Amarillo

Plum Creek, Amarillo Neighborhood

Quail Creek offers a peaceful and relaxed neighborhood atmosphere, featuring mainly single detached homes and townhouses built primarily between 1980 and 1990. Many residences include three bedrooms, providing comfortable living spaces. The neighborhood provides convenient parking options with mostly car-oriented infrastructure that makes driving straightforward. Several bus lines connect the area, with nearby stops accessible from most residences, facilitating public transit access. Local amenities include a selection of restaurants and grocery stores within reasonable distance, supporting everyday needs. Quail Creek’s calm streets contribute to a quiet environment, making it a desirable area for residents seeking tranquility combined with essential conveniences.

Quail Creek is a neighborhood to buy a home in for those who prefer a chill environment. Quail Creek is relatively calm, as there are very few pedestrians.

Highlights of Plum Creek

Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special

🏞️ Medical Center Park (“Medi‑Park”)

This expansive green space just a few blocks east of Plum Creek includes the Amarillo Botanical Gardens, Don Harrington Discovery Center, and nearly a mile of walking trails featuring a monthly rotating “Story Walk” for kids along the path.

🏫 Woodlands Elementary, De Zavala Middle & Tascosa High

Plum Creek is served by top‑rated AISD schools—Woodlands Elementary, De Zavala Middle, and Tascosa High—earning high marks on niche.com and known for strong academic programs and the AP Capstone Diploma at the high school.

🛍️ Route 66 Shopping & Dining Corridor

Historic Route 66 runs directly through Plum Creek, lined with convenient shopping like United Supermarket and Walmart, plus local eateries such as Taqueria El Tapatio and Feng Cha Amarillo for bubble tea lovers.

⛲ Plum Creek Place Assisted‑Living

Located on Plum Creek Drive, this well‑appointed senior living community offers amenities like walking paths, wellness programs, communal dining, and regular outings, creating a vibrant hub for older residents in the neighborhood.

🚍 Amarillo City Transit Access

Plum Creek is directly served by Amarillo City Transit Route 12 looping the neighborhood, with nearby access to Route 13 via the medical district, offering public transit links for commuters and students.

Plum Creek

This May in Plum Creek

Things to do, events, and what's happening this month

May 1–2, 2026

Greater Southwest Music Festival

Amarillo Civic Center, Globe-News Center, Amarillo College Washington St. Campus

This major regional music festival brings together over 9,000 student musicians from across the Southwest, offering performances and live music in multiple downtown venues—an enriching cultural experience for families and music lovers in Plum Creek.

May 2, 2026

2026 Amarillo Merry May Market

3001 Wolflin Ave, Amarillo, TX • 10:00 AM–3:00 PM

A vibrant one‑day market with 20+ local vendors, makers, kids’ activities, food trucks and coffee—perfect for residents of Plum Creek looking for a fun, family‑friendly outing and locally made goods.

May 14, 2026

33rd Annual Business‑to‑Business Tradeshow (BusinessConnection®)

Amarillo Civic Center • 10:00 AM–4:00 PM

Long‑running Chamber of Commerce tradeshow showcasing 250+ booths where local residents and businesses from Plum Creek can explore services, network, and support community enterprises.

May 24, 2026

HPPR Living Room Concert: Goldpine – LIVE IN AMARILLO

Chalice Abbey, 2717 Stanley St, Amarillo, TX • 3:00 PM–5:00 PM

A free, intimate live concert featuring Goldpine at Chalice Abbey—great for music fans and families around Plum Creek to enjoy a relaxed community arts event.

May 5–17, 2026

Amarillo Sod Poodles Baseball Series vs. Wichita Wind Surge & NW Arkansas Naturals

Hodgetown Stadium, Amarillo

Home baseball series featuring Amarillo Sod Poodles games—fun, affordable family entertainment and a chance for Plum Creek residents to enjoy America’s pastime close to home.

May 16, 2026

Texas Epilepsy Walk – Amarillo

Thompson Park, Amarillo, TX • 9:00 AM

Community walk event raising awareness and funds for epilepsy—ideal for active families or residents in Plum Creek wanting to support local causes and enjoy a park outing.

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