Lubbock , TX Guidebook
College Experience
Texas Tech students come from every county in Texas, all 50 states, and more than 90 foreign countries. Tech offers 150 undergraduate degree programs through 11 academic colleges, a graduate school, and a school of law. We offer more than 100 master's degree programs and over 50 doctoral degree programs. Learn more Texas Tech facts.
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Texas Tech University
2500 BroadwayTexas Tech students come from every county in Texas, all 50 states, and more than 90 foreign countries. Tech offers 150 undergraduate degree programs through 11 academic colleges, a graduate school, and a school of law. We offer more than 100 master's degree programs and over 50 doctoral degree programs. Learn more Texas Tech facts.
Food scene
Each visitor’s trip to Lubbock should be an adventure full of good food, fun shopping & exciting excursions to discover art & history. Cactus Alley Courtyard, just off of the Marsha Sharp Freeway & Salem Avenue, manages to roll all of those items into one fantastic stop.
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Cactus Alley
2610 Salem AveEach visitor’s trip to Lubbock should be an adventure full of good food, fun shopping & exciting excursions to discover art & history. Cactus Alley Courtyard, just off of the Marsha Sharp Freeway & Salem Avenue, manages to roll all of those items into one fantastic stop.
Pull over for juicy double-stacked burgers loaded with cheese and grilled jalapeños at Caprock Cafe in Lubbock — and don’t forget the heaping stack of crispy fries! This rockin’ Hub City hangout boasts the “Coldest Beer in West Texas” and we have to agree. It’s all about fun at this country music loving cafe where you may find honky-tonk singer Joe Ely enjoying a beer himself! We’ll show you why Caprock is a “must do” on your next road trip to Red Raider country.
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Caprock Cafe
3405 34th StPull over for juicy double-stacked burgers loaded with cheese and grilled jalapeños at Caprock Cafe in Lubbock — and don’t forget the heaping stack of crispy fries! This rockin’ Hub City hangout boasts the “Coldest Beer in West Texas” and we have to agree. It’s all about fun at this country music loving cafe where you may find honky-tonk singer Joe Ely enjoying a beer himself! We’ll show you why Caprock is a “must do” on your next road trip to Red Raider country.
Wineries
West Texas pours an assortment of varietals for any palate. You can tour and taste their way through a plethora of local wineries such as Llano Estacado Winery, which is the second oldest winery in Texas
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Llano Estacado Winery, Inc
3426 F M 1585West Texas pours an assortment of varietals for any palate. You can tour and taste their way through a plethora of local wineries such as Llano Estacado Winery, which is the second oldest winery in Texas
Family-Friendly Attractions
We would be remiss if we didn’t highlight the long list of family-friendly attractions to show off while visiting. If you have a need for speed, spend an afternoon with the family at Adventure Park! From go-karts to the ropes course and zip line, this attraction is not for the faint of heart. They also have mini-golf and arcade games for those looking to do something a little more low-key.
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Adventure Park
5110 29th DrWe would be remiss if we didn’t highlight the long list of family-friendly attractions to show off while visiting. If you have a need for speed, spend an afternoon with the family at Adventure Park! From go-karts to the ropes course and zip line, this attraction is not for the faint of heart. They also have mini-golf and arcade games for those looking to do something a little more low-key.
We also recommend taking your family to MacKenzie Park, where the Prairie Dogs run free. Other notable attractions include Joyland Amusement Park and Raider’s Axe Gallery and Entertainment.
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Joyland Amusement Park
500 Canyon Lake DrWe also recommend taking your family to MacKenzie Park, where the Prairie Dogs run free. Other notable attractions include Joyland Amusement Park and Raider’s Axe Gallery and Entertainment.
Lubbock honors its western heritage by offering the ultimate experience in cowboy culture. From two-stepping the night away at Charley B’s and walking through the 19-acre historical park at the National Ranching Heritage Center to pursuing the American Windmill Museum - which is the largest windmill museum in the world - the “Hub City” allows you to step back in time and celebrate the western way of life at each museum across the city. Don’t forget to get yourself a pair of custom boots and cowboy hat from local shops, like Flint Custom Hats and RC Custom Boots!
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American Windmill Museum
1701 Canyon Lake DrLubbock honors its western heritage by offering the ultimate experience in cowboy culture. From two-stepping the night away at Charley B’s and walking through the 19-acre historical park at the National Ranching Heritage Center to pursuing the American Windmill Museum - which is the largest windmill museum in the world - the “Hub City” allows you to step back in time and celebrate the western way of life at each museum across the city. Don’t forget to get yourself a pair of custom boots and cowboy hat from local shops, like Flint Custom Hats and RC Custom Boots!
Deep in the Cultural District, the cornerstone of Lubbock’s downtown revitalization efforts serves as the focal point of the city: The Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences. After several years of envisioning a performing arts venue that would house acclaimed entertainment and revolutionary performances in a facility designed by world-renowned Diamond Schmitt Architects, this 220,000 square-foot campus features two theaters with an acoustic value of NC15, offering both renowned musicians, performers, and young, aspiring artists the opportunity to perform on stage in a world-class venue.
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The Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences
1300 Mac Davis LnDeep in the Cultural District, the cornerstone of Lubbock’s downtown revitalization efforts serves as the focal point of the city: The Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences. After several years of envisioning a performing arts venue that would house acclaimed entertainment and revolutionary performances in a facility designed by world-renowned Diamond Schmitt Architects, this 220,000 square-foot campus features two theaters with an acoustic value of NC15, offering both renowned musicians, performers, and young, aspiring artists the opportunity to perform on stage in a world-class venue.
Golf
According to Golf Advisor, Texas Tech University boasts one of the top-rated public golf courses in the Lone Star State. Designed by famed course architect Tom Doak, the 18-hole, links-style course features unusually wide fairways and a challenging layout that will bring the best out of your game. For those seeking a more social environment, show off your swing at 4ORE! Golf, a driving range combined with a bar and restaurant where you can play games with friends while enjoying a few drinks
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The Rawls Course
3720 4th StAccording to Golf Advisor, Texas Tech University boasts one of the top-rated public golf courses in the Lone Star State. Designed by famed course architect Tom Doak, the 18-hole, links-style course features unusually wide fairways and a challenging layout that will bring the best out of your game. For those seeking a more social environment, show off your swing at 4ORE! Golf, a driving range combined with a bar and restaurant where you can play games with friends while enjoying a few drinks
Entertainment
The historic Cactus Theater (circa 1938) is the premier LISTENING ROOM in West Texas - long known for showcasing a wide variety of local, national and international talent in an intimate setting featuring outstanding sound. Recent enhancements include new seats with cupholders, new carpet and a new sidewalk on the south side of the building which connects to plentiful, rear parking!
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Cactus Theater
1812 Buddy Holly AveThe historic Cactus Theater (circa 1938) is the premier LISTENING ROOM in West Texas - long known for showcasing a wide variety of local, national and international talent in an intimate setting featuring outstanding sound. Recent enhancements include new seats with cupholders, new carpet and a new sidewalk on the south side of the building which connects to plentiful, rear parking!