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Downtown Hays

  1. Friday Country Club Nights at the Home Event Center

    October 6, 2023, 9:00 PM
    @

    The Home Event Center

    Friday Country Club Nights at the Home Event Center

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  2. Downtown Hays Market

    October 7, 2023, 7:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    @
    Downtown Pavilion

    Join us at the market as we welcome growers, craftsmen, bakers, honey producers, artists, & musicians to Downtown Hays.

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  3. Downtown Hays Market

    October 14, 2023, 7:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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    Downtown Pavilion

    Join us at the market as we welcome growers, craftsmen, bakers, honey producers, artists, & musicians to Downtown Hays.

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  4. Front Door Friday Night with the Hays Fire Department

    October 20, 2023, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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    Hays Fire Department

    It's that time of year again!!!!!!! It's Front Porch Friday Night tonight!! Every third Friday through the summer your firefighters will be outside in front of the station. Come down & talk to your firefighters.

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  5. Haunted Hays City Tour

    October 20, 2023, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    @

    Hays Community Theatre

    It's that time of year!!! Walk the haunted streets of Hays City with your ghostly guide. Join us for a walking tour & hear the spooky tales of the outlaws that walked the streets of Old Hays City in the 1870s.

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  6. Downtown Hays Market

    October 21, 2023, 7:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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    Downtown Pavilion

    Join us at the market as we welcome growers, craftsmen, bakers, honey producers, artists, & musicians to Downtown Hays.

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  7. Haunted Hays City Tour

    October 21, 2023, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    @

    Hays Community Theatre

    It's that time of year!!! Walk the haunted streets of Hays City with your ghostly guide. Join us for a walking tour & hear the spooky tales of the outlaws that walked the streets of Old Hays City in the 1870s.

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Family & Kid Friendly

  1. RPM Speedway IMCA Races: 17th Annual Fall Nationals

    October 5, 2023, 6:00 PM
    @
    Rolling Plains Motor Speedway

    Come out & have a great time with us!!

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  2. RPM Speedway IMCA Races: 17th Annual Fall Nationals

    October 6, 2023, 6:00 PM
    @
    Rolling Plains Motor Speedway

    Come out & have a great time with us!!

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  3. Flicks at the Crick Outdoor Movie

    October 6, 2023, 8:30 PM
    @

    Creekside Resort 

    You’ll definitely want to schedule a FREE movie under the stars to your summer must do’s! Movie title to be announced soon...

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  4. Pa's Pumpkin Patch

    October 7, 2023, 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    @

    978 250th Ave.

    Come on out for a wonderful time!!!

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  5. Cottage Lane Pumpkin Patch at Ellis, KS

    October 7, 2023, 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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    Cottage Lane Pumpkin Patch

    Harvest of Pumpkins. Visit our farmstead with it's charming rural setting. U-Pick-M Pumpkins, maze, hayride, farm animals, shop in barn for candles & fall decor. Different schedule this fall, due to shortage of staffing. Now open September 24-Oct. 31: Saturdays 11 AM- 6 PM, & Sundays 1-6 PM. Weekdays by appointment. NOT open on Friday. School field trips & tours welcome!

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  6. RPM Speedway IMCA Races: 17th Annual Fall Nationals

    October 7, 2023, 6:00 PM
    @
    Rolling Plains Motor Speedway

    Thursday, Friday, & Saturday. Come out & have a great time with us!!

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  7. Pa's Pumpkin Patch

    October 8, 2023, 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    @

    978 250th Ave.

    Come on out for a wonderful time!!!

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  8. Cottage Lane Pumpkin Patch at Ellis, KS

    October 8, 2023, 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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    Cottage Lane Pumpkin Patch

    Harvest of Pumpkins. Visit our farmstead with it's charming rural setting. U-Pick-M Pumpkins, maze, hayride, farm animals, shop in barn for candles & fall decor. Different schedule this fall, due to shortage of staffing. Now open September 24-October 31: Saturdays 11 AM- 6 PM, & Sundays 1-6 PM. Weekdays by appointment. NOT open on Friday. School field trips & tours welcome!

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  9. Pa's Pumpkin Patch

    October 14, 2023, 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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    978 250th Ave.

    Come on out for a wonderful time!!!

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  10. Cottage Lane Pumpkin Patch at Ellis, KS

    October 14, 2023, 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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    Cottage Lane Pumpkin Patch

    Harvest of Pumpkins. Visit our farmstead with it's charming rural setting. U-Pick-M Pumpkins, maze, hayride, farm animals, shop in barn for candles & fall decor. Different schedule this fall, due to shortage of staffing. Now open September 24-Oct. 31: Saturdays 11 AM- 6 PM, & Sundays 1-6 PM. Weekdays by appointment. NOT open on Friday. School field trips & tours welcome!

