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SUMMARY:Pink Up the Pace 5K & Honor Walk
DESCRIPTION:Pink Up the Pace is Downtown’s annual run for breast cancer research.\nThe proceeds from the race go to the Johnson Cancer Research Center. The race route begins in front of AJ’s Pizzeria and travels west on Poyntz Avenue\, turning at the Manhattan High School and returning to the starting gate.\nThis year’s race will be April 18th\, 2026 at 8:00am. There will be 3 male and 3 female winners in each age division\, as well as two overall winners. Medals are awarded after the race.\nYou can sign up to run the 5k or the One Mile Honor Walk. Packets can be picked up at Manhattan Running Company before the race or on race day at 7:00am in downtown Manhattan.\nYou are able to register through this link – to run or walk with us!
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/pink-up-the-pace-5k-honor-walk/
LOCATION:Downtown Manhattan
CATEGORIES:5K Race & Walk,Adults,Family Friendly,Outdoor Event
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SUMMARY:Spring Open House in Downtown Manhattan!
DESCRIPTION: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 just as good.\n*this list is ongoing and will be updated*\nParticipating Businesses: The Boutique – an additional 50% off Sale items & light refreshments Michael & Madge – an additional 50% off Sale items. Fragrant Blends Candle Bar – Buy 2\, Get 1 Free on all Ready Made products Elevated by Nicole – 20% off a regular priced purchase Rev Thread – Refreshments all day\, free game day button with purchase (while supplies last) and a permanent jewelry pop-up in store from 10-2. Furnish – 20% off of accessories with in-store specials MOA&L – Enjoy 20% off in the Museum Store at the Museum of Art + Light in celebration of the Spring Open House. Discount excludes consignment items. Mesa & Alora Boutiques – Spring into the season at Mesa and Alora Boutiques! Shop new arrivals at 411 Poyntz & 409 Poyntz! Appleyard Antiques – 15% off everything and enjoy drinks & nibbles! 1419 Mercantile – 20% off store wide discount and refreshments. Gatherings at 3 Thirteen – Refresh your space for the season—visit us to explore all our new spring home décor! Daughter of Delphi – Archangel Reading for $20.00. All Archangel oils and bracelets 10% off. G. Marie Home Designs – Let us help get your home ready for spring with “transformation without renovation” packages! Save $50 if booked before April 15! Text: OPENHOUSE to 785-345-3190 Brown’s Shoe Fit – Step into savings with our wide selection of footwear for men and women with your favorite brands: Hoka\, Brooks\, Ugg\, Birkenstock\, New Balance\, Born\, Taos\, Brunt\, Gola and more!– Enjoy 15% OFF STOREWIDE\, ONE DAY ONLY! G. Thomas Jewelers open 10-4 featuring grab and go flower bouquets ranging from $10-$30.00 Glo Spa – Shop our NEW Spring/Summer Collection of Voluspa Candles; 50% off select retail items
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/spring-open-house-in-downtown-manhattan/
LOCATION:Downtown Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Adults,Family Friendly,Food & Drinks,Indoor Activity,Outdoor Event
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251130
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SUMMARY:Small Business Saturday in Downtown Manhattan
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\n\nSaturday\, November 29th\, choose the businesses built by neighbors\, rooted in our streets\, and essential to our local story.\nShop Small First.
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/small-business-saturday-in-downtown-manhattan/
LOCATION:Downtown Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Adults,Holiday event,Outdoor Event,Retail
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251128T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251128T210000
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SUMMARY:Manhattan Festival of Lights @ Blue Earth Plaza
DESCRIPTION: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!\n\n\nThe countdown is ON!\n\n\n13th Annual Lighting Ceremony\nFriday\, November 28th\, 2025\n7PM Blue Earth Plaza\n\nwww.mhkfestivaloflights.com
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/manhattan-festival-of-lights-blue-earth-plaza/
LOCATION:Manhattan Festival of Lights\, Manhattan\, Kansas
CATEGORIES:Adults,Family Friendly,Fun & Games,Kids,Music,Outdoor Event
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SUMMARY:Veteran's Day Parade
DESCRIPTION:Veterans Day Parade\nWhile 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: \n“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…” \nThe 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. \nThe 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. \n\nRegister TODAY for the Flint Hills Veterans Day Parade 2025. https://flinthillsveterans.org/ for registration information and form.\nVehicles\, floats\, walking groups\, if you are a patriot – we want you to join us! Parade participation is absolutely FREE. .
