Topeka Events & Things to Do

Ever want to learn the art of beautiful handwriting? If so, join Sip & Script for a fun Modern Calligraphy Class for beginners at World Cup. No experience needed. During the 90 minute class you will learn the basic strokes of modern calligraphy to create beautiful lettering of your own. You will receive a beginner’s kit to use during class and it’s yours to take home. Use this new hobby for your own DIY projects, holiday decor, gifting, etc. Don’t miss out on the great food and atmosphere at World Cup. Scan QR code to grab your ticket.

Join us for Halloween Cosmic, a family-friendly Halloween event packed with bowling, costumes, candy, and plenty of fun under the cosmic lights! 📅 October 24th | 1:00–4:00 PM🎟️ $14.99 per person Your admission includes: 🎳 Cosmic Bowling🍬 Trick or Treat Lane — trick-or-treat throughout the center! A treat bag is included.👻 Costume Contests — come dressed to impress and show off your Halloween look!🎃 Halloween fun for the whole family Space is limited — reservations are strongly encouraged. 📞 Reserve your spot: 785-273-3333📍 West Ridge Lanes & Family Fun Center1938 SW Westport Dr., Topeka, KS 66604

Come have some fun making decorated holiday spice tins.$6.00 covers all instruction and materials and you go home with a super cute holiday spice tin. You must preregister to reserve your spot and classes do fill up fast.We are open 10am-5pm Tues-Fri and 10-4 Sat

Tap into your creative flow by exploring the ancient technique of watercolor and ink with artist Becki Waugh. Inspired by the current exhibition “71%: Picturing Waterways,” you will explore The Blue Mind Theory, nature as artistic inspiration, meditative sketching, and simple watercolor application. This workshop is ideal for beginners or experienced artists. Join us to create art inspired by our waterways! All materials are supplied.Registration is $30. Learn more about this workshop and register here:https://www.mulvaneartmuseum.org/calendar/2026/10/Watercolor-Ink-Workshop-with-Becki-Waugh.html

Historic Old Town Neighborhood Families are invited to explore our very own Vigilance Martial Arts studio! This free event is designed for ages 4 to 11 to joyfully explore their strength, build focus, and increase confidence in physical abilities through principles of taekwondo. Participants will receive a keepsake at the end of the experience. Families must sign up each child individually to ensure we do not exceed the maximum capacity limit (25 participants). Families outside of Historic Old Town who would like to be waitlisted for openings may email informhistoricoldtownnia@gmail.com. We cannot guarantee spots, but we will do what we can to accommodate those in the neighborhoods nearby (including Elmhurst, Ward-Meade, and Norton).

Something wicked is coming to Cosmos Court…and this time, the horror comes with heels, attitude, and a whole lot of fabulousness! Join MsAmanda Love for a night of spooky fun, fierce performances, laughs, and just the right amount of trouble. Gather your friends, get yourself ready for a night you won’t forget, and prepare to see what happens when horror comes before the storm! Featuring a killer cast:• Lil Kim Chi • KITTEN• Jeni Tonic • Abra Cadaver Come for the scares. Stay for the performances. Just don’t get caught alone in the dark…THE DRAGXORCIST: “The HORROR Before the Storm” Are you ready to be possessed by the entertainment? • Saturday, October 24th • 10:00 PM • Cosmos Court 909 S. KS Ave • $15 Per Person • 18 & Up to Enter

Join Compass Point, home of Dirty Girl Adventures, for the Fourth SEASONAL Hike on the Konza Prairie in 2026! For 2026, we’ve been on a mission to visit the Konza Prairie Biological Station in all four seasons. Our goal is to deepen our Prairie experience and knowledge by intentionally observing and embracing the prairie’s beauty every season of the year. This is our fourth seasonal hike and we expect to see all the signs of fall! The prairie is beautiful year-round, in October we expect to see the prairie changing to all the hues of fall. Plan to join us: Meet-up: 10:30am at the Konza Prairie parking lot The Hike:We will choose the distance on the day of the hike. There are three loop options, ranging from 1.5 to 6.6 miles—perfect for tailoring to conditions and preferences. Post-hike we plan to venture to out for late local lunch. Come share the journey as we intentionally visit, observe, and compare the distinct seasons of the Konza in 2026! Where: Check in at the Konza Prairie Trail parking area (specific directions will be emailed 24 hours before the event) What: Guided group hiking with information about the trails and the local flora and fauna. Bring/Wear: Watch the weather, hat, bandana, trekking poles, shoes with good tread. BUG SPRAY! BRING YOUR CAMERA! Regular cost: $30Club cost: $25 Registration, Benefits, and SafetyYour registration fee ensures a professionally organized and guided event by Dirty Girl Adventures, LLC. This includes a knowledgeable guide service with both a lead and sweep guide, comprehensive trail support (first aid, safety monitoring, pacing), and docent information about the environment and locale. We prioritize your safety by continuously monitoring weather and conditions. Refund PolicyFull refunds are available if requested via email to adventure@dirtygirladventures.net up to two weeks before the event. No refunds are provided after this two-week deadline. Dirty Girl Adventures reserves the right to cancel an event only in cases of severe weather or dangerous conditions, in which case all participants will receive a full refund. Note that we typically proceed with events in cool, rainy, or snowy conditions.

