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This will be a 1-day fast pitch tournament with 4 different age divisions, using Tangeman and Peebles complex.  For more information, contact Jared Rutti at (620) 276-1200.

This rodeo will include Bull Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, Bareback Riding, Breakaway Roping, Team Roping, Tie Down Roping, Steer Wrestling, Barrel Racing with mutton busting and a boot scramble available...

May 31st & June 1st Finney County Extension Council and Finney County Conservation District are hosting the 5th Annual Ag Women of the Heartland. The event will be held on...

The Garden City Tennis Association presents the 7th Annual Garden City Open Tennis Tournament, which will be held at the Garden City High School tennis courts starting at 9:00 a.m....

Fri, May 31, 2019 7:30 PM Wed, Jun 12, 2019 2:00 AM Garden City Municipal Band Concert Steven’s Park- 7:30 P.M. The Garden City Municipal Band, founded in 1879 (along...

Some of the most alluring places are found not only on stage with a magician but even more in the universe of books, where readers are whisked away into infinite...

Come to Downtown Garden City Arts to see great art by local artist Deb Huber! Deb is Beef Empire Days’ featured artist this year; she painted several pieces that have...

Beef Empire Days hosts community and family focused events to promote and educate the people of Garden City and surrounding areas about beef, the industry and its impact on the...

This is an All-Star baseball game for graduated seniors from the state of Kansas.  It will consist of a home run derby event and an all-star game played at Clint...

Samy’s Spirits & Steakhouse - 7:00 p.m. Come KICKOFF the 51st year with Battle of the Bands!!! This good time will feature area bands in the parking lot of Samy’s....

Sat, Jun 1, 2019 7:00 AM Wed, Jun 12, 2019 12:00 AM YMCA (map) 29th Annual Hoof it to Health Road Run – YMCA – 7:00 a.m. The Garden City...

Sat, Jun 1, 2019 10:00 AM Wed, Jun 12, 2019 12:00 AM Peebles Complex (map) Beef Empire Days Softball Tournament – Peebles Complex – 10:00 a.m. June 1st & 2nd...

Want to know how the traditional cowboy works the herd? The Livestock Nutrition Center Ranch Rodeo is a free event to attend where traditional working cowboys gather to compete and...

Praise in the Park is a non-denominational music event open to the entire community. Praise and worship bands from around the region will come together to bring us their song....

Area feedyard employees and “townies” that enjoy barrel racing and team roping are invited to attend this annual favorite at the Finney County Fairgrounds Arena beginning at 10:00 a.m. Cowboys...

Free guided tours of the Historic William Fulton House, dating to 1884 and built by one of Garden City's four founders.  The restored Folk Victorian home is adjacent to the...

The cattle begin arriving at dawn or before and the excitement level will peak by mid-morning when the 51st annual Live Show takes center stage. Anyone with an interest in...

“Can you beat the Judge?” Public Pick 5 is open to men, women and youth. Each person will pick five head during the steer division of the Live Show that...

Beef Empire Days’ sponsors and their guests are invited to this annual event that provides an excellent opportunity to network with customers and clients while enjoying delicious beef hors d’...

The People's Choice Auction includes the top 25 placing heifers of the live show. The objective is to select the heifer with the highest BED index score. The top three...

The Beef Empire Days Cattle Working Contest is open to all area processing crews and provides an excellent opportunity to learn the newest trends and test the latest equipment. The...

United Wireless Community Children’s parades gives small children the opportunity to walk, ride bikes, strollers, scooters or trikes and participate in a parade like setting that includes prizes and free...

Join Downtown Vision in Steven's Park for food truck Friday and enjoy an array of delicious food!  For more information, contact Sheila Crane at (620) 276-0891.

Please join Garden City Arts for June’s First Friday Art Walk! Participants can come and go at their own leisure at each location between the hours listed below. Admission is...

The social Hour begins at 6:00 p.m. at the Clarion Inn Ballroom, immediately followed by the awards banquet. Guests will be served succulent Western Kansas beef and all the trimmings....

Free encore performance of Hamlet before our trip to the International Thespian Festival in Lincoln, NE June 24th-29th. Goodwill donations will be taken at the door.

The friendly bankers and associates at Commerce Bank invite everyone to Stevens Park in downtown Garden City beginning at 6:30 a.m. for pancakes and beef sausage. The chef from Chris...

