Good morning, Topeka.

The American Red Cross of Greater Kansas is hosting a food and hygiene drive today through Nov.

7 to support local military families amid a government shutdown. Donors can drop off needed items at the Armed Forces Reserve Center (7116 SE Forbes Avenue, open weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or at Fort Riley (210 S Custer Room 007, open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.).

Topeka’s pumpkin house is on full display with 340 carved foam pumpkins that have been a local tradition for 11 years — the exhibit is open Monday, Thursday and Friday from 6:45 to 9:00 p.m. at 15th and Jewell Ave in College Hill.

West Ridge LIVE

7:30-9:30 p.m. — West Ridge Mall — Various tickets available — Experience an exciting event with special seating options and a family-friendly atmosphere.

Help Stock the Ronald McDonald House Pantry

8 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Seabrook Apple Market — Donations welcome — Support local families in need by replenishing vital pantry supplies.

2025 Kansas Environmental Education Conference

4-4:30 p.m. — Sunflower Nonprofit Center — Registration fees apply — Explore critical environmental education themes and network with community leaders.

Gallery Talk: Bobby Von Martin

6-7:30 p.m. — Mulvane Art Museum — Free entry — Explore the impact of Choctaw artist Bobby Von Martin's heritage and art in his enlightening gallery talk.

Cirque Mechanics - Tilt

7-8:30 p.m. — Topeka Performing Arts Center — Check for pricing — Experience a high-flying circus spectacle that combines acrobatics with mechanical marvels.

Rich The Kid Live Concert

9 PM – 12 AM — The Woodshed Event Center — Tickets required — Experience Rich The Kid's electrifying performance in Topeka!

Chocolate Nutcracker Midwest

3-4:30 p.m. — Topeka Performing Arts Center — Adults start at $20, Children start at $10 — Experience an urban twist on the classic ballet featuring diverse dance styles.

Cheer Power Topeka Showdown 2025

1 a.m. — Topeka Elite Cheer — Bids available for top competitions — Cheerleading competition featuring bids for prestigious events.

28th Annual Winter Wonderland

November 26 to December 31 — Lake Shawnee Campground — Admission Fee Required — Experience a festive drive-thru holiday light display perfect for the entire family.