Topeka Events & Things to Do

🍻🎃 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 🎯🍺

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.

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

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!

Celebrate the Queen of Country with us! 💗✨ Join us at B&B for Dolly Parton Music Bingo on Tuesday, October 13 at 7:30PM! First come, first served; arrive early to secure your spots! FREE TO PLAY, open to ALL AGES, & we have PRIZES for our winners! 🏆 🍹 Please support us by purchasing food & drinks while you play! This ensures we’re able to continue hosting these FREE events for the community! #BBTheatres #Bingo #Bar #DollyParton

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

Don’t miss the most exciting, cutthroat event of the year: the Lakeside HOA Senior Pickleball Scramble. Quips and balls will fly, ruthless seniors will be out for blood, and the best pickleballer of them all with emerge the victor. Laughs and fun are guaranteed at this premier reading of local playwright Doug Goheen’s new play Pickled! Join ARTS Inc at 7:00pm on October 14, 2026, at Arts Connect in NOTO to be among the first to hear this new, hilarious piece. Presented by a cast overflowing with talent and directed by the playwright himself, this reading will be one you don’t want to miss. The play reading will be followed by a talkback with the cast and playwright/director. Admission is free and donations are welcome. ARTS Inc is able to continue offering accessible play readings and other theatrical events to the public thanks to the generosity of our audiences. Pickled! Written and directed by Doug Goheen Cast:Mysterious Spectator – Aaron SenneSheila Neiswanger – Megan LindquistBert Anderson – Diane PayneCharlie Benton – Jason PuffCorky Vanderhaven – Linda BoydJane Throckmorton – Robin BonsallJim Throckmorton – Mark RalstonRoy Macfee – Robbie RamosMarladeenKennedy – Melanie RalstonChase Vanderhaven – Dan Lindquist

Event Sponsors: MCP Group BJ McGivern with Genesis Realtors Elite Home Services

🧩 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

💀 RIDE OF THE DEAD 💀 HALLOWEEN BIKE NIGHT OCTOBER 15 • KICKSTART SALOON 🏍️ DECORATE YOUR BIKE🎭 COME IN COSTUME 🏆 PRIZES FOR BEST DECORATED BIKEBEST COSTUMEBEST COUPLE/GROUP 🎸 LIVE MUSIC BY EVOLUTION BAND STARTS AT 7PM 🍻 BIKE NIGHT DRINK SPECIALS💀 ALL BIKES WELCOME COME ALIVE FOR RIDE OF THE DEAD

The Washburn University Jazz Ensemble Concert will feature the WU Jazz Orchestra and Jazz Combo's. The performance will feature a variety of musical selections composed by noteable jazz artists, composers and arrangers.

Looking for a fun night out in Topeka? Join us next week on October 15 at 7:30 PM as Comedy Zone comedian and impressionist Greg Morton takes the stage at the Black Box Theatre inside the Topeka Performing Arts Center! Buy now link in Comments. Bring your friends and get ready to laugh! #GregMorton #Comedyzone #TopekaKS #TPAC #LiveEntertainment

Step beyond the iron gates and into the shadows of one of Kansas’ oldest cemeteries, where we’ll pull back the veil on the darker side of history. On this guided tour, you’ll walk among the graves of the who’s who of Topeka – and some of its most notorious residents – murderers, victims, and scandal-makers. Hear haunting tales of mystery, murder & mayhem. Each stop reveals a dark tale. Your walk will lead you through winding paths and ornate monuments. Dates: Fri, Oct 16th & Sat, Oct 17th Times: Start at 6:30 pm; tours depart every 15 mins, with the last tour leaving at 8:30 pm. Admission: $10/per person, tickets are purchased at the welcome table and tour starting point.] Disclaimer: Parts of this walking tour may go through areas with uneven ground. It may be difficult for those who need walking assistance. Also, the content of these tours may not be suitable for pre-teens and younger children. Details: Enter the cemetery from the 10th Street gate. Tickets are purchased at the welcome table. Tours last about an hour, and guests will walk to each stop (some areas may have uneven ground).

