Wilson Lake, KS Events
February
| 2 - 3 |  Lincoln Reenactment - Lincoln - 28th annual REENACTMENT SCHEDULE, FEB 9 & 10, 2018
Featuring the 1858 Lincoln/Douglas Debates and an Afternoon Past in the Marshall-Yohe Home
F ... Lincoln Reenactment |
| 24 - 25 | Salina Gun Show - Salina - Guns, coins, knives, antiques. ... Salina Gun Show |
March
| 24 | Craftapalooza & Fabulous Vintage Market - Salina - CRAFTAPALOOZA & FABULOUS VINTAGE MARKET is a one day shopping extravaganza featuring an eclectic blend of handmade items, artisan designs, bling & ... Craftapalooza & Fabulous Vintage Market |
| 14 - 17 | EquiFest of Kansas - Salina - A sensational showcase of equine entertainment and education. Spectacular demonstrations, stunning stallions - a horse lover's paradise. Fantastic sho ... EquiFest of Kansas |
| 16 |  Ellsworth Kiwanis Home and Garden Show - Ellsworth - Over 20 vendors to visit and workshops to attend. Food offered by American Legion and Auxiliary. Vendors will give away prizes. Visit the Ellsworth Ho ... Ellsworth Kiwanis Home and Garden Show |
| 20 - 22 | Mid America Farm Expo - Salina - One of the largest spring farm shows in the Midwest. Over 400 exhibits of farm equipment and supplies. Over 300 exhibits are on display representing a ... Mid America Farm Expo |
| 21 - 23 | Kansas State Button Society Annual Spring Show - Salina - Public welcome! Please join us to view and learn about incredible works of art and history through the world of clothing buttons! 10 AM - 2 PM. Co ... Kansas State Button Society Annual Spring Show |
| 23 | YMCA 5K Trail Run - Salina - 5K trail fun run for the whole family and a 50 yard dash for the kids, to benefit the YMCA. The 5K run takes you through the river trails, walking pat ... YMCA 5K Trail Run |
| 30 | Easter Egg Hunt - Lucas - SATURDAY BEFORE EASTER - The Easter Bunny arrives in Lucas for the annual Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by the Lucas Lions Club. ... Easter Egg Hunt |
April
| Annual Gathering of Kansas Authors - Wilson - Outstanding Kansas authors from across the state will join together for the Annual Gathering of Kansas Authors at Kansas Originals Market & Gallery fr ... Annual Gathering of Kansas Authors |
| 30 | Southeast of Saline Crimestoppers Fishing Derby - Salina - Family Fun event. Casting Demonstration and Contest. Prizes for age 3 to 16 and 17+. Free Hot Dog and Drink Provided. ... Southeast of Saline Crimestoppers Fishing Derby |
| 30 |  Meet the Artists and Craftsmen Day - Wilson - Be sure to stop by Kansas Originals Market & Gallery at Wiilson KS from 11AM through 3PM for our Meet the Artists and Craftsmen Day! Sample refreshmen ... Meet the Artists and Craftsmen Day |
| 6 | Salina Tech Vehicle Extravaganza - Salina - Come out and enjoy a fun filled day of viewing all sorts of cars at Salina Area Technical College. Almost 200 vehicles are expected across all catego ... Salina Tech Vehicle Extravaganza |
| 27 - 28 | Wilson Walleye Tournament - Wilson - The KWA welcomes anglers of all ages. It is tournament fishing for fun. Many of our teams consist of men and women, parent and child, grandparent and ... Wilson Walleye Tournament |
May
 Annual Fabric, Fiber and Quilt Event - Wilson - Live Alpacas and demonstrations on the use of the spinning wheel by Sister Terry Wasinger, from Heartland Farms near Pawnee Rock, will only be a part ... Annual Fabric, Fiber and Quilt Event |
| 20 | Ethnic Festival - Salina - Multi-ethnic festival with games, music, food, and family entertainment. Noon-5pm. ... Ethnic Festival |
