Kite Flying Days
2026-03-25 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Practice Field, 1100 Block of East 6th, Concordia, Ks
Watch Kevin Steinert and Art Slaughter and others fly their large kites. Call 785-243-4290 if interested in flying yours. There is no cost and open to the public.

The Swing Dolls: America's Premier tribute to the Andrews Sisters
2026-03-27 19:00 | Brown Grand Theatre, 310 W. 6th Street, Concordia, Kansas
The Swing DollsFriday, March 27, 2026 at 7:00PMPresented by the Brown Grand Opera House, Inc.Vintage to Voltage: A Swing Remix takes you on a high-energy journey into the modern age of electro-swing, where the timeless charm of jazz and swing collides with pulsating electronic beats. From the smoky speakeasies of the past to the neon-lit dance floors of today, this electrifying fusion reimagines classic rhythms with a fresh, contemporary twist. Whether you’re a fan of big band brass, syncopated swing, or driving house beats, this show delivers a genre-bending experience that keeps your feet moving and your heart racing. Get ready to step into a world where vintage meets voltage—where swing gets remixed for a new era!The Swing Dolls are a 1940’s style vocal trio, based in sunny Los Angeles. America’s premiere tribute to The Andrews Sisters, this dynamic girls trio has been thrilling audiences nationwide for over 20 years with their Swing Era close harmonies, retro costumes and choreography. You may have seen them featured on TBN’s Veterans Day Special, network television’s hit series “Gilmore Girls”, or singing the theme song in the internationally airing Fiat 500 TV commercial, “Wedding”. Their countless featured appearances include: Comicon San Diego, the Commemoration of the 75th Anniversary of Pearl Harbor, The Seattle Museum of Flight with the Harry James Orchestra, The Kennedy Center, and the World War II Memorial in Washington, DC. They have performed at the Pacific Aviation Museum in Pearl Harbor, at HBO’s “Band of Brothers” Gala, and have been featured Guest Artists with the Pacific Symphony Orchestra, the Pasadena Pops Orchestra, and the Santa Rosa Symphony. All of this in addition to traveling the country performing their “Tribute to the USO” and patriotic themed shows for towns and military bases. The Swing Dolls take you back to the days of Rosie the Riveter and the Hollywood Canteen, to victory rolls and USO shows!Tickets range $20-$40 – available online at: www.browngrand.org/events

Community Palm Sunday Service
2026-03-29 10:00 | Brown Grand Theatre, 310 W. 6th Street, Concordia, Kansas
Community Palm Sunday ServicePresented by the Concordia Ministerial AssociationSunday, March 29, 2026 at 10:00AM
For the fifth year in a row, the Concordia Ministerial Association will be hosting a Community-Wide Palm Sunday Service at the Brown Grand. All are welcome to join us for this meaningful service, where local churches come together for a time of worship and teaching. This event is free and open to the public. A free will offering will be collected to support the efforts of the Concordia Ministerial Association.

Manhattan High School Orchestra and Choir Concert @ Brown Grand
2026-04-02 19:00 | Brown Grand Theatre, 310 W. 6th Street, Concordia, Kansas
Manhattan High School Orchestra ConcertThursday, April 2, 2026
The Manhattan High School Chamber Orchestra is a string ensemble made up of ambitious students who are passionate about their instruments, devoted to serving their community through music, and aspire to leadership. They traditionally perform without a conductor, taking responsibility for expressive decisions and communication. They sometimes memorize entire performances. The MHS Chamber Orchestra has appeared five times as an invited performing ensemble at the KMEA convention in Wichita, has been awarded first prize at WorldStrides music festivals in Dallas, Chicago, Nashville, and New Orleans, and performed alongside the MHS Symphonic and Concert Orchestras at Carnegie Hall in April of 2025. Director Cody Toll has taught the ensemble since fall of 2021.
The Manhattan High School Chorus will also be performing.
This concert is free and open to the public.

NCK CASA Blue Day
2026-04-03
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month! Most of you know about our Wear Blue Day! This year Blue Day is Friday, April 3rd! As many of you know we sell our Blue Day shirts with a new yearly design. This year we have two color options! We hope you love the design! This is one of our biggest fundraisers of the year, and we would love your support! You can now put in your order for our 2026 Blue Day shirts! Interested in becoming a t-shirt sponsor? Watch for sponsorship forms in the mail or give us a call!
Visit our website to order or sponsor: https://nckcasa.org/store
SPONSORSHIPS ARE DUE FEBRUARY 20th!
ALL ORDERS MUST BE IN BY MARCH 9th!