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  11. Pa's Pumpkin Patch

    October 15, 2023, 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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    978 250th Ave.

    Come on out for a wonderful time!!!

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  12. Cottage Lane Pumpkin Patch at Ellis, KS

    October 15, 2023, 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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    Cottage Lane Pumpkin Patch

    Harvest of Pumpkins. Visit our farmstead with it's charming rural setting. U-Pick-M Pumpkins, maze, hayride, farm animals, shop in barn for candles & fall decor. Different schedule this fall, due to shortage of staffing. Now open September 24-October 31: Saturdays 11 AM- 6 PM, & Sundays 1-6 PM. Weekdays by appointment. NOT open on Friday. School field trips & tours welcome!

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  13. Kids Night Out

    October 20, 2023, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    @

    Heartland Academy of Hays

    Drop off the kids for two hours of themed fun, gymnastics, games, & snacks! Held once each month on a Friday night. Kids Night Out: Ages 4 & up, $12/child. Public welcome

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  14. Pa's Pumpkin Patch

    October 21, 2023, 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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    978 250th Ave.

    Come on out for a wonderful time!!!

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  15. Cottage Lane Pumpkin Patch at Ellis, KS

    October 21, 2023, 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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    Cottage Lane Pumpkin Patch

    Harvest of Pumpkins. Visit our farmstead with it's charming rural setting. U-Pick-M Pumpkins, maze, hayride, farm animals, shop in barn for candles & fall decor. Different schedule this fall, due to shortage of staffing. Now open September 24-Oct. 31: Saturdays 11 AM- 6 PM, & Sundays 1-6 PM. Weekdays by appointment. NOT open on Friday. School field trips & tours welcome!

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  16. Flicks at the Crick Outdoor Movie

    October 21, 2023, 8:30 PM
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    Creekside Resort 

    You’ll definitely want to schedule a FREE movie under the stars to your summer must do’s! Movie title to be announced soon...

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  17. Pa's Pumpkin Patch

    October 22, 2023, 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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    978 250th Ave.

    Come on out for a wonderful time!!!

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  18. Cottage Lane Pumpkin Patch at Ellis, KS

    October 22, 2023, 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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    Cottage Lane Pumpkin Patch

    Harvest of Pumpkins. Visit our farmstead with it's charming rural setting. U-Pick-M Pumpkins, maze, hayride, farm animals, shop in barn for candles & fall decor. Different schedule this fall, due to shortage of staffing. Now open September 24-October 31: Saturdays 11 AM- 6 PM, & Sundays 1-6 PM. Weekdays by appointment. NOT open on Friday. School field trips & tours welcome!

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  19. Pa's Pumpkin Patch

    October 28, 2023, 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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    978 250th Ave.

    Come on out for a wonderful time!!!

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  20. Cottage Lane Pumpkin Patch at Ellis, KS

    October 28, 2023, 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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    Cottage Lane Pumpkin Patch

    Harvest of Pumpkins. Visit our farmstead with it's charming rural setting. U-Pick-M Pumpkins, maze, hayride, farm animals, shop in barn for candles & fall decor. Different schedule this fall, due to shortage of staffing. Now open September 24-Oct. 31: Saturdays 11 AM- 6 PM, & Sundays 1-6 PM. Weekdays by appointment. NOT open on Friday. School field trips & tours welcome!

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  21. Open Gym for the Kids

    October 28, 2023, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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    Heartland Academy of Hays

    WORK ON THE SKILLS YOU WANT! Take advantage of coach's direction & work on a spring floor, bars, beam, vault, tumble trak, mats, & more!

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  22. Flicks at the Crick Outdoor Movie

    October 28, 2023, 8:30 PM
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    Creekside Resort 

    You’ll definitely want to schedule a FREE movie under the stars to your must do’s! Movie title is HOCUS POCUS!! Come out & have some FUN!!!

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  23. Pa's Pumpkin Patch

    October 29, 2023, 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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    978 250th Ave.

    Come on out for a wonderful time!!!

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  24. Cottage Lane Pumpkin Patch at Ellis, KS

    October 29, 2023, 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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    Cottage Lane Pumpkin Patch

    Harvest of Pumpkins. Visit our farmstead with it's charming rural setting. U-Pick-M Pumpkins, maze, hayride, farm animals, shop in barn for candles & fall decor. Different schedule this fall, due to staffing shortage. Now open Sept. 24-Oct.31: Saturday 11 AM- 6 PM, & Sunday 1-6 PM. Weekdays by appointment. NOT open Friday. School field trips & tours welcome!

