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Polar Plunge and Strut
Saturday, February 7, 2015 - 10:00am to 1:00pm Topeka, KSJumping into cold water to raise money for Special Olympics is a winter tradition. This event raises funds for local Special Olympics Programs and...
MoreSketch Crawl
Saturday, March 28, 2015 - 9:00am to 12:30pm Overland Park, KSArtists Sketch Crawl
Enjoy a morning of creating art in the many lovely gardens at the Arboretum. Bring your own art supplies (pencils,...
More20th Annual Spring Fling Bike Race Series
Saturday, March 28, 2015 - 11:00am to 5:00pm Lawrence, KSThis annual Bike Race event takes place on the roads inside Campground #1. Campground #1 is the 3rd Left after paying your daily vehicle permit...
MoreIrish Road Bowling
Sunday, April 12, 2015 - 9:00am to 5:00pm Lawrence, KSThis is an annual fundraiser event to benefit the children charities for the Lawrence St. Patrick's Day Parade. The object is to throw an...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Hike
Sunday, April 12, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Lawrence, KSOur next Second Sunday Hike will be on April 12th at 1pm, and we will again begin at the Swimming Beach after meeting at the main office. We will...
MoreNET Reach Neighborhood Farmer's Market Kick-Off
Thursday, April 23, 2015 - 4:00pm to 6:00pm Topeka, KSThe Shawnee County Health Agency is partnering with NET Reach to host a new farmer's market in 2015 in East Topeka. Thursday April 23 will...
MoreTree Planting Ceremony & Sapling Giveaway
Friday, April 24, 2015 - 11:00am to 11:30am Overland Park, KSHelp us celebrate Arbor Day! Arbor Day celebrates planting and nurturing trees. Forrest the Fox and you will help us celebrate by planting an...
MoreTour of the Trees
Friday, April 24, 2015 - 11:30am to 12:30pm Overland Park, KSOur knowledgeable volunteers will lead this informative and interactive talk about the unique trees that live at the Arboretum. As you walk with...
MoreWebster State Park Open House
Saturday, April 25, 2015 (All day) Stockton, KSThe Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism announced that all state parks will hold an Open House on Saturday April 25th, 2015. There...
MoreState Park Open House
Saturday, April 25, 2015 - 5:00am to 11:00pm Lawrence, KSThe Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism announced that all state parks will hold an Open House on Saturday April 25th, 2015. There...
MoreEISENHOWER STATE PARK OPEN HOUSE
Saturday, April 25, 2015 - 8:00am to 3:00pm Osage City, KSKansas State Park Open House.
Eisenhower State Park. ( Free Admittance into the Park)
Comp join the fun. Activities will begin at...
Sketch Crawl
Monday, April 27, 2015 - 4:00pm to 6:30pm Overland Park, KSArtists Sketch Crawl
Enjoy an evening of creating art in the many lovely gardens at the Arboretum. Bring your own art supplies (pencils,...
MoreWine Tasting on the Terrace
Thursday, April 30, 2015 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm Overland Park, KSJoin us for the first wine tasting of 2015. More details coming soon.
Registration: $25 for members, $28 for nonmembers
Wine Vendor:...
MoreContainer Garden Exhibit
Friday, May 1, 2015 (All day) Overland Park, KSDisplays from garden organizations and volunteers will inspire and motivate you to build creative container plantings for your own patio, window...
MoreContainer Garden Exhibit
Saturday, May 2, 2015 (All day) Overland Park, KSDisplays from garden organizations and volunteers will inspire and motivate you to build creative container plantings for your own patio, window...
MoreContainer Garden Exhibit
Sunday, May 3, 2015 (All day) Overland Park, KSDisplays from garden organizations and volunteers will inspire and motivate you to build creative container plantings for your own patio, window...
MoreContainer Garden Exhibit
Wednesday, May 6, 2015 (All day) Overland Park, KSDisplays from garden organizations and volunteers will inspire and motivate you to build creative container plantings for your own patio, window...
MoreContainer Garden Exhibit
Saturday, May 9, 2015 (All day) Overland Park, KSDisplays from garden organizations and volunteers will inspire and motivate you to build creative container plantings for your own patio, window...
MoreContainer Garden Exhibit
Sunday, May 10, 2015 (All day) Overland Park, KSDisplays from garden organizations and volunteers will inspire and motivate you to build creative container plantings for your own patio, window...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Hike
Sunday, May 10, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Lawrence, KSOur next Second Sunday Hike will be on April 12th at 1pm, and we will again begin at the Swimming Beach after meeting at the main office. We will...