BG Classic Movie Series: Vertigo
2026-04-03 18:30 | Brown Grand Theatre, 310 W. 6th Street, Concordia, Kansas
“Vertigo”Friday, April 3, 2026 at 6:30PMClassic Movie SeriesPresented by the Brown Grand Opera House, Inc.
Join us for this thriller! “Vertigo is the second movie of the 2025-2026 Classic Movie Series.
An ex-police officer who suffers from a intense fear of heights is hired to prevent an old friend’s wife from committing suicide, but not is all as it seems. “Vertigo” is rated PG.
The Classic Movie Series is free and open to the public. However, we are encouraging donations to help support the Brown Grand. Concessions will also be available for purchase.

NCK Dance Center - Studio Recital
2026-04-12 14:00 | Brown Grand Theatre, 310 W. 6th Street, Concordia, Kansas
NCK Dance Center Studio RecitalSunday, April 12, 2026 at 2:00PM
Join us for a FREE dance recital from our friends from the NCK Dance Center in Beloit. You will see kids of all ages performing dance routines they have been rehearsing. The NCK Dance Center has been bringing their spring show to the Brown Grand for decades. This is a great way to introduce children of all ages to the love to dance!
The NCK Dance Center is run by instructor Jennifer Thompson. Join us!

Artrageous
2026-04-14 19:00 | Brown Grand Theatre, 310 W. 6th Street, Concordia, Kansas
ArtrageousTuesday, April 14, 2026 at 7:00PMPresented by the Cook Series at Cloud County Community College
IMAGINE an artist creating a masterpiece before your eyes in mere moments.
With a palette that also mixes captivating vocals, intricate choreography and exciting audience interaction – Artrageous takes you on a unique visual journey packed with wild inspiration, creativity and fun!
The Artrageous troupe of artists, musicians, singers and dancers, hailing from the high desert of New Mexico, pay tribute to a variety of art forms, icons and musical genres culminating in a gallery of fabulous finished paintings. The result? A one of a kind crossover experience!
The Artrageous troupe has performed worldwide and in 49 states (the only missing is Delaware!) and has the honor of having their art works in private and public collections across the globe.
Notable career performance highlights include NBA All Stars halftime show on center court, Sir Richard Branson’s Private Island, World Cup Soccer Finals in Paris, Private event opened by Cirque du Soleil in Austria and most recently a performance alongside Blue Man Group headlining in Las Vegas.
The signature of the Artrageous Troupe is interaction and engagement, so be prepared to be a part of the show!
As always, Cook Series sponsored events are free and open to the public!

REZA
2026-04-19 15:00 | Brown Grand Theatre, 310 W. 6th Street, Concordia, Kansas
APRIL 19 | CONCORDIA, KSONE NIGHT ONLYTicket Linkhttps://reza-events.fantaztix.com/reza-eventsApril 19th | 3:00 PM | Ticket $25.00-$35.00
“The World’s Top Touring Illusionist”– The Denver Post
With over 1.5 Million tickets sold globally & more than 150 million viewers on major television networks (including his own television specials + appearances on Duck Dynasty, Penn & Teller : Fool Us, Masters of Illusion and more) Reza has become the single most sought-after and highest viewed touring illusionist on the planet!Reza’s latest show, Edge of Illusion, is a breath-taking and inspiring journey into the world of impossibility, featuring jaw-dropping, cutting-edge and never before seen illusions merged with concert level lighting and video production, for a one-of-a-kind experience for the entire family!

BG Classic Movie Series: Citizen Kane
2026-05-01 18:30 | Brown Grand Theatre, 310 W. 6th Street, Concordia, Kansas
“Citizen Kane”
Friday, May 1, 2026 at 6:30PM
Classic Movie Series
Presented by the Brown Grand Opera House, Inc.
Join us for the action! “Citizen Kane” is the final movie of the 2025-2026 Classic Movie Series.
When a reporter is assigned to unravel Charles Foster Kane’s dying words, his investigation reveals a fascinating portrait of a complex man who rose from obscurity to astonishing heights! “Citizen Kane” is rated PG.
The Classic Movie Series is free and open to the public. However, we are encouraging donations to help support the Brown Grand. Concessions will also be available for purchase.

