April at the 1861 Club: Community, Connection & Celebration
Spring was in full swing at the 1861 Club this April, and with it came a number of meaningful events and community engagement. We were honored to host the Boys & Girls Club 35 Year Celebration and Fundraiser, supporting the future of local youth with an...
Get Ready for the Nex-Tech Grandstand Concerts at the 2025 Kansas State Fair!
The 2025 Kansas State Fair is gearing up to be bigger and better than ever, and the Nex-Tech Grandstand is the place to be for music lovers of all ages. With a lineup that promises to deliver electrifying performances by top artists from a variety of genres, the stage...
All About the Eight Boots and Bling Sponsorship Levels – Get to Know Boots and Bling!
You may already know that Boots and Bling is the best FUNdraising party in Kansas, but did you know there’s more to it than that? It’s the 20th year of Boots and Bling. Of course there’ll be the best food, can’t-miss entertainment, unbeatable Live and Silent auction...
Shank’s Take: Why the Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation?
Time is flying as four months or one third of 2025 is in the rearview mirror as so much remains to be accomplished yet this year. Roses in front of the Lair White House and Domestic Arts Building Late April showers gave a major boost to flowers growing on the...
Finalists Announced – Vote Now on the 2025 Kansas State Fair T-Shirt Contest!
The Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation is hosting the second annual t-shirt design contest for the 2025 Kansas State Fair. Online voting will take place on Facebook until April 30, 2025. It has been wonderful to see the creativity and passion for the Kansas State Fair...
Shank’s Take: Kansas State Fair— Open For Business 365 Days Per Year
A local resident, witnessing a steady line of vehicles entering and departing the fairgrounds, recently commented that it appears the Kansas State Fair is open for business. The only response I could think of was that the Kansas State Fair is always open for business...
1861 Club Update – March Mania at the 1861 Club
Memorable moments were jampacked at the 1861 Club this March. From meetings and luncheons to retirement parties and weddings, we covered it all! We are very excited to see all the opportunities coming into the Club. You typically think about weddings being a...
Individual Tickets Now Available For Hats and Horses – A Luxury Fundraising Kentucky Derby Party
Riders Up! The jockeys have mounted their horses, it’s almost race time! The jockeys may have their seats, what about you? Will you be at the best Kentucky Derby experience in Kansas? Don’t miss out! Get your tickets to Hats and Horses now! Order Individual Tickets to...
Announcing the 2025 Kansas State Fair T-Shirt Contest!
Competition is an integral part of the Kansas State Fair, and with that in mind, it's time again for the Kansas State Fair T-shirt Contest! It was so fun to see the creativity and love for the Fair in all of last year's designs. We can't wait to see what you come up...
Shank’s Take: Spring is about to Spring
On this the first Friday of March, and after what seems like a long, cold, and snowy winter, we have much to anticipate two weeks in advance of the first day of spring March 20. Gardeners have only 10 days to prepare a spot for planting potatoes March 17, St....