by Marketing | Nov 6, 2025 | 1861 Club
October was truly a month to remember at the 1861 Club! We were thrilled to host a wide variety of events that brought everyone together in celebration, connection, and joy. We kicked off the month with the NAACP Annual Fundraiser, which turned out beautifully. The...
by Marketing | Nov 5, 2025 | 1861 Club
Great Music. Cold Beer. Pure 90’s Country Fun! Grab your best hat and practice your two-step — All Hat No Cadillac is coming back to the 1861 Club! The Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation, in partnership with Kona Brewing, is launching the Liquid Aloha Concert Series, and...
by Marketing | Sep 26, 2025 | 1861 Club
What an incredible Kansas State Fair! The 1861 Club was buzzing with energy, and we can’t thank you enough for joining us. Our new Fresh Finds menu was a big hit! The Chef Salad was a refreshing option for many of our guests this year. If you prefer more traditional...
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...