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Fundraisers

  1. Empty Place at the Table

    October 7, 2023, 5:30 PM
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    Rose Garden Banquet Hall

    A stellar Soiree supporting Jana's Campaign. Empty Place at the Table is Jana's Campaign's most anticipated annual event & this year even more so as we will begin the celebration of 15 years of providing violence prevention education programming in honor of Jana.

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  2. Stars & Stripes Breakfast

    October 8, 2023, 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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    VFW Hall

    All you can eat: bacon, sausage, eggs, hash browns, pancakes, biscuits & gravy, orange juice, & coffee.

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  3. 2nd Annual Serena's Sunflower 5K

    October 14, 2023, 9:00 AM
    @
    Fort Hays State University

    In loving memory of Serena Blaske-Serena was a FHSU student in the Teacher Education Program. Her energetic spirit & never ending smiles are missed but not forgotten. All proceeds go to maintain a scholarship in Serena's honor. Call Linda Feldstein with any questions (610)737-0091.

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  4. Fall Festival

    October 20, 2023, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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    Fort Hays State University Quad

    Presented by FHSU Student Engagement. Come join us get into the Fall spirit at Fall Festival. There will be food & many fun fall activities to participate in. Don't miss the festivities! There will be hayrides, carnival games, photo booth, trunk or treat, & so much more!

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  5. Soup Fest

    October 20, 2023, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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    FHSU Albertson Hall

    FHSU Chapter NSSLHA hosting. Profits will go to offset the expense to families with children receiving services at The Herndon Clinic.

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  6. TMP-M PTF Soup Supper

    October 22, 2023, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    @
    Thomas More Prep-Marian High School

    Please join us for the TMP-M PTF Soup Supper: Chili Soup, Green Bean Dumpling Soup, Sandwiches, & Cinnamon Rolls will be served. It is a Free Will Offering with proceeds supporting the classrooms & student scholarships.

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  7. 7th Annual Hays Area Holiday Toy Run

    October 28, 2023, 2:30 PM
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    Fuzzy's Taco Shop

    All motorcycles welcome. Please bring a new unwrapped toy for a boy or girl ages infant to 18 years -No bicycles.

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  8. Crawl to End Alz

    October 28, 2023, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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    Sip N' Spin Bar & Grill

    Join us for a spooktacular event! Crawl to End Alz, a bar crawl, is planned for Saturday, October 28th to raise awareness & funds for the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Hays.

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German Heritage

  1. Katharinenstadt"s Essenfest-German Style Cook-Off

    October 22, 2023, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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    Kennedy Middle School Cafeteria

    St. Catherine's Christian Mothers Annual KATHARINENSTADT'S ESSENFEST German Style Cook-Off. Proceeds will be donated to local charities.

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Libraries

  1. Oktoberfest at the Library

    October 7, 2023, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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    Hays Public Library

    Celebrate Oktoberfest at the Library!

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  2. In Our Community: Chestnut Street Floral

    October 10, 2023, 6:00 PM
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    Hays Public Library

    Join HPL in hearing about the story behind Chestnut Street Floral.

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  3. Harry Potter Family Night

    October 12, 2023, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
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    Hays Public Library

    Harry Potter fans, come to the library for an all-ages evening of food, trivia, & all things Harry Potter!

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  4. Trivia Night at the Paisley Pear: Spooky Themed

    October 17, 2023, 6:30 PM
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    Paisley Pear

    The theme for October is "Spooky". There will be prizes! Get your reservation in soon!

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  5. City & County Governments in Kansas

    October 24, 2023, 6:00 PM
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    Hays Public Library

    Ever wonder about your city & county government? This presentation will explore how Kansas counties are different from cities, what each does, & how they are financed.

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  6. Trick or Treat on the Bricks

    October 31, 2023, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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    Hays Public Library

    Stop by the library on your way through Downtown Hays for activities, games, candy, warm apple cider, & cinnamon rolls!

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  7. Trick or Treat on the Bricks at Hays Public Library

    October 31, 2023, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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    Hays Public Library

    Stop by the library on your way through Downtown for activities, games, candy, apple cider, & cinnamon rolls!

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Main Calendar

  1. Options: 40th Anniversary Celebration

    October 6, 2023, 7:00 PM
    @

    Farmers Insurance

    Join us for an evening filled with engaging conversations, shared memories, & a vision for the next chapter of our journey.

