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Weekend Planner: Your guide to Amarillo-area fun for Aug. 30 to Sept 6, with Yellow City Sounds Music Festival, Labor Day fun, more

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The second Yellow City Sounds Music Festival is Saturday.
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By Chip Chandler — Producer

Your Labor Day weekend will include sensational entertainment options, from the second Yellow City Sounds Music Festival to special movie screenings and more!

Here's your complete guide to fun through Sept. 6!

 

Aug. 30

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Kin: An ex-con and his teen brother go on the run with a mysterious weapon, their only protection against a vengeful criminal (James Franco). Reviews aren't so hot: "Probably could have worked as a straightforward drama about two troubled brothers, or as a road trip that slowly takes on mythic sci-fi proportions, but its chocolate-and-peanut-butter combination of the two feels disjointed and unsatisfying," writes The Wrap's Todd Gilchrist. (Previews Aug. 30, opens Aug. 31. United Artists Amarillo Star 14, 8275 W. Amarillo Blvd., and Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive.)

Ya Veremos: In this Spanish dramedy, a preteen boy may lose his eyesight, so he comes up with a bucket list of things to do — and insists that his divorcing parents come along with him. Reviews aren't great: "Despite competent performances all around, you never feel much chemistry between the actors," writes Arizona Republic's Randy Cordova(Previews Aug. 30, opens Aug. 31. Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive.)

AQHA Adequan Select: Top senior American Quarter Horse Association riders will compete. (8 a.m. Aug. 30; continues through Sept. 1. Amarillo National Center on Tri-State Fairgrounds, 3701 E. 10th Ave. Free. 806-376-7767)

La Bella's on Olsen Live: Amarillo singer Josh Roberts will perform for the concert series. (5:30 p.m. Aug. 30, La Bella's, 3801 S. Olsen Blvd. No cover. 806-352-5050)

Panhandle PBS Cuts Footloose: This '80s-themed summer garden party will celebrate Panhandle PBS's 30th anniversary, featuring drinks and small plates from Chef Rocky Dunnam, music from popular Amarillo party band Noah Jenda, and cool refreshments from Purple Flamingo Popsicles(6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Aug. 30, Reed Beverage, 3701 S.E. 25th Ave. Tickets $30. 806-371-5477)

Yvonne Perea: The Amarillo folk singer-songwriter will perform. (6:30 p.m. Aug. 30, Pescaraz, 3415 S. Bell St., Suite K. No cover. 806-350-5430)

The A-Town Rockers: The Amarillo rock band will perform. (7 p.m. Aug. 30, Teddy Jack's Armadillo Grill, 5080 S. Coulter St. No cover. 806-322-0113)

Duo Kara: The ensemble, which features Amarillo native and acclaimed pianist Mark Little, will perform. (7 p.m. Aug. 30, Esquire Jazz Club, 626 S. Polk St. Cover $10; no cover with college ID. 806-584-9571)

Greg Meek: The Amarillo singer will perform for Bike Night. (7 p.m. Aug. 30, The Handle Bar & Grill, 3415 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-803-9538)

Party on the Patio: San Antonio musician Brent Michael Wood will headline this outdoor concert. (7 p.m. Aug. 30, J's Grill and Bar, 3130 S. Soncy Road, Suite 100. No cover. 806-358-2222)

Amarillo College Piano Series: Pianist Diego Caetano will perform with vocalist Angela Diel. (7:30 p.m. Aug. 30, Amarillo College Concert Hall Theatre. Free. 806-371-5340)

Mike Fuller & The Repeat Offenders: The Amarillo folk band will perform. (7:30 p.m. Aug. 30, The Drunken Oyster, 7606 S.W. 45th Ave. No cover. 806-418-6668) 

Nick Black: The Amarillo rocker will perform. (9:30 p.m. Aug. 30, House Bar, 1219 S.W. 10th Ave. No cover. 806-677-6450)

Tejon Street Corner Thieves: The Colorado rock band will perform. (10 p.m. Aug. 30, Golden Light Cantina, 2908 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover. 806-374-9237)

Yvonne Perea: The Amarillo folk singer-songwriter will perform. (10 p.m. Aug. 30, Public House, 3333 S. Coulter St., Suite A. No cover. 806-398-7777)

 

Aug. 31

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(NOTE: Sci-fi action film Kin and Spanish-language dramedy Ya Veremos are scheduled to open, but advance tickets are not yet on sale.)

Wizarding World XD Week: Immerse yourself in all things Potter with screenings of all eight Harry Potter films and Fantastic Beasts & Where to Find Them(Various times Aug. 31 to Sept. 6, Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive. Festival pass $25; individual admissions $5 each)

AQHA Adequan Select: Top senior American Quarter Horse Association riders will compete. (8 a.m. Aug. 31; continues through Sept. 1. Amarillo National Center on Tri-State Fairgrounds, 3701 E. 10th Ave. Free. 806-376-7767)

Amarillo Civic Center Complex 50th Anniversary Celebration: Downtown Amarillo's performance and convention center will celebrate its golden anniversary with a community celebration featuring facility tours, free ice skating, cake and punch, plus concessions with throwback prices. (4 to 7 p.m. Aug. 31, Amarillo Civic Center Complex, 401 S. Buchanan St. Free. 806-378-3096)

Final Friday Art Bazaar: This monthly event includes a group "Just Peachy" art show, bazaar and homemade crafts. (5:30 p.m. Aug. 31, Gallery on 7th, 513 S.W. Seventh Ave. Free. 806-681-0821)

Duo Kara: The ensemble, which features Amarillo native and acclaimed pianist Mark Little, will perform. (6 p.m. Aug. 31, Esquire Jazz Club, 626 S. Polk St. Cover $10 after 7 p.m. 806-584-9571)

