It is our policy to provide persons with disabilities an equal opportunity to participate in and enjoy the benefits of our services, programs, and activities. In order for us to provide reasonable accommodations, we ask that you request the assistance needed by contacting Parks and Recreation at 1101 Poyntz Avenue in Manhattan, or call 785-587-2757 (TDD Kansas Relay Center at 800-766-3777).
We are here to assist you in the registration (application) process as well. Essential eligibility requirements for each program are on file. Assistive devices are available upon request.
First-Come, First-Paid: Space is limited for most of the programs we offer, and registration is accepted on a first-come, first-paid basis. In some instances, a waiting list may be available.
MHKPRD Scholarship Policy: Some of our programs qualify for scholarships. Scholarships provide 50% off registration fees up to $150 per qualifying household. You must show proof of participation in the USD Free/ Reduced Fees program, or qualification under Federal Income Availability Guidelines.
Refund Policy for Activities Requiring Registration: Registrants will receive a full refund if we cancel the program, or we may be able to transfer you to another class. A full refund is granted if request to withdraw is received 1 week (7 days) before the class or event start date. A partial refund is issued when requested between 1 week and at least 48 hours before the start date. No refunds will be granted if the request is less than 48 hours in advance or if the participant fails to show. Participant withdrawals must be received during business hours.
Please note: Some programs have age restrictions and birth dates are required for each participant. Phone numbers are required for staff to access your account and for emergency purposes. For assistance, please call 785-587-2757, or come by one of our offices listed below during regular business hours.
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Early Registration Incentive
Manhattan Parks and Recreation offers a discount to participants who register early for our youth and adult programs. If you register for a program up to 2 weeks prior to the registration closing, you will receive 20% off your fee.
My First T-Ball
The Summer edition of My First T-Ball is a 4-week clinic for 3 to 5 year olds. With parent participation and through drills and activities, they will learn fundamental skills like throwing, catching, and hitting to help prepare them for future MPRD T-Ball leagues.
3, 4, 5 year olds
Eisenhower Fields
Optimist T-Ball
This T-Ball League is for children who have just completed kindergarten for the 2023/2024 school year. This league is generously sponsored and staffed by the Manhattan Optimist Club.
Boys and Girls MBA Summer Breakfast Club
The focus of Breakfast Club is for athletes to become better at the fundamentals of basketball while also fostering a growth mindset and social skills. Athletes will focus on breaking bad habits and becoming more skilled, controlled, and comfortable with a basketball in their hands. Our fundamental focus will revolve around the grade and skill level of the athlete.
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Location
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$36 Regular Registration Age Kindergarten Dates May 14 - June 28 Fee No Fee Location Optimist Fields Dates Day Time June 1 - June 22 Saturdays 9:45 AM12:30 PM June 4 - June 25 Tuesdays 5:30 PM8:15 PM June 6 - June 27 Thursdays 5:30 PM8:15 PM
$30
Grades 1st-4th
Time 7:15
Fee $50/person
session Location Anthony
5th-8th Grade
Grade
AM - 8:15 AM
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Rec Center
Session 1 (Mon-Fri) June 3 - 14 Session 2 (Mon-Fri) June 17 - 28
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Youth Wiffleball
Youth Wiffleball will consist of teams of 4 – 6 players who will play in a 6-week season indoor at Eisenhower Rec Center.
Grades
4th/5th Grade
9th-12th Grade
Dates
July 8 - August 9
Location
6th-8th Grade
Eisenhower Rec Center Time TBD
Fee
Early Registration $20
$24 Regular Registration
Flint Hills Summer Volleyball
Two separate team-registration volleyball leagues for girls who will be in grades 3rd-12th of the 2024-2025 school year.
Location
Anthony & Eisenhower Rec Center
Youth Baseball/Softball Tournament
The first ever open youth softball and baseball tournament, specifically for area Recreational teams. This is a team registration event and is open to area teams made up of Parks and Recreation players. Dates
Location
Twin Oaks/CiCo
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July 20
Fee (Team) Early Registration $325 $390
Registration
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Youth Baseball
Youth Baseball is for 1st - 8th graders in the 2023-2024 school year. There will be 4 weeks of practices before games start the week of May 20th. There will be one game a week for the first 2 weeks of games, then two games a week for the rest of the season for a total of 10 games.
League Grade Level Dates (Mondays/Wednesdays) Location Early Fee Regular Fee Coach Pitch 1st Grade April 22 - June 27 City Park $45 $54 Machine Pitch 2nd Grade April 22 - June 27 City Park $50 $60 AA Baseball 3rd/4th Grade April 22 - June 27 Twin Oaks/ CiCo $55 $66 AAA Baseball 5th/6th Grade April 22 - June 27 Twin Oaks/ CiCo $60 $72 Major Baseball 7th/8th Grade April 22 - June 27 Twin Oaks/ Eisenhower Ball Fields $65 $78 8 | Visit mhkprd.com
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Youth Softball
Youth Softball is for 1st - 8th graders in the 2023-2024 school year. There will be 4 weeks of practices before games start the week of May 20th. There will be one game a week for the first 2 weeks of games, then two games a week for the rest of the season for a total of 10 games.
