Good morning, Topeka.

Farmers and industry professionals will attend the 2026 Topeka Farm Show Jan.

6 to 8 at Stormont Vail Events Center, where live cattle demos, free horsemanship clinics and over 200 exhibitors showcase agricultural innovations.

The Osage County Sheriff’s Office celebrated its most successful Operation Christmas today by collecting toys for families in need and taking a suspect known as the Grinch into custody — ensuring a joyful start to the holiday season.

The Topeka Zoo will host a Toast at Ten with music, dancing and a full dinner at the Kay McFarland Japanese Garden on Dec.

31 from 6 to 10:30 p.m. and will accept nonworking holiday lights for recycling through Jan. 15 to support its conservation fund.

Fountain City Brass Band will perform a holiday concert with bells and a mix of classic and modern tunes at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec.

14 at the Topeka and Shawnee Co. Public Library Marvin Auditorium (free to attend).

On Dec. 10, the Joint Economic Development Organization approved retention incentives for two local manufacturers in Shawnee County — one received $383,000 and the other $147,000 to add 19 jobs in five years.

The Innovation Link Lab in downtown Topeka will hold a ribbon-cutting in early February.

Ron Brown (a retired Marine chief warrant officer now state chairman for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve) visited Eye on NE Kanass with Guard leaders to explain how employers can support members who serve in national defense and local missions, highlighting how flexible policies boost employee performance.

Holiday Fling Topeka

9:00-10:30 a.m. — Stormont Vail Events Center — Entry fee may apply — Experience a festive holiday extravaganza with shopping, gourmet tastings, and family-friendly fun.

The Snowman Concert

Evening — Washburn University — Ticket info not provided — Experience holiday magic with a symphony and Kansas Youth Chorale performance of beloved seasonal favorites.

Kansas Ballet Presents The Nutcracker Featuring The Topeka Symphony

7-8:30 p.m. — Topeka Performing Arts Center — Tickets available now — Experience the enchanting holiday classic with over 150 dancers and live music from the Topeka Symphony.

Ballet Midwest Presents: The Nutcracker

1-2:30 p.m. — Topeka Performing Arts Center — Tickets available at the box office — Experience the magic of Kansas Ballet's holiday classic with stunning choreography and live music.

PRCA New Year's Eve Xtreme Bulls

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Stormont Vail Events Center — Tickets from $38 — Celebrate New Year's Eve with thrilling bull riding and compete against the top bulls in the country.

Yung Bleu Live Concert

8 PM - 12 AM — The Woodshed Event Center — $30 general admission, $200 VIP options available — Experience an electrifying performance by Yung Bleu in Topeka.