Events in Emporia, KS

Much Ado About Nothing

Beach Music Hall

Count Claudio falls in love with Hero, the daughter of his host. Hero's cousin Beatrice (a confirmed spinster) and Benedict (an eternal bachelor) are each duped into believing the other is in love with them. Claudio is deceived by a malicious plot and denounces Hero as unchaste before they marry. She faints and is believed dead, but recovers to be proved innocent by a chance discovery. Benedict...

Much Ado About Nothing

Beach Music Hall

Count Claudio falls in love with Hero, the daughter of his host. Hero's cousin Beatrice (a confirmed spinster) and Benedict (an eternal bachelor) are each duped into believing the other is in love with them. Claudio is deceived by a malicious plot and denounces Hero as unchaste before they marry. She faints and is believed dead, but recovers to be proved innocent by a chance discovery. Benedict...

Much Ado About Nothing

Beach Music Hall

Count Claudio falls in love with Hero, the daughter of his host. Hero's cousin Beatrice (a confirmed spinster) and Benedict (an eternal bachelor) are each duped into believing the other is in love with them. Claudio is deceived by a malicious plot and denounces Hero as unchaste before they marry. She faints and is believed dead, but recovers to be proved innocent by a chance discovery. Benedict...

PAROC 5-Year Anniversary Celebration!

Prophet Aquatic Research and Outreach Center (PAROC)

Can you believe it has already been FIVE years since PAROC first opened its doors in May of 2021?! We would love for you to celebrate our 5-Year Anniversary with us on June 27th from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm at PAROC for a morning full of hands-on science, outdoor fun, and community connection! 9:00 – 10:00 am Enjoy guided tours of PAROC and student research presentations. 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Join us...

Vamos a Pescar! Science Saturday

Prophet Aquatic Research and Outreach Center (PAROC)

Come celebrate the outdoors and spend the day learning and exploring with us at Vamos a Pescar! Join us at the Prophet Aquatic Research & Outreach Center (PAROC) on Saturday, August 29th from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for Vamos a Pescar, a free, family-friendly event all about fishing, outdoor fun, and conservation! This year is the 10th anniversary of VAP! Whether you’re new to fishing or a seaso...

UNBOUND Gravel - Backyard Bash

Merchant Cycles

We’re throwing the very first UNBOUND Gravel Backyard Bash this November, and you’re invited! Hosted by our friends at Merchant Cycles, this celebration marks the close of the lottery and the official start of the 20th anniversary of UNBOUND Gravel presented by Shimano. Join us at Merchant Cycles as we pedal off into the Flint Hills for a fun group ride and return for a full day of gravel festi...

First Friday Flash Book Sale

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Join the Friends of the Emporia Public Library for a flash book sale during Emporia First Friday! Explore a selection of books for readers of all ages at affordable prices.

Saturday Flash Book Sale

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Join the Friends of the Emporia Public Library for a flash book sale! Explore a selection of books for readers of all ages at affordable prices.

Juneteenth

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Paper Piecing Support Group

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Support group meeting to support paper piecing.

Making the Call: Understanding 911

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Do you know when it’s truly an emergency? Join us for an informative session on when to call 911 and when another resource may be more appropriate. We’ll walk through real-life scenarios, explain what happens when you make the call, and share tips to help you stay calm and communicate clearly in urgent situations. Perfect for individuals and families who want to feel more confident and prepared in an emergency.

Independence Day

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Page Turners: The Stolen Queen by Fiona Davis

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Digital Diagnosis

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Join us for an evening drop-in as we help diagnose your digital dilemmas. Swing by with your phone, laptop, or tablet, and we’ll work to get things running smoothly again. Quick questions, weird glitches, or “why is it doing that?” moments—we’ve got you covered. Need more than a quick fix? We’ll connect you with a Book-a-Librarian session for one-on-one support.

Memory Café

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Connect with fellow caregivers and individuals with memory loss to share experiences and enjoy creative activities together.

Step into Sweden: A Lindsborg Folkdanslag Celebration

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Lindsborg, Kansas is known for its strong Swedish heritage and the remarkable ways their traditions have been passed from generation to generation. The Lindsborg Folkdanslag is no exception! This group of folk dancers will demonstrate lively variations of the polka, waltz, polka, and engelskas and invite the audience to join in, if they so choose. They will perform in handmade folk costumes—some being handed down from early ancestors—and share the history of those as well.

Digital Diagnosis

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Join us for an evening drop-in where we help diagnose your digital dilemmas. Swing by with your phone, laptop, or tablet, and we’ll work to get things running smoothly again. Quick questions, weird glitches, or “why is it doing that?” moments—we’ve got you covered. Need more than a quick fix? We’ll connect you with a Book-a-Librarian session for one-on-one support.

Digital Learn: Technology for Beginners

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Start building your confidence with technology! Join our Digital Learn Series to learn how to navigate a computer, master email, and stay safe online.

Digital Learn: Technology for Beginners

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Start building your confidence with technology! Join our Digital Learn Series to learn how to navigate a computer, master email, and stay safe online.

Page Turners: From the Reservation to Washington by Debra Goodrich

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Crafternoons: Water Marbled Art Prints

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Digital Learn: Technology for Beginners

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Start building your confidence with technology! Join our Digital Learn Series to learn how to navigate a computer, master email, and stay safe online.

Memory Café

emporiapl

Connect with fellow caregivers and individuals with memory loss to share experiences and enjoy creative activities together.

Digital Learn: Technology for Beginners

emporiapl

Start building your confidence with technology! Join our Digital Learn Series to learn how to navigate a computer, master email, and stay safe online.

The Regal Wedding & Event Expo

White Auditorium

A vendor based event for businesses in the wedding, or event market located in Emporia and surrounding areas. Located at the William Lindsey White/ Emporia civic auditorium.

Emporia Alumni Chapter Mixer

Radius Taproom

Reconnect with fellow graduates and expand your network at the Alumni Chapter Mixer, an evening dedicated to building meaningful connections and celebrating school pride. More information is coming soon.

Carnivore Cafe Concession Stand at Zoo Grand Re-Opening

David Traylor Zoo

Join Hetlinger Developmental Services and the David Traylor Zoo as they celebrate the return of the Carnivore Café concession stand, reopening Wednesday, May 13, 2026. The café will be open Wednesday through Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. through July 24, 2026. All proceeds directly support Hetlinger’s programs and services. The Carnivore Café team is excited to once again serve lunch at t...