League Grade Level Dates (Tuesdays/Thursdays) Location Early Fee Regular Fee Coach Pitch 1st Grade April 22 - June 27 City Park $45 $54 Machine Pitch 2nd Grade April 22 - June 27 City Park $50 $60 AA Softball 3rd/4th Grade April 22 - June 27 Twin Oaks/ CiCo $55 $66 AAA Softball 5th/6th Grade April 22 - June 27 Twin Oaks/ CiCo $60 $72 Major Softball 7th/8th Grade April 22 - June 27 Twin Oaks/ CiCo $65 $78
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Introduction to Tennis Summer Camps
PROGRAM NEW
This summer Manhattan Parks and Rec is partnering with Body First Tennis to bring tennis back to Manhattan! They will be offering multiple summer tennis camps. Each camp will be introductory, with an emphasis on fun, and basic athletic and tennis specific skill and movement. The camp groups will be broken into age groups and will last 4 days.
Location
City Park
Camp Session 1 May 28 - May 30
Camp Session 2 June 3 - 6 & June 17 - 20
Camp Session 3 July 8 - 11
Pre-K Tennis
This is a fun, engaging program that teaches the fundamentals of tennis including the introduction of eye hand coordination, motor skills, cooperative activities, and sportsmanship. This class is taught using USTA Net Generation concepts, smaller 36’ courts, red balls.
Age 4 - 5 year olds
Time 8:30 - 9 AM
May Camp Fee $30
June Camp Fee $40
July Camp Fee $40
Red Ball Tennis
This class teaches kids tennis through exciting games and activities. The focus will be on basic tennis and athletic skills. This class is taught using USTA Net Generation concepts, smaller 36’ courts, red balls.
Age K- 8 year olds
Time 9 - 9:30 AM
May Camp Fee $30
June Camp Fee $40
July Camp Fee $40
Orange Ball Tennis
Using a fun game based on approach to tennis strokes, techniques, and skills. All players will also learn to encourage and support others while continuing their development of being a good sport. The main goals of this class are to develop basic tennis and athletic skills. This class is taught using USTA Net Generation concepts, smaller 60’ courts, orange balls.
Age 9 - 10 year olds
Time 9:30 - 10:45 AM
May Camp Fee $50
June Camp Fee $65
July Camp Fee $65
Green Ball & Teen Tennis
Stroke fundamentals, techniques, and skills. The main goals of this class are to develop basic tennis, athletic skills, and love for tennis.
Age 10 - 12 year olds 13 - 17 year olds
Time 11 AM - 12 PM 11 AM - 12 PM
May Camp Fee $50 $50
June Camp Fee $65 $65
July Camp Fee $65 $65
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Beginner Dance Camp
This summer intensive camp will introduce jazz, ballet, and tap techniques. Students will have the opportunity to build their knowledge of dance terminology, improve flexibility and balance, and build strength.
Age
6-9 year olds
Session (Mon/Wed)
Session 1
Time
5 - 6:30 PM
Session 2 May 29 - June 26 July 8 - August 2
Location
RoundHouse
Fee
Early Registration $65
Regular Registration
$78
Intermediate Dance Camp
This summer intensive camp will introduce jazz, ballet, and tap techniques. Students will have the opportunity to build their knowledge of dance terminology, improve flexibility and balance, and build strength.
Age
10-18 year olds
Session (Tues/Thurs)
Session 1
Time 5 - 6:30 PM
Session 2 May 28 - June 27 July 9 - August 3
Location RoundHouse
Fee
Early Registration $65
Regular Registration
$78
Adult Broadway Dance
Explores music theatre concepts and learn iconic dances from Broadway musicals such as A Chorus Line, Newsies, West Side Story, and more.
Age
18+
Dates (Fridays)
May 31 - June 28
Location
Douglass Activity Center
Fee
Time 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Early Registration $50
Regular Registration
$60
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Bowling Blast
Bowling Blast is a Special Populations program that allows participants to engage in recreational bowling.
Age 5 and up Dates
May 7 - July 30
- 5 PM
Mindfulness
Age 18+ Dates May 9 - August 1
- 5:30 PM Location TBD
Peace Memorial Auditorium
Friday Fun Night
This program is designed so help teach Special Populations participants learn and develop useful life skills, in a calm and controlled environment. Time
- 5:30 PM
Dates
Friday, May 10
Friday, June 7
Friday, July 5
This is a Special Population Program that encourages participants to socialize while enjoying snacks, games, and music. Location
Friday, May 24 Friday, June 21
Friday, August 2 Friday, July 19
Peace Memorial Auditorium
Fee $10 Time 4
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Fee $10 Time 4
(Thursdays)
Location
Age 10+ Fee $10
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Summer Art Classes
The Parks & Recreation Art Workshop offers a diversity of art forms to the youth of Manhattan. These workshops take a hands-on approach to learning different art techniques. Kids will use colored pencils, markers, crayons, oil pastels, chalk, watercolors, acrylics and much more as they create their own unique art. From drawing, painting, and sculpting to art lessons with engaging staff, participants will enjoy hours of fun and skill building.
Age
6-16 year olds
Session (Mon/Wed)
Session 1
Session 2
Location Eisenhower Rec Center
Fee
Early Registration
Regular Registration
Time
5 - 6:30 PM
May 29 - June 26
July 8 - August 2
Little Apple Theatre: The Lightning Thief Musical
As a son of Poseidon, Percy Jackson has newly discovered powers he can’t control, monsters on his trail, and is on a quest to find Zeus’ lightning bolt to prevent a war between the Greek gods. This musical features a large cast with a thrilling original rock score.
Age
6-18 year olds
Dates (Mon-Thurs)
May 28 - July 27
Location
$65
$78
Fee
$120
Time 5 - 7 PM
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Kids who have completed Kindergarten through 6th grade as of June 2024 will enjoy a summer full of arts, crafts, games, swimming, special events and excursions at this KDHE-licensed day camp.
