Attractions

Buddy Holly Center

This permanent exhibit is dedicated to the life and music of rock’n’roll legend, Buddy Holly. View memorabilia donated by family, friends, and fans. Hidden gem: Buddy’s glasses found at the site of the airplane crash. The Center also features a contemporary Fine Arts Gallery and Foyer Gallery.

Burklee Hill Vineyards

Cactus Theater

Originally built as a move theater in 1938, this iconic venue is home to diverse concerts, shows, and performances. The Cactus Theater has been listed in the National Register of Historic Places by the US Department of the Interior.

Caviel Museum of African-American History

Enjoy exhibits dedicated to celebrating art, culture, and identity with artwork from Africa and antiques donated by community members. Fun fact: the museum is named after the former owners of the building, Alfred and Billie Caviel, the first African American husband and wife to own and operate their own pharmacy in the U.S.

Cinemark Southwest Lubbock Movies 16 and XD

Movies are made for the Cinemark XD screen, bringing you the newest releases with the most cutting-edge movie experience. Sit back and relax in your high-back rocker chair while you dig into classic concessions and culinary treats. Want something tasty to go with your movie? You can easily order popcorn, fountain drinks, candy, hot dogs and all your favorite movie

Cinemark Tinseltown Lubbock and XD

Check out the latest new releases on a larger-than-life XD screen, bringing you the most cutting-edge movie experience. Sit back and relax at your local Cinemark movie theater with recliner loungers that take the comfort to the next level. Want something tasty to go with your movie? You can easily order popcorn, fountain drinks, candy, and all

Dave & Buster’s

Opening May 1, 2023!

Elite Paintball

Open on Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Elite Paintball is equipped with the gear you need to have a great time. With new and improved courses, customers can choose to participate in open play or private party pricing. When you purchase an entire setup in the proshop, you’ll get a month’s

English Newsom Cellars

Delight yourself in a tasting with gorgeous views and experience top-quality wine from this family owned winery. Must try: the Rainy, a delicious Malbec rose.

Enigmaworx

FiberMax Center for Discovery

Immerse yourself in the history of American agriculture through an array of interactive exhibits, including 71 pedal tractors, 700 toy tractors, and a replica blacksmith shop.

Idalou Harvest Company

Home to 6,000 apple trees and 30 varieties of apples, stop by and visit the gift shop and Country Cafe for fresh apple pies and cakes. Fun fact: this is the only certified organic apple orchard in the state of Texas.

Llano Estacado Winery

See the bottling process from grapes to glass at the largest premium winery in Texas. Be sure to attend one of their wine festivals throughout the year. We personally love the Salsa & Sangria Fest!

Lubbock Lake Landmark

Named one of the top five destinations to see evidence of the first Americans by Smithsonian Magazine, experience a West Texas sunset and journey through a three-mile scenic trail during one of their night hikes.

Lubbock Water Rampage

Enjoy attractions like the wave pool, lazy river, and water slides and explore three worlds of adventure: Pirates Cove, Caribbean Adventure, and Future World. Order from the Snack Shack and sip on refreshing adult beverages at Captain Morgan’s Rum Point.

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McPherson Cellars

Winner of over 600 state, national, and international awards, this urban winery is located in a historic Coca-Cola bottling plant. Pro tip: attend their Patio Nights on Thursdays in the summer for wine and live music.

Moody Planetarium

Explore the exciting world of science and astronomy with the Moody Planetarium! Located inside the Museum of Texas Tech University, the planetarium offers an equal balance of education and entertainment with a wide range of shows from the study of stars and constellations to dark matter and black holes, to in depth looks at the

Museum of Texas Tech University

The Museum of Texas Tech University is a diverse and multifaceted cultural resource with six collecting divisions and 8.8 million objects. Collections are comprised of Anthropology, Art, Clothing and Textiles, History, Paleontology, and Natural History. The Museum features nine permanent galleries ranging from 20th and 21st century art and southwest Indian art to the study

Museum of Texas Tech University

The Museum of Texas Tech University is a diverse and multifaceted cultural resource with six collecting divisions and 8.8 million objects. Collections are comprised of Anthropology, Art, Clothing and Textiles, History, Paleontology, and Natural History. The Museum features nine permanent galleries ranging from 20th and 21st century art and southwest Indian art to the study

National Ranching Heritage Center

Dedicated to preserving the history of ranching at this 19-acre historical park, the center is home to 50 authentically restored structures. Can’t miss event: Candlelight at the Ranch in December.

Oswald Vineyard

Oswald Vineyard is a family owned and operated winery which includes 43 acres of grapes. Come enjoy a sit down, get acquainted, tasting and learn about our journey from corporate America to the farming lifestyle. Handcrafted, barrel aged wines from estate grown grapes include 6 varieties (with a seventh to be added soon) for your

Pheasant Ridge Winery

Home to some of the oldest vines in Texas, enjoy this dog-friendly winery with a glass of Dry Chenin Blanc in hand while you take in a West Texas sunset.

Prairie Dog Town

The vision of Prairie Dog Town was conceived and implemented by K. N. Clapp in 1935. In the 1930’s the government’s poisoning program was becoming effective, and he was alarmed that the extinction of the black-tailed prairie dog would result. Mr. Clapp designed this enclosure and, with his friend Ross Edwards, trapped two pairs of

Premiere Cinemas IMAX

Ringtail Ranch Lemur Rescue

Ringtail Ranch Lemur Rescue & Educational Center is a USDA licensed 501(c)(3) nonprofit wildlife sanctuary catering primarily to lemurs, the most endangered species on the planet. We are home to 40 lemurs of five different species. Come out and visit the rescue. By appointment only!

Science Spectrum & OMNI Theater

This is a unique, hands-on museum featuring interactive science exhibits. Bring the kids and experience Lubbock’s only public aquarium and catch an educational film in the Omni Theater.

Silent Wings Museum

See one of the few fully restored World War II gliders in existence at this impressive museum. The Silent Wings Museum also features a C-47 airplane and a multimedia theater.

Slaton Bakery

In 1923, Blue Ribbon Bakery and City Bakery, each of which had opened in 1921, consolidated. By 1925, this establishment was known as Slaton Baking Company. In 1943, the Wilson family purchased the business. The Wilson’s overcame rationing during World War II to continue a thriving business. Slaton Bakery introduced sliced hamburger and hot dog

Stars & Stripes Drive In

This drive-in is ranked by TripAdvisor and the Travel Channel as on of the best drive-in theatres in the nation. Must try: a famous Chihuahua Sandwich before the show.

The Vietnam Center & Archive

Make an appointment to stop at The Vietnam Center & Archive for an in-depth history of hte Vietnam War. Explore millions of pages of material and tens of thousands of photographs, slides, maps, periodicals, audio, and books related to the Vietnam War.