Children’s Art + Literacy Festival (CALF)
A four-day celebration of children’s books, art, performances, and creative activities.
Dates and schedule: This is a date-only calendar listing, not a statement that the venue is open all day. Check organizer schedule
Where: Downtown arts venues and Abilene Zoo — Downtown Abilene; Sunday at Abilene Zoo, 2070 Zoo Ln.
Admission: Check source
Thursday–Saturday downtown; Sunday at the zoo. Registration is announced for March 2027.
Organizer / source details and latest updates
Schedules, admission and availability can change. Confirm with the organizer before travelling; registration or tickets may be required.
Snowy Day
A local art, book, or family program at the NCCIL.
Schedule: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM All times are local Central time.
Where: National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature — 102 Cedar St., Abilene, TEXAS 79601
Admission: FREE
Organizer / source details and latest updates
Schedules, admission and availability can change. Confirm with the organizer before travelling; registration or tickets may be required.
Wine & Wishlists/Brews & Buying
Create gift wishlists and return for an evening of holiday shopping.
Schedule: 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM All times are local Central time.
Where: Seven and One Books — 1138 N Second St., Abilene, Texas 79601
Admission: Free
Organizer / source details and latest updates
Schedules, admission and availability can change. Confirm with the organizer before travelling; registration or tickets may be required.
Wine & Wishlists/Brews & Buying
Create gift wishlists and return for an evening of holiday shopping.
Schedule: 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM All times are local Central time.
Where: Seven and One Books — 1138 N Second St., Abilene, Texas 79601
Admission: Free
Organizer / source details and latest updates
Schedules, admission and availability can change. Confirm with the organizer before travelling; registration or tickets may be required.
Home for the Holidays: Cookie Decorating & More!
Decorate cookies and enjoy hot chocolate at the bookstore.
Schedule: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM All times are local Central time.
Where: Seven and One Books — 1138 N Second St., Abilene, Texas 79601
Admission: $5
Organizer / source details and latest updates
Schedules, admission and availability can change. Confirm with the organizer before travelling; registration or tickets may be required.
NCCIL Booksale
Shop discounted books and gifts while supporting the NCCIL.
Schedule: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM All times are local Central time.
Where: National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature — 102 Cedar St., Abilene, Texas 79601
Admission: FREE
Organizer / source details and latest updates
Schedules, admission and availability can change. Confirm with the organizer before travelling; registration or tickets may be required.
Family Fun Thanksgiving
A local art, book, or family program at the NCCIL.
Schedule: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM All times are local Central time.
Where: National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature — 102 Cedar St., Abilene, TEXAS 79601
Admission: FREE
Organizer / source details and latest updates
Schedules, admission and availability can change. Confirm with the organizer before travelling; registration or tickets may be required.
The Cat in the Hat Family Fun Saturday
A local art, book, or family program at the NCCIL.
Schedule: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM All times are local Central time.
Where: National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature — 102 Cedar St., Abilene, Texas 79601
Admission: FREE
Organizer / source details and latest updates
Schedules, admission and availability can change. Confirm with the organizer before travelling; registration or tickets may be required.
ACOTAR 6 Midnight Release Party!
A late-night bookstore gathering for a new book release.
Schedule: 10:30 PM – 12:00 AM All times are local Central time.
Where: Seven and One Books — 1138 N Second St., Abilene, Texas 79601
Admission: Free
Runs late October 26 into October 27; preorder or admission arrangements are on the store’s event page.
Organizer / source details and latest updates
Schedules, admission and availability can change. Confirm with the organizer before travelling; registration or tickets may be required.
Spooky Family Fun Saturday
A local art, book, or family program at the NCCIL.
Schedule: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM All times are local Central time.
Where: National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature — 102 Cedar St., Abilene, Texas 79601
Admission: FREE
Organizer / source details and latest updates
Schedules, admission and availability can change. Confirm with the organizer before travelling; registration or tickets may be required.
