Gather at South Park; walk down Massachusetts Street at sundown. Costume contests, prizes, make-up stations, and more! 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 […]

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 […]

The annual Festival of Trees in is a heartwarming holiday tradition! Celebrate the season with beautifully decorated Christmas trees, wreaths, and festive displays, all created by local businesses, organizations, and community members. The proceeds from this event benefit O'Connell Children's Shelter. It is a perfect way to kick off the holiday season!

Make plans to attend this annual downtown Lawrence tradition when the twinkle lights along Massachusetts Street are lit up for the holiday season, and Santa needs a hand from Lawrence-Douglas County Fire Medical as he gets stuck atop Weaver’s Department store. There will also be a North Pole Post Office outpost tent where kiddos can […]

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.

Join us for a festive Mardi Gras celebration in Downtown Lawrence, February 17, 2026! Terrebonne will be serving up delicious beignets, coffee, libations, and plenty of good vibes. Enjoy the lively parade starting at Lucia and making its way to Terrebonne and other key stops. Don't miss out on this fun-filled event for all ages!

The Busker Festival is on! It’s a once-a-year-get-weird weekend where you will find unusual entertainment all over historic downtown Lawrence. Celebrate with a roster of street performers from all around the world. Magicians, jugglers, musicians, acrobats, and more will perform. It’s a full-on festival with food, libations, and fun around every corner!

It's time for LAWRENCE PRIDE 2026!! Lawrence PRIDE with a parade in Downtown Lawrence and a block party in South Park after the parade with drag shows and local vendors. Bring your own reusable water bottles in order to cut down on waste. The City of Lawrence now has water refilling stations conveniently located in […]

Live on Mass is back in Downtown Lawrence this summer to celebrate 30 years of Split Lip Rayfield with a FREE 3-day celebration brought to you by Kaw River Roots Festival! With Johnny Mullenax Band, Front Porch, MoonShroom, John Depew Music, Lauren Lovelle & The Midnight Spliffs, Pretend Friend, Betsy O & The Hollaback Boys, […]

Enjoy live music, food, and entertainment to kickoff the World Cup!

Lawrence Busker Festival presents Score Lawrence, a community-wide celebration of the beautiful game! The day kicks off with a free outdoor festival on 7th Street, where the energy of international soccer culture comes alive. Be amazed by a world-class international soccer freestyler performing jaw-dropping tricks, and dance to multicultural music from some of Lawrence's best […]

Each June, Lawrence comes together to honor the history, culture, and spirit of Juneteenth through music, food, community, and celebration. Details for Juneteenth 2026 are coming soon. Please check back here for updates on the date, location, performers, and ways to get involved.