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/veterans-day-parade/
LOCATION:Flint Hills Veterans Coalition
CATEGORIES:Adults,Educational,Family Friendly,Fun & Games,Kids,Music,Outdoor Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T150000
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SUMMARY:Builders Bash @ Flint Hills Discovery Center
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hands-on celebration of all things building\, construction\, and design –\nindoors and out! Whether you’re a DIY enthusiast\, future engineer\, or just curious about\nhow spaces come to life\, this event is packed with inspiration\, innovation\, and\ninteractive fun!\nDate\, Time\, and Location\nSaturday\, October 18\n10 am to 3 pm\nInside and outside the Discovery Center \nKids of all ages will enjoy:\nSeeing and touching different types of trucks and construction equipment\nConstruction site; play area\nBuilding a toolbox\nBeehive construction\nEngineering and building “Boxhattan”\nGiveaway of the book What We Build by Oliver Jeffers to the first 300 youth in attendance\nTool belt giveaway (while supplies last) and more! \nCost\nFREE youth admission
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/builders-bash-flint-hills-discovery-center/
LOCATION:Flint Hills Discovery Center\, 315 S. 3rd St.\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Family Friendly,Fun & Games,Indoor Activity,Kids,Outdoor Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T210000
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SUMMARY:The Sign Off & Air Guitar Competition @ Wareham Hall
DESCRIPTION:On the final Third Thursday\, we’re opening our doors to the public one last time before construction begins. The event will feature our memory collection activities\, giving guests the chance to record personal stories in a video or audio diary and sign the historic stage! \nIf you were unable to attend the Renovation Showcase\, our exhibits highlighting the building’s history and updated renderings will be displayed throughout the theater. \nThe celebration also includes the return of Nordic Thunder\, who will host an epic air guitar competition right outside our doors on Poyntz Ave at 5:30 PM. \nPlease share this event with your friends and family—we want to collect as many stories as possible! \nAnd if you or someone you know has artifacts from the theater and would like to donate them to Wareham Hall\, they can bring them to the event or contact staff at info@warehamhall.org or 785-775-1880.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe hope you join us and help spread the word! 
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/the-sign-off-air-guitar-competition-wareham-hall/
LOCATION:Wareham Hall\, 410 Poyntz Ave\, Manhattan\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Family Friendly,Fun & Games,Indoor Activity,Kids,Music,Outdoor Event
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SUMMARY:The BIG Little Apple Street Fest & Final Third Thursday
DESCRIPTION:The BIG Little Apple Street Fest\nOctober 16th | 4:00 – 9:00 PM | 📍 Downtown Manhattan\, KS\nGet ready for one unforgettable evening at this Downtown Manhattan street festival that brings together everything we love about life in the Midwest—community\, creativity\, and connection. \nThe BIG Little Apple Street Fest takes over three full blocks of our city center with Midwest family fun at every turn. Expect a mix of classic charm —from a vibrant car show\, live music\, and a street dance\, to interactive kids activities such as hopscotch\, four square\, and more. \nWith the streets closed and excitement flowing\, this Kansas festival is a chance for the whole community to connect\, celebrate\, and enjoy all the reasons we love where we live. Whether you’re local or just visiting\, you’ll find something to smile about here. \n🕺 Hit the street dance with – Elton Dan & The Rocket Band \n✨ Browse a car show\n🎸 Air Guitar Competition – featuring Nordic Thunder!