Subject: Things to Do in Amarillo, Texas

Amarillo Convention & Visitor Council

June 9 - 15, 2020 

For information on COVID-19 and travel to Amarillo please visit www.amarilloalerts.com and www.dshs.state.tx.us/coronavirus

News

Bar 352 at Hodgetown Stadium Opening

While there still isn't a date in sight for the 2019 Texas League Champions, the Amarillo Sod Poodles, to hit the field at Hodgetown, you can still enjoy a cold beer and food at the ballpark! Social distancing and safety practices will be in place including cashless transactions.  

Don Harrington Discovery Center Welcomes Back Visitors

DHDC is open under temporary hours! New hours will be Tuesday - Saturday 10 AM to 3 PM, and the Space Theater will be open (with limited capacity) with two showtimes daily at 11 AM and 1 PM. Live science demonstrations will also be done daily, and along with their permanent exhibits, the traveling exhibit Amazing Butterflies will be fluttering around!

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The Big Texan's Starlight Ranch Begins Their BBQ Concert Series

Starlight Ranch Event Center asks you to come to enjoy music and a Texas Size BBQ platter! Due to government regulations, currently, only whole tables (six seats) are available for purchase and must be purchased in advance. On top of great food and entertainment, a full bar and Miniature Golf will be available for purchase. 

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Bill's Backyard Classics Welcomes Back Visitors

Bill's Backyard Classics is home to over 100 classic cars kept in beautiful conditions by their on-site mechanics. Bill's has an array of makes & models dating back to the 1920s. Hours are 10 AM to 4 PM Monday - Sunday. The last tour begins at 3 PM. Cash Only. 

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Amarillo Museum of Art

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Amarillo Public Library

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Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum

PPHM Education - Paleo Aquarium
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Don Harrington Discovery Center

Coffee & Cuties: Superhero Science
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Live Entertainment

Music in the Gardens Featuring Buster Bledsoe

Grab a chair or blanket and head out to the Amarillo Botanical Gardens for delicious food trucks and great music on June 11th at 6:30 PM. Tickets for non-members are $10 and pets are welcome!

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Amarillo Community Market

On Saturday, June 13th from 9 AM to 1 PM, the Amarillo Community Market is back for its first in-person market of the season! Head to the Historic Santa Fe Depot at 401 S Grant St. for local produce, arts, food, and handmade items. Catch music by Chad Miller from 10 AM to 12 PM. 

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BBQ Concert Series Featuring Logan Samford

On June 13th at 7 PM, Starlight Ranch Event Center starts its new dinner and entertainment series! Due to government regulations, only tables of six will be sold and must be purchased in advance. Your table includes a Texas-sized BBQ platter and great music from Logan Samford. A full bar is available for purchase and pets (on a leash) are welcome! Door open at 7 and the concert starts at 9 PM. 

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The City Limits & Reagan's Brick Oven Pizza

On June 13th at 7 PM, Bar Z Winery invites you to come to listen to live music, enjoy delicious pizza, and try their 100% Texas wine! Tickets can be purchased online or in person, and you're welcome to bring your lawn chair. 

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The Tweeks play at Hodgetown's Bar 352 Opening (21+)

The Tweeks will be rockin' the Sod Poodles opening of Bar 352 in Hodgetown on June 13th! The doors will open at 7 PM, music will start at 7:30 PM, and there is a $5 cover at the box office. Must be 21 + and there will be food and great drinks for purchase!

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Crush Wine Bar & Grill 

  • Yvonne Perea - June 9 at 7 PM
  • Hilary Marie - June 10 at 7 PM

Skooterz on Route 66

  • Open Mic Night! - June 10th at 7 PM 

Teddy Jack's Armadillo Grill

  • Rien Nash Band - June 10 at 7 PM
  • Monarch - June 12 at 7 PM

Virtual Events

The Creative Crown Series

Have fun and get creative using things you can find in your home with Delores Maldonado! Delores is a talented local artist who works with photography, Henna, Dia De Los Muertos Portraits, and has special collections and workshops! Workshops are held each day at 2 PM on Facebook Live. 

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Amarillo College + West Texas A&M University Student/Faculty Exhibition

Since 1972, WTAMU and AC Visual Arts Departments have enjoyed this partnership with the Amarillo Museum of Art. The exhibition showcases the best works from current students and faculty. Head to AMoA's website to see this inspiring exhibition!

See the Exhibit

Self-Guided Tours

Downtown Historic District

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Hoof Prints

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Route 66 Historic District

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Amarillo Murals

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Plan Your Trip!

Your safety is our city's and attractions' number one priority. As we progress through this pandemic, many of our attractions have had to close for the time being while others are opening back up with enhanced safety measures. Explore these places virtually and make a plan for your next trip! Visit our website to plan and save your ideas! 

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Palo Duro Canyon State Park

Open *Must Pre-Book Entrance*

Book Entrance
Take a Tour

The Big Texan Steak Ranch & Brewery

Open

Take a Tour

Cowgirls & Cowboys in the West

Open *Must Pre-Book Experience*

Book Tour

American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum

Take a Tour

Amarillo Zoo

Open

Take a Tour

Braceros Mexican Bar & Grill

Open

Take a Tour

Gooney's

Open

Take a Tour

Restaurants Open In Amarillo

Hungry? Many of Amarillo's restaurants are business through dine-in (at 50% capacity), carryout, curbside, and delivery! Visit www.VisitAmarillo.com/Restaurants to find something to suit your tastebuds. 

Amarillo Convention & Visitor Council

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