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Glenda & Mike's Magic & Ventriloquism Show - Glenda and Mike provide clean family entertainment to complement your community activity. This married couple has been performing throughout the Midwest for over 15 years.

Glenda and Mike work together. Glenda astounds the audience with her polished magical presentations, and Mike jokes with a variety of his puppets using ventriloquism. This adds comedy and diversity to their presentation. This team approach is original and fast paced. All ages appreciate their performance.

Address: All Over Kansas , Hutchinson, Kansas
Ph: 620-663-7345 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: glendamike@yahoo.com
Web: manngic.com
Fee: e-mail us

January

6 - 7 Kansas Angus Futurity - ANNUAL. Cattle show and sale.

Address: Prairie Pavilion on the Kansas State Fairgrounds, 2000 N. Poplar. , Hutchinson, Kansas
Ph: 620-872-3915 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.visithutch.com

February

3 - 4 Salt City Rod & Custom Car Show - 10AM-5PM.

Address: Kansas State Fairgrounds, 2000 North Poplar, Meadowlark Building , Hutchinson, Kansas
Ph: 620-663-7160 (Always call and confirm events)

March

21 - 24 3A State Boys & Girls Basketball Tournament - Best 3A Schools compete for State honors.

Address: Sports Arena, 11th Avenue. , Hutchinson, Kansas
Ph: 620-665-3586 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.visithutch.com

27 - 2 NJCAA Men's National Basketball Championship - "Sweet 16" of National Junior Colleges.

Address: Sports Arena, 11th Ave. , Hutchinson, Kansas
Ph: 620-662-3331 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.njcaabbtrny.org

April

23 Open Breed Horse Show - Address: Expo Center, Kansas State Fairgrounds, 2000 N. Poplar. , Hutchinson, Kansas
Ph: 620-271-4982 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.visithutch.com

29 - 30 Mennonite Relief Sale - This is the annual festival and benefit auction with ethnic foods, quilt auction, crafts, music and the Run For Relief. Proceeds help world hunger and relief. Friday - 5-9pm. Saturday - 6am-close (2-4pm)

Address: Kansas State Fairgrounds, 2000 N. Poplar. , Hutchinson, Kansas
Ph: 620-665-7406 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: RAC@southwind.net
Web: Kansas.mccsale.org
Fee: Free admission and parking.

31 Annual Kansas Antique Bottle & Postcard Show - This show and sale has antiques of all kinds but it emphasizes bottles and postcards. There are insulators, fruit jars, tokens, books, small advertising items, even some small furniture items at times. It is held in conjunction with the monthly flea market in Hutchinson (next building over). There is plenty of table space for dealers and always some good finds for collectors as well as the opportunity to have an item appraised or to sell something to the dealers. So bring in your old bottles, postcards, and tokens for free appraisals. Free Admission!

Address: State Fairgrounds, 17th & Main , Hutchinson, Kansas
Ph: 620-728-8304 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.visithutch.com
Fee: Free

5 - 6 Sunflower Showdown Youth Livestock Show - Livestock Show & Sale. Mixed breeds beef youth judging and showmanship event.

Address: Kansas State Fairgrounds, 2000 N. Poplar. , Hutchinson, Kansas
Ph: 620-665-3482 (Always call and confirm events)

6 - 7 Home and Garden Show - Address: Kansas State Fairgrounds, 2000 North Poplar , Hutchinson, Kansas
Ph: 620-694-5700 (Always call and confirm events)

17 - 18 Sedgwick Street Rodders Spring Swap Meet - All cars, trucks, motorcycles, parts and related items are welcome. All Vendor spaces are $35, inside (10X10) outside (20X20). Discount price is $25 if paid before October 1. Vendor set up Friday noon to 9PM and Saturday at 6AM. Swap meet from 7am to 5pm.

Contact Troy Batson 316-832-0569, or tbatson@cox.net

Address: Kansas State Fairgrounds, 2000 N. Poplar , Hutchinson, Kansas
Ph: 316-832-0569 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: tbatson@cox.net
Fee: FREE ADMISSION - FREE PARKING

May

4 Annual Outdoor Art Fair - Stop by and shop for a wide variety of original artwork made by artists from all over Kansas and from around the region. More than 80 artists exhibit. We will also have live music and art activities for the kids. Admission is free, so don't miss it! 9am-3pm.

