Topeka Events & Things to Do

Step inside this immersive exhibit and discover larger-than-life sculptures created entirely from marine debris collected from beaches and waterways. Each stunning piece tells a powerful story about ocean conservation while showcasing the incredible possibilities of art made from recycled materials. Perfect for families, school groups, and curious minds of all ages, Washed Ashore offers a unique opportunity to explore, learn, and be inspired. (Reservations required for large groups.) Washed Ashore: Art to Save the Sea is a nationally recognized traveling exhibition created by a nonprofit organization dedicated to fighting plastic pollution through art and education. Using debris collected from beaches and waterways, artists and volunteers transform discarded plastics into large-scale marine life sculptures that are both visually striking and deeply educational. Over the past 15 years, the organization has removed more than 35 tons of plastic pollution from the Pacific Northwest and turned it into more than 85 sculptures designed to spark conversation, inspire stewardship, and encourage changes in everyday consumer habits.The exhibit has been displayed at prominent venues across the country, including the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History in Washington, D.C., zoos, aquariums, botanical gardens, and even national television appearances such as The Kelly Clarkson Show and installations with Disney properties. https://www.facebook.com/events/934783329578377/?event_time_id=934783459578364

IT’S SUMMER VACATION TIME!!Want to go on a vacation and •Let your toddler take the wheel?•Paint cars at Cadillac Ranch?•Star in your own movie?•Be a diner cook, waitress?•Communicate with aliens?•Build an adobe pueblo?•ALL FOR FREE?•And in AIR CONDITIONING?? Come along on the GREAT AMERICAN ROADTRIP at the NOTO Art Center!We have a route that will not only teach you about why taking vacations throughout time have been different, why the oldest continually occupied community is NOT in Florida, the theaters and diners as tourist attractions, what kind of stuff to pack on a vacation, mail a postcard to a senior citizen or Veteran, have a scary fun time with Area 51, and more!!And all with interactive sounds, projects, and take and make art! While on your trip, you can even visit under the sea, with the Jellyfish Bloom / Washed Ashore Exhibit in the Morris Gallery! The Great American Roadtrip … Wish You Were Here!!And you can be, because it opens First Friday, FRIDAY, JUNE 5.We look forward to you arriving! The exhibit will run until August 29, visit as much as you’d like during Art Center hours, and will be accompanied by an art exhibit of regional artists’ works based on THEIR great American roadtrips!! Featured in The Great American Roadtrip is the JeBo Trails Art Salon!This ‘stop’ on your vacay reminds us that art galleries are ALWAYS a wonderful stop during your roadtrips and vacations!Whether it’s the Louvre in Paris, the Getty in LA, the Met in NYC or the regional and local galleries in smaller towns, galleries bring imagination alive and create memories you won’t find anywhere else!The Great American Roadtrip will have a small art salon as well as art sprinkled throughout the entire exhibit, along with tips for young art appreciators to learn more about gallery etiquette, behavior, history and opportunities! JeBo Trails Art SalonFeaturingJennifer BohlanderWith…Ginny Lea YoungJennifer Lutz-MichaelJeremy WanglerAngela LexowCourtney ArmstrongPhoebe Trites https://www.facebook.com/events/2090386881832024/?event_time_id=2090386955165350

Date & Time Thursdays, August 13, 20 & 27, 20265:00–6:30 PM Location 935 N. Kansas Ave.Topeka, KS 66608Located in NOTO (downstairs inside art center) Event Description Junior high artists need a creative space of their own, too! This three-week Thursday art series gives students time to explore new materials, strengthen their artistic skills, and develop their own ideas in a welcoming studio environment. Each class includes instruction and demonstrations from a certified K–12 art educator, but students are also encouraged to make creative choices and bring their own style to the work. My goal is not for every project to look exactly alike. It is for students to become more confident artists, take thoughtful creative risks, and enjoy making art alongside others their age. The August series meets on August 13, 20, and 27 from 5:00–6:30 PM. Art supplies are included, and space is limited so that students receive meaningful guidance and support. Parents, drop off your young artist and enjoy a little time to yourself while they create! Registration: $27Includes art supplies and processing fee. Learn more and register through The Creative Corner with Mrs. Diaz website at www.thecreativecornerwithmrsdiaz.com Email at thecreativecornerwithmrs.diaz@gmail.com Call/text (785) 260-0824

Come rock out with a weekly downtown concert. It feels like a festival every week with the great music and food options.Come on down with your lawn chair and enjoy some of the best bands around. https://www.facebook.com/events/1281877196612797/?event_time_id=1281877239946126

Join Into The Gray for a short and sweet set at Evergy Plaza in Topeka! ️️️️️ Into the Gray’s members are each stellar musicians and performers with killer resumes and years of musical experience. But this Kansas City band is even greater than the sum of its talented parts. With legendary Kansas City drummer Kent Burnham, Alabama’s melodic bassman Jeff Turk, Iowa Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s guitarist Skinny Webb, and powerhouse vocalist Jessica Gray, this band has been captivating audiences since their formation in 2019. Their two albums, Revelation and Little Bird, blend Latin, blues, Reggae, and rock music into their own unique, genre-defying sound. Into the Gray’s audiences have described their performances and music ascreative, visionary, passionate, and one of the best bands in KC. Their songs are both original and familiar, soulful and rockin’, and bursting with unique musicality and incomparable vocals.