MoreContainer Garden Exhibit
Wednesday, May 13, 2015 (All day) Overland Park, KSDisplays from garden organizations and volunteers will inspire and motivate you to build creative container plantings for your own patio, window...
MoreContainer Garden Exhibit
Saturday, May 16, 2015 (All day) Overland Park, KSDisplays from garden organizations and volunteers will inspire and motivate you to build creative container plantings for your own patio, window...
MoreContainer Garden Exhibit
Sunday, May 17, 2015 (All day) Overland Park, KSDisplays from garden organizations and volunteers will inspire and motivate you to build creative container plantings for your own patio, window...
MoreContainer Garden Exhibit
Wednesday, May 20, 2015 (All day) Overland Park, KSDisplays from garden organizations and volunteers will inspire and motivate you to build creative container plantings for your own patio, window...
MoreContainer Garden Exhibit
Saturday, May 23, 2015 (All day) Overland Park, KSDisplays from garden organizations and volunteers will inspire and motivate you to build creative container plantings for your own patio, window...
MoreHot Summer Days
Friday, June 5, 2015 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Overland, KSThis event features water games for the whole family, prepare to get wet and maybe a little messy. Splashing around will help keep the...
MoreSmoky Gardens Family Fun Day
Saturday, June 6, 2015 - 4:30pm to 10:30pm Goodland, KSEnjoy a beautiful oasis on the North Fork of the Smoky Hill River. Camp under the stars, picnic under shelters and play on the playground. Walk...
MoreNight Hawk 50K Trail Run
Saturday, June 13, 2015 - 9:00am to 9:00pm Lawrence, KSThe Lawrence Trail Hawks are hosting their own Night Hawk 50K Run. Contact Mary Ann Frerert ...
MoreLawrence Jayhawk Kennel Club & Heartland Coursing Association Dog Fun Run
Sunday, June 14, 2015 - 9:00am to 2:00pm Lawrence, KSThe Heartland Coursing Association teams up with the Lawrence Jayhawk Kennel Club for this 2nd Annual Dog Fun Run in the Picnic Area. A course...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Hike
Sunday, June 14, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Lawrence, KSOur next Second Sunday Hike will be on April 12th at 1pm, and we will again begin at the Swimming Beach after meeting at the main office. We will...
MoreWheatstock XI
Saturday, June 20, 2015 - 11:00am to 9:00pm Topeka, KSOld Prairie Town is proud to host the 11th Annual Wheatstock Concert featuring acoustic and bluegrass music. Bring your family out for this fun-...
MoreSpirit of Kansas
Saturday, July 4, 2015 - 8:00am to 11:00pm Topeka, KSThe Spirit of Kansas Festival is an old-fashioned 4th of July celebration held at Lake Shawnee beginning at 8am with arts and craft vendors, car...
MoreWine Tasting on the Terrace
Thursday, July 9, 2015 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm Overland Park, KSJoin us and Somerset Ridge Vineyard and Winery for the third wine tasting of the season. They will showcase some of their locally produced wine in...
MoreHot Summer Days
Friday, July 10, 2015 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Overland Park, KSThis event features water games for the whole family, prepare to get wet and maybe a little messy. Splashing around will help keep the...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Hike
Sunday, July 12, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Lawrence, KSOur next Second Sunday Hike will be on April 12th at 1pm, and we will again begin at the Swimming Beach after meeting at the main office. We will...
MoreWater-A-Palooza
Friday, July 24, 2015 - 6:00pm to 7:00pm Topeka, KSGet ready for a splashing good time with Shawnee County Parks and Recreation and the Shawnee County Health Agency as they partner to host the...
MoreSummer Sunset Concert
Saturday, July 25, 2015 - 6:00pm to 9:00pm Topeka, KSBring your family out for this fun-filled evening to listen to some wonderful local artists performing at their best. Bring your own lawn-chair...
MoreFamily Day by the Pond
Monday, July 27, 2015 - 2:00pm to 6:00pm Topeka, KSJoin us for a wonderful afternoon of live music and entertainment, crafts, food and fishing for the kids. We will have a variety of activities...
MoreSmoky Valley Classic Car Show
Saturday, August 1, 2015 (All day) Lindsborg, KSFirst Saturday in August.
August 1, 2020
Calling all gearheads and auto buffs to the Smoky Valley Classic Car Show! Check out over...
MoreBim Willow
Saturday, August 1, 2015 - 10:00am to 1:00pm Overland Park, KSJoin us as we welcome Master Furniture Builder, Bim Willow, bending fresh willow into heirlooms. Come with a hammer, pruning shears and gloves and...
