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There’s just something about Cider Days that makes it officially feel like FALL in Topeka.

And this year, we’re celebrating 45 years of this local tradition!

Cider Days is September 19 & 20 at Stormont Vail Events Center and there is a LOT packed into this weekend.

Think more than 200 vendors and makers, delicious food, live entertainment, artisan demonstrations, fall photo opportunities and activities for kids of all ages.

The little ones can check out gem prospecting, face painting, balloon art, inflatables, pony rides, camel rides, an exotic petting zoo and a Berenstain Bears Story Time & Meet & Greet.

And then there are the Cider Days staples we all know and love: apple cider slushes and those delicious apple cider donuts.

Saturday runs 10 AM–6 PM and Sunday 10 AM–4 PM.

Tickets are available at Topeka Dillons locations and the Cable Dahmer Box Office at Stormont Vail Events Center. Kids 13 and under get in FREE, and tickets are valid all weekend.

Make a day of it. Shop local. Let the kids have some fun. Grab a cider slush and a donut.

Cider Days has been part of Topeka’s fall story for 45 years. Come be part of it this weekend!

It's almost time for Friday Flicks at Evergy Plaza!! Throw those lawn chairs in the car and call up your girlfriends to come out for a girls night!

It's ladies night and we heard Iron Rail Brewing will even have some pink cocktails to go with the vibe!

Tag your girlfriends and make it a fun night out!

Eats:
Taqueria Mexico Lindo
La Creperie Co.
Pineapple Dream Topeka

Did you hear the news?!?! On Saturday, September 26 at 6 PM, Evergy Plaza will become a place of worship, community, and hope as internationally acclaimed Bethel Music and award-winning Christian hip-hop artist KB come to Downtown Topeka, for Open Skies.

Bethel Music has songs being sung around the world and billions of global streams.

Joining them is KB, a Dove Award-winning artist, author, speaker, and one of Christian hip-hop's most powerful voices.

But beyond the music, this is about coming together.

Different stories.

Different backgrounds.

One community.

Bring your family. Bring your friends. Bring a lawn chair. Come ready to worship, lift your voice, and be reminded that there is still so much hope.

September 26 | 6 PM
Evergy Plaza | Downtown Topeka

And the best part? It's FREE.

Topeka, let's fill the Plaza.

Friday Flicks brought another great summer night to Evergy Plaza!

The movie was great, the weather cooled off as soon as the and the plaza was full of families and friends enjoying the evening together. And let's talk about the food—those Zinger Nachos from Dj's Diner & Food Truck were 🔥! Of course, we couldn't pass up a refreshing lemonade from Carnival Cravings 785 either.

If you missed this month's movie, don't worry, they've already got the next one on the calendar!

Save the date: Friday, September 11
Mean Girls is coming to the big screen!

Grab your lawn chairs, bring your favorite people, and make plans for another Friday night at the Plaza in downtown Topeka. We'll see you there!

THIS SATURDAY!

Get ready for one of the most exciting cultural celebrations of the year as India Mela Topeka takes over Evergy Plaza!

Beginning at 5 PM, you'll experience incredible food, live entertainment, traditional dance performances, unique shopping, and an unforgettable evening celebrating Indian culture.

Gather your friends and family, bring your lawn chairs, and come experience an event that's full of energy, color, and community.

See you this Saturday!

📷: India Mela

The sun is going down, the breeze is cool and the fight is on at Evergy Plaza!! Hook & Que is frying up some delicious eats and Kona Ice and Sweet Bites have the treats.

If you haven't marked August 14th on your calendar do it! Indiana Jones will be showing at the next Friday Flicks!

Looking for Friday night plans?

Head to Evergy Plaza on June 19 for Concert for a Child, a free community concert featuring Zac Harmon and The Mix with Mike Babb.

Great music, local food, and an opportunity to support the important work of Capper Foundation all in one place.

Come out, enjoy the show, and help make a difference.

Thursday nights were made for this. 🎶

Great music, local food, and a chance to spend a summer evening with friends and family at Evergy Plaza.

This week's Envista Eats & Beats lineup features Typical Stereo and the Bill Horn Band bringing the soundtrack for a perfect night downtown.

Come hungry:
🍴 Cooking with Mike
🍔 Bobby's Food Co
🎳 QueenPins & KingPins Food Trucks
🔥 Smokey Dunks
🍭 Unique Treats LLC
🍦 RG's Sweetery

Grab a lawn chair and come enjoy one of the best community traditions of the summer.

Saturday night plans? We have a suggestion. 🥊

Head to Evergy Plaza for Fight Night 3.0 and experience one of the most electric events of the year.

John "The Iron Man" Cantrell is defending his undefeated 18-0 record, the atmosphere will be incredible, and admission is FREE.

These are the nights that make the Topeka community special. We hope to see you there.

UPDATE: Location has been moved to Stormont Vail Event Center due to inclement weather.