Things to Do in Manhattan, KS. Today's events & festivals

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Mon 4/22

Jurors Summons for 4/22/24 is now scheduled to appear on 4/23/24 @ 8:30 a

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Mon 4/22 @ 12:00 am
Manhattan, KS. Courthouse, KS, Manhattan, 66502, 100 Courthouse Plaza

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Sloth Bear Keeper Chat

Sat 4/13 @ 10:00 am [ +2 dates]
Manhattan, KS. Sloth Bear training wall. Learn more!, KS, Manhattan, 66502

Sun 4/21

Worship: 2024 — Manhattan Presbyterian Church

Sun 4/21 @ 10:00 am [ +1 dates]
Manhattan, KS. Union Hall, 330 Poyntz Avenue Manhattan, KS, 66502 United St..

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Wine in the Wild Tickets

Sat 4/20 @ 9:00 am
Manhattan, KS. Event Location, KS, Manhattan, 66502, 2333 Oak St

Mon 4/22

Intergovernmental Luncheon

Mon 4/22 @ 12:00 pm
Manhattan, KS. Event Location, KS, Manhattan, 66506, K-State Student Union

Sun 4/21

Sloth Bear Feedings

Purchase your ticket the the ticket booth or concession stand

Sun 4/14 @ 2:00 pm [ +2 dates]
Manhattan, KS. Sloth Bear Training Wall - Expedition Asia, KS, Manhattan, 6..

Sun 4/21

Asian Small-clawed Otter Keeper Chat

Sun 4/14 @ 12:00 pm [ +2 dates]
Manhattan, KS. Otter exhibit, KS, Manhattan, 66502, 2333 Oak St

Thu 4/25

Jury Still Needed to Report

Mon 4/15 @ 12:00 am [ +1 dates]
Manhattan, KS. Courthouse, KS, Manhattan, 66502, 100 Courthouse Plaza

Mon 4/22

Historic Resources Board

The purpose of the Historic Resources Board is to encourage the preservation, restoration and rehabilitation of historic properties within the City through the designation sites, structures, and...

Mon 4/22 @ 4:00 pm
Manhattan, KS. City Commission Room, City Hall, KS, Manhattan, 66502, 1101..

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Maned Wolf Keeper Chat

Sat 4/13 @ 3:00 pm [ +1 dates]
Manhattan, KS. Maned Wolf exhibit, KS, Manhattan, 66502, 2333 Oak St

Sun 4/21

White-handed Gibbon Keeper Chat

Sun 4/14 @ 11:00 am [ +2 dates]
Manhattan, KS. White-handed Gibbon exhibit, KS, Manhattan, 66502, 2333 Oak..

Thu 4/25

Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board Work Session

The Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board was created in March 1976, through an interlocal agreement between City Commission Riley County Commission, to provide for coordinated planning within a...

Thu 4/25 @ 6:00 pm
Manhattan, KS. City Commission Room , KS, Manhattan, 66502, 1101 Poyntz Ave..

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American White Pelican Keeper Chat

Sat 4/13 @ 11:30 am [ +5 dates]
Manhattan, KS. America's loop, KS, Manhattan, 66502, 2333 Oak St

Wed 4/24

MHA Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting

Wed 4/24 @ 5:30 pm
Manhattan, KS. Public Library, KS, Manhattan, 66502

Tue 4/23

City Commission Work Session

The governing and legislative body of the city is Commission, comprised of five commissioners who are elected at large on partisan basis. determines all matters of policy and approves all city...

Tue 4/23 @ 6:00 pm
Manhattan, KS. City Hall, City Commission Room, KS, Manhattan, 66502, 1101..

Sun 4/21

Spotted Hyena Keeper Chat

Sun 4/14 @ 10:30 am [ +2 dates]
Manhattan, KS. Spotted Hyena exhibit, KS, Manhattan, 66502, 2333 Oak St

Sun 4/21

Chimpanzee Keeper Chat

Sun 4/14 @ 3:30 pm [ +2 dates]
Manhattan, KS. Chimpanzee exhibit, KS, Manhattan, 66502, 2333 Oak St

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Malayan Tiger Keeper Chat

Sat 4/13 @ 3:30 pm [ +2 dates]
Manhattan, KS. Tiger Training Wall in Expedition Asia, KS, Manhattan, 66502..

Sun 4/21

Red Panda Keeper Chat

Sun 4/14 @ 10:00 am [ +2 dates]
Manhattan, KS. Red Panda exhibit, KS, Manhattan, 66502, 2333 Oak St

TODAY

Gray Kangaroo Feeding

Purchase your feeding ticket at the ticket booth or concession stand.

Fri 4/12 @ 11:30 am [ +7 dates]
Manhattan, KS. Australian Outback Exhibit - Main Entrance (near Hyena Exhib..

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Australia Animals Keeper Chat

Sat 4/13 @ 2:30 pm [ +2 dates]
Manhattan, KS. Australian Outback exhibit , KS, Manhattan, 66502, 2333 Oak..

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Party for An Earth Day Celebration

It’s an Earth Day celebration surrounding the conservation efforts of Sunset Zoo community. from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Regular admission rates apply. FOSZ members receive Single-use admission...

Sat 4/20 @ 9:30 am
Manhattan, KS. Event Location, KS, Manhattan, 66502, 2333 Oak St

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Ring-tailed Lemur Keeper Chat

Sat 4/13 @ 11:00 am [ +2 dates]
Manhattan, KS. Lemur exhibit, KS, Manhattan, 66502, 2333 Oak St

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4Riley, KS at 15 mi

Welcome To Manhattan, KS

Experience Fun-Filled Midwest Culture in Manhattan, KS

Home to Kansas State University, the college community lies along the confluence of the Big Blue and the Kansas Rivers in the northeastern region of the state. The first European settlements were established here in the 1850s. The rivers and Tuttle Creek Reservoir provide abundant outdoor recreation options that include boating, fishing and camping. Other local interesting destinations include the Flint Hills Discovery Center and the Sunset Zoo.

Things To Do

Throughout the summer months, music lovers attend the concerts featured in City Park during the annual Arts in the Park series. Every Friday night, a different artist or band performs. The types of music presented also vary each week.

The annual Manhattan Juneteenth Festival celebrates freedom, community and family along with the contributions made by African-American citizens. Activities include a Community Unity Walk, a soul food contest, a car wash contest and continual live concerts. Children's activities include a bike race, a bike rodeo and inflatable play areas.

For three days at the end of June, Country Music fans flock to Tuttle Creek State Park to enjoy the Kicker Country Stampede. The lineup features a variety of well-known recording artists in addition to local and regional talent. Activities also include a songwriter's contests. Attending vendors offer beverages, food and merchandise.

July means the commencement of the annual Riley County Fair. The event attracts thousands who enjoy participating in the humorous pedal tractor pull and other activities. The fairgrounds also features a carnival, food and merchandise vendors, the Kaw Valley Rodeo and nightly entertainment.

In August, Kansas State University hosts the annual Rhythm and Brews Music Festival in Manhattan City Park. Visitors enjoy sipping on craft beer while hearing the concerts provided by Bluegrass, Jazz and Neo-funk bands. Youngsters stay entertained by a balloon artist, inflatable play areas and face painting.