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  2. HaysMed Blood Screening

    October 7, 2023, 6:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    @

    HaysMed

    10-12 hours fasting preferred. Cash or check only.

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  3. Victoria's Annual Fall Market

    October 7, 2023, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    @

    Victoria Elementary School

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  4. Purple Light Night

    October 7, 2023, 7:00 PM
    @

    Farmer's Insurance

    October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, & Options Domestic & Sexual Violence Services is bringing awareness to our communities through several awareness & educational events. We invite community members to take action, prevent domestic violence, & support survivors. OPTIONS invites the community to show support for survivors at these ceremonies.

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  5. Ellis County Historical Society's Volunteer Tuesday Work Night

    October 10, 2023, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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    Ellis County Historical Society Museum

    You are invited to join us the 2nd Tuesday of every month. This is a "COME & GO" event, & you don't need to register in advance. Just come on down!

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  6. Collect-O-Con

    October 14, 2023, 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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    Big Creek Crossing

    Come on down to our Collect-O-Con event brought to you by Big Creek Crossing & Pro Image Sports. Here you can browse vendors showcasing collectibles like sports memorabilia, coins, history, & more!

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  7. Fire Safety Open House

    October 14, 2023, 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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    Ellis County Fire Dept.

    Established 1973-Company #5. Learn about Fire Safety at home! Explore the Fire Trucks! Fun Games for the Kids!

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  8. Fall Election Forum

    October 17, 2023, 6:00 PM
    @
    Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center

    The Chamber in Hays, Kansas in partnership with the Fort Hays State University Docking Institute, Political Science Department, Student Government Association, & American Democracy Project is pleased to offer a fall election forum for voters within the USD 489 boundaries & City of Hays.

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  9. Farm to Fork Dinner *Sold Out*

    October 19, 2023, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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    The Strand Event Center

    Enjoy a fine night of dining. Only 100 tickets will be sold - Contact the DHDC Office to reserve yours! Proceeds from the event will benefit the Downtown Hays Market so local producers can continue to provide locally grown products & handcrafted gifts.

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  10. Hurts Donuts from Wichita

    October 20, 2023, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    @

    Keller Williams Realty Signature Partners, LLC

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  11. Myrietta's Birthday Retro & Halloween Classic Car Show

    October 21, 2023, All Day

    Get ready to twist & shout at the 'Fabulous 50's Halloween/Myrietta's Birthday Bash'! Join us for a night of retro rock 'n' roll, poodle skirts, & classic cars as we celebrate in true 1950s style. Get your costumes & your coolest rides ready for a spooktacularly nostalgic evening filled with surprises & mouthwatering hot dogs! Let's make memories! See you!

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  12. Tiger Trivia Night at Defiance Downtown

    October 25, 2023, 5:30 PM

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  13. Annual Coat Drive GIVE AWAY DAY

    October 28, 2023, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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    Top Notch Cleaners 201 West 8th & Master Cleaners 200 West 8th

    All coats will be cleaned & repaired as needed by the two cleaners in time for distribution. There are no income guideline requirements for receiving coats ANYONE IN NEED OF A COAT MAY RECEIVE ONE.

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Meetings and Conferences

  1. Alzheimers Presentation

    October 10, 2023, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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    K-State Extension Office

    Monique Koerner-FCW Agent, K-State Research & Extension-is giving an educational presentation geared towards caregivers to discuss the KSRE Alzheimer's 101 program.

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  2. Dementia Presentation

    October 11, 2023, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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    K-State Extension Office

    Jill Wechsler-Care Coordinator, Clinkscales Elder Law Practice- will be giving a presentation over Behaviors of Dementia Patients complete with a discussion panel with experienced care givers.

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  3. Lunch & Learn: Estate Planning Isn't Just for Boomers

    October 12, 2023, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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    Brief Space

    It’s never too late (or early) to secure your legacy & protect your loved ones with an estate plan, whether you are a Boomer, GenX, or Millennial. The Heartland Community Foundation is pleased to offer a FREE Lunch & Learn workshop for you-- "Estate Planning Isn't Just for Boomers” -- to share some practical strategies to get started at any age, featuring speaker Julie Grabbe of Grabbe Law.

