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Upcoming Events in Marion Kansas


May

5 Marion Walleye Tournament - The KWA welcomes anglers of all ages. It is tournament fishing for fun. Many of our teams consist of men and women, parent and child, grandparent and grandchild, cousins, friends and co-workers. Membership in the KWA is not required to enter any of our tournaments.

FOR UPDATES, ENTRY FORMS, AND MORE DETAILED INFORMATION GO TO kansaswalleye.org/

Address: Marion Reservoir, US 56 , Marion, Kansas
Ph: 620-662-0296 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: webstert@kansaswalleye.org
Web: kansaswalleye.org/
Fee: Entry fees

June

24 - 26 Chingawassa Days - Annual Chingawassa Days first full weekend in June. Fun for the entire family! Each year brings a new big name act. Past years’ entertainment has included "The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band," "Kentucky HeadHunters," "Three Dog Night," "Little River Band," "Little Texas," "Restless Heart," "The Guess Who," "Grand Funk Railroad," "FOGHAT," "The Bellamy Brothers," and "Starship!"

Lots of music, food, races and contests, rides and games, anvil shoot, Texas Hold 'Em, bingo, 3 on 3 basketball, Rock, Paper, Scissors Contest, Texting Contest, arm wrestling, and much more!

Chingawassa Is Proud To Announce RCA Records Artist Love and Theft as Headliner for 2014!

Ticket Locations
Central National Bank, Marion National Bank,
Tampa State Bank, Carlsons' Grocery, Marion Pharmacy, & the Marion City Office
To purchase by phone:
620.382.3425

FOR MORE INFO,TICKET PRICES, AND VENDOR INFO CLICK LINK BELOW

Address: Central Park , Marion, Kansas
Ph: 620-382-3425 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: chinga@eaglecom.net
Web: www.chingawassadays.com/
Fee: General Admission (does not include Saturday Concert): $5 in advance, $7at gate, Ages 10 & under FREE

15 Marion's Garden Tour - Annual Garden Tour. 4 gardens will be on display and the Copper Shed will also be open for shoppers. Refreshments will be served at the Library. 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Tickets available at the Marion City Library only.

Address: 101 Library St , Marion, Kansas
Ph: 620-382-2442 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: mlibrary@eaglecom.net
Web: marionmykansaslibrary.org
Fee: $5.00

September

7 Art in the Park and Craft Show - Over 250 artists from all around the United States, live entertainment, large food court, all in a shady and relaxing setting. Gift certificates will be given away from the Chamber of Commerce, to be used at the craft show. Playground nearby and safe atmosphere. Free shuttle bus service from parking lots on West Main and Eisenhower Drive. THIRD SATURDAY. 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Find application forms on the city’s web site. HAVE FUN!!

Address: Central Park, Downtown , Marion, Kansas
Ph: 620-382-3425 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.marionks.com/artinthepark.php
Fee: Free

14 Old Settlers' Day - Old Settler's Day is a day long event held the last Saturday in September which is our traditional "homecoming" for residents, past and present, that grew up in Marion. It is our annual chance for old friends and classmates to gather and reminisce.
The festivities start off in the morning with a run at Marion County Park and Lake, sponsored by Marion Recreation.
At 11:00am, there is a parade down Main Street, followed by food, entertainment and games in Central Park, hosted by Marion Kiwanis Club.

During the festivities at Central Park, members of the graduating classes from Marion High School, in 5 year increments, are brought up to the gazebo and introduce themselves. 2013's graduating classes will be 2008, 2001, 1998, 1991, 1988, 1981, etc.

Class reunions are traditionally held during this weekend also.

If you are a graduate of Marion High School, we invite you to come "back home" and enjoy our Old Settler's Day celebration and join your old class mates at your reunion.

Ph: 620-382-3425 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.marionks.com/events_oldsettlersday.php

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Marion County Lake and Park

Marion County Park and Lake is a favorite spot for fishermen, as they come from far and near to use the heated dock, where record-breaking fish have been caught. And they do catch 'em! Located near the dam, the heated dock provides 24

Marion, KS Recreation

Marion Historical Museum

The Museum building was constructed in 1882 for the First Baptist Church and continued to serve Baptist congregations until the middle of the 1950s. It was then given to Marion County for use as a museum and formally dedicated in 1961 on Old Settler's Day - the year of Marion'

Marion, KS Museums

Marion Cemetery

A unique monument of great interest in the Marion Cemetery is that of Rueben Riggs. It stands in honor of a man who did not make any major historic contributions, but who is remembered for showing kindness to other people.

Marion, KS Cemeteries

Hill School Building

The Hill School building is the oldest building in the state of Kansas in continuous educational use. Built in 1873 of native stone, it is listed on the National Historic Register.

Marion, KS Historic Schoolhouses

Historic Homes Tour

The Marion Historic Committee has prepared a tour of designated historic homes within the city. These homes range in design of the oldest cut stone of the Wm. Kellison Home dating 1879 to the elegant Victorian examples of the early 1900's.

Marion, KS Historic Homes

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