Sawyer Brown, the long-running country-rock band led by Mark Miller, will perform at Prairie Band Casino & Resort on August 13, 2026. Known for their “life songs” and high-energy shows, the band rose to fame after winning Star Search, going from overlooked in Nashville to national success. They toured early with Kenny Rogers and went on to build a loyal fanbase with hit songs, including the #1 single “Some Girls Do.” With over 40 years in the industry, Sawyer Brown has achieved major milestones—6,000+ shows, 24 albums, 51 charted singles, and multiple industry awards. They’ve shared stages with legendary artists and remain dedicated to their blue-collar, grassroots style. Their 40th anniversary is being celebrated with a memoir, documentary, and new album. SHOW: Thursday, August 13, 2026 | 7PM Prairie Band Casino & Resort | Great Lakes BallroomTickets | $71.15

Join us for Book Club! AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * USA TODAY BESTSELLER * NATIONAL INDIE BESTSELLER * NPR BEST BOOKS OF 2025 * KIRKUS BEST BOOKS OF 2025 * BOOKLIST 2025 EDITOR’S CHOICE * NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY BEST OF YEAR * CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY BEST OF YEAR From the powerhouse creator of Nimona comes a breathtaking illustrated novel, the start of a trilogy, following two orphans who leave the only home they’ve ever known to sail with an eccentric crew of pirates.Viola and Wilmur have been waiting for their parents for fifteen boring years in the colorless town of Caveat. Their lives are a drudge of salt, trash, pirate stories, and what-ifs . . . until one very stormy night, when Captain Cadence Chase breaks down their door. They cut a deal with the captain: Chase can take their most prized possession, a mysterious Book, but only if she takes them, too. After all, if their parents aren’t coming, Viola and Wilmur might as well have a grand adventure to find them.Setting sail into the treacherous and beautiful world beyond Caveat, the two inseparable friends must uncover the facts behind legend—and the key to saving all of Dickerson’s Sea from obliteration—before the truth tears them apart. Wickedly funny, deeply emotional, and sharply incisive, Scarlet Morning is a tale of love, betrayal, and the extraordinary lengths we’d go to save a world broken beyond repair..

Puzzle Race Night – Fast Fingers and Friendly Sabotage! You know the drill… but that doesn’t mean it’s gotten any easier. Grab your team and race against the clock to finish a 500-piece puzzle before anyone else. Puzzles are still randomly drawn, so no two nights are ever the same — and neither is the competition. $10 per team (up to 6 players) Prizes for the fastest finishers The Sabotage Shop is OPEN Because puzzling is more fun when you can mess with your friends. For just a few bucks, you can: Hide an opponent’s pieces Freeze a team mid-puzzle Force relay mode chaos Outthink them. Outplay them. Out-puzzle them. Great beer, good food, and nonstop laughs (1 beverage minimum per player) Reserve your spot: 785-730-2498 Spots fill up fast, and bragging rights are on the line. Bring your crew, grab a craft beer, and come see if you’ve still got what it takes to win — or at least sabotage your way to the top. #PuzzleRaceNight #HappyBasset #SabotageShop #GameNightVibes #TopekaEvents #DrinkLocal #FriendlyRivalry #PuzzleChaos

Come join us on Thursday August 13th at Cosmos Court for Cosmos Charity drag bingo benefiting Topeka Pride. Every extra $5 pack of bingo cards purchased helps support Topeka Pride’s mission of celebrating, uplifting and advocating for the LGBTQ+ community right here in our area. Hosted by the fabulous Lil Miss KansA$$!! We also offer a delicious all-you-can-eat Italian buffet available with select ticket options!!! Ticket Options• $15 – Show & Bingo Only• $28 – Buffet + Show & Bingo for one • $100 – Reserved Table for four with Buffet & Show Tickets for four Buffet Begins: 5:30 PMbingo Drag Bingo Starts: 7:00 PM Whether you’re a bingo champion, a first-time player, or just looking for a fun night out with friends, this is an event you won’t want to miss. Come celebrate community, support a great cause, and make memories filled with laughter and fabulous entertainment.

Casa de Dios Topeka te da una cordial invitación a nuestro congreso de mujeres REFLEJO con el tema “RENOVADAS EN CRISTO”. Cada año vemos que cada mujer que llega estos congresos no salen igual Todos están invitados, Días sonAGOSTO 13,14&15 Síguenos en nuestra Página de la iglesia para más información sobre los horarios. Dios tiene una palabra para ti TE ESPERAMOS NO TE LO PUEDES PERDER (We also translated during every service, do not let a language be the barrier that stops you from receiving the blessing/gift/word God has for you, WE PRAY YOU CAN MAKE IT. For more information in English please do not hesitate to contact us)

