A note regarding COVID-19
Upcoming Events in PANHANDLE PLAINS
Abilene
“Full Steam Ahead: The Texas and Pacific Railway”
July 13-July 5
The Grace Museum, 102 Cypress St.
This exhibition highlights the history of the Texas and Pacific Railway in Abilene through several artifacts from the museum’s permanent collection. See the impact of the railroad on the growth of the city and the people who built the tracks and buildings, worked for the railway, and utilized the train’s services.
Early Downtown Abilene: 1880s-1910s
Through July 5
The Grace Museum, 102 Cypress St.
The introduction of modern transportation, a local power company, two telephone companies, and an additional rail line propelled Abilene into the modern age. This exhibition highlights this growth through objects from The Grace’s permanent collection of garments and textiles, business ephemera, historic photos, and various other artifacts.
Nancy Newberry: “Extraños Magníficos”
March 27-Sept. 20
The Grace Museum, 102 Cypress St.
This exhibition displays works by Nancy Newberry, a photographer who draws inspiration from classic spaghetti western movies, merging documentary portrayals with dreamlike creations that investigate notions of nationalism and community.
San Angelo
Ceramic Invitational Exhibition and Symposium
April 26-July 13
San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts, 1 Love St.
The San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts organizes an annual series of ceramic events with exhibitions, a symposium, and workshops led by prominent artists. The San Angelo North American Ceramic Competition, hosted every two years, is open to artists residing in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Clay or ceramic artworks, both functional and sculptural, are eligible for submission. The exhibition features the work of established and emerging ceramic artists selected by the museum.
Memorial Day Program
May 26
Fort Concho National Historic Landmark, 630 S. Oakes St.
Fort Concho National Historic Landmark invites visitors to attend this program that honors the nation’s military members who made the ultimate sacrifice. There is a flag raising, living history artillery salutes, and a talk by a local veteran.
Amarillo
June Jazz
June 3, 10, 17, 24
Amarillo College Washington Street Campus, 2201 Washington St.
The 2025 Jim Laughlin Amarillo College June Jazz Series features free evening concerts on the Washington Street campus at the Experimental Theatre porch.
Starlight Theater Summer Concert Series
June 3-Aug. 12
Sam Houston Park, 4101 Line Ave.
Enjoy free live music at Sam Houston Park every Tuesday. The series is presented by Amarillo Parks and Recreation.
High Noon on the Square
June 4-July 30
Potter County Courthouse Lawn, Sixth and Taylor streets
Each Wednesday in June and July, the lawn of the Potter County Courthouse features live music and an option to purchase lunch on site.
Texas Route 66 Festival
June 5-14
Greater Amarillo Area
Dive into 10 days of classic car shows, exclusive bus tours, special Route 66-themed movie screenings, a cattle drive and parade, live music, and many other offerings along the iconic Texas stretch. The grand finale on June 14 takes place in Amarillo’s Route 66 Historic District.
Coors Cowboy Club Ranch Rodeo
June 5-7
Amarillo National Center, 3301 S. 10th Ave.
This ranch rodeo pits the area’s ranch workers against each other in a friendly but serious competition. The Coors Cowboy Club Cattle Drive kicks off the weekend.
Canyon
June Jams
June 6-27
Neblett Park, 508 16th St.
Enjoy a free concert while relaxing in the downtown district.
Amarillo
Texas 66 Fast Draw Championships
June 6-8
Tri-State Fair Rex Baxter Building, 3301 SE 10th Ave.
This fast draw shooting competition features a cattle drive and multiple shootouts along the route.
Canyon
Texas Outdoor Musical
June 6-Aug. 9
Pioneer Amphitheatre, Palo Duro Canyon State Park, 11450 State Park Highway Road 5
The official play of Texas is packed full of excitement, with lively songs and dance, good ol’ Texas humor, and nightly fireworks. Set against the authentic tapestry of history in Palo Duro Canyon State Park, the show’s fictional characters bring to life the stories, struggles, and triumphs of the settlers of the Texas Panhandle. Don’t miss a the barbecue dinner before the show.
Graham
Food Truck Championship of Texas
June 7
Downtown, 608 Elm St.
