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So glad you’ve decided to come discover our city. What was it that
sold you? Was it the easy access from DFW? The incredible shopping?
A can’t-miss event at Allen Event Center? The beautiful parks and
scenic trails? Or was it the undeniable allure of the city itself? No matter
what brought you here, you’re going to find even more reasons to
stay – maybe even for a weekend.
Of course, you’re never going to squeeze it all into one visit, and
you’re not always going to be visiting with the same people. So
whenever you’re ready to head this way, just look to this handy guide.
Whether you’re enjoying a girls’ day out or guys’ night out, escaping
with the family or escaping from the family, it’ll steer you in all sorts of
exciting directions.
P.S. Check out our handy centerfold map and some
activity suggestions just for you on page 18.
Contents PageEvents 3Shopping 4Activities 5Sports 6Outdoors 7Dining
8-9Locator Map 10-11Accommodations 12Meeting Venues 13The Arts 14History 15Indulgences 16 Only in Allen 17 Just for You 18-19
EVENTS
Star performers, rodeos, huge conventions – better start marking up that calendar.CONCERTS AND SHOWS
Allen Event Center200 E. Stacy Road, Ste. 1350 972.678.4646 • AllenEventCenter.com
From Disney On Ice to concerts, be sure to find out what’s coming next to the arena. Performances have included Reba McEntire, Chicago, Lil’ Wayne, The Wiggles, Jeremy Camp, Josh Turner, Eddie Money and Jack Ingram.
The Tom Thumb Texas Stampede Allen Event Center • TexasStampede.org
As one of the top five rodeos in Texas, The Tom Thumb Texas Stampede is a PRCA sanctioned rodeo event, held each November, which includes Saddle Bronc Riding, Bareback Riding, Team Roping, Steer Wrestling, Tie-Down Roping, Bull Riding and Barrel Racing. This three-performance rodeo also includes concerts, a Christmas Marketplace, an outdoor festival and Rodeo U, an interactive kids' area.
Summer SoundsJoe Farmer Recreation Center Amphitheater 1201 E. Bethany Drive AllenParks.org
Allen’s annual free concert series runs every Monday at 7 p.m. from mid-May through the end of June. Concerts range from classic rock to symphony and top hits to local favorites.
TRADE SHOWS & CONVENTIONS
Allen Event CenterAllenEventCenter.com
Annual shows include the popular Collin County Home and Garden Show, the North Texas Gun and Knife Show and The Peddler Show.
SEASONAL EVENTS
Market Street Allen USA Celebration Celebration Park 701 Angel Parkway AllenUSA.org
This is one of the largest and most spectacular Independence Day events in North Texas. Held the last Saturday in June, free admission includes top-notch concert entertainment on two stages and a heart-pounding fireworks show. The Kid Zone is full of activities, and the food court offers some of the best fair food around.
Holiday EventsvisitAllenTexas.com
December in Allen is filled with heartwarming holiday traditions like the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony in Civic Plaza, Allen Civic Ballet’s Tea with the Sugar Plum Fairy and The Nutcracker performances, and the 5K Rudolph Run. Visit our online calendar for a complete listing of events.
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Between major shopping centers and 100 outlet stores, your credit card could be in for quite the swiping.Allen Premium Outlets820 W. Stacy Road 972.678.7000 • PremiumOutlets.com/Allen
100 outlet stores. Find impressive savings at Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, BCBG Max Azria, Brooks Brothers, Calvin Klein, Coach, Cole Haan, Gap Outlet, Guess, J.Crew, Kenneth Cole, Max Studio, Michael Kors, Last Call by Neiman Marcus, Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren and more. Groups of 15 or more can book a tour online to receive free VIP coupon books.
Watters Creek at Montgomery FarmN. Central Expressway and Bethany Drive
972.747.8000 WattersCreek.com
Watters Creek at Montgomery Farm is a unique, resort- style, mixed-use development, with a large, creekside village green, inter- active public art, a variety of retail shops, restaurants featuring al fresco dining with water views, office space and residential lofts.
Cabela’s 1 Cabela Drive • 214.383.0502 • Cabelas.com/Allen
Cabela’s expansive store features a two-story Conservation Mountain, a 13,170-gallon aquarium, five raised wildlife dioramas, Express Café, world-class Gun Library and hundreds of wild game trophies displayed in Cabela’s trademark, bring-the-outdoors-indoors showroom.