Lindi Mayfield: The Amarillo singer will perform. (6 p.m. Aug. 31, Zombiez Bar & Grill, 711 S.W. 10th Ave. Cover. 806-331-7305)

Bat Tour: Take a guided vehicle tour to historic Clarity Tunnel for the bat emergence flight. Reservations required. (6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Aug. 31, Caprock Canyons State Park, 850 Caprock Canyons State Park Road near Quitaque. Park admission $4; $10 fee per seat. 806-455-1492)

Jacob Furr: The Texas singer-songwriter will perform. (6:30 p.m. Aug. 31, Hotel Turkey, 201 Third St. in Turkey. No cover. 806-423-1151)

Bar Z Live Music: Amarillo singer-songwriter Ray Wilson will perform, and Pizza Nomad food truck will be on site. (7 to 10 p.m. Aug. 31, Bar Z Winery, 19290 Farm-to-Market Road 1541. Cover $10 for non-Wine Club members. 806-488-2214)

The Ben Trio: The Amarillo jazz combo will perform. (7 p.m. Aug. 31, Urbana Coffee Works, 5215 S. Coulter St., Suite 100. No cover. 806-803-9022) 

The Gibbonses: The touring husband-and-wife duo will return for a parking lot concert. (7 p.m. Aug. 31, Barnes Jewelry, 100 Westgate Parkway. No cover; donations accepted. 806-355-9874)

Miguel Rosales: The singer will perform. (7 p.m. Aug. 31, The Handle Bar & Grill, 3415 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-803-9538)

Tennessee Tuckness: The Amarillo folk singer-songwriter will perform. (7 p.m. Aug. 31, Teddy Jack's Armadillo Grill, 5080 S. Coulter St. No cover. 806-322-0113)

Jackie Haney & The Geezers Gone Wild: The Amarillo classic rock band will perform. (8 p.m. Aug. 31, Smokey Joe's, 2903 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-331-6698)

J. Trial Band: The Amarillo indie rock act will perform. (8 p.m. Aug. 31, Polk Street Eats, 614 S. Polk St. No cover. 806-376-4700)

The Solano Project: The Amarillo rock band will perform. (8 p.m. Aug. 31, Joe Daddy's, 2108 Paramount Blvd. No cover. 806-463-7900)

Erica Swindell: The Amarillo-born musician, who has performed with Don Henley and on Broadway, will sing with Milo Deering. (8:30 p.m. Aug. 31, Esquire Jazz Club, 626 S. Polk St. Cover $10. 806-584-9571)

Comedy Night: Comics from Yellow City Comedy & Productions will perform, including Skylar Potter, Austin Ulen, Matt Villegas, Colin Robinson, Chas Sotello and Wes Weiss. (9 p.m. Aug. 31, T's Bar, 700 S.W. 10th Ave. Cover $5. 806-418-6649)

Panhandle Wind: The country band will perform. (9 p.m. Aug. 31, 6th Street Saloon, 609 S. Independence St. Cover $5 for guys and free for women. 806-356-0873)

Mind Plays: The Amarillo rock band will perform. (9:30 p.m. Aug. 31, Rounders Club, 2801 Virginia Circle. No cover. 806-352-3317)

Morgan Reatherford: The Texas country singer will perform. (9:30 p.m. Aug. 31, Skooterz, 4100 Bushland Blvd. Cover. 806-355-6600)

Go On Fiv5: The new Amarillo cover band will perform. (10 p.m. Aug. 31, Whiskey River, 4001 S.W. 51st Ave. Cover $5 for men, free for women. 806-367-6163.)

Jonathan Guidi & Touching Voodoo: The Amarillo rock band will perform. (10 p.m. Aug. 31, Austin's Texas Pub, 3121 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover $5. 806-803-9063)

 

Sept. 1

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The Lord of the Rings: Return to Middle Earth with all three films in the original Peter Jackson trilogy. (Screening times vary through Sept. 6. United Artists Amarillo Star 14, 8275 W. Amarillo Blvd.)

Wizarding World XD Week: Immerse yourself in all things Potter with all eight Harry Potter films and Fantastic Beasts & Where to Find Them(Screening times vary through Sept. 6. Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive. Festival pass $25; individual admissions $5.)

Hidetown Labor Day Festival: Enjoy four days of holiday fun beginning Aug. 31. Today's activities include a 5K run at 6 a.m.; parade; quilt show and Kenneth Wyatt display; festival with bounce houses, water slides, games, food booths, car show, craft show and more; corn hole and horseshoe tournaments; and a dance with Texas Pearl Snaps(6 a.m. to midnight Sept. 1; continues through Sept. 3. Old Mobeetie Jail Museum grounds. Free; dance tickets and bounce house / water slide wristbands $10. 806-845-2028)

AQHA Adequan Select: Top senior American Quarter Horse Association riders will compete. (8 a.m. Sept. 1, Amarillo National Center on Tri-State Fairgrounds, 3701 E. 10th Ave. Free. 806-376-7767)

Birding 101: Learn the basics of birding while sitting at Caprock Canyon's wildlife viewing blind. Bring binoculars. (8:30 a.m. Sept. 1, Caprock Canyons State Park, 850 Caprock Canyons State Park Road near Quitaque. Free with park admission of $4 adults, $2 seniors. 806-455-1492)

Amarillo Community Market: The outdoor, downtown farmers and artisans market returns for another season. (9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 1; continues through Oct. 6. 1000 S. Polk St. Free. 806-335-6360)

Whistle Stop Trade Days: The indoor/outdoor farmers/flea market in Clarendon continues its season. (9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 1; continues Sept. 2. 1211 E. Second St., Clarendon. Free admission. 806-206-6815)

