Presented by Buffalo Gap Chamber of Commerce in collaboration with Buffalo Gap Historic Village
Made possible with the Buffalo Gap Improvement Corporation
Supported by Lancium, Heritage Champion and Title Sponsor
Heritage Days grew out of Buffalo Gap’s turn in the national spotlight as a host of the Smithsonian’s Crossroads: Change in Rural America exhibit in 2025. Now the Buffalo Gap Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with the Buffalo Gap Historic Village and with the vital support of the Buffalo Gap Improvement Corporation, is bringing neighbors and visitors together for twelve days of education, entertainment and community. Most events are free. Two are ticketed.
The Full Schedule
Schedule subject to change
Free open to allTicketed tickets requiredSchool Day school groups
Week One: October 27 to November 1
Community Fried Chicken Picnic
Presented by Lancium
Kick off Heritage Days with a classic community dinner featuring live local entertainment, local heroes getting honored, a Heritage Gallery and a patriotic performance by the Abilene Community Band. A VIP reception precedes the main dinner.
Questions? Email info@buffalogaptx.com.
Community Conversation: Natural Resources
Join neighbors and local leaders for a community gathering focused on preserving our regional natural resources and supporting local conservation programs.
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Pillage the Village: Haunted Village
Step into our haunted frontier village after dark. Live performers, spooky frontier lore and a few scares await along a guided walking route through the historic buildings and the dark between them. Recommended for ages 12 and up. The route is outdoors over uneven ground, so dress warm. The haunted village returns Saturday night.
Questions? Email info@buffalogaptx.com.
Scarecrow Festival & Heritage Trick-or-Treat
Local schoolchildren create imaginative scarecrows and compete for prizes, while the whole family enjoys arts and crafts, face painting, a food truck and a frontier-style trick-or-treat.
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Pillage the Village: Haunted Village, Night Two
Night two lands on Halloween, so expect a crowd. Recommended for ages 12 and up.
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Week Two: November 2 to 7
Moody Archives Program
Discover the rich history of the land rush in anticipation of the railroad in our region, in a presentation drawn directly from the Moody Archives collections.
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Frontier Education Day
A hands-on day of frontier learning for school groups. Classes rotate between the Buffalo Hunters’ Camp and the Historic Village. The public is welcome at the camp on Saturday. School groups can reserve a spot with Holly Woodard at education@taylorcountyhistorycenter.org.
The camp site is generously provided by the Buffalo Gap Improvement Corporation.
Wildflower Fling
A vibrant community celebration of trees and native Texas flora, with wildflowers planted throughout Buffalo Gap.
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Buffalo Hunters' Camp Reenactment
Step into the 1880s at a living-history encampment with about 20 re-enactors and authentic campsite living. The day also brings an antique tractor show, a small herd of longhorns, a farmers’ market and entertainment. The Historic Village across the street is open too, so plan to visit both.
The camp site is generously provided by the Buffalo Gap Improvement Corporation.
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Our Partners
Three Buffalo Gap charities, one celebration
Presented by
Buffalo Gap Chamber of Commerce
Friends of the Gap, Inc., DBA Buffalo Gap Chamber of Commerce, is dedicated to promoting stewardship, supporting a sustainable local economy, and preserving the heritage and quality of life.
In collaboration with
Buffalo Gap Historic Village
Taylor County History Center, DBA Buffalo Gap Historic Village, preserves and interprets the history of West Texas through its historic buildings, artifacts and village setting.
Made possible with
Buffalo Gap Improvement Corporation
BGIC supports the historical, educational, recreational and community development interests of Buffalo Gap, and generously provides the land for the Buffalo Hunters’ Camp.
Our Sponsors
With gratitude to those who make Heritage Days possible
Heritage Days is made possible by the generosity of these businesses, families and organizations. Thank you for investing in the heritage of Buffalo Gap.
Foundation Donors
Legacy Sponsors
Heritage Champion: Title Sponsor
Heritage Partners
Interested in sponsoring? Contact Taylor Miles at taylor@buffalogaptx.com or 325.280.3031.
Email TaylorThe Buffalo Gap Chamber of Commerce is a dba of Friends of the Gap, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Your sponsorship is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law; please consult your tax professional for details.