MoreBig Screen Under the Stars
Saturday, August 8, 2015 - 9:00pm to 11:00pm Topeka, KSBring the entire family out to the Bettis Family Sports Complex and enjoy watching the Big Screen Under the Stars! Bring your lawn chairs and...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Hike
Sunday, August 9, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Lawrence, KSOur next Second Sunday Hike will be on April 12th at 1pm, and we will again begin at the Swimming Beach after meeting at the main office. We will...
MoreTa'i Chi Chih
Friday, August 21, 2015 - 10:00am to 11:30am Overland Park, KST'ai Chi Chih is joy through movement! Combining T'ai Chi Chih with the natural beauty of the Arboretum will allow the class participant...
MoreTa'i Chi Chih
Friday, August 28, 2015 - 10:00am to 11:30am Overland Park, KST'ai Chi Chih is joy through movement! Combining T'ai Chi Chih with the natural beauty of the Arboretum will allow the class participant...
MoreTa'i Chi Chih
Friday, September 4, 2015 - 10:00am to 11:30am Overland Park, KST'ai Chi Chih is joy through movement! Combining T'ai Chi Chih with the natural beauty of the Arboretum will allow the class participant...
MoreTa'i Chi Chih
Friday, September 11, 2015 - 10:00am to 11:30am Overland Park, KST'ai Chi Chih is joy through movement! Combining T'ai Chi Chih with the natural beauty of the Arboretum will allow the class participant...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Hike
Sunday, September 13, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Lawrence, KSOur next Second Sunday Hike will be on April 12th at 1pm, and we will again begin at the Swimming Beach after meeting at the main office. We will...
MoreTa'i Chi Chih
Friday, September 18, 2015 - 10:00am to 11:30am Overland Park, KST'ai Chi Chih is joy through movement! Combining T'ai Chi Chih with the natural beauty of the Arboretum will allow the class participant...
MoreDinner on the Prairie
Friday, September 18, 2015 - 6:30pm to 9:30pm Overland Park, KSFriday September 18, 6:30-9:30 pm; Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, 8909 W. 179th, Overland Park, KS. Revel in an atmosphere...
MoreTa'i Chi Chih
Friday, September 25, 2015 - 10:00am to 11:30am Overland Park, KST'ai Chi Chih is joy through movement! Combining T'ai Chi Chih with the natural beauty of the Arboretum will allow the class participant...
MoreFull Moon Walk
Friday, September 25, 2015 - 7:00pm to 10:00pm Overland Park, KSThe full moon will light the paths. Star gazing, night time sights and sounds, bring the family and flashlights. No pre-registration necessary....
MoreHealthy Fun at the State Parks Day
Saturday, September 26, 2015 (All day) LAWRENCE, KSOur events...
One hour Hike starts at Noon at the Beach Parking Lot
Grand Re-Opening of our 9 hole Frisbee Disc Golf Course - Come...
AKC Retriever Field Trials
Friday, October 2, 2015 - 8:00am to Sunday, October 4, 2015 - 6:00pm Osage City, KSAll vehicles must obtain valid state park vehicle permits. State park vehicle permits cost $5.00 per day.
MoreAir Capital Fly-In
Saturday, October 3, 2015 - 8:00am to 4:00pm Newton, KSThe annual Air Capital Fly-in will be held on Saturday, Oct. 3, at Newton City-County Airport. The event begins at 8 a.m. with a pancake breakfast...
MoreOf Earth and Sky: Plein Air Painting in the Flint Hills (watercolor) with John Hulsey
Sunday, October 11, 2015 - 9:00am to 5:00pm Manhattan, KSFHDC Members: $115 | Non-Members: $125
If you have always wanted to try painting outdoors, but didn’t know where to start, this workshop...
MoreOf Earth and Sky: Plein Air Painting in the Flint Hills (oils) with John Hulsey
Saturday, October 17, 2015 - 9:00am to 5:00pm Manhattan, KSFHDC Members: $115 | Non-Members: $125
Painting outdoors, or plein air painting, has become extremely popular again and many of the top...
MoreOf Earth and Sky: Plein Air Painting in the Flint Hills (oils) with John Hulsey
Sunday, October 18, 2015 - 9:00am to 5:00pm Manhattan, KSFHDC Members: $115 | Non-Members: $125
Painting outdoors, or plein air painting, has become extremely popular again and many of the top...
Flint Hills Masters: Nature Through an Artist's Eyes
Saturday, November 7, 2015 - 7:00am to 10:00am Manhattan, KSSaturday, November 7
7:00am - 10:00am
FHDC Members: $12 | Non-Members: $14
Join Flint Hills Master Artist Susan Rose, and local...
Go See It! Visit to Blue Earth Village
Thursday, November 19, 2015 - 6:30pm to 7:30pm Manhattan, KSCome learn the history of Blue Earth Village and the people who called it home from Dr. Lauren Ritterbush, Associate Professor of Anthropology at...