Address: Sunflower South Building on the Kansas State Fairgrounds , Hutchinson, Kansas
Ph: 620-663-1081 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: hutchartcenter@gmail.com
Web: www.hutchinsonartcenter.net
Fee: Free

4 Cinco de Mayo - Join us for the Cinco de Mayo festival! There will be carnival games, bounce houses, food vendors, taco & hot pepper eating contests, folkloric Mexican dancing, live music, soccer games and more! 12:00pm to 5:00pm

Address: George Pyle Park, Ave B & Walnut , Hutchinson, Kansas
Ph: 785-250-4193 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: zoe.schumm@gmail.com
Web: www.visithutch.com

11 Annual Poker Run - This poker run starts at 2:00 pm at Hobert-detter field in Carey Park and goes to Newton, Hesston, McPherson, Little River and back to Clic's in Hutchinson. There is a $10.00 per poker hand. All proceeds are for Relay For Life. There will be prizes for best hand and worst hand. Raffel tickets will be sold for donated items.

Ph: 620-474-2947 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: bjgrimes@hotmail.com

June

11 - 12 Our Lady of Guadalupe Annual Fiesta - This is a weekend full of activities. The celebration will consist of men's fast pitch tournament, country store, lots of good Mexican food, and end with a drawing for great prizes on Sunday.

Address: Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, Ave F & Maple, South Hutchinson , Hutchinson, Kansas
Ph: 620-662-6443 (Always call and confirm events)

24 - 25 Relay For Life - Beginning Friday at 7 p.m. and ending Saturday at 7 a.m. This event is open to the public. Join our Celebration of Life!! Relay For Life represents our hope that those lost to cancer will not be forgotten, that those who are battling cancer will be supported, and that cancer will one day be eliminated.

Address: Trinity High School, 1400 East 17th , Hutchinson, Kansas
Ph: 620-422-5269 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: kim.schroeder@peoplesbankonline.com

26 Annual Hutchinson Garden Tour - The Annual Hutchinson Garden Tour will feature some of Hutchinson's most beautiful, private gardens. Home owners invite us to go behind the garden gate and see what's on the other side of the fence. You can get ideas for you own garden, or just enjoy the scenery. We'll see some city and country settings. This is Hutchinson's premiere garden event. It's sponsored by the Mental Health Association.

Ph: 620-663-7772 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: patsy@mharenoco.org
Fee: $7 in advance, $10 at the door

1 Hutchinson Three Man/Woman Scramble - A Three Man/Woman Scramble at Carey Park golf course there will be cash payouts for 1st/2nd/3rd in two flights. Entry Fee is $80.00/person or $240.00/team this will include green fees/ cart/ and lunch with beverages provided. If you have any questions please call James Scott @ 620-921-0820 or email him @ james@lifesaferkan.com all forms of payment will be accepted. Thanks and hope to see you out there in June.

Address: 9 Emerson Loop, Hutchinson, KS 67501 , Hutchinson, Kansas
Ph: 620-921-0820 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: james@lifesaferkan.com
Fee: $80.00/ person $240.00/ Team

July

28 - 30 Annual Wood Bat Classic - USSSA Annual 18 & Under Wood Bat Classic. Renovated in 1990, this former minor league and semi-pro park is now considered the finest natural turf field in Kansas. All teams must use Wood or Composite Wood Bats for this tournament. 4 Game Guarantee. Hobart-Detter serves as the home field for Hutchinson Community College and Hutchinson High School.

Address: Hobart-Detter Field, 9 Emerson Loop West, Carey Park , Hutchinson, Kansas
Ph: 620-669-9999 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: info@funvalleysports.com
Web: www.funvalleysports.com
Fee: Admission: 0-7 – Free, Students 8-17 – $3, Adults 18-64 – $5, Seniors 65+ – $3

4 Fireworks Show at the Kansas State Fairgrounds - The City of Hutchinson is partnering with Showalter Fireworks to bring you this year's community Fourth of July celebration on July 4th at 9:45 pm at the Kansas State Fairgrounds parking lot at 23rd and Plum. The spectacular firework display is free and open to the public.

No vehicle access will be allowed inside the 23rd and Plum parking lot except for public safety vehicles. All other Kansas State Fair parking areas will be open and free to the public.

For safety reasons, the use of personal fireworks on the Kansas State Fairgrounds property is prohibited before, during and after the fireworks display.

An alternative date of July 5 at 9:45 has been set in case of bad weather. Rescheduling information will be made available thanks to Eagle Communications.

Address: Kansas State Fairgrounds, 2000 N Poplar , Hutchinson, Kansas
Ph: 800-691-4262 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: visitorinfo@hutchchamber.com
Web: visithutch.com
Fee: Free

10 - 15 Reno County 4-H Fair - The Reno County Fair is FREE and open to the public, with events and activities for the whole family.

Address: Kansas State Fairgrounds, 2000 North Poplar , Hutchinson, Kansas
Ph: 620-669-3600 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.reno.ksu.edu
Fee: Free

August

25 - 28 Emancipation Day Celebration - Annual Celebration of Diversity in Hutchinson. Thursday evening, Stringer Fine Arts Center, 600 E 11th, 6:45, Movie.