SMOKETOBER IS BACK! Happy Basset’s 6th Annual BBQ Fest Two days. Tons of smoke. Zero regrets. Get ready for a full-on Smoketober takeover with mouthwatering BBQ, live music, cold beer, and nonstop fun at one of the most anticipated weekends of the year! October 16th & 17th KCBS Sanctioned Competition – Teams, this is your chance to earn points and prove your BBQ game. Friday, October 16th – Buck Night Kick off the weekend by tasting BBQ from competing teams and soaking in the Smoketober atmosphere. Great food, great beer, and Live music all evening to keep the party rolling. Saturday, October 17th – Competition Day We open at 9 AM with a delicious breakfast from Basset Bites, then settle in as BBQ teams go head-to-head in an all-day showdown. More live music More beer More BBQ Bring your friends, your appetite, and your Smoketober spirit—this is a BBQ festival you do not want to miss. Click the link to get signed up and be part of the smoke! https://forms.gle/mnCuexkZaXK1DZQp7

🍝💋 ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT ITALIAN IS BACK—AND SO IS PASS THE PASTA! Come hungry for a Chef’s Kiss buffet loaded with the Italian favorites you’ve missed: spaghetti, lasagna, our famous Alfredo, meatballs, chicken, salads, Italian sides, and more. Fill your plate, go back for seconds, and settle in. Because while you’re enjoying the buffet, Pass the Pasta comes to you. Throughout dinner, our chefs will pick dishes they’re especially excited about—favorite pastas, sauces, and combinations—and bring them around the dining room with our servers. We’ll serve you a small tasting portion right at your table, so you can try something new without giving up the plate you’re already loving. You could be halfway through your lasagna when we appear beside you with another dish and say, “Here. You HAVE to try this.” 😂 That’s the fun of it. The buffet brings back the Chef’s Kiss favorites you know. Pass the Pasta brings a little surprise straight from our kitchen to your table. 💋🍝 📅 Tentatively Friday, October 16💵 $24.95 per person Our soft launch date depends on construction and final licensing. We’ll share reservation details as soon as they’re ready!

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! THIS WEEK: Paint with dots and textures on a rock, a greeting card, a small notecard, or a larger painting. No paint brushes only dotting tools, improvised stamps, and other textures to apply your paint and create your art! More ideas: a autumn-leaves inspired design could turn into a handmade ornament to display or contribute to our Cafe Quetzal“holiday” tree–recently redecorated in gorgeous orange/yellow/brown for fall! 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.

Two original singer songwriters with stories to tell will be in the house Friday October 16th!Don’t miss a night of great music! We are super excited to host TWO talented Singer Songwriters in The Backroom Bar at Compass Point.These two are story tellers, and we love the stories that they tell.Each of them is talented and entertaining. They have never met but they are both going to WOW you with their songs! Doors at 6pmMusic 7 – 10pmTickets $12 El Chac Mool will be on hand with delicious Mexican food._________________________________________________________ Jack Summers is a songwriter from Weston, Missouri.Jack’s childhood memories include his father reading him Bob Dylan lyrics like bedtime stories and going to the Walnut Valley Music Festival. As he grew up, he started writing lyrics of own and eventually, he won the Walnut Valley Songs for a Better World Songwriting Contest. Jack’s music is story-centric Americana that covers everything from the death of a West Virginia coal town to the death of the American mall. In 2021, Jack released his debut album ‘No Longer and Not Yet’In 2023, Jack won the Kerrville New Folk Songwriting Contest. Since then, he’s played everywhere from a honkey tonk in Austin, to the backwoods of Awendaw, SC, to Iowa’s oldest barn. Check out his music HERE Kris Schultz is a songwriter originally from Topeka, Kansas.After years assisting musicians as merch slinger, road manager and van driver, but never playing or singing herself, Kris Schultz eventually acquired a cheap guitar and began writing musical snapshots of a life wandering, looking for – and maybe finding – home in unexpected places. She released her full-length album, Standard Issue Heart, in October 2021, has played locally at such legendary venues as The Saxon Pub and Cactus Cafe, toured in the Midwest, Southwest and Southeastern US, has been featured in the live performance series “Songs In Places” for the last year, and is currently working on her second album. Check out her music HERE