Amarillo Crime Stoppers Car Show: The 10th annual show will feature dozens, maybe hundreds, of cars. (10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 1, Amarillo Civic Center Complex, 401 S. Buchanan St. Admission $5 ages 11 and older; proceeds benefit Amarillo Crime Stoppers and Student Crime Stoppers. 806-374-4400)

Boys Ranch Rodeo & adventureFest: Rodeo action returns for a 74th year, plus the family festival featuring food, games, hands-on learning and souvenirs. A free barbecue lunch begins at noon. (10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 1, Cal Farley's Boys Ranch northwest of Amarillo. Tickets, which include adventureFest and lunch, $10 for ages 7 and older. 800-687-3722)

Bill Sarpalius Book Signing: The former U.S. Congressman will sign copies of his candid memoir The Grand Duke from Boys Ranch(2 to 4 p.m. Sept. 1, Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 2415 Soncy Road. Free. 806-352-2300)

Native American Games: Children 12 and younger can learn about Native American fun and culture. (2 p.m. Sept. 1, Caprock Canyons State Park, 850 Caprock Canyons State Park Road near Quitaque. Free with park admission of $4 adults, $2 seniors. 806-455-1492)

Yellow City Sounds Music Festival: Music Made Here: The second annual festival will reunite The Groobees for the first time in 17 years. Also reuniting are '80s rock band Krakt and Americana band Turbine Toolshed, who'll perform alongside hot bands of Amarillo's current music scene: Mount IvyComanche Moon and Fine & Dandy. The festival also will include the Chick-Fil-A Kids’ Area from 2 to 5 p.m., about a dozen food trucks and several vendors. (2 to 10 p.m. Sept. 1, Memorial Park on the Amarillo College Washington Street Campus. Free. 806-371-5224)

Goodnight Under the Stars: Enjoy a wine walk, steak dinner, live auction and music from Coby Carter and Johnny Nix at this fundraiser for the Charles Goodnight Historical Center(5 p.m. Sept. 1, Charles Goodnight Historical Center, 4989 County Road 25, approximately 12 miles east of Claude on U.S. Highway 287. Tickets $100. 806-944-5552)

Jen Fest: A packed lineup of 10 death metal bands will perform, including Torn the F--k ApartVesperian SorrowSar IsatumLeft to RotChemicaustHorde CasketVotanLithopaedionHorrid Demise and Xenotrensic. (5 p.m. Sept. 1, Zombiez Bar & Grill, 711 S.W. 10th Ave. Cover $12. 806-331-7305)

Tribute to the Greatest Generation: Commemorate the official end of World War II with dinner and dancing to big band music by Patrick Swindell & Esquire Jazz will perform. (6 p.m. Sept. 1, Texas Air & Space Museum, 10001 American Drive. Tickets $50 or $35 for military. 806-374-2006)

Drew Kennedy: The Texas singer-songwriter will perform. (6:30 p.m. Sept. 1, Hotel Turkey, 201 Third St. in Turkey. No cover. 806-423-1151)

Yvonne Perea: The Amarillo folk singer-songwriter will perform. (6:30 p.m. Sept. 1, Pescaraz, 3415 S. Bell St., Suite K. No cover. 806-350-5430)

Ace Rodriguez and Andy Solano: The Amarillo rockers will play. (7 p.m. Sept. 1, Moondoggy's Pizza & Pub, 626 S. Polk St. No cover. 806-350-1400)

The A-Town Rockers: The Amarillo rock band will perform. (7 p.m. Sept. 1, Teddy Jack's Armadillo Grill, 5080 S. Coulter St. No cover. 806-322-0113)

Hieronyms Bogs: The New Mexico psych-folk / performance artist will perform. (7 p.m. Sept. 1, Urbana Coffee Works, 5215 Coulter St., Suite 100. No cover. 806-803-9022)

Dirt Storm Drifters: The Americana trio will perform. (7:30 p.m. Sept. 1, Caprock Canyons State Park, 850 Caprock Canyons State Park Road near Quitaque. Free with park admission of $4 adults, $2 seniors. 806-455-1492)

The Chris Duarte Group: The Austin blues-rock band will kick off a two-day run of shows. (8 p.m. Sept. 1; continues Sept. 2. Smokey Joe's, 2903 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-331-6698)

Moses Morin: The Amarillo guitarist will perform. (8 p.m. Sept. 1, Metropolitan — A Speakeasy, 9181 Town Square Blvd. No cover. 806-242-0117)

Duo Kara: The ensemble, which features Amarillo native and acclaimed pianist Mark Little, will perform. (8:30 p.m. Sept. 1, Esquire Jazz Club, 626 S. Polk St. Cover $10. 806-584-9571)

Movies at the Lake: Enjoy a free screening of the mega-hit Avengers: Infinity War(8:30 p.m. Sept. 1, Lake Meredith National Recreation Area, located 50 miles northeast of Amarillo near Fritch. Free. 806-857-3151) 

Jonathan Guidi & Touching Voodoo: The Amarillo rock band will perform. (9 p.m. Sept. 1, Broken Spoke Lounge, 3101 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-373-9149)

Panhandle Wind: The Amarillo country band will perform. (9 p.m. Sept. 1, 6th Street Saloon, 609 S. Independence St. Cover $5 for guys and free for women. 806-356-0873)

Gunner Fore & The Interstate: The Plainview-based Americana band will perform. Native Crowds will open. (10 p.m. Sept. 1, Golden Light Cantina, 2908 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover. 806-374-9237)

Girls Behaving Badly: This burlesque/sideshow variety show will feature Pickled Sister Sideshow's Yuki Chitsu, Belladonna Muse of Bomb City Pretties, Jostlynn Plums, Mazi Kink, Rekoil and Pixie Panders, along with The Royal F---s(10 p.m. Sept. 1, RR Bar, 701 S. Georgia St. Tickets $10. Text 806-517-4434)