🎃 Ghost(ly) peppers are approaching the Post 8 hangar and it smells like aviation-grade chili! 🌶️👻 Join us 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟒, from 11 AM–3 PM for Aviation Explorer Post 8’s Haunted Chili Fundraiser at Philip-Billard Airport! 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝.You do not have to be a pilot, Explorer, or chili chef to come aboard.Walk in, drive in, or fly in — 𝕁u𝕤t bring your appetite and prepare to judge frightfully good chili entries. 🌶️ 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐄 𝐄𝐀𝐓 & 𝐉𝐔𝐃𝐆𝐄 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐂𝐇𝐈𝐋𝐈! Suggested Donations:Adults: $10, Kids: $5 Your admission lets you sample the chili and help support nearly 75 years of youth aviation education at Post 8.One door prize will be awarded for 18+ for sharing your email with us for future events. There will also be cinnamon rolls available for purchase, and you can bring a few extra dollars to purchase “𝘣𝘳𝘪𝘣𝘦 vote tickets” to help your favorite chili climb altitude.Three teams collecting the most votes will earn prizes and chili bragging rights until next year (results will be shared on-line!).Prizes include orientation flights over Topeka! 🎃 𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐍𝐊 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐂𝐇𝐈𝐋𝐈 𝐈𝐒 𝐂𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐓𝐀𝐊𝐄𝐎𝐅𝐅? We are still seeking chili teams to compete!🏆$150+ value for third place, $200+ for first place. Whether you are a seasoned chili champion, a first-time competitor, or someone whose crockpot has been collecting dust in a plane hangar, you can still enter. Your cauldron of chili is the entry competition fee.We simply ask each team to provide at least 𝟓 𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢 so there is enough for everyone to judge.Food safety rules also posted on the entry site (we DO NOT want zombies or exorcisms upon leaving our hangar!). Team spots are limited, so register by 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟖 and we’ll email you all the flight-plan details. 👉Enter your chili team:https://hangar.post8.org/chili/ Prizes for our top three chili teams are also listed on the registration page. ✈️ 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐆 𝐄𝐀𝐆𝐋𝐄𝐒 𝐅𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐒! Thanks to our friends at Top City Aviators (EAA Chapter 1693), youth ages 8 to 17 may experience a Young Eagles orientation flight during the event, weather and volunteer pilots permitting. Flight Pre-registration is encouraged:https://eaachapters.org/event-details/YE4180GKT 🎟️ 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐉𝐔𝐃𝐆𝐄𝐒 𝐂𝐀𝐍 𝐖𝐈𝐍! We’ll also draw for a $𝟐𝟓 𝐝𝐨𝐨𝐫 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐳𝐞 for our chili-judging patrons. Participants must be 18 or older to be eligible for the drawing. Aviation Explorer Post 8 has been part of the Topeka community for nearly 75 years and is 100% 𝘷𝘰𝘭𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘦𝘳-𝘳𝘶𝘯.Proceeds from the Haunted Chili Fundraiser help us continue providing aviation education, experiences, and opportunities for local teens interested in flying, aircraft, and aviation careers. Whether you: 🌶️ make legendary chili; ✈️ have a child interested in a Young Eagles flight; 🎃 want something fun to do the weekend before Halloween; 🥄 believe chili tastes better when you didn’t make it…We’d love to have you at the hangar! 📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026⏰ 11 am — ending at 3 pm. Young Eagles flights end at 2pm.🎃 Building 15, Philip-Billard Airport (KTOP), Topeka, Kansas (GPS address in calendar invite) Set a calendar reminder, get the address, and follow the countdown from a calendar here:https://hangar.post8.org/events/chili/ 👻✈️𝒯𝒽𝑒 𝒻𝓁𝒾𝑔𝒽𝓉𝓈 𝓈𝒽𝑜𝓊𝓁𝒹𝓃’𝓉 𝒷𝑒 𝓈𝒸𝒶𝓇𝓎.Chili containing GHOST peppers may not have received the same flight safety briefing.