Enjoy a little scare? Nightmare Festival starts October 16th. Prepare yourself for a night of frights you won’t forget! Nightmare Festival is still Topeka’s Largest Indoor Haunted Experience, but with a twist perfect for anyone seeking a night of Halloween fun and entertainment. The 2026 Nightmare Festival will feature the epic Nightmare on the Boulevard Haunted House you expect: while offering an additional immersive spine-chilling festival experience with multiple haunted attractions, food & beverage offerings and activities in one eerie location. Come witness the madness for yourself October 16th through 31st – but beware, once you enter the nightmare, there may be no waking up. Nightmare Festival is a Jinxed Production. TICKETS >>IT IS FREE TO ENTER THE NIGHTMARE FESTIVAL! Activities, Food & Beverages additional. All tickets/tokens will be available at the door. Tickets will not be sold in advance., except Group Experiences. NEW THIS YEAR – GROUP DISCOUNTS:Group Experiences available for groups of 10 or more! To purchase discounted Group tickets, please contact Aimee Craig: Aimee.Craig@oakviewgroup.com | 785-251-5522 TOKENS: Nightmare Festival will use token currency – $5 per token. The Nightmare on the Boulevard haunt will be 3 tokens (only $15!). There will be a second haunt for only 2 tokens and various other activities (like axe throwing, Nightmare on Wheels Escape Bus, Sleep Deprivation Experience, etc.) for 1 or 2 tokens.*Doors open at 6:45pm OPEN DATES & HOURSFriday, Oct 16: 7pm-10:30pmSaturday, Oct 17: 7pm-10:30pmSunday, Oct 18: 7pm-10:30pm Friday, Oct 23: 7pm-10:30pmSaturday, Oct 24: 7pm-10:30pmSunday, Oct 25: 7pm-10:30pm Friday, Oct 30: 7pm-10:30pmSaturday, Oct 31: 7pm-10:30pm (Blackout Night)

⚰️🔐 CRACK THE COFFIN AT KICKSTART! 🔐⚰️ Something is locked inside the coffin… and we’re not telling you what it is. 👀💀 Join us Friday, October 16th for CRACK THE COFFIN, an interactive Halloween mystery where you’ll have to follow the clues, solve the riddles and figure out the final combination before anyone else! 🔎 Clues released throughout the night🧩 Riddles & puzzles to solve🏮 Hidden hints around Kickstart🔐 One final combination⚰️ One locked coffin🏆 ONE WINNER The first clues drop at 7PM, but pay attention — the answer might be hiding right in front of you. 👀 Be the FIRST person to crack the code and you’ll take home whatever is waiting inside the coffin. 📅 FRIDAY • OCTOBER 16TH⏰ CLUES BEGIN AT 7PM📍 KICKSTART SALOON • NORTH TOPEKA ⚰️ WHAT’S IN THE COFFIN?There’s only one way to find out… CRACK IT. 💀🔐

Wind Ensemble Concert presented by Washburn University.

Villains Dance is a high-energy tribute band transports audiences back to the glory days of hard-hitting, anthemic arena rock from the 1980s. From the chest-thumping drums and dueling guitar solos to the towering synthesizer melodies and thunderous bass lines, these performers deliver the most iconic rock anthems of the genre with proper costuming, choreography and special effects to keep the everyone signing along and dancing.It transcends just music.It is entertainment. $10 Cover per person at door.

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=1782528479092733

What to expect at String Jam Musicians: Acoustic string musicians are welcome to join the jam, frequently we see musicians playing guitar, banjo, fiddle, cello, upright bass, and mandolin. Musicians gather on the stage after 12:45 pm, with each musician taking a turn choosing a song and the group “jamming” along with the familiar tune. We frequently hear bluegrass and older rock songs, with occasional calls for audience participation to join in the singing. Audience: Everyone is welcome to listen and enjoy the musicians – the audience is informal, inclusive and enthusiastic about gathering in community to enjoy live music together. Bring along your coloring or crafting, chat with others or borrow games from the shelf. While the vibe is lively and fun, many people look forward to listening to this community-made music on their Saturday afternoons. Arrive early to order lunch, a snack or drink. Cafe Quetzal is open from 8 am to 4 pm on Saturdays and features delicious breakfast and lunch items including quiche, muffins, fruit parfait, salads and sandwiches, grilled cheese, avocado toast, egg and cheese burritos, plus a variety of coffee drinks, teas, Italian cream sodas, fruit smoothies, and more. This free weekly event is hosted by Cafe Quetzal because music brings people together and Cafe Quetzal is a place for connection. https://www.facebook.com/events/1716219846341874/?event_time_id=1716219856341873

