Event Archive
Dickinson County Celebrates Freedom of Religion
On Sunday, April 26, Dickinson County will honor one of America’s most cherished freedoms: the freedom of religion. Participating Churches:
Plein Air Painting Event Planned at Seelye Mansion
The Arts Council of Dickinson County and the Historic Seelye Mansion invite the public to enjoy an afternoon of creativity during Painting on the Patio, a plein air painting experience set in the...
Earth Day 12/24/48 Buckle Mania
12 Hour 24 Hour or 48 Hour options all ran on a 1.8228 mile certified paved loop in a beautiful private park. Course is on a 1.8228 mile certified paved mostly shaded loop Through a beautiful...
Plains, Trains and Cowboys
Celebrate America 250 with a collaborative heritage event at the Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad, Dickinson County Heritage Center, and Old Abilene Town featuring western heritage experiences and...
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...
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...
Abilene HandCrafters Spring Market
Come join us IN TWO BUILDINGS. Sterl Hall and the National Guard Armory in Abilene KS. April 4th 9am to 3pm. 60+ hand crafted vendors, breakfast and lunch options, snacks, drinks and more!! Free...
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....
Project Recover (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: ...
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Supreme Court to conduct special evening session March 10 in Abilene
The Kansas Supreme Court will conduct a special evening session March 10 in Abilene as part of its ongoing outreach to familiarize Kansans with the high court, its work, and the overall role of the...
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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...
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...
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...
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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...
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...
48th Homes for the Holidays Tour
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...
Old Fashioned Christmas
Step into the spirit of the season at Old Fashioned Christmas in Abilene!
Cowboy Christmas
Saddle up for a merry afternoon at Old Abilene Town’s Cowboy Christmas! Celebrate the season with homemade chili, warm cinnamon rolls, hot cocoa, kids crafts, and a festive photo spot that’s perfect...
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