Topeka Events & Things to Do

The IHRA Outlaw Nitro Series is coming to the Darana-Heartland Motorsports Park in Topeka, Kansas! This event is part of the official IHRA Outlaw Nitro Series, featuring professional-level nitro competition supported by consistent operations, safety standards, and a nationally connected racing platform. Additional details including event schedules, classes, ticket information, and fan experiences will be announced as the event approaches. Dates: October 8-10, 2026 Location: Darana-Heartland Motorsports Park — 7350 SW Topeka Blvd., Topeka, KS Follow IHRA for updates, announcements, and event information as race weekend approaches. More details coming soon.

Join us for Book Club! Sapphic longing meets gothic horror in this “exploration of obsessive first love [as] both exciting and monstrous . . . perfect for YA readers” and adult fans of Anne Rice (Kiersten White, New York Times bestselling author). Steeped in the sexual tension between two young women, this is a beautiful, brand-new edition of the original cult classic which influenced Dracula and all the vampire stories that followed, including Anne Rice’s Vampire Chronicles. In an isolated castle deep in the Austrian forest, teenaged Laura leads a solitary life with only her father, attendant and tutor for company. Until one moonlit night, a horse-drawn carriage crashes into view, carrying an unexpected guest—the beautiful Carmilla. So begins a feverish friendship between Laura and her entrancing new companion, one defined by mysterious happenings and infused with an implicit but undeniable eroticism. As Carmilla becomes increasingly strange and volatile, prone to eerie nocturnal wanderings, Laura finds herself tormented by nightmares and growing weaker by the day…

Hear ye, hear ye! Gather your merry crew and join us Thursday, October 8th for a royal night of Cosmos Charity Drag Bingo benefiting The Topeka Renaissance Festival! Your hostess for the evening, the fabulous MsAmanda Love, will lead you through a night of bingo, laughter, and plenty of entertainment fit for royalty! All-You-Can-Eat Italian Buffet – 6:00 PMDrag Bingo from 7:00–9:30 PM Ticket Options:• $15 – Bingo Only• $28 – Bingo + All-You-Can-Eat Italian Buffet• $100 – Table for Four + Bingo & Buffet Round up your knights, nobles, wenches, and royal companions and join us for a night of merriment, good food, and giving back! Come for the feast, stay for the bingo, and help support the Topeka Renaissance Festival!

Music starts at 7pm!

✌️🌸 WOODSTOCK REVIVAL KARAOKE! 🌸✌️ 🎶 Peace, Love & KARAOKE! 🎤☮️ Dig out those bell bottoms, tie-dye shirts, flower power, fringe, and your favorite ’60s outfit, because we’re taking a trip back to the days of peace, love, and great music! 🌼✌️ 🎤 Karaoke with Mike & Lori📅 Thursday, October 8th🕖 7–11 PM📍 Last Call Lounge Come dressed like you just stepped off the Woodstock stage, grab the mic, and sing your favorite tunes! Whether you’re a flower child, a rock ‘n’ roller, or just looking for a groovy night out, everyone’s welcome! 🌈🎶 ☮️ PEACE❤️ LOVE🎤 MUSIC🌸 GOOD VIBES Bring your friends, bring your best ’60s look, and let’s make this one far-out night to remember! ✌️🌼🎶

Trio Sorivoice will play a guest artist recital. They are a piano trio with members Dr. Ynjung Lee, violin (Indiana State University, Associate Professor Music and Director of String Studies), Dr. Dong Yeol Hong, cello (faculty member of Western Illinois University, Augustana College and Indiana State University), and Dr. Jung-Won Shin, piano (University of Kansas, Assistant Professor of Piano). The recital is free and open to the public.