The Village at Allen and The Village at FairviewN. Central Expressway and E. Stacy Road 972.678.4939 • VillageAtAllen.com
The Village at Allen and The Village at Fairview are together the newest and biggest shopping, dining and entertainment destination in North Texas. You’ll find everything from big box retailers to unique, one-of-a-kind specialty stores. At the center of The Village at Allen is The Grove, which features
a lush park, a Texas-shaped hedge maze, children's playhouses and an outdoor fireplace with comfortable seating.
SHOPPING
Make your plans at visitAllenTexas.com
If you’re visiting us from another country, don’t worry about overspending. From Allen Premium Outlets to Watters Creek at Montgomery Farm to The Village at Allen, there are over 40 tax-free stores for you to browse, shop and save in. Visit TaxFreeTexas.com for more information.
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So many fun things to do, you’ll want to call us “Funtown.” But we prefer Allen.
TopGolf1500 Andrews Parkway 469.675.9730 • TopGolf.com/allen
At this modern driving range, golf balls are embedded with computer chips, and players earn points by aiming for various targets. With multiple games, great food, drinks and flat screens, it’s the place for golfers of all handicaps.
Hydrous Wake ParkAllen Station Park 580 N. Cedar Drive 214.755.9905 HydrousWakeParks.com
With a full, state-of-the- art cable system, two beginner systems, a pro shop and shaded beach areas, Hydrous is the best cable wakeboard park to get your shred on. Hydrous features UNIT rails and kickers imported from Germany – the first pipe rail and only quarter pipe in the world.
Cosmic Jump1300 N. Central Expressway 214.383.1400 • CosmicJump.com
The trampolines at Cosmic Jump provide a fun jumping surface that gives the impression of a zero-gravity, zero-resistance environment. Home to Texas’ largest and longest free-style trampolines, the Super Cosmic Twin Trampolines, you’ll see why it’s called Cosmic Jump!
Splitsville351 Town Place (The Village at Fairview) 972.549.4263 • SplitsvilleLanes.com
Who knew turkeys and sushi went well together? Here, the bowling alley gets a contemporary makeover, complete with a full-scale restaurant and lively bar. Adults, 21+ after 9 p.m.
Don Rodenbaugh Natatorium110 E. Rivercrest Boulevard 214.509.4770 • AllenParks.org
The Natatorium has splashy indoor entertainment with over 13,000 sq. ft. of aquatic fun, including a flume slide and lazy river. Enjoy year-round family fun for swimming, birthday parties, fitness classes, rock climbing and more.
Community Ice Rink at Allen Event Center200 E. Stacy Road, Ste. 1350 972.912.1097 • AllenParks.org
The Community Ice Rink is a full-size ice surface at Allen Event Center that offers various programs and open skate times. It is available for rentals and has a spectator seating capacity of 300+.
iPic Theaters321 Town Place (The Village at Fairview) 972.549.4200 • iPicTheaters.com
From chef-prepared food to martini shakers and buckets of beer, iPic elevates the movie-watching experience. Come early and shoot some pool before you take in a flick in a leather recliner.
Cinemark Allen 16921 State Highway 121 214.383.9712 • Cinemark.com/Theatre-370
Huge screens. Stadium seating. This 16-screen multiplex marks a new golden age for the silver screen.
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From hat tricks to hail marys to holes-in-one, we’ve got all the big plays covered.Allen Americans HockeyAllen Event Center 972.912.1000 AllenAmericans.com
The Americans, the Dallas Stars’ Central Hockey League affiliate, play hard and deliver championship action on ice at home at Allen Event Center. Tickets start as low as $10 per game, and parking is free.
Allen Wranglers FootballAllen Event Center 972.912.3131 AllenWranglers.com
Become a fan of the nonstop action of the Professional Indoor Football League. Join Hoss, the team mascot, and the cheerleaders to root the Wranglers to victory on their home field at Allen Event Center.
Dallas Sidekicks SoccerAllen Event Center 214.550.6130 DallasSidekicks.net
Come cheer on the Dallas Sidekicks, members of the Professional Arena Soccer League and the newest sports team to call Allen Event Center home. The Sidekicks will play eight home games during their inaugural season which will begin in November 2012 and run through February 2013.
D-BAT505 Century Parkway, Ste. 150 214.383.4489 • DBAT.net/home/allen-home
Enjoy some air-conditioned practice time at this 26,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art baseball and softball training facility.
AWARD-WINNING GOLF COURSES
Chase Oaks Golf Club 7201 Chase Oaks Boulevard 214.509.GOLF (4653) • ChaseOaks.com
Already one of the finest public courses in the U.S., Chase Oaks Golf Club is undergoing a yearlong renovation of its 27 holes of championship golf and practice facilities that began late fall 2011. Portions of the course and club will still be available during the renovations; call for details. The indoor pavilion is ideal for group reservations and corporate engagements.
