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SUMMARY:Ladies Game Night @ Village Geek
DESCRIPTION:Ladies\, come join us for a board game night!\n\nEvery third Friday\, a local group of women will be teaching their favorite board games! This is a free event and participants will receive a VG Rewards sticker.
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/ladies-game-night-village-geek-3/
LOCATION:The Village Geek\, 105 N. 3rd Street\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Free to the public,Fun & Games,Women Only
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SUMMARY:Next Stop Comedy at Manhattan Brewing Company
DESCRIPTION:Next Stop! – A Comedy Show Near You! Join us at Manhattan Brewing Company for a brand new line-up of comedians every time!\n\nNext Stop Comedy brings top stand-up comedians to your favorite local venues! Each show features a novel line-up with acts seen on TV and heard on your favorite podcasts.\n\nJoin us at Manhattan Brewing Company in Manhattan\, KS! – 406 Poyntz Ave\, Manhattan\, KS 66502\nFor more info\, check out our website! – nextstopcomedy.com
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/next-stop-comedy-at-manhattan-brewing-company/
LOCATION:Manhattan Brewing Co.\, 406 Poyntz Ave.\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Comedy,Free to the public,Indoor Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T203000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T202608Z
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SUMMARY:Team USA Watch Party @ Blue Earth Plaza
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Blue Earth Plaza on June 25 for another exciting community watch party as we cheer on Team USA together!\n\nFestivities begin at 8:30 PM\, and the match starts at 9:00 PM.\n\nCome early to grab a good seat\, enjoy the downtown atmosphere\, and get ready for a fun night of soccer and community spirit. Manhattan Brewing Company will be back selling alcohol\, and we’ll be giving away swag to support our KC soccer hosts — including a scarf!\n\nWear your red\, white\, and blue\, bring your friends and family\, and join us for another great evening cheering on Team USA. We can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/team-usa-watch-party-blue-earth-plaza/
LOCATION:Manhattan Brewing Co.\, 406 Poyntz Ave.\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free to the public,Fun & Games,Outdoor Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T121500
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SUMMARY:Splash of Science @ Flint Hills Discovery Center
DESCRIPTION:Join our Education Staff for a fun\, FREE 10-to-15-minute science demonstration on most Fridays\, May 29 through July 31\, just outside the front entrance.\nExperimentsMay 29 – Fizz & Fly RocketsJune 5 – Volcano EruptionJune 12 – Curious ChromatographyJune 19 – TBDJune 26 – Weathering RocksJuly 10 – Wiggly WormsJuly 17 – Bouncy BallsJuly 24 – Magic Static GooJuly 31 – Rainbow Crystals\nNo registration is required. Don’t be late – these experiments happen quickly!
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/splash-of-science-flint-hills-discovery-center/
LOCATION:Flint Hills Discovery Center\, 315 S. 3rd St.\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Family Friendly,Free to the public,Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T200000
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SUMMARY:New Perspectives - Opening Reception @ SNW Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the opening reception for our next featured exhibit\, “New Perspectives”! \nFeaturing an eclectic variety of new works from Jerry Moon\, Carol McCall\, Lynette Ubel\, Kaci Smart\, Patricia Scarborough\, and new artist Nick Kriefall.\n\nMeet the artists while enjoying some light refreshments and the show!\nCover photo\, left to right: Nick Kriefall\, Jerry Moon\, and ceramic by Kaci Smart. Preview the works in this exhibit on our website: https://snwgallery.com/event-works.php?eventId=30983.
