Name: Art on the Ave – Downtown Art Fest
Start: 2026-10-03T15:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-10-03T19:00:00-05:00
Location: Downtown Manhattan

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		2 events 1 2 events, 1 2026-09-01 Featured Public Art Exhibit – Townies by Felix Jimenez Featured Public Art Exhibit – Townies by Felix Jimenez Featured September 1 - September 25 Public Art Exhibit – Townies by Felix Jimenez Felix Jimenez’s work brings a distinctive creative voice to Downtown Manhattan, inviting viewers to explore powerful themes, unique perspectives, and artistic expression through his featured collection. See his work in the 409 and Midtown art spaces. Exhibit ends Friday, Sept. 25th Featured 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM Zen Brass @ First United Methodist Church Featured September 1 @ 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM Zen Brass @ First United Methodist Church We’re excited to welcome Zen Brass to First United Methodist Church for an evening of outstanding live music! This American brass septet brings together talented musicians for a rich and energetic concert you won’t want to miss. Invite a friend and join us! Tuesday, September 1 7:30 PM First United Methodist Church 612 Poyntz Ave […]	1 event 2 1 event, 2 2026-09-01 Featured Public Art Exhibit – Townies by Felix Jimenez	3 events 3 3 events, 3 2026-09-01 Featured Public Art Exhibit – Townies by Felix Jimenez Featured 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Little Apple Pride – Drag Pub Crawl Featured September 3 @ 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Little Apple Pride – Drag Pub Crawl Time & Location Sep 03, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM Downtown Manhattan, Scrub Haven 121 S. 4th St. Suite 102 Manhattan, KS About the event Come to our 2nd Semi-Annual Drag Pub Crawl! Check-in at Scrub Haven to pick up your passport and then make your way through the participating locations to see the […] $2525, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Zine Club @ Switch Wicked Studios September 3 @ 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Zine Club @ Switch Wicked Studios Switch Wicked Studios is excited to partner with Torso Zines for Zine Club! Join fellow creators in a welcoming space. With guidance from Torso Zines, Monty will share expertise, answer questions, and help bring your ideas and zines to life. All skill levels welcome! Some supplies will be provided, but you are welcome to bring […]	2 events 4 2 events, 4 2026-09-01 Featured Public Art Exhibit – Townies by Felix Jimenez Featured 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Purple Power Play 2026 Featured September 4 @ 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Purple Power Play 2026 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.	3 events 5 3 events, 5 2026-09-01 Featured Public Art Exhibit – Townies by Felix Jimenez Featured 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM First Saturday Art Market @ Switch Wicked Studios Featured September 5 @ 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM First Saturday Art Market @ Switch Wicked Studios Join us on the first Saturday of every month for the First Saturday Art Market at Switch Wicked Studios! This indoor market showcases local artists working across a variety of styles and mediums, from prints and zines to paintings, handmade goods, and more. With space for up to 15 artists each month, it’s a perfect […], 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Art Exhibit & SALE September 5 @ 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Art Exhibit & SALE 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 - […]
1 event 6 1 event, 6 2026-09-01 Featured Public Art Exhibit – Townies by Felix Jimenez Featured Public Art Exhibit – Townies by Felix Jimenez	1 event 7 1 event, 7 2026-09-01 Featured Public Art Exhibit – Townies by Felix Jimenez	1 event 8 1 event, 8 2026-09-01 Featured Public Art Exhibit – Townies by Felix Jimenez	1 event 9 1 event, 9 2026-09-01 Featured Public Art Exhibit – Townies by Felix Jimenez	1 event 10 1 event, 10 2026-09-01 Featured Public Art Exhibit – Townies by Felix Jimenez	2 events 11 2 events, 11 2026-09-01 Featured Public Art Exhibit – Townies by Felix Jimenez Featured 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Symphony on the Plaza Featured September 11 @ 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Symphony on the Plaza 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. […]	1 event 12 1 event, 12 2026-09-01 Featured Public Art Exhibit – Townies by Felix Jimenez