Friday- 3 Point Shoot Out, Ave A Park, 6-8 p.m.; Jazz in the Park, Ave A & Main, 8 p.m.; Youth Dance, 600 W 2nd, 8-11 p.m.

Saturday - 3 on 3 basketball Tournament, 501 S Main, 7:30 a.m.; Emancipation Day Parade, 10 a.m., starting at B & Main; Picnic, noon, Stringer Fine Arts Center, 600 E 11th; Annual Car & Bike Show in honor of Eddie Tipton, noon-2 p.m.; Old School Jam, Encampment Building, Kansas State Fairgrounds, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., age 21 & up , buffet opens at 11 p.m.

Sunday - Gospel Fest & Ice Cream Social, Stringer Fine Arts600 E 11th, 3 p.m., featuring G.od A.nointed N.ew Generation, The Emancipation Youth Community Choir.

Although the Emancipation Day Celebration has its origins in the unique historic experience of Black America these events are open to people of all races to celebrate and enjoy. The public is encouraged to attend.
For more information contact Charles Crumble, 620-899-9012.

Address: Various locations throughout Hutchinson, Carey Park, Stringer Fine Arts and Downtown , Hutchinson, Kansas
Ph: 620-899-9012 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.visithutch.com

26 - 27 Annual Hutchinson National Auto Races - Thursday will be qualifying races for O'Reilly/NCRA Modified, Street Stock, Thumper - Merchant Night. Event features auto racing action for everyone at the Fairgrounds dirt track. 7:30PM. Friday races will be Qualifying for O'Reilly/NCRA Modified, O'Reilly/NCRA Sprint Car, Street Stock, Thumper. Saturday will be the Championship races for O'Reilly/NCRA Modified, O'Reilly/NCRA Sprint Car, Street Stock, Thumper.

Address: Kansas State Fairgrounds, 2000 N. Poplar. , Hutchinson, Kansas
Ph: 316-755-1781 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.race81speedway.com/hutch-nationals/

September

6 - 15KS0207024e029 - Hutchinson Kansas State Fair - For 10 days each September, Hutchinson is home to the largest event in Kansas - the Kansas State Fair, where visitors will find good old-fashioned fun. The Fair features over 280-acres of the best of Kansas' agriculture, livestock and commerce, as well as live entertainment. Great concerts under the stars, PRCA rodeo, auto racing, numerous free attractions, & free entertainment.

The agrarian heritage of Kansas is saluted with numerous livestock shows, crop exhibits and farm equipment displays. A wide range of domestic arts, floriculture, crafts and professional arts are displayed as well. An innovative education program for teachers to bring their classes offers an experience like no other.

Popular Fair attractions include an animal birthing center and an exotic animal petting zoo. Concerts range from country to pop at the 10,000-seat grandstand and three other stages throughout the grounds fun.

The fairground facilities provide an appealing and functional setting for more than 250 events annually including: auto races, flea markets, livestock shows, the Mennonite Relief Sale, motor coach conventions and trade shows.

Address: Kansas State Fairgrounds, 2000 N. Poplar. , Hutchinson, Kansas
Ph: 800-362-FAIR (Always call and confirm events)
Email: info@kansasstatefair.com
Web: www.kansasstatefair.com
Fee: Admission varies, $5-$7

6 - 7 Annual Arts & Crafts Festival and Taste of Hutchinson - The Hutchinson Arts & Crafts Festival is located in Library Square Park in Downtown Hutchinson. Each year there is a large selection of artist, crafters, and thousands of new and returning shoppers. This successful event has been attracting vendors and shoppers from all over the Midwest for over 40 years! Friday, 10am - 6pm and Saturday, 9am - 4pm

The Taste of Hutchinson takes place during the Hutchinson Arts & Crafts Festival. It is located alongside the festival and is run by the Hutchinson Ambassadors. The food vendors offer a variety of tasty food items.

Address: Library Square, Downtown Hutchinson , Hutchinson, Kansas
Ph: 800-572-6689 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: info@explorehutchinson.com
Web: explorehutchinson.com
Fee: Admission and parking are free.

October

27 - 29KS0207024e047 - Hutchinson Annual Downtown Hutchinson Rod Run & Classic Car Show - The Annual Downtown Hutchinson Rod Run and Classic Car Show will be held Friday through Sunday in downtown Hutchinson, Kansas. Main Street from Third Street to Avenue B will be blocked off for foot traffic only so that spectators can admire the Show & Shine of 400 beautiful classic and antique cars & trucks, custom rods, street rods, muscle cars, motorcycles, custom trucks, rat rods, exotic vehicles & wrapped vehicles! Vehicle registration is $30 for judged vehicles pre-registered, $15 for motorcyles pre-registered, and $35 and $20 day of show.

