Things to Do in Lubbock This Weekend
The Dominion Apartments, located in Lubbock, TX, are surrounded by plenty of awesome things to do in the area. Spend a night out on the town enjoying the fine dining and exciting entertainment, or stay closer to home and enjoy the afternoon at one of the many shopping or eating options nearby. There are plenty of things to do in the area that will fill your weekends with endless fun and entertainment.
Take a look at 10 of our favorite places to visit below, and you'll be sure to have a great time!
TOP 5 PLACES TO GO IN LUBBOCK, TX
On Saturdays in the fall, AT&T Jones Stadium is the place to be as the fearsome Red Raiders football team takes to the gridiron. Join over 60,000 frenzied fans as the Raiders face off against Big 12 Conference opponents, including Lonestar State, rivals Texas and Baylor. Following a recent trip to the NCAA Final Four, the Red Raiders men’s basketball team is also a Lubbock fan favorite.
Joining the men’s basketball team in the 15,000-seat United Supermarkets Arena are the Lady Raiders basketball team and women’s volleyball team. The Arena also hosts concerts and other special events throughout the year. In addition to football and basketball, the Red Raiders also compete in baseball, softball, track & field, soccer, tennis, and more, with competitions held across campus throughout the year.
2508 6th St Lubbock, TX 79409
Located just a few miles east of Lubbock, Buffalo Springs Lake is a popular destination for swimming, boating, fishing, and a host of outdoor activities. Build a sandcastle, swim or just take in the rays at one of the Lake’s two beaches. Four boat ramps around the lake provide access for boating, wakeboarding, waterskiing, and jet skiing. Canoes, kayaks, rowboats and paddleboats can also be used in designated low-wake areas.
With campgrounds and RV hookups throughout the park, Buffalo Springs Lake is a great destination for a camping trip. The Lake is an angler’s paradise, with abundant bass, crappie, striper, carp, and catfish. Hiking, ATV, and 4-wheeling trails crisscross the park, providing great views of the lake and the surrounding bluffs. A small golf course surrounding the campgrounds is also available if you’re in the mood to hit the links!
9999 High Meadow Rd Lubbock, TX 79404
Located on the northwestern edge of Lubbock, the Stars & Stripes Drive-In Theater features three screens playing recent releases, classic movies, concerts, sporting events, and more! On-site, Rockin’ Eats offers a fun assortment of traditional movie theater fares like popcorn, nachos, candy, hot dogs, and ice-cold soda, while the 50s Café serves a selection of retro, diner-style meals./p>
Stars & Stripes recommends getting to the Drive-In one hour before showtime to soak in the experience and ensure you get a prime parking spot. Watch through your windshield, pop open a hatch, or set up lawn chairs in the bed of a pickup underneath the stars. A large playground makes great entertainment for kids before or after the show. Audio for the features is piped directly into your vehicle through an FM radio station.
5101 Clovis Highway
Lubbock, TX 79416
GolfSuites brings together food, fun, and entertainment to create the ultimate gamified golfing experience. The facility itself is a multi-story building where individuals and groups can test their skills on a 250+ yard driving range with replicated green sites and hazards. GolfSuites gives avid golfers the opportunity to fine tune their game, while first timers and beginners can dial in their swing or dive into the full menu of barroom classics like burgers, nachos, pizzas, and more. Located just a short drive from The Dominion Apartments, GolfSuites is your destination for a relaxed game of golf and good times.
The Cactus Theater on Buddy Holly Avenue in southeast Downtown Lubbock is an Art Deco-style venue that started life as a movie theater in 1938. As heavy competition in the movie theater business cropped up, the Cactus closed just 20 years later, re-opening as a movie theater and performance venue in 1993 following an extensive renovation. The 425-seat venue retains the original stage, balcony, and marquee, with updated seating, lighting, and sound equipment.
The Cactus has hosted a number of prominent plays and musicals such as Fiddler on the Roof, Oklahoma!, Hello Dolly!, Jesus Christ Superstar, and The Odd Couple. The Theater is also a popular venue for county & western artists, having hosted some of the biggest artists in the industry over the last 25+ years. Throughout the year, the Cactus is also home to a variety of community events like Nostalgia Nights, Gospel Night, and The Cactus Christmas Celebration.
TOP 5 AMAZING PLACES TO EAT IN LUBBOCK
LA DIOSA CELLAR
Restaurant, Wine Cellar
With their hip, eclectic digs in the Heart of Lubbock neighborhood, La Diosa Cellar is an excellent choice for a great night out. Featuring a vibrant assortment of sharable tapas, imported cheeses, and thoughtfully curated boutique wines from around the globe, La Diosa is a truly unique culinary experience. Replete with funky furnishings and avant-garde design from the mind of owner Sylvia McPherson, La Diosa makes a great place to unwind after a long day at the office!
901 17th St Lubbock, TX 79401
CAST IRON GRILL
Restaurant, Southern Comfort
Started In 2006 by Teresa Stephens, Cast Iron Grill has become one of Lubbock’s most cherished restaurants. The menu, which is centered around Southern comfort food, delivers fantastic breakfast, brunch, and lunch options. Fan favorites include the chicken fried steak & eggs, the cast iron burrito, and huevos rancheros. The highlights on the lunch menu include the cast iron Philly cheesesteak, the BLT, and the 12oz New York strip. Cast Iron Grill also bakes homemade pies that can be made-to-order with 24 hours’ notice. This local gem is a testament to Teresa’s vision, faith, and dedication to the Lubbock community.
620 19th St, Lubbock, TX 79401
HAYASHI
Restaurant, Japanese Steakhouse
Sandwiched between Clifford Andrews and Henry Huenke Parks in south Lubbock, Hayashi is Lubbock’s most popular sushi bar and Japanese hibachi grill. Offering sashimi, nigiri, a wide variety of unique, signature maki, fun Bento boxes, and smoking-hot hibachi-grilled steaks and seafood, Hayashi has something for everyone. Pair your meal with an ice-cold Japanese beer like Kirin Ichiban, Sapporo, or Tsing Tao, or try a cup of authentic Japanese hot sake!
4220 82nd St Lubbock, TX 79423
TRIPLE J CHOPHOUSE & BREW
Restaurant, Brewpub
Triple J Chophouse & Brew is Lubbock’s oldest brewpub, serving an impressive list of craft brews alongside cooked-to-perfection steaks, creative entrées, brick fired pizza, and more. The brewery produces a range of classic styles including the “Raider Red” American amber, the “White Gold” golden ale, the “Pepin the Short” double IPA, and the “Dos-Czechies” Vienna lager. The big hits on the food menu are the 16oz ribeye, the cedar planked salmon, and the classic loaded pepperoni pizza. Situated in the Historic Downtown Depot District, Triple J sits in the heart of the city and is a central meeting place for locals all across the city. Residents of The Dominion Apartments are just ten minutes away from this esteemed brewpub.
1807 Buddy Holly Ave, Lubbock, TX 79401
ABUELO'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT
Mexican, Tex-Mex
Known for its open-air, hacienda-style atmosphere, Abuelo’s Mexican Restaurant is Lubbock’s go-to for Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine. Their signature dishes include The Grande, a massive sample with enchiladas, a cheese chile relleno, tamale, crispy beef taco, and guacamole, the Fajita Trio with steak, chicken, and barbeque shrimp, and the Pescado Parrilla served with vegetables and cilantro lime rice. On top of this, the restaurant serves made-from-scratch salsas, chips, and tortillas. Abuelo’s Lubbock location has earned the “Best of the West” award for Best Mexican Restaurant ten years in a row.
4401 82nd St, Lubbock, TX 79424