\n🥧 Compete in a Pie Eating Contest\n🦖 Inflatable 15-Yard Dash & Parade – (Pre-register yourself or group – link below!)\n🍔 Grab bites and drinks from your favorite spots in the neighborhood & enjoy the new CCA downtown!\nAND all your favorite Third Thursday activities! 🍰\nThis is more than an event—it’s a full-sensory street fest made for everyone. Expect big energy\, vibrant experiences\, and the best of the Little Apple.\nSpecial features –Kansas Tatsumaki Yosakoi Japanese Dance Team – \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn 2005\, Seiji Ikeda founded the Kansas State University Yosakoi Dance group\, bringing the Japanese dance style to Kansas and fostering cultural exchange among students. The group competed at the Yosakoi Soran Festival in Japan in 2006 and 2007\, earning awards. Now known as Tatsumaki Yosakoi\, with teams in Manhattan and Kansas City\, the group continues to share Yosakoi’s energy and was named an Official Yosakoi Ambassador by Kochi Prefecture in 2019 for its global cultural contributions. \n\n\n\n\nBeloved Manhattan artist – Jacob Sanderson will be hosting a painting class project inside of Fragrant Blends during the event – Learn to paint your own pet portraiture of a”Sloppy Dog”!\n\n\n\n \n\n⬇️ Sign up here to compete in the Inflatable Race & Parade ⬇️\n \nBusiness Showcase\nTallgrass Taphouse – Pint Sized Education\, each half hour on the Patio – 5:30\, 6:30 & 7:30 pm – Purchase drinks from their platform – special drink just for kids! \nSwitch Wicked – Open Late \nFinn’s Neighborhood Pub – Drink specials – $12 Domestic 60oz pitchers & $16 Premium 60oz pitchers –   \nManhattan Brewing Co – Featuring Jamin Jamaican Food truck \nDaughter of Dephi – Open Late \nFlight Crew Coffee – Open Late \nWareham Hall – featuring Nordic Thunder Air Guitar competition & Wareham Hall “Sign Off” event \nJ & C Imaging – Hosting Inflatable Suit Race & Parade – 4:45 pm \nElevated – Open Late \nThe Boutique – 3rd Thursday Threads – 50% –  75% off \nFragrant Blends – Featuring Artist\, Jacob Sanderson w Live Painting lessons \nManhatchet – Featuring Mobile Unit outside \nBrown’s Shoe Fit – UGG Shoe Party\, Giveaway chance to win a pair of UGG’s & free cleaning kit to 1st 10 paying customers \nSunflower Casa – Featuring a special Children’s activity with a progressive mural \nGaia Salon -will feature a fun sensory experience so be sure to step inside! \nTexas Roadhouse – back with their crew – Line dancing & games on the SE corner of 4th & Poyntz \nVillage Geek – Serving up cold brew and live demonstrations   \n4th Street Open House – Don’t forget to swing around the corner and check out these fantastic businesses! \nTherapie – Hosting Pie Eating contest at 6:45 pm – $1 off pie slices! \nRiver Heights Yarn Co. – Open Late \nRevelry Thread Co. – OPEN LATE until 8pm\, sale rack on sidewalk with BOGO 50% off \nTropical Sno – Kids 12 & under 1/2 priced Shaved Ice \nFlint Hills Antiques & Crafts – OPEN LATE until 8pm – 30% off Everything! \n 
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/the-big-little-apple-street-festival/
LOCATION:Downtown Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art,Family Friendly,Fun & Games,Kids,Music,Outdoor Event
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SUMMARY:Plein Air on Poyntz Art Competition
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the most exciting art event of the season! Capture the spirit of Downtown Manhattan by painting en plein air along the vibrant Poyntz Avenue. Celebrate creativity\, connection\, and community on Poyntz Avenue! \n\nEvent Overview:\nArtists are invited to set up along Poyntz Ave and create a piece that reflects the energy and culture of the street. You’ll have 3 hours to complete your artwork onsite. All styles and mediums welcome — as long as the work is done live during the event. \nEntry Fee: $20 per submission \n\nAwards & Recognition: \n\nGrand Prize: $500 award + artwork becomes the property of Downtown Manhattan\nAll submissions will be showcased in a Downtown Art Space throughout October\nAfter the exhibition\, artists may sell their pieces directly. We ask that pieces remain on display until the end of October.