SYNOPSISA troupe of passionate (but not-quite-ready-for-prime-time) performers band together to create the greatest Hanukkah show there ever was…in just eight days! As the clock ticks and the candles burn, the Dreidel Players scramble to discover the true meaning of the season and bring a little light into the world. The result is a hilarious series of joyful, latke-scented sketches and scenes about all things Hanukkah – delivered tongue-in-cheek and hand-on-heart. ROLES (Expandable; 4 minimum)Gloria – passionate, maternal and a fan of matching T-shirts, she has formed the unlikely troupe to fulfill a mission: to create an enduring Hanukkah classic. Barbara – A grand dame of community theatre and Gloria’s real estate agent.She has sacrificed her 11-year run in A Christmas Carol to be part of Gloria’s dream, though she grows skeptical of their ability to pull it off. Walter – a self-doubting, self-published novelist and Gloria’s dentist. Simon – Gloria’s friend’s nephew and the only one to respond to her Facebook casting call.He brings an innocent, open-minded energy; also, not Jewish. Auditions will be on Saturday, October 17, from 1:00pm until 4:00pm in the Helen Hocker Rehearsal Hall (admin building). Auditioners are asked to schedule an audition appointment ahead of time by calling or emailing Kari Johnson, kari@topekacivictheatre.com, 785-251-5990. Scripts are currently available for check-out (a $10 deposit is required and returned when the script is returned.

Suicide is something that affects all of us, and we can all play a part in saving lives. Make a powerful difference in your community, and send a message of hope, by walking out of the darkness with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Garfield Park in Topeka, Kansas. Join others in spreading awareness and understanding through the Out of the Darkness Walks. Send the message that help is available, and that no one has to be alone. Funds raised will provide care and support for those who’ve lost loved ones to suicide, education programs, advocacy, and scientific research that will help us learn more about how to save lives from this leading cause of death.Together, we can stop suicide. Find a walk near you at OutoftheDarkness.org

Karl the Market Cat is turning 14.Come help us celebrate the best shop cat ever. Free popcorn, raffle prizes, cat on a shelf, 10% off storewide, limited edition Karl merchandise, cat swag bags with minimum purchase of $5…More details to come.

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

Clejan brings his Trap Violin Show to Topeka, KS for the first time. Don’t miss Clejan and special guest: DAMOYEE live in Topeka, at our updated venue, Tonix & Tunes!!! Clejan & Special Guest- DAMOYEE Live @ Tonix & Tunes: Bar and Lounge Clejan is a boundary-breaking artist from Atlanta, GA , who fuses heavy-hitting trap music with the elegance of the violin. A classically trained violinist since age 3, he has independently released over 100 original songs and built a global audience of millions as @thetrapviolinist. This journey has led him to share stages with legends like Snoop Dogg, Busta Rhymes, and Demi Lovato, as well as completely sell out his first three cross country tours. Today he's back on the road, bringing a raw hip-hop energy and virtuosic performance together like no one else in the world. Listen closely - it will light your inner fire. Get your tickets while you can & be a part of our first ever Topeka show! ALL AGES SHOW MEET & GREETS AFTER THE SHOW INCLUDED WITH TICKET PURCHASE TEXT CLEJAN FOR EXCLUSIVE SHOW INFO/UPDATES: 213-634-8955 Clejan VIP Experience info here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdu2ZswbVx11K3h1CjPmmCFr3nfNWG5VQB_JgCJgR29zVC_gA/viewform?usp=header CLEJAN MERCH: https://clejan-merch.myshopify.com/ (exclusive merch available at the shows) Clejan Backstage Passes available on my Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/clejan/membership The optional theme is VIKING / SHIELDMAIDEN - or wear what makes you feel powerful DAMOYEE DAMOYEE is an award-winning singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, composer, producer, and live streamer from Dallas, TX who is known for her remarkable musicianship, evocative lyricism, luminous voice, and sonic versatility. Born with the rare gift of absolute pitch, she began playing piano at the age of two, performing original music at age 10, and quickly built a reputation for immersive live performances built through layered instrumentation and vocal harmonies. Her 2019 album The Whole Truth charted internationally and earned recognition from Dallas Observer and Central Track, while her 2024 project PURPLEXED explored vulnerability, self-discovery, and coming of age through autobiographical storytelling and atmospheric production. DAMOYEE has received acclaim from GRAMMYs, NPR, Entertainment Weekly, EBONY, American Songwriter, PAPER, Consequence, and FLOOD. She has performed at festivals including New Orleans Jazz Fest and Gov Ball, and collaborated with artists such as Bryson Tiller and DC The Don. Her music and compositions have also been featured in partnerships with brands including TikTok, Meta, Coca-Cola, AT&T, FX x Hulu, Cartoon Network, Walgreens, Bose, and Roland. Her vivid blend of classical training, jazz fluency, soulful vocals, folk intimacy, and experimental production places her at the forefront of modern independent music.