MoreBreakfast with Santa
Saturday, December 5, 2015 - 9:00am to 11:30am Manhattan, KSEnjoy coffee, doughnuts, and juice for breakfast. Make a real gingerbread house, visit Santa, and decorate a holiday picture frame to hold your...
MoreBreakfast with Santa
Saturday, December 12, 2015 - 9:00am to 11:30am Manhattan, KSEnjoy coffee, doughnuts, and juice for breakfast. Make a real gingerbread house, visit Santa, and decorate a holiday picture frame to hold your...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Guided Hike
Sunday, February 14, 2016 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm Lawrence, KSClinton State Park and AmeriCorps invite you to join us for monthly hikes through the park every Second Sunday through the coming year. Each...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Guided Hike
Sunday, March 13, 2016 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm Lawrence, KSClinton State Park and AmeriCorps invite you to join us for monthly hikes through the park every Second Sunday through the coming year. Each...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Guided Hike
Sunday, April 10, 2016 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm Lawrence, KSClinton State Park and AmeriCorps invite you to join us for monthly hikes through the park every Second Sunday through the coming year. Each...
MoreRun/Walk Coyote Trail @ Webster State Park
Saturday, April 23, 2016 - 9:00am to 10:00am Stockton, KSRun/Walk the Coyote Trail at 9 am. The loop is approx. 3 miles long. Bridget Starbuck will be leading the run starting at 9 however you are...
MoreCamp Wood YMCA Centennial Celebration
Saturday, May 7, 2016 - 10:00am to 5:00pm Elmdale, KSCamp Wood YMCA Centennial: Celebrating 100 Summers
Saturday, May 7th, 2016 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (lunch provided)
Join us for a free...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Guided Hike
Sunday, May 8, 2016 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm Lawrence, KSClinton State Park and AmeriCorps invite you to join us for monthly hikes through the park every Second Sunday through the coming year. Each...
MoreFlint Hills Festival
Saturday, May 21, 2016 - 11:00am to 5:00pm Manhattan, KSTouch, hear and taste the Flint Hills! Join us for our annual Flint Hills Festival. Celebrate the Flint Hills with beer and wine samples, live...
MoreWorld Oceans Day
Saturday, June 4, 2016 (All day) Topeka , KSWorld Oceans Day is Saturday June 4, 2016 at the Topeka Zoo and Conservation Center. Come explore the zoo while visiting booths that touch on the...
MoreLantern Fest 2016
Saturday, June 11, 2016 (All day) , KSEVENT DETAILS
ABOUT US:
At The Lantern Fest, thousands of revelers join together armed with lanterns for one unforgettable spectacle....
Lovewell State Park Kids Fishing Clinic
Sunday, June 12, 2016 (All day) Webber, KSThe Kids Fishing Clinic is an educational opportunity for kids interested in learning about fishing. The Kids Fishing Clinic will be limited to 50...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Guided Hike
Sunday, June 12, 2016 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm Lawrence, KSClinton State Park and AmeriCorps invite you to join us for monthly hikes through the park every Second Sunday through the coming year. Each...
MoreWashunga Days
Friday, June 17, 2016 - 5:00pm to Sunday, June 19, 2016 - 5:00pm Council Grove, KSWashunga Days is an annual festival that celebrates the culture - both past and present - of Council Grove, showcasing the city and all of its...
MoreGovernor's Campout & Great Outdoor Day
Saturday, June 18, 2016 - 10:00am to Sunday, June 19, 2016 - 10:00am , KSGreat Outdoors Day:
Celebrate Get Outdoors Month with the Kansas Dept of Wildlife, Parks, & Tourism & others for a FREE...
Lovewell State Park Sand Castle Contest
Sunday, June 19, 2016 (All day) Webber, KSThe 21st annual Sand Castle/Sculpture Contest at Lovewell State Park, Webber Kansas, is scheduled for Sunday, June 19th, 2016 at the Southwinds...
MoreLovewell State Park "Float Your Boat" Contest
Sunday, June 19, 2016 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm WEBBER, KSParticipants must design and build a cardboard boat (specifications will be available in early June), and bring it to the Southwinds Beach for the...
MoreWaconda Lake Fireworks show
Saturday, July 2, 2016 - 9:45pm to 10:30pm Glen Elder, KSFireworks show in association with the Waconda Firework Assoc.
MoreKansas Veterans & Family Reunion
Friday, July 15, 2016 - 6:00am to Sunday, July 17, 2016 - 12:00pm , KSWelcome to Kansas Veterans and Family Reunion
This year's reunion will be held on July 15-17, 2016
Held on Veterans Point,...