 

Sept. 2

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Whistle Stop Trade Days: The indoor/outdoor farmers/flea market in Clarendon continues its season. (9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 2, 1211 E. Second St., Clarendon. Free admission. 806-206-6815)

Hidetown Labor Day Festival: Enjoy four days of holiday fun beginning Aug. 31. Today's activities include a church service at the Old Jail; hamburger and hot dog lunch; bounce houses and water slides; homemade ice cream and drinks; craft show; quilt show and Kenneth Wyatt display; horseshoe and cornhole tournament finals; steak cook-off dinner; and cowboy poetry. (11 a.m. to midnight Sept. 2; continues through Sept. 3. Old Mobeetie Jail Museum grounds. Free; bounce house / water slide wristbands $10, dinner tickets $25 in advance. 806-845-2028)

The Chris Duarte Group: The Austin blues-rock band will wrap up a two-day run of shows. (8 p.m. Sept. 2, Smokey Joe's, 2903 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-331-6698)

La Frontera Block Party: Latin singer Stefani Montiel will headline the 33rd annual street party. Also performing are Zavala, Monica y Adixxion and Amarillo Godfathers. (6 to 10 p.m. Sept. 2, 1401 S. Arthur St. Free. 806-372-4593)

Texas State Bison Herd: Learn more about the state's official herd at Caprock Canyons State Park in this special presentation. (8:30 p.m. Sept. 2, Caprock Canyons State Park, 850 Caprock Canyons State Park Road near Quitaque. Free with park admission of $4 adults, $2 seniors. 806-455-1492)

 

Sept. 3

Chautauqua: Pampa's annual Labor Day celebration will open with a 7:30 a.m. fun run, followed at 9 a.m. by the party at Central Park featuring booths, live music, crafts, vendors and more. (7:30 a.m. to Sept. 3, Central Park, Georgia and Mary Ellen streets in Pampa. Free. 806-665-0343)

Hidetown Labor Day Festival: Enjoy four days of holiday fun beginning Aug. 31. Today's activities include bounce houses and water slides; craft show; quilt show and Kenneth Wyatt display; homemade ice cream and drinks; live music; and the Old Settlers BBQ. (10 a.m. to midnight Sept. 2; continues through Sept. 3. Old Mobeetie Jail Museum grounds. Free; bounce house / water slide wristbands $10. 806-845-2028)

 

Sept. 4

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Harrington House fall tours: The historic home's autumnal exhibits will include preserved leaves collected by Sybil B. Harrington, Tiffany & Co. table settings and examples of Harrington's fall travel outfits. The exhibit will be on view through Oct. 30. (Tours on the half hour from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1600 S. Polk St. Free; reservations required. 806-374-5490)

Bark & Splash: Dogs can cool off at the Pampa H20 waterpark in this Pampa Animal Welfare Society event. All dog-friendly dogs are welcome and must be leashed. (5 to 8 p.m. Sept. 4, Pampa H20 waterpark, 1400 N. Sumner St. $10 per dog or $5 for dog-free people. 806-669-5775)

J. Trial Band: The Amarillo indie rock band will perform. (6 p.m. Sept. 4, Joe Taco, 7312 Wallace Blvd. No cover. 806-331-8226)

Tashi Dorji: The Bhutanese experimental guitarist will perform with opener Hayden Pedigo(7:30 p.m. Sept. 4, Teckla House, 2501 Teckla Blvd. $10 suggested donation; BYOB allowed. 806-680-5430)

Amarillo College Piano Series: Pianist Maria Garzon will perform. (7:30 p.m. Sept. 4, Amarillo College Concert Hall Theatre. Free. 806-371-5340)

 

Sept. 5

Breakfast with the Butterflies: Enjoy an outdoor breakfast with Amarillo Botanical Gardens' butterflies. (8 to 10 a.m., Sept. 5, Amarillo Botanical Gardens, 1400 Streit Drive. Admission $10 adults, $5 children nonmembers, $8 adults and $4 children for members. 806-352-6513)

STEM Lab: This monthly program on Science, Engineering, Technology and Math continues with an exploration of Newton's laws of motion. (4 p.m. Sept. 5, Amarillo Public Library Northwest Branch, 6100 W. Ninth Ave. Free. 806-359-2035)

Speed Dating Tonight auditions: Community auditions for Amarillo Opera's season-opening performance of Michael Ching's flexible musical revue about single life. (7 p.m. Sept. 5, continues Sept. 6. Amarillo College Concert Hall Theatre on the Washington Street campus. 806-372-7464)

Comedy Open Mic: Amateur and professional comics can take their turn at the mic at this evening hosted by Amarillo comic Skylar Potter of Yellow City Comedy & Productions(9 p.m. Sept. 5, Whiskey River, 4001 S.W. 51st Ave. No cover. 806-367-6163.)

 

Sept. 6

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The Nun: A troubled priest and a novice confront a demonic nun. (Previews Sept. 6; opens Sept. 7. United Artists Amarillo Star 14, 8275 W. Amarillo Blvd., and Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive.) 

Peppermint: Jennifer Garner stars as a young mother out for revenge. (Previews Sept. 6; opens Sept. 7. United Artists Amarillo Star 14, 8275 W. Amarillo Blvd., and Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive.) 