The Topeka Vendors Market is turning a year older, and we’re throwing a Fall Festival to celebrate! 🍁🤎 Join us for an afternoon full of autumn fun, local shopping, and birthday cheer! Here’s what’s in store:🚚 Delicious local Food Trucks🎁 Exciting Giveaways🍬 Sweet Treats🎨 Handcrafted Goods & Crafts…and so much more! Bring your family, bring your friends, and come party with us! Let’s make this birthday one to remember. See you there! 🎉🧡

Move and groove with children’s musician Kyler Carpenter on Saturday at noon at the Kansas Children’s Discovery Center. This interactive performance features acoustic guitar, playful songs, and plenty of opportunities for dancing and movement, inviting children and caregivers to sing, dance, and experience the joy of making music together. Regular admission applies, which is $11 for adults and children, $10 for seniors over 65, 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! https://www.facebook.com/events/4460338034206971/?event_time_id=4460338044206970

Bone Appétit 2026 — A Benefit for the Animals of HHHSSaturday, October 24, 2026Prairie Band Casino & ResortTickets on sale fall of 2026 Join us for an unforgettable evening in support of the pets at Helping Hands Humane Society! Bone Appétit is back and better than ever — with a new date and the same great cause! Enjoy a gourmet dinner, live auction, heartwarming stories, and a celebration of the lifesaving work we do every day. Our emcee for the evening, the always-wonderful WIBW’s Melissa Brunner Brown, will help guide us through a night filled with inspiration and generosity. 100% of event proceeds benefit the animals at <a href="http://HHHS.Past” target=”_blank” title=”HHHS.Past”>HHHS.Past events have sold out — mark your calendars now!Watch this page or visit hhhstopeka.org/boneappetit for updates. Let’s raise our glasses (and our paddles) for the pets who need us most. We can’t wait to see you there!

Where your best costume and join us for candy, games, and tons of Halloween fun!!!

This year we will feature three short films followed by refreshments and discussion. The films include: • Buddha, Enlightened One: The Historical Facts, by Peoples Profile Documentary, 1 hr. 5 mins. • Zoroastrianism; The ancient Faith that Shaped the Modern Religions, by Book of World History Documentary, 17 minutes. • The Entire History of Zoroastrianism: The Forgotten World Religion, by History Space Documentary. 28 minutes.

🎃👻 TEC TRUNK OR TREAT + OPEN GYM! 👻🎃 A spooky storm is rolling into TEC! 🌪️ Join us for an afternoon of costumes, candy, decorated trunks, friendly competition and FUN at Topeka Elite Cheer! 📅 Saturday, October 24⏰ 3:00–6:00 PM📍 Topeka Elite Cheer6260 SW 9th Terrace | Topeka, KS 🍬 TRUNK OR TREAT — FREE & OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY! Grab your costumes and candy buckets and come trick-or-treat through our TEC team trunks! You do NOT have to be a current TEC athlete to attend—friends, family and community members are all welcome! 🌪️ THE TEC TEAM TRUNK CHALLENGE There’s a little friendly competition happening, too! 👀 Each of our weather-themed TEC teams is creating a Halloween trunk inspired by their team name. You’ll get to check them all out and VOTE for your favorite! 🏆 The team with the most votes wins a PIZZA PARTY AT PRACTICE! 🍕 🤸 TRUNK OR TREAT OPEN GYM | 3:00–6:00 PM Want to keep the fun going? We’ll also have a special Open Gym happening INSIDE TEC throughout the event! Open Gym does require registration, and spots are limited. 🎟️ Secure your Open Gym spot:go.topekaelitecheer.com/opengym 🎃 Wear your costume🍬 Bring your candy bucket👻 Trick-or-treat through the trunks🗳️ Vote for your favorite TEC team🤸 Join us for Open Gym🩵 Invite your friends & family! Trunk or Treat is completely FREE—just come have some Halloween fun with us! Hit GOING, invite your friends and SHARE the event so we can make our first TEC Trunk or Treat a big one! 🎃🌪️🩵