Bring the whole family for an unforgettable afternoon of Halloween fun! 🎃✨ Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 17th from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM and grab the kids, put on your best costumes, and join us for our annual Trunk or Treat! We’re bringing the ultimate neighborhood Halloween experience all to one spot—safe, easy, and packed with excitement for all ages! 🚒 WHAT TO EXPECT:🍬 Trunk-or-Treating: Dozens of creatively decorated trunks loaded with free treats & candy!🚒 Touch-A-Truck: Explore a real, live FIRETRUCK up close!🥤 Poppin’ Squeeze Lemonade: Refreshing treats available on-site!🎭 Special Character Meet & Greets: Snag photos with our costume character guests!📸 Costumes Encouraged: Wear your favorite Halloween outfit! 📍 WHERE: 2201 SW Urish Rd, Topeka, KS 66614 🗓 WHEN: Saturday, October 17th | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM 🎟 ADMISSION: FREE! 📢 HELP US SPREAD THE WORD: Click “Going” or “Interested” to receive event updates, and share this event with your friends, family, and neighbors! We can’t wait to see all the spooky, funny, and awesome costumes. See you there! 👻

After months of dreaming, planning, baking, building, and putting so much love into this little space, we’re finally ready to open the doors to H&A Sourdough Bakery

**Doors at 4pm, show at 5pm** Clejan is a boundary-breaking artist from Atlanta, GA , who fuses heavy-hitting trap music with the elegance of the violin. A classically trained violinist since age 3, he has independently released over 100 original songs and built a global audience of millions as @thetrapviolinist. This journey has led him to share stages with legends like Snoop Dogg, Busta Rhymes, and Demi Lovato, as well as completely sell out his first three cross country tours. Today he’s back on the road, bringing a raw hip-hop energy and virtuosic performance together like no one else in the world. Listen closely – it will light your inner fire. DAMOYEE DAMOYEE is an award-winning singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, composer, producer, and live streamer from Dallas, TX who is known for her remarkable musicianship, evocative lyricism, luminous voice, and sonic versatility. Born with the rare gift of absolute pitch, she began playing piano at the age of two, performing original music at age 10, and quickly built a reputation for immersive live performances built through layered instrumentation and vocal harmonies. Her 2019 album The Whole Truth charted internationally and earned recognition from Dallas Observer and Central Track, while her 2024 project PURPLEXED explored vulnerability, self-discovery, and coming of age through autobiographical storytelling and atmospheric production. DAMOYEE has received acclaim from GRAMMYs, NPR, Entertainment Weekly, EBONY, American Songwriter, PAPER, Consequence, and FLOOD. She has performed at festivals including New Orleans Jazz Fest and Gov Ball, and collaborated with artists such as Bryson Tiller and DC The Don. Her music and compositions have also been featured in partnerships with brands including TikTok, Meta, Coca-Cola, AT&T, FX x Hulu, Cartoon Network, Walgreens, Bose, and Roland. Her vivid blend of classical training, jazz fluency, soulful vocals, folk intimacy, and experimental production places her at the forefront of modern independent music. Get your tickets while you can & be a part of our first ever Topeka show! MEET & GREETS AFTER THE SHOW INCLUDED WITH TICKET PURCHASE TEXT CLEJAN FOR EXCLUSIVE SHOW INFO/UPDATES: 213-634-8955 The optional theme is VIKING / SHIELDMAIDEN – or wear what makes you feel powerful

