Abilene Convention Center
Abilene, TX
1100 North 6th Street 79601
VENUE GUIDE
Abilene Convention Center
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Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
Indoor • Fixed Roof
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near Abilene Convention Center
Make the event easier by staying close to Abilene Convention Center and the surrounding Abilene area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
DoubleTree by Hilton Abilene Downtown Convention Center
0.1 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.3 (328 reviews)
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Abilene East District
1.5 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.0 (910 reviews)
Western Motel
1.7 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.5 (61 reviews)
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Abilene
2.2 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.7 (25 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Abilene Convention Center & the Area
Abilene Convention Center is an event venue in Abilene, TX. Use this venue guide to plan where to stay, what to do before and after the event, and how the venue connects with the surrounding event destination.
BEFORE THE EVENT
Your Opening Act
Ideas near Abilene Convention Center for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Smokehouse Abilene
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 3.6 (96 reviews)
Beehive Restaurant
0.2 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (1,252 reviews)
Hickory Street Cafe
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Abilene Convention Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (431 reviews)
Free Play Arcade - Abilene
0.3 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (207 reviews)
Vagabond Pizza
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (992 reviews)
Grain Theory
0.3 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (537 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
Peacock Patio
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (98 reviews)
The Handle Bar at Bike ABI
0.2 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (22 reviews)
The Pour House
0.2 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (127 reviews)
Fat Boss's Pub Abilene
0.3 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (447 reviews)
The Ice House at LSDG
0.4 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (109 reviews)
KAO Lounge
0.5 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to Abilene Convention Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (165 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Sweet Thyme Kitchen
0.1 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (210 reviews)
Scenic Route
0.2 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (17 reviews)
Caitie Pies
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (43 reviews)
Monks Coffee Shop
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (970 reviews)
Cedar Street Coffee and Venue
0.3 mi from the venue
Coffee near Abilene Convention Center for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (13 reviews)
Majestic Coffee
0.4 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (192 reviews)
Museums
National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature
0.4 mi from the venue
Spend part of the day exploring before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (147 reviews)
Spark Science Center
0.7 mi from the venue
Add a museum stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (10 reviews)
The Discovery Center & Truth Bookstore
1.1 mi from the venue
A nearby daytime option before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (100 reviews)
Dyess Museum
4.5 mi from the venue
Add a museum stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (65 reviews)
Attractions
Adamson-Spalding Storybook Garden
0.1 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Abilene Convention Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (364 reviews)
Vera Hall Minter Park
0.3 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (14 reviews)
Shopping
Merchant Park Shopping Center
0.8 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Abilene Convention Center.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (93 reviews)
Briarwood Crossing - Shopping Center
1.5 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (318 reviews)
Shops at Northpark - shopping center
1.7 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Abilene Convention Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (31 reviews)
Westwood Plaza
1.8 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Abilene Convention Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (29 reviews)
Allen Ridge
2.1 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Abilene Convention Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (97 reviews)
The Cloister's - Courtyard Shops
2.3 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (27 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Abilene Convention Center. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Smokehouse Abilene
0.1 mi from the venue
Food near Abilene Convention Center for after the show or game.
Today: 6:30 – 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 4:30 – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 3.6 (96 reviews)
Beehive Restaurant
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (1,252 reviews)
Free Play Arcade - Abilene
0.3 mi from the venue
Food near Abilene Convention Center for after the show or game.
Today: 3:00 – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (207 reviews)
Vagabond Pizza
0.3 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (992 reviews)
Grain Theory
0.3 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (537 reviews)
Cypress Street Station
0.4 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (871 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
Peacock Patio
0.2 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (98 reviews)
The Handle Bar at Bike ABI
0.2 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (22 reviews)
The Pour House
0.2 mi from the venue
Drinks near Abilene Convention Center after the show or game.
Today: 2:00 – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (127 reviews)
Fat Boss's Pub Abilene
0.3 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (447 reviews)
The Ice House at LSDG
0.4 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (109 reviews)
KAO Lounge
0.5 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (165 reviews)
Getting to Abilene Convention Center
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Parking availability, lot or garage access, pricing and event-day restrictions can vary for Abilene Convention Center. Check the venue's official website and the specific event instructions before arrival.
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