Category: Culture

5 Can’t Miss Wine Festivals in Lubbock, Texas

The wide-open plains of West Texas coupled with the dry, arid climate offers the perfect environment for wine grape growing. In fact, Lubbock is the leading producer of wine grapes in Texas with over 90% grown on the Texas High Plains AVA. This offers vino drinkers of all levels a true vine to glass experience.

Fall Fashion Trends in the Hub City

It’s that time of year where the leaves fall and so does my bank account. Fall shopping gets to the best of us, and Lubbock has no shortage of shops. Eager to find some of the latest trends in fall fashion this season, I ventured out in the “Hub City” to scout out a few

Fair Food Must-Haves at the South Plains Fair

By: Camille Hughes It’s officially autumn on the South Plains, which means it’s fair season! Head east to the Panhandle South Plains Fairgrounds to join with the community in enjoying one of our favorite weeks of the season. From petting zoos and rollercoasters to fair games and live acts, the fair is an experience for

Talking Lubbock Music with Booga Bradshaw

Lubbock has a remarkable music history. As storied as the past may be, the future is looking bright for artists like Byron Smith aka Booga Bradshaw. Like many Lubbock musicians before him, Boog is bucking trends and forging ahead pioneering a hip hop community, and he’s excited to be doing it in Lubbock. We sat

Cocina de La Sirena

Lubbock’s culinary scene is starting to make waves, and if you catch wind of this siren’s savory song, you may not be able to escape. Daughter of Lubbock restaurateur, Cat Traxler, Chef Jessica Fultz opened Cocina de La Sirena (Kitchen of The Siren or Mermaid), in 2016 after earning her culinary degree in San Francisco and gaining

Hello and Welcome

Welcome to Visit Lubbock’s New Blog Hello and welcome to the brand new blog from your friends at Visit Lubbock! We’re excited to showcase all the fun and exciting events that are taking place right here in our own backyard. You’ll find everything from sporting events, to performing arts as well as the latest and

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