St Patrick's Day 2026

We hope everyone had fun celebrating St. Patrick's Day in Kansas. Check back here next February to see when 2027 events will be announced.

History of Irish Immigration to Kansas

Kansas' history is full of Irish roots, with many communities across the state having significant

Farm-fresh ingredients find their way onto menus across the countryside and cityscapes of The Sunflower State. Here are three handpicked favorites from each of the state’s six regions.

This post was written in collaboration with Debbie Leckron Miller, Lauren Sieben, Gary Thompson, and Vanessa

The stats don’t lie: Kansas is filled with impressive sights, heights, celebrations, and stunning landscapes. Here are 30 attractions and experiences that you’re likely to remember forever.

1.5
miles equals one full lap around Kansas Speedway’s tri-oval track in Kansas City. Visit during racing

The itch to travel doesn’t hibernate. Cooler weather keeps us indoors, but that doesn’t mean we can’t get out and explore during the cooler seasons. Take advantage of the sunny days and hit the Kansas roads with your friends and family. Your soul will thank you for it. Here are over 50 places to

The winter in Kansas keeps many of us indoors, and visiting a museum is a fantastic way to avoid the freezing temperatures that come with the season. Kansas has 125+ museums across the state dedicated to a variety of interests, including science, history, and art, as well as transportation museums

The Oregon Trail (apart from being a fun video game) is one of the most historically significant routes in America. Between the 1840s and 1860s, it is estimated that hundreds of thousands of people traversed the Great Plains on their way to various destinations out west, such as Oregon, but also

You don’t have to be a presidential historian to appreciate the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library, Museum and Boyhood Home. On a 22-acre campus that includes Dwight and Mamie’s burial site, follow Ike’s rise from a humble Abilene childhood to five-star Army general, war hero and president of

If you’re searching for a truly unique Kansas experience, look no further than Rock The Plains 2025. Set against the stunning backdrop of Tuttle Creek State Park in Manhattan, this two-day festival blends the raw energy of Texas and Red Dirt country with the down-home charm of our region. It’s more

In Manhattan’s lively Aggieville district, wake up with Varsity Donuts, serving a maple-frosted Scouts Honor doughnut with toasted coconut. After indulging, pedal off the calories on one of the city’s rentals—perhaps to the Flint Hills Discovery Center. An immersive short film,

If you’re looking for spooky travel adventures, this list of 13 of the most haunted places to visit in Kansas is for you! Focusing on unique experiences and haunted hotels in Kansas, we know you will find spooktacular adventures you will never forget!

Wilson, Kansas railroad tracks

Haunted Kansas