Snacks are provided, and lunch is provided by USD 383. Attendees may take swimming lessons for an additional fee. Learn more at mhkprd.com/LADC
Lottery Opens
February 26 at 8 AM
Session
Session 1
Session 2
Time
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Senior Trips
These trips are a fun and engaging way for our senior population to socialize in various recreational activities, ranging from dinner theater, tours, shows, and more.
Elvis: Aloha from Vegas April 20 9:30 AM5:30 PM $65
K-State Stadium Tour May 3 11 AM-1 PM $35
Ameristar Casino June 7 9 AM-6:30 PM $50
Topeka Zoo July 5 9 AM-6:30 PM $45
Sea Life Aquarium August 2 9 AM-6:30 PM $45
May 28 - June 28 July 8 - August 2 $750
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Age
$750
Location Wefald Pavilion
Must have completed grades K-6
Swim Lessons for Day Camp
Time
9:15 AM - 9:45 AM
Fee (Early/Regular)
$55/$66
Sessions (Monday - Thursday)
Session 1 June 3 - June 13
Session 2 June 17 - June 27
Session 3 July 8 - July 18
Location
City Waterpark
Age 5+
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Anneberg Park/Twin Oaks Sports Complex 2024 Tournament Schedule NO PETS ALLOWED INSIDE TWIN OAKS! TWIN OAKS 2024 MHKPRD.com/TwinOaks Date Tournament Name Class/ Age Division Contact E-Mail March 9 Adult Softball Tournament Adult Mike Bammes mbammes@hotmail.com 23-24 Youth Flag Football High School Ty Wendland kselite7v7@gmail.com 30-31 USSSA Adult Softball Adult Kelly Mclemore kelly.mclemore@usssa.org April 6-7 USSSA Adult Softball Adult Kelly Mclemore kelly.mclemore@usssa.org 20 USA Youth Softball Youth Loren Fisher fisher6081@gmail.com 19-21 GSI Youth Soccer Youth Mike Cleary mcleary@exploregci.com 26-28 Perfect Game Youth Baseball Youth Janae Melvin jmelvin@perfectgame.org May 3-5 USSSA Youth Baseball Youth Ryan Highfill ryan.highfill@usssa.org 11 USA Youth Softball Youth Loren Fisher fisher6081@gmail.com 17-19 Perfect Game Youth Baseball Youth Janae Melvin jmelvin@perfectgame.org 25-26 USSSA Adult Softball Adult Kelly Mclemore kelly.mclemore@usssa.org June 1 MPRD Adult Softball Adult MPRD Staff www.mhrpd.com 8-9 USA Youth Softball Youth Loren Fisher fisher6081@gmail.com 14-16 Perfect Game Youth Baseball Youth Janae Melvin jmelvin@perfectgame.org 22-23 USSSA Adult Softball Adult Kelly Mclemore kelly.mclemore@usssa.org 28-30 USSSA Youth Softball Youth Ryan Highfill ryan.highfill@usssa.org July 6 USA Youth Softball Youth Loren Fisher fisher6081@gmail.com 12-14 USSSA Youth Softball Youth Ryan Highfill ryan.highfill@usssa.org 20-21 MPRD Youth Baseball & Softball Youth MPRD Staff www.mhkprd.com 27 Adult Softball Tournament Adult Mike Bammes mbammes@hotmail.com October 13 USA Youth Softball Youth Loren Fisher fisher6081@gmail.com
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Adult Sports
Adult Sand Volleyball
Sand Volleyball is 8 week league culminating in a tournament at the end of the season. CoRec, Womens, and Mens divisions are offered. Games will be played at City Park.
Location
City Park
Fee (Team)
Early Registration $65
Regular Registration
$78
Co-Rec League
Dates Day
June 3 - August 5 Mondays
June 4 - August 6 Tuesdays
Women’s League
Dates Day
June 5 - August 7 Wednesday
Men’s League
Dates Day
June 9 - August 11 Sunday
Free Agent registration is available for all adult leagues
“The League” Softball Tournament
“The League” Softball Tournament is a slowpitch softball tournament. The tournament will follow USSSA rules with a few adjustments. Tournament is split into Men’s and CoRec (5/5). 3 games guaranteed. All games will be played at Twin Oaks Complex. The Team fee is $350 with the addon option of buying one home run band per team ($10) at checkout. The tournament is designed for league teams to have fun, relax, and enjoy a weekend of ball. Prizes for 1st and 2nd place depending on number of teams.
Specific Rules: 3 Home Run Limit + 1 after that, .5 run for visitors, 50-minute games. Other rules will be emailed to the captains prior to the tournament.
Divisions
Men’s & CoRec
Location
Twin Oaks
Fee (Team)
Date June 1
Early Registration $350 $420 Regular Registration
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Open Cornhole Summer League
Adult Cornhole is a 5-week Open league. Teams play as pairs but can roster up to 4 people per team.
Dates (Sundays)
July 7 - August 4
Fee (Team)
Early Registration $60
$72 Regular Registration
Pickleball
Adult Pickleball is a 9-week Open league culminating with a single elimination tournament. Teams play as pairs. Teams are divided into Recreational, Intermediate, or Competitive divisions based on their preference and exhibition game results.
Location
Anthony Rec Center
Fee (Team)
Early Registration $65
$78 Regular Registration
Dates Day
June 5 - July 31 Wednesdays
June 6 - August 1 Thursdays
Ultimate Frisbee League
Summer Ultimate Frisbee comes to MPRD! An individual-registration league, MPRD staff will divide teams amongst the registrants. This is an Open league for ages 16 and up.