The Golf Club at Twin Creeks 501 Twin Creeks Drive 972.390.8888 TwinCreeksGolf.com
The Golf Club at Twin Creeks offers an award-winning golf course that winds its way around two natural, free-flowing, tree-lined creeks. Known for its peaceful setting and as one of the most naturally preserved golf courses in Texas, Twin Creeks has become a local favorite.
Go to visitAllenTexas.com for complete information on Allen’s many sports facilities.
SPORTS
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When we tell you to take a hike, we mean it in a good way. PARKS & TRAILSAllenParks.org
Allen has more than 40 community and neighborhood parks, five public greenbelt access areas and more than 40 miles of hike and bike trails, with nearly half running alongside beautiful creeks. Go online to view a list and printable map of all parks and trails.
The EdgeAllen Station Park 201 E. St. Mary Drive 214.509.4760 • AllenParks.org
The Edge is an extreme sports park featuring a concrete skate park, two roller-hockey rinks, BMX track and visitor center. The skate park is the largest outdoor facility of its kind in Texas, and best of all, use of the park is free.
kidMania Playground and Spray Ground at Celebration Park701 Angel Parkway 214.509.4700 • AllenParks.org/celebrationpark
Celebration Park is specially designed for family fun with pavilions, picnic tables, sports fields and a hike and bike trail. Every day, except Wednesdays, between May 1 and October 31, water jets at the spray gound provide water fun for children ages 2 to 12. Covering more than one acre, kidMania is the largest handicap-accessible playground in Texas.
Bethany Lakes Park and Pavilion 745 S. Allen Heights Drive AllenParks.org
One of Allen’s favorite community parks with four ponds, a fishing pier, picnic tables, playgrounds, clubhouse and covered pavilion, Bethany Lakes Park also offers a nine-hole, disc golf course. Bethany Lakes connects with the Mustang Creek Trail for hiking and biking fun.
The Trail at the WoodsIntersection of Alma and Rollins Drives AllenParks.org
Tucked away in far west Allen is a beautiful 68-acre park filled with hike and bike trails, open space and educational markers on the area’s ecosystem.
Connemara ConservancyIntersection of Alma and Bethany Drives ConnemaraConservancy.org
Allen is the proud home of the Connemara Conservancy, a nonprofit land trust dedicated to preserving and protecting open space and the natural beauty in North Texas. The Conservancy involves the community in many nature walks and programs throughout the year.
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OUTDOORS
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Burgers & Bottles(Inside TopGolf) 1500 Andrews Parkway† 469.675.9730 • TopGolf.com
In-N-Out Burger190 E. Stacy Road, Ste. 700† 800.786.1000 • In-N-Out.com
JC’s Burger House335 S. Central Expressway 214.495.9090 JCsBurgerHouse.com
Mooyah Burgers190 E. Stacy Road, Ste. 1714† 972.678.2940 • Mooyah.com
Scotty P’s Hamburgers109 N. Central Expressway, Ste. 501 214.547.9010 ScottyPs.com
Village Burger Bar957 Garden Park Drive* 469.854.6616 VillageBurgerBar.com
Bar-B-Cutie208 N. Greenville Avenue 214.383.7555 • Bar-B-Cutie.com
Big Ray’s Bar-B-Que400 E. Main Street 972.649.6242 BigRaysBarbeque.com
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit405 S. Central Expressway 214.495.8877 Dickeys.com
Rudy’s Country Store & Bar-B-Q1790 N. Central Expressway† 214.383.5353 Rudys.com
Grand Asian Buffet210 S. Central Expressway, Ste. 89 469.854.8588
Hibachi Rock201 E. Bethany Drive, Ste. 1 972.396.7600 HibachiRock.com
Ma Bo801 S. Greenville Avenue, Ste. 116 972.727.8228
Pei Wei Asian Diner1008 W. McDermott Drive, Ste. 100 469.675.2266 • PeiWei.com