POW Camp Concordia Victory Day Celebration
2026-05-02 10:00 - 15:00 | POW Camp Concordia, 1550 Union Road, Concordia, Kansas, 66901

1st Infantry Division Band Concert
2026-05-02 18:00 | Brown Grand Theatre, 310 W. 6th Street, Concordia, Kansas
The 1st Infantry Division “Big Red One” Band Concert
Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 6:00PM
Presented by the Brown Grand Opera House and POW Camp Concordia
Join us for a band concert featuring the 1st Infantry Division “Big Red One” Band from Fort Riley, KS. This is concert is presented together with POW Camp Concordia as part of their 81st Victory Day Celebration. The “Big Red One” Band will perform on stage at the Brown Grand (310 W. 6th Street, Concordia) at 6pm.
The concert is free an open to the public. Donations will be accepted to benefit the Brown Grand and POW Camp Concordia.

Motherhouse 10th Annual Plant Sale
2026-05-09 08:00 - 11:00 | Nazareth Convent, W. 13th St. & Washington, Concordia, Kansas, 66901
Join us at the Nazareth Motherhouse for our 10th Annual Plant Sale on Saturday, May 9th, from 8-11 a.m.! We’ll have a variety of potted plants and hanging baskets available for purchase at the convent, located at 1300 Washington St. in Concordia. These would make a perfect gift option for moms on Mother’s Day! (helpful hint, it’s the next day – May 10th!) While you’re here, stop by our garage sale and pick up your favorite items ranging from furniture, to art, to appliances, and so much more! No early sales.

Tea-Rex Party
2026-05-16 10:00 | Frank Carlson Library, 702 Broadway, Concordia, Kansas
Dress up with us for a ROARSOME good time at our Tea-Rex party on Saturday May 16th at 10 am. We are going to have a variety of black and herbal teas, as well as iced tea. There will be apple juice for non tea drinkers. We will also have meat and cheese for our carnivores, veggies and fruit for herbivores, and a treat for a sweet toothed dinosaur. We will have dinosaur themed games and fun to be had!

Miltonvale Citywide/Hwy 24 Garage Sales
2026-06-03 08:00 - 17:00 | Miltonvale
MILTONVALE KANSAS has 32 garage sales on the map and a few more not listed. Watch for pop-up sales throughout the town. Some sales start Thursday June 4 and many more open up through Sunday! Make sure to make our town a stop on your treasure hunt. Highway 24 Garage Sales

Highway 24 Garage Sales: Glasco and Miltonvale
2026-06-05 00:00 - 2026-06-07 00:00
For more info and maps visit facebook.com/HWY24Sales

Touch a Truck
2026-06-06 10:00 - 13:00 | Concordia Broadway Plaza, Concordia, Kansas

23rd Annual Celebration of Orphan Train Riders
2026-06-11 - 2026-06-13 | National Orphan Train Complex, 300 Washington Street, Concordia, Kansas

Lovewell 2026 Final Performance
2026-06-12 19:00 | Brown Grand Theatre, 310 W. 6th Street, Concordia, Kansas
Lovewell Institute for the Creative ArtsHigh School Students in Grades 9 – College FreshmenJune 8-12, 2026Final Performance: Friday, June 12, 2026 at 7:00PM (FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!)
Thanks to the generosity of the Dane G. Hansen Foundation, the Lovewell Institute for the Creative Arts is coming back to the Brown Grand June 8-12! High School Students through Freshmen in College are welcome to participate in Lovewell.
Participants will create their own musical in one-week and perform it in front of a live audience on Friday night. If you’re interested in music, lights, sound, costumes, writing, dancing, and being onstage this one-week residency for you!
To register your student, visit: https://lovewell.org/events/26-lovewell-concordia-kansas/

“You Wreck Them, We Fix Them—Meo Brichalli’s Auto Repair Business.”
2026-06-13 14:00 | Cloud County Historical Society Museum, 635 Broadway, Concordia, Kansas
On June 13, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., Anita Cyphers of the Cloud County Genealogical Society will present a program on her father’s business, “You Wreck Them, We Fix Them—Meo Brichalli’s Auto Repair Business.”
Meo began his career by attending Auto Body Repair School while stationed stateside in Atlanta, Georgia, during World War II. While serving in England, he put his skills to work repairing bullet holes and radiators on airplanes. Join us to learn more about his remarkable and exciting career.
This program will be held at the museum located at 635 Broadway. Please use the main entrance on 7th Street. This event is free and open to the public, and refreshments will be served. If street parking is full, bank parking is also available

The Marriage Game
2026-06-13 19:00 | Concordia Broadway Plaza, Concordia, Kansas

CARES Service Dog Graduation
2026-06-19 16:30 | Brown Grand Theatre, 310 W. 6th Street, Concordia, Kansas
Cares, Inc. – Service Dog GraduationFriday, June 19, 2026 at 4:30PM
Come, help us celebrate the graduation of Care’s Service Dogs and their owners as they prepare to work together forever.
This event is free and open to the public.

