Downtown ABI

Cooling off for in . Who's joining us?
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Roll Shack Abilene

What's downtown without our beloved businesses? Today we're celebrating 20 years of Texas Star Trading Co. being a part of ! Our businesses are the heart and soul of our community, and Downtown just wouldn't be the same without them. Here's to many more years of small business success in our amazing downtown area! 🎉

Who's ready to get HAPPY in ? 🎉 Check out our local restaurants and bars for their awesome happy hours and summer deals! Whether you're craving a cold drink or delicious food, we've got you covered. 🍹🍔☀️

Amendment 21 - Happy Hours everyday until 7 pm
Cypress Street Station - Extended Happy Hours Mon - Thurs 2-6 and Fri - Sat 11-5
Dark Horse Dance Hall - Tuesdays- Teen Night, Wed., Thurs., and Sat. - Happy Hour till 9 pm and Friday all night Happy Hour
Grain Theory - $4 specials Mon-Fri 4-6 pm
Kao Lounge - Happy Hours all day Tuesdays and until 7 pm Wed-Fri
Peacock Patio Bar - Happy Hours all day Wednesdays and until 7 pm Thursday and Friday
The Pour House - MMM Mondays - $2 off cocktails starting with "M", Two Dollar Tuesdays - $2 off all signature cocktails, and Wine Wednesdays- $5 select glasses of wine
Smokehouse Abilene - Local residents can enjoy a 20% discount on food and non-alcoholic beverages
The Ice House at LSDG - Happy Hour - Shiner Saturdays - draft specials ALL DAY Saturday
The Handle Bar at Bike ABI - Happy Hour 4-7 pm with daily specials. Saturday Happy Hour 12-3 pm
The Local - Happy Hours Wed-Fri 2-6 pm
The Mill - Happy Hours Thurs-Sat 5-6 pm

Fry-yay vibes! Join us in for .
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Grain Theory
The Local
Matera Grill and Catering

Who else cannot resist a good blueberry muffin? Join us in for !
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Front Porch Coffee Co. & Bakery
Caitie Pies
Sweet Thyme Kitchen

Happy Fourth of July! We're wishing everyone a safe and fun-filled Independence Day spent in .

Happy ! Abilingo is all set to celebrate with you. Come explore the shops in and find your perfect pair of cool shades! Who knows, you might even run into Abilingo himself! 😎

Get ready to celebrate Independence Day with the ultimate American tradition: apple pie! Join our friends at Caitie Pies for a experience that'll have you feeling red, white and delicious!

Who is joining us for in ?

Father's Day is tomorrow! Still looking for the perfect gift? Explore all the shopping has to offer.

It’s that time of year where is transformed with storybook magic for the Children’s Art and Literacy Festival! Experience the magic of the Storybook Capital of America by heading downtown this weekend. Are you here for the festival? Tag us in your photos so we can share!

It's time to kick off the summer at ! Join our friends at Grain Theory for their annual Downtown Block Party this Saturday, June 1st from 5:00 - 10:30 pm.

Visit downtown for all of the shenanigans, such as:
🎶 Live music from Nasty Nate Band and Montclair Band
🍺 Locally-crafted beer
🍔 Mouthwatering food from the Grain Theory kitchen, Tacolote, and The Toasted Traveler
🎨 Offerings from local artisans and vendors

We'll see you downtown!

Calling all college students! We know finals are upon you. Find your study spot at one of the many coffee shops located . For a full list, visit our website directory at the link. https://ow.ly/2Zpw50RiBjb

Apparently, it's National Crawfish Day. Who knew?! Our friends at Lone Star Dry Goods celebrated eight years BIG this past weekend with a big Crawfish Boil in . Unique events like this happen almost every weekend in . What upcoming event are you looking forward to? Explore a full list of opportunities that you can take advantage of at the link.https://ow.ly/H2jG50RiBsT

Spring is upon us and you know what that means? More fresh goodies from our friends at the Abilene Farmer's Market in ! Learn all about how you can experience Abilene's local fresh food offerings for the Big Country by heading to the link. https://ow.ly/pziT50Rh6GF
Abilene Farmers Market

Did someone say Crawfish Boil? 🦐 Our friends at Lone Star Dry Goods are celebrating EIGHT years at their world headquarters in with a block party. Head downtown tomorrow for live music, shopping, and other family-friendly activities.

Tonight is one of the biggest ArtWalks of the year! Head and experience CarWalk hosted by the Center for Contemporary Arts. Music, classic cars, art, food - we'll see you there! 🚗

The Downtown Abilene Initiative was recently featured in an article with Texas Town & City describing the revitalization and collaboration that is taking place in the heart of our community. Dive in and learn more about how we're merging urban renewal with heritage. https://ow.ly/PhBu50RcnV6

there's a Solar Eclipse happening today! 🌕🌑 We've teamed up with our friends at The Grace Museum to have optimal viewing of this once-in-a-lifetime event on their rooftop. We hope you'll join us .

"Whiskey is liquid sunshine.” - George Bernard Shaw

Let us convince you to celebrate at some of our favorite drink hot spots.
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KAO Lounge
The Pour House
Cypress Street Station
The Ice House at LSDG
Peacock Patio

Celebrate 325 Day! There are various sales, promotions, and fun giveaways happening throughout our downtown businesses. Make sure to stop by and enjoy these crazy sales!!🎁🎁

Mood going into today's St. Patty's Day celebrations at Grain Theory in ! Here are the deets:
- Grain Theory is open for breakfast today at 9:00 am if you want to start the party early 🥂
- The street party starts today at 5:00 pm
- Jimmy Ninja taking the stage at 5:30 pm
- This is a family-friendly event! Bring your kids, bring your neighbors, bring your friends, heck, you can bring your dog (as long as they are well-behaved and on a leash!) 🐶

Let's (sham)rock and roll!🍀🍻

Scenario: You've entered into a March Madness-esque bracket for local coffee shops across the . Who is your team?

☕️ Monks Coffee Shop
☕️ Front Porch Coffee Co. & Bakery
☕️ Grain Theory
☕️ Majestic Coffee Shop
☕️ The Leaf
☕️ Sway
☕️ Somewhere else?

Hit us up in the comments. This is very serious.

Heads up, ! Grain Theory is unfortunately having to postpone their street party due to the weather to March 23.

Grain Theory We are a brewpub (& event space) in Downtown Abilene, focusing on quality beer, wine, food, & coffee

You + friends + St. Patrick's Day = Downtown Abilene Street Party! Our friends at Grain Theory are back with their annual St. Patrick's Day Street Party this Saturday (March 16) from 5:00-10:00 pm.

Visit downtown for all of the shenanigans such as:
- Live music from Jimmy Ninja and Danny Jaymes 🎸
- Deliciously crafted Irish-inspired brews 🍻
- Mouthwatering fare served up by Caitie Pies, Toasted Traveler, and Grain Theory 🍟
- Games and activities for the WHOLE family 🪓
- Color changing cups 🍀

We'll see you downtown!

Ditch the desk lunch and enjoy the beautiful Spring weather! 🌻The Grace Museum is opening its courtyard for people to bring their lunch and visit with friends from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm on Tuesdays from March 12 to June 4. We'll see you !

Did you know you can customize your own hat with the official Downtown Abilene Initiative brand at Lone Star Dry Goods? What other downtown merch would you like to see? Drop your suggestions in the comments below! 👇

Only five days left for Christmas! We're soaking in all the Christmas vibes in while we can. What has been your favorite Christmas activity downtown this year?