🍕 Pizza🍬 Candy👻 Costumes🏆 Prizes🎃 Lots of Halloween fun! Come dressed in your best costume and bring the whole family! We can’t wait to celebrate with our clients, friends, and community. 🧡🖤

Save The Date! Join us for The DK Impact’s 2nd Annual Sneaker Ball, our signature fundraising event benefiting children and families impacted by childhood cancer. Get ready for an unforgettable celebration featuring great food, entertainment, raffles, and opportunities to make a lasting impact in our community. Saturday, September 26, 2026 Event time: To Be Announced !!!! We’re putting the finishing touches on this year’s event to create the best possible experience for our guests. 🎟️ Ticket Information and sponsorship opportunities will be announced soon! Click “Interested” or “Going” to be the first to receive updates on: * Ticket release* Event Details* Time* Entertainment* Special announcements Thank you for supporting The DK Impact as we continue our mission.To provide critical emotional and financial support to families navigating the unimaginable journey of childhood cancer through emotional support, financial assistance, and meaningful community engagement.

Join me and Mike’s Place for our first parking lot party benefiting local K-9 unit on October 24, 2026 from 6-11 pm. 1920’s theme costume party. Bands, BBQ Pork Sandwiches, Burgers,raffles and 50/50raffle. We are looking for donations for the raffle.

We are having a FREE Admission Parking Lot Party with live music at Mike’s Place to celebrate the 1920’s and benefit for a local K-9 unit. This is a 1920’s costume party and we encourage you to dress up in 1920’s apparel. Music will start at 6PM and will feature Dolsky, Sophia J and Happy Accident. We will be serving BBQ Pork and Burgers. We will also be doing a raffle for prizes and a 50/50 raffle. All ages welcome.

🎃 Haunted Hallway 2026 🎃 Topeka families—mark your calendars for some family-friendly spooky, free fun! 👻🍬 The Community Resources Council @ Lundgren presents our 2026 Haunted Hallway! We are throwing open the doors for a safe, indoor trick-or-treat experience, and we want to see the whole neighborhood there and more! Bring the kids out for tons of candy, spooky hallway decorations, and lots of laughs. 🕸️👇 📅 When: Saturday, October 24th from 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM📍 Where: 1020 NE Forest Ave., Topeka, KS 66616🚪 Finding Us: The entrance is located on the NW corner of the building right by the BIG WHITE SIGN!💰 Cost: Completely FREE! All ages are welcome. Come as you are, or come dressed up in your favorite Halloween costume! 🦸‍♂️🧛‍♀️🧙‍♀️ Let’s pack the hallway and make this an incredible night for our local community! 👉 What is your family dressing up as this year? Drop your costume ideas in the discussion area, and hit SHARE to invite your friends and neighbors! 👇

The Wood Valley Pickers deliver a festive blend of bluegrass, folk, country and rock music done in a bluegrass American roots style. Their tight vocal harmonies and upbeat stage presence ensure an outstanding performance of musical talent. Join us for an energetic and exciting night of food, drinks and bluegrass!

🎸🔥 LIVE MUSIC SATURDAY AT HAPPY BASSET! 🔥🎸 We’re excited to welcome the Steven Hiatt Band to the Barrel House for a night of gritty blues, classic rock, and good old-fashioned rock ‘n’ roll! And there’s an extra reason we’re excited about this one… 🐾 Lead singer and guitarist Steven Hiatt is a proud Basset Hound dad and is currently on his THIRD Basset, Winston! ❤️🐶 Needless to say, we already like him. 😉 The Steven Hiatt Band brings a high-energy power trio sound inspired by legends like Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and the Allman Brothers. Expect driving blues, electric guitar, big grooves, and four hours of music that’ll have you tapping your toes, singing along, and hitting the dance floor! 🎸 Steven Hiatt Band 🎶 Classic Rock • Blues • Rock ‘n’ Roll 📅 Saturday, October 24th ⏰ 7:30 PM – 11:30 PM 🎟️ $5 Cover Grab your friends, grab a cold Happy Basset brew, order some Basset Bites, and settle in for a Saturday night full of great live blues and rock! And who knows… Winston might just approve of your choice in beer. 🐾🍺 4 HOURS. LIVE MUSIC. $5 COVER. ZERO EXCUSES. We’ll see you Saturday! 🎸🍻 #HappyBassetBrewing #StevenHiattBand #LiveMusic #LiveBlues #BluesMusic #ClassicRock #RockAndRoll #TopekaLiveMusic #TopekaKS #TopekaEvents #SaturdayNight #BassetBites #CraftBeer #BrewingBeersForDogsBestFriend

The Bishops return to KC for a second time this year! What is this, 2017? 1997? We’ll be joined by KC’s own Eradicats, plus those truly groovy Dub Vendors and our ol’ pal Lone Stranger!!

