Your Guide to Nine Lives at 1861 Club: Which Night of Live Music is Right for You?
1861 Club has quickly become known for having a great atmosphere, great prices and great live entertainment during the Kansas State Fair. This year we plan to make it even better! Every night of Nine Lives: Free Fairtime Concert Series at the 1861 Club is one you...
Clydesdales, Candy and Concerts! Foundation Activities at the Kansas State Fair 2026
For the first time in more than a decade, the world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales are returning to the Kansas State Fair! Throughout the Fair, the Clydesdales will make scheduled appearances at two places closely connected to the Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation — the...
Boots and Bling 2026 – Welcome to Vegas Baby! Was a Jackpot!
Guests went all in for Boots and Bling 2026 - Welcome to Vegas Baby! Presented by Jacam Catalyst. With sold out sponsorships and tickets selling down-to-the-wire in the last hour, we had an amazing crowd! Many showed up in themed attire full of sequins, bright colors...
Around the Grounds: Meadowlark Building — Part One
Boots and Bling was held on Saturday, August 1 this year, in the building serving as the inspiration for this month’s edition of Around the Grounds: The Meadowlark Building. Capable of holding the 700 Boots and Bling attendees, and even more for other large events,...
July @ the 1861 Club: Weddings, Auctions & Banquets… Oh My!
July was another busy month at the 1861 Club, filled with celebrations, familiar faces, and a whole lot of fun! Wedding Bells & Celebrations! Our team had the privilege of being part of a beautiful wedding ceremony followed by a SUPER fun...
Shank’s Take: Foundation Icons Boots and Bling and Mary Alice Lair
The 21st annual Boots and Bling is history and thanks to a legion of supporters from throughout Kansas, the results exceeded all expectations. One observer commented how the event is at capacity, meaning it can’t get any larger in attendance, which is a nice problem...
Generally Speaking: Growth and Heritage at the Kansas State Fair
Updates from Kansas State Fair General Manager, Bryan K. Schulz, IFMG, CFE Generally Speaking: Can you believe we're already less than 40 days away from the 2026 Kansas State Fair? Preparation is in full swing as our Team works hard to get everything ready for you to...
Generally Speaking: Ye Old Mill History and 2026 Kansas State Fair Announcements
Updates from Kansas State Fair General Manager, Bryan K. Schulz, IFMG, CFE Generally Speaking: The Count Down is On!! The Fair is less than 100 days away! Preserving a Kansas State Fair Treasure: Ye Old Mill Renovations and Renewal For more than a century,...
A Catalyst for Kansas: Chemistry and Community Go Hand in Hand
Soccer balls, plastic baggies, athletic leggings, tires, cameras, tape, legos…. The list goes on and on. If you’ve used these products, traveled in any capacity or simply enjoyed central heating in the winter, you’ve been impacted by Jacam Catalyst. The company...
How to Reserve a Table at 1861 Club for the Nine Lives: Free Fairtime Concert Series During the Kansas State Fair
Want the best entertainment experience at the 1861 Club during the Kansas State Fair this year? We’re talking a reserved table for up to 10 guests with the perfect view of all the action for some of the most incredible live music performances at the Fair. Well,...