See the World's Largest Operating Steam Locomotive
The Union Pacific Big Boy No. 4014 will arrive in Abilene on Thursday, September 2 at 4:30 pm. This is a must-see for train lovers of all ages. The simple comparison between its size and the size of the depot is remarkable! Tip: Make sure to bring your camera to capture photos of this beautiful steam engine!
COVID-19 has affected businesses of all sizes, but Abilene's Boutique Crawl gives shoppers an extra incentive to get out and support small businesses. The fun starts on Thursday, September 2 at 5:30 pm at Little Ike Park. The first 50 shoppers will receive special goodie bags. Complete your boutique passport for a chance to win special prizes.
These draft horses give a new meaning to horsepower! Bring your own lawn chair and enjoy an evening at Old Abilene Town watching these incredible draft horses do what they do best: pull.
On September 5, 1867, the first load of longhorns left Abilene via rail. Celebrate Abilene's Chisholm Trail history at Chisholm Trails Days, Saturday, September 4. Gates open at 5 pm and tickets are $20.
The fun doesn't stop with these special events! Many other tourist attractions will also be open on Labor Day weekend.
Dickinson County Heritage Center - open Wednesday-Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm and Sunday from 1-5 pm. Make sure to check out their 1901 C.W. Parker Carousel!
Greyhound Hall of Fame Museum - Open Wednesday-Sunday from 10 am to 4 pm. Stop and say hello to resident Greyhound greeter, Ginger!
Historic Seelye Mansion - open Monday-Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm and Sunday from 1-4 pm. This is a mansion tour unlike any other you'll experience!
Jeffcoat Photography Studio Museum - Open Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, and Thursday from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm. This museum helps Abilene's history come alive with an incredible collection of photos!
Ride the rails on a 100-year-old steam engine (the only operating steam locomotive in Kansas!), enjoy an open-air car or dine aboard a dinner train with the Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad!