P.F. Chang’s China Bistro915 W. Bethany Drive* 972.390.1040 PFChangs.com
Royal Chopstix740 S. Greenville Avenue Ste. 600 214.383.2800 RoyalChopstix.net
Silver Thai Cuisine906 W. McDermott Drive Ste. 104 972.747.7452 SilverThaiAllen.com
Thai Box190 E. Stacy Road, Ste. 1410† 972.678.4269 ThaiBoxUSA.com
Thai Café201 E. Bethany Drive 214.383.3366 • ThaiCafeDFW.com
Thai Pan Restaurant1223 W. McDermott Drive, Ste. 75 972.747.0057 • ThaiPanAllen.com
The Blue Fish940 Garden Park Drive* 972.908.3433 TheBlueFishSushi.com
Zen Chow204 N. Greenville Avenue, Ste. 205 214.383.2027 ZenChowAsianDiner.com
Allen Café302 E. Main Street 972.747.0151 • Allen-Cafe.com
BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse190 E. Stacy Road, Ste. 3300† 972.678.4050 BJsBrewhouse.com
Chaucer’s 190 E. Stacy Road, Ste. 1734† 972.678.3099 ChaucersRestaurant.com
Cheddar’s190 E. Stacy Road, Ste. 900† 972.678.2914 • Cheddars.com
Chili’s Grill & Bar903 W. McDermott Drive 972.727.1004 • Chilis.com
Cotton Patch Café190 E. Stacy Road, Ste. 1108† 972.678.4105 • CottonPatch.com
Cowboy Chicken190 E. Stacy Road, Ste. 1300† 972.678.3020 CowboyChicken.com
Dodie’s Place Cajun Bar & Grill190 E. Stacy Road, Ste. 1320† 972.678.4550 • DodiesAllen.com
IHOP315 N. Central Expressway 214.383.3434 • IHOP.com
Logan’s Roadhouse190 E. Stacy Road, Ste. 3200† 972.912.1111 LogansRoadhouse.com
Mimi’s Café810 W. McDermott Drive 214.547.1440 • MimisCafe.com
Panera Bread951 W. Bethany Drive* 214.383.0674 PaneraBread.com
Paradise Bakery & Café190 E. Stacy Road, Ste. 500† 972.912.3200 ParadiseBakery.com
Pluckers Wing Bar190 E. Stacy Rd., Ste. 1800† 972.678.9464 Pluckers.com
Sauced Wings and More610 W. Bethany Drive 214.383.1153 SaucedWings.com
The Cheesecake Factory 972.908.3900 TheCheesecakeFactory.com
The House Café602 E. Main Street, Ste. A 214.383.7677
The Londoner Pub & Grill932 Garden Park Drive* 214.383.2500 LondonerAllen.com
Two Rows Classic Grill711 S. Central Expressway 972.396.8670 TwoRows.com
= Only in Allen
820 N. Central Expressway, Bldg. L*
DINING
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Bonnie Ruth’s Café916 Garden Park Drive, Bldg. A* 214.383.6777 BonnieRuthsAllen.com
Braza Dancante190 E. Stacy Road, Ste. 1000† 972.678.4778 BrazaDancante.com
Crú – A Wine Bar842 Market Street, Ste. 100* 972.908.2532 • CruAWineBar.com
Hedary’s Mediterranean103 W. Belmont Drive 214.383.9588 • Hedarys.com
Savour Tasting Room and Social Club968 Village Green Drive, Bldg. F* 214.383.7979 • SavourTasting.com
5th Street Pizza, Inc.111 N. Central Expressway, Ste. 102 972.396.5557 • 5thStreetPizza.net
Brio Tuscan Grille810 S. Central Expressway* 214.383.5556 • BrioItalian.com
Brooklyn’s Pizzeria1314 W. McDermott Drive 972.359.1144 • Brooklyns.com
Ci Ci’s Pizza204 N. Greenville Avenue, Ste. 120 972.727.2424 • CiCisPizza.com
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria836 Market Street, Ste. C200* 214.383.9703 GrimaldisPizzeria.com
Italian Villa121 N. Greenville Avenue, Ste. B 972.390.2189 ItalianVillaAllen.com
Joe’s Italian Bistro717 S. Greenville Avenue, Ste. 134 214.383.2662 JoesItalianBistro.com
Olive Garden190 E. Stacy Road, Bldg. 3100† 972.678.2515 • OliveGarden.com
Pane Vino190 E. Stacy Road, Ste. 1404† 972.678.3018 PaneVinoAllen.com
Spazo1201 W. McDermott Drive, Ste. 100 214.383.3356 SpazoRestaurantBar.com
Bliss Cupcake & Confections190 E. Stacy Road, Ste. 1414† 972.912.3155 BlissCupcakesDFW.com
Cold Stone Creamery190 E. Stacy Road, Ste. 1424† 972.678.2852 ColdStoneCreamery.com
Nestle Toll House Café982 Vilage Green Drive, Bldg. F* 214.383.5006 • NestleCafe.com
Paciugo936 Garden Park Drive* 972.359.8586 • Paciugo.com