MoreNational Day of the Cowboy
Saturday, July 23, 2016 - 10:00am to 2:00pm Manhattan, KSCelebrate the American Cowboy at the Flint Hills Discovery Center. Meet rodeo queens, get your face painted, try your hand at horse shoes, barrel...
More7th Annual Shawnee County's Largest Workout @ Cylcovia Topeka
Friday, July 29, 2016 - 7:00pm to 8:30pm Topeka, KSTopeka, Shawnee County and surrounding county residents of all ages and abilities are encouraged to participate in the 7th annual community...
MoreTall Corn BBQ Contest
Friday, August 5, 2016 (All day) to Saturday, August 6, 2016 (All day) Rossville, KSRossville Tall Corn BBQ Contest is a Kansas City Barbecue Society (KCBS) sanctioned competition. Pit Masters smoke their specialty, Brisket,...
MoreLovewell State Park Fun Day
Saturday, August 6, 2016 - 7:00am to 6:00pm WEBBER, KS5K or 2 mile Fun Run/Walk, Co-Ed Mud Volleyball, Rock/Paper/Scissors Tournament, Sandpile Treasure Hunt Pre-Registration required for Mud...
MoreTall Corn Festival
Friday, August 12, 2016 (All day) to Sunday, August 14, 2016 (All day) Rossville, KSThe Tall Corn Festival is a celebration of the harvest and summer. Come out and enjoy the spirit of small towns, a parade down Main Street,...
MoreFREE Entry Day at Clinton State Park
Saturday, August 13, 2016 (All day) Lawrence, KSEnjoy the State Park without purchasing a daily vehicle permit TODAY!
MoreLovewell State Park Campground Christmas
Saturday, August 20, 2016 - 12:00pm to Sunday, August 21, 2016 - 11:00am WEBBER, KSCampers decorate their campsites and camping cabins in yuletide themes. The public is encouraged to view the decorations. Entries must register at...
MoreTuttle Creek OK Kids Day
Saturday, August 27, 2016 - 8:00am to 5:00pmA family friendly day of activities of fishing clinic, games, archery, bb guns, train, water games, and more. Activities free and free park...
MoreEvening on the Riverwalk
Saturday, August 27, 2016 - 7:00pm to 10:00pm Council Grove, KSEvening on the Riverwalk is an annual event on the Neosho Riverwalk in Council Grove, KS. Join us for a beautiful evening along the scenic Neosho...
MoreEvening on the Riverwalk
Saturday, August 27, 2016 - 7:00pm to 10:00pm Council Grove, KSEvening on the Riverwalk is an annual event on the Neosho Riverwalk in Council Grove, KS. Join us for a beautiful evening along the scenic Neosho...
MoreOK Kids Day - Animal Program @ Clinton State Park
Saturday, September 3, 2016 - 7:00pm to 8:00pm Lawrence, KSCome for the chance to get a close up look of our Live Animal’s on Display. Show-n-Tell @ Shelter #6 in Campground #3 from 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. (...
MoreFireworks on the Lake
Sunday, September 4, 2016 - 8:45pm to 9:15pm Cheney, KSFireworks on Labor Day Weekend ??? Why not!
The Ninnescah Sailing Association has been celebrating the end of the summer sailing...
MoreLovewell State Park 3D Archery Tournament
Sunday, September 11, 2016 - 9:00am to 1:00pm WEBBER, KS3D Archery Shoot begins at 8 am - Individuals compete on 14 station 3D archery range. Divisions for Men, Women, Youth. Steel Deer Target Contest...
MoreGrandparents Day Free Concert and Ice Cream Social
Sunday, September 11, 2016 - 1:00pm to 7:00pm Topeka, KSJoin us on Grandparents Day for some inter-generational fun! Grandparents get in for 1/2 price! We will have an awesome folk concert by Susan...
MoreGrandparent's Day Concert
Sunday, September 11, 2016 - 4:00pm to 6:00pm Overland Park, KSHelp us celebrate Grandparent's Day! Join us for children’s entertainment and fun for the whole family. It’s an excellent opportunity to...
MoreVoices of the Wind People Pageant
Friday, September 16, 2016 - 8:00pm Council Grove, KSJoin us in 2016 for our biennial production of the Voices of the Wind People Pageant. The pageant will be held in the old Neosho Riverbed at the...
MoreCouncil Grove Fall Festival on the Santa Fe Trail
Saturday, September 17, 2016 - 12:00pm to 6:00pm Council Grove, KSThis new festival will coincide with the Voices of the Wind People Pageant on September 16 and 17. Family friendly entertainment, food, and music...