East Topeka Senior Center annual fundraiser. Topeka seniors compete to see who can raise the most money with ads and ticket sales to be crowned King or Queen. Dinner, music, silent auction, raffles. tickets $25

An evening of Dueling Pianos, elegant bites & spirited fun—all for a great cause: Junior League of Topeka. Dueling Pianos: Party With A Purpose Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Cyrus Hotel, Topeka, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, located on South Kansas Avenue in Topeka, KS, USA. Experience the excitement of Dueling Pianos live on October 17, 2026, starting at 6:00 PM. This in-person event will take place on October 17, 2026 at 6:00 PM (Central Time). Don’t miss this unique opportunity to enjoy great music and support a meaningful cause. $20 from each ticket sold goes to support Junior League of Topeka! Founded in 1937, the Junior League of Topeka cultivates leaders who collectively address the critical needs in our community. “By empowering women and providing valuable leadership training, we are giving local women the tools to get involved, put their talents to work, and positively impact the communities of Shawnee County.” Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Cyrus Hotel, Topeka, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, located on South Kansas Avenue in Topeka, KS, USA. Experience the excitement of Dueling Pianos live on October 17, 2026, starting at 7:00 PM. Doors at 6 PM | Dueling Pianos at 7 PM Come Dressed to ImpressHalloween Costume Contest Heavy Hors d’Oeuvres • Cash Bar This in-person event will take place on October 17, 2026 at 6:00 PM (Central Time). Don’t miss this unique opportunity to enjoy great music and support a meaningful cause.

🎤🎃 COSTUMES + KARAOKE + COMMUNITY = A PARTY YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS! 🎃🎤 Get ready for a fun night of music, laughter, costumes, and community as Kansas Avenue UMC hosts a Family-Friendly Costume Karaoke Party! This is a FREE community outreach & everyone is invited! No admission. No pressure. You don’t have to be a member of the church & we won’t judge your singing skills. 😉 👻 WHAT TO EXPECT:🎤 Karaoke — sing along or just enjoy the show!🎃 Costumes — dress up if you want to!🍕 Food & refreshments🎶 Music, laughter & plenty of fun❤️ A chance to connect with friends, neighbors, & our community Costumes & karaoke participation are optional. But trust us… You won’t want to miss the fun of being there! 😄 Come dressed up or come as you are.Grab the mic or cheer & sing along from the audience.Bring your friends, bring your family & come enjoy a night together! 🎤🎃 EVERYONE IS WELCOME! 🎃🎤 We can’t wait to see you there!

YOU ASKED FOR IT YOU GOT IT Join us for an unforgettable night of live music and entertainment at Arab Shriners Oct Fest Dance Topeka, Ks Saturday Oct 17, 2026, our show starts at 6:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M. COME EARLY FOR DRINKS & FOOD We Are looking forward to seeing you all! Get ready to groove too Delta Haze band with their incredible talent and infectious energy, this powerhouse Variety band will have you dancing and singing along all night long. We’ll be playing tunes from Many of your favorite artists. 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 at Arab Shriners Oct Fest Dance Topeka, Ks for a night of unforgettable live music with Delta Haze! OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

COME HAVE FUN WIT ROCK STEADY@AMERICAN LEGION POST 400, TOPEKA, KS, SATURDAY 10/24, 7-11pm

🎸🤘 GET READY TO ROCK, TOPEKA! 🤘🎸 Saturday, October 17th, we’re turning up the volume and taking you back to the greatest era of rock! 🔥 ROCK PARTY LIVE AT HAPPY BASSET! 🔥 These guys bring the classics that made the ’70s and ’80s legendary. Expect big guitar riffs, unforgettable anthems, and all the rock ‘n’ roll hits you know and love! 🎶 Classic Rock from the ’70s & ’80s 📅 Saturday, October 17th ⏰ 8 PM 🎟️ $10 Cover Grab your crew, throw on your favorite band tee, and get ready to sing along, dance, and ROCK THE NIGHT AWAY! 🍺 Cold beer, good food, and a whole lotta rock ‘n’ roll await! #HappyBassetBrewing #RockParty #LiveMusic #ClassicRock #70sRock #80sRock #TopekaLiveMusic #BrewingBeersForDogsBestFriend

