Events in Shawnee, KS
There's always a great, upcoming event to plan for in Shawnee, KS! We've highlighted a list of larger city events located below. These include intimate concerts, major city-wide festivals, competitions, holiday celebrations, and much more. They've been sorted by date and as we get more details we will update each event's information with the venue, dates, times, etc...
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Sprinkler running at PARKED, taking place annually at Stump Park in June!
The Shawnee St. Patrick's Parade is a full day of family fun that features a variety of activities all centered around a parade that heads west to east down Johnson Drive. The parade traditionally ends in Downtown Shawnee at Johnson and Nieman and is then followed by the annual (rubber) Duck Race benefitting the Shawnee Sister Cities Committee. There is also traditional Irish food and drink available with the purchase of a ticket to the after party at the Shawnee Knights of Columbus.
When: Traditionally the weekend before St. Patrick's Day. 2021 Date TBD.
Where: Downtown Shawnee along Johnson Drive
Organizer: Irish American Club of Johnson County
Tickets: FREE to watch, tickets for after party and Duck purchase for Duck Race are required.
Taste of Shawnee is an annual food festival-style event held as a fundraiser to benefit a variety of causes! Held at Shawnee Town 1929, you certainly won't leave hungry. Taste Tickets are redeemed at a variety of tables/tastings hosted by local restaurants and vendors.
When: Traditionally in late April or early May. 2021 Date TBD.
Where: Shawnee Town 1929
Organizer: Rotary Club of Shawnee
Tickets: $10 entry which provides 5 Taste Tickets
A Shawnee staple, Tour De Shawnee is a cycling race that offers various lengths and routes for different levels of riders! Traditionally kicking off early on Sunday morning, riders are provided a vehicle-free route, escorted by Shawnee police. Cyclists of all ages and experience are encouraged to participate. It's the perfect first-timer race or one to hone your skills.
When: Sunday, May 2, 2021
Where: Throughout Shawnee
Organizer: City of Shawnee Parks and Rec
Tickets: TBD, rider registration required
Old Shawnee Days is our city's marquee annual event that features a whole weekend of fun! Known throughout the entire region as one of the largest carnivals in the area, it features tons of games, rides, and much more.
The weekend traditionally kicks off with rides opening Thursday evening and then vendor booths additionally opening on Friday evening. Saturday is jam-packed with things to do as the morning hosts a full parade featuring floats from local businesses and elected officials, which is then followed by the annual Tomato Roll, pie and baking contests, and a Rolle Bolle Championship. There are also many activities available around Shawnee Town 1929 for the whole family to enjoy on Saturday too and then finally in the evening the headlining band plays a concert where thousands are usually in attendance to enjoy...for free! Rides and concessions are also open on Sunday day.
Important note: Thursday and Sunday offer All You Can Ride wristbands.
When: Thursday, June 3 - Sunday, June 6, 2021
Where: Shawnee Town 1929 and Downtown Shawnee
Organizer: Old Shawnee Days Society
Tickets: FREE but costs for concessions and rides
PARKED! is a Fourth of July themed food truck and music festival! Each year held at Stump Park, it's a great way to get outdoors with the whole family on a Friday evening. Stop by and grab a bite to eat from any of the dozen food trucks parked nearby, pop a squat to listen to the band playing, and let the kids roam to play in the bounce houses and run the sprinklers!
When: Traditionally the Friday before Fourth of July. 2021 Date TBD
Where: Stump Park
Organizer: City of Shawnee Parks and Recreation
Tickets: FREE
Each late summer, the City of Shawnee Parks and Rec hosts a concert in the intimate park nestled in downtown Shawnee: West Flanders Park. Stop by for some energetic and fun live music and grab a bite to eat at the specially selected food truck. Best of all...it's free!
When: Traditionally the first Friday in August. 2021 Date TBD
Where: West Flanders Park
Organizer: City of Shawnee Parks and Recreation
Tickets: FREE
Gear heads and car aficionados are invited to the annual Wheels and Dreams Car, Truck, and Bike. With live music, vendors, food trucks, and of course hundreds of classic and souped-up vehicles it's the perfect weekend outing for the family. Have a cool ride you want to show off? You can even do that too.
When: Traditionally the second Saturday in September. 2021 Date TBD
Where: Shawnee Town 1929
Organizer: Shawnee Town 1929 & Friends of Shawnee Town
Tickets: FREE
Each Fall the Friends of Shawnee Town host their annual Craft and Fall Festival on the Shawnee Town grounds! Explore the entire event as there are dozens of vendors who can offer great items to spruce up the house, serve as a great gift, or even get your earliest of early Christmas shopping done. PLUS there are free activities as well to entertain the kiddos.
When: Traditionally in mid-September. 2021 Date TBD.
Where: Shawnee Town 1929
Organizer: Friends of Shawnee Town and Shawnee Town 1929
Tickets: $1 per person, vendors must register
Shawnee's sanctioned BBQ competition, features live music, educational classes, vendors and more at this two-day festival-style event. Shawnee Town 1929's grounds are taken over by dozens and dozens of competition teams creating a party-like atmosphere!
When: Thursday, September 24 and Friday, September 25, 2021
Where: Shawnee Town 1929
Organizer: City of Shawnee Parks and Recreation
Tickets: TBD, teams must register
Scarecrow Festival is a children's focused fall crafting event hosted in downtown Shawnee in the parking lot at City Hall! Children are able to decorate pumpkins and complete other fall-related crafts. Parents can also enjoy the Farmer's Market and seasonal displays. Make sure to also explore other areas of downtown Shawnee to see any of the businesses' own decorated and themed Scarecrows for the annual competition.
When: Traditionally the first weekend in October. 2021 Date TBD
Where: Shawnee City Hall
Organizer: Shawnee Downtown Partnership
Tickets: FREE
Visiting the Holiday Treasures Craft Festival is the perfect way to get lots of your holiday shopping done in one bout! Held at the Shawnee Civic Centre, there are so many vendors offering goods its hard not to be overwhelmed but keep in mind, admission is free so you have nothing to lose by stopping by!
When: Traditionally the last weekend in October. 2021 Date TBD
Where: Shawnee Civic Centre
Organizer: City of Shawnee Parks and Rec
Tickets: FREE, Vendors must register
Explore three different Christmas cultures in one event at Shawnee's Christkindlmarkt. Hosted by the Shawnee Sister Cities Committee, the holiday-themed event features an appearance by Santa, carolers, holiday treats, and crafts for entertaining the children.
When: Traditionally the first Saturday in December. 2021 Date TBD
Where: Shawnee City Hall
Organizer: Shawnee Sister Cities Committee
Tickets: FREE
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Shawnee Town 1929 is Shawnee's premier historical attraction located in the heart of its downtown. Their grounds full of true-to-era buildings can be explored as they offer a variety of historical insights and views into what Shawnee was like in the 1920s.
They also host numerous events throughout the year that range from education, live music, family focused, and much more. While we've listed a few of their major events below, we encourage you to explore their calendar of events.
Some highlights include:
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- Bloody Mary Rollout Party and Tomato Roll
- Jammin' on the Green
- History on the Tap
- Time Travelers
- Historical Hauntings
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To see Shawnee Town 1929's full list of upcoming events click the link below to view their calendar.
Looking for any other type of event hosted in Shawnee? A happy hour? Live music? We encourage you to browse Facebook's event function as many local businesses tend to upload their events to Facebook. Click below to explore events on Facebook.