League members are welcome to join our monthly book club! We meet at the library on the second Friday of each month at 11:00 a.m. followed by optional lunch in the Millenium Cafe. Our book discussion is located in the Anton Room, second floor. For October, we are reading White Fragility, by Robin DiAngelo

Oct 9, 2026 @ 7:30 P.M. to 9:30 P.M.Smoke On The Water Lake ShawneeShawnee County Parks & RecreationLake Shawnee Campground3435 SE East Edge RdTopeka, KsFree Open To The PublicAnd BBQ For Sales & Beer Garden

Arrive anytime between 5:30-8:30 pm to enjoy this free hands-on community-crafting activity! Whether you order dinner from our delicious food menu, treat yourself to a special beverage, or come for the craft on your way home, we are always glad to see you! Use permanent markers and rubbing alcohol to create beautiful images on a white tile coaster, experimenting until you are delighted by your creation —then preserve it with sealant to keep or give. What will you create when you follow your art heart at Cafe Quetzal? For Friday Night Crafts: Projects are always free.Everyone is always welcome.Cafe is open, full food and drink menu. Bring yourself or invite a friend. Family night! Friend time! Time for you!Projects usually take 20-30 minutes. Our crafting community rules:Follow your art heart.Share the supplies.Learn the name of someone new.

Nightmare Before Halloween presents "The Haunted Backrooms"! Once you enter, the house remembers you. Shadows move, whispers follow, and the walls breathe. Escape is never guaranteed. $10 per person No flashlights allowed. Need something a little tamer - check out our Tiny Terrors Tour on Saturday from 2:00-4:00 pm. Same great price, more improvements, live actors, animatronics, and so much more!! Save the date!!

Haunted house with live actors and animatronics. $10 per person.

Smoke On The Water 2026October 9 & 10 | Lake Shawnee Campground, Topeka, KSPresented by Shawnee County Parks + Recreation and the Parks For All FoundationGet ready for a weekend packed with flavor, fire and fun at Smoke on the Water, Topeka’s ultimate lakeside barbecue competition! Whether you are a seasoned pit master, backyard BBQ enthusiast or just here for the mouthwatering food and good vibes, this two-day festival has something for everyone.Register Online HereKansas City Barbeque Society Information________________________________________Competitions:KCBS Master’s Series BBQ ContestTest your skills against top-tier teams in this Kansas City Barbecue Society-sanctioned competition.• Early Bird Entry Fee: $250 per team (Price goes up July 4!)• Includes full hookup campsite for Friday night• Categories: Chicken (Noon), Ribs (12:30 p.m.), Pork Butt (1 p.m.), Brisket (1 p.m.)• Optional early check-in (Thursday) and late checkout (Sunday) available for an additional fee Outlaw Backyard BBQ ContestA perfect fit for passionate amateurs looking to show off their grill game.• Entry Fee: $150 per team• Includes basic campsite for Friday night• Categories: Chicken (Noon), Ribs (12:30 p.m.)• Unsanctioned but full of flavor and bragging rights________________________________________Smoke on the Water Showcase – Open to the PublicFriday, October 9 | 12 p.m.-10 p.m.,• Live music• BBQ and food trucks• Retail vendors• Cold drinks and a family-friendly atmosphere________________________________________Make It a WeekendEnjoy all that Lake Shawnee has to offer:• Lake Shawnee Golf Course• Ted Ensley Gardens• Fishing, paddling, scenic trails and more!________________________________________Key Times & Info• Team Check-In: Friday, October 9 at 8:00 a.m.• Awards Ceremony: Saturday, October 10 at 3:00 p.m. (tentative)• Optional early check-in: Thursday, October 8 at 2:00 p.m.• Optional late checkout: Sunday, October 11 by Noon________________________________________Registration & ContactContact: Dustyn Whytedustyn.whyte@snco.us785-251-6881Register online, by phone or in person at any Shawnee County Parks + Recreation location. Stay tuned to our website for updates, vendor info, contest registration and more. https://secure.rec1.com/KS/shawnee-county-ks/catalog/index/f06923e74589e43d0688cd2131be9ca6?filter=c2VhcmNoPXNtb2tl

For nearly 45 years, Mark & The Sharks have been bringing their unique blend of blues, rock, and soul to stages throughout the Midwest. Join us Friday, October 9th at 7pm for a night of great live music and good times in the Beer Garden!