| 27 |  Kansas Tractor Club Tractor Drive - Salina - This is an annual Tractor Drive in Central Kansas. The cost is $15 per tractor. All tractors must be able to maintain a 10 mph speed limit. The rout ... Kansas Tractor Club Tractor Drive |
| 2 - 5 | Wings Over Wilson Midwest Slope Challenge - Sylvan Grove - Wings Over Wilson Midwest Slope Challenge is the annual remote-controlled model airplane challenge. Combat and Warbird racing, ODR and Unlimited ra ... Wings Over Wilson Midwest Slope Challenge |
| 2 - 5 | Wings Over Wilson - Lucas - Midwest Slope Challenge. RC Slope Soaring......Kansas Style. A unique event to watch. Held at Wilson Lake. ... Wings Over Wilson |
| 11 | Lucas Theater Alumni Hog Roast - Lucas - The Lucas Area Community Theater Annual Hog Roast Fundraiser is held in the Lucas Area Community Theater Community Room on Main Street from 11:00 a.m ... Lucas Theater Alumni Hog Roast |
| 12 | Lucas Alumni Reunion - Lucas - The Lucas Alumni Reunion is held the Sunday of Memorial Weekend at the Lucas/Luray Gym. ... Lucas Alumni Reunion |
| 18 | Central Kansas Flywheels Tractor and Car Show - Salina - Demonstrations of rural and agricultural lifestyle including running Sawmill, Steam Engine, re-enactments, one-room school in session, and activities ... Central Kansas Flywheels Tractor and Car Show |
| 18 | Lucas Theater Alumni Hog Roast - Lucas - The Lucas Area Community Theater Annual Hog Roast Fundraiser is held in the Lucas Area Community Theater Community Room on Main Street from 11:00 a.m. ... Lucas Theater Alumni Hog Roast |
| 19 | Lucas Alumni Reunion - Lucas - The Lucas Alumni Reunion is held the Sunday of Memorial Weekend at the Lucas/Luray Gym. ... Lucas Alumni Reunion |
June
| Prairiesta - Russell - Prairiesta is a celebration of Russell County history, heritage, and culture. This celebration has been held every ten years, since 1941. The 2011 Pra ... Prairiesta |
| 24 | HWY 24 Garage Sale - Osborne - 8 Counties & 17 Communities have joined forces to bring you the first ever Highway 24 Garage Sales!! One 3-day weekend only, the first weekend in June ... HWY 24 Garage Sale |
| 25 | Sylvan Grove Community Day - Sylvan Grove - 1st Sunday in June. Classic Car Show, Kids' Games, Food and Music. ... Sylvan Grove Community Day |
| 25 - 15 | Farmers Market - Lincoln - Area gardeners will be selling their produce Saturdays on the Main Street of Lincoln (Lincoln Ave). Sponsored by the Lincoln Area Chamber of Commerce. ... Farmers Market |
| 31 | Annual Hook and Slice Golf Tournament - Salina - Big Brothers Big Sisters Benefit Golf Tournament. The golf tournament will be a four person team scramble, with both a men and women division. The Hol ... Annual Hook and Slice Golf Tournament |
| 1 | Lincoln City-Wide Garage Sales - Lincoln - Clean out has begun and sales will be taking place in various locations around town. 8:00 am – 1:00 pm. ... Lincoln City-Wide Garage Sales |
| 6 - 9 |  Smoky Hill River Festival - Salina - In Salina, the first breath of true summer is marked by the arrival of the Smoky Hill River Festival. A carousel of color and sound unfolding, the Fes ... Smoky Hill River Festival |
| 8 | OK Kids Day Events - Sylvan Grove - OK Kids Day events coincide with free park entrance weekend. Activities include a fishing clinic and numerous games. ... OK Kids Day Events |
| 15 | Wheat Harvest Days - Salina - Demonstrations of rural and agricultural lifestyle featuring horse-drawn binders, antique tractor binding and threshing, and working steam engine. 8 a ... Wheat Harvest Days |
| 15 |  Zoo Cruise Car Show - Salina - Join us for our Zoo Cruisin' Car Show event!
