Events

No matter when you visit Topeka, you’ll find something exciting. Explore what’s coming up, from big-time to neighborhood-niche, then join in and experience for yourself why we call it #TopCity!

Annual Events & Festivals

Many long-standing festivals and events honor the history, heritage and culture of the great capital city of Kansas. You're bound to find a favorite - from the Silent Film Festival for movie fans to Tulip Time at location like Ted Ensley Gardens for gardening aficionados or the Mulvane Art Fair, Aaron Douglas Art Fair, Stone's Folly, or NOTO Live for art enthusiasts. No one is going to want to miss the annual Huff 'n Puff Hot Air Balloon Festival, the NOTO Redbud Festival, Topeka Zoo Lights, or Old Prairie Town Garden Glow! The list goes on and on and you can find these events on the Topeka events calendar >>

Holiday Events

Holiday events take the stage throughout the year! Celebrations of all types can be found across the city from spring until winter. Winter...."It's the most wonderful time of the year..." Those song lyrics certainly ring true in Topeka! The winter holiday fun begins on Thanksgiving weekend and doesn't stop until the New Year. We've got a list of holiday events and you can also check out our winter destination blog!

Discover what's happening right now on our calendar of all the great activities happening around Topeka >>