Third Thursday

🎉 Downtown Manhattan’s Third Thursdays are back! 🎉
The streets come alive with art, music, food, and community—turning downtown into a vibrant street fair and maker’s market filled with creativity.

✨ Bring your crew — friends, family, kids, and curious minds — and dive into an evening of hands-on activities, local flavor, and unforgettable vibes.

🎨 This month’s highlights:

• Incredible local artists & makers — including two brand-new featured artists!

• Live music, activities, and fun hosted by Switch Wicked, Manhattan Brewing Company, Finn’s, and Tallgrass Taphouse

• Wonder Workshop at the Brain Station (AJ’s Platform) with creative kids’ activities

• Returning favorites like the Cake Walk, sidewalk musicians, and surprise performances

🕔 When & Where:
Thursday • 5–8pm • Right in the heart of Downtown Manhattan

🌟 Each month brings something new — so mark your calendar, gather your people, and come experience the magic of Third Thursdays!🍂 Don’t miss the grand finale of Third Thursdays on October 16th, happening alongside the Big Little Apple Street Festival! This epic night will feature a classic Car Show, Wareham Hall’s Sign Off event, the unforgettable Nordic Thunder Air Guitar Competition, and a high-energy Street Dance with Elton Dan & the Rocket Band. It’s the biggest Third Thursday of the year — and the perfect way to close out the season in style!

Business Showcase

Tallgrass Taphouse – Pint Sized Education, each half hour on the Patio – 5:30, 6:30 & 7:30 pm – First come, first serve – approx. 15 min each – Purchase drinks from their platform!

Switch Wicked – Hosting “The Sounds of Many” – Live music inside!

Finn’s Neighborhood Pub – Drink specials – $12 Domestic 60oz pitchers & $16 Premium 60oz pitchers – Music at 8 pm – Mike Greim Live

Manhattan Brewing Co – Oktoberfest Kick Off with the Sound Of Music Sing-A-Long!! Dress up in your favorite Sound of Music costume and get ready to belt out your favorite tunes from the movie! Tapping of the first cask of Festbier with Peter Oppelt – Live Music on the Patio 20% off for Teachers and School Staff

Daughter of Dephi – $1 off all Essential Oil products – Free 1 Card Tarot pull – Reiki Chair healing session for $30.00

Flight Crew Coffee – Open till 8pm

Wareham Hall – Offering a never-before-seen look at the renovation plans alongside historical artifacts and other exhibits that showcase the theatre’s history. Guests can enjoy a complimentary beverage and appetizers while exploring the exhibits.

Elevated – Open till 8pm

The Boutique – 3rd Thursday Threads – 50% –  75% off

Fragrant Blends – Giveaways, open till 8pm

Manhatchet – Open Late

Brown’s Shoe Fit – Open Late til 8 pm

Sunflower Casa – Featuring a special Children’s activity with a progressive mural

Gaia Salon -will feature a fun sensory experience so be sure to step inside!

Texas Roadhouse – back with their crew – Line dancing & games on the SE corner of 4th & Poyntz

Village Geek – Serving up cold brew and live demonstrations  

4th Street Open House – Don’t forget to swing around the corner and check out these fantastic businesses!

Therapie – Open until 8pm – $1 off pie slices!

River Heights Yarn Co. – Open Late

Revelry Thread Co. – OPEN LATE until 8pm, sale rack on sidewalk with BOGO 50% off

Flint Hills Antiques & Crafts – OPEN LATE until 8pm – 30% off Everything!