After an escorted cruise through Salina and out to the Zoo, we'll have BBQ, ice-cold beers (and non alco ... Zoo Cruise Car Show |
July
| State K-18 Baseball Tournament - Lucas - The K-18 Baseball program for kids 12-15 years old was started in Lucas in 1949. Teams from all over northwest Kansas play in the association. The sta ... State K-18 Baseball Tournament |
| 4 | Freedom Fest and Russell Oil Days CelebrationsFireworks - Russell - All day - Mural E. Fisk Memorial Patriotic House and Russell Business Decorating Contest. 11 AM to 1:30 PM - Community BBQ at the VFW 11:30 AM - ... Freedom Fest and Russell Oil Days CelebrationsFireworks |
| 4 | Old Fashioned Fourth of July - Salina - Old-fashioned fourth of July festival with, games, prizes, stage entertainment, food, drink, and family fun. Noon-4pm. ... Old Fashioned Fourth of July |
| 4 | Summer Barbecue and Fireworks - Osborne - It's an old fashioned celebration with music, games, BBQ and fireworks at dark. You don't want to miss this! ... Summer Barbecue and Fireworks |
| 28 | After Harvest Music Festival - Lincoln - Lincoln Art Center After Harvest Music Festival with live music, fireworks, and BBQ from 7 to 10 p.m. Mattson & Weaver, Don Wagner and Music Jam! Hot ... After Harvest Music Festival |
| 29 |  Run for the Soul Motorcycle Run - Ellsworth - Motorcycle run and auction to benefit ECF Spiritual Life Center.
$1,000 Best Hand
$500 Second Best Hand
$200 Worst Hand
Held in conjunction wit ... Run for the Soul Motorcycle Run |
| 29 | Star Spangled Splash & Blast - Ellsworth - It’s that time of year when we begin to think about summer events. Star Spangled Splash & Blast is an event that has a long standing history and a b ... Star Spangled Splash & Blast |
| 29 |  Old Iron, Classics, Customs and Cycles Show - Ellsworth - The Old Iron, Classics, Customs and Cycles Show is held in conjunction with "Run For The Soul" and the "Star Spangled Spectacular" in Ellsworth, Kansa ... Old Iron, Classics, Customs and Cycles Show |
| 4 |  Independence Day Celebration - Wilson - City of Wilson Independence Celebration. ... Independence Day Celebration |
| 5 - 6 | Fort Harker Days - Ellsworth - This event relives the days of Forts, soldiers and Indians. ... Fort Harker Days |
| 15 - 18 | Ellsworth County 4-H Fair - Ellsworth - Exhibits, livestock shows, food. https://www.midway.k-state.edu/4-h/events/fairs/ewcountyfair.html ... Ellsworth County 4-H Fair |
| 16 - 19 | Russell County Free Fair - Russell - Exhibits and displays for the young and old alike. * Wagner's Carnival - Wristband $10 * Free Entertainment Stage * Mutton Bustin b ... Russell County Free Fair |
| 17 - 20 | Lincoln County Fair in Sylvan Grove - Sylvan Grove - Small-town fair, great food, entertainment, carnival, early farming demonstrations, tractor pull, 4-H and open class displays, fireworks. Call the ex ... Lincoln County Fair in Sylvan Grove |
| 19 - 20 |  After Harvest Czech Festival - Wilson - The Wilson After Harvest Czech Festival is one of the largest festivals in Ellsworth County Kansas. Hosted by the small rural community of Wilson, tot ... After Harvest Czech Festival |
| 24 - 27 | Osborne County Fair - Osborne - Join in on the fun at the Osborne County Fair. See the animals and craft projects; participate in the talent show or enter your own project to be judg ... Osborne County Fair |
| 25 - 28 | Salina Leadsled Spectacular Show & Shine - Salina - "America's Hotrodding Playground!" The Kustom Kemps Of America America’s Oldest and largest Kustom Car and Truck Membership Association IS PROUD ... Salina Leadsled Spectacular Show & Shine |
August