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  4. FHSU Management Development Center Workshop: HOMEwork: Managing the Work After 5

    October 12, 2023, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    @
    FHSU Memorial Union

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  5. Diabetes Symposium 2023 for Professionals in the Healthcare Field

    October 17, 2023, 8:30 AM - 3:45 PM
    @

    HaysMed-Hadley Rooms

    Target Audience: Physicians, physician assistants, advanced practice nurses, nurses, social workers, physical therapists, occupational therapists, & other interested healthcare professionals. This program is designed to improve diabetes including, but not limited to, management of diabetes, complications & diabetes-related diseases, lifestyle changes, diet & exercise to help with diabetes.

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  6. Hays Economic Outlook Conference

    October 19, 2023, 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM
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    Home Event Center

    Join business professionals from the Hays area. The purpose of the conference is to provide insight into current local & state economies, addressing topics of interest to the community, region, & state. A combination of state & local experts will be on hand to provide perspectives on issues affecting business, health care, industry, education, & government.

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  7. Humanities Kansas Speaker: Leo Olivia "Railroads, The Industry That Shaped Kansas"

    October 19, 2023, 7:00 PM
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    Ellis County Historical Society Museum

    Leo Oliva is a historian with a research focus on 19-century Kansas. He is the author of "Soldiers on the Santa Fe Trail," six books for the Kansas Fort Series, & a founding member of the Santa Fe Trail Association & Fort Larned Old Guard.

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  8. WKHRMA Annual Seminar

    October 24, 2023, 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
    @
    FHSU Memorial Union

    Western Kansas Human Resource Management Association hosting. Presentations by Melody Rayl & Laura Bailey Brown partners in the Fisher Phillips employment law firm, Kansas City.

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  9. FHSU Management Development Center Workshop: Leadercast: Human Intelligience

    October 26, 2023, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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    FHSU Memorial Union

    The world is changing faster than ever. We are all constantly bombarded on every side with noise & messaging, most of which we don't even ask for. With all of this noise, we can lose sight of what matters most. And what matters most is people. We must evolve & change with the culture, but we cannot sacrifice our humanity.

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  10. Science Cafe presents: "Perhaps a Corpse Would Be Re-Animated" The Science Behind Mary Shelley's Frankenstein

    October 30, 2023, 7:00 PM
    @
    The Venue

    Dr. Perez will discuss how Enlightenment culture & Science Influenced Shelley's famous book.

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Museums

  1. Ellis County Historical Society Museum hosts: DURAK Night

    October 4, 2023, 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    @
    Ellis County Historical Society Museum

    Come join us for DURAK Lessons, with Jerry Braun.

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  2. National Fossil Day 2023

    October 15, 2023, 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    @
    Sternberg Museum

    FREE DAY! Celebrate National Fossil Day 2023 at the Sternberg Museum on Sunday, October 15th! This is a FREE DAY at the Museum with special programming for visitors of all ages.

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  3. Ellis County Historical Society Museum hosts: DURAK Night

    October 18, 2023, 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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    Ellis County Historical Society Museum

    Come join us for DURAK Lessons, with Jerry Braun.

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Music & Entertainment

  1. The Fox Theatre: Saliva, Drowning Pool, & Adelitas Way, & Any Given Sin

    October 5, 2023, 6:30 PM
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    The Fox Theatre

    Get ready for an unforgettable epic night at the Fox Theatre on 10/05/23, as Drowning Pool, Saliva, & Adelitas Way take the stage to rock your world!!

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  2. Paisley Pear hosts: Alli & I

    October 6, 2023, 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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    Paisley Pear

    ALLI & I - LIVE ON TOUR - PROMOTING THE DOTTED LINES EP! Over the past decade & a half, Alli & I have made hundreds upon hundreds of friends; have played live everywhere from Boston to Los Angeles & countless stops in between.

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  3. Paisley Pear hosts: Engel Detherage Trio

    October 7, 2023, 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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    Paisley Pear 

    Always a fun GROOVY time!!

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  4. The Fox Theatre: Jacob Stelly with Parker Ryan & Cole Barnhill

    October 12, 2023, 6:30 PM
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    The Fox Theatre

    On an album filled with some of Texas' heavyweights & up-&-coming stars, though, it's Jacob Stelly who shines the brightest. He's a torchbearer & a trailblazer, howling at the moon in a voice that's unmistakably his own.

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  5. Paisley Pear hosts: Tom Pevear

    October 12, 2023, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

    With a deep love & knowledge of old blues, ragtime, country, & gospel music, Tulsa, OK based guitarist & singer, Tom Pevear arranges songs, some popular, some long lost, in a way that pays homage to the originals & fits his unique fingerstyle guitar approach.