Rita’s Italian Ice816 W. McDermott Drive, Ste. 316 214.383.2785 • RitasIce.com
Smoothie King190 E. Stacy Road, Ste. 1406† 214.383.0045 • SmoothieKing.com
Sublime Chocolate Bar908 Market Street, Bldg. P* 214.383.6776 SublimeChocolate.com
Yogolution977 Sam Rayburn Tollway, Ste. 195 214.383.0072 • Yogolution.com
Yogurtville1108 N. Greenville Avenue, Ste. 135 469.342.6800 YogurtvilleOfAllen.com
Yumilicious190 E. Stacy Road, Ste. 1336† 972.678.4110 • Yumi-licious.com
El Grande Burrito801 S. Greenville Avenue 214.383.4789
Jalapeño’s Mexican Grill II121 N. Greenville Avenue, Ste. N 214.383.0215 JalapenosMenu.com
La Finca Chiquita107 N. Butler Drive 972.908.3555 • MyChiquita.com
Los Charros Tex-Mex824 W. Stacy Road, Ste. 800 972.912.3014
Matt’s Rancho Martinez305 N. Central Expressway 214.383.8033 MattsTexMex.com
Mexi-Go533 W. McDermott Drive 972.359.0607 • MexiGo.com
Mi Cocina815 Market Street* 214.667.2100 • MCrowd.com
On the Border213 N. Central Expressway 469.795.7500 OnTheBorder.com
Papa Lopez Mexican Cantina969 Sam Rayburn Tollway, Ste. 120 214.383.2150 PapaLopezRestaurant.com
Torchy’s Tacos1008 W. McDermott Drive, Ste. 600 214.383.8226 • torchystacos.com
Uncle Julio’s190 E. Stacy Road† 972.678.1001 • UncleJulios.com
Chipotle103 N. Central Expressway 972.747.1731 • Chipotle.com
Elke’s Market Café105 N. Greenville Avenue, Ste. 11 214.495.0200 ElkesMarketCafe.com
Fred’s Downtown Philly740 S. Greenville Avenue 972.359.0958 PhillyCheesesteaks.net
Freebirds World Burrito190 E. Stacy Road, Ste. 1400† 972.678.4040 Freebirds.com
Jason’s Deli906 W. McDermott Drive, Ste. 100 972.727.3440 JasonsDeli.com
Quiznos Subs824 W. Stacy Road, Ste. 100 972.678.0506 • Quiznos.com
541 W. McDermott Drive 972.359.7849 • Quiznos.com
Raising Cane’s190 E. Stacy Road, Ste. 800† 214.383.7501 RaisingCanes.com
Schlotzsky’s502 W. McDermott Drive 972.396.7278 • Schlotzskys.com
Subway977 Sam Rayburn Tollway, Ste. 180 214.383.9501 • Subway.com
204 N. Greenville Avenue, Ste. 210 972.727.1949 • Subway.com
204 S. Central Expressway, Ste. 11 972.727.7227 • Subway.com
Which Wich Superior Sandwiches190 E. Stacy Road, Ste. 1416† 972.678.2774 WhichWich.com
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Watters Creek at Montgomery Farm
to Chase Oaks Golf Club
Connemara Conservancy
The Trail at The Woods
The Golf Club atTwin Creeks
Hilton Garden
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Holiday Inn Express
Homewood Suites by
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The Golf Club at Twin Creeks
Don Rodenbaugh Natatorium
Celebration Park
kidMania Playground and Spray Ground
Bethany Lakes Park
Joe Farmer Recreation Center
D-BATBaseball and
Softball Academy
Allen Heritage Village
Allen Eagle Stadium
Allen Heritage Center
Allen Civic Auditorium
The Edge
Cabela’s
TopGolf
iPic Theaters
Splitsville
The Village at Allen
Allen Premium Outlets
Allen Event Center
The Village at Fairview
Hydrous Wake Park
Allen Station Park
Don Rodenbaugh Natatorium
Cosmic Jump
Pyramids Hotel
La Quinta Inn & Suites
Courtyard by Marriott
Hampton Inn & Suites
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The Village at Allen
Bethany Lakes Park
ACCOMMODATIONS
Good thing there’s plenty of places to stay. You’re going to need your rest.
Courtyard by Marriott Dallas/Allen at the John Q. Hammons CenterThe Village at Allen 210 E. Stacy Road 214.383.1151 Courtyard.com/DALAN
Located near Allen Event Center. 228 guest rooms and suites and
over 15,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting space.
Hampton Inn & Suites Dallas/Allen830 W. Stacy Road 214.495.7667 AllenSuites.HamptonInn.com
On the grounds of Allen Premium Outlets. Over 100 guest rooms and 572 sq. ft. of adjustable meeting space.
