Atchison, Kansas
Upcoming Events in Atchison Kansas
March
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St. Patrick's Parade
- The city's largest parade with trophies awarded in three categories: family, business and youth or organization. Crowning of grand marshall at noon; judging of entries at 1;30 p.m. and parade beginning at 2 p.m. Irish music and corned beef & cabbage at Elks Lodge. After parade toasts at sponsors' establishments. Ph: 913-367-7122 (Always call and confirm events) |
May
| 11 |
Atchison Wings and Wheels
- Annual event with displays of vintage aircraft at Amelia Earhart Airport, sponsored by the E.E.A. Chapter #967. 8:00 am Address: Amelia Earhart Airport, 16701 286th Rd. , Atchison, Kansas |
June
| 7 - 8 |
International Forest of Friendship Celebration
- Annual celebration honoring the men and women of aviation and space; childrens' activities, parade of U.S. and foreign flags, honorees ceremony and featured speakers. Ph: 913-367-1419 (Always call and confirm events) |
July
| 4 |
Haunted Atchison Tours
- Narrated trolley tour through "the most haunted town in Kansas." 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Advanced reservations required. Ph: 800-234-1854 (Always call and confirm events) |
| 12 - 13 | 
Amelia Earhart Festival
- The Amelia Earhart Festivals is an annual celebration honoring Atchison's most famous daughter. Highlights include Friday evening lakeside concert, downtown fair with arts & crafts, live entertainment, food vendors and activities for children, panel discussion with authors and researchers, luncheon honoring the current recipient of the Amelia Earhart Pioneering Achievement Award, speakers' symposium featuring women of achievement, carnival rides, aerobatic performances and a spectacular fireworks display over the Missouri River.https://www.facebook.com/AmeliaEarhartFestival/ Ph: 913-426-3911 (Always call and confirm events) |
August
| 23 - 27 |
Atchison County Fair
- 4-H, domestic living and agricultural exhibits, food booths, parade, carnival and live musical entertainment. Address: County Fairgrounds, Effingham, KS , Atchison, Kansas |
September
| 20 - 18 |
Haunted Atchison Trolley Tours
- Narrated trolley tours through "the most haunted town in Kansas" are part of a two-month-long season of activities in Atchison. Other activities include "History and Mystery" walking tour, On-Site Investigations, Awakening What Lies Within, private home visits, psychic readings and cemetery walking tours. Visit website for complete details, schedules, and ticket information. Tour not recommended for children under the age of 6. Ph: 800-234-1854 (Always call and confirm events) |
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Joggin for the Noggin
- Joggin for the Noggin is the annual fundraiser to benefit the Mary Lea Johanning Scholarship. This scholarship benefits Atchison High School graduating senior women that are attending a Kansas university or college. Scholarship recipients are selected based on their academic standings, extracurricular involvement, and qualities Mary Lea represented. 8AM - INDEPENDENCE PARK - ATCHISON, KS - Chip timing again for all 5K participants (No chip timing for 2K) - Registration fee is $25 for 5K participants (run or walk) and $15 for 2K fun run/walkers through August 25 - Fee will increase $5 for the 5K and 2K on August 26. Online registration closes September 24 - Packet Pick-up will be race morning only, beginning at 7 AM - Fees include a race shirt (must register online by September 10th to guarantee shirt; shirts not picked - up by 9AM on race day will be forfeited) - Awards to age division winners in the 5K - Awards will be given to 2K winners 12 years and under - no bicycles, tricycles, or skateboards - event will occur rain or shine - water station available on the route 7 AM – Packet Pick-up 8 AM – Race Starts 7:30 - 9:30 – Pancake Breakfast, Mary Lea's Birthday Cake, and Children's Activities 9 AM – Awards Ceremony Address: Independence Park , Atchison, Kansas |
October
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Fall Foliage Tours
- Trolley tour accenting autumn's beautiful colors. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Address: Trolley departs Santa Fe Depot, 200 S. 10th , Atchison, Kansas |
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Haunted Atchison Trolley Tours
- Narrated trolley tours through "the most haunted town in Kansas" are part of a two-month-long season of activities in Atchison. Other activities include "History and Mystery" walking tour, On-Site Investigations, Awakening What Lies Within, private home visits, psychic readings and cemetery walking tours. Visit website for complete details, schedules, and ticket information. Tour not recommended for children under the age of 6. Ph: 800-234-1854 (Always call and confirm events) |
| 21 |
Oktoberfest Arts & Crafts Festival
- Annual event with over 100 arts & crafts vendors plus German foods and music along the city's Commercial Street Mall. 9:30 am - 5:00 pm. Ph: 913-367-4058 (Always call and confirm events) |
| 21 - 22 |
Model Train Show
- Annual show with scale layouts, sponsored by the North East Kansas Railroaders Train Show, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun., 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Address: Memorial Hall, 819 Commercial , Atchison, Kansas |
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Ghost Tours of Kansas Psychic Fun and Feast
- Psychic Fun and Feast with Ghost Tours of Kansas and psychic Lena Townsend, Thursday, October 8, 2015, 6pm, Paolucci's Restaurant, 115 S. 3rd St., Atchison, Kansas. Guests will sit down to a scrumptious meal and enjoy interesting conversation with Ghost Tours of Kansas Staff and well known psychic, Lena Townsend. The after dinner schedule includes a bio from Lena, history and ghost Stories. The highlight for the evening is a personalized psychic reading from Lena. Time frame of this event varies depending on number of people who sign up. No more than 30 people will be accepted so get your tickets early. Tickets for this event range from 50.00-65.00 per person depending on the restaurant. Price includes, meal, tip, beverages, presentations and psychic reading. Purchase tickets at Ghost Tours of Kansas. Address: Paolucci's Restaurant, 115 S. 3rd St. , Atchison, Kansas |
| 11 - 12 |
Halloween Haunted Train
- Miniature train ride with ghosts and goblins and Halloween treats. Rides scheduled from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Sponsored by the North East Kansas Railroaders. Address: Atchison Rail Museum, 200 S. 10th , Atchison, Kansas |
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Atchison Ghost Tour
- Join Ghost Tours of Kansas LLC for the Atchison Ghost Tour! Considered to be the most haunted city, discover the local businesses and public places which harbor the most paranormal activity. Our experienced guide will share the first documented haunted in Atchison which took place in 1879. Walking Tour - 6PM Driving Tour - 8PM Address: Paloucci's Restaurant 115 S. 3rd St. , Atchison, Kansas |
November
| 24 - 26 |
Downtown Holiday Open House
- Make your list, check it twice and gather your friends for a fun-filled day shopping in historic Atchison! Local businesses will have treats, specials, contests and plenty of holiday cheer. Ph: 913-367-2427 (Always call and confirm events) |
December
| 23 |
Sights & Sounds of Christmas
- Spectacular Lighted Parade, Baking Contest, Little Mr. & Miss Snowflake Contest and much more! This is a great event to get anyone into the Christmas Spirit! Parade starts at 5:30 p.m. Ph: 800-234-1854 (Always call and confirm events) |
| 23 - 24 |
Homes for the Holidays
- Annual trolley tour highlights some of Atchison's most historic homes, decorated for the holiday season. Ph: 913-367-2427 (Always call and confirm events) |