emerge.
Abilene Regional AirportLibertyNats Burnout Competition
A bracket-style burnout competition sets the stage as qualifying narrows the field and 16 cars move on to Saturday for a head-to-head bracket series. Admission is $20 per person per day, and children 12 and under get in free. Friday features gates opening for the day, two test sessions to dial in setups, and qualifying that runs until it is wrapped up. Saturday begins with a second round of qualifying, followed by a chip draw, then three elimination rounds, a Second Chance Event, and the final round. The Second Chance payout awards $3,500 for first, $1,000 for second, and $500 for third. Safety and tech rules include a helmet, firesuit, and safety belt, along with a full firewall. Turbocharged vehicles must have X bolts in the exhaust, and a battery disconnect switch is required. Hubcaps, aluminum wheels, and wheel weights are not permitted. Judging awards points for instant smoke worth 10, tip in hype worth 30, constant smoke worth 20, driver skill worth 30, and crowd hype worth 10.
ACOTAR Book 6 Midnight Release
Celebrate the arrival of ACOTAR Book 6 at an after-hours release party. Preorders are available for both Book 6 and Book 7. The celebration is free for attendees who have placed a preorder. A preorder link is available on the organizer’s website and in their Instagram bio.
Seven and One BooksAndrew Jones Duo Live Performance
Experience a live performance by the Andrew Jones Duo at The Ice House.