Downtown Manhattan Inc.

Free Singo @ Finn's
2024-05-15 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-05-29 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Finn’s Neighborhood Pub, 317 Poyntz Ave. Suite A, Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Meet your friends at Finn’s for an un forgettable Singo Night. Sing, laugh and enjoy great company. Awesome drink specials and a chance to win prizes. Don’t miss the music-filled fun, see you there!! FREE TO PLAY!!

Third Thursday: May
2024-05-16 17:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Manhattan
On the Third Thursday of each month from May to October, downtown transforms into a street faire and maker’s market.
You’ll want to come to each one as you won’t want to miss activities unique to each date! Don’t miss our Third Thursday staples like the Cake Walk, our sidewalk musicians, and variety of maker’s booths.
Each Third Thursday has a special feature!This month is Discover Downtown, featuring an interactive temporary “paint-by-number” window mural, treasure hunt, chalk area, photo booth, and more. Try your hand at winning carnival games at local businesses.

M31 Live @ Finn's
2024-05-16 20:00 - 23:00 | Finn’s Neighborhood Pub, 317 Poyntz Ave. Suite A, Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Come round out your Third Thursday with M31, who’ll be performing Acoustic Rock n Blues live at Finn’s!! FREE show and super love hugs to everyone!

Brown & West Variety Duo Live @ Flight Crew Coffee
2024-05-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Flight Crew Coffee, 423 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Sit back, relax and enjoy the tunes from Brown & West Variety Duo from 7-9!!!

Downtown Farmers Market
2024-05-18 08:00 - 13:00, 2024-05-25 08:00 - 13:00, 2024-06-01 08:00 - 13:00, 2024-06-08 08:00 - 13:00, 2024-06-15 08:00 - 13:00, 2024-06-22 08:00 - 13:00 | Downtown Farmers Market of Manhattan, 3rd & Leavenworth, Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Established in 1979, the Downtown Farmers Market of Manhattan is one of the oldest markets in the state.
It has a rich history of local producers bringing fresh meats, vegetables, breads and baked goods to the Manhattan area each week. You will discover many local crafters bringing handmade jewelry, soaps, woodworking and other art mediums to the market.
The market is held at 3rd and Leavenworth in the Dillard’s west parking lot. Hours are from 8 am until 1 pm every Saturday, from April through October.

Rob Watson Live @ Flight Crew Coffee
2024-05-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Flight Crew Coffee, 423 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Sit back, relax and enjoy the tunes from Rob Watson from 7-9!!!

MidFest Presents: Crambone & A. Taylor McFall Live @ Finn's - Fundraiser & Networking Event
2024-05-18 20:00 - 23:00 | Finn’s Neighborhood Pub, 317 Poyntz Ave. Suite A, Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Musicians and music lovers unite to raise money for MidFest, Manhattan’s very own grassroots festival. Meanwhile, meet the most passionate live performance advocates in town!
8:00 pm – Crambone is Manhattan’s newest folk/bluegrass project featuring Aliyah Stephens alongside Nathan and Spencer Page.
9:00 pm – A. Taylor McFall is a singer-songwriter best known for his work in Philosophy of Lions.
Donations are welcome!!

Karaoke @ Finn's
2024-05-21 20:30, 2024-05-28 20:30 | Finn’s Neighborhood Pub, 317 Poyntz Ave. Suite A, Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Unleash your inner rockstar every Tuesday at Finn’s! Grab the mic, sing your heart out and enjoy great drink specials all night ling. Gather with your friends for a memorable evening filled with laughter and great tunes. We’ll see you at Finn’s for the ultimate karaoke experience where you can always be the star you know you are!!!

Cool Cats Sock Hop @ Flight Crew Coffee
2024-05-22 19:30 - 21:00 | Flight Crew Coffee, 423 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Join us for East Coast Swing Dancing at the Cool Cats Sock Hop, which occurs every fourth Wednesday of the month.
$5.00 admission, no experience or partner required. Beginner lesson begins at 7:30 PM with the social dance from 8:15 – 9:00 PM.

