Next top Must-Attend Events in Kansas for April and May 2019

Thanks to the hard work of the state's early settlers, Kansas is a region rich in agricultural and recreational opportunities. Fun-seekers who want to see more than prairies and farms won't have to look hard, however. The state is rich in cultural events, theater productions, musical festivals and fascinating museums.

May 2019 May - Jun 2019 Wichita

Wichita River Festival

May 31-June 8 at Riverfest 2019
Wichita, KS

This gala annual event begins at the end of May and spans nine days filled with musical entertainment provided by dozens of live bands. Adults and children alike enjoy the large selection of food and interesting arts and crafts vendors along with parades, cultural events and shows that place right on the river.

Jun 2019 Salina

Smoky Hill River Festival Four Rivers Craft Show

on June 13-16, 2019
Oakdale Park Salina, KS 67401 in Salina, KS

The festival presents a potpourri of culture and arts for three days during the middle of June. Enjoy traditional foods and live performances along with a schedule of special events. Sit back and hear the music, browse through the art displays and participate in one of many activities.

Jun 2019 Manhattan

Country Stampede

June 20 - 22, 2019
Tuttle Creek State Park Manhattan, KS 66502 in Manhattan, KS

Outdoor enthusiasts especially enjoy this four-day event that centers around camping at the Tuttle Creek State Park while offering live country music. Campers arrive during the latter part of June to indulge in a large selection of foods, a swinging saloon, craft displays and various activities for all ages.

970 events

411 events

299 events

288 events

177 events

160 events

160 events

153 events

153 events

135 events

124 events

122 events

93 events

82 events

77 events

74 events

72 events

65 events

60 events

60 events

58 events

56 events

55 events

51 events

1 cities

4 cities

4 cities

7 cities

7 cities

1 cities

7 cities

7 cities

2 cities

3 cities

1 cities

3 cities

1 cities

3 cities

6 cities

2 cities

5 cities

5 cities

13 cities

5 cities

6 cities

1 cities

5 cities

3 cities

1 cities

1 cities

4 cities

2 cities

1 cities

1 cities

10 cities

3 cities

4 cities

14 cities

5 cities

1 cities

3 cities

3 cities

4 cities

2 cities

For a look into the state's history, visitors can't go wrong with the Kansas Museum of History. The museum highlights the exciting history of Kansas, from prehistoric times to the modern era. Highlights of the museum include a 1950s diner, train cars and Civil War flags from African-American regiments. History buffs who want a deeper look at an important figure from Kansas' history should pay a visit to the Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum. Visitors can begin their tour with an informative video presentation detailing Eisenhower's life. Inside the museum, pictures and interactive computer stations take visitors back to the days of Eisenhower's presidency.

To return to the Space Age, Kansas tourists can spend some time at the Kansas Cosmosphere and Space Center. Artifacts from the Apollo, Mercury and Gemini missions can be found within the museum's walls. The museum also contains a large collection of artifacts from Russia's space program.

For outdoor excursions, travelers can head to the Cimarron National Grassland. This public land allows for plenty of recreational activities, including camping, horseback riding, fishing and bird watching. The grassland is also home to a population of rare lesser prairie chickens. Lake Scott State Park is an oasis in the dry Kansas prairies, allowing visitors a chance to enjoy a variety of lake activities, including canoeing and paddle boating. The park is also known for its abundant reptile, fox and deer populations.

Visitors who want to spend time with more exotic wildlife might enjoy a trip to the Sedgwick County Zoo, Kansas' most popular outdoor attraction. At the “Pride of the Plains” exhibit, visitors can observe a collection of animals from Africa in a naturalistic habitat, including lions and meerkats. The “Tiger Trek” exhibit houses red pandas and a variety of tiger species.

Top destinations for this weekend!

Weekend in Wichita
188 events and shows this weekend
Weekend in Overland Park
91 events and shows this weekend
Weekend in Lawrence
66 events and shows this weekend
Weekend in Topeka
41 events and shows this weekend
Weekend in Olathe
38 events and shows this weekend
Weekend in Manhattan
33 events and shows this weekend

Photo credit:

Sharon Mollerus / ·tlc∙ / Kansas Poetry (Patrick) / Kansas Poetry (Patrick) / CharNewcomb / photoguyinmo / timsamoff / aldenjewell / aaronx / The U.S. National Archives / MsAnthea / ercwttmn / Delany Dean / Nate Hofer / The U.S. National Archives / wikipedia / KansasScanner / KellyK / wikipedia / YearZ3ro / kansasphoto / davedehetre

Close Logout

User Profile

Next top Must-Attend Events in Kansas

Wichita River Festival

Smoky Hill River Festival Four Rivers Craft Show

Country Stampede

Main cities in Kansas

Counties in Kansas

Wichita River Festival

Smoky Hill River Festival Four Rivers Craft Show

Country Stampede

Login