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Events in Abilene TX – #EventsToBeScene

Events in Abilene TX - Abilene SceneLooking for a calendar of events in Abilene TX? We’ve got you. Check it out and read our event write-ups on the blog.

The Abilene Scene events calendar will help you take advantage of all the arts, culture and entertainment Abilene has to offer. Whether you love visiting museums, taking in a play, or finding an adventure for the whole family, there’s no excuse for a boring weekend in Abilene.

To submit an entry for the calendar of events in Abilene TX, email abilenescene@zacpubs.com.

August 2025

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  • Oak Ridge Boys

    Oak Ridge Boys

    August 1, 2025  7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
    Paramount Theatre, 352 Cypress St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

    The Oak Ridge Boys will perform at Paramount Theatre. The show will feature many of the group’s country hits and two pop smashes.

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  • Family Fun Saturday

    Family Fun Saturday

    August 2, 2025  10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

    Free Family Fun Saturday at the National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature. Children can tour the gallery, listen to book readings at 10:15 and 11 a.m., and complete a special fine art project.

    See more details

  • Coco

    Coco

    August 2, 2025  2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    Paramount Theatre, 352 Cypress St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

    Paramount Summer Family Film Series presents the 2017 animated movie “Coco” about a family who has banned music for generations until a young Miguel comes along with dreams of becoming his music idol. Rated PG. All tickets are $2.

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  • Dirty Drawers Figure Drawing Class

    Dirty Drawers Figure Drawing Class

    August 4, 2025  7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Center For Contemporary Arts, 220 Cypress St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

    Dirty Drawers free art class at the Center for Contemporary Arts. Donations appreciated. Materials provided. Instructor: Sergio Hernandez.   

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  • Summer STEAM One Plastic Bag

    Summer STEAM One Plastic Bag

    August 5, 2025  2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    The Grace Museum, 102 Cypress St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

    The Grace Museum is offering Summer STEAM “One Plastic Bag” for visitors to create UV-bead friendship bracelets from plastic bags. Inspired by a museum exhibit. Free with regular admission.

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  • Gladiator

    Gladiator

    August 8, 2025 - August 9, 2025  
    Paramount Theatre, 352 Cypress St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

    Paramount Film Series presents “Gladiator,” the 2000 action/adventure movie Rated R. Set in Roman times, the film follows the story of a once-powerful general forced to become a common gladiator.

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  • Friday Night Cruise Night

    Friday Night Cruise Night

    August 8, 2025  7:00 PM - 11:00 PM

    Friday Night Cruise Night
    At the Abilene historic cruise spot. All rides welcome to join the cruise.

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  • Gladiator

    Gladiator

    August 8, 2025 - August 9, 2025  
    Paramount Theatre, 352 Cypress St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

    Paramount Film Series presents “Gladiator,” the 2000 action/adventure movie Rated R. Set in Roman times, the film follows the story of a once-powerful general forced to become a common gladiator.

    See more details

  • Family Fun Saturday

    Family Fun Saturday

    August 9, 2025  10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

    Free Family Fun Saturday at the National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature. Children can tour the gallery, listen to book readings at 10:15 and 11 a.m., and complete a special fine art project.

    See more details

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  • Dirty Drawers Figure Drawing Class

    Dirty Drawers Figure Drawing Class

    August 11, 2025  7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Center For Contemporary Arts, 220 Cypress St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

    Dirty Drawers free art class at the Center for Contemporary Arts. Donations appreciated. Materials provided. Instructor: Sergio Hernandez.   

    See more details

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  • Piano Men: Generations

    Piano Men: Generations

    August 14, 2025  7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
    Paramount Theatre, 352 Cypress St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

    Paramount Theatre presents “Piano Men: Generations” featuring the music of Billy Joel and Elton John. The show is a high-octane, emotionally charged musical journey led by a father-son duo and a world-class band that takes audiences on a ride they won’t forget.

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  • Family Fun Saturday

    Family Fun Saturday

    August 16, 2025  10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

    Free Family Fun Saturday at the National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature. Children can tour the gallery, listen to book readings at 10:15 and 11 a.m., and complete a special fine art project.

    See more details

•
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  • Dirty Drawers Figure Drawing Class

    Dirty Drawers Figure Drawing Class

    August 18, 2025  7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Center For Contemporary Arts, 220 Cypress St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

    Dirty Drawers free art class at the Center for Contemporary Arts. Donations appreciated. Materials provided. Instructor: Sergio Hernandez.   

    See more details

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  • Grace Studio: Shibori Dye

    Grace Studio: Shibori Dye

    August 21, 2025  6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    The Grace Museum, 102 Cypress St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

    The Grace Museum is offering Grace Studio: Shibori Dye, a traditional Japanese dyeing technique similar to tie-dye. No experience necessary. Material provided. Cost is $25 for museum members and $30 for nonmembers.

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  • Third Thursday Workshop

    Third Thursday Workshop

    August 21, 2025  6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    The Old Jail Art Center, 201 S 2nd St, Albany, TX 76430, USA

    Third Thursday Workshop: Macrame. Explore the art of macrame with an experienced art educator in a fun & laid-back workshop environment at the Old Jail Art Center in Albany. BYOB/21 plus. $15 members/$20 non-members. All supplies included. Register at the theojac.org.

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  • Family Fun Saturday

    Family Fun Saturday

    August 23, 2025  10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

    Free Family Fun Saturday at the National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature. Children can tour the gallery, listen to book readings at 10:15 and 11 a.m., and complete a special fine art project.

    See more details

•
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  • Moana

    Moana

    August 24, 2025  2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    Paramount Theatre, 352 Cypress St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

    Paramount Summer Family Film Series presents the 2016 Disney family/adventure animated movie “Moana” about an adventurous teen who sails out on a daring mission to save her island people. Rated PG. Tickets are $2.

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  • Dirty Drawers Figure Drawing Class

    Dirty Drawers Figure Drawing Class

    August 25, 2025  7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Center For Contemporary Arts, 220 Cypress St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

    Dirty Drawers free art class at the Center for Contemporary Arts. Donations appreciated. Materials provided. Instructor: Sergio Hernandez.   

    See more details

•
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  • Mosaic Moments

    Mosaic Moments

    August 27, 2025  10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    The Grace Museum, 102 Cypress St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

    The Grace Museum is offering Mosaic Moments, a time for seniors age 65 and older to enjoy time together in the galleries engaging their minds and bodies. Free with regular admission.

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  • Exhibition Reception and Prom Party

    Exhibition Reception and Prom Party

    August 28, 2025  6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    The Grace Museum, 102 Cypress St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

    The Grace Museum is hosting an exhibition reception and prom party in celebration of Abilene’s local schools and the museum’s new history exhibits, “Beginnings: Early History of Abilene High School and Lincoln Middle School” and “We’ve Got Spirit: School Pride.” Put on your vintage prom wear and relive the good old days. Free.

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  • Family Fun Saturday

    Family Fun Saturday

    August 30, 2025  10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

    Free Family Fun Saturday at the National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature. Children can tour the gallery, listen to book readings at 10:15 and 11 a.m., and complete a special fine art project.

    See more details

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