Events
Abilene Antique Stores Host Big Winter Sale Event - January 17 - 31
Bargain hunters and treasure seekers, mark your calendars! Abilene, proudly named Best Historic Small Town by USA TODAY, is kicking off 2026 with an exciting Winter Sale Event featuring all of its...
Ike's Essential Leadership Qualities (Lunch & Learn)
Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum Eisenhower Library Building - indoor courtyard 200 SE 4th Street, Abilene KS 67410 Thursday, January 22, 2026 - 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. CST Guest...
Statehood Ball
Dance the night away to traditional tunes from the 1860s to the 1880s to commemorate the 250th birthday of the Declaration of Independence – thus, the birth of our nation – and the 165th birthday of...
Valentine’s Day Dinner at the Historic Seelye Mansion
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with an elegant dinner at the Historic Seelye Mansion, offered on Friday, February 13, or Saturday, February 14. This special experience invites couples to enjoy a memorable...
Smoky Valley Limited - Valentines Prime Rib Dinner
We’ve got the perfect setting for a great Valentine’s Day experience! Imagine a candlelight setting with a great meal, live music and a great prime rib dinner with a nice glass of wine…all on a...
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Valentine’s Day Dinner at the Historic Seelye Mansion
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with an elegant dinner at the Historic Seelye Mansion, offered on Friday, February 13, or Saturday, February 14. This special experience invites couples to enjoy a memorable...
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Kerr-Mills Act (Lunch & Learn)
Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum Eisenhower Library Building - indoor courtyard 200 SE 4th Street, Abilene KS 67410 Thursday, February 26, 2026 - 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. CST Guest...
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Kerr-Mills Act (Lunch & Learn)
Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum Eisenhower Library Building - indoor courtyard 200 SE 4th Street, Abilene KS 67410 Thursday, March 26, 2026 - 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. CDT Guest speaker: ...
Ida Stover Eisenhower Memorial Quilt Show
Attend the Dickinson County Historical Society's quilt show to see beautiful quilts on display. All Dickinson County quilts are welcome and can range from recently completed to the late 1880s....
Sunflower Journey Quilt Show
Presented by the End of the Trail Quilters Guild. Make plans to attend and join hundreds of quilt enthusiasts from around Kansas. Hosted by the End of the Trail Quilters' Guild Saturday, April 11...
Eisenhower Marathon
Runners at the Eisenhower Marathon and Half Marathon wind through the territory south of Abilene that cattlemen followed when bringing their herds to Abilene on the Chisholm Trail in the 1800s. All...
Downtown Abilene Cruise for Food Car Show
Downtown Abilene Cruise for Food Car Show Returns May 10, 2025! Rev up your engines and join us for the Downtown Abilene Cruise for Food Car Show! Saturday, May 9, 2026
8th Annual Antique Fest
Get ready for the 8th Annual Abilene Downtown Antique Fest on Saturday, May 9, a can’t-miss event that’s perfect for Mother’s Day weekend! Stroll through historic downtown Abilene and discover a...
National Greyhound Association Spring Meet
See the world's fastest canine in action and learn why Abilene is the Greyhound (dog) Capital of the World!
School's Out Fest
School’s out, and the fun is in full swing! Kick off summer in Abilene, Kansas, with School’s Out Fest—a full day of family-friendly activities, live music, sidewalk chalk art, and fantastic food and...
Symphony at Sunset Annual D-Day Commemoration Concert
Commemorate D-Day at this meaningful outdoor concert held on our beautiful campus grounds. This annual concert is held the first Saturday in June in partnership with the Salina Symphony and...
Central Kansas Free Fair
Located in Abilene, the Central Kansas Free Fair is one of the largest in the state. This family-friendly event offers educational activities and entertainment for all ages, including the Wild Bill...
Wild Bill Hickok PRCA Rodeo
Get ready for action-packed nights at the Wild Bill Hickok PRCA Rodeo, July 28 - July 31! Watch as talented cowboys and cowgirls showcase their skills in exciting rodeo events.
Central Kansas Free Fair - Parade
Experience the excitement of the Central Kansas Free Fair, starting with the annual parade on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at 4 p.m. Don’t miss this annual tradition!
Central Kansas Free Fair - Demolition Derby
Visit Abilene, Kansas, for one of the region's best demolition derbies! Watch as drivers compete in a high-energy clash of skill and durability, battling to be the last car standing. Saturday...
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