🎃 Avenue Market at Evergy Plaza is getting SPOOKY!👻 Join us Saturday, October 24 from 8:30 AM–1:00 PM for a Halloween-themed Avenue Market. SHOPPINGWe’ll have more than 40 local vendors filling the market with boutiques, apparel, accessories, art, handmade goods, spices, specialty foods, gifts, and plenty more. Bring the kids along! Select vendors throughout the market will be handing out candy, so costumes are definitely encouraged. PUMPKIN CARVING CONTEST 9am-10am Think you can carve the best pumpkin in Topeka? Put your skills to the test for a chance at $500 in total prize money!(registration link coming soon) -Free to participate-Limit 30 contestants-Must use Evergy Plaza provided simple carving kits-Must be finished by the designated bell time-Graded on by judges on Craftmanship, Creativity/Originality, Visual impact-Must leave at Evergy Plaza for one night 1st Place — $3002nd Place — $1003rd Place — $504th Place — $255th Place — $25 SPOOKY BINGO 10am-11amTake a break from shopping and join us for a Halloween twist on Bingo! We’ll provide the cards, and prizes will be items from different vendors at the market. LIVE ENTERTAINMENT 11am-12:30pmHaunts and Hearts will be bringing the excitement with a Halloween tailored setlist! COME HUNGRYWe’ll also have a great lineup of food trucks and food vendors: PretzellyCooking with MikeJLG Mexi-QPoppin Mini’sDulce Vida Gourmet CafeNettie’s Roadhouse Diner Come shop local and enjoy a Halloween-themed Saturday morning in Downtown Topeka!

Gather your ghoul-friends, little ghosts, and goblins: all are invited to enjoy a fang-tastic, safe Halloween event with activities for all ages!

Gather your ghoul-friends, little ghosts, and goblins: all are invited to enjoy a fang-tastic, safe Halloween event with activities for all ages!

JOIN US for the Zoo’s most popular event of the year — Boo at the Zoo, presented by FIT Excavating! 👻🎃 Get ready for a family-friendly night of trick-or-treating, costumes, candy and plenty of Halloween fun! Over 40 vendors will line the Zoo pathways, passing out treats to visitors. We can’t wait to see you dressed in your best costume! 🍭 🎟️ Best of all, Boo at the Zoo is included with General Admission! Friends of the Topeka Zoo members get in FREE, plus members have access to a dedicated entry line to help make getting into the Zoo even easier. Make sure your membership is up to date before your visit! Purchase or renew your membership: https://topekazoo.org/membership/ And the Halloween fun isn’t just for our guests — our animals will be receiving special treats, too! 🐈‍⬛🍬 Come celebrate Halloween with us at Boo at the Zoo! 🕷️🕸️

See artist April Lemon of More Than Lemons from Holton, KS, at work in her mobile hot shop! Stop by to watch her create, ask questions and get a behind-the-scenes look at the art of glassblowing. April will spend the day at the library creating new work and giving visitors a chance to see the glassblowing process up close. Stop by to watch her work, ask questions, see pieces as they take shape, and learn more about the tools and techniques she uses. This is part of our Artist @ Work series, which gives visitors a chance to see an artist in the middle of the creative process—not just the finished work. Come for a few minutes or stay awhile and see what April is working on! This program is made possible in part by The Library Foundation through contributions from the Sabatini Family Foundation.

COSTUME CONTEST CONCERT

Young professionals are always being asked to do more. BRUNCH 🧘‍♀️ ASANA is your invitation to slow down, recharge, and connect with others in the Topeka community. Join Forge Young Talent and Topeka Yoga Network for a morning of movement, meaningful connections, and brunch at the beautiful Pergola at Ted Ensley Gardens. Here’s what to look forward to: 🧘‍♀️ A yoga session led by Topeka Yoga Network 🤝 Social networking with fellow young professionals 🥐 Brunch and opportunities to connect 🌿 A chance to slow down, reset, and recharge 📅 Saturday, October 24⏰ 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM📍 Pergola at Ted Ensley Gardens, 3650 SE West Edge Road, Topeka, KS Your registration includes a complimentary Forge Young Talent shirt and brunch snacks. Whether you’re looking to meet new people, try something new, or take a little time for yourself, this is your chance to do it all. Come connect, move, and recharge with Forge Young Talent and Topeka Yoga Network! Space may be limited, so register early to save your spot!

