Insider’s Guide: 48 Hours in Lubbock for Meeting Planners and Attendees

Visiting Lubbock for a meeting or conference? Make the most of your downtime with these top spots to relax, dine and pick up locally made souvenirs. Whether you’ve got an hour or an afternoon, here’s your go-to guide to exploring the Hub City between sessions.

Where to Spend Your Breaks

Need a quick recharge or a group-friendly outing? Check out these local gems:

• Buddy Holly Center: Celebrate Lubbock’s music legacy with a tour of iconic memorabilia and rotating exhibits.
• LHUCA (Louise Hopkins Underwood Center for the Arts): Immerse yourself in local art, from contemporary galleries to sculpture gardens.
• National Ranching Heritage Center: Step into the story of West Texas ranching. Bonus: Book a group trolley tour in spring and summer for a deeper dive.
• Texas Tech Public Art Collection: Take a self-guided tour—or book an Art Cart group tour—of one of the nation’s top public art collections.

Where to Dine

Whether it’s a casual lunch or a celebratory dinner, Lubbock’s culinary scene offers something for every taste:

Lunch Spots:

• Dirk’s: A local favorite for fried chicken and oysters.
• Midnight Shift: Creative takes on pub fare, located at Cotton Court Hotel.
• Evie Mae’s BBQ: Award-winning Texas barbecue worth the short drive—get there early before they sell out!
• Salt by Angie: Fresh, chef-driven plates with bold West Texas flavors.

Dinner Favorites:

• The West Table: Modern American dishes and inventive cocktails.
• The Nicolett: Upscale West Texas dining with seasonal ingredients. Featured in Forbes Food & Wine!
• La Sirena: A hidden gem for coastal-inspired Latin cuisine.
• Claraboya Scratch Kitchen & Bar: Locally sourced dishes with a relaxed vibe in Downtown Lubbock, located inside the Doubletree by Hilton.

Coffee Breaks:

• Monomyth Coffee: A trendy spot for expertly crafted coffee drinks and pastries by Brûlée Bakery.
• Nashwell Café: A cozy, Australian-inspired bakery with excellent pastries and lattes.

Where to Shop for Locally Made Souvenirs

Looking to bring home a piece of Lubbock? Swing by these local spots for authentic finds:

• California T’s: Lubbock-branded tees and merch with a fun, modern twist.
• Barque Gifts: A curated collection of unique gifts, stationery and Lubbock-themed items.