MoreVoices of the Wind People Pageant
Saturday, September 17, 2016 - 8:00pm Council Grove, KSJoin us in 2016 for our biennial production of the Voices of the Wind People Pageant. The pageant will be held in the old Neosho Riverbed at the...
MoreGreat Kaw Adventure Race
Saturday, September 24, 2016 - 9:00am to 3:00pm Eudora, KSThe second annual Great Kaw Adventure Race is scheduled for September 24, 2016 and will include just over 30 miles of running, canoeing, and...
MoreWorldwide Day of Play Celebration!
Saturday, September 24, 2016 - 11:00am to 3:00pm Topeka, KSJoin us for a day of fun-filled activities at the Kansas Children's Discovery Center. We are celebrating the "Worldwide Day of Play...
MoreSnake Scales and Turtle Tales Animal Program
Saturday, September 24, 2016 - 7:00pm to 8:00pm Lawrence, KSCome join us at Shelter #6 in Campground #3 for an up close look at our Live Snakes & Turtles on display. We'll bring their cages out...
MoreOK Kids Day - Animal Program @ Clinton State Park
Saturday, September 24, 2016 - 7:00pm to 8:00pm Lawrence, KSCome for the chance to get a close up look of our Live Animal’s on Display. Show-n-Tell @ Shelter #6 in Campground #3 from 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. (...
MoreSnake Scales and Turtle Tales Animal Program
Saturday, October 1, 2016 - 7:00pm to 8:00pm Lawrence, KSCome join us at Shelter #6 in Campground #3 for an up close look at our Live Snakes & Turtles on display. We'll bring their cages out...
MoreSnake Scales and Turtle Tales Animal Program
Saturday, October 15, 2016 - 4:00pm to 5:00pm Lawrence, KSCome join us at Shelter #6 in Campground #3 for an up close look at our Live Snakes & Turtles on display. We'll bring their cages out...
MoreLittle Apple Glow Paddle
Saturday, October 29, 2016 - 5:00pm to 7:30pm Manhattan, KSThe Little Apple Glow Paddle is a group float on the Kansas River on October 29, 2016 from 5pm to 7:30PM. The float will end in darkness....
MoreToys 4 Tots Charity Crappie Tournament
Saturday, November 5, 2016 - 7:00am to 3:00pm Lawrence, KSThe Kansas Crappie Club will have their annual fundraiser for Toys 4 Tots at Clinton Lake. They will be launching from the Boat Ramp closest to...
MoreHoliday Luminary Walk
Friday, November 25, 2016 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSStroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 17th annual Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Holiday Luminary...
MoreHoliday Luminary Walk
Saturday, November 26, 2016 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSStroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 17th annual Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Holiday Luminary...
MoreHoliday Luminary Walk
Friday, December 2, 2016 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSStroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 17th annual Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Holiday Luminary...
MoreHoliday Luminary Walk
Saturday, December 3, 2016 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSStroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 17th annual Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Holiday Luminary...
MoreOrienteer Kansas Meet
Saturday, February 11, 2017 - 12:00pm to 5:00pm Lawrence, KSOrienteer Kansas will be using the North Short Trail System for a meet. The Start / Finish line will be in the Corp of Engineers Overlook Area...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Guided Hike
Sunday, February 12, 2017 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm Lawrence, KSClinton State Park and AmeriCorps invite you to join us for monthly hikes through the park every Second Sunday through the coming year. Each...
MoreTree Planting Ceremony and Sapling Giveaway
Saturday, April 29, 2017 - 11:00am to 7:30pm Overland Park, KSHelp us celebrate Arbor Day! Arbor Day celebrates planting and nurturing trees. Join Forest the Fox and help us celebrate by planting an Arbor Day...
MoreWebster State Park OK KIDS Day
Saturday, May 6, 2017 - 9:00am to 1:00pm Stockton, KSYouth Ages 4-12 are invited to attend the activities located throughout the park. They will be a fishing clinic, a skins and skulls presentation...
MoreKids Fishing Derby with the Clinton State Parks Fishing’s Future Chapter
Saturday, May 6, 2017 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Lawrence, KSRESCHEDULED FROM 4/22/17 - NOW 5/6/17
KDWPT/ Clinton State Park chapter of Fishing’s Future will host a Kid’s Fishing Derby on May 6, 2017...
Discover Salina Naturally
Sunday, May 7, 2017 - 11:00am to 4:00pm , KSMeet a pioneer or mountain man
Talk to a buffalo hunter
See a sophisticated telescope and view
the surface of the sun
...
National Train Day
Saturday, May 13, 2017 - 10:00am to 2:00pm Overland Park, KSChildren love to watch the trains! Learn about railroad history while you and your family enjoy our beautiful train garden, with its real caboose...
