Event Archive

August 2022
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    Central Kansas Free Fair Parade

    August 4, 2022

    The parade kicks off the annual Central Kansas Free Fair. The 2022 Parade begins at 4 p.m., Thursday, August 4, at 7th Street and Buckeye, proceeds south to 3rd Street and west to Washington Street

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    Kansas Media Event - Welcome Party

    August 2, 2022

    Kansas Tourism selected Abilene to host the 2022 Kansas Media Event. During this time, more than 40 travel writers from throughout the country will visit Abilene and explore all we have to offer. So...

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July 2022
  • Memories of the Prairie

    July 9, 2022

    Experience first-hand stories, educational programs and reenactors bringing history to life at the Historical Society and Museum on Saturdays during the summer. Witness the pioneer days from the...

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  • Memories of the Prairie

    July 2, 2022

    Experience first-hand stories, educational programs and reenactors bringing history to life at the Historical Society and Museum on Saturdays during the summer. Witness the pioneer days from the...

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June 2022
  • Memories of the Prairie

    June 25, 2022

    Experience first-hand stories, educational programs and reenactors bringing history to life at the Historical Society and Museum on Saturdays during the summer. Witness the pioneer days from the...

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    Great Plains Theatre presents: MATILDA The Musical

    June 24, 2022 to July 3, 2022

    Follow the classic Roald Dahl story of an astonishingly witty girl with special powers that teaches us to use our extraordinary imaginations to change our destiny. Sometimes you have to be a little...

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    Great Plains Theatre presents: JERSEY BOYS - The Story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons

    June 24, 2022 to July 3, 2022

    Join us for the international musical phenomenon that takes you behind the story and music of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Come be a part of the challenges, the rise, and the ultimate triumph...

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  • Memories of the Prairie

    June 18, 2022

    Experience first-hand stories, educational programs and reenactors bringing history to life at the Historical Society and Museum on Saturdays during the summer. Witness the pioneer days from the...

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  • Pioneer Camp

    June 13, 2022 to June 17, 2022

    This annual event is for kids ages 2nd through 6th grade who want a first-hand experience on what it was like for pioneers to live and work each day. This camp fills up fast, so make sure to get your...

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  • Pioneer Camp

    June 6, 2022 to June 10, 2022

    This annual event is for kids ages 2nd through 6th grade who want a first-hand experience on what it was like for pioneers to live and work each day. This camp fills up fast, so make sure to get your...

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    Symphony at Sunset

    June 4, 2022

    Commemorate D-Day at this annual outdoor concert held on the grounds of the Eisenhower Presidential Library. The Salina Symphony, joined by the 1st Infantry Division Band, will present a concert of...

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    Great Plains Theatre presents: Footloose the Musical

    June 3, 2022 to June 12, 2022

    Kick off your Sunday shoes with this classic movie turned musical about inspiring a town through the importance of love and dance while witnessing the powers of wisdom and forgiveness. Gotta cut...

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May 2022