Finn's Open Mic Night
2024-05-22 20:00 - 23:00 | Finn’s Neighborhood Pub, 317 Poyntz Ave. Suite A, Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Come one, come all and show off your talent by singing, playing an instrument, reading poetry or telling a few jokes. 21 and over and FREE. Sound, mics and an acoustic guitar are provided. Be the star you know you are, the sky is the limit!!!

Charlie McVay + Band Live @ Flight Crew Coffee
2024-05-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Flight Crew Coffee, 423 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Sit back, relax and enjoy the tunes from The Charlie McVay Band from 7-9!!!

Art Nite @ Flight Crew Coffee
2024-05-28 17:00 - 19:00 | Flight Crew Coffee, 423 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Come do your art or craft at Flight Crew with fellow creatives!

The Bell Brothers Live @ Flight Crew Coffee
2024-05-31 19:00 - 21:00 | Flight Crew Coffee, 423 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Sit back, relax and enjoy the tunes from The Bell Brothers from 7-9!!!

Summer Gnome Scavenger Hunt
2024-06-03 - 2024-07-07 | Manhattan Town Center, 100 Manhattan Town Ctr, Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Beat the heat this summer with some indoor family fun! Grab a worksheet from inside the mall and try your hand at spotting all 12 festive gnomes hidden around Manhattan Town Center during regular mall hours from June 3rd to July 7th.

Yak and Yarn at MPL
2024-06-03 13:00 - 15:30 | Manhattan Public Library, 629 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Socialize with fellow knitting and crocheting enthusiasts at the Manhattan Public Library! All levels of experience welcome. Work on your yarn and textile projects and craft with others.
Mondays 1-3:30pm.
This program is intended for adults and teens. To maintain an environment tailored to this audience, young children are not permitted to attend.

Wing Wars @ MBC
2024-06-08 17:00 - 22:00 | Manhattan Brewing Co., 406 Poyntz Ave., Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Manhattan’s only chicken wing competition is coming and you do not want to miss this inaugural event! Featuring restaurants from Manhattan, find out who has the best wings in MHK.
Ticket are $10.00 and come with 10 wing tickets: 1 wing = 1 ticket. Additional wing tickets cam be purchased for $1.00 per wing ticket on the day of the event.

Kids in the Kitchen
2024-06-13 - 2024-08-01 | Hy-Vee, 601 3rd Place, Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Join your Hy-Vee Wellness Team for a fun-filled summer of delicious culinary eats! Participants will work together to prepare recipes while learning useful culinary skills. Attend only specific dates OR select “Whole Camp Discount” to receive our discounted summer offer. Must pre-register through eventbrite. By the end of camp children will:

Feel confident with basic kitchen skills
Become more adventurous with new foods
Know how to shop like a pro
Have a new arsenal of go-to recipes to make at home

Participants will work towards the Hy-Vee Super Chef Certification which will be obtained at the completion of camp! Join us for camp time at Manhattan Hy-Vee (601 N 3rd Place, Manhattan Kansas) on the 2nd Floor of Hy-Vee in our Club Room. Recommended for ages 4-10 but children of all ages are welcome to attend. Parents are welcome to stay or go. Great time to grab a Starbucks drink or shop…or both! CAMP SCHEDULE IS 4:00 PM – 5:15 PM on the Following Days:

Thursday June 13th
Thursday June 20th
Thursday June 27th
Wednesday July 3rd
Thursday July 11th
Thursday July 18th
Thursday July 25th
Thursday August 1st

Questions?! Kristi Sanders (785)-370-3394 or Kristi.Sanders@hy-vee.com https://www.eventbrite.com/e/manhattan-hy-vee-kids-in-the-kitchen-camp-tickets-912302781177

Boutique Hop on Poyntz
2024-06-15 14:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Manhattan
Grab your girlfriends for a fun afternoon of shopping & drinks!
“Boutique hop” to each participating business and be eligible to win the giveaway valued at $300!
DATE: June 15 – 2PM to 5PM @ POYNTZ AVENUE
Participating businesses Mesa Collection – Twelve A Fellowship – Bling Glamour – Wild and Blooming Floral – Furnish – Brown’s Shoe Fit