Its going to be a good one!East Of Abilene!Sunday the 25th from 2-5, before the Chiefs Game! Lets have some fun!!!!!

Join us for a fun and safe Trunk or Treat! Bring your little ones in their favorite costumes for an afternoon of candy collecting, decorated car trunks, and family fun! We’ll have creative displays, plenty of treats, and a welcoming atmosphere for kids of all ages. It’s a great way to celebrate the season with your neighbors in a safe, family-friendly environment. Whether you’re new to the area or looking for a safe place to trick-or-treat, we’d love to see you there. Invite your friends and neighbors!

🎉🐾 BINGO at Happy Basset! 🐾🎉 Join us THIS SUNDAY @ 3PM 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

The 2026 Pumpkin Run will be an evening run through a Halloween decorated path.There will be different participation options including a 5K Run, 5K Walk, Fun Run or Family Stroll.During and after the run, participants will be able to partake in a big trunk-or-treat put on by the Topeka High Interact Club and members of Topeka South Rotary.This will be an event you won’t want to miss. www.topekapumpkinrun.com

On Sale Now! Join Colton Dixon and Micah Tyler for an unforgettable night of live music, hope, and encouragement. Celebrating their hit collaboration “Perfectly,” this special evening will feature fan-favorite songs, inspiring stories, and the No. 1 hits that have connected with audiences everywhere. Don’t miss this powerful night with Colton Dixon and Micah Tyler! Brought to you by: Family Life Radio and Intentional Life Events.

The Branch: A Dance Experience is more than a dance convention — it’s a space where dancers are seen as humans first, dancers second. We combine movement, mindset, and meaningful conversation to create an environment focused on confidence, growth, and authentic self-expression. This is a judgment-free space designed to reignite why you fell in love with dance in the first place. SEASON 5: EMBER is about fueling the fire within. An ember may look small, but it holds power, heat, and the ability to ignite something greater. This season is about standing in your strength, pushing past fear, fighting for your growth, and showing up boldly — in the studio and in life. Come ready to move. Come ready to reflect. Come ready to leave lit from within.

NO MARKET THIS WEEKEND AS THE Topeka Renaissance Fall Festival is Friday Sat & Sun! www.topekarenfest.com

🧘‍♀️🍻 Pints & Poses — Yoga at Happy Basset 🍻🧘‍♂️ Start your Sunday the right way — stretch it out, breathe it in, and ease into the day with our first-ever Pints & Poses Yoga Class! 📅 Sunday, October 25th ⏰ 9 AM 💲 $5 per person Bring your own yoga mat or towel, grab a spot, and enjoy a relaxed, feel-good flow perfect for all levels. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or just here for the vibes, this is the ultimate way to wake up your body and mind. ✨ And the best part? Stick around after class for brunch, brews, and morning cocktails with your friends — because Sundays are meant to be enjoyed 🍳🥂🍺 Stretch. Sip. Brunch. Repeat. Spots are limited, so come early and roll out with us! #PintsAndPoses #YogaAtTheBrewery #HappyBasset #SundayVibes #BrunchAfterYoga #TopekaEvents #StartYourSundayRight

🌞 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

Join Forge Young Talent, United Way of Kaw Valley Young Leaders Society, and the Pine Ridge Partnership for a FREE family friendly evening at the Born Learning Trail! Bring the family out for an evening of Halloween fun featuring: 🍬 Candy📚 Free books🍔 Food🎃 Games and activities🚜 Hayrack rides🎈 Additional family activities Date: Monday, October 26, 2026Time: 5:30 to 7:00 PMLocation: Pine Ridge – Born Learning Trail (1110 SE Highland Ave, Topeka KS 66607) Everything is FREE and families of all ages are welcome! VOLUNTEERS NEEDEDWant to help make Trick or Treat on the Trail a success? Sign up to volunteer and help with activities, handing out candy and books, welcoming families, or other event needs. Volunteer Sign-Up: https://www.kawvalleyvolunteers.org/need/detail/?need_id=1323666