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🎸🔥 LIVE at Happy Basset Barrel House! 🔥🎸 Get ready for a night of rowdy, real-deal outlaw energy with Southwind, Outlaw — bringing their signature Y’all-ternative sound that blends country grit, southern rock soul, and pure Midwest attitude! 🤠🎶 🗓 Friday Oct 9th ⏰ 8 PM 💵 $5 Cover at the Door Grab a cold craft beer 🍺, round up your crew, and get ready to stomp, sing, and raise a glass to some killer live music that’ll keep the night rolling! 🌙💥 #HappyBasset #SouthwindOutlaw #LiveMusicTopeka #Yallternative #MidwestMusic #CraftBeerAndCountry #SupportLocalMusic #TopekaEvents #BreweryVibes

Come shop local and enjoy yummy eats at the outdoor vendor market located in parking lot of 2901 se Adams in Topeka, KS

This annual event is brought to you by C5Alive, the same group that brings you EasterFest! Our co-sponsor for the Health Fair is Health & Wellness Magazine. It all takes place in the NOTO Arts District on Saturday Oct. 10, from 10am to 3pm. Come out and enjoy the live music, a craft & vendor fair, a Health & Wellness Fair, and food trucks, plus kids games and activities. Fun for the whole family, and admission is free! Dozens of local businesses, non-profits & churches will operate games & activities such as Face Painting, Craft Stations, Baked Goods, Petting Zoo, Information Booths, Food Service, Health Screenings & Demonstrations, Inflatables, Pumpkin Decorating, Cupcake Walks and more! We are still adding vendors and other participants who provide such things as:Kids Games & ActivitiesPony RidesFood Service & SnacksCrafts & GiftsHousehold Items & DécorClothing & AccessoriesMascotsBusiness Information & EducationHome ServicesSchool & Church Info & EducationNon-profit Services & InformationPet Care & Adoption ServicesEntertainmentand more HEALTH & WELLNESS FAIR:Safety Instruction & EducationHealth ScreeningsVision ScreeningsDiabetes Information & EducationHealth Information & EducationHealth & Wellness Products & EducationFitness Information & EducationGymnastics, Dance & Martial Arts Information & demonstrationsEmotional & Mental Health InformationPersonal Safety Items & Education For more information, email info@C5Alive.org. C5Alive is a non-profit organization that holds monthly luncheons and periodic community events to promote Christian culture and family values.

🎃 ✨Calling all squishy collectors, candy lovers, little goblins and spooky-season cuties.✨🎃 Come hangout with us for a spooktacular day of squishies, sweet treats and good times at Toot Sweet during the NOTO Fall Festival 🍂 🍬 👻 Satisfy your sweet tooth & shop our limited selection of squishies available for purchase. Feel free to also bring your own squishies from home to trade with friends from all over town at our trading tables! Whether you’re a seasoned squishy trader or just discovering the squishy life come hang out, trade, shop and celebrate fall with us! 🍁🍂 Spooky vibes, Squishy trades & Sweet times 🍬

BIG NEWS – Elmo is coming to the library!Thanks to KTWU, Elmo and an exclusive sneak peek of “Sesame Street and the Great Elephant Adventure!” will be at Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library. Our pals at Sesame Street teamed up with Nature PBS to make a special show, and you can be the first to watch it at a FREE family event. Join Elmo and Abby Cadabby on a once-in-a-lifetime African safari adventure. Elmo is coming to the library to watch it with us, so we’re having a BIG celebration. You are invited! Join us for:• Exclusive sneak-preview• Pictures with Elmo• Safari Drum show – you can play, too!• African safari-themed experiences• Build-your-own elephant stuffie We can’t wait to make memories with you, and Elmo too!

