Texas Panhandle Plains Region
2006 Events
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February

February 9-19, 2006 - SPORTING EVENT - Amarillo: National Cutting Horse Association World Championship Finals. Over 500 of the top riders and cutting horses vie for the title "World Champion" in a week-long event at the Amarillo National Center. It is the largest equestrian event in Amarillo. Time: 8am-8pm. Cost: free. Location: Amarillo National Center--Tri-State Fairgrounds at 10th and Grand Street. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. Average attendance: under 250,000. For more information, call 817-244-6188. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually in January.

March

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April

April 28, 2006 - FESTIVAL - Lubbock: 28th Annual Lubbock Arts Festival. The Lubbock Arts Festival features booths displaying various types of art and international foods, exhibits by the humanities, and several musical performances. Be sure to bring the kids along to visit the children's center, where they can create their own works of art. Location: South Plains Fairgrounds. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. Average attendance: under 250,000. For more information, call 806-744-2787. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually.

May

May 20, 2006 - FESTIVAL - Graham: Art Splash on the Square. Art Splash offers a rich blend of fine art and quality artisanship, whimsy and entertainment. Includes a national art competition, Lake Country Art Show, Jr. Rembrandt Art Show, artisans selling their work and demonstrating their craft, food and musical entertainment. Open to the public free of charge. Time: 10-6. Cost: Free. Location: Downtown Square. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. Average attendance: under 250,000. For more information, call 1-866-549-0401. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 3rd weekend in May.

May 5-7, 2006 - FESTIVAL - Abilene: 23rd Annual Cinco de Mayo Celebration. Dignitary dinner is Friday. Includes softball tournament, food booths, flea market, children's games, horse rides, train rides, ballet folklorico dancers, outdoor dance and more. Time: 10am-11pm Saturday; Noon - 10:30pm Sunday. Location: St. Vincent Pallotti Catholic Church. Region: Panhandle Plains. For additional information call (325) 676-8975 or visit www.hispanicabilene.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually in May.

June

June 1-4, 2006 - SPORTING EVENT - Amarillo: Cowboy Roundup USA. Coors Ranch Rodeo & World Championship Chuckwagon Roundup and World's Greatest Horseman Finals. Cowboys from ranches all over the region compete in the ranch rodeo, and chuck wagon cooks guard their recipes carefully to win first prize in the highest-paid chuck wagon cook-off in the country. Location: Amarillo Tri-State Fairgrounds 10th and Grand Street. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. Average attendance: under 250,000. For more information, call 806-376-7767. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, first of June.

June 2 - August 19, 2006 (Tuesday through Saturday) - PLAY OR MUSICAL - Canyon: TEXAS!. Outdoor musical drama performed summers in the Palo Duro Canyon near Amarillo, TX, sprawled across a 600 foot cliff behind the stage. This production showcases the best in acting, dancing, live music and theatre music that the stage has ever seen. The history of the Panhandle has never been more alive. Time: 8:30pm. Cost: $7-$25. Tickets during preview week (June 2, 3, 6, 7, & 8) will be discounted 25%. A barbecue dinner is available nightly from 6-8 pm for $8.50 per person ($7 for children 11 and under). A special family pack, including dinner and the show for a family of four, will be offered for $99 and for a family of six at $139. Location: Pioneer Amphitheatre in Palo Duro Canyon - near Amarillo, TX. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. Average attendance: under 250,000. For more information, call 806-655-2181 or visit www.texas-show.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, Summers in the Palo Duro Canyon.

JULY

Summer, 2006 - EXHIBIT - Canyon: Palo Duro: The Grand Canyon of Texas and Picturing Palo Duro. Both exhibits focus on the beauty and history of the second largest canyon in the United States. "Masterpieces in Indian Art" opens May 20th and the "Duval" collection opens August 4th. Location: 2503 4th Ave., Canyon. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 806-651-2244. Please mention this listing when inquiring.

Nightly Excluding Sundays, (June 2) through August 19, 2006 - PLAY OR MUSICAL - Canyon: TEXAS! Outdoor musical drama performed summers in the Palo Duro Canyon near Amarillo, TX, sprawled across a 600 foot cliff behind the stage. This production showcases the best in acting, dancing, live music and theatre music that the stage has ever seen. The history of the Panhandle has never been more alive. Time: 8:30pm. Cost: $7-$25. A barbecue dinner is available nightly from 6-8 pm for $8.50 per person ($7 for children 11 and under). A special family pack, including dinner and the show for a family of four, will be offered for $99 and for a family of six at $139. Location: Pioneer Amphitheatre in Palo Duro Canyon - near Amarillo, TX. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. Average attendance: under 250,000. For more information, call 806-655-2181 or visit www.texas-show.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, Summers in the Palo Duro Canyon.

