by Marketing | Sep 24, 2025 | Press Releases, Wall of Honor
When one thinks about leadership and styles of leadership, they soon understand that leadership comes in many forms. This year the Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation will recognize two individuals as the Wall of Honor inductees whose leadership is so genuine and true to...
by Marketing | Sep 24, 2025 | Boots and Bling
A New Date for an Unforgettable Night of Fun, Music, and Giving Get ready to circle a brand-new date on your calendars, because the Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation is excited to announce that Boots & Bling 2026 will now take place on Saturday, August 1, 2026! This...
by Marketing | Sep 23, 2025 | Shank's Take: Newsletter Column
Motivational Speaker and Coach Lou Holtz once said the way an organization reacts to adversity can be even more important than how the operation acted in the first place. Mother Nature put a few road blocks for this year’s fair, with intermittent showers and...
by Marketing | Sep 5, 2025 | Shank's Take: Newsletter Column
All eyes are on Hutchinson at 11 a.m. this morning as we meet at the Peoples Bank and Trust Arena to launch the 112th annual Kansas State Fair. It has been a great year for the fair and we still have one third of 2025 ahead of us. Much has been accomplished with...
by Marketing | Sep 5, 2025 | Press Releases
Opening day just got a little sweeter—Kansas State Fair Taffy is back! This longtime fair favorite has returned in ready-to-enjoy bags, making it easier than ever to take home a piece of tradition. Get Stuck on a Fair Favorite with Kansas State Fair Salt Water Taffy!...
