Subject: Things to do in Amarillo, Texas

Here's what's happening in Amarillo this week!

Amarillo Convention & Visitors Bureau

February 2 - 8, 2021

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

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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, in the process of eating, exercising outdoors, or have certain medical conditions, this executive order does not apply.

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Check out our new interactive visitor guide to help you plan your next trip to Amarillo! You'll find itineraries based on different interests, events, and suggestions from others who have put their boots on in Amarillo.

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The pass works as a digital coupon book that gives you discounts on entry to attractions, free apps, and perks at bars and restaurants, along with access to discounted rates at hotels. Once redeemed, you can easily access your pass via text, email, or “app”. The pass will guide you through the Panhandle based on your location, so you never have to worry about your next stop or wasting time. 

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Do you like to make a difference in the communities you visit? Dove Creek Equine Rescue is a beautiful place to do just that, and they are looking for volunteers! Take a look at their website for more information on how you can make a difference.

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Ballpark Music and the Amarillo Sod Poodles are excited to announce that country music superstars Midland will be performing at HODGETOWN on Saturday, April 3 to cap off their five-show Texas tour. Gates are scheduled to open at 6:00 p.m. Attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy live music at the ballpark in a safe and controlled environment. HODGETOWN will operate at a limited capacity to ensure guests have the space they need to remain socially distant.

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Events

If you are a horse lover, history buff, or just want to have an incredible experience of a lifetime - this is your place! Take a breath of fresh air under the beautiful West Texas sky on an authentic ride across Cowgirls and Cowboys' thousands of acres of Texas land located on the rim of the exquisite Palo Duro Canyon.

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Join Barnes Jewelry for their February First Friday Art Walk on February 4th from 5 to 8 PM. Enjoy beautiful paintings, sculptures, pottery, and unique items from local artists. They will also have live music and food from a local food truck!

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Don't miss Amarillo's only year-round Farmer's Market on February 5th from 11 AM until 3:30 PM! The market is in Wolflin Village at 2625 Wolflin Ave.. After you find high-quality local goods, check out the rest of the shops in the area!

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This is an exhibition of artwork featuring 7 local artists: Marsha Clements, J. Greg Burgess, Israel Guajardo, Mike LaFleur, Terry Martin, Jena Rawley Taylor, Marilyn Yanke. The exhibit is open 24/7 and located at the Cerulean Gallery inside the Embassy Suites by Hilton Amarillo Downtown.

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Come out to celebrate Valentine's Day a little early at Bomb City Balloon Bar! Enjoy a date night full of food, fun, and photos. They will be doing a giveaway, have plenty of food trucks to choose from, and will offer photos with a pro photographer at their selfie wall! All of the fun starts at 5 PM on February 5th.

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Exhibits

The Panhandle Prohibition

The Panhandle Prohibition Exhibition takes you back to the Texas Panhandle in the 1920s. Learn the diversity of music and opinions in our very own recreated speakeasy complete with augmented reality and get your very own mugshot. Understand fashion, consumerism, and politics of the day while listening to some great jazz.

Go Figure includes the work of six artists who use the human figure in their work. Each of these artists' unique interpretations of human form reflects back to the viewer an insight into the human condition. View these fantastic pieces at the Amarillo Museum of Art during their normal business hours.

From Here to There

Explore the science of how things move by land, sea, and air at The Don Harrington Discovery Center's new traveling exhibit! Lift, launch, and levitate as you experiment with hands-on exhibits that make learning about gravity, friction, and laws of motion fun. You can have fun at this exhibit during DHDC's normal business hours.

Explore the idea of home through artworks from AMoA’s Permanent Collection.  Georgia O’Keeffe chose to paint the view out her window.  Douglas Kent Hall captured the ‘magical’ light of the ancient Taos Pueblo.  Russell Lee photographed the homes of everyday Americans during the Great Depression.

Self-Guided Tours

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