Dates (Thursdays)
June 6 - August 1
Fee (Team)
Location
Griffith Park
Early Registration $25
$30 Regular Registration
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Douglass Recreation Complex
Fitness Pass Program
Fitness Classes
Total Body Fitness
Adult Pass
Senior Pass (55+)
Fee Hours
Monday/Wednesday
Tuesday/Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Fitness Classes
Session Dates
May 13 - June 20
July 8 - August 29
Total Body Strong
$20/Month
$10/Month
AM - 8 PM
PM - 8 PM
AM - 6 PM
A total body workout using fitness machines to get stronger and feel better.
Use your own body weight and free weight equipment for the upper and lower body and core. Build muscle, feel better and learn stretching exercises.
Mondays
Fee
Fee (per session)
Early Registration $30
Yoga Time
Strengthen & stretch the body while refocusing your mind.
- 6:30 PM
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$36 Regular
Early Registration $30
Registration
$36 Regular Registration
Days
5:30
Tuesdays & Thursdays
$36 Regular Registration
Fee (per session) Early Registration $30
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Douglass Activity Center Gym
Pickleball
Time
8 AM - 12 PM
Douglass Center Gym & Games
Days
Monday/Wednesday
Saturday
Open Play
First-come, First-served
PM - 8 PM
AM - 2 PM
Table Tennis
Tuesdays
Location
Douglass Center Gym
Dates Tuesdays
Juggling Class
Time 6 - 8 PM
Our Juggling class will teach a variety of juggling techniques with different equipment/items.
Location
Douglass Center Gym
Dates
Tuesdays
Time 5:30 PM
Contra Dance Class
Location
Douglass Center Gym
Time 6:30 - 9:30 PM
Free
Time 5
9
Days Monday
- Friday
Fee Free Fee Free
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Dates 4th Friday of the Month Fee
Contra dance is a form of folk dancing made up of long lines of couples. It has mixed origins from English country dance, Scottish country dance, and French dance styles in the 17th century. Join us every month to learn a new dance style!
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Kids Night Out to Paint
On the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month bring your kids to Douglass Annex to paint! Each session we will have a new project kids can paint on a variety of given platforms and themes for all ages. This is a FREE program.
Location
Douglass Annex
Dates
Time 5:30 - 7:30 PM
1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month
Kids Night Out
Every Thursday at the Douglass Community Center kids are welcome for a night out! We will have games and activities they can participate in. This is a FREE program.
Location
Douglass Center Gym
Dates
Thursdays
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First Fridays
Spend Friday nights at the Douglass Community Center! On the 1st Friday of the month we are hosting game night! Come play ping pong, pool, putt putt golf and much more! There will also be snacks and drinks available!
Location
Douglass Center
Dates
1st Friday of every month
Time 6 PM - 9 PM
Free
Movie Nights
Location
Douglass Activity Center
Time 6 PM Fee Free
Dates 3rd Friday of the Month Fee
Recreation
It’s Movie Night at the Douglass Activity Center! On the 3rd Friday of each month, we will be hosting a movie night at the Douglass Activity Center. Movies for anyone and everyone! We will have snacks and drinks too! This is a FREE event.
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WATERPARKS
NORTHVIEW
510 GRIFFITH DR.
MON-FRI: 1-6 PM
SAT-SUN: 1-7 PM
785-587-2713
CITY
1220 POYNTZ AVE.
DAILY: 1-8 PM
TWILIGHT SWIM: 6-8 PM
785-587-2710
CICO
3309 ROBINSON DR.
MON-FRI: 1-6 PM
SAT-SUN: 1-7 PM
785-587-2711
SPLASH PARKS
BLUE EARTH PLAZA
water feature
315 S. 3RD ST
DAILY: 1O AM-8 PM
FREE FOR ALL AGES
CITY Splashpark
1220 POYNTZ AVE.
DAILY: 1O AM-8 PM
FREE FOR ALL AGES
WATERPARKs Daily Admission
ADMISSION
ADULTS (16+): $6
YOUTH (2-15): $4
CHILD UNDER 2: FREE
Twilight Swim
ADULT (16+): $3
YOUTH (2-15): $2
CHILD UNDER 2: FREE (CITY WATERPARK ONLY)
NON-SWIMMER FEE TO ENTER
THE WATERPARK: $2
MILITARY MONDAYS – ½ PRICE REGULAR ADMISSION WITH A MILITARY ID
WATERPARKs SEASON PASSES
Adults: $65 |
Youth: $45
PASSES CAN BE PURCHASED AT THE MPRD OFFICE, WATERPARKS, OR ONLINE AT MHKPRD.COM/REGISTER
GOOD AT ALL MANHATTAN PARKS & REC WATERPARKS! *KEY FOBS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR ENTRY*
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Swim Lessons
Swim America is a national, goal-driven and technique oriented learn-to-swim program. Sessions run Monday through Thursday for two weeks. Average class size is 6 swimmers per coach. Preschool participants must be 3 years old before the first class and must be accompanied by an adult in the water. One parent/guardian per participant. Participants must attend the time and location of the session they are registered for.
City Waterpark
Session 1
Dates June 3 - 13
Fee (Early/Reg) $55/$66
Ages 3-4 9:55 AM, 10:35 AM & 11:15 AM
Ages 5+ 9:15 AM*, 9:55 AM, 10:35 AM & 11:15 AM
Session 2
Dates June 17 - 27
Fee (Early/Reg) $55/$66
Ages 3-4 9:55 AM, 10:35 AM & 11:15 AM
Ages 5+ 9:15 AM*, 9:55 AM, 10:35 AM & 11:15 AM
Session 3
Dates July 8 - 18
Fee (Early/Reg) $55/$66
Ages 3-4 9:55 AM, 10:35 AM & 11:15 AM
Ages 5+ 9:15 AM*, 9:55 AM, 10:35 AM & 11:15 AM
*Little Apple Day Camp participants can sign up for swim lessons during camp. Participants must be registered for LADC prior to signing up for swim lessons.