MoreStems Plein Air Sunset Paint
Friday, May 19, 2017 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSBe a part of this artistic tradition at the Arboretum. Artists who complete a plein air painting during the Stems Quick Paint event will be judged...
MoreEnchanted Forest
Saturday, May 27, 2017 (All day) to Monday, September 4, 2017 (All day) Overland Park, KSThey're back! This summer the Arboretum and Botanical Gardens are again home to the mystical domains of gnomes, fairies, elves, sprites,...
More3rd Annual Serious Fun Mud Run at the Kansas Children's Discovery Center!
Sunday, June 4, 2017 - 9:00am to 4:45pm Topeka, KSJoin us on June 4th for the 3rd Annual Serious Fun Mud Run!
The Serious Fun Mud Run is for anyone age 4+ and features running through...
MorePlein Air Art Fair
Sunday, June 4, 2017 - 11:00am to 5:00pm Overland Park, KSThis special Plein Air sales event will feature up to 30 individual artist tents placed prominently throughout the Arboretum for patrons to enjoy...
MoreSedgwick County Fair
Wednesday, July 5, 2017 - 9:00am to Saturday, July 8, 2017 - 11:45pm , KSOnce again, the fairgrounds in Cheney, Kansas will be home to the Sedgwick County Fair! Just a short drive west of Wichita on Highway 54, the...
MoreKansas Veterans and Family Reunion
Friday, July 21, 2017 (All day) to Sunday, July 23, 2017 (All day) , KSKansas Veterans and Family Reunion
MoreOK Kids - Archery Target Program @ Clinton State Park
Saturday, August 12, 2017 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm Lawrence, KSAt Archery Target Practice – at our Archery Range near the entrance of Campground #1. Come join us in trying out ARCHERY! Instructors will be...
MoreLabor Day Outdoor STEAM Activities
Monday, September 4, 2017 - 9:00am to 5:00pm Topeka, KSWe are open from 9 am - 5 pm on Labor Day! It's a great day to spend outside with family! Celebrate with us and explore our Outdoor Classroom...
MoreGrandparent's Day Concert
Sunday, September 10, 2017 - 4:00pm to 6:00pm Overland Park, KSJoin us for fun with the whole family. Children’s entertainment will help us celebrate Grandparent's Day. It’s an excellent opportunity to...
More2nd Annual Webster State Park Car Show
Saturday, September 16, 2017 - 8:00am to 3:00pm Stockton, KS2nd Annual Webster State Park Car Show, September 16, 2017. 8 am to 3 pm. Awards at 3 pm. $25 per vehicle to enter car in show. FREE park entrance...
MoreWorldwide Day of Play
Saturday, September 16, 2017 - 11:00am to 3:00pm Topeka, KSWorldwide Day of Play means it is time to get outside and play! Visit the Kansas Children's Discovery Center for an exciting day of play! We...
MoreBotanical Brewfest
Saturday, October 14, 2017 - 3:00pm to 8:00pm Overland Park, KSEnjoy the best selection of craft beers you won't find anywhere else. We'll have food, music, games and fun. Brewfest features many...
MoreMedical Heroes Appreciation 5K Run and Walk
Saturday, October 21, 2017 - 8:30am Topeka, KSOn Saturday October 21st from 8:30AM to 10:30AM, join CISCRP and Stormont Vail Health in celebrating Medical Heroes, study volunteers who...
MoreSpooky Playground
Saturday, October 21, 2017 - 11:00am to 3:00pm Topeka, KSKansas Children's Discovery Center is happy to once again participate in the Gage Park Halloween.
It is a spooky time of year! Come...
Spooky Playground
Saturday, October 28, 2017 - 11:00am to 3:00pm Topeka, KSKansas Children's Discovery Center is happy to once again participate in the Gage Park Halloween.
It is a spooky time of year! Come...
Luminary Walk
Friday, November 24, 2017 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSStroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 19th annual Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Holiday Luminary...
MoreLuminary Walk
Saturday, November 25, 2017 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSStroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 19th annual Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Holiday Luminary...
MoreLuminary Walk
Friday, December 1, 2017 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSStroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 19th annual Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Holiday Luminary...
MoreLuminary Walk
Saturday, December 2, 2017 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSStroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 19th annual Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Holiday Luminary...
MoreLuminary Walk
Friday, December 8, 2017 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSStroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 19th annual Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Holiday Luminary...
MoreLuminary Walk
Saturday, December 9, 2017 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSStroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 19th annual Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Holiday Luminary...
MorePomona State Park Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, March 31, 2018 - 11:00am to 2:00pm Vassar, KSPomona State Park Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Everyone welcome!
