Soulful Noise: Celebrating Together through Song and Sustenance
2025-11-02 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Museum of Art and Light, 316 Pierre St., Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Join MoA+L for a free chorale performance featuring varied community and congregational choirs for a one-hour performance celebrating, home, sanctuary, community and gathering together (as inspired by themes present in the exhibition, Crafting Sanctuaries: Black Spaces of the Great Depression South Following the performance, will be access to locally owned food trucks. This event is presented in collaboration with the Black Entrepreneurs of the Flint Hills (BEFH) and Yuma Street Cultural Center (YSCC) with support of the interfaith community of communities.
Museum of Art + Light, museum atrium and Gather Together Lounge (first floor)
November 2nd – 4:00 – 6:00 pm (Free)

Holiday Open House & Musical Art Walk
2025-11-08 10:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Manhattan
Downtown’s largest shopping day of the year is here!
Kick off the holiday season by eating, drinking, and shopping local with all your favorite Downtown businesses. Don’t miss the holiday ensembles from Manhattan Symphony Orchestra throughout the neighborhood!
Details regarding participating businesses will be added soon!Open House hours are subject to individual business hours.

Veteran's Day Parade
2025-11-11 11:00 - 12:00 | Flint Hills Veterans Coalition
Veterans Day Parade
While many realize that Veterans Day, which always falls on November 11, is a day to honor our Veterans, few realize the historical significance behind the day.Veterans Day originated as Armistice Day and marked the end of hostilities of World War I that occurred at the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month. Therefore, the day is always recognized on November 11th, regardless of the day of the week the 11th In 1919. President Wilson commemorated the first Armistice Day with these words:
“To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country’s service and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of the nations…”
The day was originally set aside to honor the Veterans of World War I with a day of parades and remembrances as well as a pause in activities at 11am.
The Veterans Day parade held in Manhattan is our State’s largest celebration of service. It is sponsored by the Flint Hills Veterans Coalition offering the public the opportunity to show their support for those who serve on our nation’s most visible stage. To conduct the parade the Flint Hills Veterans Coalition works in partnership with the Kansas State Army ROTC, Ft. Riley, USO, and other organizations. We are thankful for the tremendous support of those who participate and those who donate to honor those who have given so much.

Register TODAY for the Flint Hills Veterans Day Parade 2025. https://flinthillsveterans.org/ for registration information and form.
Vehicles, floats, walking groups, if you are a patriot – we want you to join us! Parade participation is absolutely FREE. .

12 Drinks of Christmas - Downtown Manhattan
2025-11-13 - 2025-12-18 | Downtown Manhattan
The 12 Drinks of Christmas Slow Crawl kicks off on November 13th!

Participating Downtown establishments are serving up exclusive, holiday-inspired drinks through December 18th.

With a whole month to complete your Passport, you can enjoy each location’s festive drink at your own pace. Visit each participating spot, present your Passport to try their exclusive drink, and collect a stamp. When you’ve completed your Passport, return it to our Downtown Manhattan office to receive a commemorative glass (while supplies last)!

How to Join:
Purchase here via link – https://form.jotform.com/marketinghistoricdowntown/12-drinks-passport-2025
Passports will be available for pickup at Flight Crew Coffee – 423 Poyntz Ave – you will need to show proof of purchase to pick up your passport.

Happy sipping, and enjoy a festive season with the 12 Drinks of Christmas Slow Crawl!

Adult Free forum at Manhattan Public Library
2025-11-18 18:30 - 20:00 | Manhattan Public Library, 629 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Groesbeck Meeting Room

Tuesday, November 18, 2025
6:30pm–8:00pm

Program Type:
Library Events

Age Group:
Adults

Program Description
Event Details

Relax and reduce stress by hanging out at your local library. On 3rd Tuesday nights, we will have a variety of activities available from arts & crafts to games to conversation starters. Have some snacks, make some friends, and stay connected with this community. All are welcome. Come and go from 6:30-8:00 p.m. in the Groesbeck Meeting Room.