July 4, 2006 - OTHER EVENT - Amarillo: July 4th Fireworks. The Texas Panhandle's largest fireworks display, sponsored by the Amarillo Globe-News. More than 50,000 people gather near Thompson Park to view this spectacular event. Time: Sunset. Cost: Free. Location: Ross Rogers Golf Course in Thompson Park (US Highway 287 north). Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. For more information, call 806-376-4488. Please mention this listing when inquiring.

July 4, 2006 - FESTIVAL - Big Spring: Fifth Annual Funtastic 4th of July Festival. Don't miss Big Spring Downtown Revitalization Association's Funtastic Fourth of July Festival Featuring: Battle of the Bands- Tejano, Rock, & Country, food, family activities, Entertainment Feature Group "The Great Divide", Gospel Music Contests, and lots of family fun. Time: 11am. Cost: Free. Location: Heart of the City Park, Downtown Big Spring, Second and Scurry Streets. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 432-394-4908 or visit www.bigspringmusic.org. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually on July 4th.

July 4, 2006 - FESTIVAL - Lubbock: Fourth on Broadway. A celebration of the 4th of July with a parade and street fair. The parade begins at 10am, followed by live music, and a wide array of food and craft booths lined up along Broadway. The day ends with a concert and fireworks display. Time: All Day. Cost: Free. Location: Broadway Street. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. Average attendance: under 250,000. For more information, call (806) 747-5232. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually on July 4th.

July 8, 2006 - FESTIVAL - Levelland: Early Settlers Festival. For nearly 40 years, some 15,000 people come to celebrate country, bluegrass and Tejano music performances, old settler activities, more than 50 food booths, games, horseshoes, activities for kids, and a parade that lasts an hour or more. This year, folks will "Do the Drag" on Friday evening before in cars representing our history. Sponsored by the Levelland Area Chamber of Commerce. Time: All day. Cost: $1 wristband offers discounts on food and activities. Location: Downtown Square, Avenue H. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. For more information, call (806) 894-3157. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, Saturday after July 4th.

July 28-30, 2006 - FESTIVAL - Knox City: 18th Annual Watermelon Festival and 7th Annual Classic Car Show. This event features horseshoe pitching, a sand volleyball tournament, food, free watermelon slices a watermelon-eating contest, parade, music and a classic car show. Location: City Park. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. For more information, call 940-658-3442. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually,last weekend in July.

August

Summer, 2006 - EXHIBIT - Canyon: Palo Duro: The Grand Canyon of Texas and Picturing Palo Duro. Both exhibits focus on the beauty and history of the second largest canyon in the United States. "Masterpieces in Indian Art" opens May 20th and the "Duval" collection opens August 4th. Location: 2503 4th Ave., Canyon. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. Average attendance: under 50,000. For more information, call 806-651-2244. Please mention this listing when inquiring.

Nightly Excluding Sundays, (June 2) through August 19, 2006 - PLAY OR MUSICAL - Canyon: TEXAS! Outdoor musical drama performed summers in the Palo Duro Canyon near Amarillo, TX, sprawled across a 600 foot cliff behind the stage. This production showcases the best in acting, dancing, live music and theatre music that the stage has ever seen. The history of the Panhandle has never been more alive. Time: 8:30pm. Cost: $7-$25. A barbecue dinner is available nightly from 6-8 pm for $8.50 per person ($7 for children 11 and under). A special family pack, including dinner and the show for a family of four, will be offered for $99 and for a family of six at $139. Location: Pioneer Amphitheatre in Palo Duro Canyon - near Amarillo, TX. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. Average attendance: under 250,000. For more information, call 806-655-2181 or visit www.texas-show.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, Summers in the Palo Duro Canyon.

August 19, 2006 - FESTIVAL - Amarillo: Polk Street Block Party. One of Amarillo's biggest parties is the Polk Street Block Party. Sponsored by Center City of Amarillo, proceeds help Center City's plans to encourage a re-development and re-birth of downtown Amarillo. Food, drink, music and games highlight this night of celebration. Time: 4pm to midnight. Location: Downtown Amarillo along Polk Street. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. For more information, call 806-372-6744. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually in August.

September

September 15-17, 2006 - OTHER EVENT - Abilene: 35th Annual Altrusa Antique Show. Dealers from around the United States exhibit at this show and sale. Time: Fri & Sat 11-6, Sun 12-5. Cost: $2 advance, $4 at the door. Location: 1100 North 6th Street. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. For more information, call 325-676-6211. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually.

September 15-17, 2006 - FESTIVAL - Brownwood: Annual Brownwood Reunion Celebration. Mayor Massey officially invites you to come celebrate our version of Mayberry, Brownwood, Texas with us. Dance under the stars, meet some new and old friends, enter friendly competitions, stroll down the avenue, and eat everything from festival favorites to great down home cooking. We will fill 20 city blocks with surprises, attractions, friends, great cooking, crafters, parades, bull rides, web fan cams, Apache helicopters, good times and so much more. We would love to have you. Time: Friday 5pm-12pm, Saturday 10am-12pm, Sunday 11am-5pm. Admission to festival grounds is FREE. Admissions to nightly concerts range from $10-$30. Location: 600 E. Depot Brownwood Texas 76801. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. Average attendance: 20,000-30,000. For more information, call 325-641-1182 or 324-998-INFO or visit www.BrownwoodTX.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, third Weekend in September.

