AREA ATTRACTIONS
Discover Exciting Attractions in Abilene TX
It’s a great day to explore!
Our local RV Park is conveniently located right next to Interstate 20, minutes away from family fun and attractions. So, hop in the car and go do everything you want to. Try it – you’ll like it!
West Texas Pride
Dyess AFB Memorial Museum and Linear Air Park
Request a tour of Dyess Air Force Base, housing the 7th Bomb Wing, two B1-B Lancer squadrons, and the 317th Airlift Group with its two C-130J Hercules squadrons. Guided tours of the Air Park inside the Air Force Base can be requested on weekdays from 9am – 2pm. Keep one open seat in your vehicle, so the Curator can accompany you. This tour is completely free!
Frontier Texas
Discover real Texas food and the history of the Texas Forts Trail region at the museum. Visit the gift shop and exhibits. See buffalo hides, Native American stories, cowboy films, railroads, Texas Rangers, guns, and settlements.
Grace Museum
Discover exciting exhibitions, programs, collections of American fine art, and the evolving West Texas story.
World’s Largest Rattlesnake Roundup
Second weekend in March in nearby Sweetwater at the Nolan County Coliseum. Parade, Carnival, Gun-Knife-and-Coin Show, Snake-Eating Contest, children under 12 FREE when accompanied by a parent. Lots of other events too! Sponsored by the JayCees.
Abilene Sports
Abilene Christian University
Root for the ACU Wildcats as they claw their way to victory in Football, Basketball, and Baseball!
McMurry University
Men’s and Women’s sports include Baseball, Basketball, Track & Field and many more. See the Warhawks at Drigger’s Field, Kimbrell Arena, and Wilford Moore Stadium.
Hardin-Simmons University
Cheer for the Cowboys and the Cowgirls in eight different sports, including Tennis!
Maxwell Golf Club
The best place to play golf in Abilene is a Par 72, 18-hole public golf course, just minutes from downtown. Visit the Pro Shop, Driving Range, and Snack Bar.
Abilene Clay Sports
Founded in 1958, the “West Texas Sportsman’s Club” offers the best in clay target shooting. Now known as Abilene Clay Sports, the club features Sporting Clays, 5-Stand, Trap, and Skeet, as well as ZZ-Bird shooting on the regulation field.
Cal Young Park
Great fishing! You’ll see ducks and pelicans. Enjoy the playground, softball, hockey, disc golf, and skate park.
Maxx Air Trampoline Park
Bring the kids! They’ll jump for joy! So will you! Adults love trampolines too.
Wild Animals
Abilene Zoo
Meet Albert the Alligator and more than 600 other animals at the zoo, plus cool events and special attractions. Wagons and wheelchairs are available to rent.
Cowboys, Cowgirls, and Rodeo
Western Heritage Classic Rodeo
Occurs every year in May at the Expo Center of Taylor County. Four days of fun with rodeo events, carnival rides, live music, tractor pulls, livestock shows, food, and drinks. Don’t miss the Parade, the Rhinestone Roundup, and the Chuck Wagon Cook-off!
Abilene Boot Company
Classic Western boots made right here in Abilene. Leather boots with fancy stitching in many styles for men and women. Find a store or order online.
5D Custom Hats and Leather
The best hatter and leather shop in Texas creates custom-made Western hats and hand-tooled wallets, belts, and holsters. For expert craftsmanship and outstanding customer service, visit 5D Custom Hats and Leather in Abilene. You’ll be glad you did.
Nightlife, Theatre, Restaurants, and Movies
Music, dancing, stage plays, movies, and so many restaurants you almost won’t believe it!