Science on Tap featuring Jacob Yetter
2025-11-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Manhattan Brewing Co., 406 Poyntz Ave., Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Fly over to Manhattan Brewing Company on November 19 at 7 pm for this month’s Science on Tap featuring Jacob Yetter, Conservation Ranching Program Manager for The National Audubon Society. Grab a beer and nest-le in to learn how ranchers, grasslands, and conservation can be birds of a feather by flocking together!

Music & Motion: K-STATE Faculty Showcase Series
2025-11-20 18:00 - 19:30 | Museum of Art and Light, 316 Pierre St., Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Museum of Art + Light 316 Pierre Street, Manhattan, United States

Experience and evening of sound, movement and art conversation at the Museum of Art + Light. Faculty from K-State’s School of Music, Theatre, and Dance come together in a one-of-a-kind performance featuring live music, dance and projection by Museum of Art + Light’s creative director of immersive exhibitions, Sydney Bouhaniche.
From evocative vocal works and lyrical chamber music to bold piano solos, contemporary dance and medieval instruments, Music & Motion celebrates artistry that transcends boundaries.
Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and non-alcoholic drinks at 6 pm followed by the one-hour performance at 6:30 pm A cash bar for wine and beer is available. Seating is limited.

Next Stop Comedy @ MBC
2025-11-21 19:00 - 22:00 | Manhattan Brewing Co., 406 Poyntz Ave., Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Sick of your husband? Tired of your wife? Annoyed by your friends? Come listen to someone else blab for a bit!

Next Stop Comedy is bringing the best Stand-Up Comedians to Manhattan Brewing Company in Manhattan on Nov 21st.

Get your tickets now!

Friendsgiving at MBC
2025-11-22 17:00 - 22:00 | Manhattan Brewing Co., 406 Poyntz Ave., Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Friendsgiving at MBC: Gravy. Games. Gratitude. (And maybe a little chaos.)Mark your calendars and loosen your belt buckles — it’s Friendsgiving at Manhattan Brewing Company!Join us Saturday, November 22nd starting at 5 PM for an evening full of food, booze, buddies, and bad board game decisions.Here’s the game plan (literally): Main Floor:*Taste of Memphis BBQ will be dishing out Thanksgiving Feast plates that’ll make you question your loyalty to Aunt Carol’s green bean casserole.*Special cocktails & wines — because even gratitude pairs best with booze.*Board Games for those who take “friendly competition” way too seriously.*Airing of Gratitudes & Grievances kicks off at 6 PM — it’s like Festivus, but with beer. The Brew Deck (Upstairs):Cornhole — your chance to prove hand-eye coordination still exists after a few pints.More board games for your inner strategist (or sore loser).Wii Bowling — where legends are made and friendships tested.So grab your crew, bring your appetite (and your opinions), and let’s celebrate the season the MBC way — with full hearts, full bellies, and probably a little too much laughter.
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— at Manhattan Brewing Company.

Manhattan Festival of Lights @ Blue Earth Plaza
2025-11-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Manhattan Festival of Lights, Manhattan, Kansas
The 13th Annual Festival of Lights is going to be bigger & better than ever before. We are so grateful to the Manhattan community for growing this spectacular event with us each year!

The countdown is ON!

13th Annual Lighting Ceremony
Friday, November 28th, 2025
7PM Blue Earth Plaza

www.mhkfestivaloflights.com

Small Business Saturday in Downtown Manhattan
2025-11-29 | Downtown Manhattan
Local shops give back, show up, and invest in the place we call home and when you shop with them, you do too. For every $100 spent at a local business, about $68 stays right here in our community, supporting the people and places that make Downtown feel like home.

Saturday, November 29th, choose the businesses built by neighbors, rooted in our streets, and essential to our local story.
Shop Small First.

Downtown Holiday Art Market
2025-11-29 10:00 - 15:00 | Downtown Manhattan
🎄 Holiday Art Market Downtown – Small Business Saturday! 🎁Kick off the season with creativity and cheer! Join us on Saturday, November 29th from 10 AM – 3 PM in the Midtown Plaza Art Space, 116 N 4th Street, for a cozy and colorful Holiday Art Market.
Browse unique, handcrafted works from talented local artists Alexa Murray, Iris Gilbert, Linda Illgner, Robin Vela, and Kim Belanger—perfect for gifting or treating yourself!
Support small businesses, celebrate local art, and soak up the festive spirit downtown.✨Come shop, mingle, and make your holiday season a little more artful!
Be sure to visit our other Downtown Art spaces, 409 Poyntz Art space and the Underground Collective at 413 Poyntz to check out our current exhibition! Our next art exhibition will begin on Thursday, December 4th.

