Save the Date! Chisholm Trail Days - Aug. 31 & Sept. 1

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5 things to do in Abilene - Week of 8/12/2019

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Railroad Resumes Full Runs


As of Thursday, August 15 we will once again make full runs to Enterprise and back. Thanks to the many volunteers that have worked hard to repair the track and also to those that made cash donations to ASVRR to help cover the cost of ties and ballast.

Abilene Welcomes Travel Writer

The Iowa Gallivant is visiting Abilene this week to explore our five-star community and experience all it has to offer! 


Christian Motorcyclists Association Visit Abilene

The Christian Motorcyclists Association will host its Kansas State Rally in Abilene August 16-18, 2019.

Oktoberfest T-Shirts Now Available

The 2019 Abilene Oktoberfest t-shirts are now available! Pick up your shirt today at the Flower Box or the Abilene Visitor's  Center. 



Throwback Thursday - Old Abilene Town

The Salina Journal, February 13, 1959
5 Star Reviews - Eisenhower Presidential Library & Museum
 
 
Kansans who think they're familiar with the life and times of favorite son President Dwight D. Eisenhower may be in for a surprise.

The overhauled museum honoring Eisenhower, the 34th president of the United States, opened recently to rave reviews. A project a year in the making, the renovated and upgraded Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum in Abilene deliv ers the opportunity for guests to see the legendary Kansan and his wife, Mamie, in an entirely new light.


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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

2019 marks 150 years since the City of Abilene's official incorporation. Community events make Abilene not only a great place to live, but also a great place to visit. Make plans now to visit Abilene, Kansas and enjoy these great events! 

Take the Abilene Event Challenge - how many can you attend? Snap a photo and tag us in your Facebook posts @VisitAbilene.


EVENT

WHEN

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Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
 August 2-18 Great Plains Theatre
Christian Motorcyclists Association State Rally Friday, August 16 - Sunday, August 18 Dickinson County Fairgrounds / Sterl Hall
Dinner Train (Fried Chicken by Brookville Hotel) Saturday, August 31 @ 6:30 pm Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad (Steam Locomotive)
Chisholm Trail Days Saturday, August 31 - Sunday, September 1 Old Abilene Town
Steam Locomotive #3415 train rides
 Saturday, August 31 @ 10 am & 2 pm
Sunday, September 1 @ 2 pm
Monday, September 2 @ 10 am & 2 pm		 Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad
Oktoberfest Saturday, September 14 Downtown Abilene
Historic Home & Barn Tour Saturday, September 14 @ 12:30 pm Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad
Dinner Train (Prime Rib by Hitching Post Restaurant)
 Saturday, September 14 @ 6 pm Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad (Diesel Locomotive)
Dinner Train (Fried Chicken by Brookville Hotel) Saturday, September 28 @ 6 pm Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad (Diesel Locomotive)
Cowtown Classic Charity Bike Ride Sunday, September 29 @ 7 am Eisenhower Park
Heritage Day Saturday, October 5 Dickinson County Heritage Center
Steam Locomotive #3415 train rides
 Saturday, October 5 @ 10 am - 3 pm (hourly departures)

 Dickinson County Heritage Center
Steam Locomotive #3415 train rides
 Sunday, October 6 @ 2 pm (last steam run of the year)
 Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad
Abilene Fire Department 150th Celebration Saturday, October 12  Abilene Fire Department
Historic Home & Barn Tour Saturday, October 12 @ 12:30 pm Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad
Dinner Train (Prime Rib by Mr. K's Farmhouse Saturday, October 12 @ 6 pm Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad (Diesel Locomotive)
National Greyhound Association's Fall Meet Monday, October 14 - Saturday, October 19  National Greyhound Association
Empires Fall October 18-27 Great Plains Theatre
Dinner Train (Fried Chicken by Brookville Hotel) Saturday, October 26 @ 6 pm Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad (Diesel Locomotive)
Makin' Magic - 25 Years of Fun November 29 - December 15 Great Plains Theatre
Abilene's Victorian Inn Christmas Afternoon Tea Saturday, December 7 Abilene's Victorian Inn
Heritage Homes Association's Homes for the Holidays Tour Saturday, December 7
Sunday, December 8		 Varies each year
Night of Christmas Magic Saturday, December 7 Downtown Abilene
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