Fall/Winter Events

2021 FALL/WINTER EVENTS

SEPT. 11

Outdoor Kansas for Kids Day

Shawnee North Nature Trail Archery, casting (fishing) practice, nature painting and much more. Age: Family Friendly Time: Sat., 9 a.m.-Noon Fee: Free

SEPT. 22

Preschool Track and Field Meet

Central Park Community Center 251-6965 Age: 3-5 yrs.

(who have not attended kindergarten) Date: Sept. 22 Time: Wed. 6-8 p.m. Fee: $15 for all events

SEPT. 17-OCT. 3

Ward-Meade Garden Glow

Ward-Meade Botanical Garden The Ward-Meade Botanical Garden will glow with illuminated annuals, trees and lighted displays including larger-than-life flowers. Time: 7-10 p.m. Fee: $5, children under age 5 free

SEPT. 24

Parks For All Foundation Golf Tournament

Lake Shawnee Golf Course

OCT. 30

7th Annual Spookomotive

Gage Park Mini-Train This delightful, not frightful train is just the ticket for the family. You never know who you will see along the way. The Rec+Roll Van will be on site providing Halloween music. Age: Family Friendly Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Date: Oct. 30 Fee: $2

DEC. 3, 4 & 10

Holiday Happenings

Old Prairie Town Experience the charm of the beautifully decorated Old Prairie Town at Ward-Meade Historic Site and enjoy a Victorian candlelight dinner from an elegant buffet while listening to period music. Please call 785-251-6993 for your reservation. Time: 6-9 p.m. (Doors open at 6 p.m. Dinner is served at 6:30 p.m.) Fee: $35 per person (includes Victorian dinner, dessert, tour and entertainment)

DEC. 4

Holiday Craft Show

Crestview Community Center Shop for homemade local goods from for the perfect gift. Time: Sat. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Fee: Free Admission

DEC. 8

Candy Cane Hunt

Crestview Community Center There is a rumor going around that Santa is hiding candy canes around Crestview Community Center. Pre-registration is required. Age: All ages Time: Fri. 6-7:30 p.m. Fee: $5

DEC. 11

Children’s Shopping Spree

Garfield Shelter House The event is for ages 5+ to come shop for gifts from different vendors inside the gym at Garfield Community Center. All items are $10 or less. Interested in being a vendor, call 251-6950 to register today. Time: 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Fee: Free Admission

DEC. 18

Old Prairie Town Christmas

Old Prairie Town Old Prairie Town will be filled with activities around every corner. New this year, one of Santa’s reindeer will be stopping by. Age: Family Friendly Time: Sat. 4-7 p.m. Fee: $5 @ the gate per person