Subject: Things to Do in Amarillo, Texas

Amarillo Convention & Visitor Council

August 4- 10, 2020 

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

News

Mask Mandate

As you're enjoying our city, please remember to wear your masks! Beginning Friday, July 3rd, Texas Governor Greg Abbot issued an executive order requiring face covering to be worn in public spaces. If you have children under the age of 10, are in the process of eating, are exercising outdoors, or have certain medical conditions, this executive order does not apply.

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Events

Starlight Theater Free Summer Concert Series Featuring The Prairie Dogs

Join Amarillo's Parks and Recreation Department at their annual Starlight Theater series! This series features local music, family-friendly fun, local food trucks, and more! This week's concert will be held on August 4th at 7 PM at Sam Houston Park.

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2020 Texas Collegiate League Playoff Game #2

The Sod Squad has made it to the TCL Playoffs! We will be playing the Tulsa Drillers in the North Division Finals! Game 2 will be played at HODGETOWN on August 5th at 7:05 PM! Join us for $1 hot dogs and your last opportunity to watch LIVE baseball in 2020!

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Music in the Gardens Featuring Velvet Funk

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

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First Thursday Group Art Show: Self Reflections

During these strange, strange times, we’ve all spent a lot of time at home, reflecting and reacquainting us with ourselves, so we find it only fitting that we have another Self-Portrait Show! In the time of Covid, taking time for ourselves to reflect on how we’ve grown or how we feel is important. The 806 Coffee Lounge and Cafe is curating an art show about you! Stop by to see the submissions on August 6th from 7 to 9 PM.

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Wolflin Village Annual Sidewalk Sale

A summer in Amarillo isn't the only thing that's hot! Sizzling deals, specials, and discounts can be found when you peruse the Annual Sidewalk Sale at Wolflin Village on August 7th from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Soak up the sunshine (and the savings) with many local businesses!

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Silver Dollar Shootout

Silver Dollar Speedway (205 SE 58th Ave) is the new home of "Where the Love of Racing Begins"! This facility is a 1/7 mile semi-professional dirt track who's drivers start at the age of 5 and go up to adults. Celebrate the power of racing on August 7th at 7:30 PM. 

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Amarillo Community Market

On Saturday, August 8th from 9 AM to 12 PM, the Amarillo Community Market hosts live entertainment, activities, and shopping! Head to the Historic Santa Fe Depot at 401 S Grant St. for local produce, arts, food, and handmade items. 

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Concerts in the Canyon with Mike Fuller & The Repeat Offenders

Join Starlight Canyon Bed & Breakfast for their new musical series, Concerts in the Canyon on August 8th at 7 PM. This family-friendly event is BYOB and will have a food truck on site. Bring a blanket/chairs and social distance under the stars in this beautiful spot!

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Amarillo Grown

The Cerulean Gallery, located inside the Embassy Suites by Hilton at 550 S Buchanan, invites you to stop by and enjoy art by local artists! The exhibit is open 24/7, and features over 30 local artists.

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Self-Guided Tours

Downtown Historic District

Take a Tour

Hoof Prints

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Route 66 Historic District

Take a Tour

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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Wonderland Amusement Park

Open

Take a Tour

Palo Duro Canyon State Park

Open *Must Pre-Book Entrance*

Take a Tour

Cowgirls & Cowboys in the West

Open *Must Pre-Book Experience*

Book Tour

Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum

Open

Take a Tour

Amarillo Zoo

Open

Take a Tour

Delvin's Restaurant

Open

Take a Tour

Cadillac Ranch

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

1000 S. Polk, Amarillo, Tx 79101 | 800.692.1338

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