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Have you heard about the new light show coming to Old Prairie Town at Ward-Meade Historic Site and Botanical Garden? See more details below! ππππβ€
10/07/2026
It's too scary to think about missing out on the fun... There are so many festivals and family events happening all around Topeka this time of year. Find more information on these festivals below! π
Smoke on the Water BBQ Festival and Competition | Cheer on competitors and taste their BBQ before the judges decide who takes the trophy, on Friday October 9, from 4 - 10 p.m. at Lake Shawnee Campground. π
Ghost Tours: Haunting Tales of Mystery, Murder & Mayhem | Go online to www.topekacemetery.com schedule your haunted tour with the Historic Cemetery of Topeka. Spot ghosts and make friends after dark on October 16 and 17. π»
Topeka Renaissance Fall Festival | Enter a mythical realm with Vikings, magic, fae worlds, and so much more. Get your weekend pass or day pass tickets online at topekarenfest.com and find activities for all ages, open October 23 through the 25th (hours vary). βοΈ
Downtown Topeka Trunk-or-Treat | This annual, city-wide event brings the community together for costumes and candy, from 5 to 8 p.m. on October 29, at Evergy Plaza. π¬
Families in Topeka can enjoy the adorable and enriching To The Stars Play CafΓ©!π§‘
Located at 2120 SW Brandywine Ln #110, guardians and children are invited to have fun! Enjoy the indoor playground, soft play structures, and a schedule of educational opportunities. Plus, this stop is outfitted with a complete cafΓ© and kid-friendly snack options. Visit To The Stars for their seasonal drink menu and awesome company mission! βοΈ
COMMENT Discover if you want to see more cafΓ© content in Topeka/Shawnee County! βοΈ
10/06/2026
Fall Festivals are never ending in Topeka & Shawnee County. Come out to the farm, get thrilled at the expo center, or enjoy incredible live music experiences! This and so much more. Looking for a small-town vibe? Check out our city event calendar to find hyper-local events happening around town! π
Did we forget something? Let us know by commenting and invite us to your favorite fall events coming up! π
See below for more information on each of these events!
π Shively Farms Fest | Weekends in October at 5840 SE Croco Rd, Berryton, KS | Head to www.shivelyfarmspumpkinpatch.com for more information.
π Gary's Berries Fall Festival | Open all October and select dates in November at 5991 17th St, Grantville, KS | Head to garysfarmfest.com for more information.
π Nightmare on the Boulevard | Weekends in October at Stormont Vail Events Center | Head to www.stormontvaileventscenter.com for more information.
π Divas of Soul | On October 10 at 7 p.m. at Topeka Performing Arts Center | Head to www.topekaperformingarts.org for more information.
π Fall, Farm & Fireside at Hailey Hobby Farm | October 17 from 4-7 p.m. at 8227 SW Auburn Rd | Head to haileyhobbyfarm.com for more information.
π The Breakaway Gravel Race | On October 17, starting at 9:30 AM at Echo Cliff Park in Maple Hill | Visit www.bikereg.com to register for "The Breakaway Gravel Race at Echo Cliff" and to learn more.
π Stanley Sheldon's Rhythm Republic | Happening on October 18 a3 p.m. inside Topeka Performing Arts Center. | Head to www.topekaperformingarts.org for more information.
π Colton Dixon & Micah Tyler | Happening on October 25 from 7-9 p.m. at Fellowship Bible Church | Use www.seatgig.com to purchase tickets.
π Randy Travis: More Life Tour | On November 7 at 7 p.m. inside Topeka Performing Arts Center | Head to www.topekaperformingarts.org for more information.
10/04/2026
Tonight is the CLOSING night of Flint Hills Shakespeare Festival! π
One last call to walk through the enchanted forest in St. Mary's, Kansas! You can enjoy a huge selection of delicious food and tasty b**rs, several incredible live music performances, a magical venue, and a powerful/community-driven performance of Shakespeare's Richard II! β
Bring your lawn chair or a blanket to view the performance comfortably. See the Flint Hills Shakespeare Festival page for more information and don't miss this charming event! β¨
10/03/2026
It's not too late to attend A Night of Fashion in NOTO, presented by Dillardβs Topeka. It's all happening TONIGHT, October 3, starting at 5 p.m. at Great Overland Station. π
Get your tickets for this complete fashion show experience at the door one of two ways:
1. At the door where general admission is $20
2. Or, use this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dillards-in-noto-a-night-of-fashion-tickets-2000502763618
In addition to the Dillardβs fall collection, see local boutiques on the runway, and enjoy a night where arts, community, and fashion come together. β€οΈ
πGreat Overland Station
ποΈ Saturday, October 3
π§ Doors open at 5 p.m.
10/03/2026
Oktoberfest weekend is upon us. Check out The Blind Tiger Brewery & Restaurant for a German-style party complete with new b**rs, b**r cocktails and seasonal cocktails, and a great patio. Oktoberfest lasts until Sunday, October 4. π» Learn more using the link in our bio! **r
The models are runway ready and A Night of Fashion in NOTO, presented by Dillardβs Topeka, is happening THIS SATURDAY, October 3, starting at 5 p.m. at Great Overland Station. π
In addition to the Dillardβs fall collection, see local boutiques on the runway, and enjoy a night where arts, community, and fashion come together. β€οΈ
Get your tickets for this complete fashion show experience at the door (GA is $20) or by using this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dillards-in-noto-a-night-of-fashion-tickets-2000502763618
πGreat Overland Station
ποΈ Saturday, October 3
π§ Doors open at 5 p.m.
10/01/2026
It's October! Are you a Rock-tober or a Shock-tober type? If you're looking for a good gasp, have a Haunted Kansas Halloween in Topeka. π»β
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To take a ghost tour this Halloween season, use the link in our pinned comment! To join Friends of Historic Topeka Cemetery on their "Haunting Tales of Mystery, Murder & Mayhem" journey!
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