Best events in
Ozawkie

When the quiet lake life of the weekdays gives way to weekend energy, there are plenty of events and things to do in Ozawkie, KS and the surrounding area. The local scene is a tale of two cities, with the laid-back, outdoor recreation around Perry Lake contrasting with the lively arts and music scenes in nearby Lawrence and Topeka. Lawrence's Massachusetts Street acts as the region's main artery for nightlife, while Topeka's NOTO Arts District draws crowds for its monthly gallery walks.

Stroll down Massachusetts Street in downtown Lawrence for an evening of bar-hopping and live music at iconic venues like The Granada or The Bottleneck.
Experience the local arts scene during monthly events like Lawrence's Final Fridays or Topeka's Monthly Art Walk in the NOTO Arts & Entertainment District.
Enjoy large-scale concerts and theater productions at major Topeka venues including the Topeka Performing Arts Center and the Stormont Vail Events Center.

autocomplete

Nearby cities

Kansas City

47 miles away

Overland Park

47 miles away

Olathe

43 miles away

Lawrence

22 miles away

Topeka

18 miles away

Kansas City

42 miles away

Lenexa

42 miles away

Mission Woods

48 miles away

Leavenworth

30 miles away

Fairway

48 miles away

St. Joseph

49 miles away

Shawnee

42 miles away

Spring Hill

49 miles away

Gardner

42 miles away

Prairie Village

48 miles away

Parkville

42 miles away

Gladstone

48 miles away

Bonner Springs

34 miles away

Basehor

29 miles away

Atchison

29 miles away

Riverside

47 miles away

Hiawatha

42 miles away

Ottawa

44 miles away

Merriam

44 miles away

Mission

45 miles away

Roeland Park

47 miles away

Kansas City

47 miles away

Overland Park

47 miles away

Olathe

43 miles away

Lawrence

22 miles away

Topeka

18 miles away

Kansas City

42 miles away

Lenexa

42 miles away

Mission Woods

48 miles away

Leavenworth

30 miles away

Fairway

48 miles away

St. Joseph

49 miles away

Shawnee

42 miles away

Spring Hill

49 miles away

Gardner

42 miles away

Prairie Village

48 miles away

Parkville

42 miles away

Gladstone

48 miles away

Bonner Springs

34 miles away

Basehor

29 miles away

Atchison

29 miles away

Riverside

47 miles away

Hiawatha

42 miles away

Ottawa

44 miles away

Merriam

44 miles away

Mission

45 miles away

Roeland Park

47 miles away

Online Events

Explore more events

Online Group Reading Nov 1 | Psychic Medium Michelle Russell

Tomorrow • 8:00 PM AST

Check ticket price on event

Humanitarian Water Engineering Fall 2026

Check ticket price on event

No Title, No Permission, No Problem: Harnessing the Power of Influence

Thursday • 1:00 PM GMT

Check ticket price on event

The Walrus Talks at Home: Canada After America

Thu, Nov 12 • 7:00 PM EST

Check ticket price on event

REVISED Cottage Food Safety Statewide Online Training

Fri, Nov 13 • 9:00 AM MST

Check ticket price on event

Corn as a partner and gift giver: Voices of respect

Wed, Nov 18 • 10:00 AM CST

Check ticket price on event

The MI5 Archive: Official Secrets

Fri, Nov 27 • 2:00 PM GMT

Check ticket price on event

Washington Crossing the Delaware / The Crossing - Film History Livestream

Sat, Dec 19 • 8:00 PM EST

Check ticket price on event

Online Group Reading Nov 1 | Psychic Medium Michelle Russell

Tomorrow • 8:00 PM AST

Check ticket price on event

Humanitarian Water Engineering Fall 2026

Check ticket price on event

No Title, No Permission, No Problem: Harnessing the Power of Influence

Thursday • 1:00 PM GMT

Check ticket price on event

The Walrus Talks at Home: Canada After America

Thu, Nov 12 • 7:00 PM EST

Check ticket price on event

REVISED Cottage Food Safety Statewide Online Training

Fri, Nov 13 • 9:00 AM MST

Check ticket price on event

Corn as a partner and gift giver: Voices of respect

Wed, Nov 18 • 10:00 AM CST

Check ticket price on event

The MI5 Archive: Official Secrets

Fri, Nov 27 • 2:00 PM GMT

Check ticket price on event

Washington Crossing the Delaware / The Crossing - Film History Livestream

Sat, Dec 19 • 8:00 PM EST

Check ticket price on event

Explore more events

Events near Ozawkie

Explore more events

Prophetic Painting!

Sat, Nov 7 • 5:30 PM

Redbud Park Pavillion

Check ticket price on event

KU 58th Annual Geotechnical Engineering Conference

Thu, Nov 12 • 7:30 AM

University of Kansas Memorial Union

Check ticket price on event

LAAND Presents: Porcelain at The White Schoolhouse

Sat, Nov 14 • 7:30 PM

White Schoolhouse

Check ticket price on event

BYU vs Kansas Tailgate

Buford M. Watson Jr. Park

Check ticket price on event

LIVE MUSIC - True North

Fri, Dec 4 • 6:00 PM

Compass Point home of Dirty Girl Adventures

Check ticket price on event

Kansas Conceal Carry Class-December

Sat, Dec 12 • 8:00 AM

Gun Garage & Shooting Range

Check ticket price on event

Kansas Children's Service League Red Stocking Breakfast - Topeka 2026

Sat, Dec 12 • 8:00 AM

The Pennant

Check ticket price on event

Journey into Trance

Fri, Jan 8 • 10:00 AM

Be Moved Studio

Check ticket price on event

Prophetic Painting!

