Topeka Honors Veterans With Sunflower Salute Parade
Local bands, JROTC groups and vintage military vehicles marched through Topeka for the annual Veterans Day tribute.
Live Poll
Do you think your community does enough to support its veterans?
Topeka Other News
This page covers seasonal programming, special attractions, entertainment venue openings and community events. It tracks gatherings and happenings in the city that exist outside of traditional news genres.
Civic
Topeka Eyes Convention Growth at State of Community
Greater Topeka Partnership gathered local officials and leaders to discuss housing, infrastructure and downtown venue plans.
Seasonal Events
Live Poll
Do you think local museums should host more community events for holidays in your area?
Kansas Museum Hosts First Halloween History Event
The Topeka institution introduced a seasonal history-themed scavenger hunt for local visitors.
Ice Shows
Live Poll
Would you support the city of Topeka funding part of a downtown ice rink?
Evergy Plaza Ice Rink Opening Delayed to Winter
Downtown Topeka Foundation adds a metal canopy to the outdoor rink, pushing its projected opening to late December or early January.
Other — General
Live Poll
Would you attend a community event in your area if the weather forecast included rain?
Topeka Residents Attend Car Show Trunk-and-Treat
The local community gathered for a vehicle display and Halloween festivities at the corner of 17th and Fairlawn.
Fairs and Festivals
Washburn University Hosts Annual Fall Festival
Students enjoyed seasonal activities and refreshments at the campus event.
More in Other
Regular subjects here include large public gatherings, new event spaces, unique festivals and cross-type cultural occurrences. Reporting spans the city and the communities around it. These events often rely on seasonal cycles or temporary venue permits that fluctuate throughout the year. Attendance records and site logistics determine the scale of these stories as they develop.