Cowtown Christmas Preview: Celebrate the Season in Abilene, Kansas!
Get ready for a magical weekend filled with holiday cheer at Cowtown Christmas in Abilene, Kansas, on December 7 & 8, 2024! Voted Best Historic Small Town by USA TODAY, Abilene comes alive with festive charm that will warm your heart. Mark your calendars, grab your loved ones, and head to Abilene for a weekend packed with activities and unforgettable holiday experiences.
Festivities You Won’t Want to Miss:
- Christmas Tree Lane – Stroll along North Buckeye Ave and NW 3rd Street to admire beautifully decorated trees that light up the night.
- Breakfast with Santa – Enjoy biscuits and gravy at Abilene High School, complete with crafts, storytime, and a visit from Santa! (Advance tickets required.)
- Seelye Mansion Holiday Tours – Step back in time with a tour of the lavishly decorated 1905 Seelye Mansion, showcasing over 750 nutcrackers and hundreds of poinsettias.
- Cowtown Santa Express – Hop aboard the Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad for a festive ride through a winter wonderland with Santa, hot cocoa, and holiday lights.
- Cowboy Christmas at Old Abilene Town – Warm up with chili and cinnamon rolls, meet the Grinch, and explore the beautifully decorated town.
- Plaid Tidings at Great Plains Theatre – Enjoy holiday tunes and family-friendly fun in this delightful musical production.
- Old-Fashioned Christmas at the Dickinson County Heritage Center – Step into the past with holiday traditions from yesteryear, complete with festive decorations and activities for all ages.
- 47th Annual Homes for the Holidays Tour – Visit historic homes dressed in their holiday best on this popular tour that brings history and holiday spirit together.
- Cowtown Christmas Light Showdown & Cruise for Food – Cruise through town, admire dazzling displays, and vote for your favorites. Winners will be announced with fanfare at Little Ike Park!
- Fireworks & Tree Lighting – End the night with a spectacular fireworks show (weather permitting) and the Mayor’s Tree Lighting Ceremony at Little Ike Park.
- Abilene Municipal Band Concert – Tap your toes to holiday classics performed at the Eisenhower Presidential Library’s Visitor Center.
Make Holiday Memories in Abilene
Explore cozy shops, enjoy festive treats, and soak in the small-town charm that makes Abilene the perfect holiday destination. Whether you're riding the rails with Santa, touring historic homes, or watching fireworks light up the sky, Cowtown Christmas promises a weekend filled with joy and wonder.
Plan your holiday getaway today! Visit AbileneKansas.org/Christmas for the full schedule and event details.