Join us Sunday, October 10 in Denton, TX for an amazing arcade auction brought to you by Ad Astra Arcade Auction Classic arcade games, great redemption pieces, coin-op, home game room essentials plus lots of games right off location. If you can’t attend in person, you can still bid online. The auction will be simulcasted (live and on the web) with real time bidding. Learn more and register at AdAstraAuctions.com Auction conducted by Si Harbottle AmeriTex Auctions TX License # 15220 and supported by Capital City Games & Music

Refresh your holiday decor without buying anything new at our Holiday Decor Swap on Saturday, Oct. 10. As with our past swaps, you can donate items, “shop the swap,” or do both. Drop off gently used holiday decorations (any holiday!) at 2303 SW College Ave. between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. in the week leading up to the swap (Oct. 5-9). We’re looking for all sorts of decorations in good condition: everything from wreaths to ornaments to window clings to kits for dying Easter eggs. As a thank-you for donating, you’ll receive early entry into the swap at 10 a.m. on October 10. Everyone else will be admitted starting at 11 a.m., and the event will close at 1 p.m. If you’d like to help out, see our website for links to the volunteer signup and to our flyer so you can help us spread the word! fullcirclesustainability.org/swap

📣 SAVE THE DATE! The second annual Kaw Valley Field Day is coming to Shirk’s Farm on October 10th! Join us for this FREE all ages celebration bringing together families, farmers, and friends to enjoy local food, music, hayrack rides, a pumpkin patch, educators, storytellers, and other fall activities against the backdrop of the beautiful Kaw River Valley. Spend the day into the evening surrounded by some of the most fertile farmland in the country. Keep an eye out for the release of our music lineup, and other exciting announcements about the event.

Kid-friendly, low-scare version of the haunted house event. $5 per person.

Wildwood Boys will be playing at Shawnee Indian Mission

6:00 to 9:00 pmTypical Stereo will be Performing 4:00 to 6:00 pmTrick or Treating with Fairlawn Plaza Merchants 4:00 to 6:00 pmFace Painting Sponsored by The Dance Factory

Once you enter, the house remembers you. Shadows move, whispers follow, and the walls breathe. Escape is never guaranteed. $10 per person No flashlights allowed. Need something a little tamer – check out our Tiny Terrors Tour on Saturday from 2:00-4:00 pm. Same great price, more improvements, live actors, animatronics, and so much more!! Save the date!!

Haunted house with live actors and animatronics. $10 per person.

Save the Date! Empty Place at the Table is back! Saturday, October 10, 2026, at Midnight Ranch in Hays, KS Join us as we celebrate, remember, and raise funds to support relationship-based violence prevention education – all with a little retro flair! Stay tuned for more details!

The BoDells are excited to bring their very danceable brand of classic rock to Overland Park’s ALP 370–come join us! https://www.facebook.com/events/3811593348981681/?event_time_id=3811593358981680

Sale Dates and Times: Public Onsale : Sat, 8 Aug 2026 at 06:00 PM

Due to the weather, we are canceling Saturday’s event at the VFW. See you soon

Come out and gawk at cool cars, older cars, newer cars and enjoy libations and pastries with good company! Pastries and Coffee provided. Questions? Contact Kyle Rohde at kyle.rohde@aristocratmotors.com.

Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert 40th Anniversary. Reserve seated event. Doors 7pm / Show 8pm Sale Dates and Times: Public Onsale : Fri, 16 Jan 2026 at 10:00 AM Bandsintown Presale : Wed, 14 Jan 2026 at 10:00 AM Local Presale : Thu, 15 Jan 2026 at 10:00 AM Memorial Day BOGO Offer : Wed, 20 May 2026 at 08:00 AM End of Summer Deal : Tue, 25 Aug 2026 at 08:00 AM

🖤🧙‍♀️ BAD WITCHES HAVE MORE FUN. 🧙‍♀️🖤 And on Saturday, October 10, we’re proving it. 😈 Grab your girls, gather your coven, dust off those broomsticks and get ready for WITCHES NIGHT OUT at Kickstart Saloon! 🧙‍♀️ Best Witch Contest🖤 Best Coven🧹 Decorated Broom Contest🍹 Witches’ Brew & Potion Specials And when the sun goes down… 🎧🔥 DJ BIZ TAKES OVER AT 8PM! 🔥🎧 Come glamorous. Come creepy. Come wicked! Get your coven together NOW …you’ve got witches to dress and broomsticks to decorate. 📍 Kickstart Saloon • North Topeka 🧹 GATHER YOUR COVEN. GRAB YOUR BROOM. LET’S GET WICKED. Tag the bad witches you’re bringing with you. 👇🖤