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  6. Paisley Pear hosts: Joey Dean

    October 14, 2023, 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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    Paisley Pear 

    Hays, ya'll asked for Joey to return, & the Paisley Pear agreed it was a good idea! Join Joey on October 14 at his favorite stop in Hays, KS for some great music & a good time!

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  7. Philosophy Cafe: Vampires & Transformative Experience

    October 18, 2023, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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    Paisley Pear

    Hosted by the FHSU Department of Philosophy. Dr. Rob Byer will discuss the idea of transformative experience, as developed by philosopher L.A. Paul. Transformative experiences (such as childbirth or being turned into a vampire) represent an oddity, as we usually believe that we have a set of stable values & preferences that can guide us when we're making plans for the future or predicting how we'll handle a new situation.

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  8. Paisley Pear hosts: Samie Jo Pfeifer

    October 20, 2023, 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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    Paisley Pear 

    Reservations suggested: Samie Jo Pfeifer is a Hays, Kansas native. She has spent the last nine years in Portland, Oregon writing & performing music as well as working as a painter's assistant. In her spare time, she has been able to work remotely with her father, Tim Pfeifer, & family friend Darren Silkman, to record new music between them.

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  9. The Fox Theatre: Wade Bowen with Will Stalling & The Divided + Will Carter

    October 26, 2023, 6:30 PM
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    The Fox

    Twenty years & some 4,000 shows into his career, the name Wade Bowen has become synonymous with Texas country music – & for good reason.

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  10. Paisley Pear hosts: The Church Ladies-Unsupervised

    October 27, 2023, 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM

    We're headed back to Hays! Hope to see you at The Pear!

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  11. Hays Symphony presents: Children's Halloween Concert- Symphony in Space

    October 29, 2023, 1:15 PM
    @
    Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center

    Our annual Children's Halloween Concert featuring an afternoon of space music, including an original musical drama, "The Extraordinary Interplanetary Escapade of an Extra Terrestrial" following Alvin the Alien's planetary travels.. Pre-concert activities begin at 1:15 PM. Concert begins at 2:30 PM.

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Schools

  1. FHSU Encore Series: Chicago Tap Theatre

    October 10, 2023, 7:30 PM
    @
    Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center

    Chicago Tap Theatre is a vibrant dance company with a unique mission to preserve the quintessentially America dance form of tap & to take tap to the next level of creativity & innovation.

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  2. FHSU Encore Series: Coco in Concert on Tour

    October 31, 2023, 7:30 PM
    @
    Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center

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Seasonal Events

  1. Handmade Craft Boutique hosted by Your Voice Through Cancer

    October 7, 2023, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    @
    Gross Memorial Coliseum

    Come by, & do your Christmas shopping early. Everything is handmade.

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  2. Trick or Treat So Others Can Eat

    October 10, 2023, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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    Thru out Hays

    Non-perishable food drive for the Community Assistance Center, organized by the Hay High DECA. For more information, contact Shaina Prough, HHS, 785-623-2600.

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  3. Annual Fall Cleanup

    October 16, 2023, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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    Thru out the city of Hays

    The annual alley cleanup is an opportunity to discard items that would not be picked up in the normal refuse collection. 2023 Fall Cleanup will begin on October 16th. Be sure to have your items out by 7:00 a.m. You may begin to set out your items out on October 1st.

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  4. Annual Fall Cleanup

    October 17, 2023, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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    Thru out the city of Hays

    The annual alley cleanup is an opportunity to discard items that would not be picked up in the normal refuse collection. 2023 Fall Cleanup will begin on October 16th. Be sure to have your items out by 7:00 a.m. You may begin to set out your items out on October 1st.

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  5. Annual Fall Cleanup

    October 18, 2023, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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    Thru out the city of Hays

    The annual alley cleanup is an opportunity to discard items that would not be picked up in the normal refuse collection. 2023 Fall Cleanup will begin on October 16th. Be sure to have your items out by 7:00 a.m. You may begin to set out your items out on October 1st.

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  6. Annual Fall Cleanup

    October 19, 2023, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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    Thru out the city of Hays

    The annual alley cleanup is an opportunity to discard items that would not be picked up in the normal refuse collection. 2023 Fall Cleanup will begin on October 16th. Be sure to have your items out by 7:00 a.m. You may begin to set out your items out on October 1st.

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  7. Annual Fall Cleanup

    October 20, 2023, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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    Thru out the city of Hays

    The annual alley cleanup is an opportunity to discard items that would not be picked up in the normal refuse collection. 2023 Fall Cleanup will begin on October 16th. Be sure to have your items out by 7:00 a.m. You may begin to set out your items out on October 1st.