September 15-23, 2006 - FAIR - Amarillo: Tri-State Fair. Midway, rides, games, food booths, concerts, free shows, animal exhibits, a rodeo and more. Location: Amarillo Tri-State Fairgrounds 10th and Grand Street. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. Average attendance: under 250,000. For more information, call 806-376-7767. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, third week in September.

September 21-23, 2006 - FESTIVAL - Abilene: 5th Annual West Texas Book & Author Festival. Writing & Publish workshops, Cook-book Gala, Cooking demonstration, "Hall of Texas Authors" with more than 100 Texas authors and publishers who display, sell & autograph books. Presentations are held throughout the day. Abilene Public Library & Abilene Civic Center Call for more information. Location: Abilene Public Library 202 Cedar. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. For more information, call 325-676-6025, Ricki Brown. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 4th weekend in September.

September 22-24, 2006 - FESTIVAL - Abilene: 12th Annual Hot Air Balloon Festival. Sponsored by Optimist Unlimited Club of Abilene...featuring nightly balloon glow, arts & crafts, games, food booths, children's contests, & street dance on Saturday night. Hare & Hound Race on Saturday & Sunday mornings. Cost: Free. Location: Red Bud Park 3125 South 32nd Street. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. For more information, call 325-692-2637, Lynda Wilson. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, 4th weekend in September.

October

October 21, 2006 - FESTIVAL - Abilene: 4th Annual Erinshire Folk Festival. Come and experience an Abilene tradition. Musicians from all over the Abilene area (and some outside) come together for one magical night of acoustic music under the stars. Music all day long. Bring quilts, picnics, coolers. Food vendors available. Tickets available at Aartvark Music, Allied Parcel & Post on Judge Ely, and Caldwell Music. Time: noon to midnight. Cost: $10 per person. Location: Erinshire Gardens, 435 College Drive at Cedar Crest. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. For more information, call 325-677-8420, Bobby Deegan or visit www.erinshire.com. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually in October.

October 26 - November 4, 2006 - SPORTING EVENT - Amarillo: US Team Penning Association World Finals. For more information see the Team Penning Association website at www.teampenning.org. Time: all day. Cost: free. Location: Amarillo National Center Tri-State Fairgrounds 10th and Grand Street. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. Average attendance: under 250,000. For more information, call 940-766-6838. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, last week of October.

November

November 2-5, 2006 - OTHER EVENT - Abilene: Christmas Carousel. This sale of holiday gifts, sponsored by the Jr. League of Abilene, benefits community projects and numerous charitable causes. Thursday, Preview Sale (advance tickets only). Time: Fri & Sat 10-6 Sunday 12-5. Cost: $5 Adults, $3 Sr. Citizens. Location: Abilene Civic Center 1100 North 6th Street. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. For more information, call 325-676-6211, Civic Center. Booth Rental: 325-677-1879, Jr. League. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually.

November 9-12, 2006 - SPORTING EVENT - Amarillo: World Championship Ranch Rodeo. See real cowboys from the U.S. and Canada, who actually earn their day-to-day living on a ranch, compete for the title of World Champion in events like wild cow milking, bronc riding, team penning and more. Time: 7pm. Location: Amarillo Civic Center Coliseum 3rd and Buchanan. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. Average attendance: under 250,000. For more information, call 806-374-9722. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually in November.

November 10-12, 2006 - OTHER EVENT - Abilene: Christmas in November. Arts, crafts and gifts. Cost: Free. Location: Abilene Civic Center 1100 North 6th Street. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. For more information, call 325-676-6211, Civic Center. Booth Rental: 325-673-1142, Bette Pitcock. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually.

November 28, 2006 - OTHER EVENT - Abilene: City Sidewalks. KTXS-TV Christmas Lights Parade, Community Tree Lighting, Gingerbread House Contest & more. Rediscover the charm of Christmas in downtown as merchants, museums and galleries open their doors for an evening of holiday cheer. Time: 6pm-8:30pm. Parade at 6:30pm, Tree Lighting @ 7:30pm. Cost: Free. Location: Downtown Abilene. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. For more information, call 325-676-6211, Civic Center. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually.

November 28-30, 2006 - EXHIBIT - Amarillo: Amarillo Farm and Ranch Show. One of the largest shows of its kind. Featuring over 700 exhibitors and 30,000 plus visitors. Time: daily. Location: Amarillo Civic Center 3rd and Buchanan. Region: Texas Panhandle Plains. Average attendance: under 250,000. For more information, call 806-378-4297. Please mention this listing when inquiring. Held annually, week following Thanksgiving.