Downtown Manhattan Inc.

Cool Cats Sock Hop @ Flight Crew Coffee
2024-05-22 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | 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.

Karaoke @ Finn's
2024-05-21 20:30, 2024-05-07 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!!!

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!!

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!!!

Downtown Farmers Market
2024-05-18 08:00 - 13:00, 2024-05-11 08:00 - 13:00, 2024-05-04 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.

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!!!

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!

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.

Free Singo @ Finn's
2024-05-15 19:30 - 21:00 | 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!!

Silent Book Club @ Flight Crew Coffee
2024-05-15 17:30 - 19:00 | Flight Crew Coffee, 423 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
This is a book club for people who want to read! For the first thirty minutes, you can come chat with other book lovers about what you’re reading. Or not. Completely up to you! Then read by our fire for the next hour, silently, to yourself. Enjoy!

Karaoke Tuesdays @ Finn's
2024-05-14 20:30 | Finn’s Neighborhood Pub, 317 Poyntz Ave. Suite A, Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States

Fireside Chat @ Flight Crew Coffee
2024-05-14 17:30 - 19:00 | Flight Crew Coffee, 423 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Come enjoy a historical talk at Flight Crew Coffee brought to you by the Riley County Historical Museum.

Dacing Stew Live @ Flight Crew Coffee
2024-05-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Flight Crew Coffee, 423 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Sit back, relax and enjoy the tunes from Dacing Stew from 7-9!!!

Ferris Bueller's Day Off: Fan Fave Fridays @ Wareham Hall
2024-05-10 19:00 - 21:00 | The Wareham Opera House, 410 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Doors open at 6:15 PM and movie begins at 7:00 PM
Ditch the pencils and books, because we’re taking a day off, Ferris Bueller style! We’re cruising through Chicago, singing in parades and outsmarting the dean, all without leaving Wareham Hall.
Expect an evening filled with laughs, memorable quotes and lessons in the fine art of playing hooky. Grab your ticket and come ready to experience the joyride that taught us the importance of a day off.

Nirvana Hope Live @ Finn's
2024-05-09 20:00 - 23:00 | Finn’s Neighborhood Pub, 317 Poyntz Ave. Suite A, Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Acoustic singer-songwriter, Nirvana Hope, returns to Finn’s for an evening of live music and good vibes! She’ll be jamming her quirked up originals + the 90’s tunes we all know and love!! Come on out and show her some love at your favorite pub in Downtown Manhattan!!!

Cinco de Mayo with El Patron & MBC
2024-05-05 16:00 - 22:00 | Manhattan Brewing Co., 406 Poyntz Ave., Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Tacos, Beer, and Margaritas, if you can’t get excited for that, you don’t have a pulse.
El Patron is busting out their taco cart and Salud Mexican Lager and El Bandido Margaritas will be on tap for Cinco De Mayo at MBC!! The party starts at 4 pm inside and in the alley of MBC. DJ Sloan will be in the alley getting you hyped up for some delicious El Bandido Margaritas, and there will be some drinking games to keep the Sunday Funday party going!

Cinco De Mayo with El Patron at MBC
2024-05-05 16:00 - 21:00 | Manhattan Brewing Co., 406 Poyntz Ave., Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Tacos, Beer and Margaritas, what more can you ask for?
El Patron is busting out their taco cart and Salud Mexican Lager and El Bandido Margaritas will be on tap for Cinco De Mayo at MBC! The party starts at 4:00 pm inside and in the alley behind MBC. DJ Sloan will be in the alley getting you hyped up for some delicious El Bandido Margaritas and there will be some drinking games to keep the Sunday Funday party going!!

Paul Hunt Live @ Flight Crew Coffee
2024-05-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Flight Crew Coffee, 423 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Sit back, relax and enjoy the tunes from Paul Hunt from 7-9!!!

Alley Beers - Every Friday at MBC
2024-05-03 16:00 - 21:00 | Manhattan Brewing Co., 406 Poyntz Ave., Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Every Friday from 4-9 pm at MBC, come drink some beers, listen to some music and enjoy the vibes in the alley behind MBC!!!

