by KFF Team | Jun 4, 2026 | 1861 Club
With the closing of May, we’re reflecting on a month filled with celebration, connection, and unforgettable moments at the 1861 Club. Hats and Horses One of the highlights of the month was the Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation’s annual Hats & Horses Luxury...
by KFF Team | Jun 4, 2026 | Around the Grounds
Did you know the Capper Cooperative Park includes an audio tour? That’s right! There is a QR code at the entrance that takes you to the audio tour, located on the Foundation’s website. This audio tour can also be enjoyed from wherever you are — right now! It includes...
by KFF Team | Jun 4, 2026 | Shank's Take: Newsletter Column
We launch the month of June slightly more than three months in advance of the start of the 2026 Kansas State Fair. In the meantime, combines will roll across Kansas’ wheat fields harvesting this year’s crop of the golden grain. And, next month, we will pause to...
by KFF Team | Jun 4, 2026 | Boots and Bling
Help Make the Boots & Bling Silent Auction a Showstopper! The Silent Auction is one of the most exciting and impactful fundraising opportunities at Boots and Bling — and we need your help to make this year’s event the best one yet. A small portion of the Silent...
by KFF Team | Jun 4, 2026 | Uncategorized, Press Releases
The Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation hosted the third annual t-shirt design contest for the 2026 Kansas State Fair. Online voting took place on Facebook until May 31, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. The votes are in! The winning design received nearly 300 votes via Facebook...
