Abilene Black Chamber of Commerce

King Solomon Baptist Church
2024-05-19 15:00 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | King Solomon Baptist Church, 1050 Minda Street, Abilene, TX, United States
King Solomon Baptist Church is having its 2nd Appreciation Service for Pastor and wife, Rev. Earnest Flanders, Jr. and wife Laverne.
Sunday May 19, 2024, at 3:00PM. Theme: “A Man Standing on God’s Word” (2 Timothy 4:2-5)
A Celebration Musical honoring the first Lady will be May 17th at 7:00PM
For additional information about musical, contact Johnny Woodfaulk (325) 721-8579 or Church office (325) 676-5683.

Pre-Juneteenth Health, Fitness and Business EXPO
2024-06-15 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 our annual Health, Fitness and Business EXPO on Saturday, June 15, 2024, from 9:30AM to 4:00PM. This pre-Juneteenth event is leading up to the June 19th federal holiday commemorating the ending of slavery in the United States.
There is no entry fee for participation and lunch will be provided free to all participants and attendees.
If your organization is interested in participating by providing health screenings/education or information on the services you offer to our citizens or you’re a business wanting to display and sell your products, please contact us via email at 1975ABCC@gmail.com or call our office at (325)672-7950 and leave a message.

JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION
2024-06-19 10:00 - 14:00 | Rose Park Senior Center, 2625 S. 7th Street, A
HONOR A DAY OF EMBRACE WHERE WE COME TOGETHER TO CELEBRATE FREEDOM!
June 19th 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM—LUNCH AT 11:30 AM
FREE LUNCH WILL BE SERVED FOR THOSE OVER AGE 55
ROSE PARK SENIOR CENTER
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH POSITIVE IMAGE POSITIVE PEOPLE, LLC

BETHEL AME CHURCH
2024-06-30 15:00 - 17:30 | BETHEL AME Church, 725 Plum St., Abilene, TX, 79601, United States
Bethel AME Church is inviting the community to attend their 5th Sunday Missionary Service on June 30, 2024 at 3:00PM.
Please come out and support this endeavor. The offering collected during the service will be donated to help the youth in our community by either supporting a literacy program or donating to Abilene ISD lunch program to help those who can’t pay or have debt.
Grace and Peace…
Gwendolyn McNuckles-Wilson

GLORY GLOBAL AWARDS
2024-08-09 18:30 - 22:00 | The Horseshoe Arena, 2514 Arena Trl., Midland, TX, 79701, United States
SOCIALITE JOURNEY AWARD CEREMONY
Special Guest Mervin Mayo
Fundraiser Event At HORSESHOE ARENA 2514 Arena Trl. Midland, TX 79701
Doors open at 6:30 PM GALA DINNER with LIVE PERFORMANCES from 7:00 to 10:00 PM
For more information call 1-844-467-7355
Tickets $45.00 per person
Table Sponsor: $1,200.00

VIP Sponsor $2,500.00

ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
2024-10-31 18:30 - 21:00 | Abilene Christian University, 1600 Campus Ct, Abilene, TX, 79601, United States
The Abilene Black Chamber of Commerce will be hosting its annual meeting and banquet on Thursday, October 31, 2024, at 6:30PM at the Hunter Welcome Center located at 1949 ACU Dr on the campus of Abilene Christian University. Our guest speaker is McMurry graduate, Terrance Thomas who has dedicated his life to transformation. He published his first book in 2011, “We Must Fail To Succeed”.

Tickets are $25.00 and can be purchased by calling Floyd Miller at (325)829-5585 or send an email to 1975ABCC@gmail.com.

HOWDY HOLIDAYS A TEXAS CHRISTMAS
2024-11-07 17:00 - 2024-11-10 17:00 | Abilene Convention Center, 1100 N 6th St, Abilene, TX, 79601, United States
THE JUNIOR LEAGUE OF ABILENE INVITES YOU TO HOWDY HOLIDAYS A TEXAS CHRISTMAS.
NOVEMBER 7-10, 2024, ABILENE CONVENTION CENTER
TICKETS AND INFORMATION AVAILABLE AT WWW.JRLEAGUEABILENE.COM
EVENTS INCLUDE: PREVIEW PARTY (Howdy Happy Hour); STYLE SHOW (Stetsons and Stilettos); BRUNCH WITH SANTA (Lil Wranglers Brunch; EAT, SIP, SHOP! (A Market Hall Package) and MARKET HALL (Let’s Shop Yall!)

MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. CELEBRATION BANQUET
2025-01-20 18:00 - 21:30 | Abilene Convention Center, 1100 N 6th St, Abilene, TX, 79601, United States
The Abilene Black Chamber of Commerce will be celebrating its 31st annual Martin Luther King Jr. banquet on January 20, 2025, 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. Our theme this year is “Darkness cannot drive out darkness, only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate, only love can do that.” (1963)
Our speaker this year is Kendra Bracken-Ferguson, CEO Carmell Corporation. She is the Founder and CEO Emeritus of Brain Trust which encompasses Brain Trust Agency, Brain Trust Founders Studio, and Brain Trust Fund I. Kendra is the author of The Beauty of Success: Start, Grow and Accelerate Your Brand and the host of the Business of the Beat podcast. She was born in Augsburg, Germany but spent her formative years here in Abilene, starting with Day Nursery of Abilene to Taylor Elementary School before a promotion took her parents to the Austin, Texas area. Her bachelor’s degree is from Purdue University and her MBA from Keller Grad School of Management DeVry University. We are excited to have Mrs. Kendra Bracken-Ferguson as our speaker.
Seating and table information are as follows: Individual tickets: $40.00 Table for 10: $400.00
For ticket information, please call (325) 829-5585 or (325) 665-1400 or email 1975abcc@gmail.com. No tickets will be sold at the door.

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

MEMORIAL DAY
2025-05-26 | TX
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 | 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 | TX
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 | TX
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 | TX
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 | TX
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 | TX
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 | TX
For more information call Michael T. Royals (325) 721-8845
January 19, 2026, Meet at 1:00PM at WOODSON SCHOOL PARKING LOT.