Art Camp 1 at The Break Pad
2026-06-22 00:00 - 2026-06-24 00:00 | The Break Pad, 137 E. 7th Street, Concordia, KS, 66901, United States
Get ready to mix, make, and create at The Break Pad for ‘ARTmosphere’ summer art camp!
ARTmosphere is a dynamic 3-day summer experience where nature meets imagination. Hosted at The Break Pad, this hands-on camp invites young creators to explore vibrant paint techniques, design living art, and dive into daily art journaling. From customized accessories to glowing terrariums, campers will bring home a gallery of unique, handmade projects they’ll be proud to show off. Project details can be found by clicking the link!
-Camp Ages: 6–17-Projects are tailored to skill/age levels!-Tuition: $115 per child (Includes all 3 days, premium supplies, and live plants)
Choose the session that best fits your summer schedule: Session 1 (Afternoon): June 22nd – June 24th | 1:00 PM– 2:30 PM Session 2 (Morning): June 29th – July 1st | 10:00 AM– 11:30 AM
Registration Deadline: June 16th, 2026
Securing Your Spot: Spaces are strictly limited to ensure individual attention at the plant bar and canvas stations. Registration must be completed for spot to be secured. Click the link to register or visit www.thebreakpad.org to register!
Seats fill up fast so don’t wait to register!

S'mores 'N More Smorgasbord
2026-06-26 - 2026-06-28 | Glasco Merc & Market, 119 N. Railroad, Glasco, Ks
Come and join us for an eventful weekend at the market! We have several vendors who are already signed up, if you’re interested please send us a message!

Friday, June 26th, 2026-3p, open to the public-5:45p, start the bonfire/fire pit-6p, start the S’mores bar

Saturday, June 27th, 2026-8a, open to the public-8a, offering coffee, cinnamon rolls, and other goods-9a, kids activities start-11a, close for lunch and early afternoon-3p, open for afternoon-4p, kids outdoor activities start

Sunday, June 28th, 2026-1p, open to the public

There is a cost associated with most activities, but if we gather sponsors then the costs will go down or become free! Kids activities will include, but are not limited to:-coloring activities-water balloons-ice melting race-popsicle stick flag magnet

If you’re interested in being a vendor, please sign up through the vendor application: https://forms.gle/nWdkosom1S1ACVA68
Early Bird Registration is $40 for the weekend (before May 28th at noon)Registration between May 28th at noon and June 20th at noon is $50Late Registration is $30/day until the day of
All of this will take place at Glasco Merc & Market at 119 N Railroad across from the Glasco Locker.

Liverpool - Beatles Tribute Band
2026-06-27 20:00 | Concordia Broadway Plaza, Concordia, Kansas

NCK CASA & Hope's Place: Community Ice Cream Social
2026-06-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Concordia Broadway Plaza, Concordia, Kansas

Art Camp 2 at The Break Pad
2026-06-29 00:00 - 2026-07-01 00:00 | The Break Pad, 137 E. 7th Street, Concordia, KS, 66901, United States

NCK Medical Center Color Run
2026-07-04 07:30 | NCK Medical Center, 155 West College Drive, Concordia, Kansas, 66901
Get ready to run, walk, and celebrate in full color! Join us for the NCK Med 5K Color Run/Walk as we kick off America’s 250th birthday in the most vibrant way possible. This red, white, and blue-tiful event begins and ends at NCK Medical Center, with bursts of color, plenty of smiles, and patriotic fun along the route.
Whether you’re racing for a personal best or strolling with friends and family, this event is all about community, celebration, and making memories. Registration is $30 and includes a race t-shirt to show off your patriotic spirit—plus a delicious breakfast waiting for you at the finish line!
Come dressed in your most festive gear, get ready to be showered in color, and help us celebrate 250 years of America—one colorful step at a time!

Old Fashioned 4th of July
2026-07-04 10:00 - 13:00 | Concordia Broadway Plaza, Concordia, Kansas
Begins with the Presentation of the Colors of our Flag and the National Anthem, followed by community gathering for fun and sun with your family. Play old fashioned games, have ice cream or popcorn and enjoy the day. A schedule of events will come out soon, so keep an eye out for more information!

Kids Vendor Fair
2026-07-11 00:00 | Concordia Broadway Plaza, Concordia, Kansas
