Kaw River Roots Festival

The Kaw River Roots Fest returns to Downtown Lawrence! Celebrate incredible roots music, local food and drink, with multiple stages at Abe & Jake’s Landing and Lucia. Kids 12 & […]

Midsummer Night on Mass

Midsummer Night on Mass is a celebration of Downtown Lawrence. Take advantage of great deals that the downtown shops, restaurants, and drinking establishments offer for this event only. Stroll the […]

Free State Festival

Lawrence Arts Center 940 N. Hampshire St, Lawrence, KS, United States

Welcome Back Jayhawks Weekend

Massachusetts Street Lawrence, KS, United States

Welcome Back Jayhawks Weekend in Historic Downtown Lawrence is a celebration of our downtown community, the KU students and their families, and the kickoff of KU Football Season 2024!Enjoy exclusive […]

Free

Kansas State Fiddling & Picking Championships

South Park 1141 Massachusetts Street, Lawrence, Kansas

A 42-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.  

Art in the Park

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 […]

Rev it Up Hot Rod Street Fest

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 […]

Zombie Walk 2024

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 […]

Downtown Trick or Treat

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 […]

Veterans Day Parade

Massachusetts Street Lawrence, KS, United States

Let's fill Mass St. to celebrate our local Veterans on Saturday, November 9th! Downtown Lawrence / Mass St from 11th to 7th street. All Veterans and Gold Star Families are […]

Santa Rescue and Holiday Light Ceremony

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 […]

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