“Bring on the BEEF!” is the theme for this year’s annual parade. Garden City’s largest parade is sure to be a crowd-pleaser with 100 plus entries. The parade begins promptly...

Sample the flair of the west at the Lee Richardson Zoo west side in Garden City. An old-fashion BBQ meal will be served for a $1.00 a person. The beef...

Come out to Lee Richardson Zoo and join the Kansas Kruisers car club for this 1st annual scholarship car show. This scholarship event will be in conjunction with the Beef...

The temperature rises, days are longer, the family spends more time outdoors – it’s grillin’ time in southwest Kansas.  Is there a man alive who doesn’t believe he grills a...

Beef Empire Days, Downtown Vision and Western State Bank has joined together to bring you this 2nd Annual event filled with food, beer, and music. Hero’s Way will have food...

Golf action begins on South Highway 83 on Saturday morning for the Buffalo Dunes four-person scramble tournament. Shotgun starts at 8:00 a.m. Register by calling the golf shop at (620)...

Once again its feedin’ time and you’re invited to a progressively delicious dining experience featuring some of the Beef Empire’s best grub served at some of the finest local establishments....

The Buffalo Dunes Ladies Golf Tournament is held in conjunction with the Women's Golf Tournament at The Golf Club at Southwind.  The tournament starts early in the morning and includes...

Mix of Pro-Boxing, Amateur Boxing  and MMA Put on by Garden City Boxing.  If you have questions please contact Juan Aldana Jr.  620-272-3952

This will be the 32nd Annual Jim Clanton Memorial Baseball Tournament.  This tournament has 3 age divisions that teams may enter into: 19U, 16U, and 14U.  For more information, contact Jared...

Mark it on your calendars and join us in celebrating our Nation's Independence Day at Garden City's 1st Vet for Veterans 4th of July Parade!!! Interested in participating in the...

Airport Raceway in Garden City, Kan., hosts the fourth edition of the Midget Round Up on May 25-26. The doubleheader features midgets sanctioned by the POWRi Lucas Oil RMMRA Series...

This will be a 1-day fast pitch tournament with 4 different age divisions, using Tangeman and Peebles complex.  For more information, contact Jared Rutti at (620) 276-1200.

Airport Raceway in Garden City, Kan., hosts the fourth edition of the Midget Round Up on May 25-26. The doubleheader features midgets sanctioned by the POWRi Lucas Oil RMMRA Series...

Join Downtown Vision in Steven's Park and enjoy an array of delicious food!  For more information, contact Sheila Crane at (620) 276-0891.

Prom Through the Decades Adult Prom Night and Charity Auction Dress up in your best prom outfits from your favorite decade and head over to the Clarion Ballroom for a...

This is an outdoor festival of 58-60 vendor booths from over 20 Kansas communities, featuring antiques, collectibles, arts & crafts for shoppers.  For more information, contact Steve Quakenbush at the...

The KU Natural History Museum’s pop-up Mobile Museum will travel to Salina, Great Bend, and Garden City in July 2019. Youth and families in these Kansas communities will have the...

8AM Judging: Clothing Construction, Buymanship and Fiber Arts Judging. Located in 4-H Bldg Large Size 8AM- 11AM FACS Judging Located in the 4-H Building

Home Enviroment tours

1:30PM Judging: Demonstrations/Illustrated Talks located in the 4-H Bldg small side

7:30AM Registration: Horse Show located at 4-H Bldg West Side 8AM Superintendents Fair set up located in Exhibition Bldg Horse Show located in Grandstand Arena 1230PM Check-in: Horse Speed Events,...

Mix of Pro Boxing, Amateur Boxing and MMA Put on by Garden City Boxing Club. If you have questions contact Juan Aldana Jr at 620-3952

8AM - 9PM Check-in: Table Setting Contest Located in GSMR 8AM - 11AM Check-in: Open Clothing & Textiles, Open Arts & Crafts, Duct Tape, Model Blocks, Barn Quilts and Open...

9AM-10AM / 2PM-5PM Sheep/Goat Vet Check located North of West Pavillion along tree line. 8AM Barns Open All livestock projects 8AM-10AM Check-in: 4-H/Open Photography, Shooting Sports, 4-H Electricity/Electronics, 4-H Geology/Entomology,...

8AM Sheep Show located in the Showring 9AM Poultry Show located in Rabbit and Poultry Building 10AM Rabbit Show located in Rabbit and Poultry Building 1PM-4PM Bucket Calf Consultation (by...