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/new-perspectives-opening-reception-snw-gallery/
LOCATION:SNW Gallery\, 328 Poyntz Ave\, Manhattan\, Kansas\, 66502
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Friendly,Free to the public,Indoor Activity,Retail
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ORGANIZER;CN="SNW Gallery":MAILTO:kevin@snwgallery.ccsend.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T200000
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CREATED:20260625T143921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T143922Z
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SUMMARY:New Perspectives - Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the opening reception for our next featured exhibit\, “New Perspectives”! \nFriday\, June 26th – 5 – 8 pm\nFeaturing an eclectic variety of new works from Jerry Moon\, Carol McCall\, Lynette Ubel\, Kaci Smart\, Patricia Scarborough\, and new artist Nick Kriefall. \n\nMeet the artists while enjoying some light refreshments and the show!\n\nCover photo\, left to right: Nick Kriefall\, Jerry Moon\, and ceramic by Kaci Smart. Preview the works in this exhibit on our website: https://snwgallery.com/event-works.php?eventId=30983…
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/new-perspectives-opening-reception/
LOCATION:SNW Gallery\, 328 Poyntz Ave\, Manhattan\, Kansas\, 66502
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art,Family Friendly,Food & Drinks,Free to the public,Indoor Activity
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SUMMARY:Final Friday Bike Ride
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a relaxed\, social group ride through Manhattan as we celebrate community\, visibility\, and safer streets. Final Friday is about more than just riding bikes\, it’s about showing what a more active\, connected city can look like when people come together in public space. \nAll ages and abilities are welcome. The pace is comfortable\, the route is approachable\, and the focus is on fun\, community\, and enjoying the ride together—not speed. \nEvent Details\nDate: May 29th\nTime: 7:00 PM\nLocation: Riley County Courthouse\nFacebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1NfusvBr5Z/
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/final-friday-bike-ride/
LOCATION:Riley County Courthouse Plaza\, 100 Courthouse Plz\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free to the public,Outdoor Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bike Walk MHK":MAILTO:bikewalkmhk@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260628T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260628T153000
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SUMMARY:Ridin' Trails and Writin' Rhymes: Cowboy Culture of Kansas
DESCRIPTION:Event by Riley County Genealogical Society\nSunday\, June 28th – 2:30 pm – Manhattan Public Library\nKansas was a key crossroads of frontier trails. It was the statewhich helped bring the legend of the cowboy to life\, from Abileneto Dodge City and from the Chisholm Trail and Gunsmoke fameto the beef industry of today.\n\nThis presentation shares the richcowboy history and folklore of Kansas using stories and cowboypoems\, presented by poet lariat (NOT laureate)\, Ron Wilson.\nAudience members will enjoy Ron’s poetry that he says is “all-original\, humorous\, family-friendly\, patriotic\, and most of the time\,it even rhymes.”\n\nThis RCGS program is sponsored by Humanities Kansas. It is Free and open to the public.
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/ridin-trails-and-writin-rhymes-cowboy-culture-of-kansas/
LOCATION:Manhattan Public Library\, 629 Poyntz Avenue\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Educational,Family Friendly,Free to the public,Indoor Activity,Kids,Public Forum
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ORGANIZER;CN="Manhattan Public Library":MAILTO:refstaff@mhklibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T203000
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CREATED:20260527T203911Z
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SUMMARY:Drinks & Thinks: Flour Power with Gene Chávez
DESCRIPTION:Flour Power\, presented by Gene Chávez\, shares family tortilla-making traditions alongside stories about the history of Mexican residents settling in Kansas to work\, raise families\, and build community. Chávez draws on his personal heritage and research to bring an important cultural food tradition to life. He is a collector of Mexican American heritage in Kansas and consults on diversity issues as president of Chávez and Associates. This event is FREE and a reservation is required. If you would like to enjoy dinner during the event please arrive early to order your meal.
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/drinks-thinks-flour-power-with-gene-chavez/
LOCATION:Arrow Cocktail Lounge\, 418 Poyntz Ave\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Free to the public
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260701T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260701T180000
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SUMMARY:Which Craft - One Year Bash! @ Manhattan Town Center
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we mark a very special milestone — one incredible year of creativity\, community\, and craft at Which Craft!\n\nCome see us at Which Craft for some shopping and fun! There will be a game of chance\, goodie bags and a chance to win one of our big prizes!\n\nFind out our exciting new community goals and honor our local makers! Kicking off with the reveal at 10a\, festivities go throughout the day while supplies last! 
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/which-craft-one-year-bash-manhattan-town-center/
LOCATION:Manhattan Town Center\, 100 Manhattan Town Ctr\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Family Friendly,Free to the public,Fun & Games,Indoor Activity,Kids,Retail
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260701T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260701T153000
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CREATED:20260616T180122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T180651Z
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SUMMARY:READ\, White & Blue Birthday Party @ Manhattan Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday with the library! \nWe will READ some great stories about America’s beginnings\, make crafts\, play games\, and have a birthday treat. \nRegistration is required; space is limited. Please share any allergy or dietary needs in your registration notes. 
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/read-white-blue-birthday-party-manhattan-public-library/
LOCATION:Manhattan Public Library\, 629 Poyntz Avenue\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Family Friendly,Food & Drinks,Free to the public,Indoor Activity,Kids,Ticketed event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Manhattan Public Library":MAILTO:refstaff@mhklibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T233000
DTSTAMP:20260703T215140
CREATED:20260622T200157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T200157Z
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SUMMARY:6 Year Anniversary Party at MBC!