Sawyer Brown, the long-running country-rock band led by Mark Miller, will perform at Prairie Band Casino & Resort on August 13, 2026. Known for their “life songs” and high-energy shows, the band rose to fame after winning Star Search, going from overlooked in Nashville to national success. They toured early with Kenny Rogers and went on to build a loyal fanbase with hit songs, including the #1 single “Some Girls Do.” With over 40 years in the industry, Sawyer Brown has achieved major milestones—6,000+ shows, 24 albums, 51 charted singles, and multiple industry awards. They’ve shared stages with legendary artists and remain dedicated to their blue-collar, grassroots style. Their 40th anniversary is being celebrated with a memoir, documentary, and new album. SHOW: Thursday, August 13, 2026 | 7PM Prairie Band Casino & Resort | Great Lakes BallroomTickets | $71.15

Join Into The Gray for a short and sweet set at Evergy Plaza in Topeka! ️️️️️ Into the Gray’s members are each stellar musicians and performers with killer resumes and years of musical experience. But this Kansas City band is even greater than the sum of its talented parts. With legendary Kansas City drummer Kent Burnham, Alabama’s melodic bassman Jeff Turk, Iowa Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s guitarist Skinny Webb, and powerhouse vocalist Jessica Gray, this band has been captivating audiences since their formation in 2019. Their two albums, Revelation and Little Bird, blend Latin, blues, Reggae, and rock music into their own unique, genre-defying sound. Into the Gray’s audiences have described their performances and music ascreative, visionary, passionate, and one of the best bands in KC. Their songs are both original and familiar, soulful and rockin’, and bursting with unique musicality and incomparable vocals.

Come rock out with a weekly downtown concert. It feels like a festival every week with the great music and food options.Come on down with your lawn chair and enjoy some of the best bands around. https://www.facebook.com/events/1281877196612797/?event_time_id=1281877239946126

Step inside this immersive exhibit and discover larger-than-life sculptures created entirely from marine debris collected from beaches and waterways. Each stunning piece tells a powerful story about ocean conservation while showcasing the incredible possibilities of art made from recycled materials. Perfect for families, school groups, and curious minds of all ages, Washed Ashore offers a unique opportunity to explore, learn, and be inspired. (Reservations required for large groups.) Washed Ashore: Art to Save the Sea is a nationally recognized traveling exhibition created by a nonprofit organization dedicated to fighting plastic pollution through art and education. Using debris collected from beaches and waterways, artists and volunteers transform discarded plastics into large-scale marine life sculptures that are both visually striking and deeply educational. Over the past 15 years, the organization has removed more than 35 tons of plastic pollution from the Pacific Northwest and turned it into more than 85 sculptures designed to spark conversation, inspire stewardship, and encourage changes in everyday consumer habits.The exhibit has been displayed at prominent venues across the country, including the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History in Washington, D.C., zoos, aquariums, botanical gardens, and even national television appearances such as The Kelly Clarkson Show and installations with Disney properties. https://www.facebook.com/events/934783329578377/?event_time_id=934783356245041

IT’S SUMMER VACATION TIME!!Want to go on a vacation and •Let your toddler take the wheel?•Paint cars at Cadillac Ranch?•Star in your own movie?•Be a diner cook, waitress?•Communicate with aliens?•Build an adobe pueblo?•ALL FOR FREE?•And in AIR CONDITIONING?? Come along on the GREAT AMERICAN ROADTRIP at the NOTO Art Center!We have a route that will not only teach you about why taking vacations throughout time have been different, why the oldest continually occupied community is NOT in Florida, the theaters and diners as tourist attractions, what kind of stuff to pack on a vacation, mail a postcard to a senior citizen or Veteran, have a scary fun time with Area 51, and more!!And all with interactive sounds, projects, and take and make art! While on your trip, you can even visit under the sea, with the Jellyfish Bloom / Washed Ashore Exhibit in the Morris Gallery! The Great American Roadtrip … Wish You Were Here!!And you can be, because it opens First Friday, FRIDAY, JUNE 5.We look forward to you arriving! The exhibit will run until August 29, visit as much as you’d like during Art Center hours, and will be accompanied by an art exhibit of regional artists’ works based on THEIR great American roadtrips!! Featured in The Great American Roadtrip is the JeBo Trails Art Salon!This ‘stop’ on your vacay reminds us that art galleries are ALWAYS a wonderful stop during your roadtrips and vacations!Whether it’s the Louvre in Paris, the Getty in LA, the Met in NYC or the regional and local galleries in smaller towns, galleries bring imagination alive and create memories you won’t find anywhere else!The Great American Roadtrip will have a small art salon as well as art sprinkled throughout the entire exhibit, along with tips for young art appreciators to learn more about gallery etiquette, behavior, history and opportunities! JeBo Trails Art SalonFeaturingJennifer BohlanderWith…Ginny Lea YoungJennifer Lutz-MichaelJeremy WanglerAngela LexowCourtney ArmstrongPhoebe Trites https://www.facebook.com/events/2090386881832024/?event_time_id=2090386945165351

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 August, we are reading Dark Money, by Jane Mayer.

Undercover is returning to one of our favorite venues. Put on your dancing shoes and make plans to party with us at the Barrel House!