🎯🍺 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 🎯🍺

Learn pottery basics with expert guidance. This inclusive package provides all the materials you need, including clay and tools, to kickstart your pottery journey. Our expert instructors will guide you every step of the way, ensuring a fulfilling and educational experience. Sign up now and unleash your creative potential in our studio. You’ll learn how to throw clay (on a pottery wheel), refine throwing skills, trim your pieces, then decorate and glaze. Your instructors are Damian and Monette. The class fee includes the following:• 7-Weeks of class, one weekly two-hour session with your instructor. • Unlimited 24/7 access to our studio during your 7-week class.• 25 lbs of stoneware clay• Bisque and Glaze firing.• Shelf to store your work, tools and clay.• Use of our food-safe Cone 6 glaze palette. • Small class sizes.See: https://firemeupceramics.com/registration-policies for more information.

🍻🎃 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

Monthly gathering of people who care about live music and want to see more of it in Topeka. More information about special guests/presentations will be posted when it is available! Share with your friends – because everyone is invited to build a stronger music scene in Top City!

Preorder the 6th & 7th ACOTAR books (preorders are always 10% off!) More details to come 👀👀👀

Call for ArtistsAutumn Colors Two Wolves Studio invites artists of all experience levels to submit work for Autumn Colors, a celebration of the warmth, beauty, and joy of the fall season. From vibrant landscapes and changing leaves to personal interpretations of autumn’s colors and emotions, we welcome creative expressions that capture the spirit of this colorful season. Exhibition DatesNovember 14, 2026 – December 1, 2026 ThemeAutumn Colors: The Colors of HappinessAs the seasons change, autumn paints the world with rich reds, glowing golds, warm oranges, and earthy browns. Artists are encouraged to explore the beauty, comfort, nostalgia, gratitude, and happiness inspired by the colors of fall. Submission InformationOpen to all artists, from beginners to professionalsAll artistic mediums will be considered$10 hanging fee per accepted artworkArtists receive 100% of all sales Submission Deadline: November 10, 2026, at 11:59 PMSubmit artwork images, title, medium, dimensions, price, and contact information to twowolvesstudio@gmail.comAccepted artists will be contacted to schedule artwork deliveryAccepted artwork must be delivered to the gallery by November 12, 2026 Artwork must be ready to hang upon deliveryOpening ReceptionFriday, November 14, 2026 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Celebrate the opening of the exhibition with fellow artists and the community. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be provided. Artwork PickupThe exhibition closes on December 1, 2026. Artists are responsible for arranging artwork pickup with the curator following the conclusion of the show. How to SubmitTo submit, email your artwork images and information to twowolvesstudio@gmail.com no later than November 10, 2026. We welcome artists of all backgrounds and experience levels and look forward to celebrating the colors of autumn with our creative community. About Two Wolves StudioTwo Wolves Studio is dedicated to supporting artists at every stage of their creative journey and fostering meaningful connections through art, culture, and community.We look forward to seeing how you bring the colors of autumn to life. 🍂🎨🐺

🎯 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!

Game Night at Round Table Bookstore meets on the fourth Tuesdays. Once a month, we’ll gather around the table to learn and play a featured game together,(no experience needed!) share some laughs, and maybe stir up a little friendly competition. Whether you’re a seasoned strategist or just in it for the fun, there’s always a seat for you—and you’re welcome to bring your own favorite games to the mix, too. Come solo or bring friends—either way, you’ll leave with new connections, and maybe a rematch already on the calendar. Join us for Game Night at the Bookstore!

Join us for the next installment of MY STORY: A Series, hosted by Allan Marketing Solutions! We are thrilled to welcome Laura Wing as our featured speaker. From believing she didn’t have a creative bone in her body to becoming a podcast host, multi-book author, publishing coach, and brand developer—mostly by complete accident—Laura’s journey is proof that it is never too late to reinvent your trajectory. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a professional looking to pivot, or simply in need of a powerful dose of motivation and real talk, you won’t want to miss Laura’s inspiring story. 📍 When & WhereDate: October 27, 2026 Time: 6:00pmLocation: Rose Wood Event VenueAddress: 3216 SW 29th Street, Topeka, KS 66614 🎟️ RegistrationSpace is limited, so please reserve your spot today!Register with Jim by calling 785-230-1069 or email events@rosewoodvenue.com Reserve your spot today and discover how to start turning your own ideas into tangible results! #TopekaKS #TopekaKansas #TopCity #785 #TopekaEvents #LiveLocalTopeka #TopekaBusiness #TopekaEntrepreneurs #WomenInBusinessKS

