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Topeka

Events and things to do in Topeka, KS range from large-scale shows to intimate neighborhood gatherings. The NOTO Arts & Entertainment District is a major cultural hub, anchored by its popular monthly Monthly Art Walk. From there, the scene extends to downtown's professional gathering spots and local bars featuring live music.

Explore the NOTO Arts & Entertainment District, where the monthly Monthly Art Walk brings galleries and boutiques to life with local art and music.
Catch a major concert, show, or sporting event at the Stormont Vail Events Center or a theatre production at the Topeka Performing Arts Center.
Enjoy live bands in a casual atmosphere at local spots like The Celtic Fox downtown or Gayle's in North Topeka.

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Dillard's in NOTO : A Night of Fashion

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Sat, Oct 17 • 5:00 PM

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Topeka Center For Advanced Learning & Careers (TCALC)

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Thu, Nov 5 • 11:00 AM

Topeka Country Club

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Dillard's in NOTO : A Night of Fashion

Saturday • 5:00 PM

Great Overland Station

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Sun, Oct 4 • 6:00 PM

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Live Music - Hamilton Loomis

Thu, Oct 8 • 5:30 PM

Compass Point home of Dirty Girl Adventures

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Clejan Live in Topeka

Sat, Oct 17 • 5:00 PM

Tonix and Tunes Bar and Lounge

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Education Advocate & Parent Rights Training

Wed, Oct 21 • 9:00 AM

Topeka Center For Advanced Learning & Careers (TCALC)

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Barnes & Noble and Waterstones Virtually Presents: Madeline Miller

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A Norman stitch-up? The story behind the Bayeux Tapestry

Wed, Oct 7 • 7:30 PM GMT+1

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(ONLINE) Women on the Move with Ann Patchett

Tue, Oct 27 • 11:30 AM EDT

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

Thu, Nov 5 • 1:00 PM GMT

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Lean Global Connection 2026

Thu, Nov 12 • 2:00 PM UTC

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Washington Crossing the Delaware / The Crossing - Film History Livestream

Sat, Dec 19 • 8:00 PM EST

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Black Girl Book Fair! Spooky Edition

Saturday • 12:00 AM CDT

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Wed, Oct 7 • 7:30 PM GMT+1

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(ONLINE) Women on the Move with Ann Patchett

Tue, Oct 27 • 11:30 AM EDT

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Thu, Nov 5 • 1:00 PM GMT

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Lean Global Connection 2026

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TWHS Class of 1976 - 50th Reunion - October 2nd & 3rd, 2026

Friday • 7:00 PM + 3 more

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Lakeview Church

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Dillard's in NOTO : A Night of Fashion

Saturday • 5:00 PM

Great Overland Station

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Live Music - Dirty Red and the Soul Shakers

Saturday • 6:00 PM

Compass Point home of Dirty Girl Adventures

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Shop & Style - KS

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Dillard's

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Random Acts of Kindness Spree in New Bedford

Saturday • 11:00 AM + 3 more

3101 SW 29th St STE B, Topeka, KS 66614, United States

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Spoken 2026

Sun, Oct 4 • 6:00 PM

Topeka Country Club

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TWHS Class of 1976 - 50th Reunion - October 2nd & 3rd, 2026

Friday • 7:00 PM + 3 more

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EXPECTING A HARVEST//The 2026 Youth Experience

Friday • 6:30 PM

Lakeview Church

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Dillard's in NOTO : A Night of Fashion

Saturday • 5:00 PM

Great Overland Station

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Live Music - Dirty Red and the Soul Shakers

Saturday • 6:00 PM

Compass Point home of Dirty Girl Adventures

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Shop & Style - KS

Saturday • 12:00 PM

Dillard's

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Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) Training in Topeka, KS

Saturday • 9:00 AM

420 SE 6th St

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Random Acts of Kindness Spree in New Bedford

Saturday • 11:00 AM + 3 more

3101 SW 29th St STE B, Topeka, KS 66614, United States

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Spoken 2026

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Live Music - Hamilton Loomis

Thu, Oct 8 • 5:30 PM

Compass Point home of Dirty Girl Adventures

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Kaw valley Sacrament Meeting

Sun, Oct 11 • 10:30 AM

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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Clejan Live in Topeka

Sat, Oct 17 • 5:00 PM

Tonix and Tunes Bar and Lounge

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Dueling Pianos: Party With A Purpose

Sat, Oct 17 • 6:00 PM

Cyrus Hotel, Topeka, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, South Kansas Avenue, Topeka, KS, USA

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Live Music - Hamilton Loomis

Thu, Oct 8 • 5:30 PM

Compass Point home of Dirty Girl Adventures

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Kaw valley Sacrament Meeting

Sun, Oct 11 • 10:30 AM

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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Clejan Live in Topeka

Sat, Oct 17 • 5:00 PM

Tonix and Tunes Bar and Lounge

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Dueling Pianos: Party With A Purpose

Sat, Oct 17 • 6:00 PM

Cyrus Hotel, Topeka, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, South Kansas Avenue, Topeka, KS, USA

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Frequently asked questions about Topeka

What are the best art events in Topeka?

