Good morning, Abilene.

The Abilene Zoo begins Roarin' Mornings today at 8 a.m. with gates closing at 3 p.m. and will run the early program until September so visitors can watch active animals in cooler weather + enjoy keeper chats and coffee and cinnamon rolls.

Taylor County Expo Center is adding 240 parking spaces at Highway 36 and Loop 322 as part of major summer upgrades (the work is expected to boost local facility use).

Abilene police said a suspect fled after allegedly shooting a man at the Hookah Lounge on North 6 St around 2 a.m. Sunday - the injured man was taken to a hospital for treatment and his injuries were not life-threatening.

Abilene’s City was hit by a cyberattack mid-April when systems froze and the hacker group Qilin demanded a ransom to unlock 477 gigabytes of data—officials now are replacing network equipment and report no evidence that confidential or resident data has been released as of May 28.

Blue October Concert

7-9 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — $39 - $99 — Experience the vibrant sounds of Blue October as they perform live in concert.

Abilene: Big Country NCA Cheer/Mascot Camp 2025

1 PM – 12 PM — Hardin-Simmons University — $175-$390 — Cheer and mascot enthusiasts gather for a four-day camp full of fun and learning.

Della Rose Live Performance

8 PM – 2 AM — The Ice House at LSDG — $10 cover — Enjoy a captivating blend of country, rock, and Americana from local duo Della Rose.

Abilene Sip & Social

6-8 p.m. — Front Porch Coffee Co. & Bakery — Free entry — Connect, learn, and share in a supportive evening focused on special education resources.

Seussical Musical

7:30-9 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Tickets available — Enjoy a colorful adaptation of Dr. Seuss' beloved characters in a magical musical journey.

Decades Run 5K

12 AM — Abilene Christian University — Registration required — Participate in a fun run benefiting mental health services for local youth.

Walk with Noe 3K/5K Event

8 AM – 12 PM — Abilene Christian University — Participation fee required — Walk or run for a good cause in this annual community event.