Northview Waterpark
Session 1
Dates June 3 - 13
Fee (Early/Reg) $55/$66
Ages 3-4 9:45 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:15 AM, 6:15 PM, 7 PM
Ages 5+ 9 AM, 9:45 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:15 AM, 6:15 PM, 7 PM, 7:45 PM
CiCo Waterpark
Session 1
Dates June 10 - 20
Fee (Early/Reg) $55/$66
Ages 3-4 9:45 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:15 AM, 6:15 PM, 7 PM, 7:45 PM
Ages 5+ 9 AM, 9:45 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:15 AM, 6:15 PM, 7 PM, 7:45 PM
Session 2
Dates June 17 - 27
Fee (Early/Reg) $55/$66
Ages 3-4 9:45 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:15 AM, 6:15 PM, 7 PM
Ages 5+ 9 AM, 9:45 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:15 AM, 6:15 PM, 7 PM, 7:45 PM
Session 3
Dates July 8 - 18
Fee (Early/Reg) $55/$66
Ages 3-4 9:45 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:15 AM, 6:15 PM, 7 PM
Ages 5+ 9 AM, 9:45 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:15 AM, 6:15 PM, 7 PM, 7:45 PM
Session 2
Dates July 8 - 18
Fee (Early/Reg) $55/$66
Ages 3-4 9:45 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:15 AM, 6:15 PM, 7 PM, 7:45 PM
Ages 5+ 9 AM, 9:45 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:15 AM, 6:15 PM, 7 PM, 7:45 PM
Session 3
Dates July 22 - August 1
Fee (Early/Reg) $55/$66
Ages 3-4 9:45 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:15 AM, 6:15 PM, 7 PM, 7:45 PM
Ages 5+ 9 AM, 9:45 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:15 AM, 6:15 PM, 7 PM, 7:45 PM
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Private Swim Lessons
Private lessons offer one-on-one lessons for swimmers of all ages and abilities, from our Lifeguards, who are Swim America certified coaches. Each 40 minutes session is a great opportunity for any swimmer to advance with personalized instruction.
Dates (Saturday)
June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 & July 6, 13, 20
Times
8:30 AM | 9:20 AM | 10:10 AM | 11 AM
Age 3+
Fee (per session)
CiCo Waterpark Location
Early Registration $30
Regular Registration
$36
Adult Swim Class
Whether you’re a new swimmer with little experience, or an experienced swimmer looking for guidance on technique and endurance, we’re here for everyone! Sign up today for this instructor led adult swim class!
Age 18+
Sessions
Session 1
Session 2
Session 3
Location
City Waterpark
Fee
Time 5:30 PM
June 3 - June 13
June 17 - June 27
July 8 - July 18
Early Registration $55
$66 Regular Registration
Lifeguarding Prep Course*
This course is to prepare future lifeguards to successfully pass the American Red Cross Lifeguarding course. Participants will practice swimming and essential lifesaving skills, to help them become more comfortable before taking the pre-course skills for the Red Cross course. Minimum age 14 (turning 15 by July 1), participants must be proficient and comfortable swimming in deep water.
Fee FREE Age 15+
Session 1 May 11 1-3 PM
Session 2 May 14 5-7 PM
Session 3 May 16 5-7 PM
Session 4 May 18 1-3 PM
Session 5 May 19 1-3 PM *Please
note, this course is NOT required to become a certified lifeguard. Individuals wishing to become a lifeguard for Manhattan Parks and Recreation, and are comfortable enough without taking the prep course, can apply online at www.mhkprd.com/jobs
Body Waves (11:50 AM)
AQUATICS EXERCISESchedule
CiCo Waterpark Water Workout (8 AM)
Body Waves (11:50 AM)
City Waterpark
River Running (8 AM, 10:50 AM & 11:50 AM)
Lap Swimming (11:50 AM & 5-7 PM)
CiCo Waterpark
Water Workout (8 AM)
Body Waves (11:50 AM)
CiCo Waterpark Water Workout (8 AM)
CiCo Waterpark Water Workout (8 AM)
Body Waves (11:50 AM)
River Running (8 AM, 10:50 AM & 11:50 AM)
City Waterpark Lap Swimming (11:50 AM & 5-7 PM)
Deep Water Aerobics (5:30 PM)
City Waterpark Lap Swimming (11:50 AM & 5-7 PM)
River Running (8 AM, 10:50 AM & 11:50 AM)
River Running (8 AM, 10:50 AM & 11:50 AM)
City Waterpark Lap Swimming (11:50 AM & 5-7 PM)
Deep Water Aerobics (5:30 PM)
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summer 2024
CiCo Waterpark Water Workout (8 AM) City Waterpark Lap Swimming (11:50 AM & 5-7 PM) Deep Water Aerobics (5:30 PM) River Running (8 AM, 10:50 AM & 11:50 AM)
City Waterpark Lap Swimming (5-7 PM) W a t e r W o r k o u t R i v e r R u n n i n g L a p S w i m m i n g D e e p W a t e r A e r o b i c s A q u a a e r o b i c s t h a t h e l p t o b u i l d m u s c l e a n d b o o s t e n d u r a n c e O u r l o w - i m p a c t , t o t a l b o d y w o r k o u t i s s u i t a b l e f o r a n y a g e a n d f i t n e s s l e v e l ! A q u a a e r o b i c s h e l d i n t h e l a z y r i v e r a t C i t y W a t e r p a r k T h e r i v e r c u r r e n t i n c r e a s
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Saturday & Sunday
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Body Waves (11:50 AM)
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Flint Hills Discovery Center
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Exhibits
Thomas Edison’s Secret Lab™
January 20 - May 5
Step into the Lab and be inspired by the animated series featuring the brilliant work of Thomas Edison! Thomas Edison’s Secret Lab™ engages kids in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) learning through unique, hands-on experiences to inspire the next generation of inventors.
