All Treats Day in Downtown Manhattan
2026-10-30 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Downtown Manhattan
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 trick-or-treat at participating neighborhood businesses. Come in costume and enjoy a fun, family-friendly Halloween experience in the heart of our community!
Don’t forget the annual Boo Party from 4-6pm at the Manhattan Town Center!

Veteran's Day Parade
2026-11-11 09:30 - 10:30 | Downtown Manhattan
The parade begins at 9:30 am at the Manhattan Town Center, travels west down Poyntz Avenue, and concludes at City Park.

12 Drinks of Christmas - Downtown Manhattan
2026-11-14 - 2026-12-18 | Downtown Manhattan
The 12 Drinks of Christmas Slow Crawl kicks off on November 14th!

Participating Downtown establishments are serving up exclusive, holiday-inspired drinks through December 18th.

With a whole month to complete your Passport, you can enjoy each location’s festive drink at your own pace. Visit each participating spot, present your Passport to try their exclusive drink, and collect a stamp. When you’ve completed your Passport, return it to our Downtown Manhattan office to receive a commemorative glass (while supplies last)!

Festival of Lights
2026-11-27 19:00 - 20:00 | Blue Earth Plaza, Colorado St., Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
14th Annual Festival of Lights
Friday, November 27th, 2026
Blue Earth Plaza
7PM Aerial Drone Show followed by the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

The Festival is going to be bigger & better than ever before.
We are so grateful to the Manhattan community for making it happen!

It’s never too early to get on Santa’s GOOD list!

Small Business Saturday
2026-11-28 | Downtown Manhattan
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.

Saturday, November 28th, choose the businesses built by neighbors, rooted in our streets, and essential to our local story.
Shop Small First.

25th Annual Spirit of the Holidays Lighted Parade
2026-12-04 17:30 - 19:00 | Downtown Manhattan
Event Date: December 4th, 5:30 PM
Parade Route: Poyntz Avenue (from 3rd Street & Poyntz Avenue to City Park)
For Parade Goers:
Where to Watch:

The best viewing spots are along Poyntz Avenue from 3rd Street all the way to City Park.
Arrive early to grab a prime spot and enjoy the festive atmosphere.

What to Expect:

Enjoy beautifully lit floats, marching bands, and more, bringing holiday cheer to the heart of our neighborhood.
The parade starts at 5:30 PM, but be sure to come early for parking and the best views.

Parking Information:

Free parking is available at public lots and the Manhattan Town Center.
Be aware of street closures along Poyntz Avenue, which will begin prior to the parade. If you are parked on Poyntz at the start of the parade, you will have to remain in place until the parade passes.