Hilton Garden Inn Dallas/Allen and Conference Center705 Central Expwy. S. 214.547.1700 DallasAllen.HGI.com
Across from Watters Creek at Montgomery Farm. 150 guest rooms and 12,000 sq. ft. of meeting space.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites205 Central Expwy. N. 972.727.2000 HIAllen.com
Centrally located. 87 guest rooms and 900 sq. ft. of meeting space.
Homewood Suites by Hilton Dallas/Allen455 Central Expwy. N. 214.383.6673 HomewoodSuites1.Hilton.com
Centrally located. 114 extended-stay suites and 750 sq. ft. of flexible event space.
LaQuinta Inn & Suites Allen1220 Central Expwy. N. 214.667.6772 LQ.com
Located near The Village at Allen. 90 guest rooms and suites and a 650+ sq. ft. meeting room.
Pyramids Hotel407 Central Expwy. S. 972.396.9494 PyramidsHotel.com
Located within Millennium Corporate Park. 59 guest rooms and 500 sq. ft. of meeting space.
Allen Convention and Visitors Bureau
888.375.9655 • [email protected]
Allen Convention and Visitors Bureau is available to coordinate your event or organization’s stay at any one or more of our exceptional local hotels. Group services include site inspections, FAM tours, complimentary welcome packets, meet-and-greet events and gift bags. We are also happy to answer questions about all Allen’s experiences to make your stay even more enjoyable.
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Large-scale settings? Check. Low-key locales? Check. Everything in between? Check, check and check.
Civic AuditoriumAllen Public Library 300 N. Allen Drive 214.509.4900 AllenLibrary.org
Seats nearly 300 and features a 42’ x 25’ proscenium stage complete with dressing rooms, theatrical lighting and sound systems, professional audio/visual equipment and removable orchestra shell.
Allen Event Center200 E. Stacy Road, Ste. 1350 972.678.4646 • AllenEventCenter.com
The state-of-the-art Allen Event Center is a multipurpose facility and arena that hosts star performers, professional sporting events, ice events, trade shows and large conventions. The facility is home to Allen Americans (Central Hockey League), Allen Wranglers (Professional Indoor Football League), Dallas Sidekicks (Professional Arena Soccer League) and The Tom Thumb Texas Stampede invitational pro rodeo, a PRCA sanctioned rodeo.
Accommodates 8,100 center stage, 6,558 end stage or 6,125 for hockey games.
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For more information on meeting facilities in Allen, please contact us at 888.375.9655.
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Hampton Inn & Suites 572 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Hilton Garden Inn 12,000 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Holiday Inn Express 900 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Homewood Suites 750 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
LaQuinta Inn & Suites 650+ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Pyramids Hotel 500 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
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THE ARTS
Rousing symphonies. Elegant ballet. Stirring artwork. bviously, we’re more than just a pretty place.
Allen Philharmonic Orchestra and Symphony Chorus972.359.0656 • AllenPhilharmonic.org
One of the best kept musical secrets in this area, the Allen Philharmonic Orchestra and Symphony Chorus offer a season full of concerts featuring famous guest artists, holiday traditions and cultural connections.
Civic Auditorium300 N. Allen Drive 214.509.4900 • AllenLibrary.org
Allen’s Civic Auditorium is the site for numerous special events including performances by the internationally recognized Dallas Black Dance Theatre, pioneers in country music – The Light Crust Doughboys, and famed authors such as Kathleen Kent, Dr. Cordell Adams and more.
Allen Civic Ballet602 E. Main Street, Ste. E 972.727.5959 • AllenCivicBallet.org
Dedicated to providing affordable and enjoyable dance performances for audiences of all ages, the Allen Civic Ballet company performs The Nutcracker in December and participates in the annual Allen Dance Festival each spring. You won’t want to miss these talented performers at other local events like Dallas’s Dance for the Planet and the Plano Dance Festival.
PUBLIC ART
Allen is proud to feature works by notable artists.
Allen City HallIconic oil on canvas, The Stone Dam, by Amanda Dunbar and Blackland Prairie Song, a sculpture by Andrea Myklebust and Stanton Sears.
Allen Civic PlazaLimestone water displays created by Brad Goldberg, surrounded by native Texas landscaping.
Allen Public Library Traveling art exhibits and Oceano, a 3,500-pound bronze sculpture by Roger Stoller.
Fire Station #5Christopher Fennell’s installation, Rail Ladder Fire, combines reclaimed ladders and rail track to create a large fireball.
The courtyard area at the Homewood SuitesLarge, weathered sculpture entitled Corten Steel, by Doug Van Morrisson.
