Ike Day and Birthday Celebration [Friday, Oct. 10, 2008] Located at Dwight D. Eisenhower Library & Museum, Abilene is the hometown of the nation’s 34th president and this town celebrates his birthday each October with a dinner, vigil, and wreath-laying ceremony., 785-263-4751

Abilene Gun Show [Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008] Located at Sterl Hall, Over 100 tables displaying all types of weapons, including military memorabilia, are featured during this two day gun show where buying, selling, and trading options are available., 785-263-2054

Christmas in the Cabin [Sunday, Dec. 7, 2008] Located at the Heritage Center, Enjoy a beautiful live Christmas tree, holiday splendor, cartoon characters, pageant ceremonies, and visits by Santa during this Christmas event that lasts for 17 days., 785-263-2681

Great Plains Theatre Festival 300 North Mulberry, Abilene, KS 67410, Located in the Tietjens Center for Performing Arts, Open from March to December, Great Plains Theatre Festival is a professional theatre company offering musicals and comedies. , 785-263-4903, 888-222-4574

Chisholm Trail Day Festival & Carousel Rendezvous [Saturday, Oct. 4, 2008] 412 South Campbell Street, Abilene, KS 67410, This event celebrates western heritage and the anniversary of the 1901 C.W. Parker Carousel. Activities include live history reenactments, an arts and crafts fair, an antique tractor show, competitions, and historical entertainment., 785-263-2681

Heritage Homes Tour [Saturday, Dec. 6, 2008] Tour private homes in Abilene. All decorated for the Christmas holiday season., 785-263-2231