Castro County Fair: Harvest Days in Dimmitt open with a 3-on-3 basketball tournament, pet show and kids tractor pull. (all day Sept. 6; continues through Sept. 8. Castro County Expo Building, 403 S.E. Fourth St., and elsewhere. Admission prices vary. 806-346-0489)

United Way Kickoff Luncheon: The United Way of Amarillo and Canyon's 2018-19 campaign officially will launch with a keynote speech from David Brown, former Dallas Police Department chief. Campaign co-chairs Dane Williams of Valero and Amarillo Police Department Chief Ed Drain also will speak. (11:30 a.m. Sept. 6, Amarillo Civic Center Complex Heritage Ballroom, 401 S. Buchanan St. Tickets $30 or $240 for a table of eight. 806-376-6359, ext. 215)

La Bella's on Olsen Live: Amarillo singer/guitarist Jonathan Guidi will perform for the concert series. (5:30 p.m. Sept. 6, La Bella's, 3801 S. Olsen Blvd. No cover. 806-352-5050)

Casey Donahew: The Texas country star will perform. (6:30 p.m. Sept. 6, Starlight Ranch Event Center, 1415 Sunrise Drive. Tickets $17 to $45, plus fees. 806-678-7002)

Bo Garza: The Lubbock singer will perform. (7 p.m. Sept. 6, Teddy Jack's Armadillo Grill, 5080 S. Coulter St. No cover. 806-322-0113)

First Thursday Art + Music: The monthly party at The 806 Coffee + Lounge will feature art by Malcolm Byers and music from Frank Byers. (7 p.m. Sept. 6, The 806 Coffee + Lounge, 2812 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover; donations accepted. 806-322-1806)

Johnny Reverb: The Amarillo blues great will perform. (7 p.m. Sept. 6, The Handle Bar & Grill, 3415 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-803-9538)

Bomb City Rhythm: The Amarillo jazz combo will perform. (7:30 p.m. Sept. 6, The Drunken Oyster, 7606 S.W. 45th Ave. No cover. 806-418-6668)

Fine & Dandy: The Amarillo-based Americana duo will perform. (7:30 p.m. Sept. 6, Cask & Cork, 5461 McKenna Square, Suite 101. No cover. 806-410-1113)

Friends of Fogelberg Surprise Concerts: Acclaimed bassist and producer Norbert Putnam will appear alongside favorite Amarillo musicians in this fundraiser for Harrington Cancer & Health Foundation and Heal the City(7:30 p.m. Sept. 6; continues Sept. 7. Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts, 500 S. Buchanan St. Tickets $20. 806-378-3096)

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat: For its third revival of the biblically themed musical by Andrew Lloyd Wright and Tim Rice, Amarillo Little Theatre promises a totally new concept. (7:30 p.m. Sept. 6; continues through Sept. 23. Amarillo Little Theatre Main Stage, 2019 Civic Circle. Ticket prices vary. 806-355-9991)

Speed Dating Tonight auditions: Community auditions for Amarillo Opera's season-opening performance of Michael Ching's flexible musical revue about single life. (8 p.m. Sept. 6, Amarillo College Concert Hall Theatre on the Washington Street campus. 806-372-7464)

David Michael Selbo: The touring musician will perform. (9 p.m. Sept. 6, Broken Spoke Lounge, 3101 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-373-9149)

Kimberly Dunn: The red-hot Texas country star will perform. (10 p.m. Sept. 6, Hoots Pub, 2424 Hobbs Road. Cover.)

Pink Fuzz: The psychedelic rockers will perform with openers Deathbelles(10 p.m. Sept. 6, Golden Light Cantina, 2908 S.W. Sixth Ave. Cover. 806-374-9237)

 

Weekly entertainment

Sundays

Ace Rodriguez: The Amarillo rocker performs. (3 p.m., Smokey Joe's, 2903 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-331-6698)

Stew Moss: The ​Amarillo bluesman performs. (6 p.m., The Big Texan Steak Ranch, 7701 E. Interstate 40. No cover. 806-372-6000)

B-Man's Karaoke at 6th Street Saloon: Sing along. (9 p.m., 6th Street Saloon, 609 S. Independence St. No cover. 806-356-0873)

Tejano Sundays: Amarillo DJ Bert Zuniga hosts this weekly showcase. (9 p.m., Western Horseman Club, 2501 E. Interstate 40. Cover $5 for men, free for women. 806-379-6555, ext. 2999)

 

Tuesdays

Tuesday Trivia: Weekly contests in September will test knowledge of Roseanne (Sept. 4), Parks and Recreation (Sept. 11), The Office (Sept. 18) and Adam Sandler (Sept. 25). (6 p.m.; sign-up at 5 p.m., Recreation, 1512 Fifth Ave., Suite 103 in Canyon. Free. 806-656-0665)

El Trio Cortez: The Amarillo ​mariachi band performs weekly. (6 p.m., Acapulco Mexican Restaurant, 727 S. Polk St. No cover. 806-373-8889)

Andy Chase: The Amarillo folk singer-songwriter performs weekly. (6:30 p.m., 575 Pizzeria, 2803 Civic Circle. No cover. 806-322-5575)

Ace Rodriguez and Andy Solano: The Amarillo rockers perform weekly. (7 p.m., Smokey Joe's, 2903 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-331-6698)

Jason Hodges: The Amarillo singer-songwriter performs weekly. (7 p.m., Bar 3 at Preston West Golf Course, 9101 S. Coulter St. No cover. 806-353-7003)

Trivial Tuesday: Compete in different theme nights weekly. (7 p.m., The Gem, 2203 S. Austin St. Team entry fee $5. 806-355-7838)

B-Man's Karaoke at Buffalo Wild Wings: Sing along weekly. (9 p.m., Buffalo Wild Wings, 5416 S. Coulter Road. No cover. 806-359-4386)

DJ Grice: The Amarillo DJ spins weekly. (9 p.m., Whiskey River, 4001 S.W. 51st Ave. No cover. 806-367-6163)

Love Shine: The Amarillo band hosts a weekly open-mic night. (9 p.m., 6th Street Saloon, 609 S. Independence St. No cover. 806-356-0873)

#TakeMeBack Tuesdays: Amarillo's DJ Element hosts this weekly event. (10 p.m., Hoots Pub, 2424 Hobbs Road. No cover.)