WE’RE BACK ON THE ROAD COURSE! 🔥🏁 After everything it took to get us back out there, we’re excited to announce that Kansas Region SCCA is returning to Darana Heartland Motorsports Park for TWO MORE AUTOCROSS EVENTS in 2026! And this time, we’re going to make things even more interesting. 👀t.🔄 OCTOBER 17–18, 2026DOUBLE-HEADER WEEKEND We’re planning something a little different for October…We’re looking at running the road course BACKWARDS! 😈That means starting around Turn 7 and working our way toward Turn 1, giving everyone a completely different perspective and a brand-new challenge. Registration for the October 17–18 double-header will be opening very soon, so keep an eye out for the announcement! Whether you came out for our first event or missed it, this is another chance to experience something pretty special: AUTOCROSS ON THE DARANA HEARTLAND PARK ROAD COURSE.Two events. Two different layouts. One legendary track. 🏁 September 19🏁 October 17 & 18 The track is back. Let’s go racing! See less

👙🔥 BOO-BSTACULAR BURNING OF THE BRAS! 🔥👙 We’re turning one of Kickstart’s old event into a chance to help someone in our community. ❤️ On Saturday, October 17, we’re taking down the bras hanging from the ceiling and sending them off in a blaze of glory! 🔥 👙 Pick a bra from the ceiling💵 $5 suggested donation per bra burned❤️ 100% of the proceeds will go to Darlene Lillo’s niece, Sydney, to help with living and other expenses following an unexpected family loss. Her family has come together to cover the funeral expenses, and now we want to help Sydney with the expenses that come with picking up the pieces and moving forward. ❤️ And of course, we’re making a night of it! 🎸 LIVE MUSIC BY ATOMIC COWBOYZ🔥 Starting at 8PM! 👻 Halloween vibes🍻 Cold drinks🎶 Live music👙 A whole lot of bras going up in flames❤️ And one really great cause 📅 SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17📍 KICKSTART SALOON • NORTH TOPEKA Whether you donate $5, burn a few bras, throw a little extra in the bucket or simply come out to show your support — every dollar makes a difference. ❤️ 🔥 LET’S CLEAR THAT CEILING & HELP SYDNEY MOVE FORWARD! 🔥 Share this one, bring your crew & come help us pack Kickstart for Sydney! ❤️

PianoFest is a piano festival in Topeka that celebrates group learning through workshops and clinics for students grades 1 - 12. Priority registration deadline: Oct. 11, 2026 by 11:59 p.m. www.washburn.edu/music-camps

SAVE THE DATE — OCTOBER 17, 2026 Ride into Fall with a Gravel Triple in October! In 2026 The Breakaway will be sandwiched right between Lap the Lake and the Maple Leaf Gravel Grinder! Whether you’re coming to take the top spot from this year’s podium finishers or just looking to cruise and have a great time with friends, we’re excited to have you back for The Breakaway. Mark your calendar and get ready to ride.More details coming soon!

🎉🐾 BINGO at Happy Basset! 🐾🎉 Join us THIS SUNDAY @ 1PM 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

Kansas Music Educators Association (KMEA) Trumpet All-State Band & Orchestra Workshop to be held at the Hurd Recital Hall. Contact: Coleman Scott, assistant professor coleman.scott@washburn.edu

This Kansas City band BURNS! Stanley Sheldon’s Rhythm Republic brings the heat with Salsa, Afro-Cuban, Mambo, Cha Cha, Bolero and more, drawn from the jazz traditions of Cuba, Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic. Expect to hear music made famous by giants like Poncho Sanchez, Eddie Palmieri, Chucho Valdés and Tito Puente, woven together with originals from a group of musicians who bring decades of combined experience playing — and sharing — this vibrant music. It’s an afternoon of rhythm, fire and pure joy in the intimate setting of TPAC’s Festival Hall.