Earn your lab coat as you:
• Experiment with electricity, magnetism, optics, sound waves and air pressure, and the fun physics laws that shape the world around us.
• Manipulate the classic six simple machines designed to make our work easier – the lever, inclined plane, pulley, screw, wedge, and wheel and axle.
• Learn basic coding with a fun introduction to notech, low-tech and high-tech ways to use technology as a tool.
• Investigate materials science, how we use natural and human-made substances and learn more about their properties.
Thomas Edison’s Secret Lab™ Traveling Exhibit was created by the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum in collaboration with Genius Brands International TM & © 2023 Genius Brands International, Inc. All rights reserved.
Amazing Butterflies
May 18 - September 8
Earn your wings in this interactive maze exhibit. Embark on a challenging journey teeming with friends and foes revealing the unusual relationship between caterpillars, butterflies, and their natural surroundings.
Adventure through the leaves, move like a caterpillar, discover an ant that reaps the reward of an unusual friendship, then transform into a butterfly and take flight!
Amazing Butterflies is created by Minotaur Mazes, a company specializing in interactive maze exhibits.
Youth Programs
Nature Together
Parents, bring your littles to the outdoor classroom and build your skills to raise a nature lover. Play games, hear stories, and explore natural items using your five senses. Come prepared to get a little dirty, learn about nature, and be a role model in the outdoors for your child. Pre-registration is required and opens on March 4.
Age
18 months – 3.5 years old, with an adult
Time
9:30-10:30 AM
Price (six-week session)
FHDC Members $50 $60 Non-Members
Sunny Summer
Soak up the Sun
Location Flint Hills Discovery Center (Outdoor Classroom) Wednesday Dates Friday Dates June 5 June 7 June 12 June 14 June 26 June 28 July 10 July 12 July 17 July 19 July 24 July 26
Wednesday
Friday Dates August 7 August 9
14 August 16 August 21 August 23
28 August 30
4 September 6 September 11 September 13
Dates
August
August
September
Flint Hills Discovery Center
flinthillsdiscovery.org
@flinthillsdiscovery @discoverfhdc
Youth Programs
Preschoolers in the Flint Hills
The wonder of the Flint Hills comes to life as children begin discovering the culture, history, and ecology of the region. Each class includes hands-on activities, crafts, story time, and a snack. Pre-registration is required and opens on March 4.
Age
3-5 years old
Price (four-week session)
Time
10:30 - 11:30 AM
FHDC Members $45 $60 Non-Members
Wonderful
Incredible
Kids’ Tallgrass Tours
Youth explore the Flint Hills and beyond with our newest program, Kids’ Tallgrass Tours! Join the Discovery Center as we embark on day trips to exciting locations in central Kansas. We will dive into the history, culture, and natural beauty of our remarkable state. Trips leave from the Flint Hills Discovery Center. Participants will be required to bring a sack lunch. Fees and ages vary per trip. Preregistration is required and opens on March 4.
Water June 4, 11, 18, 25
Earth
Party August 6, 13, 20,
July 9, 16, 23, 30 Animal
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Family & Adult Programs
Walk and Talk
Nature has lessons to teach us if we are willing to learn. Explore the majesty of the Flint Hills as local experts lead each Walk and Talk in various locations. Transportation, fees, and age appropriateness varies for each Walk and Talk. See our website for specific information. Pre-registration is required and opens March 4.
Guided Konza Hikes
March 28
June 8
Family Fossil Hikes
Date
25
Fun with Fungus
Date Time May 18
- 11 AM
Lazy Heart D Ranch Bison Tour
Date Time
1
Stream Science
- 11:30 AM
Date Time June 17 8 - 11:30 AM
MHK Art: Past and Present
Date Time July 8 8 - 11:30 AM
KSU Guided Konza Prairie Hikes
Explore the Konza Prairie Nature Trail on a free guided hike led by a K-State undergraduate student in the Parks Management and Conservation Program. Each hike is 2.6 miles long, takes no more than 90 minutes, and is filled on a first-come, first-served basis, capped at a maximum of 15 participants. All ages are welcome!
Date Saturday, April 13 Time
9 - 11:30 AM, tours depart every 20 minutes
Tallgrass Tours
Explore the Flint Hills and beyond with the Tallgrass Tours! Join the Discovery Center as we embark on day trips to exciting locations in central Kansas. We will dive into the history, culture, and natural beauty of our remarkable state. Trips leave from the Flint Hills Discovery Center. Fees vary per trip. Pre-registration is required and opens on March 4. More tours are being scheduled; please watch our website and social media for more information.
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Tour Date Ranching in the Flint Hills: Past & Present at Pioneer Bluffs 4-27
Date Time
5 - 7:30 PM
5 - 7:30
5
April 25
PM May 29
- 7:30 PM
8
- 10 AM
2
4
May
10 AM
Time April 21
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PM
- 12 PM
10
June
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Flint Hills Discovery Center
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Events
Meet the Makers
@flinthillsdiscovery @discoverfhdc
This year marks the 9th annual Meet the Makers event! Each day, a local creator, crafter, or maker will present live demonstrations of their work from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. in the first-floor atrium of the Flint Hills Discovery Center. Interact with the artists, ask questions, and see their work come to life!
