Total Wireless Weekend Top 10 Things To Do in Amarillo

Friday night lights is here and starts this week, and sometimes its tough to keep up with all our local high schools.  Here’s a list of all the Varsity football schedules in the area.

First game is this Saturday!

The Balloon Rally has become a tradition in Amarillo. Each year the Family Care Foundation and Happy State Bank brings the city a fun 3 days of balloons and family fun. Make plans to bring the family out to enjoy the sights of all the amazing hot air balloons.

Up in the Air for Family Care Balloon Rally

Some of the balloons coming this year include “Annie” The Ladybug, Joelly (the baby) Bee, Ham-let, and new this year Yellow Bird, Puddy Cat, and The Lovebirds, and of course a fan favorite, Spyderpig.

Don’t miss this year’s Up in the Air for Family Care Balloon Rally

It's always a sell-out when the Harlem Globetrotters visit the Amarillo Civic Center Coliseum. They bring their current World Tour to town on Thursday, October 19 at 7 p.m. Tickets, starting at $23.50, are already on sale through PanhandleTickets or by calling 806-378-3096.

Just over two weeks remain for the Amarillo Chamber's 22nd Annual Good Times Celebration Barbecue Cook-Off on Thursday, September 14 from 5-8 p.m. on the Chamber grounds at 10th and Polk. All-inclusive tickets are just $30 in advance and are available at all PanhandleTickets outlets. Don't wait- get your tickets now.

Is your stuffed animal under the weather? Teddy feeling a bit blue? Bring your favorite stuffed animal, or “adopt” one from our gift shop, to get a checkup with our Zoo staff. Stuffed animals might get their vitals checked, bandaged or given “medicine” to make sure they have a clean bill of health before heading home.

Live Jazz Music performed by the Jim Laughlin Quartet

Delicious hors d'oeuvres by Belmar Bakery & Cafe

Beverages

Silent AuctionSilhouette of man playing saxophone near silhouette of tiger on dark night background

Guests can listen to live music while enjoying delicious

hors d'oeuvres and cool refreshments. Enjoy the sunset as the smooth melodies enhance the Zoo's wild atmosphere. Animals will be on exhibit throughout the evening.

Proceeds from JazZOO benefit the construction of the new Children's Zoo section at the Amarillo Zoo.

JazZOO FAQs

More Information about the Children's Zoo project

Tickets

$20.00 Individual
$35.00 Couple

The popular Friends of Fogelberg concert returns this week but now with two performances at the Globe-News Center for Performing Arts on either Thursday, September 7 or Friday, September 8. The concert starts at 7 p.m. It features some of the area's top talent and it benefits the fight against prostate cancer. Advance tickets are recommended as the concert has sold out in the past.

A traveling boutique show comes to the Amarillo Civic Center Complex this Saturday, September 9 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. It features vintage, hand-crafted home decor, gourmet food and boutique items. Admission is $5 per person- 12 and under are free.

Muse
A Fall Soiree
Art Show . Burlesque . Byob . 21+

General Admission $20
Table Reservation For Eight $200 ( Four Tables Available )
VIP Booth for Ten $350 ( One Booth Available )
Free Gifts / WaiterService for Table & VIP Reservations
Feel like coming to both shows !! GA - $30
Please Contact The Office To Book a table or lounge for both shows.

Enjoy an evening of Art & Entertainment.
Performances by Broken Belts Collective and
Special Guest Performers.

There Will Be Two Completely Unique Performances.
8PM Show & 11PM Show

Contact the office for full details and reservations.
806.282.6573

Enjoy a night of Samplin' Under the Star at the Gardens!
We'll have an array of lite food, spirits, wine, beer, and cigars!
Make it a date night or simply come out to enjoy a night of fun and relaxation.