LET’S SEND SUMMER OFF ON A HIGH NOTE! One more Saturday. One more street concert. One more night to Rock the Block in Downtown Topeka! Join us at The Celtic Fox for the FINAL street concert of our summer series, featuring The Jack Wagoners bringing the best of classic country and classic rock to the stage. 🤠🎸 🗓️ Saturday🎶 The Jack Wagoners⏰ 8–11 PM📍 The Celtic Fox | Downtown Topeka Summer isn’t over until we say it is. Grab your friends, come downtown, and help us close out the concert season the right way. 🍻🎸 Who are you bringing for one last summer night? Tag them below! 👇 #RockTheBlock #DowntownTopeka #TheCelticFox

See beautiful cars, shop fabulous vendors inside. Spend a lovely day supporting Arab Shrine and Shriner’s Children’s

Mark your calendars! A morning of fun, costumes, and wellness is just around the corner. Join us for SENT’s Annual Halloween Costume Giveaway + Child Mental Wellness Fair Saturday, October 10th, 2026 9:00 – 11:00 AM SENT Inc. | 455 SE Golf Park Blvd, Topeka, KS 66605 FREE for all families! Here’s what you can expect: Free Halloween Costumes – Come shop from hundreds of gently-used and new costumes for your kiddos — no cost, no registration. Child Mental Wellness Fair – Grab a passport and visit interactive stations that help kids build emotional strength, practice calming strategies, and have fun while learning. Free Flu Shots – First-come, first-served flu shots available for qualifying individuals. Food Pantry Access – Our Southside Filling Station will be open during the event so you can shop for groceries before you go. Questions? Contact Tricia Sublet: tricia@senttopeka.com | (785) 783-2535 Costume donations accepted Sept 1st through Sept 30th! LEARN MORE: https://senttopeka.com/halloween-costume-giveaway/

🎉🐾 BINGO at Happy Basset! 🐾🎉 Join us Sundays at 2 PM for FREE BINGO — a perfect way to kick back, have fun, and maybe even win some prizes! 🎱✨ Want to up the stakes? You can purchase our blue & green cards for $5 each for a chance at bigger, better prizes! 🍹 Sip on our $5 Bloody Marys and Mimosas while you play and enjoy the fun, lively atmosphere. Bring your friends, enjoy some drinks, and let’s make Sunday your favorite day of the week! 🐶💛 #HappyBasset #BingoFun #FreeBingo #SundayFunday #DrinkAndPlay #BloodyMarys #Mimosas #TopekaEvents #BassetHoundsAndBingo #GoodTimes

Ring in the Thousand Years of Peace invites you into a contemplative world where music becomes a vessel for hope, renewal, and the passage of time. At the heart of the program lies Jonathan Dove’s The Passing of the Year. Dedicated to the composer’s mother, the work uses texts by William Blake, GeorgePeele, Emily Dickinson, and Alfred, Lord Tennyson to trace the cycle of the seasons and human mortality. Together with works by Henk Badings, Dale Trumbore, Johannes Brahms, Lili Boulanger, and Eric Whitacre, the program weaves a tapestry of reflection and longing — inviting audiences to sit with the mysteries of endings and beginnings, and to find in music the quiet promise of peace across generations. $30 General Admission$10 Student Tickets at the Door

Spire brings the music by Jonathan Dove, Johannes Brahms, Eric Whitacre, Lili Boulanger, Henk Badings, and more.