Food trucks of all varieties take over “America’s Largest Downtown Square” to compete for the coveted grand champion prize and a total payout of $16,000. A large concert on the downtown square featuring Josh Weathers finishes out the day.
Possum Pedal Bike Ride
June 7
Downtown, 608 Elm St.
With routes ranging from 6 to 76 miles, this ride takes you through southwestern Young County, including Graham, Olney, and historic Fort Belknap, with rolling hills, smooth roads, and some of the most beautiful scenery in Texas.
Lubbock
Summer Stampede Western Art and Gear Show
June 7
National Ranching Heritage Center, 3121 Fourth St.
Highlighting the diversity of Western artistry, this exhibition features works by recognized artists and craftsmen. View and purchase authentic Western pieces—from exquisite paintings, photographs, and sculptures to meticulously crafted cowboy gear—as well as meet many of the artists in person.
Wylie
Big Cat Birthday Bash
June 7
In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue and Educational Center, 3430 Skyview Drive
Celebrate the big cats at the rescue with free cake and ice cream. There is a dunk tank, games, raffles, food and drinks, and the big cats enjoy ice cream and chicken treats for everyone to see.
Lubbock
A Tribute Concert to ABBA
June 7
The Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences, 1300 Mac Davis Lane
Get ready for a night of ABBA’s greatest hits with the Lubbock Symphony Orchestra and the world-renowned tribute group from Sweden, The Concert. Sing along to iconic songs like “Mamma Mia,” “Gimme, Gimme, Gimme (A Man After Midnight),” and the timeless “Dancing Queen.”
Amarillo
Coors Cowboy Club Cattle Drive and Parade
June 7
Downtown , 1000 S. Polk St.
Watch 60 Texas Longhorns make their way through downtown Amarillo on Saturday morning. The parade also features motorized vehicles and staged Old West shootouts.
Abilene
“The Great Turning: We Gather, We Grow, We Tend”
June 7-Sept. 20
The Grace Museum, 102 Cypress St.
Artist Hollis Hammonds and poet Sasha West collaborate to explore the transformative potential of art within a fragile ecosystem. This exhibition invites viewers to engage in a reflective and empowering space where boundaries between past and future, loss and renewal, are reimagined.
Amarillo
Low Rider Cruise on Old Route 66
June 8
Amarillo Boulevard
Classic cars and low riders take a cruise down Old Route 66 (Amarillo Boulevard) during this free event, as part of the Texas Route 66 Festival.
Clarendon
Run the Gap: Historic Route 66 Challenge
June 8
Jericho Gap, 5989 Highway 70
Lace up and hit the road for this 5K and 10K fun run. More than a race, it’s a journey through time on the iconic Jericho Gap on Historic Route 66 Texas. This race is part of the weeklong festival celebrating Texas’ stretch of Route 66.
Amarillo
TX 66 East Bus Tour
June 11
Center City building, 1000 S. Polk St.
See landmarks and quirky attractions like Britten Leaning Water Tower. The journey includes stops at iconic spots like the Jericho ghost town and Devil’s Rope Museum, and includes a lunch at the historic Conoco Tower Station and UDrop Inn. There’s also a happy hour and live music at Cactus Rose Taphouse.
Coleman
PRCA Rodeo
June 12-14
Coleman Rodeo Grounds, 13152 SH 206
In 1936, Texas’ centennial year, the idea of an annual Coleman Rodeo arose when nine businessmen wanted to do something special to celebrate Texas’s 100th anniversary. Today, the rodeo continues on with a street parade, vendors, shopping, mutton busting, and rodeo events.
Amarillo
TX 66 West Bus Tour
June 12
Center City building, 1000 S. Polk St.
This bus tour offers a mix of history, culture, and iconic Route 66 experiences along the West Texas portion of the highway. Stops include Magnolia Station, the Milburn-Price Culture Museum, Dots Mini Museum and the Bent Door Cafe. The tour ends at Mama Jo’s Pie & Sweets followed by live music on the courthouse lawn.
Abilene
Children’s Art + Literacy Festival
June 12-15
Abilene Cultural Affairs Council , T&P Depot, 1101 N. First St.
Join the fun at the 13th annual event, a unique picture book festival spread out at over 17 venues and four days and celebrating Matt Phelan, the summer exhibiting artist at the National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature. The event includes book signings, workshops, an instrument petting zoo, exhibitions, and readings.
