Many annual festivals, parades, fairs and other events enliven your visit throughout the year. For more information call the Visitors Bureau at 316-342-1803.
St. David's Day Concert/Celebration
Westminster Presbyterian Church
March 7, 1999
A celebration of Welsh heritage enjoyed by all, 341-5206.
St. Patrick's Day Celebration
Downtown Emporia
March 13, 1999
Parade, tater patch food, and beverage, 342-5393.
Flint Hills Rodeo
Strong City Rodeo Fairgrounds
June 4-6, 1999
The thrill and drama of professional rodeo; also a great parade, 273-6480.
National Teachers Hall of Fame Induction
Emporia State University campus
June 24-27, 1999
Banquet and induction ceremony honor current class of Hall of Fame inductees. Inspiring tributes to outstanding teaching, 341-5660.
Outdoor Concerts
Fremont Park
June & July, 8 p.m.
The Emporia Civic Band performs outdoor concerts on Thursday evenings during the summer, 342-3247. Bring a picnic and enjoy!
Fourth of July
Downtown Emporia
Always a colorful civic celebration. Includes a patriotic parade, concert and, of course, a fireworks display, 342-2488.
Lyon County Free Fair
Lyon County Fairgrounds
August 1-7, 1999
Among the activities: a mud-a-thon, demolition derby, truck pulls, livestock shows, crafts, rodeo, carnival rides, concert, many exhibits, 342-5014.
Flint Hills Beef Fest
Lyon County Fairgrounds
August 20-22, 1999
This festival honors the cattle industry in the Emporia area. There are contests, cattle judging, a ranch rodeo, steak dinner, dance, and live entertainment, 343-4741.
Mexican-American Fiesta
Lyon County Fairgrounds
September 10-12, 1999
A celebration of Emporia's Hispanic heritage. Dancing, entertainment, wonderful food, 341-7400.
Flint Hills Balloon Fly-In
Lyon County Fairgrounds
October 15-17, 1999
Balloonists from Topeka and Wichita meet in Emporia for our end-of-the-season hot air balloon challenge, 342-7587. A great weekend!
Christmas Parade
Downtown Emporia
November 30, 1999
We always welcome the holiday season with a bright, colorful parade and the arrival of Santa Claus, 342-1600.
Holiday Homes Tour
December
Very popular. A visit to four of Emporia's finest homes, all decked out in their holiday finery.
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