Artist Opening Exhibition - Downtown Manhattan Art Spaces
2025-12-04 17:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Manhattan
🎨 New Downtown Art Exhibition
Join us for our next exhibition opening on Thursday, December 4th
Experience “Light & Shadow,” a collaborative exhibit featuring poet Cheryl Savage and artist Kim Belanger, alongside watercolor illustrations by Bridget Bryan.
Additionally, explore printmaking works by students of instructor Mary Gordon McFall, showcased in the 409 and Underground Art spaces.
Opening reception will be held from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at the Midtown Art Space, 116 S 4th St.
Artist panel discussion at 6:30 pm.
📍 Explore the exhibition throughout all Downtown Art Spaces.🎟️ Free Admission – All Are Welcome!

✨ Featured Artists:

Poetry by Cheryl Savage

Artwork by Kim Belanger

Artwork by Bridget Bryan

Printmaking students with instructor – Mary Gordon McFall

Botanical Printmaking Exhibition
This exhibition showcases a variety of botanical monotypes made during workshops at the Manhattan Arts Center taught by Mary Gordon McFall in the summer of 2025. To make this work, artists gathered and pressed plant clippings from their environment, then captured the unique impressions by using ink and the pressure of an etching press. We hope viewers will enjoy these colorful compositions–a reminder of warmer days and new growth ahead.

6 - 7 Party at Lil Munchkin's @ MTC
2025-12-06 - 2025-12-07 | Lil’ Munchkins Childrens Boutique, 100 Town Center Suite 225, Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Dec 6 & 7 – 6-7 Party at Manhattan Town Center!
Create-your-own holiday hat fun + exclusive 6,7 treats just for the kids (and the cool grownups too!).

First Saturday Art Market @ Switch Wicked
2025-12-06 11:00 - 15:00 | Switch Wicked, 413 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
First Saturday Art Market At
Switch Wicked Studios

11:00 AM 3:00 PM
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First Saturday Art Market at Switch Wicked Studios
Join us on the first Saturday of every month for the First Saturday Art Market at Switch Wicked Studios! This indoor market showcases local artists working across a variety of styles and mediums—from prints and zines to paintings, handmade goods, and more. With space for up to 15 artists each month, it’s a perfect spot to discover new work, meet creatives, and support the local art scene.
Want to vend? Table fees are just $30, or only $10 for Switch Wicked Studios members (studio memberships are just $20/month!). Apply below to be considered for an upcoming market.

New Year's Eve Jr. - The Ultimate Kids Countdown Party!
2025-12-31 15:00 - 17:00 | Manhattan Brewing Co., 406 Poyntz Ave., Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
New Year’s Eve Jr. – The Ultimate Kids’ Countdown Party!
Kicks off at 3 PM | Epic Balloon Drop at 5 PM
Why should grownups have all the fun? Join us for New Year’s Eve Jr., the early-evening celebration made just for kids, families, and anyone who loves a good party before bedtime!
Get Ready for Big Fun!
5 PM Balloon Drop Blast!Count down together as a shower of balloons fills the room—our very own “midnight” moment!
Bubbly for Everyone!Kids sip on sparkling cider while adults enjoy sparkling wine (and yes—beer, wine, and cocktails too!).
Craft StationKids can get creative with New Year’s crafts—perfect for keepsakes or party decorations.
Wii Games FunPlay, dance, bowl, race, or compete in family-friendly Wii games.
Kid-Approved Movies!Snuggle up or chill out with a rotation of family favorites on the big screen.
Drinks for the GrownupsParents can relax with a full bar while the kids burn off that end-of-year energy.
Bring the whole crew for an afternoon packed with celebration, laughter, and countdown magic—all before dinnertime!