Lubbock
“The Addams Family”
June 13-15
The Buddy Holly Hall, 1300 Mac Davis Lane
Wednesday Addams has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet young man from a respectable family. A man her parents have never met. She confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother. Now, Gomez Addams must do something he’s never done before—keep a secret from his beloved wife, Morticia. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s “normal” boyfriend and his parents.
Mineral Wells
Flying Pig Festival
June 13-14
Downtown, 107 N. Oak Ave.
For years, many people have proclaimed The Baker Hotel would make her reappearance “when pigs fly.” Pigs are certainly flying in Mineral Wells and the “Flying Pig” has become synonymous with the rebirth, revitalization, and big dreams coming true across the city. The Flying Pig Festival includes a concert, retail vendors, a food court, kids’ area, car and bike show, pork cookoff, 5K and fun run, and the Kiss-A-Pig Contest.
Sweetwater
Rock the Block
June 14
Downtown , Oak Street
Downtown Sweetwater comes alive with shopping, a band, and food trucks.
Amarillo
TX 66 Festival Finale
June 14
Historic Route 66 District , Southwest Sixth Avenue
Attendees can expect a wide range of attractions, including vendor booths, food options, live music, Elvis impersonators, Miss Texas Route 66 Pinup Pageant, kids activities, corn dog eating contests, a car show, and a bike show.
Fitness @ KT Black Route 66 5K Walk/Run
June 14
Historic Route 66 District , Southwest Sixth Avenue
Lace-up your sneakers and get ready to hit the pavement at the 5K run/walk taking place on the iconic Route 66 Mother Road.
Graham
Summer Concert Series
June 14, 28; July 12, 26; Aug. 9
Graham Downtown Square, 608 Elm St.
This free concert series, held on America’s largest downtown square, features music from a variety of genres. This year’s lineup of artists includes Adam Hood, the Strike, Robert Ellis, and Hudson Westbrook.
Amarillo
Versatility Ranch Horse World Championship Show
June 15-21
Amarillo National Center, 3301 S. 10th Ave.
The American Quarter Horse Association hosts this event, a showcase for top ranch horses that vie for world titles and prizes in competitions such as cutting, reining, cow work, trail, and ranch riding.
San Angelo
American Plains Artists Summer Show
June 19-Aug. 3
Fort Concho National Historic Landmark, 630 S. Oakes St.
Fort Concho presents this special exhibit of Western art from six American plains artists, who were chosen by guests of last year’s art show. Paintings depict vistas, historical topics, still life, and characters of the Old West.
Albany
“Fort Griffin Fandangle”
June 20-28
Prairie Theater, 1490 FM 1084
Presented beneath the summer stars the last two weekends of June, the “Fort Griffin Fandangle” includes singing, dancing, pantomime, and pageantry. It recreates the look and feel of life during the frontier days of the Old West. Over 250 Albany performers dress the part. Presented on the acre-sized Prairie Theater, the show brings covered wagons, buggies, and the railroad. Threatening wildfires, giant rattlesnakes, a rowdy frontier town, and the discovery of oil appear before your eyes.
Lubbock
Cotton Fest
June 26-28
Cook’s Garage, 11002 US 87 D
When early summer rolls around, a celebration of all things music and cotton makes its way to the High Plains of Texas. A weekend-long festival, journey out to Lubbock for three days of camping, cornhole, barbecue cookoffs, and some of the biggest names in Texas country music at William Clark Green’s Cotton Fest.
Amarillo
Summer Dash Barrel Race
June 27-29
Amarillo National Center, 3301 S. 10th Ave.
This premier barrel racing event is hosted by CBT Barrel Racing and features top competitors and big prizes.
Abilene
Virginia Fleck: “Reclaimed Revelations”
June 28-Sept. 20
The Grace Museum, 102 Cypress St.
In an age defined by rapid consumption, Virginia Fleck’s work investigates the relationship between materiality and perception. She creates intricately crafted sensory objects and environments from post-consumer materials imbued with notions of luck, chance, and magical thinking.