 

Wednesdays

The Solano Project: The Amarillo classic rock band performs at happy hour. (6 p.m., Smokey Joe's, 2903 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-331-6698)

Jackie Haney: The Amarillo classic rock singer performs. (6:30 p.m., Bracero's Mexican Bar & Grill, 2822 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-220-2395)

Dana Hubbard: The Amarillo singer-songwriter performs for a weekly blues night. (7 p.m., Esquire Jazz Club, 626 S. Polk St. Cover $10 after 7 p.m. 806-584-9571)

Yvonne Perea: The Amarillo folk singer-songwriter performs. (7 p.m., Cask & Cork, 5461 McKenna Square, Suite 101. No cover. 806-410-1113)

The Chino Show: The Amarillo musician hosts a weekly karaoke and open jam session. (8 p.m., Throwbacks Sports Bar, 7150 S. Bell St. 806-418-4482)

Buster Bledsoe: The Amarillo country singer host a weekly open-mic night. (8 p.m., Rounders Club, 2801 Virginia Circle. No cover. 806-352-3317)

Wicked Wednesdays: Amarillo DJs Frenzy and Sonny B spin. (8 p.m., Bodegas, 709 S. Polk St. Cover $2 after 11 p.m. 806-378-5790)

Old-School Jam Nights: DJ James Erik McMurry spins. (9 p.m., House Bar, 1219 S.W. 10th Ave. No cover. 806-677-6450)

B-Man's Karaoke at 6th Street Saloon: Sing along. (9 p.m., 6th Street Saloon, 609 S. Independence St. No cover. 806-356-0873)

DJ Element: The Amarillo DJ spins. (9 p.m., Guitars & Cadillacs, 3601 Olsen Blvd. No cover. 806-322-7979)

Duke Tracy's Karaoke: Sing your favorites. (9 p.m., Duke Tracy's, 3101 S.W. 26th Ave. No cover. 806-351-0757)

Lil T Karaoke: Belt it out. (Plus 212 Club, 212 S.W. Sixth Ave., on the last Wednesday of every month.) (9 p.m., Austin's Texas Pub, 3121 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-803-9063)

Open Mic Night: Thomas Thompson hosts this (mostly) weekly showcase. (9 p.m., The 806 Coffee + Lounge, 2812 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-322-1806)

DJ Grice: The Amarillo DJ spins most weeks. (Amarillo country singers Lee Scheetz and Eddie Siegel host occasional open mic nights.) (9 p.m., Whiskey River, 4001 S.W. 51st Ave. No cover. 806-367-6163)

Sticks and Picks: Amarillo musicians Andrew Fox and Jordon McClain host this open jam. (9 p.m., Hoots Pub, 2424 Hobbs Road. No cover.)

 

Thursdays

Andy Chase: The ​Amarillo folk singer-songwriter performs. (6 p.m., Leal's, 1619 S. Kentucky St. No cover. 806-359-5959)

Karaoke Under the Stars: Sing your favorite tunes or listen to others while enjoying drink specials and Yappy Hour with your dog in this weekly event (through Aug. 23). (6 to 10 p.m., Starlight Ranch Event Center, 1415 Sunrise Drive. No cover. 806-678-7002)

Tommy the Hacker: The Amarillo DJ spins. (6 p.m., Tacos Garcia, 1100 S. Ross St. No cover. 806-371-0477)

Danny Ruiz: The Amarillo country singer hosts open-mic night. (7 p.m., Cowboy Gelato Smokehouse, 6103 S. Coulter St., Suite 200. No cover. 806-376-5286)

Open Mic Night: Amarillo country singers Buster Bledsoe and Colten Wilcher host. (7 p.m., Smokey Joe's, 2903 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-331-6698)

Kickshikers: The Amarillo country band performs. (7 p.m., Western Horseman Club, 2501 E. Interstate 40. Cover $5 for men, free for women. 806-379-6555, ext. 2999)

Bowling Night: Amarillo's DJ RoRo spins. (8 p.m., Eastridge Lanes, 5405 E. Amarillo Blvd. Cover $10. 806-383-9531)

College Night: Amarillo's DJ Oni spins; people with college IDs get in free. (8 p.m., Bodegas, 709 S. Polk St. Cover. 806-378-5790)

Bert Zuniga: The Amarillo DJ spins. (9 p.m., Old Buster's Lounge, 2204 S.E. 24th Ave. No cover. 806-379-8100)

B-Man's Karaoke at Lil' Abner's: Sing along. (9 p.m., Lil Abner's, 2813 S.W. Sixth Ave. 806-418-2570) 

Karaoke Joe: Sing along. (9 p.m., Whiskey River, 4001 S.W. 51st Ave. No cover. 806-367-6163)

Duke Tracy's Karaoke: Sing your favorites. (9 p.m., Duke Tracy's, 3101 S.W. 26th Ave. No cover. 806-351-0757)

Open Mic: Amarillo country singer Tommy Davis hosts this event. (9 p.m., 6th Street Saloon, 609 S. Independence St. No cover. 806-356-0873)

 

Fridays

Stew Moss: The ​Amarillo bluesman performs. (6 p.m., The Big Texan Steak Ranch, 7701 E. Interstate 40. No cover. 806-372-6000)

Pete Y Los Releros: The mariachi band performs. (6:30 p.m., Bracero's Mexican Bar & Grill, 2822 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-220-2395)

Andy Chase: The ​Amarillo singer-songwriter performs. (7 p.m., Napoli's Italian Restaurant, 700 S. Taylor St. No cover. 806-220-2588)

El Trio Cortez: The Amarillo ​mariachi band performs. (7 p.m., Acapulco Mexican Restaurant, 727 S. Polk St. No cover. 806-373-8889)

