So you're not mentally prepared to spend your morning on November 26 in a crowded line… What do you do? Easy, #OptOutside at a Kansas State Park! All Kansas State Parks are waiving their entry fees, and you may even win yourself a FREE night’s stay in a state park cabin of your choice. Whether you…
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A women's march in December 1921 brought national attention to the coal mines of Southeast Kansas. Coal was mined in the area as early as the 1860's and thousands of immigrants came from all over the world to work in these mines. The mix of nationalities created a blend of ethnic cultures unique to…
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You'll love the holiday season in Kansas! Communities around the state come together and put on incredible light displays and events to celebrate our festive holidays. While these events may look a little bit different in 2021, joining in on the festivities is a perfect way to "wrap up" another wild…
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Ready for some Labor Day Weekend fun? Kansas has some amazing local events in store just for you! Be sure to use #ToTheStarsKS when you post your patriotic pics for your chance to be featured on the Kansas Tourism social channels! Little Balkans Days Festival - Pittsburg This festival is sure to be…
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Are you an avid train enthusiast? Or do you have a kiddo that's choo choo obsessed? No matter the draw, you'll find an amazing photo op and viewing experience as the U.P.'s Big Boy steam engine makes its way through Kansas! Kansas Big Boy Steam Engine Stops Monday, August 9, 2021 City Time Stop…
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Are you ready to experience an All-American 4th of July? We've rounded up some of the amazing communities that are putting on a show on the holiday weekend! Fireworks aren't your thing? No problem! From air shows to made-from-scratch eats to carnivals and concerts, there's more to see than the…
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Marysville’s first Mother’s Day Flea Market was in 1976 in conjunction with the city’s celebrations commemorating the nation’s bicentennial. The inaugural event was held on Mother’s Day and drew more than 5000 people to the city. Howard Kessinger, editor of The Marysville Advocate, editorialized the…
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In May of 2021 the Big Kansas Road Trip, BKRT to those in the know, is heading east. Come enjoy and explore scenic and unique Brown, Doniphan, and Nemaha counties on May 6-9. What exactly is the Big Kansas Road Trip? Well in simplest terms, it’s a showcase, a tri-county open house! The event is an…
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The Flint Hills beckons classical music enthusiasts, cyclists, hikers, birders and nature-lovers. In…
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This year skip the hassle-filled combat shopping on Black Friday, Nov. 23. Ditch the lethargic day…
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