Jacksboro
TNT Fest
June 28
Jacksboro Lake, 1114 SH 59
Enjoy this fun-filled day featuring tournaments, tunes, food, and the best fireworks show around. This annual event is always held on the last Saturday in June.
Plainview
Fireworks Show
July 2
Running Water Draw Regional Park, 3400 W. Fourth St.
See the annual fireworks show and grab some grub from food trucks in the park.
Canyon
4th of July Celebration
July 3-4
Neblett Park, 508 16th St.
An entire day dedicated to Independence Day includes a parade, the fair on the square, live music, and fireworks to end the day with a bang.
San Angelo
Star Spangled Banner Concert and Fireworks
July 3
Bill Aylor Sr. Memorial River Stage, 16 E. Avenue A
A concert full of local talent is followed by one of the largest fireworks displays in West Texas that gets bigger and better each year. The event supports local first responders and military.
Sweetwater
Sparks in the Park
July 4
Newman Park, 100 Jackhazard Drive
The fireworks show for Nolan County starts at dark and lights up the sky with spectacular bursts of color.
San Angelo
Holiday Salutes at Fort Concho
July 4
Fort Concho National Historic Landmark, 630 S. Oakes St.
Fort Concho puts on a patriotic display with hourly artillery salutes to mark the nation’s 249th birthday.
Amarillo
Will Rogers Range Riders Rodeo
July 4-6
Arena of Life Rodeo Ministries , 8827 S. Washington St.
The Will Rogers Range Riders host a variety of events including ropings, mounted shootings, and trail rides. The largest of their events is the Rodeo and Reunion, held over the July Fourth weekend. This event is sanctioned as a UPRA Rodeo and was recently sanctioned as a WRCA event.
rodeoticket.com/will-rogers-range-riders-rodeo/rodeo-information
Wylie
In-Sync Exotics Watermelon Toss
July 5
In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue and Educational Center, 3430 Skyview Drive
Watch the cats enjoy yummy watermelons. Some of them play with them, soak them in their tubs, and some even eat them. Donations are encouraged.
San Angelo
“The Art of Ezra Tucker”
July 10-Sept. 7
San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts, 1 Love St.
In this first traveling exhibition of artworks by Ezra Tucker, the untold stories of the Black experience in the history of the American West are depicted alongside monumental and dramatic paintings of North American wildlife and examples of allegory, fantasy, illustration, and narrative.
Amarillo
Koben Pucket PBR
July 12-13
Amarillo National Center, 3301 S. 10th Ave.
Watch some of the best professional bull riders in the country compete in this PBR-santioned event. Proceeds support the Press On Foundation, benefiting those with spinal cord injuries who are pursuing recovery.
PQHA Bomb City Blowout Show
July 25-27
Bill Cody Arena, 3302 S. 10th Ave.
This ranch-focused American Quarter Horse Association show features a ranch riding and trail clinic, judged competitions, and various classes.
San Angelo
National Cowboy Day
July 26
Fort Concho National Historic Landmark, 630 S. Oakes St.
Enjoy a light breakfast and talk on the American Plains Artists Summer Show, followed by a skit by the Concho Cowboy Company.
Buffalo Soldier Anniversary Day
July 28
Fort Concho National Historic Landmark, 630 S. Oakes St.
This event features programs and activities to mark the anniversary of the creation, by an act of Congress, of the all-Black Buffalo Soldier units in the U.S. Army in 1866.
Amarillo
AMA-CON
Aug. 2-3
Amarillo Civic Center, 401 S. Buchanan St.
This pop culture convention features comics, gaming, anime, and sci-fi, with panels, cosplay, and vendor exhibits.
San Angelo
Fess Parker Day
Aug. 16
Fort Concho National Historic Landmark, 630 S. Oakes St.
Fess Parker was a San Angelo native who went on to a movie and TV career portraying both Davy Crockett and Daniel Boone. This festival is all about celebrating his legacy.
“The Global Language of Headwear: Cultural Identity, Rites of Passage, and Spirituality”
Aug. 22-Jan. 4
San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts, 1 Love St.
“The Global Language of Headwear: Cultural Identity, Rites of Passage, and Spirituality” presents 89 hats and headdresses carefully selected from a private collection of more than 1,300 extraordinary pieces of headwear from all over the world.
