CAN’T MISS WITH CHIP CHANDLER JUNE 10

CAN’T MISS WITH CHIP CHANDLER JUNE 10

Tuesday

June Swoon: The California-based indie rocker hits town for a show at Pondaseta Brewing Co. (6 p.m. 7500 SW 45th Ave.; 806-418-6282)

Andy Chase: The beloved Amarillo troubadour brings tunes every Tuesday to 575 Pizzeria. (6:30 p.m. 2803 Civic Circle; 806-322-5575)

Jim Laughlin June Jazz: The Amarillo College outdoor concert series continues with Esquire Jazz at 7 p.m. and Polk Street Jazz at 8 p.m. (AC Washington Street campus; free; 806-371-5340)

Rien Nash: The Amarillo country singer offers patio tunes at Hummers Sports Cafe. (7 p.m. 2600 Paramount Blvd., Suite B2; 806-353-0723)

Starlight Theater: The Amarillo Parks and Recreation outdoor concert series continues with Velvet Funk. (7 p.m. Sam Houston Park, Line Avenue and Western Street; free; 806-378-3036)

Hayden Labrier: The Amarillo singer slings tunes at Big Jim’s Pizza Co. (7 p.m. 3801 Olsen Blvd., Unit 9; 806-352-5050)

Amarillo Sod Poodles: The Soddies kick off a homestand against the San Antonio Missions. (7:05 p.m.; continues through Sunday; Hodgetown, 715 S. Buchanan St.; ticket prices vary; 806-803-9547)

“Texas”: The outdoor musical is back for its 59th season in the Palo Duro Canyon State Park Pioneer Amphitheatre. Enjoy a barbecue dinner or backstage tours before the show. (8 p.m.; continues nightly except Mondays through Aug. 9; tickets $25 to $65; 806-651-2181)

Wednesday

High Noon on the Square: Center City of Amarillo’s annual live concert series continues with Buster Bledsoe. This week, enjoy sausage wraps from the American Quarter Horse Association Cook Team. (noon; free, lunch $10; 501 S. Fillmore St.; 806-372-6744)

The Big Texan Soiree: Enjoy live music, drinks and more in this Route 66 Festival activity in the Big Texan Beer Garden. (5 p.m. 7701 E. I-40; 806-372-5000)

The Solano Project: The Amarillo rock band offers midweek fun every Wednesday at Smokey Joe’s. (6 p.m. 2903 SW Sixth Ave.; 806-331-6698)

Cameron James Smith: The Amarillo country singer offers an acoustic show at Teddy Jack’s. (6 p.m. 5080 S. Coulter St.; 806-322-0113)

Andy Chase: The Amarillo mainstay offers tunes every Wednesday at Public House. (6:30 p.m. 3333 S. Coulter St.; 806-398-7777)

Music at Wellington Square Courtyard: Robert Hinds & Friends are featured in this week’s edition of the outdoor concert series. (7 p.m. 1601 Kentucky St.; cover $15; 806-584-9571)

Susan Gibson & Friends: The beloved Amarillo native comes home for a show at Chalice Abbey with Yvonne Perea, Woody Key, Mike Fuller and Gary Thomason. (7 p.m. 2717 Stanley St., Suite A; $15 donation; 806-576-2480) 

Amarillo Sod Poodles: The Soddies continue a homestand against the San Antonio Missions. (7:05 p.m.; continues through Sunday; Hodgetown, 715 S. Buchanan St.; ticket prices vary; 806-803-9547)

“Texas”: The outdoor musical is back for its 59th season in the Palo Duro Canyon State Park Pioneer Amphitheatre. Enjoy a barbecue dinner or backstage tours before the show. (8 p.m.; continues nightly except Mondays through Aug. 9; tickets $25 to $65; 806-651-2181)

Thursday

“How to Train Your Dragon”: The beloved animated film gets a live-action remake. Also opening: romantic comedy “Materialists.” (Opens Thursday; Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive; and Cinergy, 9201 Cinergy Square)

Summer Splash: Panhandle PBS hosts a family-friendly afternoon at its studio, featuring a visit from the new PBS star character Carl the Collector. (2 to 4 p.m. 2408 S. Jackson St.; free; 806-371-5479)

Dan “The Piano Man” Hanson: The Amarillo musician tickles the ivories every Thursday at Public House. (5:30 p.m. 3333 S. Coulter St.; 806-398-7777)

Colton Amerson: The Amarillo country singer offers dinner music every Thursday at Valore. (6 p.m. 900 S. Tyler St.; 806-545-7372)

Mike Fuller: The Amarillo folk singer serves up tunes at Pescaraz. (6 p.m. 3415 S. Bell St., Unit K; 806-350-5430)