\n\nJudging:\nAll submissions will be reviewed and selected by a jury of art professionals and community members\, ensuring a thoughtful and high-quality selection. \nTime Schedule Break Down – \n3:00 pm – Artist Check In & Set up \n4:00 pm – Competition begins \n6:00 pm – Competition ends/ Artist tear down \n6:25 pm – All submissions must be turned in to judges station @ Courthouse Plaza \n6:30 pm – Judging begins \n7:00 pm – Winner announced \nRegister to paint en plein air here.\n 
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/be-together-on-poyntz-plein-air-art-competition/
LOCATION:Downtown Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Art,Outdoor Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T200000
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CREATED:20250512T154843Z
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SUMMARY:Third Thursday
DESCRIPTION:🎉 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. \n✨ Bring your crew — friends\, family\, kids\, and curious minds — and dive into an evening of hands-on activities\, local flavor\, and unforgettable vibes. \n🎨 This month’s highlights: \n\n\nIncredible local artists & makers — including two brand-new featured artists! \n\n\nLive music\, activities\, and fun hosted by Switch Wicked\, Manhattan Brewing Company\, Finn’s\, and Tallgrass Taphouse \n\n\nWonder Workshop at the Brain Station (AJ’s Platform) with creative kids’ activities \n\n\nReturning favorites like the Cake Walk\, sidewalk musicians\, and surprise performances \n\n\n🕔 When & Where:Thursday • 5–8pm • Right in the heart of Downtown Manhattan \n🌟 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! \nBusiness Showcase\nTallgrass 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! \nSwitch Wicked – Hosting “The Sounds of Many” – Live music inside! \nFinn’s Neighborhood Pub – Drink specials – $12 Domestic 60oz pitchers & $16 Premium 60oz pitchers – Music at 8 pm – Mike Greim Live \nManhattan 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 \nDaughter of Dephi – $1 off all Essential Oil products – Free 1 Card Tarot pull – Reiki Chair healing session for $30.00 \nFlight Crew Coffee – Open till 8pm \nWareham 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. \nElevated – Open till 8pm \nThe Boutique – 3rd Thursday Threads – 50% –  75% off \nFragrant Blends – Giveaways\, open till 8pm \nManhatchet – Open Late \nBrown’s Shoe Fit – Open Late til 8 pm \nSunflower Casa – Featuring a special Children’s activity with a progressive mural \nGaia Salon -will feature a fun sensory experience so be sure to step inside! \nTexas Roadhouse – back with their crew – Line dancing & games on the SE corner of 4th & Poyntz \nVillage Geek – Serving up cold brew and live demonstrations   \n4th Street Open House – Don’t forget to swing around the corner and check out these fantastic businesses! \nTherapie – Open until 8pm – $1 off pie slices! \nRiver Heights Yarn Co. – Open Late \nRevelry Thread Co. – OPEN LATE until 8pm\, sale rack on sidewalk with BOGO 50% off \nFlint Hills Antiques & Crafts – OPEN LATE until 8pm – 30% off Everything! \n  \n 
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/third-thursday-7/
LOCATION:Downtown Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art,Family Friendly,Kids,Music,Outdoor Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250831T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250831T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T131734
CREATED:20250725T162620Z
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SUMMARY:Yuma Street Cultural Festival
