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All over the world men, women and children are fascinated by the “Wild West.” Today in Abilene, that intriguing story is told by life-size holograms at Frontier Texas!, thru Texas-sized events like Western Heritage Classic and in Abilene only festivals, like the authentic country music fest Outlaws and Legends! Spend a few days scouting this legendary area - a place where western heritage is both

a birthright and a pastime. Take in Abilene’s spirited venues, picture yourself in the Storybook Capital of Texas and savor our renowned dining that’s truly in a class of its own.

10/30/2024

🎬 Sneak Peek Alert! 🎶 We’re excited to share this 1-minute preview of “Abilene” by JB Strauss—a song that brings out the authentic beauty and spirit of our city. 🌅 Watch this teaser, and stay tuned for the full video release! Share with friends and family who love Abilene as much as we do! 💙

Join us in Downtown Abilene on November 2 for the Abilene Freedom Parade! Celebrate our veterans with floats, bands, hor...
10/30/2024

Join us in Downtown Abilene on November 2 for the Abilene Freedom Parade! Celebrate our veterans with floats, bands, horses, classic cars, and a car show—all supporting local veterans' organizations. Don’t miss this patriotic day!

Event Info: https://bit.ly/3Uv5lRQ

In this month’s Texas Monthly, "The Republic of Tacos" article features Abilene’s own The Local for having some of the b...
10/23/2024

In this month’s Texas Monthly, "The Republic of Tacos" article features Abilene’s own The Local for having some of the best tacos in the state! 🌮 Head over to their new location at 901 N 1st St and taste these incredible tacos yourself!

10/20/2024

As my team and I often say, “All roads lead to Abilene.” This is a screenshot from last nights SEC football game and an out of state coach had this in his hand. Thank you Visit Abilene, Texas! Nanci Liles you are amazing!

Look what made it on the Georgia sidelines during the Texas vs. Georgia game! 🤯 Our 'Top Ten Things Ya Gotta Do In Abile...
10/20/2024

Look what made it on the Georgia sidelines during the Texas vs. Georgia game! 🤯 Our 'Top Ten Things Ya Gotta Do In Abilene' list is getting some BIG national attention! 🏈

That may have been a loss for Texas against Georgia, but it’s a win for Abilene 🙌

We’re thrilled to see the iconic Paramount Abilene on the cover of the Fall 2024 edition of Texas Meetings & Events Maga...
10/17/2024

We’re thrilled to see the iconic Paramount Abilene on the cover of the Fall 2024 edition of Texas Meetings & Events Magazine! This historic venue continues to be a premier choice for hosting incredible events in Abilene.

Un-wine-d this Saturday at the West Texas Wine Festival at Frontier Texas! Enjoy a day filled with Texas wines, live mus...
10/17/2024

Un-wine-d this Saturday at the West Texas Wine Festival at Frontier Texas! Enjoy a day filled with Texas wines, live music, and delicious food. Sip, savor, and soak up the fun!

October 19 | Frontier Texas! | 1:00pm - 6:00pm

🌟 We’re thrilled to announce that Abilene has earned the Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community designation, becomin...
10/15/2024

🌟 We’re thrilled to announce that Abilene has earned the Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community designation, becoming the second city in Texas to receive this honor! This recognition highlights our commitment to making Abilene a top destination, supporting local economic growth, and showcasing our rich cultural heritage.

Governor Greg Abbott today congratulated the City of Abilene on being designated as the second Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community by Travel Texas in the inaugural year of the program after completing the multi-step certification process. The Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community designa...

Get ready for a spooktacular time at Boo at the Zoo! Join the fun at the Abilene Zoo on October 12-13, 19-20, and 26-27 ...
10/09/2024

Get ready for a spooktacular time at Boo at the Zoo! Join the fun at the Abilene Zoo on October 12-13, 19-20, and 26-27 with live shows, a hay-bale maze, Pumpkin Chunkin', treats, animal encounters, and trick-or-treating.