Arrive anytime between 5:30-8:30 pm to enjoy this free activity! Whether you make a tiny dangly seed bead and thin wire gecko or help make a giant lizard out of pieces of pool noodle and rope, or aim some some pony beads and laces into a medium sized gecko – we will have OPTIONS for FUN! Maybe your beaded creation will adorn a houseplant, dangle on your backpack, surprise a friend, or brighten up a windowsill? And while everyone in Topeka loves a lizard (https://webapps.fhsu.edu/ksherp/account.aspx?o=32&t=46) , we will also have a few other patterns available for similar simple beaded creatures and designs with the available supplies. 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.

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 August, we are reading Dark Money, by Jane Mayer.

Step into your grandma-era and let’s play some bingo! Tickets are required to attend since spots are limited but it is a FREE event!

Join Compass Point, home of Dirty Girl Adventures, for LIVE MUSIC from Savanna Chestnut and her full band and opening artist Anna PS! We are so excited to bring Savanna and her band to The Courtyard for you to enjoy. She has a beautiful voice and stories to tell; don’t miss this show! We have a fabulous opening performer, our friend Anna PS! Anna is an amazing musician who tours and entertains audiences across the Midwest. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear Anna perform! Savanna is a small-town native hailing from the Flint Hills of Kansas; her voice is as clear and country as the prairie sky she grew up under, and her songwriting reflects her down-home, no-frills character. Savanna has won multiple songwriting contests and has been nominated for Female Vocalist of the Year at the Rocky Mountain Country Music Awards 4 times. She has shared the stage with acts such as Gary Allan, Sara Evans, Justin Moore, Eli Young Band, Reckless Kelly, Granger Smith, Tanya Tucker, Jason Boland, Ned Ledoux, and many others. She has 3 studio albums of original music available on all streaming platforms. Savanna’s goal is to connect with and comfort as many people as possible with her music. In her words…“Country music has always been my shoulder to lean on, no matter what. I can always relate to it and always rely on it. That’s how I want my songs to be for others. Just honest, genuine, country music.” Friday, August 14th, from 6-10pmCover charge $10 – Tickets are always available at the gatesGates, Bar, and Food Truck open at 6pm Music starts at 6:15pm with our friend Anna PS opening the evening with original music We always have room for YOU on The Courtyard! Compass Point, home of Dirty Girl Adventures, is a family-friendly environment, and everyone is welcome. We even love dogs on leashes! We have many offerings at the Canoe Bar, including event drink specials, mocktails, and soda. We have something you’ll want. Compass Point is part of the NOTO Common Consumption Area. This allows you to purchase an alcoholic beverage from a licensed CCA vendor and walk through the Common Consumption Area. All drinks within the CCA MUST be served in a branded cup from a licensed CCA vendor in the NOTO Arts District.

Come see Just JP for the FIRST TIME headline a show in Topeka Kansas! He will be joined by Jaden Carter(Hip Hop/Pop Rock), Grizz Lee (Pop), Socky (Lil bit of everything), Zay Tha King (Hip Hop), and Blvcklight! (Trap Metal and Dark Phonk) This is one you DO NOT want to miss! See you there!

Celebrate the beginning of school with Worship and the Gospel. This is an event for students to invite friends to hear the Gospel and then be encouraged to go share it. There will be door prizes and other fun things before the event; doors open at 6:30.Can’t wait to see you there.

Come Early & Support Local Talent! Before Undercover takes the stage, we’re excited to welcome the incredibly talented Addie Resch to Happy Basset! Friday, August 14 7:00 PM Addie is a young local artist with a big dream and an amazing voice. Come cheer her on as she shares her passion for music and kicks off an incredible night of live entertainment. Let’s show her what the Happy Basset community is all about! ️ Every great musician starts somewhere, and your support means the world to young artists like Addie. Grab a craft beer, enjoy dinner from Basset Bites Kitchen, and settle in for an evening filled with great music, great food, and great company. Support Local Music Enjoy Local Craft Beer Great Food Then stick around as Undercover keeps the party going! See you Friday, August 14!

Undercover is returning to one of our favorite venues. Put on your dancing shoes and make plans to party with us at the Barrel House!

Undercover LIVE at Happy Basset Barrel House! It’s a new year, but you can bet it’ll be the same ROCKIN’ PARTY you’ve come to expect! Join Undercover on Friday, Aug 14th at 8 PM for an unforgettable night of music, energy, and fun at one of Topeka’s best venues. $10 Cover You won’t want to miss this show! #Undercover #LiveMusic #HappyBassetBarrelHouse #RockAndRoll #TopekaEvents #PartyAllNight#LiveShow #TopekaMusicScene #RockParty

Poetry and Pours is a Facebook live event.We will share some poetry and highlight a local restaurant in Topeka along with some of our favorite cocktails or wines.We ask some bookish trivia questions where you can win a free book and free drink in our store.Join us online!