| 2 - 3 | Co-Ed Slow Pitch Softball Tournament - Lincoln - Co-Ed Slow Pitch Softball Tournament sponsored by the Lincoln Chamber & Rec Department. Double Elimination Bracket play $150.00 Per Team with T-Shirt ... Co-Ed Slow Pitch Softball Tournament |
| 3 | Blessing of the Grapes, Harvest-Wine Festival - Salina - A day of fun-filled activity for the entire family. Kid's games, wine tasting for adults. Estate tours and demonstrations. 10am-7:30pm. ... Blessing of the Grapes, Harvest-Wine Festival |
| 3 | Funky Junk Roundup - Salina - FUNKY JUNK ROUNDUP is a one day shopping extravaganza featuring a unique blend of arts & crafts, vintage finds & inspiration, one of a kind handmade i ... Funky Junk Roundup |
| 7 - 10 |  Tri Rivers Fair and Rodeo - Salina - The county fair, a celebration of country living, includes a parade through downtown Salina, livestock judging and exposition, a carnival, 4-H events, ... Tri Rivers Fair and Rodeo |
| 10 |  Adams Apple Festival - Lucas - The Adams Apple festival will be held at the Lucas City Park with events throughout the day including a 5k Color Run, Parade, Craft Booths, Food Vendo ... Adams Apple Festival |
| 10 | Lucas Highland Games - Lucas - Oral tradition holds that some version of the Highland Games has been in existence within the Celtic/Gaelic Community since before the dawn of Christi ... Lucas Highland Games |
| 16 - 17 | El-Kan Western Riders Rodeo - Ellsworth - Held during the Cowtown Days Celebration. Rodeo, 7pm. https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=721919926404255&set=pb.100057587614529.-2207520000. ... El-Kan Western Riders Rodeo |
| 16 - 17 |  Cowtown Days Festival - Ellsworth - On Pause 2023. Celebration of the area's cultural heritage. 3-day authentic longhorn cattle drive, Cowtown Parade, entertainment, re-enactments, old-f ... Cowtown Days Festival |
September
| 10 - 11 | Annual GEAR HEAD Swap Meet - Salina - Car Parts, Hot Rod Parts, Tires, Wheels, Performance Accessories, You Name It. We are expecting this event to be spectacular. 2 Huge Days of Fun! Even ... Annual GEAR HEAD Swap Meet |
| 23 - 24 | Hole in the Wall Gang Annual Rod Run - Osborne - Friday nite:Sloppy joes and drinks Registration 5-9 pm Sat.: Registration 9-3pm people games and car games, Supper at 7:00, Awards at 8:00, Dance af ... Hole in the Wall Gang Annual Rod Run |
| 24 | Post Rock Festival - Lincoln - GREAT FESTIVAL FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY ! The day gets an early start with the Lincoln Recreation Department’s Post Rock Classic, which includes a walk ... Post Rock Festival |
| 24 | Craftapalooza & Vintage Market - Salina - CRAFTAPALOOZA™ & FABULOUS VINTAGE MARKET is a one day shopping extravaganza featuring an eclectic blend of handcrafted one of a kind items, artisa ... Craftapalooza & Vintage Market |
| 31 |  Jam & Slam - Salina - The Salina Area Chamber of Commerce Jam & Slam tournament is held annually in September. This 3-on-3 Basketball tournament will take place at the corn ... Jam & Slam |
| 31 | Friendship Day - Luray - Luray's biggest annual event has free BBQ, an Art Show, a parade, a horseshoe tournament, homemade ice cream, & a golf tournament. Annually the third ... Friendship Day |
| 31 | Fall Festival - Osborne - Osborne's Fall Festival activities range from a black powder shoot and a golf tournament to an art show. Second weekend in September. ... Fall Festival |
| 7 | Lincoln Car, Motorcycle & Bicycle Show - Lincoln - 70 Trophies Plus Door Prizes Participant Voting Plaque awards to top 40 entrants & top 10 motorcycles 20 total Best awards Public welcome BBQ Lunch ... Lincoln Car, Motorcycle & Bicycle Show |
| 14 |  Kansas Originals Spirit of Kansas Art Fair and Fun Day - Wilson - 2015 information below -- 2016 not yet confirmed -- call number below -- check back for date and more information.
