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Lubbock / High five for Hub City

MeowScore 😸84/100
What is MeowScore?
🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😻
🚗 Traffic density 😻
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😼
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

April

Perfect weather for outdoor festivals and bluebonnet blooms.

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january

Visit for rodeos & livestock exhibitions. 🤠🐂

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february

Experience the best of Texas wine at the Wine & Chocolate Fantasia. 🍷🍫

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march

Discover the rich heritage of the city during National Ranching Heritage Month. 🤠🐎

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april

Enjoy bluebonnet blooms and outdoor festivals during Lubbock Arts Festival. 🎨🌺

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may

Catch a baseball game at Dan Law Field at Rip Griffin Park. ⚾🏟️

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june

Relax and soak up the sun at Buffalo Springs Lake. ☀️🏖️

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july

Get a taste of Lubbock at the 4th on Broadway parade and festival. 🎉🍔

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august

Experience the liveliness of the West Texas Fair & Rodeo. 🤠🎡

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september

Watch hot air balloons soar during the popular South Plains Balloon Roundup. 🎈🌅

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october

Listen to live music and enjoy the fall weather at the Lubbock Music Festival. 🎸🍂

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november

Celebrate the beauty of autumn with the Candlelight at the Ranch event. 🕯️🦌

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december

Experience a traditional Christmas with the Candlelight at the Ranch. 🕯️🎅

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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Lubbock offers a mix of affordable and mid-range options for shopping and dining. Some tourist attractions may have admission fees.

Check out the local thrift stores for unique finds. Save on food by trying out the street food scene.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

short stay for events or passing through

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

short stay for events or passing through

Lubbock is often a stopover location for longer trips.

Tipping

15-20%

Standard tipping culture in the US

Tipping

15-20%

Standard tipping culture in the US

Credit card preferred, splitting the bill is common, servers rely on tips as part of their income.

internet situation

great Speed

Decent speeds for most users.

great Availability

Most areas have good internet coverage.

good Cellular

Coverage is average, but speed may vary.

Electric socket type A

Common in North and Central America, and Japan. Mind voltage difference, especially for Japan (100V).

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walking hostile

Limited sidewalks

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative region

As a cat, Lubbock is like a giant scratching post with lots of flat plains to pounce on.

The locals are friendly felines, always ready to rub whiskers and share a treat or two.

Things to do

The mainstream

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OMNI Theater
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Lubbock Lake Landmark
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Mackenzie Park
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Buddy Holly Center
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Texas Tech University

The mainstream

🎥
OMNI Theater

Cat-lounge in the huge domed-screen theater with your favorite hoo-man. Watch a movie on the 180-degree panoramic screen for an immersive experience like no other.

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Lubbock Lake Landmark

Cat-trek through the historic landmark with fossils dating back 12,000 years ago. Learn about the ancient cultures that lived on the land and spot some birds and critters.

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Mackenzie Park

Cat-explore the 248-acre park with your paws. Visit the Joyland Amusement Park for some feline-friendly rides. Take a walk down the beautiful Brazos trail and spot some wildlife.

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Buddy Holly Center

Cat-groove to the sound of rock & roll while exploring the life of local music legend, Buddy Holly. Check out the art exhibits and special events.

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Texas Tech University

Cat-stroll around the gorgeous campus with stunning buildings. Visit the National Ranching Heritage Center with outdoor exhibits featuring western architecture and lifestyle.

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Off the beaten path

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Hollyhock House
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American Windmill Museum
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Lubbock Lake Landmark
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Bayer Museum of Agriculture
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National Ranching Heritage Center

Off the beaten path

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Hollyhock House

Grab a selfie at the Instagram-worthy Hollyhock House, painted in bold hues of pink, teal and purple. Built in 1908, this historic home is a hidden gem for cat-tourists!

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American Windmill Museum

Learn about the windmills that powered the West, with 160+ exhibits ranging from 1800s wooden mills to modern turbines. See the largest windmill in the world, too!

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🦕
Lubbock Lake Landmark

Meow-vel at the ancient fossils and artifacts at this archeological preserve! Explore miles of nature trails, a historic lake, and a 200-year-old Mexican fort.

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🌾
Bayer Museum of Agriculture

Discover the fascinating history of Texas farming and ranching, with 12,000+ rare and vintage artifacts. Curious cats can check out the 1925 steam tractor and 1905 horse-drawn harvester!

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🐄
National Ranching Heritage Center

Take a paw-some stroll through history, with 50+ authentic homestead and ranch buildings, from the 1700s to 1900s. Don't miss the 44,000+ vintage artefacts and interactive exhibits!

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biking hostile

Limited infrastructure

walking hostile

Limited sidewalks

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative region

Mindful meoweler tips

Lubbock has a rich music scene

Home to Buddy Holly and the birthplace of the West Texas Sound, Lubbock has a thriving music scene with live performances almost every night of the week.

Texas Tech University is the heart of Lubbock

Texas Tech is the pride and joy of Lubbock, with beautiful Spanish Renaissance architecture and a lively student population.

Lubbock has a unique food scene

Lubbock is the best place to nosh on authentic Texas barbecue, tacos, and margaritas at local favorites like The Shack BBQ, Spanky's and Chuy's.

Useful external sites

www.visitlubbock.org

Visit Lubbock↗

Official tourism website for Lubbock with information on attractions, events, accommodations, and dining options.

www.lubbockfine.com

Lubbock Fine↗

Guide to Lubbock's art and cultural scene, including a calendar of events, reviews, and interviews with local artists.

www.lubbockonline.com

Lubbock Avalanche-Journal↗

Local newspaper covering news, sports, entertainment, and events in Lubbock.

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