DESCRIPTION: SIX YEARS OF BEERS AND SHENANIGANS \nSix years ago\, we opened our doors and poured our first pint. Now it’s time to celebrate the only way we know how: with great beer\, great people\, and a whole lot of Miami-inspired neon flamingo energy.\nJoin us on July 8th as we kick off our 5-Day 6th Anniversary Celebration and celebrate our actual anniversary date with an unforgettable day packed with special releases\, live music\, food\, and the launch of something brand new.\n Anniversary Day Highlights\n Launch of Our VIP ClubBe the first to join our inaugural VIP Club membership\, running from July 8\, 2026 – July 7\, 2027.\nVIP Membership Includes:• 20 oz pours for the price of a 16 oz or 12 oz pour• One Wing Wars ticket• 10% off all merchandise• Exclusive VIP End-of-Year Party invitation• Keep your anniversary glass on July 7\, 2027\nMemberships are $125 and are limited\, so grab yours while they last.\n Special Anniversary Beer ReleasesExclusive anniversary brews crafted just for this celebration.\n Anniversary Merch LaunchFresh new anniversary gear drops today.\n Live Music with Distilled – 6-8 pmBringing the soundtrack for our anniversary party.\n Piccalilli Farm Food Pop-Up – Starting at 5 pmServing up delicious food and incredible friendship!\n Neon Flamingos • Miami Colors • Summer Party VibesBreak out the bright colors\, tropical shirts\, and flamingo flair as we transform the brewery into a neon paradise.\nThis is just the beginning of our 5-day anniversary celebration\, but we’re starting on the day that made it all possible. Thank you to everyone who has supported us over the past six years. We couldn’t have done it without this incredible community.\nLet’s celebrate six years together. Cheers! 
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/6-year-anniversary-party-at-mbc/
LOCATION:Manhattan Brewing Co.\, 406 Poyntz Ave.\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Food & Drinks,Free to the public,Fun & Games,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T130000
DTSTAMP:20260703T215140
CREATED:20260622T155317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T170145Z
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SUMMARY:School Supply Swap @ Arrow Cocktail Lounge
DESCRIPTION:Arrow Sustainability Series: School Supply Swap\nSaturday\, July 11th 10 AM–1 PM | Arrow Event Room \nPrepare for the school year\, bring gently used school supplies and swap them for items you can use. Bring your extra or gently used notebooks\, binders\, pencils\, backpacks\, calculators\, and classroom essentials. As part of our Sustainability Series\, this event encourages reuse\, reduces waste\, and makes back-to-school season more affordable for everyone. \nHow it works:\n• Clean out your backpack\, desk\, classroom\, or supply closet for gently used or extra school supplies\n• Make sure items are functional\, and ready for a new home\n• Bring them to the swap\n• Browse and take home whatever you need for the upcoming school year!
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/school-supply-swap/
LOCATION:Arrow Cocktail Lounge\, 418 Poyntz Ave\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free to the public
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260712T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260712T170000
DTSTAMP:20260703T215140
CREATED:20260626T214908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T214908Z
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SUMMARY:Festival of Lights - Christmas in July - Movie Screening
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URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/festival-of-lights-christmas-in-july-movie-screening/
LOCATION:Hilton Garden Inn\, 410 S. 3rd St.\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Family Friendly,Free to the public,Indoor Activity,Kids,Movie
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T203000
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CREATED:20260622T170916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T164245Z
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SUMMARY:Drinks & Thinks Presents a Toast to Harry Wareham
DESCRIPTION:Drinks & Thinks Presents: A Toast to Harry Wareham\nTuesday\, July 14th | 7-8:30pm\nJoin Arrow Cocktail Lounge as we mark the anniversary of Harry Wareham’s passing with an evening of history\, remembrance\, and community. Melanie Highsmith of the Riley County Historical Society & Museum will share stories and historical insights about Harry Wareham and his contributions to our community. Members of the Wareham Hall team will provide updates on the building’s ongoing legacy before leading a commemorative champagne toast. Cocktails inspired by the era and champagne flutes will be available for purchase for the toast. This event is FREE and a reservation is required. If you would like to enjoy dinner during the event please arrive early to order your meal. 
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/drinks-thinks-presents-a-toast-to-harry-wareham/
LOCATION:Arrow Cocktail Lounge\, 418 Poyntz Ave\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free to the public,Ticketed event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T190000
DTSTAMP:20260703T215140
CREATED:20260609T155825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T155826Z
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SUMMARY:Downtown MHK Firecracker Bike Parade
DESCRIPTION:It’s America’s 250th birthday and we are celebrating with the most important parade of the summer. The Firecracker Bike Parade is coming to Third Thursday on July 16th. All entries must be decked out in red\, white\, and blue! Decorate your bike\, your wagon\, your scooter\, or your stroller\, bring your little ones downtown for a good old fashioned neighborhood parade. \nKids ages 0–8 are welcome to participate. Siblings up to age 12 may ride along to keep the little ones company. Bikes\, scooters\, wagons\, and strollers are all welcome. No electric rides please\, pedal power only for this one. \nSign up via this link – https://form.jotform.com/marketinghistoricdowntown/firecracker-bike-parade
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/downtown-mhk-firecracker-bike-parade/
LOCATION:Downtown Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free to the public,Kids
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