Tyler Quintin and Kyla Strid, both contemporary ceramics artists, Artaxis members, and jurors of the 2026 Artaxis National Juried Exhibition at the Mulvane Art Museum, will provide this ceramics demonstration at the Washburn University Art Building. Tyler and Kyla will demonstrate their unique approaches toward contemporary ceramic practice, sharing skills and techniques and speaking about their studio practice. If you are not a Washburn student, registration is $20. You can learn more by visiting the our website here: https://www.mulvaneartmuseum.org/calendar/2026/10/Ceramics-Workshop-by-Artaxis-Members.html

Connect with Topeka’s creative, advertising and marketing community! Whether you’re in design, marketing, advertising, strategy, content or somewhere in between, we’d love to see you at Topeka AdFed’s Tee Box Social! Join us for a laid-back evening of networking, conversation and free golf at The Tee Box. We’ve reserved two golf bays, so you can hit a few balls, catch up with familiar faces and meet new people. No golf experience necessary — just come ready to have fun and make connections! Event Details: Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2026Time: 6–8 PMLocation: The Tee Box, 906 S Kansas Ave, Ste 100, Topeka, KSCost: Free golfWho: Open to the public — members and nonmembers welcome! RSVP: https://topekaadfed.com/event/tee-box-social/ New to Topeka AdFed?This is the perfect opportunity to meet local creatives and industry professionals from across all disciplines, grow your network and learn what Topeka AdFed is all about. You don’t need to be a member to join us! Space is limited! We’ve reserved two golf bays, so be sure to RSVP to save your spot. Bring a colleague, client or friend. We can’t wait to see you!

🤠💃 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

The Washburn University Symphony Orchestra and the Washburn Chorale saddle up for a Halloween journey into the Music of the American Wild West. The evening rides out with two of the most iconic themes ever written for the screen, Elmer Bernstein's The Magnificent Seven and Ennio Morricone's The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, alongside music by great American voices such as Aaron Copland and Ferde Grofe, with the Chorale joining the orchestra for part of the program. Big tunes, big landscapes, and a night of frontier spirit. Admission is free and open to the public. Wear your best Halloween costume, or your best cowboy hat!

Join us Wednesday, October 28th at 8PM for SCARYOKE…a night of bad decisions, questionable vocals and hauntingly good times. 😂 🎤 Grab the mic🎶 Sing your favorite songs👻 Halloween songs HIGHLY encouraged🍻 Grab a drink for a little liquid courage🎃 Costumes & spooky attire encouraged …but definitely not required!

Library website link: https://events.tscpl.org/event/17428205 Come see me at the TSCPL’s author fair from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 29. Along with other local authors, I’ll be in the Marvin Auditorium to interact with folks who want to talk about “Goodbye, Butterfly: Murder, faith and forgiveness in a small Kansas town.” The book began as a capstone assignment when I was a graduate student at Washburn University. Released in September 2024, the book was a hot new release on Amazon, including a stint as the top-ranked Midwest history book. “GB” is on its third print. On Oct. 19, 1991, the small town of Dover, Kansas, and the Keller family were forever changed. Brenda Keller, the 12-year-old daughter of the town’s pastor, was abducted, raped and murdered by a man who should have been behind bars. Through unimaginable sadness the Keller family pushed forward relying heavily on their faith to live full lives dedicated to honoring their daughter. I will have books available for purchase. If you already have a book and would like it signed, bring it!

Mark your calendars! The City of Topeka 2026 Trunk or Treat will be Thursday, October 29 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at Evergy Plaza (630 S. Kansas)! This year’s theme is “Classic Costumes,” celebrating timeless Halloween favorites such as witches, mummies, werewolves, and vampires. Everyone is invited to participate in the themed costume contest category, however, all family-friendly costumes are welcome. This event will feature decorated vehicles from law enforcement, community partners, car show participants, and first responders, who will be on hand to pass out treats and meet with community members. Guests can also enjoy crafts, a car show, games, music, and a costume contest for all ages. We can’t wait to see all your costumes!

We’re hosting our 5th annual Trunk or Treat on October 29, 2026!! Swing by and get some candy and goodies while you’re out trick or treating! Anyone that would like to host a trunk, please contact Eric Maydew at emaydew@kansasbigs.org or call 785-234-5524.