Opioid Summit- Education and prevention on the opioid epidemic For more information contact Callie Dyer at 620-765-1181

8AM Swine Show located in the Showring 3PM-430PM 4-H Ambassador's Keep Calm & 4-H Tour On located in Picnic Area. 7PM Public Fashion Revue located in the Exhibition Building

8AM Goat Show located in the Showring 6PM Supreme Showman located in Showring 8PM Free Concert State Line Drive located in Exhibition Building  

All Day Food Truck Saturday located in  Grandstand Plaza Meat Your BBQ located in Extension Office Courtyard 8AM Premium Auction located in the Showring 830AM Check-in: Sidewalk Chalk located in ...

9AM 4-H Sunday Service located in the Showring 10AM 4-H Awards Ceremony located in the Showring. Animals will be released after the 4-H Awards Ceremony 11AM-1230PM Tear-down & Clean up...

The Garden City men's soccer team is holding a free camp July 29-31 from 1-3 at Broncbuster Stadium.   Click here: https://gardencitycc.prestosports.com/sports/msoc/2019-20/files/2019_Free_Soccer_Camp.pdf for registration form.  

The Garden City men's soccer team is holding a free camp July 29-31 from 1-3 at Broncbuster Stadium.   Click here: https://gardencitycc.prestosports.com/sports/msoc/2019-20/files/2019_Free_Soccer_Camp.pdf for registration form.  

The Garden City men's soccer team is holding a free camp July 29-31 from 1-3 at Broncbuster Stadium.   Click here: https://gardencitycc.prestosports.com/sports/msoc/2019-20/files/2019_Free_Soccer_Camp.pdf for registration form.  

Join Downtown Vision in Steven's Park and enjoy an array of delicious food!  For more information, contact Sheila Crane at (620) 276-0891.

Artist will have banner art on display in Downton businesses for up close viewing. Free reception at Garden city Arts beginning at 6pm.  Food Trucks will be on Hero's way...

For 40 years, Garden City has been the host for Kansas’ longest running professional golf tournament, The Southwest Kansas Pro-Am.  Lasting almost a week, the Pro-Am consists of many different...

For 40 years, Garden City has been the host for Kansas’ longest running professional golf tournament, The Southwest Kansas Pro-Am.  Lasting almost a week, the Pro-Am consists of many different...

For 40 years, Garden City has been the host for Kansas’ longest running professional golf tournament, The Southwest Kansas Pro-Am.  Lasting almost a week, the Pro-Am consists of many different...

For 40 years, Garden City has been the host for Kansas’ longest running professional golf tournament, The Southwest Kansas Pro-Am.  Lasting almost a week, the Pro-Am consists of many different...

For 40 years, Garden City has been the host for Kansas’ longest running professional golf tournament, The Southwest Kansas Pro-Am.  Lasting almost a week, the Pro-Am consists of many different...

For 40 years, Garden City has been the host for Kansas’ longest running professional golf tournament, The Southwest Kansas Pro-Am.  Lasting almost a week, the Pro-Am consists of many different...

Join us for the third annual Siege obstacle 5K event. This event is the ultimate test of courage and strength and will benefit Vets for Veterans. Push your physical limits...

On the 4th weekend of August (23rd-25th, 2019) the west green of the Lee Richardson Zoo comes alive with sights and sounds of families enjoying food, music and children's activities....

On the 4th weekend of August (23rd-25th, 2019) the west green of the Lee Richardson Zoo comes alive with sights and sounds of families enjoying food, music and children's activities....

Join Downtown Vision in Steven's Park and enjoy an array of delicious food!  For more information, contact Sheila Crane at (620) 276-0891.

    Come join us as we support Broncbuster Athletics for a tailgate party and game. Tailgate and Buster Walk start at 11:00 AM. Kick-off will be at 1:00 PM.

The Mexican heritage that helps shape Garden City’s unique culture draws a special notice during the annual community event “Fiesta”. This year we will be celebrating the 93rd  anniversary! The...

The Mexican heritage that helps shape Garden City’s unique culture draws a special notice during the annual community event “Fiesta”. This year we will be celebrating the 93rd  anniversary! The...

Drop-in anytime between 1 - 3 PM and enjoy multiple art-making stations suitable for the whole family. Each month we will learn and take inspiration from a different artist or...