New Years Eve Party @ 324 Speakeasy
2025-12-31 18:00 - 2026-01-01 01:00 | 324 Speakeasy, 324 Houston St., Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States

Finn's New Year's Eve Bash
2025-12-31 20:00 - 2026-01-01 01:00 | Finn’s Neighborhood Pub, 317 Poyntz Ave. Suite A, Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
You are cordially invited to ring in the New Year with us at Finn’s Pub in beautiful Downtown MHK!
Join us from 8 PM to 1 AM for a festive celebration featuring Papa Dom spinning music through the decades. We’ll toast to new beginnings with champagne at midnight, making it a night to remember and we’ll have awesome drink specials, beads, noisemakers, hats, glasses, confetti, and tiaras to hand out.
Don’t miss out on the fun, the celebration, and the start of a brand new year!! And as always, there is no cover charge, 21+.

Roaring 20's New Year's Eve Party
2025-12-31 20:00 - 2026-01-01 01:00 | Manhattan Brewing Co., 406 Poyntz Ave., Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Roaring 20s New Year’s Eve Party
Step back in time and ring in the New Year like a true flapper or gentleman of the Jazz Age! Join us for a dazzling night inspired by the glitz, glamour, and bold spirit of the 1920s.
Enjoy an evening featuring:
Craft Cocktails inspired by the Speakeasy Era Delicious MBC beers FREE Sparkling Wine toast at Midnight Countdown to 2026 with style Dress to Impress – channel your inner Gatsby or Daisy!
With vintage vibes, flowing drinks, and a night full of celebration, this NYE will be the bee’s knees!

Free Trivia Night w Trivial Zombies
2026-01-08 19:00 - 20:00 | Manhattan Brewing Co., 406 Poyntz Ave., Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
It’s Trivia Night with @trivial_zombies and your NEW HOST, @jdl1508!!!
Starts at 7 pm, FREE to play, teams of no more than 5, prizes for the top 3 teams.

🎬🍹 Sober Up: A Dry Pop-Up Bar & Movie Night 🍹🎬
2026-01-09 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-30 17:00 - 19:00 | Manhattan Brewing Co., 406 Poyntz Ave., Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Join us at The Brew Deck at Manhattan Brewing for Sober Up, a relaxed, pop-up bar and movie night designed for anyone looking to enjoy great drinks and a great film—no booze required. Free event!
What to expect:• Handcrafted mocktails• Non-alcoholic beer options• THC drinks• A cozy movie night atmosphere on the Brew Deck• Beer, Wine, and Spirits also available
Dates:• January 9th• January 30th
Schedule:• Bar opens at 5:00 PM• Movie starts at 7:00 PM
Location:The Brew Deck at Manhattan Brewing
Whether you’re sober-curious, alcohol-free, or just looking for something different, Sober Up is all about community, good vibes, and great alternatives. Bring a friend, grab a drink, and settle in for a movie night you’ll actually remember.
All are welcome.

Flint Hills Card Show
2026-01-10 10:30 - 16:00 | Peace Memorial Auditorium, 1101 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
FLINT HILLS CARD SHOW!
Date: January 10th Location: Peace Memorial Auditorium – Manhattan, KS Time: 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Cards • Collectibles • Pokémon • Sports • And More!
FREE ENTRY — ALL AGES WELCOME!
Come browse, trade, and find your next great addition.Vendors, collectors, and fans—don’t miss out!

Sunday Funday - Yoga at the Brewery!
2026-01-11 10:30 - 23:30 | Manhattan Brewing Co., 406 Poyntz Ave., Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Join Autumn and Jayna for a SUNDAY FUNDAY Yoga session at MBC!!! Tickets include a beer or sangria and a beginner session of yoga. Get your Sunday started off the right way with Yoga at the Brewery!

Pints & Profanities at Manhattan Brewing Co.
2026-01-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Manhattan Brewing Co., 406 Poyntz Ave., Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
We will be painting on wood with a stencil. Six Naughty Designs to pick from for our first event at Manhattan Brewing Company!
Every painting ticket comes with one drink ticket. We will be in Manhattan Brewing Company’s upstairs event space. If you’ve never been you’ve got to check it out. They have a full bar and a phenomenal view of Poyntz from the nice warm comfort of the indoors.
Ages 15 and older. You purchase your tickets by Venmo and in the memo line you need to pick one of the designs.
Last day to purchase is January 10th. Any questions feel free to reach out to me or Jordan at Manhattan Brewing for details.