1 event 13 1 event, 13 2026-09-01 Featured Public Art Exhibit – Townies by Felix Jimenez Featured Public Art Exhibit – Townies by Felix Jimenez	1 event 14 1 event, 14 2026-09-01 Featured Public Art Exhibit – Townies by Felix Jimenez	2 events 15 2 events, 15 2026-09-01 Featured Public Art Exhibit – Townies by Felix Jimenez Featured 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Arts RX: Movement in the Museum @ MOA&L Featured September 15 @ 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Arts RX: Movement in the Museum @ MOA&L Arts Rx: Movement in the Museum Tuesday, September 15, 2026 6:00 – 7:00 PM The Museum of Art + Light Free Includes access to the museum’s third floor Fine Art Gallery only. For adults 18+. Advance registration required. Capacity is limited to 25 participants. Program Description: Meadowlark Cancer Program and the Museum of Art + […]	2 events 16 2 events, 16 2026-09-01 Featured Public Art Exhibit – Townies by Felix Jimenez Featured 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Drinks & Thinks – The Female Nervous System & Migraines Featured September 16 @ 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Drinks & Thinks – The Female Nervous System & Migraines Free to attend by must RSVP via website link - https://www.exploretock.com/arrow-cocktail-lounge-manhattan/event/622530/drinks-thinks-the-female-nervous-systems-migraines?utm_source=sqmktg_email Drinks & Thinks - The Female Nervous Systems & Migraines Wednesday, September 16th 2026 \| 7-8:30 p.m. Although males and females both experience migraines, females are three times more likely to experience them. Everyone just assumes that it is a woman’s hormonal story that is […]	2 events 17 2 events, 17 2026-09-01 Featured Public Art Exhibit – Townies by Felix Jimenez Featured 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Final Third Thursday Event of 2026! Featured September 17 @ 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Final Third Thursday Event of 2026! 🕔 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 […]	1 event 18 1 event, 18 2026-09-01 Featured Public Art Exhibit – Townies by Felix Jimenez	2 events 19 2 events, 19 2026-09-01 Featured Public Art Exhibit – Townies by Felix Jimenez Featured 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Keep My Future Bright: Kids Art Show Reception Featured September 19 @ 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Keep My Future Bright: Kids Art Show Reception Switch Wicked is excited to host its first kids' art exhibition with participants from Riley County and surrounding areas. This is a free, non-juried art show -- please check out the details and FAQ's below to submit your child's handmade artwork! An opening reception will be held Saturday, September 19, from 3 - 5pm. The […]
1 event 20 1 event, 20 2026-09-01 Featured Public Art Exhibit – Townies by Felix Jimenez Featured Public Art Exhibit – Townies by Felix Jimenez	1 event 21 1 event, 21 2026-09-01 Featured Public Art Exhibit – Townies by Felix Jimenez	1 event 22 1 event, 22 2026-09-01 Featured Public Art Exhibit – Townies by Felix Jimenez	1 event 23 1 event, 23 2026-09-01 Featured Public Art Exhibit – Townies by Felix Jimenez	3 events 24 3 events, 24 2026-09-01 Featured Public Art Exhibit – Townies by Felix Jimenez Featured 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Cups of Connection Social Networking Event Featured September 24 @ 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Cups of Connection Social Networking Event 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 […], Featured 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Spirits EDU: Gin @ Arrow Cocktail Lounge Featured September 24 @ 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Spirits EDU: Gin @ Arrow Cocktail Lounge Our Spirits Edu Courses offer an in depth look at the history and use each spirit. We will explore the origins of the spirit and how it is commonly used […] $28.00	1 event 25 1 event, 25 2026-09-01 Featured Public Art Exhibit – Townies by Felix Jimenez	0 events 26 0 events, 26
0 events 27 0 events, 27	0 events 28 0 events, 28	0 events 29 0 events, 29	1 event 30 1 event, 30 Featured 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Drinks & Thinks – A Fresh Voice for Riley County w Rob Voelker Featured September 30 @ 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Drinks & Thinks – A Fresh Voice for Riley County w Rob Voelker Drinks & Thinks- A Fresh Voice for Riley County Wednesday, September 30th 2026 \| 7-8:30pm Join us for an evening with Rob Voelker, candidate for Riley County Commission District #1, […]