  Put an Exclamation Point on Your Summer w/ a Dose of Live Music Featured by The Jed Melton Band and Other Local Area Artists! Tickets are Only $20 in...

The Wine Tasting event is one of Garden City's premier social events of the year. This year's event theme, "Hollywood Nights" will once again feature the largest variety of wine...

We're celebrating the 10th annual International Red Panda Day at our Red Panda habitat in Wild Asia on Saturday, Sept 21st from 3:00 to 4:00 PM. Stop by to learn...

Join us Sunday, September 22nd from 2:00 to 4:00 at the rhino habitat to learn all about the 5 endangered species of rhino and how we can help ensure five...

Endowment Association Centennial Gala at the Beth Tedrow Student Center.  Event starts at 6:00 PM at the Beth Tedrow Student Center. You can purchase tickets by contacting the college.  If...

10:00 AM: 100 Years of Community  Parade on the GCCC Campus 11:00 AM: Family Fun Ed-Venture A FREE scavenger hunt event with prizes involving all college programs. 11:00 AM to...

Kansas High School and Junior High Rodeo Please contact Shelly Meier with any questions.

Kansas High School and Junior High Rodeo Please contact Shelly Meier with any questions.

Use the north/staff entrance of the museum. Bring your lunch, if you like. We will provide dessert and beverages. All about antique and contemporary Coca-Cola paraphernalia. Presented by avid Coke...

Drop-in anytime between 1 - 3 PM and enjoy multiple art-making stations suitable for the whole family. Each month we will learn and take inspiration from a different artist or...

Event Description: 3:00  BEGIN -              Vendor Booths -              Silent Auction -              Concession stand -              Kid Zone -              Pictures -              Vaccination Clinic 3:30        Buchman Bestial Behaviors - answers questions 4:30        K9...

Join us for our annual German Supper. Come enjoy authentic German food, live entertainment, and homemade pies! All money raised from ticket sales will go to Meals on Wheels. Hope...

Rob Scheps/ Ron Carlson. Jazz concert. In the Beth Tedrow Student Center/ Portico.

Free admission. Use the north/staff entrance of the museum. Bring your dinner, if you like. We will provide dessert and beverages. The nine-decade story of Garden City's Warren Hotel and...

  Chad Veach and Social Club Misfits are coming to Garden City, KS on Monday, October 21st! This is going to be a powerful night of praise with an incredible...

Come browse and shop for the best in antiques, homemade crafts, collectibles, and baked goods at the Finney County Fairgrounds Exhibition Building Saturday from 10 am to 6pm and Sunday...

Prepare yourself for Garden City Arts 8th annual Dia de los Muertos Festival by creating a stunning, one-of-a-kind headdress. You will learn how to make your own paper flowers and...

Join us on October 31st in the church parking lot to ensure a fun and safe trick or treating experience! If you would like to decorate a "trunk" for the...

Free will donation

Banners from Banner Art go up for auction. Proceeds are for the beautification of Downtown Garden City. Advance ticket purchase is required. Tickets go on sale August 2nd. This event...

April has performed professionally for 20-plus years, starting step dancing at 3 and fiddling at 6 Mix of Ottawa Valley fiddling/step dancing, old time Americana and Appalachian music April and...

This is a National Little Britches Rodeo Association Sanctioned event. If you have any questions please contact Jim Boy Hash at 620-275-3205

Using printmaking and drawing techniques, kids in this fun morning workshop will create their dream Christmas Tree on paper. The artwork will then go on display at the Finney County...

Grab your friends for a day out and come enjoy yourselves at our expo! We will feature a Handbag Bingo Activity where more than 20 authentic designer handbags can be...

Drop-in anytime between 1 - 3 PM and enjoy multiple art-making stations suitable for the whole family. Each month we will learn and take inspiration from a different artist or...

Join us as we dream up the ultimate Christmas present and then make it come to life by using mixed media techniques to create a 2D work of art! The...

This is a National Little Britches Rodeo Association Sanctioned event. If you have any questions please contact Jim Boy Hash at 620-275-3205

Use the north/staff entrance of the museum. Bring your lunch, if you like. We will provide dessert and beverages. The local history and fascinating practice of keeping bees and producing...

This event recognizes Finney County educators who go above and beyond in inspiring and education the youth in our community. If you have any questions please contact Myca Bunch at...