MLK Jr. Day at the Museum of Art + Light
2026-01-19 10:00 - 17:00 | Museum of Art and Light, 316 Pierre St., Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the Museum of Art + Light welcomes you for a day of reflection, learning, and community. Explore select galleries for FREE, including our powerful special exhibition:
Crafting Sanctuaries: Black Spaces of the Great Depression South
Step inside evocative photographs that illuminate the meaning of home, refuge, and resilience—then reflect on the people and places that shape our own community today.
Family-Friendly Highlights
Drop-In Youth Activity
Inspired by interior scenes from the exhibition, kids can create their own artistic interpretations of sanctuary and home.
FREE Self-Guided Walking Tour
Pick up a family-friendly guide to the Yuma Street District and discover local sites of historic and cultural significance.
Spend the day honoring Dr. King’s legacy through art, history, and creativity.
Projection Celebration for Student Photography Competition, 5:00-6:00 p.m. Museum Atrium & Parking Lot
Celebrate with the winners of the Youth Digital Photography Competition “Where I Feel the Most Me” Monday, January 19, to see the top three student projections illuminated on the building’s exterior starting at 5:00 p.m. View the “Where I Feel the Most Me” exhibition on a screen in the Gather Lounge, then head outside. The top three competition images, created by students Ava Prichard, Herington High School (1st Place); McKenna Mallean, Manhattan High School (2nd Place); and Anders Benson, Lawrence Free State High School (3rd Place) will be projected nightly after January 19 on the Museum of Art + Light building as part of a rotation of projected images.
Monday, January 19
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (museum atrium open until 6:00 p.m.)
FREE Galleries on Floors 2 & 3 (Mezmereyz admission applies)

Celebrate Kansas Day @ Flint Hills Discovery Center
2026-01-24 10:00 - 14:00 | Flint Hills Discovery Center, 315 S. 3rd St., Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Celebrate the sunflower state as you participate in activities, stories, and educational opportunities.
All activities are included with admission.

After Hours Jam Night at Switch Wicked
2026-01-29 19:00 - 22:00 | Switch Wicked, 413 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
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 so everyone can follow along, no matter your skill level. Free and open to all ages. Acoustic instruments only, so bring one if you’ve got it.

Winter Warm Up - Hot Sips & Shopping Bliss
2026-01-31 10:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Manhattan
Rescheduled!!!!
Due to the winter storm for Saturday, Jan 24th – we have rescheduled our Winter Warm up for
Saturday, January 31st!
For a chance to win a $75 gift card to Arrow Bodega, register at any participating shop. Winners will be contacted by email.
Sip, shop, and support local—winter just got cozier downtown. ☕❄️

Participating Businesses –
Fragrant Blends
Mesa Collection Boutique
Alora Boutiques
Manhatchet
The Boutique & Michael & Madge
Rev Thread
Brown’s Shoe Fit
Appleyard Antiques & Upholstery
G Thomas Jewelers
Union Hall
Daughter of Delphi
Switch Wicked
Wildflower Trading Co.
Elevated by Nicole
1419 Mercantile
Dearborn Coffee/Village Geek
G. Marie Designs

Third Annual "Manhattan Seed Swap" Event at the Flint Hills Discovery Center
2026-02-01 13:00 - 16:00 | Flint Hills Discovery Center, 315 S. 3rd St., Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
The Manhattan Seed Swap is a free come-and-go event open to the public for the sharing and swapping of saved and leftover seeds before spring planting begins. Seeds of all types are welcome and will be grouped by category. Tables will be setup for vegetables, annual flowers, perennials, native plants, herbs, etc. Seeds can be commercially pre-packaged or harvested and will be available on a first come first serve basis.
New this year! Bring your old gardening books and magazines to swap.
Learn more at https://www.flinthillsdiscovery.org/3504/Manhattan-Seed-Swap