The Village at Allen and The Village at Fairview The communities of Allen and Fairview are connected by Jazz Medley – From Nevelson to Village Logo, five freestanding monoliths by Dallas-based artist, Rich Morgan.
Watters Creek at Montgomery FarmSculptures of ducks, yearlings and a large steer are placed throughout the development.
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ur namesake is Ebenezer Allen. Which is probably the second Ebenezer you’ve ever heard of.
THE HISTORY OF ALLEN
Allen’s history dates back to before the 1800s when the region was inhabited by Caddo and Comanche Indian tribes who eventually migrated west as European immigrants began arriving in the 1840s.
The original township of Allen was established by the Houston and Texas Central Railroad in 1872 and named for Ebenezer Allen, a state politician and railroad promoter. Railroads have played an integral part in Allen’s history; in fact, the first train robbery in Texas took place in Allen on February 22, 1878, when Sam Bass and his associates pillaged the train.
Allen is also home to what is thought to be the last remaining stone dam in the U.S., which was once used as a water station for the H&TC railway. The Texas Historical Commission recognizes the remaining site – which includes the dam and pump house and water tower foundations – as a State Archaeological Landmark.
Allen Heritage Center100 E. Main Street AllenHeritage.org
See a replica of the original Allen Train Depot of the Houston and Texas Central Railway Company, the museum’s collection of historical Allen, videos on the history of Allen and more. Open the second and fourth weekends of each month. Admission is free.
Historic Driving TourAllenHeritage.org
The Allen Heritage Guild has organized a driving tour of the city with 15 historical stops around Allen, to include many of the historic homes and locations that have shaped Allen. Find the map online.
Allen Stone DamAllen Station Park 1120 N. Cedar Drive
Allen’s 1874 stone dam and railroad water station is designated by the Texas Historical Commission as a State Archaeological Landmark and thought to be the only railroad water reservoir dam left in the United States. Access the dam from the trail system at Allen Station Park.
Heritage Village450 E. St. Mary Drive • AllenHeritage.org
Allen Heritage Village is a re-creation of the Allen of the 1920s and ’30s. This collection of structures includes the original St. Mary Church and the Allen Christian Church – both beautifully renovated and available to rent for weddings and special events.
Allen Veterans Memorial 1201 E. Bethany Drive AllenVeteransMemorial.org
The Allen Veterans Memorial honors all branches of military service with five 18-foot granite monoliths surrounding a 65-foot American flagpole. Reflect and honor those who served to protect America in this beautiful, relaxing park setting.
HISTORY
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INDULGENCES
= Only in Allen
16 *Watters Creek at Montgomery Farm †The Village at Allen ‡Allen Premium Outlets
Massages, facials, wine tastings and fine cigars? Yep. That’ll work. You’ll find many opportunities to treat yourself while you’re in Allen. From fine cigars and wine tastings to spa days and fine chocolates, you’ll find the perfect opportunity to indulge a little.
SPAS
Foot Joy600 E. Main Street, Ste. C 214.383.2818 • FootJoyTX.com
ImageNations Salons190 E. Stacy Road† 972.678.2677 • ImageNationSalons.com
In Touch Therapy & Day Spa402 W. McDermott Drive 972.396.5519
Massage W.O.W.210 S. Central Expressway, Ste. 95 214.619.5000 • MassageWow.com
Mattison Avenue Salon Suites & Spas 905 Market Street*
214.453.4155 MattisonSalonSuites.com
Salon at Eaton Court202 S. Austin Drive 972.727.2333 SalonAtEatonCourt.net
Spa on Greenville1504 N. Greenville Avenue Ste.120 214.383.9654
Tangerine Salon & Aveda Experience Center962 Village Green Drive* 972.393.9200 • TangerineSalon.net
The Boardroom Salon for Men976 Village Green Drive* 972.649.6945 TheBoardroomSalon.com
Zenity Spa1201 W. McDermott Drive, Ste. 111 972.359.8191 • ZenitySpa.com
FOOD & DRINK
Crú – A Wine Bar842 Market Street* 972.908.2532 CruAWineBar.com
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory820 W. Stacy Road, Ste. 252‡ 972.678.1480 • RMCF.com
Sublime Chocolate Bar908 Market Street, Bldg. P* 214.383.6776 • SublimeChocolate.com
To-Lo’s 190 E. Stacy Road, Ste. 405† 972.678.4014 • ToLosBeerAndWine.com
CIGARS
Fine Cigars981 Garden Park Drive, Ste. 100* 214.383.6606 • FineCigarsTx.com
Havana Jim190 E. Stacy Road, Ste. 406† 713.444.8627 • HavanaJim.com
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ONLY IN ALLEN
From boutiques to antiques, we have plenty of shops that no one else has.It’s easy to see why Allen is a shopper’s dream come true! In addition to some of the hottest name-brand chains at three major shopping centers, Allen offers a variety of one-of-a-kind shops that you won’t find anywhere else. So while you’re out searching for a new outfit or the perfect gift, go ahead and stop in one of these stores that you can find only in Allen. You never know what treasures await.
