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Step into the magic of Abilene, USA TODAY’s Best Historic Small Town, and experience a Hallmark-style Christmas weekend filled with twinkling lights, festive events, and small-town charm. Here’s what’s happening during the holiday season:
Saturday, December 7
8:30 a.m. – Start your day with breakfast at Amanda’s Bakery & Bistro or Susie’s Deli in downtown Abilene.
9:00 a.m. – Explore the 49th Annual Abilene Holiday Craft Show at Sterl Hall for handmade gifts.
10:00 a.m. – Visit Sand Springs Venue’s Christmas Vendor Open House for festive shopping.
11:00 a.m. – Bid on decorated trees at the Festival of Trees and shop local stores like RHV, Aksent Boutique, and more.
12:00 p.m. – Enjoy lunch at M&R Grill or Ike’s 2.0.
2:00 p.m. – Catch Forever Plaid: Plaid Tidings at Great Plains Theatre.
4:30 p.m. – Join the Christmas Cruise for Food to donate canned goods and enjoy holiday lights.
5:15 p.m. – Experience Cowboy Christmas at Old Abilene Town with rustic holiday decor.
5:30 p.m. – Tour the “Seelye Mansion in Lights,” featuring over 65 Christmas trees and vintage charm.
6:00 p.m. – Savor BBQ at Midwest Creamery & Q or Hickok Spirits + Eats, or enjoy pizza at Tossed n Sauced Pizza.
7:00 p.m. – Gather for the Mayor’s Holiday Tree Lighting, live performances, and fireworks at Little Ike Park.
Sunday, December 8
Morning – Start your day with a church service or leisurely breakfast.
12:00 p.m. – Enjoy a family-style fried chicken dinner at Legacy Kansas.
2:00 p.m. – Celebrate with traditional tunes at the Abilene Municipal Band Christmas Concert.
3:00 p.m. – Tour historic homes on the Heritage Homes Association’s 47th Annual Homes for the Holidays Tour.
5:00 p.m. – Enjoy live music, crafts, and carousel rides at Old-Fashioned Christmas at Dickinson County Heritage Center.
7:30 p.m. – Ride the Cowtown Santa Express for a magical train ride with Santa, hot cocoa, and cookies.
Visit AbileneKansas.org/Christmas for a complete schedule and details.