Enjoy a variety of classical music with the St. Petersburg String Quartet. This performance will showcase a varied selection of Czech music featuring Smetana and Dvorak. Founded in 1985 as the Leningrad String Quartet, the quartet blazed a trail through chamber music circles, winning many notable international competitions including 1st Prize at the All-Soviet Union String Quartet Competition, Silver Medal and Special Prize at the Tokyo International Chamber Music Competition, 1st Prize and both Special Prizes at the Vittorio Gui International Competition for Chamber Ensembles in Florence, Italy, and First Prize and the “Grand Prix Musica Viva” at the Melbourne, Australia International Chamber Music Competition. When the city of Leningrad resumed its historic name, the quartet changed its name to the St. Petersburg String Quartet. The Grammy-nominated St. Petersburg Quartet has enjoyed an illustrious international career as one of the world’s most esteemed string quartets. Considered the “natural successor to the Borodin [Quartet’s] crown” (The Sunday Times), their rise to fame includes “Best Record” honors in Stereo Review and Gramophone, an opening night performance at the Mostly Mozart festival of Lincoln Center, a five-year residency at the Oberlin Conservatory of Music, a five-year residency at Wichita State University, and hundreds of concerts throughout North America, Europe, and Asia at prestigious series and festivals.

Ring in the Thousand Years of Peace invites you into a contemplative world where music becomes a vessel for hope, renewal, and the passage of time. At the heart of the program lies Jonathan Dove's The Passing of the Year. Dedicated to the composer's mother, the work uses texts by William Blake, George Peele, Emily Dickinson, and Alfred, Lord Tennyson to trace the cycle of the seasons and human mortality. Together with works by Henk Badings, Dale Trumbore, Johannes Brahms, Lili Boulanger, and Eric Whitacre, the program weaves a tapestry of reflection and longing — inviting audiences to sit with the mysteries of endings and beginnings, and to find in music the quiet promise of peace across generations. $30 General Admission $10 Student Tickets at the Door

Join Us for TRM’s 4th Annual “Night of Praise”: The Power of Prayer Get ready for a joy-filled evening at Topeka Rescue Mission’s 4th Annual “Night of Praise”! This year’s theme, “The Power of Prayer,” reminds us that prayer is more than simply bringing our requests to God—it is an invitation to trust Him, seek His will, and witness what He can do when His people come together in faith. At TRM, we believe prayer is at the heart of everything we do. Every meal served, every person welcomed, every life encouraged, and every step toward a brighter future is an opportunity to see God at work. When we pray fervently and faithfully, we recognize that the power to transform lives does not come from us alone—it comes from God. As followers of Christ, TRM is honored to serve as His hands and feet, bringing hope, healing, and practical help to those who are homeless, hungry, or hurting. Through the unwavering support of our donors, the dedication of our staff, and the faithful service of our volunteers, we are able to reach people who often feel unseen and forgotten. And through prayer, we invite God to guide, strengthen, and multiply every effort. This night is more than a celebration—it is an opportunity to worship, give thanks, hear inspiring stories, and seek God together. We will celebrate what He has done, pray for those who are hurting and in need, and look forward to all He will continue to do in our community. Join us as together we praise, pray, and move forward in faith.There is power in prayer, power in faith, and power in a community. This is a FREE community event, and everyone is encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item. For more info on the event and sponsorship, visit: www.trmonline.org/nightofpraise

🌞 Sundays Are Better at Happy Basset! 🍳🥂 Looking for plans this Sunday? Gather your friends and family and join us for brunch at Happy Basset from 9 AM – 2 PM! Enjoy all your breakfast favorites, fresh-made omelets, pancakes, bacon, sausage, and more while relaxing with a Bloody Mary, mimosa, or one of our mimosa flights. 🍳 Made-to-order omelets 🥞 Pancakes & French toast 🥓 Breakfast favorites and more 🍹 $5 Bloody Marys & Mimosas 🥂 Mimosa Flights & Mimosa Buckets Whether you’re catching up with friends, celebrating the weekend, or just avoiding cooking at home, we’ve got Sunday covered. Come hungry, bring your brunch crew, and spend your Sunday with us at Happy Basset! 🐾 #HappyBasset #SundayBrunch #BrunchTime #TopekaEats #MimosaSunday #WeekendPlans