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  8. Safe-Trick-or-Treat at McMindes Hall

    October 26, 2023, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
    @

    FHSU McMindes Hall

    There will also be games & activities!

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  9. "Graveside Conversations" at Historic Fort Hays

    October 28, 2023, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
    @
    Historic Fort Hays

    Guided tour of the Fort Hays cemetery where you will meet some of its inhabitants from the days of Fort Hays. Through first person portrayals, visitors will learn how some of the people of Fort Hays lived & died.

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  10. Trick-R-Treating at Big Creek Crossing

    October 31, 2023, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    @
    Big Creek Crossing

    Come dress up, & say hi to all of your favorite stores! Kiddos can enjoy showing off their favorite costumes & get some goodies from our stores at Big Creek Crossing Shopping Mall! We can't wait to see you!

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Sports & Recreation

  1. TMP-Marian Boys Soccer vs. St. Mary's Academy

    October 5, 2023, 5:00 PM
    @
    Thomas More Prep-Marian High School

    Go Monarchs!! Varsity.

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  2. FHSU Volleyball vs. Missouri Western

    October 5, 2023, 6:00 PM
    @
    Gross Memorial Coliseum

    Go Tigers!!

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  3. FHSU Volleyball vs. Northwest Missouri State

    October 6, 2023, 6:00 PM
    @
    Gross Memorial Coliseum

    Go Tigers!!

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  4. FHSU Women's Soccer vs. Newman

    October 6, 2023, 6:00 PM
    @
    FHSU Soccer Stadium

    Go TIGERS!!

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  5. TMP-Marian Football vs. Phillipsburg

    October 6, 2023, 7:00 PM
    @
    Lewis Field Stadium

    Go Monarchs!! Varsity.

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  6. TMP-Marian Boys Soccer vs. Wichita-Word of Life

    October 7, 2023, 2:00 PM
    @
    Thomas More Prep-Marian High School

    Go Monarchs!! Varsity.

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  7. FHSU Women's Soccer vs. Central Oklahoma

    October 8, 2023, 2:00 PM
    @
    FHSU Soccer Stadium

    Go TIGERS!!

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  8. Hays High School Boys Soccer vs TMP-M

    October 9, 2023, 6:00 PM
    @
    Hays High School

    Go Indians!! Varsity.

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  9. Hays High School Boys Soccer vs Wichita Trinity

    October 10, 2023, 5:30 PM
    @
    Hays High School

    Go Indians!! VarsityJV

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  10. FHSU Volleyball vs. Nebraska-Kearney

    October 10, 2023, 6:00 PM
    @
    Gross Memorial Coliseum

    Go Tigers!!

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  11. Hays High School Volleyball Tri

    October 12, 2023, 4:00 PM
    @
    Hays High School

    Go Indians!! Varsity/JV/9

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  12. Hays High School Boys Soccer vs Garden City

    October 12, 2023, 5:30 PM
    @
    Hays High School

    Go Indians!! VarsityJV

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  13. FHSU Volleyball vs. MIssouri Southern

    October 13, 2023, 6:00 PM
    @
    Gross Memorial Coliseum

    Go Tigers!!

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  14. TMP-Marian Football vs. Norton-Norton Community

    October 13, 2023, 7:00 PM
    @
    Lewis Field Stadium

    Go Monarchs!! Varsity.

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  15. Golf Tournament: Kansans for Life 4 Person Scramble

    October 14, 2023, All Day
    @
    Fort Hays Municipal Golf Course

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  16. FHSU Football vs Nebraska-Kearney

    October 14, 2023, 1:00 PM
    @
    FHSU Lewis Field

    Come on out to cheer on the TIGERS!!

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  17. FHSU Men's Soccer vs. Rogers State

    October 14, 2023, 1:00 PM
    @
    FHSU Soccer Stadium

    Go TIGERS!!

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  18. Vintage Base Ball Game

    October 14, 2023, 1:00 PM
    @
    Historic Fort Hays

    The Post Nine, vintage base ball team of Historic Fort Hays, will play the Hays City 9 team.

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  19. FHSU Volleyball vs. Central MIssouri

    October 14, 2023, 6:00 PM
    @
    Gross Memorial Coliseum

    Go Tigers!!

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  20. FHSU Volleyball vs. Emporia State

    October 17, 2023, 6:00 PM
    @
    Gross Memorial Coliseum

    Go Tigers!!

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  21. FHSU Men's Soccer vs. Ouachita Baptist

    October 19, 2023, 7:00 PM
    @
    FHSU Soccer Stadium

    Go TIGERS!!