The Eric Vaughn Magic Review wil ... Kansas Originals Spirit of Kansas Art Fair and Fun Day |
| 20 - 22 |  Prairie Festival - Salina - The Prairie Festival is The Land Institute's primary annual public event held over the last full weekend of September. Its themes vary from issues cen ... Prairie Festival |
| 20 | St. John's Military School's Muleskinner Golf Tournament - Salina - Registration 12:00, Shotgun start 1:00... Prize include Hole In One, Closest to the Pin, Team Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place finishes... Live and s ... St. John's Military School's Muleskinner Golf Tournament |
| 21 | Smoky Hill Museum Street Fair - Salina - Everybody loves a parade - and food - and fun. And the Smoky Hill Museum Street Fair has it all! Don't miss the pancake feed, Salina Journal Chili Coo ... Smoky Hill Museum Street Fair |
| 21 - 22 | Salina Gun Show - Salina - Guns, coins, knives, antiques. ... Salina Gun Show |
| 21 |  Sonnenblumen Autofest - Salina - Annual Sonnenblumen Autofest in Oakdale Park, Salina Kansas, is a family friendly event open to all German, and German derived vehicles. Only $10.00 t ... Sonnenblumen Autofest |
October
| 21 | Junk in Your Trunk Flea Market & Garage Sales - Lucas - A FLEA MARKET AND GARAGE SALE LOVERS DREAM!! The communities of Lucas, Sylvan Grove and Wilson form a triangle so the towns are 15 miles apart. They h ... Junk in Your Trunk Flea Market & Garage Sales |
| 28 | Annual Flatland Car Show - Russell - Annual Flatland Car Show on Main Street Russell Kansas. Saturday Registration 9:00am to 12:00 noon. Awards at 3:00pm. Chili Cookoff and BBQ after the ... Annual Flatland Car Show |
| 5 | Annual Silver Needles Quilt Show - Salina - Annual show featuring star-studded quilts, classes, demonstrations, vendors, opportunity quilt, and mini auction. ... Annual Silver Needles Quilt Show |
| 12 | Spook Parade - Lucas - The annual Spook Parade is held the Saturday before Halloween. Kids parade past judges to have their costumes judged. Treats are handed out to all the ... Spook Parade |
| 12 | Antique Engine and Steam Show - Salina - Featured Tractors: Oliver, Minneapolis-Moline & Case Steam powered Sawmill, Tractor Pull and Games, Parade of Tractors, Gas engines, Agricultural demo ... Antique Engine and Steam Show |
November
| 1 | Chamber Lighting the Holidays Celebration - Osborne - Celebrate the start of the holiday season in Osborne. Several stores will be open 5PM until 7PM. The Osborne County Memorial Hospital Fundraising Co ... Chamber Lighting the Holidays Celebration |
| 2 | Osborne Annual Rotary Community & Hunters Feed - Osborne - Hunting, dining, and shopping are the name of the day in Osborne during the opening of hunting season on the second Saturday in November! After a day ... Osborne Annual Rotary Community & Hunters Feed |
| 2 | The Arts and Craft Show - Osborne - 9AM - 4PM. Follow the Candy Cane Lane! Arts & Crafts fair with homemade crafts, candles, woodcrafts, and much more! Second Saturday. ... The Arts and Craft Show |
| 9 | Heart Land Toy Show Salina - Salina - Buy, sell, trade. We have 200 plus tables of toys (not counting what might be sitting on the floor). Something for everyone: Old and New, Re-built and ... Heart Land Toy Show Salina |
| 16 | See 'N' Sell Arts & Crafts show - Salina - See 'N' Sell was founded by the YWCA of Salina and is now continued by the Girl Scouts of Kansas Heartland. See 'N' Sell began in 1966 with a small g ... See 'N' Sell Arts & Crafts show |
| 23 | Christmas Parade - Russell - Unique nighttime parade with lighted floats at 7:15 pm from 9th & Main Streets south to 4th Street and around the Russell County Courthouse. Saturday ... Christmas Parade |
| 23 | Christmas Festival and Parade - Salina - The annual Christmas Festival and Miracle on Santa Fe Parade of Lights is a family-friendly event sure to entertain the young and old alike! Festival ... Christmas Festival and Parade |
| 25 |  Annual Jingle and Mingle - Ellsworth - Old Fashioned Christmas Celebration featuring Santa Claus and Entertainment .
Come Downtown Ellsworth to celebrate the beginning of the Christmas ... Annual Jingle and Mingle |
December
| 23 | Holiday Craft Fair - Lincoln - Craft Fair which includes 40+ booths. Some products include homemade jewelry, wood crafts, metal works, fabrics, home decor, artists calendars and no ... Holiday Craft Fair |
| 30 | Christmas Fest - Russell - Enjoy an evening filled with entertainment and food in downtown Russell during the Christmas Season. ... Christmas Fest |
| 30 | Holidays in the Heartland - Salina - Father Christmas, children's make-and-take holiday ornaments, musical entertainment, and refreshments. 2-4pm. ... Holidays in the Heartland |
| 7 | Santa Claus Day - Lucas - Santa arrives in Lucas the Saturday before Christmas. A Christmas movie is shown treats are given to all the kids and the merchants gifts are drawn fo ... Santa Claus Day |