Lawrence Realtors host a Casino Night benefitting the Lawrence Realtors Community Foundation and organizations focused on improving housing in the community. Join them for a night of fun and gambling games like Texas Hold'em, Bingo, and Blackjack. Open to all skill levels! Doors open at 5:30 pm. Beginner's Poker class at 6:00 pm. Poker Tournament […]

Enjoy great live music, delicious food and a variety of adult beverages while partying on the block of 8th Street between Massachusetts and New Hampshire Street. Hosted by The Sandbar.

A 44-year tradition that is held in Downtown Lawrence. Spend a day listening to the best fiddlers and pickers in the region while taking in all the festivities.  

This two-day event showcases local and regional artists in the beautiful setting of South Park. You can stroll and explore hundreds of booths while enjoying food vendors, fun for the kids, and live music. The event is produced by the Lawrence Art Guild.

This Lawrence tradition showcases the full spectrum of hot rods, from vintage vehicles to modern muscle. There is plenty of live music, food vendors, activities for children, and plenty of pre and after festivities. Proceeds from the event benefit The Ballard Center.

This even celebrates the harvest season in beautiful South Park. Explore some amazing handcrafted goods from local artists and entrepreneurs. This is event is produced by the City of Lawrence.

Come together to raise awareness around relationship violence and show support for survivors with Claire's Community. This family-friendly walk for Domestic Violence Awareness Month is happening Sunday, September 28, starting at 11 am at Fleet Feet Lawrence. Get some steps in and stay for a free lunch at Johnny's Tavern! Costumes, decorated shoes, and signs […]

Gather at South Park; walk down Massachusetts Street at sundown Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/170636906324890 A true night of the Living Dead. Community members of all ages outdo themselves with fabulous costumes and props. Make up artists assist at South Park. A legion of a thousand zombies annually makes the trek down Mass Street as the sidewalks […]

Thousands of community members of all ages flock to the streets of Downtown Lawrence as participating businesses hand out treats, starting at 5 pm. The costumes and props are beyond impressive and many businesses pull out all the stops. Downtown is alive with the Halloween spirit. The event is produced by Downtown Lawrence and its […]

Located at the corner of 9th and Massachusetts Street, Weaver's Department Store This official kick-off to the holiday season is a Lawrence tradition. Large crowds gather to see Santa safely rescued from the roof of Weaver’s by the local fire department. Once Santa is safely on the ground, the downtown bursts with holiday lights as the […]

This Downtown Lawrence tradition truly rings in the Christmas spirit as horse drawn entries from all over the region, adorned with Christmas regalia, parade down Massachusetts Street. The sidewalks are packed with spectators and there is plenty of holiday spirit to share. The event is produced by the Lawrence Old-Fashioned Christmas Parade Committee.