Music in the Gardens: Amarillo party band The Solano Project continues the season for the Amarillo Botanical Gardens’ annual summer concert series, with food from Gibby’s. (7 p.m. 1400 Streit Drive; admission $5 for members, $10 nonmembers; 806-352-6513)

Suzy Bogguss: The ’90s country star returns to Buffalo Grass Music Hall in Panhandle for a two-night stand. (7 p.m.; continues Friday; 123 Main St. in Panhandle; tickets $70 to $75; 806-236-2933) 

Tim Wiles: The Amarillo singer slings tunes at Big Jim’s Pizza Co. (7 p.m. 3801 Olsen Blvd., Unit 9; 806-352-5050)

Amarillo Sod Poodles: The Soddies continue a homestand against the San Antonio Missions. (7:05 p.m.; continues through Sunday; Hodgetown, 715 S. Buchanan St.; ticket prices vary; 806-803-9547)

June Jams: Canyon’s outdoor concert series continues with tunes from Amarillo party band Insufficient Funds. (7:30 p.m. Neblett Park, 508 16th St. in Canyon; free; 806-656-6833)

Bryan Robertson: The country singer brings the twang to Canyon’s West Texas Sports Grill. (8 p.m. 1512 Fifth Ave., Suite 204, in Canyon; 806-452-7135)

Chad Feemster: The Amarillo country singer kicks off the weekend on Smokey Joe’s patio. (8 p.m. 2903 SW Sixth Ave.; 806-331-6698)

“Texas”: The outdoor musical is back for its 59th season in the Palo Duro Canyon State Park Pioneer Amphitheatre. Enjoy a barbecue dinner or backstage tours before the show. (8 p.m.; continues nightly except Mondays through Aug. 9; tickets $25 to $65; 806-651-2181)

Friday

Picnic in the Park: Amarillo Police Department officers will break bread with community members at this free event in Thompson Park. (10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 2401 Dumas Drive; 806-378-3036)

Drink & Ink: Local artists  Jordan Rifenberg, James Glenn, Allie Lyles and Brent Miller will give fixed-rate flash tattoos at this special event at Pondaseta Brewing Co. (noon to 6 p.m. 7500 SW 45th Ave.; 806-418-6282)

Makenzie Cooper: The Amarillo singer returns to Pescaraz. (6 p.m. 3415 S. Bell St., Unit K; 806-350-5430)

Candlelight Concerts: String musicians will perform the music of Queen in a special concert. (6:30 p.m. Amarillo Little Theatre Allen Shankles MainStage, 2019 Civic Circle; tickets $33 to $41.50; 806-355-9991)

All-White Party: Social group Alpha Phi Alpha kicks off Juneteenth celebrations with this special dinner at Reed Beverage Co. (7 p.m. 3701 SE 25th Ave.; tickets $50 or $500 for tables; 812-841-3295 or 806-640-8184)

Andy Chase: The Amarillo favorite slings songs every Friday at Napoli’s Italian Restaurant. (7 p.m. 700 S. Taylor St.; 806-220-2258)

D&D Trivia Night: Tabletop Tavern Game Cafe will test your knowledge of Dungeons & Dragons in this evening event. (7 p.m. 410 15th Street in Canyon; tabletoptavern24@gmail.com

Night at PPHM with a Glow: Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum takes its annual event outside in a family-friendly party featuring face painting, games, glow-in-the-dark rocks and more. (7 p.m. 2503 Fourth Ave. in Canyon; $5 nonmembers, free for members; 806-651-2244)

Suzy Bogguss: The ’90s country star returns to Buffalo Grass Music Hall in Panhandle. (7 p.m. 123 Main St. in Panhandle; tickets $70 to $75; 806-236-2933) 

Amarillo Sod Poodles: The Soddies continue a homestand against the San Antonio Missions. (7:05 p.m.; continues through Sunday; Hodgetown, 715 S. Buchanan St.; ticket prices vary; 806-803-9547)

Big G & The Tradewinds: The Amarillo jazz combo offers a show at Shark Beach Burgers. (7:30 p.m. Friday; 1505 E. FM 1151; 806-335-5644)

Blue October: The alt-rock favorites return to Amarillo to celebrate the 20th-anniversary of its “Argue with a Tree” live album and concert film. (8 p.m. Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts, 500 S. Buchanan St.; tickets $39 to $85; 806-378-3096)

Christopher Erin & The Obvious Few: The Amarillo band promises a good time on Smokey Joe’s patio. (8 p.m. 2903 SW Sixth Ave.; 806-331-6698)

Rhett Uhland & The Morning Shakes: The Canyon country band takes the stage with Carrey Thompson at The Lumberyard. (8 p.m. 850 N. 23rd St. in Canyon; cover; 806- 804-3000)

