Abilene Black Chamber of Commerce

CINCO de MAYO
2025-05-05
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo all day followed by the 10th annual parade downtown Abilene beginning at 6:00PM

MEMORIAL DAY
2025-05-26
This holiday is a federal holiday in the United States, observed to honor the men and women who died while serving in the U. S. Armed Forces.

JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION KICKOFF BREAKFAST
2025-06-14 08:00 - 10:00 (America/Chicago) | Abilene Convention Center, 1100 N 6th St, Abilene, TX, 79601, United States
Please join the Abilene Black Chamber’s KICKOFF BREAKFAST on June 14, 2025, at 8:00AM
Keynote Speaker Floyd Miller “Who Moved My Cheese?”

JUNETEENTH HEALTH, FITNESS AND BUSINESS EXPO
2025-06-14 08:30 - 16:00 | Abilene Convention Center, 1100 N 6th St, Abilene, TX, 79601, United States
The Abilene Black Chamber of Commerce will be hosting its annual Health, Fitness and Business EXPO on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM. This pre-Juneteenth event is leading up to the June 19th federal holiday commemorating the ending of slavery in the United States. We would like your organization to participate by providing health screenings/education and/or information on the services you offer our citizens.
There is no entry fee for participation and lunch will be provided free to all participants and attendees.
The details are as follows:
§ RSVP by Monday, June 2, 2025
§ Event Location Abilene Convention Center, Conference Center
§ Set-Up 8:30 AM
§ Breakdown 2:00 PM
§ All participants will be given the opportunity to share their organization’s purpose and services.
§ If possible, please provide a door prize representing your organization.
Please let Aleah Ewing, Secretary know by June 2, 2025, if you will be participating. We will provide one table and two chairs unless you notify otherwise. You are responsible for decorating your own tables with covers etc.
Thank you in advance for your partnership and participation. Your service to the community is greatly appreciated. Should you have any questions, contact Aleah via email at 1975ABCC@gmail.com or by leaving a message at (325) 201-5849.

JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION
2025-06-19 09:30 - 14:00 | Rose Park Senior Center, 2625 S. 7th Street, A
ROSE PARK SENIOR CENTER FOR AGES 55+
BINGO from 10:00AM to 11:00AM
FREE LUNCH 11:00AM to 1:00PM

SOUTHERN SOUL NIGHT
2025-06-20 19:00 - 23:30
Where: HEFFs Burgers located at 4310 Buffalo Gap Rd
When: June 20, 2025
Call or Text (325) 829-3665 for additional information.

MINORITY BUSINESS LEADERSHIP SYMPOSIUM
2025-07-24 11:00 - 15:00 | McMurry University, 1400 Sayles Blvd, Abilene, TX, United States
The Abilene Chamber of Commerce Hispanic Business Council invites you to the MINORITY BUSINESS LEADERSHIP SYMPOSIUM. Thursday, July 24, 2025, from 11:00AM to 3:00PM at McMurry University (Garrison Student Center) 1400 Sayles Blvd.
$35.00 for Members of the Abilene Chamber, Abilene Black Chamber of Commerce and Texas Midwest Community Network $45.00 for Non-Members
Register on abilenechamber.com or call (325) 677-7241
“The only event of its kind in our region, the Minority Business Leadership Symposium is an initiative that will highlight the influence and economic buying power of our minority communities, along with helping employers’ approach and navigate a multitude of issues. The event’s goal is to continue to bridge the gap between cultures to further support growth in our city.”