After the TOP CITY Comedy Laughs, Laugh some more…..at your friends singing! Join us Tonight and Every Friday Night for “A Star Karaoke Bar” – A perpetual party to celebrate the end of the week with song! 9:45-1am! The Food Court is open for Late Night Dinner until 11:00pm! We’ll see you in the Court! No COVER Another great way to love Friday Nights in Downtown Topeka connecting, mingling and celebrating with other amazing and talented creatives! DO IT DOWNTOWN Mark your calendars and join us every week! Save $5 off every large pizza after 10pm. https://www.facebook.com/events/1782528382426076/?event_time_id=1782528542426060

Event Description Kids, come create. Parents, take a break! Join The Creative Corner with Mrs. Diaz for two Saturday art workshops led by a certified art educator. Young artists will explore their creativity, learn new techniques, and complete an original art project. All art supplies are included. Saturday, August 15, 2026 Saturday, August 29, 2026 NOTO Art Center935 N. Kansas Ave.Topeka, KS 66608 $27 total$25 workshop fee + $2 processing fee Space is limited, and advance registration is required. Register here:https://the-creative-corner-with-mrs-diaz-105336.square.site/ Learn more:www.thecreativecornerwithmrsdiaz.com Questions? Call or text (785) 260-0824.

Tour “ICONIC: Sports Photography by Walter Iooss Jr.” and discuss the emotional stories captured by this internationally influential sports photographer. Then enjoy a guided collage workshop focusing on telling an emotional narrative. Explore the visual nature of determination, pride, disappointment, exultation, heartbreak, and victory! $20 registration required. All materials provided. Walter Iooss Jr., “Jackie Joyner-Kersee, Beverly Hills, CA,” 1991, archival pigment print. Walter Iooss Jr., “Earvin “Magic” Johnson, Inglewood, CA,” 1996, archival pigment print. Walter Iooss Jr., “LeBron James, San Francisco, CA,” 2009, archival pigment print.

Tour “ICONIC: Sports Photography by Walter Iooss Jr.” and discuss the emotional stories captured by this internationally influential sports photographer. Then enjoy a guided collage workshop focusing on telling an emotional narrative. Explore the visual nature of determination, pride, disappointment, exultation, heartbreak, and victory! $20 registration required. All materials provided. Walter Iooss Jr., “Jackie Joyner-Kersee, Beverly Hills, CA,” 1991, archival pigment print. Walter Iooss Jr., “Earvin “Magic” Johnson, Inglewood, CA,” 1996, archival pigment print. Walter Iooss Jr., “LeBron James, San Francisco, CA,” 2009, archival pigment print.

SAVE THE DATE FOR BOOKSTORE ROMANCE DAY! We’ve got lots of stuff planned! The Blind Barista Coffee 10a-12p Ali Stalone will be there with her debut novel for signing, ALL DAY. The Hive will be there 12p-2p with their Perfume & Diffuser Bar! Gemini Personalized Rings 2pm

Nutcracker auditions for dancers four years of age and older will be held Saturday, August 15, 2026 at our host studio, Barbara’s Conservatory of Dance. Dancers should arrive 15-20 minutes prior to audition time. There is no audition fee, but all dancers must complete the online registration forms prior to check in at balletmidwest.net/nutcracker-auditions Please wear appropriate dancewear and shoes (black leotard, clean tights and ballet shoes for females; white t-shirt, black tights and ballet shoes for males; adults auditioning for the party scene should wear comfortable clothing).With the exception of adults in the party scene, all dancers must currently be enrolled in ballet classes that meet at least once a week (at any studio). For everyone cast in the Nutcracker, there will be a required informational meeting in mid-September, date and time to be announced prior to auditions. AUDITION TIMES (please arrive 20-30 minutes early) 10:00-11:00 Female dancers ages 10-13, with less than 1 year on pointe 11:00-11:45 Male and Female dancers ages 4-6 11:45-12:45 Male and Female dancers ages 7-8 12:45-1:10 Adult Men and Women (no dance experience necessary) 1:30-3:00 Female dancers ages 12-15, with a minimum of one full year on pointe (including BMI Junior Company dancers not in one of the earlier audition times) 3:00-4:15 Female dancers ages 9-12, not on pointe 4:15-5:45 Female dancers ages 14 and older, with a minimum of three full years on pointe (including BMI Company dancers) 5:45-6:30 Male dancers ages 9 and older

Your new best friend could be waiting for you! Meet amazing dogs from Saving Death Row Dogs and start the adoption process at our Pet Adoption Event! ️ Meet adoptable dogs ️ Enter to win raffle prizes ️ Check out the KSNT Storm Tracker vehicle Jeremiah Bullfrogs Saturday, August 15 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Hosted by Northeast Kansas Animal Welfare Foundation. Please note: Dogs will not go home the day of the event. Applications will be accepted for adoption.

Celebrate Bookstore Romance Day with us at Round Table Bookstore on Saturday, August 15! We’ll be highlighting all romance books, along with romance themed bookish gifts, including candles, story prints, Punchkins, bookmarks and other items.Join us for Romance Bingo, Blind Date with a Book, and Bookstore golden heart ticket giveaways. Whether you love sweet romances, spicy reads, historical love stories, or romantasy, there will be something at the bookstore waiting to sweep you off your feet!

Come join us for an amazing BINGO & shopping experience at Topeka Vendors Market – the coolest place to shop local in Topeka!

