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Upcoming Events in Alma Kansas


April

6 Easter Egg Hunt - Saturday before Easter - This Alma Chamber of Commerce event is held at the Wabaunsee County Courthouse lawn. Children up to age 8 are divided into age groups and enjoy hunting for eggs. Each child is given a sack of candy from the Easter Bunny. The sack includes a list of businesses that the children can visit to receive an additional Easter gift.

Ph: 785-765-3327 (Always call and confirm events)
Fax: 785-765-3384
Web: www.wabaunsee.com

May

27 - 21 City-Wide Garage Sales Days and German Meal - The event started in 1990 and each year there have been at least 50 garage sales. The Chamber holds a German meal, which features bierocks, bratwurts and polish sausage in conjunction with the garage sales. Come enjoy a great German Meal in the beautiful Flint Hills and check out all the garage sale bargains. Second Saturday in October - This is an Alma Chamber of Commerce sponsored event.

Ph: 785-765-3327 (Always call and confirm events)
Fax: 785-765-3384

20 Native Stone Festival,Spring Muligan & 5K Run/Walk - This event is sponsored by the Alma Chamber of Commerce. A Muligan, which is similar to a vegetable stew, is a tradition unique to this area. Old timers would get together and bring whatever they had and would put it all together. The concoction would then be cooked in a large pot over an open fire. Everyone wishing to attend is encouraged to bring a saucepan to eat out of. The 5K Walk/Run, taking place in the beautiful Flint Hills, is open to everyone. Free live entertainment is also featured at the mulligan. Come join us for great food and great entertainment

Address: Alma City Park , Alma, Kansas
Ph: 785-765-3327 (Always call and confirm events)
Fax: 785-765-3384
Web: www.cityofalma-kansas.net
Fee: Free will donation

July

4 Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration - Features an old-timers baseball game in the early evening, visiting, meal, free homemade ice cream social, and beautiful fireworks at dark. There is a small charge for the meal, with the remaining events, compliments of the Alma Chamber of Commerce. 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Ph: 785-765-4655 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: info@wabaunsee.com
Web: www.wabaunsee.com

19 - 23 Wabaunsee County 4-H Fair - The fair is a day of fun and excitement for the entire family. Start with the rides and move on to the entertainment and the agricultural exhibits and the animals. Make sure you leave room for the food booths!

Schedule of Events:

www.wabaunsee.k-state.edu/county_fair/fair_information/2017%20Fair%20Book%20-%20FINAL.pdf

Address: Wabaunsee County Fairgrounds, 215 East Ninth Street , Alma, Kansas
Ph: 785-765-3821 (Always call and confirm events)
Fee: Admission

August

17KS0114002e013 - Alma Hot Alma Nights - Come out and enjoy an old-fashioned Saturday night in the Flint Hills. Saturdays were the "social" event of the small towns years ago. You can experience that again in Alma, Kansas, at the Hot Alma Nights cruise and car show. 10:00 AM to 11:55 PM., always the 3rd Saturday in August.

Bring your classic car, park on Main Street and listen to the "oldies" while you stroll the streets of Alma. Renew old friendships and make new ones. Shop downtown Alma or visit the Wabaunsee County Historical Museum. Vendors will be set up in the park offering food and other merchandise.

Further questions can be directed to either to call Sherry at 785-770-7052 or Marcy at 785-410-2934.

Address: Main Street, Alma; DJ's Bar , Alma, Kansas
Ph: 785-770-7052 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.hotalmanights.com

September

24 Annual Lake Wabaunsee Fall Market - Join the Lady Lakers in a fundraising event for Wabaunsee Pines Golf Course. Surely you'll want to buy some of these things at the Market. Crocheted Rugs, Sport Benches, Clocks, Hand weavings, Woodworking oak wall decor, Gourd art, License plate art, Photographs, Door hangings, Jewelry, Metalwork, Stained glass, 3-D pictures, Doll clothes, Quilts, Meet the author and her books, Good things to eat, and much more! 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

See the Market on Facebook.

Address: Lodge at Lake Wabaunsee , Alma, Kansas
Email: llorton2226@gmail.com
Web: www.lakewabaunsee.com/lake-wabaunsee-fall-market

October

22 Native Stone Festival - The Native Stone Festival will be held on Sunday with a 2 mile Fun Run/Walk at 1:00. Get your registration in early to be guaranteed a fabulous shirt!! Mulligan will be serving at noon. Entertainment this year will be provided by the local Bluegrass Jam Session group! We are so excited and can't wait to hear them play!! Lumberjack Contest, Arm Wrestling Contest,
Kid's Games Galore!
Giant Jenja
Corn Hole
Washers
Tic Tac Toe
Bean Bag Toss
Bowling
And every kid's favorite...hunting for candy in the Corn Tub!

Hope to you see you all there! Noon to 4 PM.

Address: Alma City Park , Alma, Kansas
Ph: 785-765-3311 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.facebook.com/events/757059394479552/

December

30 Santa Comes to Town - This Chamber sponsored event is a must for the whole family. Activities begin in the afternoon, with local businesses being open for Christmas shopping. Santa arrives at 5:00 to get all the children's wish lists. A chamber sponsored soup supper is held in conjunction with Santa coming to town. The evening is topped off with sleigh rides via a 5th wheel trailer to enjoy the Christmas lights and view the best decorated homes in Alma. Second Saturday in December.

Address: Legion Hall, Missouri Ave. , Alma, Kansas
Ph: 785-765-3327 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.wabaunsee.com

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Wabaunsee County Court House

This beautiful building was constructed in 1931. It is constructed of Carthage and native stone. The Carthage stone, used on the outside for facing, gives the appearance of a granite building. All outside walls are backed up with eight inches of native stone.

Alma, KS Historic Courthouses


Eck/Stratton Residence

The gingerbread trim home was built by Mr. Eck, who was a lumberman in Alma. It was built in 1904 and features a turret room, a tower resembling a castle, and original lap siding.

Alma, KS Famous Homes

Wabaunsee High School

WHS serves the communities of Alma, McFarland, Paxico and Maple Hill. It was constructed in 1938 and is an example of one of the many native stone buildings located in Alma. With its limestone exterior and red tile roof, it is considered one of the most beautiful high schools in Kansas.

Alma, KS Historic Buildings

Historic Stone Fences

The federal government abolished the open range in a law passed in 1867. The government paid farmers $.40 per rod (16.5 feet) to build and maintain a 4.5

Alma, KS Scenic Drives

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