The Monthly Art Walk in the NOTO Arts District is a signature monthly event. Galleries and boutiques open their doors to feature local artists and musicians. The district also hosts other cultural events, like the annual Dia de los Muertos Festival.

Where can I find live music events in Topeka?

Downtown's The Celtic Fox and North Topeka's Gayle's regularly feature live bands. These neighborhood pubs offer a classic setting to see local performers. The NOTO Arts District also hosts a Summer Concert Series.

Which Topeka neighborhood is best for nightlife?

Downtown Topeka offers a lively atmosphere for evening drinks and dining, especially along Kansas Avenue. For a more arts-focused night, the NOTO Arts & Entertainment District has unique galleries and venues. The Oakland neighborhood has the city's oldest bar, The Brass Rail Tavern.

Do you have any date night ideas in Topeka?

A great date night could involve dinner and a show at the Topeka Performing Arts Center. For a more casual evening, try the unique speakeasy feel at Blind Tiger Brewery & Restaurant or explore the monthly Monthly Art Walk in NOTO.

Are there free events to attend in Topeka?

The monthly Monthly Art Walk is a popular free event in the NOTO Arts District. Strolling through the galleries and enjoying the street atmosphere is a great way to experience local culture. Many outdoor concerts are also free to attend.

What are some of Topeka's main annual festivals?

Topeka hosts several notable annual events, including the Tulip Time Festival each spring. The Oakland neighborhood celebrates with the annual Fiesta Topeka, and the NOTO district hosts events like Celebrations of Winter.

What family-friendly things are there to do in Topeka?

The Topeka Zoo offers a great outing and hosts private events in its Kay McFarland Japanese Garden. Families can also enjoy city-wide seasonal celebrations like the annual Tulip Time Festival or annual events in the NOTO district.

What's the main venue for large-scale events in Topeka?

The Stormont Vail Events Center is the primary venue for large concerts, trade shows, and sporting events. It hosts annual gatherings like the Kansas Lawn & Garden Show. For major performing arts, see the schedule at the Topeka Performing Arts Center.

Popular in Topeka

Dillard's in NOTO : A Night of Fashion

Spoken 2026

Live Music - Hamilton Loomis

Clejan Live in Topeka

Education Advocate & Parent Rights Training

Foodies + New Friends: Topeka

National Philanthropy Day 2026

Dillard's in NOTO : A Night of Fashion

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Live Music - Hamilton Loomis

Clejan Live in Topeka

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Foodies + New Friends: Topeka

National Philanthropy Day 2026

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Barnes & Noble and Waterstones Virtually Presents: Madeline Miller

Black Girl Book Fair! Spooky Edition

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(ONLINE) Women on the Move with Ann Patchett

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

Lean Global Connection 2026

Washington Crossing the Delaware / The Crossing - Film History Livestream

Barnes & Noble and Waterstones Virtually Presents: Madeline Miller

Black Girl Book Fair! Spooky Edition

Ethically Shady: Navigating the Gray Areas of Interpreting

A Norman stitch-up? The story behind the Bayeux Tapestry

(ONLINE) Women on the Move with Ann Patchett

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

Lean Global Connection 2026

Washington Crossing the Delaware / The Crossing - Film History Livestream

This Weekend

TWHS Class of 1976 - 50th Reunion - October 2nd & 3rd, 2026

EXPECTING A HARVEST//The 2026 Youth Experience

Dillard's in NOTO : A Night of Fashion

Live Music - Dirty Red and the Soul Shakers

Shop & Style - KS

Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) Training in Topeka, KS

Random Acts of Kindness Spree in New Bedford

Spoken 2026

TWHS Class of 1976 - 50th Reunion - October 2nd & 3rd, 2026

EXPECTING A HARVEST//The 2026 Youth Experience

Dillard's in NOTO : A Night of Fashion

Live Music - Dirty Red and the Soul Shakers

Shop & Style - KS

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Music events

Live Music - Hamilton Loomis

Kaw valley Sacrament Meeting

Clejan Live in Topeka

Dueling Pianos: Party With A Purpose

Live Music - Hamilton Loomis

Kaw valley Sacrament Meeting

Clejan Live in Topeka

Dueling Pianos: Party With A Purpose

Points of Interest near Topeka

What are the best art events in Topeka?

Where can I find live music events in Topeka?

Which Topeka neighborhood is best for nightlife?

Do you have any date night ideas in Topeka?

Are there free events to attend in Topeka?

What are some of Topeka's main annual festivals?

What family-friendly things are there to do in Topeka?

What's the main venue for large-scale events in Topeka?