DESCRIPTION:FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!\n1:00 – 9:00 pm – Sunday\, August 31 – 2025\nOrganized by Black Entrepreneurs of the Flint Hills\n\n900 Block of Yuma Street\, Manhattan Kansas\n(Centered at 930 Yuma – The Future Home of YSCC)\n\n\n\nMusic – DJS – Performances – Divine 9 Stroll Off\nBoots on the Ground Competition – Prizes\nSoul Food – Cultural Chefs – Historical Tours – Vendors\nOral Histories Kids Zone – Storytime – Bounce Houses
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/yuma-street-cultural-festival/
LOCATION:Black Entrepreneurs of the Flint Hills\, 900 Block of Yma\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art,Family Friendly,Kids,Outdoor Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T131734
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SUMMARY:Third Thursday
DESCRIPTION:🎉 Get ready for the most fun night of the summer! 🎉 Downtown Manhattan’s Third Thursdays — where art\, music\, and community take over the streets from May through September!  Each month\, downtown transforms into a vibrant street fair and maker’s market bursting with creativity. \n✨ Join us for an evening full of fun\, hands-on activities\, and good vibes!Bring your crew — friends\, family\, kids\, and curious minds — and dive into a night of local art\, live music\, delicious treats\, and unforgettable moments. \n🎨 What’s in store? \nAmazing local artists & makers showing off their talents \nWonder Workshop will be back at the Brain Station located on AJ’s Platform with fun kids activities! \nDowntown Manhattan Inc. will host a fun Kid’s painting project\, The Actor’s Theatre group will return once again with 2 Children’s Theatre performances live & in front of the Wareham! \nThe music group – JBC will perform live several times through out the event on the east side of Pho’s platform. \n🕔 It’s all happening from 5–8pm — outside\, downtown\, and full of energy.Mark your calendar and don’t miss the magic of Third Thursdays! \n2025 Third Thursday Remaining Dates\nSeptember 18th\nOctober 16th – Final Third Thursday w The Big Little Apple Street Fest! \n \nBusiness Showcase\nTallgrass 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! \nSwitch Wicked – Hosting “We Are the Branches” Live music inside! \nFinn’s Neighborhood Pub – Drink specials – $12 Domestic 60oz pitchers & $16 Premium 60oz pitchers – Music at 9 pm – Brother Jeb and Tony \nManhattan Brewing Co – Jammin Jamaican Food Truck – 6 pm Team Trivia with Trivial Zombies – 7p – Drinks available on the patio! \nDaughter of Dephi – $1 off all Essential Oil products – Free 1 Card Tarot pull – Reiki Chair healing session for $30.00 \nFlight Crew Coffee – Open till 8pm \nElevated – Open till 8pm \nThe Boutique – 3rd Thursday Threads – w Women & Children’s Spring/Summer apparel 75% off \nFragrant Blends – Giveaways\, open till 8pm \nManhatchet – Open Late \nBrown’s Shoe Fit – Open Late til 8 pm \nSunflower Casa – Featuring a special Children’s activity with a progressive mural \nGaia Salon -will feature a fun sensory experience so be sure to step inside! \nTexas Roadhouse – back with their crew – Line dancing & games on the SE corner of 4th & Poyntz \nVillage Geek – Serving up cold brew and live demonstrations   \n4th Street Open House – Don’t forget to swing around the corner and check out these fantastic businesses! \nTherapie – Open until 8pm – $1 off pie slices! \nRiver Heights Yarn Co. – Craft Flea Market Swap/Vendors inside selling supplies & items \nRevelry Thread Co. – OPEN LATE until 8pm\, sale rack on sidewalk with BOGO 50% off \nFlint Hills Antiques & Crafts – OPEN LATE until 8pm – 30% off Everything! \n  \n 
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/third-thursday-6/
LOCATION:Downtown Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art,Family Friendly,Fun & Games,Kids,Music,Outdoor Event
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CREATED:20250512T154842Z
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UID:9733-1752771600-1752782400@downtownmhk.com
SUMMARY:Third Thursday
