Good morning, Topeka.

On September 27, the first Kansas Honey Festival was held at Old Prairie Town, where local vendors and producers shared sweet samples and celebrated locally made honey.

Tim Urich of T Creek Bees and Honey and recreation supervisor Chris Curtis said strong turnout filled half the park—organizers plan to expand the festival next year.

Constitution Hall opened its doors on Saturday, Sept.

27 to let Topekans explore its key role in the Underground Railroad and community history. The building—saved from demolition in 1998—will have new exhibits installed in late 2026 to highlight its historic significance.

Washburn University hosted Family Day on Saturday, Sept.

27, where students and their families enjoyed bounce houses – live music, games and face painting – along with a tailgate before the football game. Parents noted the event brought the community together and praised their college student's growth.

On Sept. 27, neighbors brought broken items to the CRC Care Center at Stout where volunteers fixed them at Full Circle’s first Fix-It Clinic—giving old items new life.

Donations were accepted to support future clinics.

On Saturday, September 27, the Kansas Jayhawks fell to Cincinnati 37-34 at home in Lawrence—dropping their record to 3-2 as quarterback Jalon Daniels threw a 93-yard touchdown pass.

Liverpool Legends Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Topeka Performing Arts Center — Public on sale starts August 15 at 10AM — Experience internationally acclaimed Liverpool Legends honoring the music of The Beatles.

5th Annual Oktoberfest

3-8 p.m. — Prince of Peace Lutheran Church — Free entry — Enjoy family fun with food, shopping, and activities at this community Oktoberfest.

2025 Combat Air Museum Car Show

10 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Combat Air Museum — $20/vehicle — Experience a unique car show on historic tarmac with classic cars, awards, food trucks, and family fun.

Killer Queen - A Tribute to Queen

7:30-9 p.m. — Topeka Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices not listed — Experience the magic of Queen through a captivating tribute performance.

Bingo Loco at Topeka Social

5:30-9:30 p.m. — Topeka Social — $33 — Experience a night of laughter, dance, and bingo fun with exciting prizes.

Atomic Cowboyz Pop Up Concert

5-7 p.m. — Evergy Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant outdoor concert featuring the Atomic Cowboyz along with food from local vendors.

Object Oriented Analysis and Design Using UML Training

All day — Orion Education & Training - Topeka — $2250 — Enhance your software development skills with this comprehensive UML training class.

All Hallows Festival

10 a.m. - 6 p.m. — The Woodshed Event Center — Ticket info coming soon — Celebrate fall with jousting, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities at a vibrant Renaissance Festival.

Topeka Pumpkin Run and Trunk-or-Treat

5-8 p.m. — Felker Park Softball — $12 and up, Trunk-or-Treat is free — Enjoy a festive evening run and a lively trunk-or-treat experience with family-friendly fun.