KULTURE CON
2025-07-26 11:00 - 18:00 | Abilene Convention Center, 1100 N 6th St, Abilene, TX, 79601, United States
KULTURE ORIGINAL “Grand Opening Weekend”
Mechanical Bull – Games – Entertainment – Networking – Vendors – Food – Giveaways
Vendor sign up, ticket information and Questions – Call (325) 794-6175

BACK-TO-SCHOOL COMMUNITY EVENT
2025-08-09 12:00 - 16:00
Hosted by MAMA BEAR BEAUTY HAIRCARE
When: August 9 & 10, 2025 From 12PM to 4:00PM
Where: 1042 Cottonwood St. Abilene, TX 79601
Complimentary hairstyles, braids, trims and haircuts for students. Along with free hair care products and accessories (select items only)
Donations are at the owner’s discretion.
Bring the whole family and enjoy a fun-filled day with food trucks and a bouncy house for the kids.
MAMABEARHAIRCARE1@gmail.com
(325)669-7894

BACK-TO-SCHOOL COMMUNITY EVENT
2025-08-10 12:00 - 16:00
Hosted by MAMA BEAR BEAUTY HAIRCARE
August 9 & 10, 2025
1042 Cottonwood St. Abilene, TX 79601
MAMABEARHAIRCARE1@gmail.com
(325) 669-7894

"Brushstrokes & Verses"
2025-09-04 18:00 - 20:00 | The Grace Museum, 102 Cypress St, Abilene, TX, United States
THE GRACE MUSEUM: Poetry presentation by Dr. Steven Moore “Brushstrokes & Verses”
This event is FREE and open to the public. Light refreshments will be provided. Explore the museum galleries at no cost 5-8pm.
Dr. Moore is a university professor of English, who often teaches poetry workshops and a class called Bon Appetit: Savoring Poetry & Good Cooking. While writing poetry, he immerses himself in jazz, the blues, and the spirit of Langston Hughes.

A FREE GOSPEL CONCERT
2025-09-27 18:00 - 21:00 | Highland Church of Christ, 425 Highland Ave., Abilene, TX, United States
West Texas Tribune: “We chose a gospel concert because “it represents the most powerful force in the universe” – reminding us that words should be chosen wisely, that information should be true, and that we should write with integrity.”
Bring your family and friends for an evening of beautiful music and fellowship. FREE
For donation information, sponsorship opportunities, or questions, please contact West Texas Tribune at 325-829-5585.
Floyd Miller

ABHT-Mt. Zion Baptist Church
2025-09-29 09:00 - 16:00 | Mount Zion First Baptist Church, 520 Stafford St., Abilene, TX, United States
Pink Cap Warriors on The Move in partnership with Laura W. Bush Institute for Women is pleased to offer FREE Bexa Breast Exams at Mt. Zion First Baptist Church 520 Stafford Street on September 29th, 30th and October 1, 2025. Join us from 9:00am to 4:00pm each day.
This is an empowering opportunity for all women aged 18 and up to prioritize their health and well-being.
Please select your appointment day and time, as no walk-ins will be accepted.
Deydra Williams, President-Founder
Pink Cap Warriors on the Move
ABHT- Mt. Zion Baptist Church
(Click on link above)

BREAST CANCER SURVIVORS LUNCHEON
2025-10-25 11:30 - 14:00 | MCM Elegante, 4250 Ridgemont Dr, Abilene, TX, 79606, United States
A Celebration of Strength, Sisterhood and Survivorship PINK CAP WARRIORS ON THE MOVE
Celebrates Eleven Years of Breast Cancer Survivors Luncheon Saturday October 25th, 2025, 11:30am-2:00pm
Free Luncheon
MCM Elegante’ Suites
4250 Ridgemont Dr
Abilene, Texas
Speakers: Dr. April Enard, DO Family Medicine & Women’s Health
Mr. Brady Harwell Executive Director Presbyterian Medical Care Mission
RSVP by October 17, 2025
Deydra Williams, President-Founder
Call: 325-829-1953
pinkkapwarriors@gmail.com

SAVE THE DATE - WOMEN AFFECTED BY CANCER
2025-10-25 11:30 - 15:00 | Abilene Convention Center, 1100 N 6th St, Abilene, TX, 79601, United States
From Deydra Williams PINK CAP WARRIORS ON THE MOVE
“JOIN US AS WE UPLIFT, HONOR AND EMPOWER WOMEN AFFECTED BY CANCER”
1 IN 8 WOMEN WILL GET BREAST CANCER DURING HER LIFETIME

