Event Archive
Honky Tonk Angels at Great Plains Theatre
When three gutsy gals from different backgrounds take charge of their lives, they decide to follow their honky tonk dreams all the way to the city of Nashville. Combining 30 classic country tunes (...
Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad: “Ich Liebe Oktoberfest!” (I love Oktoberfest!) Celebrate Oktoberfest on the Smoky Valley Limited
Oktoberfest originally began in Bavaria, Germany, as an agricultural exhibition much like our modern day county fairs in Kansas. Heavily promoted by brewing companies, the holiday grew across Germany...
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Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad: The best thing about the Flint Hills? Good ol’ Kansas barbeque on the Smoky Valley Limited
Someone once said that “barbeque is happiness.” And Kansans love their barbeque! Good barbeque is no stranger here in the Flint Hills, and the A&SV Smoky Valley Limited is proud to feature some...
Wild West Gravel Fest
For those who love the thrill of adventure on two wheels, the Wild West Gravel Fest is the event for you! This exciting gravel race takes place offers three different race options: a 50k fun ride for...
7th Annual Oktoberfest
Save the date! Join the Oktoberfest party, returning to downtown Abilene in 2024! Immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere with authentic German music, captivating dancers, and mouthwatering cuisine...
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Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad: A taste of Italy…Kansas style! It’s Italian night on the Smoky Valley Limited
As someone once said, “Life is a combination of magic and pasta.” And if you’re a lover of Italian food, you’ll love Italian food night on the A&SV Smoky Valley Limited on Saturday, September 14...
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Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad: Smoky Valley Limited: Celebrating Fall with Brookville Fried Chicken (Legacy Kansas)
Celebrating Fall’s arrival with a great night out and good food: Legacy Kansas Brookville Chicken on the Smoky Valley Limited!
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Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad: Summer’s final cookout Labor Day Weekend! Build your own burger on the Smoky Valley Limited
The Labor Day holiday is summer’s last hurrah and the last big cookout weekend. That’s why the A&SV Smoky Valley Limited is featuring our second Labor Day event, an old-fashioned cookout bash...
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Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad: Saying goodbye to summer on Labor Day Weekend: A beef brisket dinner on the Smoky Valley Limited!
Labor Day is the last of the summer holidays! And the A&SV’s Smoky Valley Limited presents the first of two great summer cookout trains. On Saturday, August 31, the Smoky Valley Limited and chef...
Chisholm Trail Days
Celebrate the historic cattle trail at the end of the Chisholm Trail. Friday Aug 30 Kids Olympics - 5:00 pm Chuck Wagon BBQ and fixings - 6:00 pm Jayden Evans - live under the pavilion - 6-8 pm...
5th Annual Abilene Boutique Crawl
Join us for our 5th Annual Boutique Crawl! Enjoy a girl's night out while shopping in our local stores. There will be grab bags with some awesome prizes for the first 50 people. Fill out a punch card...
The American Revolution Experience Traveling Exhibition on Tour
The Abilene Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution and the American Battlefield Trust are excited to feature the American Revolution Experience at the Abilene Public Library from August 19...
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Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad: A&SV Dining Car Heritage Series: Missouri Pacific’s Colorado Eagle
The Missouri Pacific was one of Kansas’ legacy railroads and played a major role in shaping our state’s agribusiness-oriented economy. MoPac trains once rumbled through Dickinson County communities...
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Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad: Celebrate the Central Kansas Free Fair Centennial: The best of Kansas agriculture on the Smoky Valley Limited
The Central Kansas Free Fair centennial means 100 years exhibiting locally produced agriculture and livestock, serving as a mark of excellence in our central Kansas agricultural economy. On Saturday...
Demolition Derby
Visit Abilene, Kansas, for one of the best demolition derbies in the region! A demolition derby is a thrilling motorsport event where participants intentionally ram their modified vehicles into...
Central Kansas Free Fair Parade
The parade kicks off the annual Central Kansas Free Fair. The 2024 Parade begins at 4 p.m., Tuesday*, July 30, at 7th Street and Buckeye Avenue (Highway 15) and proceeds south to 3rd Street and west...
100th 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
Witness the excitement of the rodeo, where skilled cowboys and cowgirls compete in thrilling events!
Bright Star at Great Plains Theatre
Inspired by a real event and featuring the Grammy-nominated score by Steven Martin and Edie Brickell, Broadway’s BRIGHT STAR tells a sweeping tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop...
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