Night Life

Emporia’s hometown atmosphere is perfect for a casual night out with friends. BOURBON COWBOY (605 Commercial St), is a 6,000 square foot, two-level country dance bar and pool hall. MULREADY’S PUB (717 Commercial St) serves 23 beers on tap, 70+ bottles of beer, and over 140 combined bourbons, scotches, and whiskies from around the world. Tap into your inner lumberjack and step up to throw down at THE AXE SHEDD, 616 Commercial Street. BRUFF’S BAR & GRILL is the place to be with a full food menu, pool tables, darts, and bar. TROLLEY HOUSE DISTILLERY (502 S Commercial St), is one of only 6 microdistilleries in the state. Their tasting room is the perfect place to enjoy seasonal cocktails.

MET&L Prairie Pour Tour

Consider yourself a craft beverage enthusiast?! The MET&L Prairie Pour Tour takes you on a journey through the beautiful Flint Hills of Kansas, including the communities of Manhattan, Emporia, Topeka and Lawrence. Check in at local breweries, wineries, and distilleries using the Prairie Pour Tour App and win prizes. Go to prairiepourtour.com for 2024 tour dates.