IT’S SUMMER VACATION TIME!!Want to go on a vacation and •Let your toddler take the wheel?•Paint cars at Cadillac Ranch?•Star in your own movie?•Be a diner cook, waitress?•Communicate with aliens?•Build an adobe pueblo?•ALL FOR FREE?•And in AIR CONDITIONING?? Come along on the GREAT AMERICAN ROADTRIP at the NOTO Art Center!We have a route that will not only teach you about why taking vacations throughout time have been different, why the oldest continually occupied community is NOT in Florida, the theaters and diners as tourist attractions, what kind of stuff to pack on a vacation, mail a postcard to a senior citizen or Veteran, have a scary fun time with Area 51, and more!!And all with interactive sounds, projects, and take and make art! While on your trip, you can even visit under the sea, with the Jellyfish Bloom / Washed Ashore Exhibit in the Morris Gallery! The Great American Roadtrip … Wish You Were Here!!And you can be, because it opens First Friday, FRIDAY, JUNE 5.We look forward to you arriving! The exhibit will run until August 29, visit as much as you’d like during Art Center hours, and will be accompanied by an art exhibit of regional artists’ works based on THEIR great American roadtrips!! Featured in The Great American Roadtrip is the JeBo Trails Art Salon!This ‘stop’ on your vacay reminds us that art galleries are ALWAYS a wonderful stop during your roadtrips and vacations!Whether it’s the Louvre in Paris, the Getty in LA, the Met in NYC or the regional and local galleries in smaller towns, galleries bring imagination alive and create memories you won’t find anywhere else!The Great American Roadtrip will have a small art salon as well as art sprinkled throughout the entire exhibit, along with tips for young art appreciators to learn more about gallery etiquette, behavior, history and opportunities! JeBo Trails Art SalonFeaturingJennifer BohlanderWith…Ginny Lea YoungJennifer Lutz-MichaelJeremy WanglerAngela LexowCourtney ArmstrongPhoebe Trites https://www.facebook.com/events/2090386881832024/?event_time_id=2090386951832017

Are you ready for an unforgettable night celebrating hope, healing, and creativity? You are invited to join us for the debut of Astra Mental Health & Recovery Foundation’s VIVID: The Art of Healing Gala Fundraiser! This exciting, art-themed event spotlights the incredible talent and resilience of children, adults, and families in our community who are living with mental health and substance use challenges. The fun starts early with our online auction opening on Friday, July 31. Anyone in the community can browse and bid on amazing professional artwork, handcrafted jewelry, pottery, gift cards, and unique experiences. Register to bid and check out the items here >> AstraKS.org/art. New items are being added, so check back often! We will gather in person on Saturday, August 15, at the Townsite Avenue Ballroom in downtown Topeka.Here is what the evening looks like: 5:30 p.m. – Social hour with mocktails, beer, wine, and a cash bar. Get to know our 2026 VIVID Featured Artists—talented youth ages 8 to 15 served by our organization! ️ 6:15 p.m. – Delicious buffet opens. 7:00 p.m. – The main program and live auction begin! Other things to know: Our live auction masterpieces were created expressly for this event by our young Featured Artists. During the program, you will enjoy beautiful live music performed by adults in our Expressive Therapies Group. We recommend colorful resort attire. We’re kicking back for an evening of fun, so feel free to wear your favorite comfy yet chic outfit. Tropical patterns, floral prints, bright solids or patterns, linen sets, and chino pants or shorts are all welcome! ️ Tickets: $135 for a single ticket, or $1,080 for a table of eight. A limited number of tickets are available now. Visit AstraKS.org/art to secure your spot! Every ticket and bid helps ensure high-quality mental health and recovery care stays within reach for our neighbors. #AstraKS #TopCity #VIVID2026 #ArtOfHealing #TopekaEvents #MentalHealthMatters

Smoke This will be here on the patio to take care of your BBQ cravings. Pair with a Beast brew (maybe your favorite smoked IPA?) We are so excited to introduce them to our Beast Fam!

The Beast Fam is 3 years old this month! Join us for Smoke This BBQ and we will have Orange You Glad Creme Ale PLUS Topeka Front Yard Fist Fight Smoked IPA.We will have new T Shirts and the famous bathroom drink (IYKYK).

Nutcracker auditions for dancers four years of age and older will be held Saturday, August 15, 2026 at our host studio, Barbara’s Conservatory of Dance. Dancers should arrive 15-20 minutes prior to audition time. There is no audition fee, but all dancers must complete the online registration forms prior to check in at balletmidwest.net/nutcracker-auditions Please wear appropriate dancewear and shoes (black leotard, clean tights and ballet shoes for females; white t-shirt, black tights and ballet shoes for males; adults auditioning for the party scene should wear comfortable clothing).With the exception of adults in the party scene, all dancers must currently be enrolled in ballet classes that meet at least once a week (at any studio). For everyone cast in the Nutcracker, there will be a required informational meeting in mid-September, date and time to be announced prior to auditions. AUDITION TIMES (please arrive 20-30 minutes early) 10:00-11:00 Female dancers ages 10-13, with less than 1 year on pointe 11:00-11:45 Male and Female dancers ages 4-6 11:45-12:45 Male and Female dancers ages 7-8 12:45-1:10 Adult Men and Women (no dance experience necessary) 1:30-3:00 Female dancers ages 12-15, with a minimum of one full year on pointe (including BMI Junior Company dancers not in one of the earlier audition times) 3:00-4:15 Female dancers ages 9-12, not on pointe 4:15-5:45 Female dancers ages 14 and older, with a minimum of three full years on pointe (including BMI Company dancers) 5:45-6:30 Male dancers ages 9 and older