🍻🎃 SOMETHING SPOOKY IS BREWING AT HAPPY BASSET! 🧠🍂 BREW & BRAINS: THE HAPPY BASSET TRIVIA LEAGUE IS BACK! Think your team has what it takes to climb the leaderboard? Gather your smartest friends, grab a beer, and get ready for 8 weeks of Halloween, Thanksgiving, fall fun, and plenty of trivia! Starting Monday, October 12th, at 6:00 PM, each week will bring a brand-new theme, new questions, and new opportunities to earn points toward the Brew & Brains Fall Trivia League Championship! 🏆 🧠 HOW IT WORKS • FREE to play • 8 weeks of trivia competition • Teams earn points each week • Bonus points are available throughout the season • End-of-season prizes for our top teams! • You can join with an existing team or come find your trivia crew! 🎃 WEEKLY THEMES Week 1: Halloween Kickoff 👻 Halloween history, traditions, spooky facts & more! Week 2: Halloween Candy 🍫🍬 Your favorite treats, candy history, brands, flavors & more! Week 3: Halloween Movies & TV 🎬👻 Classic Halloween movies, scary movies, TV episodes, characters & quotes! Week 4: Witches, Monsters & Things That Go Bump 🧙‍♀️🧛‍♂️ Ghosts, vampires, werewolves, witches, monsters & folklore! Week 5: Thanksgiving Kickoff 🦃 Thanksgiving history, traditions, fun facts & celebrations! Week 6: Thanksgiving Food Fight 🍗🥧 Turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, pies, recipes & all things Thanksgiving food! Week 7: Thanksgiving Traditions 🦃🏈 Thanksgiving football, the Macy’s Parade, Black Friday, presidential turkeys & more! Week 8: THE ULTIMATE FALL FINALE 🍂🏆 A little bit of Halloween, a little bit of Thanksgiving, and a whole lot of trivia! ⭐ BONUS POINTS! There will be plenty of ways to pick up some extra points throughout the season: 👗 Best Dressed Team — Dress for the week’s theme! 🎃 Team Mascot — Bring a small item representing that week’s theme. 🙌 Bring a Friend — Bring someone who has never played in the trivia league before! 🦃 Turkey Trivia Challenge — A quick Thanksgiving-themed challenge for bonus points! 🍬 Candy Guess — Guess how many pieces of candy are in the jar. Closest guess wins! ❓ Mystery Bonus — You never know what bonus challenge might pop up! So grab your team, come up with a killer team name, and get ready for 8 weeks of bragging rights, bonus points, great food, cold beer, and a whole lot of fun! 🏆 Who will become the Brew & Brains Fall Trivia League Champions? 📅 Mondays at 6:00 PM 📍 Happy Basset Barrel House 💰 FREE TO PLAY Let the fall trivia battle begin! 🎃🦃🍻🧠 #HappyBasset #HappyBassetBarrelHouse #BrewAndBrains #TriviaLeague #TriviaNight #TopekaEvents #TopekaKS #ThingsToDoInTopeka #CraftBeer #DrinkLocal #SupportLocal #MondayNightTrivia #GameNight #TeamTrivia #HalloweenTrivia #ThanksgivingTrivia #FallFun

🎯🍺 Steel-Tip Dart Players — This One’s for You! 🍺🎯 Ready to put your darts to use and join a league that’s all about fun, fair competition, and good times? The Topeka Dart Association (TDA) is growing, and we’re looking for steel-tip dart players of all skill levels! 🔹 Bring your own steel-tip darts 🔹 Skill-based divisions coming soon (Gold, Silver & Bronze) so you’ll always play against similar-level teams 🔹 Great atmosphere, friendly competition, and league nights you’ll actually look forward to Whether you want to form a team or jump in as a free agent, now’s the time to get involved. Reach out to a TDA Officer, here is their website for more information. NO Walk-ins during league! Walk-ins welcome during tournaments!https://topekadartassociation.weebly.com/ Grab your darts, grab a beer, and let’s make league night the best night of the week! 🍻🎯 #SteelTipDarts #BringYourOwnDarts #DartLeague #TopekaDarts #LeagueNight #GameNight #DrinkLocal #HappyBasset #JoinTheLeague 🎯🍺

America SingsMonday Oct. 12 – Join us in recognizing and celebrating the 250th anniversary of our birth, as we share music that shaped our nation.