This event is free and open to the public. Those wishing to explore the exhibits beyond the atrium at the Flint Hills Discovery Center must pay the general admission fee.
Dates
March 12-15
Time
10 AM - 5 PM
Solar Eclipse Celebration
We’re opening on a Monday for this special solarbration! See the exhibit, Thomas Edison’s Secret LabTM, then create a pinhole camera with our educators at the Discovery Center before joining us at Blue Earth Plaza to safely view the solar eclipse.
Date
Monday, April 8
Price
Time
10 AM - 5 PM
Regular FHDC admission rates
Location
FHDC/Blue Earth Plaza
Flint Hills Festival
Experience the culture and beauty of the Flint Hills at our annual community festival. Live entertainment, food trucks, wine tastings, children’s activities, community groups, and more will all be on display at this celebration of our beautiful region!
Date
Saturday, May 4
Time
10 AM - 5 PM
Price No Cost Location
Blue Earth Plaza
National Day of the Cowboy
Join the Flint Hills Discovery Center for National Day of the Cowboy, an annual celebration of the national icon and the history and culture of the American West! Wrangle up the family for a day filled with activities embracing the Wild West. Dress up as a cowboy (or cowgirl) and take a western style photo, then brush up on your cowboy skills.
Date
Saturday, July 27
Price
Time
10 AM - 3 PM
Regular FHDC admission rates
FOOD TRUCKS BLUE EARTH PLAZA 04 MAY 2024 SATURDAY 10 AM - 5 PM 315 S. 3RD ST FLINT HILLS FESTIVAL FOOD TRUCKS LIVE MUSIC KIDS ACTIVITIES & MORE! FLINTHILLSDISCOVERY.ORG/FESTIVAL 785-587-2726 FREE THANKS TO GENEROUS SUPPORT FROM
Sunset Zoo
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Early Childhood Programs
Sensory Safari | Preschool Ages
Foster your child’s curiosity with sensory focused exploration of the natural world. Through guided and interactive activities, children will explore the many aspects of nature and wildlife. Each class will go outside, so please dress accordingly. Parent/guardian must accompany child, and non-participating infants/toddlers are welcome to tag along. The registration fee only applies to participating children. Each class will last 30 minutes, and start promptly at 9 AM, and families are encouraged to extend their learning by visiting the Zoo after the class. Preregistration required.
Time
9 AM
Price (per session)
FOSZ Members
Non-Members
$8
$10
Creature Feature | Preschool Ages
Help your child explore the natural world with these animal-themed classes at Sunset Zoo. This hands-on program will highlight a unique animal each November, December, January, and February. Staff will help children and their parent/guardian explore the animal’s individual characteristics through a variety of activities. Each Creature Feature class may go outside, so please dress accordingly. Parent/guardian must accompany child, and non-participating infants/toddlers are welcome to tag along. The registration fee only applies to participating children. Each class will last 30 minutes, and start promptly at 11:30 AM, and families are encouraged to extend their learning by visiting the Zoo after the class. Pre-registration required.
Time
11:30 AM
Price (per session)
FOSZ Members $8
Non-Members $10
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Welcome to the Jungle 3/4/2024 Fun on the Farm 4/8/2024 TBD 9/9/2024 TBD 10/7/2024 Ball Python 1/20/2024 Ball Python 1/22/2024 Screech Owl 2/24/2024 Screech Owl 2/26/2024
Sunset Zoo
Early Childhood
Zoofari Tails Storytimes
Slither into reading with Sunset Zoo and the Manhattan Public Library on the fourth Friday of every month. Each month features a different animal story; all storytimes include unique animal artifacts and some storytimes will present a live animal! This is a free program and registration is not required. (785) 587-2737
Time
10 AM
Location
Price FREE
Manhattan Public Library
Dates
February 23 March 22
April 26
May 24 (at Sunset Zoo)
June 28 July 26
August 23
Family Programs
Painting with Animals | All Ages
During this unique experience, families will visit a featured animal and use their powers of observation to create a masterpiece. To kick off your experience, Sunset Zoo staff will introduce the featured animal highlighting fun facts about the individuals in our care at the Zoo. After the brief introduction and interaction with related animal artifacts, families will be guided through a painting experience using tempera paint and 8x10 canvases. Depending on the featured animal, experiences may take place in the zoo at the animal’s habitat or in a space more conducive to viewing the featured animal.
At the conclusion of the painting experience, a painting or print from the featured animal will be given away to one lucky participant. While paintings dry, families are welcome to enjoy the rest of Sunset Zoo.
Space is limited, thus pre-registration is required. Registration is first come, first serve. Sunset Zoo staff will greet families participating in front of the Zoo’s ticket booth and guide participants to the location of the painting experience. Experiences will last approximately 45 minutes.
Time
9 & 11:15 AM
Price (per session)
FOSZ Members $17 Non-Members $20 Ferret 1/27 | 11:15 AM Poison Dart Frog 3/30 | 11:15 AM Red Panda 5/4 | 9 AM Cheetah 7/13 | 9 AM Lemur 9/14 | 9 AM
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Sunset Zoo
School Age Programs
Summer Safari Camp | Grades K-5
Explore the wonderful world of animals through Sunset Zoo’s weekly camp adventures! Each day, campers will enjoy live animal presentations, scienceoriented lessons, games and crafts. Visits to zoo exhibits, animal encounters and behind-the-scenes explorations round out each week! All camps taught by Zoo staff trained in child development.
Weekly summer camp sessions for 2024 begin May 28th and run through August 9th. Parents can drop students off as early as 7:30am and pick them up as late as 5:30pm. Snacks are provided but participants must bring a sack lunch.