An Evening with the Dudes at Finn's
2024-05-02 20:00 - 22:00 | Finn’s Neighborhood Pub, 317 Poyntz Ave. Suite A, Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Throw back some brews and howl one out with the Dudes!!! As always the show is FREE.

StoryWalk Downtown: Set Sail for Pancakes
2024-05-01 - 2024-07-31 | Downtown Manhattan
The StoryWalk® Downtown is a self-directed walk available May 1-July 31. The walk starts at Manhattan Public Library’s north windows along 629 Poyntz Avenue. From there, you’ll walk Downtown and read pages from “Set Sail for Pancakes” along the way. Look for book pages in Downtown businesses’ windows. Once you’ve completed the StoryWalk®, visit the library’s Children’s Room for your small prize.

Kansas Science Festival
2024-04-27 11:00 - 16:00 | Downtown Manhattan
A day filled with discovery and fun at the 3rd annual Kansas Science Festival, happening on April 27th from 11 am to 4 pm, in the heart of Downtown Manhattan, KS. This family-friendly event is a celebration of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math, designed to spark excitement and curiosity in learners of all ages.

Experience hands-on activities, engaging demonstrations, and groundbreaking projects presented by passionate STEAM students, professionals, and organizations from across the community. Whether you’re a science enthusiast, a curious learner, or simply looking for a fun day out with the family, there’s something for everyone at the Kansas Science Festival!

Admission is free, and all are welcome to explore the endless possibilities of STEAM. Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable day of learning, laughter, and inspiration. Let’s ignite our curiosity together and discover the magic of STEAM.

For more information, visit our website: https://sciencefestks.org/

Free Cancer Screening
2024-04-27 11:00 - 13:00 | Lafayette Masonic Lodge #16, 322 Houston Street, Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Join us for a FREE health and cancer screening hosted by the Kansas Masons, Masonic Cancer Alliance (MCA), and The University of Kansas Cancer Center. This community outreach event is open to the public. All ages are welcome. Registration is not required.

Lodge members and staff from the MCA are teaming up with health professionals from the University of Kansas Medical Center to provide health services that include:
• Prostate cancer screenings
• Skin cancer screenings
• Take-home colorectal cancer screening kits
• Blood pressure readings
• Tobacco cessation materials

BayoU GatorCraw Fest
2024-04-26 17:00 - 2024-04-28 20:00 | Blue Earth Plaza, Colorado St., Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
We are so excited to announce the 7th Annual BayoU GatorCraw Fest. Tickets go on sale today at 8:00AM! Don’t miss this authentic Cajun and Creole Good Time!
Did someone say Lagniappe? Catch the sale while you can!

https://www.bayougatorcrawfest.com/

Promenade on Poyntz
2024-04-25 18:00 - 20:30 | Downtown Manhattan
Promenade on Poyntz features downtown businesses who will open their doors to serve as ‘stops’ along the Promenade path as participants stroll around Poyntz Avenue sampling a variety of food and drink.

Frog Wizard Festival
2024-04-20 15:00 - 22:30 | Manhattan Brewing Co., 406 Poyntz Ave., Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
The Frog Wizard Festival hits the outdoor stage with The Velveteers and cools down indoors with acoustic acts. Held at the Manhattan Brewing Co., the magic begins at 3 pm. On the outdoor stage, prepare to be spellbound by Social Cinema, Horse Bitch, and MellowPhobia. Inside, you can cool down with acoustic acts from Matt Wade, Jefferson Pfannenstiel, and Rich Yarges. They’re also brewing up a special return of the Frog Wizard beer, a mystical collaboration between Switch Wicked and Manhattan Brewing Company. Plus, the event will be MC’d by the voices of Wildcat 91.9. Mark your calendars for this musical extravaganza!
This is a ticketed event.

Pink Up the Pace
2024-04-20 08:00 - 11:00 | Poyntz Avenue, Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS, 66502, United States
Run or walk in our 7th annual Pink Up the Pace 5k run and mile Honor Walk for breast cancer research. All proceeds benefit the Johnson Cancer Research Center. Register here!
