The Festival of Trees is a Magical Way to Begin the Holiday Season Join us November 17, 2023, as we celebrate 20 years with the Festival of Trees. It will be a fun evening with beautifully decorated trees, mantels, wreaths, and entryway. We’ll have delicious food, a cash bar, photo booth, liquor pull, and many […]
The Tree Lighting Ceremony will be held on Friday, November 24th, 2023. Santa will be lighting the tree at 7 p.m. Come enjoy this free one-of-a-kind illumination spectacular that includes local choirs, holiday festivities and of course - lots & lots of lights!
Embrace the spirit of the holiday season at this unique outdoor shopping experience dedicated to Kansas products. On Small Business Saturday, the FHDC connects merchants who grow, produce, process, manufacture, or craft their products in Kansas with those seeking to make a difference with their dollars in their home state. Bringing a variety of businesses […]
Come enjoy our holiday parade! Bundle up to see this winter spectacular, all lit up! Parade Starts at 5:30PM Click Here to Find Out More
Once upon a time in cozy Manhattan, Santa came to visit the Discovery Center! Families flocked inside for breakfast and sweet treats. Children played games and told holiday stories. Gingerbread Men were decorated, and families posed for photos with Santa. The only way to find out how this story ends is to join in the […]
Join your Hy-Vee dietitian team for this hands-on cooking event. You will get to make and eat fun themed recipes + take home a recipe booklet for your creations! Earn an "I Tried It!" sticker by sampling everything we prepare. Recommended age range is 4-11 years old. Tickets are only needed for the child. Adults […]
Once upon a time in cozy Manhattan, Santa came to visit the Discovery Center! Families flocked inside for breakfast and sweet treats. Children played games and told holiday stories. Gingerbread Men were decorated, and families posed for photos with Santa. The only way to find out how this story ends is to join in the […]
Grab your Santa hats and get down to the Alley to party!! Arrow Cocktail Lounge and MBC are hosting Christmas in the Alley on Thursday, December 14th from 5-10 pm! $5 cover charge to get in or bring a toy to for us to donate to Boys and Girls Club for Free Entry!! Kids under […]
Take a horse drawn carriage ride to enjoy the beautiful holiday lights of Downtown Manhattan! Rides will be offered from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. on: Friday, December 15th Saturday, December 16th Sunday, December 17th Carriages will pick up and drop off at the Blue Earth Plaza. Rides are FREE but cash donations are welcomed and […]
It's our annual family-friendly celebration to ring in the New Year. We’ve got food, music, fun, and our iconic balloon drop at kids' midnight (8 p.m.) with a glow party! All children must be accompanied by an adult. This popular community event typically sells out so be sure to purchase your tickets in advance! Tickets […]