Are you ready for an unforgettable night celebrating hope, healing, and creativity? You are invited to join us for the debut of Astra Mental Health & Recovery Foundation’s VIVID: The Art of Healing Gala Fundraiser! This exciting, art-themed event spotlights the incredible talent and resilience of children, adults, and families in our community who are living with mental health and substance use challenges. The fun starts early with our online auction opening on Friday, July 31. Anyone in the community can browse and bid on amazing professional artwork, handcrafted jewelry, pottery, gift cards, and unique experiences. Register to bid and check out the items here >> AstraKS.org/art. New items are being added, so check back often! We will gather in person on Saturday, August 15, at the Townsite Avenue Ballroom in downtown Topeka.Here is what the evening looks like: 5:30 p.m. – Social hour with mocktails, beer, wine, and a cash bar. Get to know our 2026 VIVID Featured Artists—talented youth ages 8 to 15 served by our organization! ️ 6:15 p.m. – Delicious buffet opens. 7:00 p.m. – The main program and live auction begin! Other things to know: Our live auction masterpieces were created expressly for this event by our young Featured Artists. During the program, you will enjoy beautiful live music performed by adults in our Expressive Therapies Group. We recommend colorful resort attire. We’re kicking back for an evening of fun, so feel free to wear your favorite comfy yet chic outfit. Tropical patterns, floral prints, bright solids or patterns, linen sets, and chino pants or shorts are all welcome! ️ Tickets: $135 for a single ticket, or $1,080 for a table of eight. A limited number of tickets are available now. Visit AstraKS.org/art to secure your spot! Every ticket and bid helps ensure high-quality mental health and recovery care stays within reach for our neighbors. #AstraKS #TopCity #VIVID2026 #ArtOfHealing #TopekaEvents #MentalHealthMatters

Skinny’s Parking Lot Party: Chance Encounter + Villains Dance. Two killer bands, one massive outdoor throwdown. Loud music, cold drinks, summer heat, and zero excuses. Show up ready to move.

Skinny’s 25th anniversary celebration with Chance Encounter

PURE COUNTRY SHORT BIOGRAPHYDale Ann Garcia Lead VocalsRick Garcia DrumsPaul Root Lead Vocals & Rhythm GuitarJeff Brahler Lead Guitar & VocalsRick Kolbek Bass Guitar VocalsStan Tichenor Steel Guitar & Vocals We are thrilled to announce that PURE COUNTRY will bring our 80’s & 90′ & Present Country music straight to YOU! We have been cooking up some songs that we can’t wait for you to experience live. Bring your friends and join us for a fun filled night!! See y’ all soon!!!! FACEBOOK & YOUTUBE Shadowinoz2002@Yahoo.com WILL BE PLAYING IN THE BIG HALL!! See y’ all

Party with The BASH.

Celebrating 57 years!!!A night of Epic Metal!!! Doors 7pm, $10 Cover ,5 Bands!!! !!!

You Ask for it YOU GOT IT Join US Aug 15, 2026, 7:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M. for an unforgettable night of live music and entertainment at Philip Billard VFW POST 1650! Get ready to groove too the Delta Haze band with their incredible talent and infectious energy, this powerhouse Variety band will have you dancing and singing along all night long. Don’t miss out on this performance that will keep you on your feet and leave you wanting more. Mark your calendar and join us for a night of unforgettable music with Delta Haze we will be playing in the big hall upstairs! Open to the public

One Man. Big Sound. Great Night! Get ready for an evening of incredible live music with Van Mertsh featuring Nate Marsh! Banjolele • Vocals • Harmonica • Foot Drum One musician, multiple instruments, and a performance that’ll keep you entertained all night long! Saturday, August 15 Music starts at 7:30 PM FREE SHOW – No Cover! Bring your friends, grab a cold craft beer, enjoy some amazing food from Basset Bites Kitchen, and kick back for a night of great music and good vibes at Happy Basset! Great Beer Delicious Food Live Music Great Company See you August 15th!