See More Here

Tour de Taco
2024-06-15 15:00 - 17:00 | Blue Earth Plaza, Colorado St., Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Calling all taco lovers and biking enthusiasts! The 2024 Tour de Taco is here!
BikeWalkMHK Taco Bike Ride, is a family-friendly, all-ages-and-abilities ride that combines two of our favorite things: tacos and bikes! We’ll be exploring Manhattan on our bikes, riding along urban routes that include trails, bike lanes, and bike boulevards while making stops at three delicious taco shops along the way.
Including:
1. Antojitos Yami Yummy
2. Mi Tierra Cantina
3. Taqueria El Aguila
This event is open to all ages and abilities, whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or new to biking. It’s a great opportunity to socialize, have fun, and explore the city on two wheels while supporting our mission.
Tickets will run $15 per ticket. All proceeds go to the three taco shops. Supporting small, local businesses.
Bring your bike, helmet, and appetite for tacos, and let’s pedal together in celebration of bikes, tacos, and our vibrant community! Don’t miss out on this unique and tasty event organized by BikeWalkMHK. Join us for a fun-filled day of biking and tacos.
Register at the link below:
https://www.bikewalkmhk.com/events/tour-de-taco-2024https://www.bikewalkmhk.com/tour-de-taco

DockDogs® Little Apple Splash
2024-06-16 12:00 - 19:00 | Blue Earth Plaza, Colorado St., Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
DockDogs® in Kansas?! You better believe it, we’re back again!
REGISTER TODAY and jump with the World’s Premier Canine Aquatics Competition in this Wild Card Event! This event includes Big Air, Extreme Vertical and Speed Retrieve.
Think you and your dog have what it takes to win? Or how about just having a great time trying their best with other doggie pals?DockDogs® welcomes both new and experienced dogs for this fun-filled event! Learn more and register at dockdogs.com
Just want to watch ’em fly? Spectators are FREE and highly encouraged. This is a great summer event for families of all ages and species. So come on over – the more the merrier!

Third Thursday: June
2024-06-20 17:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Manhattan
On the Third Thursday of each month from May to October, downtown transforms into a street faire and maker’s market.
You’ll want to come to each one as you won’t want to miss activities unique to each date! Don’t miss our Third Thursday staples like the Cake Walk, our sidewalk musicians, and variety of maker’s booths.
Each Third Thursday has a special feature!This month is Summer Fest, featuring mega bubbles, a printmaking station, an advice booth, and more!

Manhattan Brewing Company 4th Anniversary
2024-07-12 15:00 - 2024-07-13 22:00 | Manhattan Brewing Co., 406 Poyntz Ave., Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
4 FREAKIN YEARS!!!! Join us as we celebrate being open for 4 FREAKIN YEARS!! July 12th and 13th, we will have special beers, food, games, and more. The alley will be open both days after 3 pm for some outside drinking and we will have J&T’s Italian Ice here for the kids (adults too, this stuff is delicious). Special merch will be available but is SUPER limited. Come party with us!!!
Special shoutout to Marcus from Equilibrium Tattoo for the 4th Anniversary designs!

Christmas in July
2024-07-14 14:00 - 17:00 | Hilton Garden Inn, 410 S. 3rd St., Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
The Manhattan Festival of Lights at Blue Earth Plaza is bringing Christmas in July to Manhattan Hilton Garden Inn on July 14th!Join us for a summer celebration with Santa and enjoy a FREE screening of ‘A Christmas Story’ with your friends and family, complete with popcorn! Santa’s Meet & Greet: 2:00 PM Movie Time: 2:30 PM Film: ‘A Christmas Story’ on the BIG ScreenFor more details, visit: www.mhkfestivaloflights.comStay with us! Make your reservations at manhattanks.hgi.com.