🎶 Did you know Abilene is an official Music Friendly Community recognized by the Texas Governor's Office? With live musi...
09/25/2024

🎶 Did you know Abilene is an official Music Friendly Community recognized by the Texas Governor's Office? With live music almost every day, there's always a tune to catch! 🎸 Check out our music page to plan your next night out!

Music Calendar: https://bit.ly/3zvwDAw

Take a journey through Abilene’s past with Texas Monthly’s feature on the incredible historic sign collection at D.W. Un...
09/19/2024

Take a journey through Abilene’s past with Texas Monthly’s feature on the incredible historic sign collection at D.W. Underground. Dive into the story of these iconic pieces of history and the passion behind preserving them.

A local business owner has devoted his life to collecting and restoring historic signs, from neon truck stop displays to a massive Coca-Cola advertisement.

Cheers to good times and great brews! 🍻 Join us at the Abilene Beer Summit this Saturday for craft beers, live music, an...
09/18/2024

Cheers to good times and great brews! 🍻 Join us at the Abilene Beer Summit this Saturday for craft beers, live music, and tasty bites. Sip, savor, and enjoy the best of Abilene!

September 21 | 201 Mesquite Event Center | 2pm-6pm

Event Info: https://bit.ly/48lFC3W

Don’t miss out! 🎡 The West Texas Fair & Rodeo is almost over—head to the Expo Center of Taylor County this weekend for s...
09/12/2024

Don’t miss out! 🎡 The West Texas Fair & Rodeo is almost over—head to the Expo Center of Taylor County this weekend for some last-minute fun! 🤠

Saddle up, Abilene! The West Texas Fair & Rodeo is off and running, and the PRCA ProRodeo at the Expo Center of Taylor C...
09/06/2024

Saddle up, Abilene! The West Texas Fair & Rodeo is off and running, and the PRCA ProRodeo at the Expo Center of Taylor County is set for nonstop excitement. Grab your boots and join the fun!

🚂 The Abilene Railroad Festival is this week, September 5-7! Celebrate Abilene's rich railroad heritage with special exh...
09/04/2024

🚂 The Abilene Railroad Festival is this week, September 5-7! Celebrate Abilene's rich railroad heritage with special exhibits, interactive activities, and fun for the whole family. Come join us for an unforgettable experience!

Event Info: https://bit.ly/3Xc3VfJ

🍂 Raise a glass to fall in Abilene! Whether it's Oktoberfest, wine tastings, or mixology classes, there’s a sip for ever...
09/03/2024

🍂 Raise a glass to fall in Abilene! Whether it's Oktoberfest, wine tastings, or mixology classes, there’s a sip for everyone this season. Discover where to get your drink on with our guide to the best fall events. 🍻🍷

Find everything you need to plan your trip to Abilene, TX... from hotels and motels to the top attractions, fun things to do and places to eat to coupons to save you a little dough.

🎉 The West Texas Fair & Rodeo is almost here! 🎡 Saddle up and get ready for a week of thrilling rides, live entertainmen...
08/30/2024

🎉 The West Texas Fair & Rodeo is almost here! 🎡 Saddle up and get ready for a week of thrilling rides, live entertainment, and rodeo action coming to Abilene next week!

📍Expo Center of Taylor County | 🗓️ September 5-14

In Abilene, every corner holds a surprise. Whether it's an amazing mural or something unexpected, you never know what yo...
08/23/2024

In Abilene, every corner holds a surprise. Whether it's an amazing mural or something unexpected, you never know what you'll find next!

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Abilene, TX
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All over the world men, women and children are fascinated by stories about the “Wild West.” Today, those courageous tales are told by life-size holograms at Frontier Texas!, but it also lives on through Texas-sized events like Western Heritage Classic, and in Abilene-only festivals, like the authentic country music bash Outlaws and Legends each spring.

Spend a few days scouting this legendary area - a place where western heritage is both a birthright and a pastime. Take in Abilene’s spirited venues, picture yourself in the Storybook Capital of Texas and savor renowned dining that’s truly in a class of its own.

Abilene, a whole lotta' Texas goin' on! #visitabilene

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