Top things to do
In Emporia, you'll find a patriotic city full of small town charm, great food, unique local shops, many free activities for families, and plenty of outdoor fun!
Jeep Routes
Explore the Flint Hills in your Jeep or SUV with self-guided routes designed by local enthusiasts…
Read More >Downtown Emporia
Commercial Street in Downtown Emporia is the bustling heart of the city, home to an eclectic mix of shops, restaurants…
Read More >Kid Approved
Don’t take our word for it… Kristen, founder of Midwest Travel Mama blog, recently visited Emporia.…
Read More >Disc Golf
Emporia is home to a national disc golf retailer, professional courses, championship events, and more disc golf baskets…
Read More >Cycling
Ride the Flint Hills Gravel City Emporia, Kansas is home to an avid cycling community…
Read More >The Flint Hills
Voted one of the Eight Wonders of Kansas, the Flint Hills are a special, magical…
Read More >Dining
Our locals cook up awesome BBQ, pizza, Latino cuisine, burgers, phillys, chocolates and everything in between.
Read More >Shopping
Discover unique local shops selling antiques, home decor, gifts, jewelry, sporting goods, outdoor supplies, western wear…
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Upcoming Events
77th Annual Kiwanis Pancake Day
77th Annual Kiwanis Pancake Day is March 22, 2025 from 7am-1pm at the Anderson Building. All…
Read More >The Barricade Boys
The Emporia Arts Council presents: The Barricade Boys Direct from London’s West End, The Barricade…
Read More >Spring Into Science
Families are invited to enjoy a fun night of hands-on science activities at this after-hours…
Read More >Monkey Island Open (Disc Golf Tournament)
Monkey Island Open is a disc golf tournament. The tournament is two rounds of 20…
Read More >FHTC Family & Friends Showcase Event (Open to the Public)
Discover. Connect. Belong. Curious about what makes FHTC such a great place to be? Join…
Read More >The Wall That Heals Emporia Meet & Greet / Fundraiser Kickoff
Come meet The Wall That Heals Emporia committee members and find out how you can…
Read More >The Hope Ball
The Hope Ball is an event benefiting Camp Hope Inc. Join us for dinner, dancing,…
Read More >Network for Hope – Job & Resource Event
When: April 1st, 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM Where: Flinthills Mall, Emporia, KS Special Veteran…
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