The BIG Little Apple Street Fest October 16th | 4:00 - 9:00 PM | đź“Ť Downtown Manhattan, KS Get ready for one unforgettable evening at this Downtown Manhattan street festival […]
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 […]
Join us for a hands-on celebration of all things building, construction, and design – indoors and out! Whether you’re a DIY enthusiast, future engineer, or just curious about how spaces […]
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 […]
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
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 […]
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 […]
Pink Up the Pace is Downtown’s annual run for breast cancer research. The 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. This year’s race will […]
Frog Wizard Festival 2026  Sat May 2, 2026 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM Frog Wizard Festival Grounds – 4th Street (Downtown Manhattan, KS), 66502 Frog Wizard Festival returns to Downtown Manhattan on Saturday, May 2, 2026 for a full day of live music, community, and high-energy performances in the heart of the city. Produced by Switch Wicked in collaboration with Manhattan […]
🎉 A New Year of Third Thursdays Begins in Downtown! 🎉 Third Thursdays are back in Downtown Manhattan, bringing fresh energy, creativity, and connection to the streets. Each month, downtown […]