Adorn Body & Home816 W. McDermott Drive, Ste. 324 214.547.1337 AdornBodyandHome.com
Allen Jewelers535 W. McDermott Drive 972.359.7477
Allen Village Jewelers190 E. Stacy Road, Ste. 206† 972.678.4521 AllenVillageJewelers.com
Amabel Designs966 Village Green Drive* 214.383.2600 AmabelDesigns.com
Antique Mall of Allen113 N. Greenville Ave. 214.383.9304 AntiqueMallofAllen.com
Le Villa Estate Furnishings and Antique Gallery 888 Market Street* 972.908.2228 • LeVillaHome.com
NY6Design Beads & Supplies1023 S. Greenville Ave. #108 214.509.6700 • NY6Design.com
Panacea945 Garden Park Drive* 469.342.6633 • PanaceaShop.com
Pure Luxe Bridal1506 N. Greenville Avenue, Ste. 220 972.678.4531 • PureLuxeBridal.com
Texas Bead’em610 E. Main Street, Ste. 412 469.323.6349 • TexasBeadEm.com
Weekend Couples’ Escape
• Relax with a soothing couples massage at the Salon at Eaton Court in a charming Victorian-style cottage in downtown Allen
• Catch an entertaining concert, performance or The Tom Thumb Texas Stampede Championship Rodeo at Allen Event Center
• Bring your clubs and take on the beautiful 18-hole championship golf course at Twin Creeks
• Explore international cuisine at Hibachi Rock Live Grill & Sushi Bar or Silver Thai Cuisine
Girls’ Night Out
• Pamper your toes pink with an exclusive copper
bowl pedicure at Zenity Spa
• Satisfy your sweet tooth with gourmet chocolates
from Sublime Chocolate Bar
• Dine al fresco at Watters Creek at Montgomery
Farm and catch a free Concert by the Creek
• Check out unique boutiques like Amabel Designs,
Adorn Body & Home or Le Villa
• Catch a chick-flick in the plush
leather seating at iPic Theaters
• Top off the evening with a toast to
friends at Crú – A Wine Bar
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Sports Buff
• Pick your skill level and compete for points at
Allen’s entertainment hot spot, TopGolf
• Catch the excitement at an Allen Americans
or Allen Wranglers game
• Kick back at The Londoner – shoot darts or
play pool with your mates while you
watch your favorite soccer team on
one of the pub’s many TVs
• Feed your sports passion at Cabela’s
new 100,000 sq. ft. store
• Drop a line at Bethany Lakes and test
some new lures
JUST FOR YOU
Music Lovers
• Enjoy a picnic dinner and live music as you take in a free Summer Sounds Concert in the grass at the Joe Farmer Recreation Center Amphitheater
• Sing along with your favorite musicians (think B.B. King, Chicago or Dierks Bentley) at Allen Event Center
• Tap your feet at the Allen Dance Festival, showcasing local dance groups in a variety of styles each spring
• Soothe your senses during Allen’s Philharmonic Orchestra and Symphony Chorus concert season
• Check out a free concert at The Grove at The Village at Allen or by the creek at Watters Creek at Montgomery Farm
Kids’ Stuff
• Be “amazed” by the fun, Texas-shaped
hedgerow labyrinth at The Grove at
The Village at Allen
• Celebrate your birthday on skates at the
Allen Community Ice Rink
• Splash away the summer heat at the spray
ground at Celebration Park
• Float down the lazy river or slip down the
flume slide at Don Rodenbaugh Natatorium
• Beat your parents at the latest video games at
Chuck E. Cheese’s
• Pedal off all your energy on Allen’s 40 miles of
scenic bike trails
• Catch the latest Disney
performance at Allen
Event Center
The Teen Scene
• Get your grind on at the largest skate park in Texas – The Edge – or practice your
jumps at their BMX track – for free
• Get your shred on at Hydrous, the number one cable wakeboard park in the world
• Meet your friends at Cinemark, and catch a new release on one of their 16 screens
• Grab your favorite discs, and play a free round of disc golf at the nine-hole course
around Bethany Lakes
• Be the first to snag the latest fashions at Allen Premium Outlets
• Freeze your tongue with flavor at the hip Yogolution frozen yogurt dessert lounge
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