“Texas”: The outdoor musical is back for its 59th season in the Palo Duro Canyon State Park Pioneer Amphitheatre. Enjoy a barbecue dinner or backstage tours before the show. (8 p.m.; continues nightly except Mondays through Aug. 9; tickets $25 to $65; 806-651-2181)

Candlelight Concerts: String musicians will perform music from “Lord of the Rings” and “Game of Thrones” in a special concert. (8:30 p.m. Amarillo Little Theatre Allen Shankles MainStage, 2019 Civic Circle; tickets $33 to $41.50; 806-355-9991)

Starlight Cinema: Amarillo Parks and Recreation hosts a free screening of “A Quiet Place: Day One” in Paramount Park. (8:30 p.m. 3400 S. Fleetwood Drive; free; 806-378-3036)

Boss 420: The Amarillo rock band rolls up a good time at Whiskey River. (9 p.m. 4001 SW 51st Ave.; cover; 806-367-6163)

Corey Hunt & The Wise: The North Carolina country band returns to the stage at Golden Light Cantina. (9 p.m. 2908 SW Sixth Ave.; cover; 806-374-9237)

Kanton Teen & The Penny Pickers: The Oklahoma country band takes the stage at Hoots Pub. (9 p.m. 2424 Hobbs Road; cover)

Saints & Sinners Bash: Idol Art Studio hosts a Pride Month event with a lineup of guest performers and DJ Brayden. (9 p.m. 1201 S. Polk St.; cover $5; 806-702-5862)

Yellow City Comedy: The local standup troupe brings the laughs with a show at Crackin’ Crab. (9 p.m. 3350 S. Soncy Road; cover $10; 806-437-1555)

Shane Rogers: The Lubbock country act saddles up for a show at The Western Horseman. (10 p.m. Friday; 2501 E. I-40; 806-379-6555, Ext. 2999)

Saturday

Sunset Marketown: The artisan/artist market continues alongside the Golden Spread Farmers Market. The market is open through Sept. 20. (8 a.m.-12 p.m. 3701 Plains Blvd.; 806-354–8802)

Canyon Farmers Market: The summer tradition continues weekly with live music, activities, vendors and more. The market is open weekly through Sept. 27. (8 a.m. to noon Fourth Avenue and 15th Street in Canyon; 806-567-0746)

Texas Route 66 Festival Finale: This year’s celebration of the Mother Road comes to an end with a block party featuring pop-up vendor booths, a food truck park, live music, the Miss Texas Route 66 Pinup Pageant, kids’ activities, the Sonic TX 66 Corn Dog Eating contest, a classic car show and more. (11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sixth Avenue between Georgia and Western streets; 800-692-1338)

Nina Lune Gallery Opening: The newest art space on Historic Route 66 opens with a party featuring music from Bomb City Sound. (2 to 8 p.m. 601 S. Prospect St.; free; 806-341-1934)

“Indiana Jones & The Last Crusade”: The third installment of the Indy franchise—a portion of which was filmed at Palo Duro Canyon State Park—returns to screens as part of the Fathom Big Screen Classics series. (4 p.m.; continues through June 18; Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive)

Fifth-Anniversary Party: The Gym at Contagion Athletics celebrates its birthday with a party featuring a car show, food trucks, vendors and more. (6 p.m. 8210 W. Amarillo Blvd.; 806-599-4200)

Fleetwood X and Journey of a Lifetime: The touring tribute bands hit the beach at Shark Beach Burgers. (6 p.m. 1505 E. FM 1151; cover charge; 806-335-5644)

Yvonne Perea: The Amarillo folk singer offers a treat at Pescaraz. (6 p.m. 3415 S. Bell St., Unit K; 806-350-5430)

BrokeNcyde and Bayymack: The touring crunk bands bring their Kush & Kandy tour to Sunset Underground at Arts in the Sunset. (7 p.m.  3701 Plains Blvd.; tickets $20, plus feesatomicyellowict@gmail.com)

John Hibbard and Kristal Wight: The Nashville singer-songwriters brew up a good time at Pondaseta Brewing Co.’s Canyon location. (7 p.m. 1001 Second Ave. in Canyon; 806-656-5100)

Amarillo Sod Poodles: The Soddies continue a homestand against the San Antonio Missions. (7:05 p.m; continues through Sunday; Hodgetown, 715 S. Buchanan St.; ticket prices vary; 806-803-9547)

Lost Mind Lumber Company: The Lubbock country band, f/k/a The Trey Clarkson Band, loses their mind at The Lumberyard. (8 p.m. 850 N. 23rd St. in Canyon; cover; 806- 804-3000)

The Solano Project: The Amarillo party band goes wild on Smokey Joe’s patio. (8 p.m. 2903 SW Sixth Ave.; 806-331-6698)

“Texas”: The outdoor musical is back for its 59th season in the Palo Duro Canyon State Park Pioneer Amphitheatre. Enjoy a barbecue dinner or backstage tours before the show. (8 p.m.; continues nightly except Mondays through Aug. 9; tickets $25 to $65; 806-651-2181)

