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Shank’s Take: How Do You Describe Boots and Bling?

Eight days from today, all eyes will be on the Kansas State Fairgrounds as 650 prepare to hoot and holler during the 20th annual Boots and Bling, an annual event established in 2005 to raise funds for the betterment of the fairgrounds.  During the past few weeks,...

Prepping, Polishing, and Packing Taffy by the Thousands: July @ the 1861 Club

While July had most people diving into summer fun, the 1861 Club made a different kind of splash—deep cleaning, polishing floors, and making sure every inch of the space is in tip-top shape! Why? Because when you walk into the 1861 Club, we want you to feel that it’s...

Generally Speaking: Steel Beams and Goat Dreams – Kansas State Fair 2025 Coming Together!

Updates from Kansas State Fair General Manager, Bryan K. Schulz, IFMG, CFE Generally Speaking: Where has our Summer gone?  We are less than 30 days away from the 2025 Kansas State Fair and still have a lot to do to get ready for the 10 MOST FAIRIFIED DAYS in...
Ring in 2025 with Lost Wax at New Years @ 1861 Club

Ring in 2025 with Lost Wax at New Years @ 1861 Club

Did you hear?  The band playing at New Years @ 1861Club, LOST WAX was the “official house band” for the 2023 NFL Draft held at Union Station in Kansas City. They are incredible and will keep you dancing all night long! Mark your calendars to be at the 1861 Club...

New Years @ 1861 Club – THE Party of the Year!

New Years @ 1861 Club – THE Party of the Year!

Many of you have asked – and the staff of the 1861 Club with the support of Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation Board have created what is set to be the top destination in central Kansas to ring in the New Year 2025. New Years @ 1861 Club will be an evening to enjoy and...

Everything Weddings and Events Show at 1861 Club

Everything Weddings and Events Show at 1861 Club

Plan to join us at the 1861 Club on the Kansas State Fairgrounds for the Everything Weddings and Events show on Sunday, February 2, 2025, from 1 PM – 5 PM.   $5.00 admission fee.   An amazing group of wedding professionals featuring Brooklyn & Co...

1861 Club Update – Love and Excitement in the Air

1861 Club Update – Love and Excitement in the Air

Thank you again to everyone that stopped by the 1861 Club during the 2024 Kansas State Fair. We continue to hear remarkable things about the beautiful venue, the wonderful experiences you had, and the memories made. We look forward to seeing you next year at the 2025...

1861 Club Hosts Evergy Announcement

1861 Club Hosts Evergy Announcement

The 1861 Club was excited to host Evergy's announcement of their plans to build two new 705 MW high-efficiency natural gas plants in Kansas, with one being in Reno County on Monday, October 21.  HutchChamber President & CEO, Debra Tuefel, welcomed the crowd...

Save the Date – Bridal Fair at 1861 Club

Save the Date – Bridal Fair at 1861 Club

The 1861 Club will be hosting a Bridal Fair on Sunday, February 2, 2025. From 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. Save the Date1861 Club Bridal FairSunday, Feb. 2, 20251 PM - 5 PMat the 1861 Club on the Kansas State Fairgrounds. More details coming soon!

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