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SUMMARY:Zen Brass @ First United Methodist Church
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to welcome Zen Brass to First United Methodist Church for an evening of outstanding live music!\n\n\nThis American brass septet brings together talented musicians for a rich and energetic concert you won’t want to miss. Invite a friend and join us!\n\n\n\n Tuesday\, September 1\n 7:30 PM\n First United Methodist Church 612 Poyntz Ave – Manhattan KS
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/zen-brass-first-united-methodist-church/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church\, 612 Poyntz Ave\, Manhattan\, Kansas\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Family Friendly,Free to the public,Indoor Activity,Music
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SUMMARY:Little Apple Pride - Drag Pub Crawl
DESCRIPTION:Time & Location\n\n\nSep 03\, 2026\, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM \nDowntown Manhattan\, Scrub Haven 121 S. 4th St. Suite 102 Manhattan\, KS \nAbout the event\n\n\n\nCome to our 2nd Semi-Annual Drag Pub Crawl! Check-in at Scrub Haven to pick up your passport and then make your way through the participating locations to see the queens perform. \n \nManhattan Brewing Co. \nFinn’s Neighborhood Pub \nSwitch Wicked \nSNW Gallery \nScrub Haven \n \nTickets include a small custom cocktail or mocktail (depending on ticket type) and a performance from a queen at each location. Please bring cash for tips and to vote for your favorite drink. \n \nThis is a fundraiser for Little Apple Pride. \nVisit website for ticket info – https://www.littleapplepride.org/event-details-1/drag-pub-crawl-2026?fbclid=IwY2xjawT-1UhwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4kTmPNGHNP1CYN16Bb0MJogKYxG4F_OXZhNXBlgfj2uftLxHnI6cy-UOcuag_aem_teCm_bz1qQHMpcTA8B-iZQ
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/little-apple-pride-drag-pub-crawl/
LOCATION:Little Apple Pride
CATEGORIES:Adults,Comedy,Music,Ticketed event
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SUMMARY:Purple Power Play 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2026 kick-off to fall and sports in Manhattan\, Kansas with Purple Power Play!\nLive music\, food trucks\, inflatables\, along with the Pride of Wildcat Land\, Classy Cats\, Cheerleaders\, Coaches and Players from a variety of K-State teams. And don’t forget to wait until the end for the fireworks display.
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/purple-power-play-2026/
LOCATION:Blue Earth Plaza\, Colorado St.\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Family Friendly,Free to the public,Fun & Games,Kids,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T130000
DTSTAMP:20260723T190221Z
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SUMMARY:Art Exhibit & SALE
DESCRIPTION:Manhattan Watercolor Studio\nArt Exhibit & SALE\n9:00 am – 1:00 pm\nEvery Saturday in September – 5th\, 12th\, 19th\, &26th\nStrasser Village Meeting Room – 300 N. 4th Street\nAcross from Farmers Market\nTalk with talented artists while they do what they do best\, paint! See and enjoy our art! Meet our artists – we’re not scary. Own a piece of original art by local artists! \nSee different ART every week! – There will be a variety of ART and price levels – \n\nReady to hang matted and framed\nMatted and un-matted originals\nNote cards\nWatercolor earrings\n\nSupport ART in the Manhattan Area!
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/art-exhibit-sale/
LOCATION:Strasser Village\, 300 N 4th\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art,Family Friendly,Free to the public,Retail
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SUMMARY:Final Third Thursday Event of 2026!
DESCRIPTION:🕔 When & Where:September 17th | 5–8 PMRight in the heart of Downtown Manhattan – 300 & 400 along Poyntz Ave & along North & South 4th Street\n🎉 Get Downtown for our final Third Thursday of the season! 🎉 \nThird Thursdays bring fresh energy\, creativity\, and connection to the streets. Each month\, downtown transforms into a lively\, family-friendly celebration of the arts—featuring live performances\, artist demonstrations\, hands-on activities\, and a vibrant maker’s market atmosphere. \n \n🎨 Highlights include:• 6th annual Air Guitar Competition with Nordic Thunder• The Great Inflatable Suit Race sponsored by J&C Imaging• Beloved favorites like the Pie Eating Contest sponsored by Ther-a-pie\, sidewalk musicians\, pop-up performances\, artists\, makers and live demonstrations!\nSign up below for the Great Inflatable Suit Race – 3 Divisions – \nAges 6 – 10 / 11- 17 /  18 & up\n🌟 Every Third Thursday offers something new to discover. Mark your calendar\, gather your people\, and join us as downtown comes alive—again and again.