Two age-specific options are available during Summer Safari Camps, 2 classes for grades K-3, the Hyena Clan and another for grades 4-5, the Chimp Troop.
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Price (weekly session)
FOSZ
Non-Members $170
Hyena Clan (Kindergarten - 3rd Grade Camp)
Marvelous
Time
Members $150
Chimp Troop (4th
Camp) Passport to the Zoo May 28 - May 31 Wide World of Wild Sports June 3 - June 7 Chain, Chain, Chain June 10 - June 14 Magnificent Metamorphosis June 17-8 & June 20-21 Social Structures June 24 - June 28 When Do We Sleep? July 1-3, & July 5 Beach Vacation July 8 - July 12 River Cruise July 15 - July 19 All About Birds July 22 - July 26
- 5th Grade
Migration July 29 - Aug 2
Insects Aug 5 - Aug 9 Wonders Around the World May 28 - May 31 Animal Athletes June 3 - June 7 Links in the Food Chain June 10 - June 14 The Changes of Metamorphosis June 17-8 & June 20-21 Social Animals June 24 - June 28 Behavior Patterns July 1-3, & July 5 A Trip to the Beach July 8 - July 12 Rivers of the World July 15 - July 19 Beautiful Birds July 22 - July 26 Migration is a Marathon July 29 - Aug 2 All About Insects Aug 5 - Aug 9
Incredible
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Opens March
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Registration
25 at 8 AM
Sunset Zoo
sunsetzoo.com
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Frog Venture
Do you get excited about the conservation efforts for frogs and toads in your area? Have you been thinking about getting involved in FrogWatch of the Flint Hills but not sure if it you’re ready to commit? Join us here at Sunset Zoo for a Frog Venture. You will learn about the training involved in the program and even get to “hunt” for some frogs here at the zoo!
Date
Friday, May 17 Time 7:30 - 10 PM
Price
$10
Frogwatch for Families
Join us for this fun family program to learn about the conservation efforts of frogs and toads in and around our area. Training will occur and an overnight observation will happen. During your overnight experience, you will get a chance to hear and maybe even see frogs and toads in action! This activity is geared for pre-teens and their families. Cost is $30 per family, and registration is limited.
Dates
June 14 - June 15
Time
Friday, June 14 (arrive) 7 PM
Saturday, June 15 (depart) 9 AM
Price
$30 per family - Up to 3 family members. Each additional family member is $10.
Zoo Teens
Help educate others about animals and conservation while working with Sunset Zoo’s animal residents. Zoo Teens are high school aged volunteers, 14 to 19 years old. (All zoo teens must be pursuing a high school education while participating in the program). Zoo teens gain behind-the-scenes experience with all aspects of the Zoo’s daily operations including: shadowing staff, animal demonstrations, Zookeeping chores, conservation projects, photography and much, much more! As a Zoo volunteer, you choose the activities that interest you most.
There will be both online and in-person training in May of 2024 with a date announced at a later date.
To learn more and register visit, www.sunsetzoo. com/314/Zoo-Teens
Ages
14-19 years old
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Events
Bugs and Beer
In the spirit of creativity and experimentation that defines science, the Kansas Science Festival and Manhattan Brewing Company are co-creating a food and beer tasting experience that revolves around the “bugs” that transform the ingredients that we consume. These “bugs” are typically microbes— yeasts, molds, and bacteria—but actual bugs are now also making their way onto our menus.
Date
Thursday, March 28
Location
Manhattan Brewing Company
Time
7 PM
Sunset Zoo Summer Hours
Hours (Daily)
9:30 AM – 5 PM
Spring/Sumer Dates
April 1 – October 31
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Solar Eclipse Experience with the Animals
Come join Sunset Zoo and the animals for a Solar Eclipse experience, Monday, April 8. Regular zoo admission applies, but with admission the first 100 guests will receive solar eclipse glasses, light refreshments at the Limestone Pavilion, and Animals Ambassador programs and educational Wonder Spot activities. The peak time for the eclipse will be in the afternoon, but come enjoy the entire time with us and explore with the animals at Sunset Zoo.
Date
Monday, April 8
Price
Time
12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Regular Admission Rates Apply
Kansas Science Festival
Sunset Zoo is a partner with the Kansas Science Festival and encourages the public to participate in day long activities in Downtown Manhattan from a fun run, to activity booths. For more detailed information please visit the Kansas Science Festival at scienceks.org
Date
Saturday, April 27
Location
Downtown Manhattan - Poyntz Ave.
Earth Day – Party for the Planet
Celebrate the natural world and its amazing animals with a Zoo full of family-friendly activities.
Date
Saturday, April 20
Price Regular zoo admission rates
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Sunset Zoo
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Events
Wine in the Wild hosted by Friends of Sunset Zoo
Stroll the Zoo’s trails, sampling various wines and heavy hour d’oeuvres while enjoying music and the Zoo’s wild animal residents. Hosted by the Friends of Sunset Zoo. Ticket information coming soon! Tune into Sunset Zoo’s social media for more information.
Father’s Day at Sunset Zoo
All dads are admitted free to the Zoo on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 16. Bring dad and the entire family for an adventure and visit with some of our amazing animals. Regular admission rates apply to other guests.
Date Sunday, June 16
Price
Time 9:30 AM - 5 PM
All dads admitted free with another paid admission
Water Safari & Water Matters Day
Learn more about water conservation with interactive booths and water play, in partnership with the Konza Rotary. Throughout the entire day, kids receive free admission.
Date Saturday, August 3 Time 12 PM - 4:30 PM
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