Bert Zuniga: The Amarillo DJ spins. (9 p.m., Old Buster's Lounge, 2204 S.E. 24th Ave. No cover. 806-379-8100)

B-Man's Karaoke at Broken Spoke: Sing along with the Amarillo karaoke service. (9 p.m., Broken Spoke Lounge, 3101 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-373-9149) 

B-Man's Karaoke at Buckles Lounge: The popular Amarillo karaoke service also is featured here. (9 p.m., Buckles Lounge, 6800 E. Interstate 40. No cover. 806-379-8064)

DJ Chancho: The Amarillo DJ spins every other week (Aug. 3, 17 and 31) for Ladies Night. (9 p.m., Mulligan's Pub, 2511 Paramount Blvd. Cover $5. 806-367-8428)

DJ RoRo: The Amarillo DJ spins. (9 p.m., Kicked Back, 521 S.E. 10th Ave. No cover. 806-418-8917)

DJ Ted: The Amarillo DJ spins. (9 p.m., Western Horseman Club, 2501 E. Interstate 40. Cover $5 for men, free for women. 806-379-6555, ext. 2999)

DJ Tino D: The Amarillo DJ spins. (9 p.m., Lupita's Bar & Grill, 316 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-350-7705)

Duke Tracy's Karaoke: Sing your favorites. (9 p.m., Duke Tracy's, 3101 S.W. 26th Ave. No cover. 806-351-0757)

Lil T Karaoke at House Bar: Sing along. (9 p.m., House Bar, 1219 S.W. 10th Ave. No cover. 806-677-6450)

Pine Shed Karaoke: Sing along. (9 p.m., The Pine Shed, 5342 Canyon Dr. No cover. 806-352-2446)

All About Music: The DJ service spins. (10 p.m., Fast Eddie's, 1619 S. Kentucky St. No cover. 806-590-7235)

 

Saturdays

Stew Moss: The ​Amarillo bluesman performs. (6 p.m., The Big Texan Steak Ranch, 7701 E. Interstate 40. No cover. 806-372-6000)

James Owens: The Amarillo singer-songwriter performs. (7 p.m., Napoli's Italian Restaurant, 700 S. Taylor St. No cover. 806-220-2588)

Bert Zuniga: The Amarillo DJ spins. (9 p.m., Old Buster's Lounge, 2204 S.E. 24th Ave. No cover. 806-379-8100)

B-Man's Karaoke at Cactus Bar: The popular service offers a variety of songs. (9 p.m., Cactus Bar, 4831 S. Western St. No cover. 806-356-6369)

B-Man's Karaoke at Mudd Rack: The popular service offers a variety of songs here, too. (9 p.m., The Mudd Rack, 500 E. Hastings Ave. No cover. 806-381-2599)

DJ Tino D: The Amarillo DJ spins. (9 p.m., Lupita's Bar & Grill, 316 S.W. Sixth Ave. No cover. 806-350-7705)

Duke Tracy's Karaoke: Sing your favorites. (9 p.m., Duke Tracy's, 3101 S.W. 26th Ave. No cover. 806-351-0757)

 

 