Bring your Easter basket.
Help us spring into action by bringing your...
Discover Salina Naturally Fair
Sunday, May 6, 2018 - 11:00am to 4:00pm Salina, KSThe Discover Salina Naturally Fair is a free event for families to learn and interact with many aspects of past, present, and future efforts with...
MoreEnchanted Faire
Saturday, June 2, 2018 - 4:00pm to 7:00pm Overland Park, KSGnomes, Fairies, Goblins and Sprites will be frolicking in the grove. Join them in your best enchanted costume. Enjoy treats, entertainment, photo...
MoreThe Great Kaw Adventure Race
Saturday, September 29, 2018 - 9:00am Eudora, KSThe Great Kaw Adventure Race is an orienteering based, cognitive, and physical challenge event. Challenges could be trivia about Eudora's...
MoreBotanical Brewfest
Saturday, October 13, 2018 - 4:00pm to 8:00pm Overland Park, KSJoin us for the 5th annual Botanical Brewfest. Beers from over 40 breweries, presenting over 100 beers for tasting. Food, music, games and fun....
MoreLuminary Walk
Friday, November 23, 2018 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSStroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 19th annual Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Holiday Luminary...
MoreLuminary Walk
Saturday, November 24, 2018 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSStroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 19th annual Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Holiday Luminary...
MoreLuminary Walk
Friday, November 30, 2018 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSStroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 19th annual Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Holiday Luminary...
MoreLuminary Walk
Saturday, December 1, 2018 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSStroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 19th annual Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Holiday Luminary...
MoreLuminary Walk
Friday, December 7, 2018 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSStroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 19th annual Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Holiday Luminary...
MoreLuminary Walk
Saturday, December 8, 2018 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSStroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 19th annual Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Holiday Luminary...
MoreTrails That Connect Us - Open House
Friday, April 26, 2019 - 5:00pm to 8:00pm Lawrence, KSJOIN FREE STATE FOR “TRAILS THAT CONNECT US”
Friday April 26th 5-8PM *** Free State Brewing Co. 1923 Moodie Road, Lawrence, KS
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MoreLindsborg Midsummer's Festival
Saturday, June 15, 2019 - 3:00pm , KSHave you ever witnessed traditional Swedish dancing? It is a true art form! It will not only amaze you but also delight! Join us for this year...
MoreTunes + Tallgrass: Moonrise Kingdom
Friday, June 21, 2019 - 6:30pm to 11:00pm Wichita, KSWichita Art Museum and Tallgrass Film Festival join together for the 7th annual outdoor movie night. "Moonrise Kingdom" is the seventh...
MoreFamily ArtVenture: Art Outdoors
Saturday, June 22, 2019 - 11:00am to 3:00pm Wichita, KSFamily ArtVenture: Art Outdoors
Drop in anytime or stay the whole day with us for family art making and fun. Explore special activities and...
Marmaton Massacre Mountain Bike Festival
Saturday, July 13, 2019 (All day) to Sunday, July 14, 2019 (All day) , KS6th Annual Marmaton Massacre Mountain Bike Festival and Kansas State Mountain Bike Championship at Gunn Park Trails in Ft. Scott.
A awesome...
MoreThe Great Kaw Adventure Race
Saturday, September 28, 2019 - 9:00am Eudora, KSThe Great Kaw Adventure Race is an orienteering based, cognitive, and physical challenge event. Challenges could be trivia about Eudora's...
MoreOld Prairie Town Christmas
Saturday, December 14, 2019 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm , KSStart a new holiday tradition for your family. Old Prairie Town will be filled with lights and activities around every corner. Visit the Lingo...
MoreWichita Riverfest
Friday, May 29, 2020 (All day) to Saturday, June 6, 2020 (All day) , KSA week of art, 5k and 10k runs, parade, classic car show, music and fun along the river in downtown Wichita
MoreOutdoors Activities During Covid-19
Thursday, October 1, 2020 (All day) , KSDue to Covid-19, most organized outdoor activities have either been canceled or postponed to a later date. The GetOutdoorsKansas team encourages...
More2nd Annual Coronado Heights Kite Fly
Saturday, April 23, 2022 - 10:00am to 4:00pm , KSWhether you are artsy or outdoorsy, and 3 or 73, this event is for you! Meet at Coronado Heights, just northwest of Lindsborg. You can come and...
MoreMusic by the Mill
Saturday, October 22, 2022 - 4:00pm to 6:00pm Lindsborg, KSEnjoy live music and support the Lindsborg Old Mill and Swedish Heritage Museum from 4:00-6:00pm.
•Live music from Old Man Lingonberry...