DESCRIPTION:🎉 Get ready for the most fun night of the summer! 🎉 Downtown Manhattan’s Third Thursdays — where art\, music\, and community take over the streets from May through September!  Each month\, downtown transforms into a vibrant street fair and maker’s market bursting with creativity. \n✨ Join us for an evening full of fun\, hands-on activities\, and good vibes!Bring your crew — friends\, family\, kids\, and curious minds — and dive into a night of local art\, live music\, delicious treats\, and unforgettable moments. \n🎨 What’s in store? \nAmazing local artists & makers showing off their talents! \nThere’s something fresh and exciting every month — from the timeless charm of the Cake Walk to toe-tapping sidewalk musicians and pop-up performances you won’t see coming! You won’t want to miss a single one. \nJuly’s lineup is extra special with TWO live children’s theatre performances by The Actor’s Theatre group and a crowd-pleasing set of bluegrass tunes from the incredible group The Haymakers as well as a special appearance by The Dancing Stew!  \nWonder Workshop will return to the Brain Station located at AJ’s platform with finger painting\, and a butterfly clothespin project. \nWe’ll also welcome special guests—the MHS Little Apple Cyborgs and K-State’s Energy Program—featuring fun\, interactive robots\, gadgets\, and educational displays. \nBe sure to drop by our Paint by # window featured at Therapie – 106 SW 4th street – featuring Tom Wesselmann’s – “Still life with blowing red curtain”.  \n🕔 It’s all happening from 5–8pm — outside\, downtown\, and full of energy.Mark your calendar and don’t miss the magic of Third Thursdays! \n2025 Third Thursday Remaining Dates\nAugust 21st\nSeptember 18th\nOctober 16th – Final Third Thursday w The Big Little Apple Street Fest! \n\nBusiness Showcase\nTallgrass Taphouse – Mini Beer Classes\, each half hour on the Patio – 5:30\, 6:30 & 7:30 pm – First come\, first serve – approx. 15 min each \nSwitch Wicked – Open Studios until 8pm \nFinn’s Neighborhood Pub – Drink specials – $12 Domestic 60oz pitchers & $16 Premium 60oz pitchers – Music at 8pm – M31 \nManhattan Brewing Co – Free Team Trivia with Trivial Zombies and 20% off for Teachers and School Staff  \nDaughter of Dephi – Open Late – Free 1 card tarot pull. \nArrow Cocktail Lounge – Live Jazz @The Lounge – 7:00 – 9:00 pm \nFlight Crew Coffee – Open till 8pm \nElevated – Open till 8pm \nThe Boutique – OPEN LATE and Customer Favorite Third Thursday Threads rack outside 75% off! \nFragrant Blends – $5 Candles & buy 2 get 1 Free special plus free samples \nBrown’s Shoe Fit – End of Summer sandal clearance with Sidewalk DOT sale! – everything is under $100. Largest sale of the season with savings inside and bigger savings outside starting July 17-26th! Product inside will be 20%-50% Off select styles! \nSunflower Casa – Featuring a special Children’s activity with a progressive mural \nGaia Salon -will feature a fun sensory experience so be sure to step inside! \nTexas Roadhouse – back with their crew – Line dancing & games  \nVillage Geek – Serving up cold brew and live demonstrations of the game “Squeaky” \n4th Street Open House – Don’t forget to swing around the corner and check out these fantastic businesses! \nTherapie – Open until 8pm – $1 off pie slices! \nRiver Heights Yarn Co. – Make & Donate table for Purple Paws – Donate both adult Dog & Kitten kibble (or any kibble) also accepting cash donations! \nRevelry Thread Co. – OPEN LATE until 8pm\, sale rack on sidewalk with BOGO 50% off \nFlint Hills Antiques & Crafts – OPEN LATE until 8pm – 30% off Everything! \n 
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/third-thursday-3/
LOCATION:Downtown Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Adults,Art,Family Friendly,Kids,Music,Outdoor Event
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UID:9732-1750352400-1750363200@downtownmhk.com
SUMMARY:Third Thursday