Ongoing

  • Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument: The monument, about 35 miles north of Amarillo near Lake Meredith National Recreation Area, is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day. Daily hikes with rangers are offered from 10 a.m. to noon; reservations requested. Admission is free. Call 806-857-6680.
  • Amarillo Botanical Gardens: The gardens, 1400 Streit Drive, are open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays through September, including Memorial Day, July 4 and Labor Day. Admission is $5 adults, $4 seniors, $2 children through eighth grade. Call 806-352-6513.
  • Amarillo Escape and Mystery: Attempt to escape a variety of themed locked rooms in 60 minutes at this attraction, 12208 Canyon Drive. It's open daily by reservation; games must be booked two hours in advance. Cost is $20, plus tax. Call 806-414-2382.
  • Amarillo Museum of Art: The museum, 2200 S. Van Buren St., will feature Icons & Symbols of the Borderland through Oct. 14 and Border Cantos | Sonic Border through Dec. 9. It's open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays and 1 to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Admission is free. Call 806-371-5050.
  • Amarillo Public Library: Look for daily events for children (and book clubs for adults) throughout the summer at all branches. Call 806-378-3051.
  • Amarillo Railroad Museum: The museum, 3160 I Ave., is open 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Thursdays and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. the second and fourth Saturdays of the month. Call 806-335-3333.
  • Amarillo Rock Climbing House: The attraction, 500 S. Fannin St., is open 2 to 9 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 2 to 10 p.m. Fridays, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturdays and 1 to 8 p.m. Sundays. Call 806-418-2431.
  • Amarillo Suite Escape: Visitors can attempt to escape from three rooms with rotating themes at this attraction, 715 S. Lamar St. Hours are noon to 9:30 p.m. Thursdays and noon to 11 p.m. Fridays through Sundays, plus by appointment. Cost is $20, plus tax. Call 806-640-3831.
  • Amarillo Zoo: The zoo, 700 Comanchero Trail, is open 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, except for Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Day, and Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Admission is $4 adults, $3 seniors and $2 children ages 3-12, and free on Monday. Call 806-381-7911.
  • American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum: The facility, 2601 E. Interstate 40, is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays (closed holidays). It will feature America's Horse in Art through Oct. 13. Admission is $7 adults, $5 seniors, $4 veterans, $3 children ages 6 to 18 and free for active-duty military and children 5 and younger. Call 806-376-4811. 
  • Arts in the Sunset: The galleries, 3701 Plains Blvd., are generally open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. Admission is free. Call 806-353-5700.
  • Bill’s Backyard Classics: The classic car and truck museum, 5309 S. Washington St., is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays. Admission is $10 for ages 13 and older. Call 806-373-8194.
  • Caprock Canyons State Park: The canyon, 850 Caprock Canyons State Park Road near Quitaque, is open daily. Park admission of $4 adults, $2 seniors. Call 806-455-1492.
  • Cerulean Gallery: The gallery, 814 S. Taylor St., will feature Common Threads through Oct. 10. It's open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and by appointment Saturdays. Call 806-576-0063.
  • The Citadelle Art Museum: The Canadian art museum will feature Sordid & Sacred: The Beggars in Rembrandt's Etchings from Sept. 21 to Dec. 22. The museum is located at 520 Nelson Ave. in Canadian. Hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays. Admission is $10 adults, $8 seniors and free children 17 and younger. Call 806-323-8899.
  • Don Harrington Discovery Center: The center currently features the Aviation exhibition; Rescue will open Sept. 22. Located at 1200 Streit Drive, it's is open 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and noon to 4:30 p.m. Sundays throughout the summer. Admission is $11 adults, $8 children and students (to age 22), military and seniors. Call 806-355-9547.
  • Escape the Trap House: This escape-room attraction, 12851 Interstate 27, features rotating rooms in the old home of Chainsaw Massacre haunted house. It's open 5 to 11 p.m. Fridays, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturdays and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sundays. Admission is $25. Call 806-337-0749.
  • Extreme Laser Tag: Take aim at this indoor attraction, 2503 S.W. 45th Ave. Hours are 6 to 9 p.m. Thursdays, 6 to 10 p.m. Fridays, 2 to 10 p.m. Saturdays and 2 to 7 p.m. Sundays, or by appointment. Admission is $6, plus tax, per person per game; group rates available. Call 806-367-8954.
  • Harrington House: The historic home, 1600 S. Polk St., features free tours conducted on the half hour from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Call 806-374-5490.
  • Kwahadi Indian Museum: Celebrate the legacy of the Native American population on the Plains and the Kwahadi Dancers at this museum, 9151 E. Interstate 40. Admission $5 adults, $3 children. Hours are noon to 5 pm. Thursdays through Saturdays and 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays in June, July and August, and 1 to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays from September through May. Call 806-335-3175.
  • Lake Meredith National Recreation Area: The park, located 50 miles northeast of Amarillo near Fritch, is open 24 hours a day. The area also includes Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument. Admission is free. Call 806-857-3151.
  • Palo Duro Adventure Park and Zip Line: This attraction, located near the entrance of Palo Duro Canyon State Park, is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays through Sundays (plus Labor Day) through Labor Day, weather permitting. Call 806-488-2260.
  • Palo Duro Canyon State Park: The canyon, 12 miles east of Canyon on Texas Highway 217, is open daily from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Admission $5. Call 806-488-2227.
  • Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum: The museum, 2503 Fourth Ave. in Canyon, features Pop Culture through Dec. 31 and Native Lifeways of the Plains through May 2019. It's open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays to Saturdays and 1 to 6 p.m. Sundays from June through August. Admission is $10 adults, $9 seniors, $5 children and free for members and children younger than 4. Call 806-651-2244.
  • River Breaks Ranch: This attraction, 7802 Durrett Drive, offers sporting clays, team roping, horse racing and more. Call 806-374-0357.
  • Southern Light Gallery: The art gallery, located on the first floor of Ware Student Commons on Amarillo College's Washington Street campus, features Gary Goldberg's Texas Singer-Songwriters: An Americana Portrait through Sept. 12, then Michael Amato's Fear Culture, U.S.A. beginning Sept. 17. It's open 7:30 a.m. to 8:50 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 7:30 a.m. to 4:50 p.m. Fridays and 2 to 5:50 p.m. Sundays. Call 806-345-5654.
  • Sports World: This attraction, 9400 Canyon Drive, offers miniature golf and a go-kart track. Hours are 5 to 10 p.m. Fridays, noon to 10 p.m. Saturdays and 1 to 9 p.m. Sundays. Call 806-331-7223. 
  • Starlight Ranch Event Center: The event center's zip lines, a 10,000-square-foot maze, miniature golf and more are open 6 to 10 p.m. Thursdays through Sundays. It's located at 1415 Sunrise Drive. Zip line prices are $25 for first ride, $7 for additional rides. Maze price is $5 per walkthrough. Day passes are $50; night passes (7 p.m. to midnight) are $40. Call 806-683-7883.
  • Texas Air & Space Museum: The museum, 10001 American Drive, is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays. Admission is free; donations accepted. Call 806-335-9159.
  • Texas Panhandle War Memorial: The memorial, 4101 S. Georgia St., is open 24 hours a day year-round. Admission is free. Call 806-353-3300 or 806-674-0495.
  • Wildcat Bluff Nature Center: The center, 2301 N. Soncy Road, is open daily from sunrise to sunset. Admission $4 adults, $3 seniors and children. Call 806-352-6007.
  • Wonderland Park: The park, 2601 Dumas Drive, will continue its 67th season through Sept. 3. Park hours vary throughout the spring and summer, so check their calendar for the most up-to-date information. Ultimate WOW passes are $31.95 to $39.95; regular WOW passes are $16.95 to $24.95. Spectator passes are $5. Miniature golf is $5; hours are 1 to 8 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 6 p.m. Sunday. Call 806-383-3344.
  • Xcape Room Warehouse: The escape room attraction, 714 S.E. 10th Ave., is open from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursdays, 6 to 11 p.m. Fridays, noon to 11 p.m. Saturdays and noon to 8 p.m. Sundays; other times available by appointment. Admission $25. Call 806-353-6353.

 

 

 

Chip Chandler is a producer for Panhandle PBS. He can be contacted at Chip.Chandler@actx.edu, at @chipchandler1 on Twitter and on Facebook.