by KFF Team | Jun 4, 2026 | 1861 Club
The 1861 Club, in partnership with the Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation, is excited to announce the entertainment lineup at 1861 Club during the 2026 Kansas State Fair. Nine Lives: Free Fairtime Concert Series at 1861 Club Nine nights of live music. That’s what the Nine...
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...