Friday begins at noon with vehicle registration, show & shine, refreshments, vendor displays and demonstrations, happy hour from 3pm - 6pm and at 6pm, a Main Street Cruise and parade of the show cars followed with live musical entertainment by "King Midas" downtown until 9pm.

Saturday's schedule begins with a live radio broadcast, "Under the Hood" with Dr. Phil on stage at First and Main Street at 9am followed by Opening Ceremony and welcome at 10am. Registered vehicles will have the opportunity to participate in a $1,000 city-wide Poker Run from 9am - noon. From 5 - 7pm spectators won't want to miss a high octane Burnout Show at Avenue A and Main. Refreshments will be available all day.

Sunday activities continue at 10am with show and shine, vendor displays and demonstrations and great food and drinks, winding down at 2pm with the awards ceremony in Memorial Hall. The event is free to spectators and all are welcome!

Address: 16 East Avenue A , Hutchinson, Kansas
Ph: 620-727-3582 (Always call and confirm events)
Fax: 620-665-5665
Email: jim@downtownhutchrodrun.com
Web: www.downtownhutchrodrun.com/
Fee: Spectator Free. Vehicles $30/$15 Pre Register $35/$20 Day of Show

12 Chili and Soup Festival - Come join the fun and excitement at the annual Downtown Hutchinson Chili & Soup Festival! Taste the chili and soup and cast your vote for your favorite. Enjoy the shopping and entertainment. 11am-3pm.

Address: Ave C and 4th Street on Main , Hutchinson, Kansas
Ph: 620-694-2611 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.visithutch.com
Fee: $3.00

18 - 19 Sedgwick Street Rodders Fall Swap Meet - All cars, trucks, motorcycles, parts and related items are welcome. All Vendor spaces are $35, inside (10X10) outside (20X20). Discount price is $25 if paid before October 1. Vendor setup is from Noon to 9PM on Friday (24th) and again at 6AM on Saturday.
Saturday 7am to 5pm, Sunday 8am to 4pm
Contact Troy Batson 316-832-0569, 5pm - 11pm

Address: Kansas State Fairgrounds, 2000 N. Poplar , Hutchinson, Kansas
Ph: 316-832-0569 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: tbatson@cox.net
Fee: FREE ADMISSION - FREE PARKING

December

23 - 14 Old-Fashioned Christmas Downtown - December Saturdays prior to Christmas join the "Saturday Fun in Downtown Hutch". Events offered are:
Visit Santa in DCI Park - 2nd and Main, & taste delicious hot cocoa provided by Boy Scout Troop 301.
Enjoy Sundance Farms Carriage Rides - DCI Park.
Kids...decorate a Gingerbread House at Hutch Rec, 17 East 1st.
11:00 AM TO 2:00 PM

Address: Downtown , Hutchinson, Kansas
Ph: 620-694-2677 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: carolm@hutchgov.com
Web: www.visithutch.com

29 - 1 Kansas Beef Expo - Cattle show and sale.

Country Christmas Trade Show
4-H FFA Judging Contest
Stock Show University by Sullivan Supply
Showmanship Contest
Junior Fitting Contest
Snow Angels Futurity Heifer Show
Senior Heifer Show
Junior Heifer Show
Market Steer Show

Address: Kansas State Fairgrounds, 2000 N. Poplar. , Hutchinson, Kansas
Ph: 785-273-5115 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.facebook.com/KansasBeefExpo/

14 Hyde Park Luminaria - Hutchinson's Hyde Park neighborhood will be aglow with 17,000 Christmas Luminaria lining the streets and sidewalks of their homes. Meet Santa at the corner of 20th and Washington, and enjoy musical entertainment, horse-drawn wagon rides and cider and cookies at Hyde Park. 6-10 PM.

Free bus rides through the neighborhood. Please do not park in the area of the Luminaria to preserve the beauty of this event.

Address: Hyde Park, Main to Monroe, 18th to 23rd , Hutchinson, Kansas
Ph: 620-662-1517 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.visithutch.com

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Historic Fox Theatre

Since 1931, this theatre has been a fixture in downtown Hutchinson. The Fox made a comeback in 1999 following an extensive restoration and is now a center for art, entertainment and education. Designated the "State Movie Palace of Kansas"

Hutchinson, KS Historic Theatres

Kansas Cosmosphere and Space Center

This impressive Smithsonian-affiliated facility houses one of the most comprehensive space museums in existence and offers the Carey IMAX Dome Theater; Dr. Goddard's Laboratory - a live rocket science demonstration; the Justice Planetarium Theater with both star and laser shows;

Hutchinson, KS Museums



Kansas Underground Salt Museum

The Kansas Underground Salt Museum explores the story of salt in a subterranean environment as few have seen before. Voted as one of The 8 Wonders of Kansas it is the only museum of its kind in the Western Hemisphere. Visitors descend 650

Hutchinson, KS Museums

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