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/third-thursdays-in-downtown-mhk-4/
LOCATION:Downtown Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art,Family Friendly,Food & Drinks,Fun & Games,Kids,Music,Outdoor Event
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SUMMARY:Cups of Connection Social Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, Sept. 24th – 6 – 8pm – \nFlight Crew Coffee 423 Poyntz Ave\, Manhattan KS 66502\nCups of Connection is a simple\, fun evening built around good coffee\, handcrafted mugs\, and meeting someone new.\nYou’ll choose a handmade ChickaBee Pottery mug without knowing where its match is. Then we’ll reveal the pairs\, and you’ll find the person holding the matching mug. Your mug is yours to keep\, and you’ll order something good to drink from Flight Crew Coffee’s curated menu while you get to know each other.\nThis isn’t a singles event or a networking event. It’s simply a chance to show up as yourself\, share a cup\, and connect with someone you might never have met otherwise.\nTickets – https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.flightcrewcoffee.com%2Fevents-1%3Ffbclid%3DIwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEwTEFrVGhvMlowYldqajVzc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHpAn3A9bj5pJu6vKPeCMYUAk0_3A5OR9DpuA75CilyME7gY5nAEeeRTx516p_aem_qLMd9We91q8SVhCsyRFdvw&h=AUBId-clbBWnvMdIhJYz7DMa5mKdpIIse0ufoPhodWbHg4OW4oElptQre8QBzhDGibtddynHf2vXDLCC0HdDqa49lOoGJE_G4J2yqC_9ug-NS_2DZ0WXw7-wpA-EWM6TmJNhDttjRJI
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/cups-of-connection-social-networking-event/
LOCATION:Flight Crew Coffee\, 423 Poyntz Ave\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Educational,Indoor Activity,Ticketed event
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SUMMARY:52nd Annual Pumpkin Patch Craft Fair at MTC
DESCRIPTION:About Pumpkin Patch Arts and Craft Fair\n\n\n\n\nJoin the women of the Alpha Eta Chapter of Alpha Delta Pi for the 52nd Annual Pumpkin Patch Arts & Crafts Fair on Saturday\, October 3\, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.\nThis cherished Manhattan tradition will once again fill Poyntz Avenue and the Manhattan Town Center with talented artisans\, makers\, and shoppers for a day of creativity\, community\, and giving. Rain or shine\, explore a wide variety of handmade\, homemade\, and refurbished goods\, including original artwork\, home décor\, jewelry\, seasonal treasures\, specialty foods\, gifts\, and so much more.\nProceeds from the event benefit Ronald McDonald House of Wichita and the Alpha Delta Pi Foundation\, supporting families in need and advancing the philanthropic mission of Alpha Delta Pi.\nWhether you’re searching for one-of-a-kind finds\, kicking off your holiday shopping\, or simply enjoying a fun day in Downtown Manhattan\, the Pumpkin Patch Arts & Crafts Fair offers something for everyone. Come shop local\, support talented vendors\, and make a difference in your community at the 52nd Annual Pumpkin Patch Arts & Crafts Fair!
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/52nd-annual-pumpkin-patch-craft-fair-at-mtc/
LOCATION:Manhattan Town Center\, 100 Manhattan Town Ctr\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Family Friendly,Free to the public,Indoor Activity,Retail
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SUMMARY:12 Drinks of Christmas - Downtown Manhattan
DESCRIPTION:The 12 Drinks of Christmas Slow Crawl kicks off on November 7th! \n\nParticipating Downtown establishments are serving up exclusive\, holiday-inspired drinks through January 3rd\, 2027!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWith 2 whole months to complete your Passport\, you can enjoy each location’s festive drink at your own pace.\nVisit each participating spot\, present your Passport to try their exclusive drink\, and collect a stamp.\nWhen you’ve completed your Passport\, return it to our Downtown Manhattan office to receive a commemorative glass (while supplies last)!\nStay tuned for more details! 
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/12-drinks-of-christmas-downtown-manhattan-2/
LOCATION:Downtown Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Adults,Food & Drinks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T170000
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SUMMARY:Bacon Battle 2026 @ Manhattan Brewing Company
DESCRIPTION:BACON BATTLE 2026!!!\nIntroducing the Inaugural Bacon Battle!!!! The best and only bacon competition in Manhattan!!\nThe competition will be held on Saturday\, November 14th from 5 pm to 10 pm on 4th Street in Downtown Manhattan. Come see who has the BEST Bacon Dish in Manhattan! 15 restaurants will compete for a Peoples Choice and Judges Choice award that each comes with a $500 cash prize and a Bacon Battle Championship Trophy.\nTickets are $20 and include 15 bacon tickets\, 1 bacon ticket gets you 1 bacon dish from one of the restaurants.\nThis is an ALL AGES event so bring the whole family and vote on who you think will BRING HOME THE BACON TROPHY!!!
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/bacon-battle-2026-manhattan-brewing-company/
LOCATION:Manhattan Brewing Co.\, 406 Poyntz Ave.\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Family Friendly,Food & Drinks,Fun & Games,Outdoor Event,Ticketed event
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