by KFF Team | Apr 2, 2026 | 1861 Club, Hats and Horses, Press Releases
Hats & Horses Returns May 2, 2026 – A Luxury Derby-Inspired Fundraiser Supporting the Kansas State Fairgrounds Hutchinson, KS – The Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation invites the community, business leaders, and Kentucky Derby enthusiasts to an unforgettable evening...
by KFF Team | Mar 31, 2026 | Uncategorized, Press Releases
We’ve seen strong interest in the T-shirt design contest, and we know first-hand this time of year can be a busy one. To give more Kansans the chance to take part, we’re extending the deadline and continuing to spread the word! Here is a look at the Extended Timeline:...
by KFF Team | Mar 5, 2026 | 1861 Club
The Liquid Aloha Series: 90s Revival All Hat No Cadillac 90s Country Concert was a hit! With 400 people attending, it was one of the biggest nights of country music Hutchinson has seen outside of the Grandstand during the Kansas State Fair. The energy was electric,...
by KFF Team | Mar 5, 2026 | Around the Grounds
If you’ve spent any time on the Kansas State Fairgrounds, you likely know the Encampment Building. It’s a familiar landmark for many fairgoers and community groups, but the name itself often raises a simple question: Why is it called that? The answer goes back nearly...
by KFF Team | Mar 5, 2026 | 1861 Club
Get ready for an unforgettable experience of southern charm, Derby excitement, and community spirit at the Foundation’s luxury fundraising event, Hats & Horses, taking place Saturday, May 2, 2026, at the 1861 Club on the Kansas State Fairgrounds. Inspired by the...