MOUNT ZION FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH CELEBRATING 140 YEARS
2025-11-08 18:00 - 21:00 | McMurry University, 1400 Sayles Blvd, Abilene, TX, United States
MOUNT ZION FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH CELEBRATING THEIR 140TH CHURCH ANNIVERSARY
ANNIVERSARY MUSICAL ON November 7, 2025
ANNIVERSARY BANQUET ON November 8, 2025 SPEAKER: ANTHONY WILLIAMS
See flyer attached for details
Contact: please text Aleah Ewing at 325-201-5849 for ticket information

VETERAN'S DAY
2025-11-11
Veteran’s Day is a U. S. federal holiday observed on November 11 to honor all those who have served in the U. S. Armed Forces. The day is dedicated to thanking all military veterans, both living and deceased, for their service to the nation. It acknowledges the commitment, discipline, and personal sacrifices that service members make for their country.
Thank you to all Veterans!

NETWORKING MIXER
2025-11-18 19:00 - 21:30 | Community Foundation, 850 North 1st, Abilene,, Texas, 79601
JOIN US FOR AN EVENING OF CONNECTION AND COLLABORATION!
The Abilene Black Chamber of Commerce invites you to our upcoming Networking Mixer, where local professionals, entrepreneurs, and community leaders come together to share ideas, build partnerships, and strengthen our business community. Don’t miss this opportunity to make meaningful connections and be part of Abilene’s growing network of changemakers!

CHRISTMAS DAY
2025-12-25
MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM THE ABILENE BLACK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE – Anthony Williams, President

MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. ANNUAL BANQUET
2026-01-18 18:00 - 22:00 | Abilene Convention Center, 1100 N 6th St, Abilene, TX, 79601, United States
The Abilene Black Chamber of Commerce will be celebrating its 32nd annual Martin Luther King Jr. banquet on SUNDAY, JANUARY 18, 2026, at the Abilene Convention Center located at 1100 N. Sixth St. We will have a Meet and Greet beginning at 6:00 PM and the program starts at 6:30 PM.
Ticket information: Individual tickets are $40.00. A table for 10, $400.00
Email: 1975ABCC@gmail.com Call: (325) 672-7950 or (325) 201-5849
No tickets will be sold at the door.
The speaker for the event is Dr. Leslie Marian Hutchins, a graduate of Cooper High School and Abilene Christian University.

4TH ANNUAL BIG COUNTRY PRAYER BREAKFAST
2026-01-19 07:00 - 10:00 | Hardin-Simmons University, 2200 Hickory, TX, 79601, United States
Monday, January 19, 2026, at 7:00am
HARDIN-SIMMONS UNIVERSITY Johnson Building
Free event.
RSVP to president@hsutx.edu

ANNUAL MARTIN LUTHER KING Jr. MARCH
2026-01-19 13:00 - 17:00
For more information call Michael T. Royals (325) 721-8845
January 19, 2026, Meet at 1:00PM at WOODSON SCHOOL PARKING LOT.

Jarrett and Jerome Pumphrey
2026-02-07 | The National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature, 102 Cedar St., Abilene, TX, 79601, United States
The National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature (NCCIL) will welcome acclaimed author-illustrator brothers Jarrett and Jerome Pumphrey for a dynamic weekend of artmaking, storytelling and community engagement. They will also headline a fundraising event in collaboration with children’s illustration influencer Charnaie Gordon.
The weekend begins with a hands-on workshop for university students, giving emerging artists the rare opportunity to learn directly from working picture book creators. Their visit will also feature a Secondary Honors Art Tour in partnership with Abilene Independent School District, exposing talented young artists to professional illustration, storytelling and creative career paths.
Contact the NCCIL at (325)673-4586 for additional information.