As America prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, we will share music that has helped shape our nation. Through melodies that have inspired generations, this program will celebrate the spirit, diversity and resilience of the American experience.

The Kansas Children’s Discovery Center is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for special holiday hours on Monday, October 12 in recognition of Indigenous Peoples’ Day. At 10 a.m., join us for a special story time with Christina Haswood followed by a hoop dancing lesson from Dennis Rogers. Regular admission applies, which is $11 for children and adults, $10 for seniors, and free for infants under 12 months and Discovery Center members. Admission also lets you play all day at the Kansas Children’s Discovery Center with over 30,000 square feet of indoor educational exhibits exploring science, careers, art, building and more, plus a 4.5 acre certified Nature Explore Outdoor Classroom. Check out https://kansasdiscovery.org/events/ for more serious fun!

🎯 Top City Cornhole Night 🎯 Game on at 6:30 PM! Grab a cold craft beer, order some great food, and toss a few bags with friends. Whether you’re playing to win or just playing for fun, it’s the perfect way to kick back and enjoy the night. Good vibes, great beer, tasty eats, and friendly competition—see you on the boards!

Pints for Patriots 🍻🇺🇸 Grab a pint. Grab a bite. Give back. Join us Wednesday Oct 14th from 4–9PM and enjoy great beer and food while supporting an incredible cause. ❤️ Happy Basset Brewing Co. is donating 10% of ALL sales to benefit the Kansas National Guard Museum. Skip cooking, come hang out, and make your night out count.

1st hour -beverages and appetizers get to know everyonesecond hour free spa services and info for attendees

🤠💃 Country & Line Dance Nights with Kristy 🕺🎶 Every Wednesday • 6:30 PM • Happy Basset Brewing Co. Kick off your night the fun way! Join us every Wednesday at 6:30 PM for Country & Line Dance Lessons with Kristy—the perfect warm-up before the night gets rollin’. 🎶 Why you’ll love it: ✨ Easy-to-follow lessons in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere ✨ Learn crowd-favorite line dances + classic country steps ✨ No experience needed — beginners 100% welcome ✨ Great for date night, friend night, or flying solo Whether you’ve never danced a step or just want to polish your moves, Kristy will have you feeling confident and dance-floor ready in no time. 🍻 Grab a beer. 👢 Learn a few steps. 🎉 Stay for the fun. Come early, dance often, and make Wednesdays your new favorite night of the week. 📍 Happy Basset Brewing Co. 📅 Wednesdays ⏰ 6:30 PM #CountryDance #LineDance #DanceLessons #DanceWithKristy #HappyBasset #WednesdayNights #TopekaEvents #BeginnerFriendly #BootScootinFun #CountryVibes

🎶 Boots, Beats & Midweek Fun – Topeka’s Country Night! 🎶 Looking for the perfect midweek escape? Wednesday nights are calling! Dust off your boots and hit the BIGGEST and BEST dance floor in town—we’re keeping it packed and rocking every week! 👢💃🕺 📅 Every Wednesday | 7 PM – 11 PM 💃 Dance Lessons at 6:30 PM – No partner? No problem! 💵 $5 Cover | 🔞 Under 21? $10 Cover 🎧 Sound Origin Productions brings the ultimate country soundtrack—classic 2-steps, sizzling line dances, and plenty of country swing. Got a favorite tune? They’ll play it! 🤠 🍔🍻 Not feeling the dance floor? Relax, sip a cold one, and enjoy delicious bites while soaking in the energy. 🔥 Whether you’re a two-step pro or trying your first dance, Wednesday nights are all about music, moves, and good company. Grab your friends, lace up those boots, and make Wednesday nights your new midweek tradition. Let’s dance, Topeka! 🍻✨ #CountryDanceNight #TopekaNightlife #BootScootinFun #LineDanceLife #TwoStepTime #SoundOriginProductions #MidweekVibes #CountrySwing #DanceTheNightAway