• Doors open at 7 PM • Drag Show starts at 8 PM • 18+ to enter• $10 – General Admission• Free Entry after 9:44 PM Come early and get a $15 Italian Buffet from 5:30-8 PM. Join us at 9:44 PM as Disco in the Cosmos transforms Cosmos Court into a Studio 54-inspired dance floor. Stay for the Party…or just come for it. Whether you’re arriving after the Amateur Drag Show or making the disco your destination, everyone is welcome. Cosmos Court909 S. KS Ave Topeka, KS 66612

Get ready for a night of glitter, glamour, and fierce competition as Cosmos Cabaret presents our Amateur Drag Competitionon Saturday August 15th! Our talented amateur cast is ready to light up the stage with show-stopping performances, dazzling looks, and plenty of disco fever. Come cheer on your favorite performers as they compete for the spotlight in a night full of fun, entertainment, and unforgettable moments! Hosted by the fabulous Mrs. Helena Handbasket Tickets $10 All-You-Can-Eat Italian BuffetStarts at 5:30 PM • $15 per person or $20 for a ticket AND Buffet! Doors Open: 7:00 PMShowtime: 8:00 PM Throw on your favorite disco-inspired outfit, grab your friends, and join us for an evening of sequins, sparkle, great food, and incredible drag entertainment. Whether you’re a longtime fan or experiencing drag for the first time, this is a show you won’t want to miss! Stick around after the show for Club Cosmos Saturday Night Dance Party! We’re keeping the disco theme going all night long! Cosmos Court909 S. Kansas Ave. • Topeka, KS Good vibes. Great performances. One unforgettable night under the disco ball!

Celebrating 57 years!!!A night of Epic Metal!!! Doors 7pm, $10 Cover ,4 Bands!!! !!!

Get ready to hit the dance floor! Join us for a night of great music, cold drinks, and nonstop dancing with DJ 151, aka DJ Ron! Grab your friends and let’s make it a night to remember. See you on the dance floor!

Join us for an exclusive centennial event commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the Historic Jayhawk Theatre! Behind-the-scenes, sneak peek historical tours on the Centennial Anniversary of the Historic Jayhawk Theatre

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

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

Spotlight Sweethearts: Broadway Workshop is a five-day performance experience designed for young performers who love to sing, dance, act, and take center stage. Participants will explore musical theatre dance, acting exercises, character development, singing, stage presence, and storytelling while learning choreography inspired by the world of Broadway. Divided into age-based groups, dancers will spend the week building confidence, developing performance skills, and preparing for a final in-house showcase presentation for family and friends. Whether stepping onto the stage for the first time or already dreaming of Broadway, this workshop is designed to help every performer shine. The Curtain Call Cuties is for performers ages 5-10 and will meet from 5:00-6:30 pm.The Vaudeville Visionaries is designed for performers ages 11+ and will meet from 6:30-8:00 pm. Pre-register today at: aperturedance.com/event-list *This workshop gives performers a peek at what is to come with our upcoming Spotlight Sweethearts Performance Program!*

Spotlight Sweethearts: Broadway Workshop is a five-day performance experience designed for young performers who love to sing, dance, act, and take center stage. Participants will explore musical theatre dance, acting exercises, character development, singing, stage presence, and storytelling while learning choreography inspired by the world of Broadway. Divided into age-based groups, dancers will spend the week building confidence, developing performance skills, and preparing for a final in-house showcase presentation for family and friends. Whether stepping onto the stage for the first time or already dreaming of Broadway, this workshop is designed to help every performer shine. The Curtain Call Cuties is for performers ages 5-10 and will meet from 5:00-6:30 pm.The Vaudeville Visionaries is designed for performers ages 11+ and will meet from 6:30-8:00 pm. Pre-register today at: aperturedance.com/event-list *This workshop gives performers a peek at what is to come with our upcoming Spotlight Sweethearts Performance Program!*

Something new is brewing at Happy Basset! We’re excited to introduce Brew & Brains: The Happy Basset Trivia League! Think you’ve got the smartest crew in town? It’s time to put your knowledge to the test! Join us for 8 weeks of trivia competition beginning Monday, July 27th at 6:00 PM! Each week features a new theme, fresh challenges, and another chance to earn points and climb the leaderboard. How It Works • FREE to play • Teams compete each week throughout the season • Earn points toward the league championship • Lots of opportunities to earn BONUS points • End-of-season prizes for our top teams! Weekly Themes Week 1: General Trivia Kick-Off Week 2: Disney & Pixar Week 3: Movies & TV Week 4: Music Week 5: The ’80s, ’90s & 2000s Week 6: Sports & Games Week 7: Food, Drinks & Around the World Week 8: Championship Round ⭐ Bonus Points Available! Dress to match the week’s theme Wear your Happy Basset gear Golden Basset Week: If your entire team is rocking Happy Basset gear, you’ll earn extra bonus points! (Week announced as a surprise!) Best Team Name Bonus Challenge Question Bring a new team member who has never played with us before Gather your friends, create an unforgettable team name, enjoy great food and craft beer, and see if your team has what it takes to become the first-ever Happy Basset Brew & Brains Trivia League Champions! Mondays at 6:00 PM Happy Basset Barrel House Who’s ready to claim the bragging rights? #HappyBasset #HappyBassetBarrelHouse #BrewAndBrains #TriviaLeague #TriviaNight #TopekaEvents #TopekaKS #ThingsToDoInTopeka #CraftBeer #DrinkLocal #SupportLocal #MondayNightTrivia #GameNight #TeamTrivia #DisneyTrivia #MovieTrivia #MusicTrivia #SportsTrivia #FoodieFun #TriviaChampions