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MJ’s Saloon in Amarillo is changing the game with a stricter dress code and new age limits for entry. Will these rules boost their vibe or backfire?

On SW 34th in Amarillo, multiple small shops closed, and now one big remodel is underway. Gutting the building hints at a major tenant replacing barbers, groomers, and boba spots.

Construction will block south-side parking and main entrance at the Municipal Court in Amarillo through Jan 5, 2026—limited north-side options and virtual court available.

Cadillac Ranch, that row of spray‑painted, half‑buried Cadillacs west of Amarillo, remains a Route 66 icon—crowded year‑round, a magnet for tourists, and a living snapshot of Texas culture, protest and nostalgia.

Summer’s winding down in Amarillo—but there’s still time! From camping in Palo Duro and Caprock, hiking sweeping trails, to splashpads and pools, here are 10 must-do adventures before the school bell rings.

After the July 4th parade, head to Amarillo’s Independence Day + 1 at John Stiff Park. Starting at 3 PM, enjoy food trucks, games, live music, cornhole and a spectacular fireworks‑drone show at 9:45 PM.

Amarillo Airport is in Phase 2 of parking and loop-road reconstruction. Use Rosenwald Drive, enter the garage from the east, or park in south/east lots. Follow their Facebook for alerts. Project completes Fall 2025.

Amarillo’s July 4th weather can surprise you. With a low‑confidence 20% rain chance, here’s how you can salvage the celebration to keep fireworks bright come rain or shine.

Expect heightened law enforcement in Potter County this July 4 weekend. Choose a sober ride, buckle up, and obey speed limits for a safe celebration.

Amarillo city offices, libraries, transit, and waste sites close July 4. Trash collection shifts one day earlier. No curbside pickup Friday. Golf courses open. Don’t forget banks and the post office are closed too.

On July 26, Amarillo Parks & Rec presents a family-friendly cardboard boat race at South East Pool. Gather a crew, build with cardboard & duct tape, and compete.

Experience how Amarillo’s 6th Street on Route 66 has evolved over almost two decades. From new stores to long-standing icons, here's how much it has changed.