The Flint Hills Discovery Center (FHDC) opens an exclusive temporary exhibit on Saturday, January 10. Grassland Mini-Golf invites guests to discover the rich ecology of the tallgrass prairie as they play through nine minigolf holes. Score a hole-in-one and discover a story about prairie plants, animals, and the delicate balance of this unique ecosystem. Navigate the […]
Quilts: 250 years of an American Artform - presented by Konza Prairie Quilters' Guild In recognition of 2026 National Quilting Day, you are invited to join the Konza Prairie Quilters' Guild at the Downtown Parade of Quilts. When: March 21st - April 4th Where:Participating Downtown Businesses in Downtown Manhattan, KS. (List coming soon) Explore Downtown […]
Join us for our Comedy Improv Workshops—happening every two weeks at the library! Our next session is April 2 at 7 PM. These workshops are open to the public, and […]
✨ Opening New Art Exhibit – Downtown Manhattan! ✨ Join us for an inspiring evening celebrating creativity and community on Saturday, April 4th from 5–7 pm Showcasing artwork in both […]
🎨✨ Downtown Art Walk is Back! ✨🎨 Join us for an evening of creativity, community, and local talent at our Art Walk on 📅 Saturday, April 4th 🕔 5:00 – […]
Spring Open House is back and we are SO ready for it! Join us Saturday, April 11th during business hours for a day of deals, refreshments, and good vibes all across the neighborhood. Last year 18 of our downtown shops open their doors with hot spring deals, and this year is shaping up to be […]
Refresh your wardrobe the sustainable way Bring a top—shirt, jacket, blazer (one or a few) and swap it for something new-to-you. Come share, trade, and give clothes a second life […]
Activism for Everyone with Nate Birkhead Tue Apr 14th | 7-8:30pm Join Dr. Nate Birkhead, Associate Professor and Department Head of Political Science at Kansas State University, for an conversation about how everyone can effectively engage in the democratic process. Learn how to navigate government systems, advocate for issues that matter to you and make […]
Pink Up the Pace is Downtown’s annual run for breast cancer research. The proceeds from the race go to the Johnson Cancer Research Center. The race route begins in front […]
Price: free and open to all Date:Â Saturday April 18th at 4 PM Location: Manhattan Presbyterian Church (530 Poyntz Avenue) Description: Join us for a free chamber music concert performed by […]
Join us for After Hours Jam Night at Switch Wicked Studios, a chill and beginner-friendly acoustic jam hosted by the Mighty Fine Jam Crew. We’ll have lyrics and chords projected […]
Flint Hills Festival Saturday, May 2 10 am to 5 pm Flint Hills Discovery Center & Blue Earth Plaza, 315 S. 3rd St. www.flinthillsdiscovery.org/festival Experience the culture and beauty of the […]
Frog Wizard Festival 2026  Sat May 2, 2026 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM Frog Wizard Festival Grounds – 4th Street (Downtown Manhattan, KS), 66502 Frog Wizard Festival returns to Downtown Manhattan on Saturday, May 2, 2026 for a full day of live music, community, and high-energy performances in the heart of the city. Produced by Switch Wicked in collaboration with Manhattan […]
On May 2, the The Museum of Art + Light transforms for one unforgettable night. Multiple digital exhibitions will be simultaneously — Picasso Art in Motion, EMULATION: Selections from Art Blocks 500, Interference: The Interactive Art of Daniel Rozin + Picasso on Paper in a full-sensory takeover of art, sound, motion, and energy after dark. […]