The Cash Carrico Band: The Oklahoma country band makes some noise at Hoots Pub. (9 p.m. 2424 Hobbs Road; cover)

Jack Cryver & Bad Decisions: The Amarillo country-rock band encourages poor choices at Broken Spoke Lounge. (9 p.m. 3101 SW Sixth Ave.; no cover; 806-373-9149)

Jay Statham: The country act returns to the stage at Golden Light Cantina. (9 p.m. 2908 SW Sixth Ave.; cover; 806-374-9237)

Soul Jacket: The Amarillo rock band takes a shot at Whiskey River. (9 p.m. 4001 SW 51st Ave.; cover; 806-367-6163)

The Texas Transplants: The Amarillo rock band headlines the party at Skooterz. (9 p.m. 4100 Bushland Blvd.; cover; 806-679-0122)

Seth Ward & The Silence: The Canyon country band saddles up for a post-rodeo show with Casey Berry at the Western Horseman. (10 p.m. 2501 E. I-40; 806-379-6555, Ext. 2999)

Sunday

Ace Rodriguez: The Amarillo guitarist plays the Sunday blues at Smokey Joe’s. (3 p.m. 2903 SW Sixth Ave.; 806-331-6698)

“Indiana Jones & The Last Crusade”: The third installment of the Indy franchise—a portion of which was filmed at Palo Duro Canyon State Park—returns to screens as part of the Fathom Big Screen Classics series. (4 and 7 p.m.; continues through June 18; Cinemark Hollywood 16, 9100 Canyon Drive)

Amarillo Sod Poodles: The Soddies close out a homestand against the San Antonio Missions. (6:05 p.m. Hodgetown, 715 S. Buchanan St.; ticket prices vary; 806-803-9547)

Father’s Day Comedy Show: Bomb City Comedy brings the yucks for you and your dad at Shark Beach Burgers. (7 p.m. 1505 E. FM 1151; tickets $25.09;  806-335-5644)

“Texas”: The outdoor musical is back for its 59th season in the Palo Duro Canyon State Park Pioneer Amphitheatre. Enjoy a barbecue dinner or backstage tours before the show. (8 p.m.; continues nightly except Mondays through Aug. 9; tickets $25 to $65; 806-651-2181)

Monday

Andy Chase: The Amarillo mainstay offers tunes every Monday at Public House. (6:30 p.m. 3333 S. Coulter St.; 806-398-7777)

Gabe Marinez: The Amarillo rocker fights the Monday blahs every other week at Smokey Joe’s. (8 p.m. 2903 SW Sixth Ave.; 806-331-6698)

June 17

Andy Chase: The beloved Amarillo troubadour slings tunes weekly at 575 Pizzeria. (6:30 p.m. 2803 Civic Circle; 806-322-5575)

Jim Laughlin June Jazz: The Amarillo College outdoor concert series continues with The Martinis at 7 p.m. and Sean Vokes at 8 p.m. (AC Washington Street campus; free; 806-371-5340)

Starlight Theater: The Amarillo Parks and Recreation outdoor concert series continues with Groove Anthem. (7 p.m. Sam Houston Park, Line Avenue and Western Street; free; 806-378-3036)

Jonathan Guidi: The Amarillo singer slings tunes at Big Jim’s Pizza Co. (7 p.m. 3801 Olsen Blvd., Unit 9; 806-352-5050)

Ongoing

Amarillo Museum of Art: Check out “Home, Love and Loss” through Sept. 14 and the permanent exhibits on view at the Amarillo mainstay. (2200 S. Van Buren St.; 806-371-5050)

American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum: Take in the history of the world-famous breed. (2601 E. I-40; 806-376-5181)

Arts in the Sunset: Check out local artists’ works throughout the gallery. (daily, hours vary; 3701 Plains Blvd.; free; 806-354-8802)

Don Harrington Discovery Center: Explore the new permanent exhibition “Discover through Time.” (9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays and noon to 4:30 p.m. Sundays; 1200 Streit Drive; admission $14 adults; $11 seniors, military and students, and $9 children; 806-355-9547)

Wonderland Park: The 2025 season continues at Amarillo’s amusement park. (Wednesday through Sunday; times and ticket prices vary; 2601 Dumas Drive; 806-383-3344)

Author

  • Chip is the director of university communications and media relations at West Texas A and M University. A Canadian High School graduate and award-winning journalist, he has covered arts and entertainment in Amarillo since 1998 and is a member of the Amarillo Convention and Visitor Council arts committee. He is a 2020 Golden Nail Award winner and a 2017 National Philanthropy Day award winner. He is a member of the national GALECA critics group, has seen every Best Picture Oscar winner and watches way too much television.

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