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  22. Hays High School Football vs Topeka*Senior Night*

    October 20, 2023, 7:00 PM
    @
    Lewis Field Stadium

    Go Indians!! Senior Night 2023!

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  23. FHSU Men's Soccer vs. Harding

    October 21, 2023, 11:00 AM
    @
    FHSU Soccer Stadium

    Go TIGERS!!

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  24. FHSU Black & Gold Wrestling Scrimmage

    October 21, 2023, 7:00 PM
    @
    Gross Memorial Coliseum

    Go TIGERS!!

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  25. FHSU Volleyball vs. Washburn

    October 24, 2023, 6:00 PM
    @
    Gross Memorial Coliseum

    Go Tigers!!

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  26. FHSU Volleyball vs. Newman

    October 26, 2023, 6:00 PM
    @
    Gross Memorial Coliseum

    Go Tigers!!

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  27. FHSU Men's Soccer vs. Northeastern State

    October 26, 2023, 7:00 PM
    @
    FHSU Soccer Stadium

    Go TIGERS!!

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  28. FHSU Women's Soccer vs. Washburn

    October 27, 2023, 6:00 PM
    @
    FHSU Soccer Stadium

    Go TIGERS!!

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  29. FHSU Football vs Central Oklahoma

    October 28, 2023, 1:00 PM
    @
    FHSU Lewis Field

    Hall of Fame Game. Come on out to cheer on the TIGERS!!

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Theater & Arts

  1. FHSU Department of Music & Theatre presents: A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder

    October 5, 2023, 7:30 PM
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    Felten/Start Theatre

    A Gentlemen's Guide to Love & Murder was the most nominated show of 2014 with ten Tony nominations & four wins including Best Musical, Monty, ninth in line to inherit his fortune, sets off on a ghoulish path "knocking" off his unwary relatives.

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  2. FHSU Moss-Thorns Gallery of Art Exhibition: Art & Design Faculty Exhibition & Reception

    October 6, 2023, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    @
    Moss-Thorns Gallery of Art

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  3. FHSU Department of Music & Theatre presents: A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder

    October 6, 2023, 7:30 PM
    @

    Felten/Start Theatre

    A Gentlemen's Guide to Love & Murder was the most nominated show of 2014 with ten Tony nominations & four wins including Best Musical, Monty, ninth in line to inherit his fortune, sets off on a ghoulish path "knocking" off his unwary relatives.

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  4. FHSU Department of Music & Theatre presents: A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder

    October 7, 2023, 7:30 PM
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    Felten/Start Theatre

    A Gentlemen's Guide to Love & Murder was the most nominated show of 2014 with ten Tony nominations & four wins including Best Musical, Monty, ninth in line to inherit his fortune, sets off on a ghoulish path "knocking" off his unwary relatives.

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  5. FHSU Department of Music & Theatre presents: A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder

    October 8, 2023, 2:30 PM
    @

    Felten/Start Theatre

    A Gentlemen's Guide to Love & Murder was the most nominated show of 2014 with ten Tony nominations & four wins including Best Musical, Monty, ninth in line to inherit his fortune, sets off on a ghoulish path "knocking" off his unwary relatives.

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  6. FHSU Moss-Thorns Gallery of Art Exhibition: Art & Design Faculty Exhibition

    October 9, 2023, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    @
    Moss-Thorns Gallery of Art

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  7. FHSU Department of Music & Theatre present: FHSU Choirs Fall Concert

    October 20, 2023, 7:30 PM
    @
    Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center

    Enjoy a free choral concert performed by Fort Hays Singers.

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  8. FHSU Moss-Thorns Gallery of Art Exhibition: Let Your Voice Be Heard! 16th Annual History of Graphic Design & American Democracy Project Poster Exhibition

    October 23, 2023, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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    Moss-Thorns Gallery of Art

    Voting will take place October 23-27th with winners announced Monday, October 30th.

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  9. FHSU Department of Music & Theatre present: High Plains Marching Festival

    October 23, 2023, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    @
    Lewis Field Stadium

    With marching bands ranging from 20 to 200 members, the High Plains Marching Festival is a wonderful opportunity for area high school marching bands to showcase their hard work.

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  10. Wichita Children's Theatre presents: "The Ugly Duckling"

    October 24, 2023, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
    @
    Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center

    Wichita Children's Theatre presents this 45 minute production followed by a greet-&-meet in the lobby area.

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  11. FHSU Department of Music & Theatre present: Helber Fernandes Ribeiro, Piano

    October 26, 2023, 7:30 PM
    @
    Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center

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