Join us for the 2026 kick-off to fall and sports in Manhattan, Kansas with Purple Power Play! Live 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.
Manhattan Watercolor Studio Art Exhibit & SALE 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Every Saturday in September - 5th, 12th, 19th, &26th Strasser Village Meeting Room - 300 N. 4th Street Across from Farmers Market Talk with talented artists while they do what they do best, paint! See and enjoy our art! Meet our artists - […]
Join us for an unforgettable evening of music under the stars! The Manhattan Symphony Orchestra will bring the Plaza to life with a spectacular open-air performance - "Home of the Brave" - celebrating the history of music from the past 250 years of our country with a special tribute of the 25th anniversary of 9/11. […]
🕔 When & Where:September 17th | 5–8 PMRight in the heart of Downtown Manhattan - 300 & 400 along Poyntz Ave & along North & South 4th Street 🎉 Get Downtown for our final Third Thursday of the season! 🎉 Third Thursdays bring fresh energy, creativity, and connection to the streets. Each month, downtown transforms into […]
Thursday, Sept. 24th - 6 - 8pm - Flight Crew Coffee 423 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan KS 66502 Cups of Connection is a simple, fun evening built around good coffee, handcrafted […]
Art on the Ave is coming to Downtown Manhattan on Saturday, October 3rd - 4- 7pm. Expect live music, art exhibits, an art walk, and the 3rd Annual Plein […]
The parade traditionally kicks off at 5 p.m. at the Manhattan Town Center, travels along Poyntz Avenue, winds through Aggieville, and concludes at City Park for the Homecoming Pep Rally.
Join us for All Treats Day in Downtown on Friday, October 30th, from 4 PM to 6 PM! Families are invited to stroll down Poyntz Avenue, where kids can safely […]
The parade begins at 9:30 am at the Manhattan Town Center, travels west down Poyntz Avenue, and concludes at City Park.
BACON BATTLE 2026!!! Introducing the Inaugural Bacon Battle!!!! The best and only bacon competition in Manhattan!! The competition will be held on Saturday, November 14th from 5 pm to 10 […]