🎶 Join Us for an Echoes of Healing Sound Bath!🎶 What better way to calm your nerves than to surround yourself in vibrational sound frequencies! Location: Body Heart and Sole 3115 SW Huntoon St Topeka, KS🎄 🌸surround yourself in the soothing & healing frequencies of crystal bowls. It’s the perfect way to RESET with a blend of self care, calm, and clarity! ✨ Benefits of Sound Healing:– Reduces stress and anxiety– Promotes deep relaxation– Enhances mental clarity– Supports emotional release– Boosts overall well-being Bring your mat and/or a blanket and get ready to RESET your nervous system! We have mats and props in studio also. $25 per person or buy a package of 5 for $100🌸See you there! 🌟Please RSVP to save your spot!#SoundHealing #WellnessEvent #EchosOfHealingText Kylie at 785-250-4361🍂

DEUCE ALLEY PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS MICRO MAIDENS THE SHOW LIVESUNDAY OCTOBER 18TH 2026 Doors Open @ 7PM show @ 8PM till 10PM. THE WOODSHED EVENT CENTER1901 N KANSAS AVETOPEKA,KS 66608Show and Ticket Info 785-969-7879 ONLINE TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASEDhttps://holdmyticket.com/tickets/464757 $30.00 EARLY BIRD SPECIAL GENERAL ADMISSION$50.00 GENERAL ADMISSION PLUS PICTURE$80.00 VIP ADMISSION MEET & GREET ADMIT (1)$80.00 RESERVED TABLE ADMIT (2)$100.00 FRONT ROW SEATING ADMIT (1)$100.00 THE BUNDLE ADMIT (5)$160.00 RESERVED TABLE ADMIT (4)

Get Excited: The World’s First AND Only Short Girl Dancer Show is coming to town! ️Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/topeka-ks-micro-maidens-the-show-the-woodshed-event-center-tickets-1994473048578?aff=fbevent It’s dance! It’s comedy! It’s audience interaction, acting, choreography, and larger than life personalities all wrapped up into one crazy party! ⭐ The original. The one that started it all. There is nothing else like Micro Maidens anywhere in the world. A full 3-hour live experience – this isn’t a 30-minute novelty act!Featuring an all-female cast ranging from just 2’10” to 4’12”, every performer brings her own unique height AND size! Meet internationally recognized performers featuring fan favorites including:• Bridget Powerz – seen on television and in major films• Sassee Cassee – the world’s shortest professional dancer at just 2’10”• Lila Hart – nationally touring stand-up comedian and crowd favorite• JJ – As seen on TLC’s “Little Women” and “Little Singles”• Plus an incredible rotating cast of celebrity guests, influencers, and performers. ️ Tickets frequently sell out before show day AND we run out of availability! Bring cash!Many guests enjoy tipping the performers and participating during interactive portions of the show. Be sure to come prepared as ATMs at venues are often run out of cash before showtime, AND banks in town have run out of singles for this show! Interactive VIP experiences availableThroughout the evening you’ll have opportunities to purchase dances for yourself or your friends. Watch the official trailer before you go:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_CZF6FJAKvA NO REFUNDS UNLESS THE SHOW IS CANCELED

🌞 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 🎯🍺

Join us for the first session of this new event series at the Mulvane-Art Chats: "A Closer look at ICONIC: Sports Photography by Walter Looss Jr." Michael Allen, Exhibition Coordinator at the Mulvane, will join Washburn University professor Kara Kendall-Morwick and photographer and photojournalist Nick Krug for a discussion of three photographs in the exhibition. We'll discuss photographs featuring sports icons Dwight Clark, Serena Williams, and Yogi Berra.

THIS IS OUR TRADITIONAL KICKOFF EVENT with all the goodies and worksheets and stickers and buttons and the 2026 November calendar and handouts and the NaNoRhino and YOU and the friends you bring and the GROUP DARE and ALL OF THE THINGS that make Topeka Wrimos our favorite way to spend November writing novels together. Also I’ll make a zoom link closer to the event and share it if you want to join us in video-connection-spirit. Also I can make participant packs for people to pick up other times, make sure to message if you need that and let me know which parts you prioritize for yourself to help you write the November thing!