DESCRIPTION:🎉 Get ready for the most fun night of the summer! 🎉 Downtown Manhattan’s Third Thursdays — where art\, music\, and community take over the streets from May through September!  Each month\, downtown transforms into a vibrant street fair and maker’s market bursting with creativity. \n✨ Join us for an evening full of fun\, hands-on activities\, and good vibes!Bring your crew — friends\, family\, kids\, and curious minds — and dive into a night of local art\, live music\, delicious treats\, and unforgettable moments. \n🎨 What’s in store? \nAmazing local artists & makers showing off their talents \nWonder Workshop is back and painting “Kindness” rocks & a community mural \nOur ever-popular Paint-by-Number Window — this time\, with a pop-art twist featuring an Andy Worhal theme featured piece at The Chef \nAnd a special appearance by Ayoka Lee at our Self Help Station — come say hi\, snap a selfie\, and get inspired! 🙌✨ \nPlus\, each month brings something new — from the classic Cake Walk to sidewalk musicians and surprise performances. You’ll want to hit every single one! \n🕔 It’s all happening from 5–8pm — outside\, downtown\, and full of energy.Mark your calendar and don’t miss the magic of Third Thursdays! \n2025 Third Thursday Remaining Dates\nJune 19th\nJuly 17th\nAugust 21st\nSeptember 18th\nOctober 16th – Final Third Thursday w The Big Little Apple Street Fest! \n  \n\nBusiness Showcase\nTallgrass Taphouse – Mini Beer Classes\, each half hour on the Patio – 5:30\, 6:30 & 7:30 pm – First come\, first serve – approx. 15 min each \nSwitch Wicked – Open until 8pm. \nFinn’s Neighborhood Pub – Drink specials – $12 Domestic 60oz pitchers & $16 Premium 60oz pitchers – Music at 8pm – Kendell Eugine of The Voice \nManhattan Brewing Co – Jammin Jamaican Food                                                                                             Truck at 6pm & Trivia  at 7pm \nArrow Cocktail Lounge – Live Jazz @The Lounge – 7:00 – 9:00 pm \nFlight Crew Coffee – Open till 8pm \nThe Boutique – OPEN LATE and Customer Favorite Third Thursday Threads rack outside 75% off! \nFurnish – OPEN LATE until 8pm \nFragrant Blends – Special gift with purchase  \nBrown’s Shoe Fit – Shoe Party featuring New Balance Rep Susan Zinn – A FREE GIFT with any NEW BALANCE purchase (while supplies last) A $15 DOLLAR COUPON given to New Balance purchasing customers for one day only Entry into our NEW BALANCE Raffle (no purchase necessary) \nSunflower Casa – Featuring a special Children’s activity with a progressive mural \nGaia Salon -will feature a fun sensory experience so be sure to step inside! \nTexas Roadhouse – back with their crew – Line dancing & games – plus pulled pork Sliders! \nVillage Geek – Learn to play board games and snag some coffee and merch! \n4th Street Open House – Don’t forget to swing around the corner and check out these fantastic businesses! \nTherapie – The Pie Cart will be open until 8pm – $1 off pie slices!  \nRiver Heights Yarn Co. – Featuring Tim Keane – Cowboy Poet @ 5:30 p & 6:30 p \nRevelry Thread Co. – OPEN LATE until 8pm\, sale rack on sidewalk with BOGO 50% off \nFlint Hills Antiques & Crafts – OPEN LATE until 8pm – 30% off Everything! \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/third-thursday-2/
LOCATION:Downtown Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Friendly,Kids,Outdoor Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250616
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UID:9947-1749772800-1750031999@downtownmhk.com
SUMMARY:Dock Dogs Little Apple Splash
DESCRIPTION:Ready. Set. SPLASH! \nWatch dogs defy gravity and dive into summer at the Dock Dogs Little Apple Splash\, June 13–15 in Blue Earth Plaza\, Manhattan\, KS. Bring your crew and cheer on the pups who bring the wow with every woof.
URL:https://downtownmhk.com/event/dock-dogs-little-apple-splash/
LOCATION:Visit Manhattan\, 501 Poyntz Ave\, Manhattan\, Kansas
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Kids,Outdoor Event
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