Events

October 2025
  • Dickinson County Heritage Center - Farm Toy Museum, Heritage Hall & Mural Open House

    October 5, 2025

    Plan to attend the Open House on Sunday, October 5, 2025, from 1:30 to 5:00 p.m. at 412 S. Campbell St. in Abilene to experience the Farm Toy Museum, Heritage Hall, and the new mural. Visitors can...

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  • Pumpkin Harvest Express

    October 11, 2025

    The Pumpkin Harvest Express returns for its third year. Climb aboard one of three passenger cars — or ride in the open-air gondola — for a scenic trip through the Smoky Valley to the railroad’s...

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  • Pumpkin Harvest Express

    October 12, 2025

    The Pumpkin Harvest Express returns for its third year. Climb aboard one of three passenger cars — or ride in the open-air gondola — for a scenic trip through the Smoky Valley to the railroad’s...

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    National Greyhound Association Fall Meet

    October 13, 2025 to October 17, 2025

    See the world's fastest canine in action and learn why Abilene is the Greyhound (dog) Capital of the World!

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    Haunted Walk at Old Abilene Town

    October 17, 2025

    As the leaves turn and the air becomes crisp, there's a sense of enchantment in the atmosphere. In Abilene, Kansas, this time of year is synonymous with the spine-tingling delight of Halloween, and...

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    Haunted Old Town: Abilene’s Spookiest Fall Tradition

    October 17, 2025

    Get ready for chills, thrills, and a whole lot of Halloween fun! Haunted Old Town returns to Abilene this October, bringing back the scares in the historic setting of Old Abilene Town. Whether you...

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  • Pumpkin Harvest Express

    October 18, 2025

    The Pumpkin Harvest Express returns for its third year. Climb aboard one of three passenger cars — or ride in the open-air gondola — for a scenic trip through the Smoky Valley to the railroad’s...

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    Haunted Old Town: Abilene’s Spookiest Fall Tradition

    October 18, 2025

    Get ready for chills, thrills, and a whole lot of Halloween fun! Haunted Old Town returns to Abilene this October, bringing back the scares in the historic setting of Old Abilene Town. Whether you...

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  • Pumpkin Harvest Express

    October 19, 2025

    The Pumpkin Harvest Express returns for its third year. Climb aboard one of three passenger cars — or ride in the open-air gondola — for a scenic trip through the Smoky Valley to the railroad’s...

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    Haunted Walk at Old Abilene Town

    October 24, 2025

    As the leaves turn and the air becomes crisp, there's a sense of enchantment in the atmosphere. In Abilene, Kansas, this time of year is synonymous with the spine-tingling delight of Halloween, and...

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    Haunted Old Town: Abilene’s Spookiest Fall Tradition

    October 24, 2025

    Get ready for chills, thrills, and a whole lot of Halloween fun! Haunted Old Town returns to Abilene this October, bringing back the scares in the historic setting of Old Abilene Town. Whether you...

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    Haunted Walk at Old Abilene Town

    October 25, 2025

    As the leaves turn and the air becomes crisp, there's a sense of enchantment in the atmosphere. In Abilene, Kansas, this time of year is synonymous with the spine-tingling delight of Halloween, and...

    Read more

  • Pumpkin Harvest Express

    October 25, 2025

    The Pumpkin Harvest Express returns for its third year. Climb aboard one of three passenger cars — or ride in the open-air gondola — for a scenic trip through the Smoky Valley to the railroad’s...

    Read more

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    Haunted Old Town: Abilene’s Spookiest Fall Tradition

    October 25, 2025

    Get ready for chills, thrills, and a whole lot of Halloween fun! Haunted Old Town returns to Abilene this October, bringing back the scares in the historic setting of Old Abilene Town. Whether you...

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  • Pumpkin Harvest Express

    October 26, 2025

    The Pumpkin Harvest Express returns for its third year. Climb aboard one of three passenger cars — or ride in the open-air gondola — for a scenic trip through the Smoky Valley to the railroad’s...

    Read more

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    Haunted Walk at Old Abilene Town

    October 31, 2025

    As the leaves turn and the air becomes crisp, there's a sense of enchantment in the atmosphere. In Abilene, Kansas, this time of year is synonymous with the spine-tingling delight of Halloween, and...

    Read more

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    Haunted Old Town: Abilene’s Spookiest Fall Tradition

    October 31, 2025

    Get ready for chills, thrills, and a whole lot of Halloween fun! Haunted Old Town returns to Abilene this October, bringing back the scares in the historic setting of Old Abilene Town. Whether you...

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December 2025
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    Cowtown Christmas

    December 5, 2025 to December 7, 2025

    Celebrate the season in Abilene, December 5-7, 2025! Tour stunning homes during the 48th Annual Heritage Homes for the Holidays Tour, enjoy an Old-Fashioned Christmas at the Dickinson County...

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    Irving Berlin's Holiday Inn - The Musical at Great Plains Theatre

    December 5, 2025 to December 14, 2025

    Friday, December 5 - Sunday, December 11 Evening Performances begin at 7:30pm Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday Matinees begin at 2:00pm House doors open approximately 30 minutes prior...

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  • 48th Homes for the Holidays Tour

    December 6, 2025

    Discover why USA TODAY readers rank Abilene as one of the Best Historic Small Towns during the Heritage Homes Association's 48th Annual Homes for the Holidays Tour! Explore beautifully decorated...

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