Sat, Nov 7 • 5:30 PM

Redbud Park Pavillion

Check ticket price on event

KU 58th Annual Geotechnical Engineering Conference

Thu, Nov 12 • 7:30 AM

University of Kansas Memorial Union

Check ticket price on event

LAAND Presents: Porcelain at The White Schoolhouse

Sat, Nov 14 • 7:30 PM

White Schoolhouse

Check ticket price on event

BYU vs Kansas Tailgate

Buford M. Watson Jr. Park

Check ticket price on event

LIVE MUSIC - True North

Fri, Dec 4 • 6:00 PM

Compass Point home of Dirty Girl Adventures

Check ticket price on event

Kansas Conceal Carry Class-December

Sat, Dec 12 • 8:00 AM

Gun Garage & Shooting Range

Check ticket price on event

Kansas Children's Service League Red Stocking Breakfast - Topeka 2026

Sat, Dec 12 • 8:00 AM

The Pennant

Check ticket price on event

Journey into Trance

Fri, Jan 8 • 10:00 AM

Be Moved Studio

Check ticket price on event

Explore more events

Frequently asked questions about Ozawkie

Where are the best venues for live music near Ozawkie?

Lawrence is the regional hub for live music events, particularly along Massachusetts Street. Venues like The Granada host national touring acts, while The Bottleneck and Replay Lounge feature a mix of local and traveling bands in more intimate settings.

What are some recurring art events in the area?

The region features monthly art walk events in its two largest cities. Lawrence hosts its Final Fridays Art Walk downtown and in the Warehouse Arts District, while Topeka's Monthly Art Walk is centered in the NOTO Arts & Entertainment District.

Are there any annual family-friendly events near Ozawkie?

Annual festivals offer great family-friendly entertainment throughout the region. Consider Topeka's Tulip Time Festival, the Lawrence Busker Festival, or Ozawkie's own annual Heritage Festival for community-focused fun. These events often feature activities for all ages.

What's the nightlife like around Lawrence and Topeka?

Downtown Lawrence offers the most concentrated nightlife, with bars and venues clustered on Massachusetts Street. Topeka's downtown also has a solid mix of pubs and cocktail lounges, especially around Kansas Avenue, providing varied options for an evening out.

How can I find free things to do in the area?

Attending a monthly art walk is a fantastic free activity. Both the Final Fridays in Lawrence and First Fridays in Topeka invite the public to explore galleries and street performances without an admission fee, showcasing local creativity.

What are some good date night ideas near Ozawkie?

A classic date night could involve seeing an independent film or show at Liberty Hall in Lawrence. Afterward, a walk down Massachusetts Street provides numerous choices for drinks or a late dinner at one of the area's many restaurants.

What kind of outdoor activities are popular around Ozawkie?

The area is defined by recreation on and around Perry Lake. Boating, fishing, and hiking are the main draws for locals and visitors. Several parks and marinas, such as the one at Sunnyside Grill, serve as hubs for these outdoor pursuits.

Where can I see a comedy show or performance event?

Several venues in Topeka host comedy shows and other performance events. The Topeka Performing Arts Center brings in larger touring productions, while smaller, more intimate shows can often be found at venues like The Beacon.

Trending searches

1. David diga hernandez

Nearby cities

Kansas City

Overland Park

Olathe

Lawrence

Topeka

Kansas City

Lenexa

Mission Woods

Leavenworth

Fairway

St. Joseph

Shawnee

Spring Hill

Gardner

Prairie Village

Parkville

Gladstone

Bonner Springs

Basehor

Atchison

Riverside

Hiawatha

Ottawa

Merriam

Mission

Roeland Park

Kansas City

Overland Park

Olathe

Lawrence

Topeka

Kansas City

Lenexa

Mission Woods

Leavenworth

Fairway

St. Joseph

Shawnee

Spring Hill

Gardner

Prairie Village

Parkville

Gladstone

Bonner Springs

Basehor

Atchison

Riverside

Hiawatha

Ottawa

Merriam

Mission

Roeland Park

Online Events

Online Group Reading Nov 1 | Psychic Medium Michelle Russell

Humanitarian Water Engineering Fall 2026

No Title, No Permission, No Problem: Harnessing the Power of Influence

The Walrus Talks at Home: Canada After America

REVISED Cottage Food Safety Statewide Online Training

Corn as a partner and gift giver: Voices of respect

The MI5 Archive: Official Secrets

Washington Crossing the Delaware / The Crossing - Film History Livestream

Online Group Reading Nov 1 | Psychic Medium Michelle Russell

Humanitarian Water Engineering Fall 2026

No Title, No Permission, No Problem: Harnessing the Power of Influence

The Walrus Talks at Home: Canada After America

REVISED Cottage Food Safety Statewide Online Training

Corn as a partner and gift giver: Voices of respect

The MI5 Archive: Official Secrets

Washington Crossing the Delaware / The Crossing - Film History Livestream

Events near Ozawkie

Prophetic Painting!

KU 58th Annual Geotechnical Engineering Conference

LAAND Presents: Porcelain at The White Schoolhouse

BYU vs Kansas Tailgate

LIVE MUSIC - True North

Kansas Conceal Carry Class-December

Kansas Children's Service League Red Stocking Breakfast - Topeka 2026