K-State Homecoming kicks off this weekend with an in-person and virtual 5K at 9 a.m. on Sunday.
Throughout the week, students will paint windows in Aggieville, host a children’s carnival, and hold a parade in Aggieville. The fun culminates with K-State’s home game against Oklahoma State on Saturday.
Here’s a look at local events in the area this weekend.
Okt-FLU-BerFest, 3pm-6pm
Children’s activities and snacks. Free pumpkin with flu or COVID reminder. Mini farmer’s market organized by A&G; Farms. Bring an insurance card.
Family and Children’s Resource Centre, 2101 Claflin Road.
K-State Baseball vs. John A. Logan College, 5 p.m.
Diwali Celebration/Festival of Lights, 5-7pm
Celebrating a major Indian festival symbolizing the victory of light over darkness. Make a paper lantern, learn how to drape a sari and enjoy the festival music.
Handmade clay pottery class, 6 p.m.
Also Paint and Sip: Lost Jack-O-Latern at 6 p.m. Friday, Kids Kanvas: Black Dragon at 10 a.m. Saturday, Paint and Sip: Ghostly Barn at 6 p.m. Saturday, Paint and Sip: Fall Birch at 4 p.m. Sunday.
Uncorked Inspiration, 1223 Moro St.
Live music: Jeff Pfannenstiel, 6:30 p.m.
Manhattan Brewing Company, 406 Poyntz Ave.
Live music: JACKL, 7 p.m.
RC McGraw’s, 2317 Tuttle Creek Blvd.
“Head Over Heels Musical”, 7:30 p.m.
The escapades of a royal family’s journey.
Also 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 2:30 p.m. Sunday.
Mark A. Chapman Theatre, Nichols Hall.
Live Music: Kyle Killgore, 8 p.m.
Finn’s Neighborhood Pub, 317 Poyntz Ave.
Live music: Funtabi with The Box Turtles, 8 p.m.
Aunt Mae’s Living Room, 616 N. 12th St.
Live Music: Randall King with Palmer Anthony, 8:30 p.m.
The Hat, 1315 Laramie Street.
Music Program Committee, 11:30 a.m.
DIY Porch Planter Workshop, 6:30 p.m.
Also Bagels and Boards Pick Your Project Workshop at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, DIY Doormat Workshop at 2 p.m. Saturday and DIY Wreath and Wood Project Workshop at 3 p.m. Sunday.
Tip and Brush, 311 Fort Riley Blvd.
Live Music: The Velveteers, 7 p.m.
Football K-State vs. Kansas, 7 p.m.
Napoleon Dynamite BYOT, 7:30 p.m.
Hear three of the film’s stars, plus a screening of the film.
Live music: JACKYL, 9 p.m.
RC McGraw’s, 2317 Tuttle Creek Blvd.
“Rocky Horror Picture Show”, 10:30 p.m.
The pre-show starts at 10 p.m., with the film screening at midnight.
Admission: $5, includes pre-show, film and prop bag.
Downtown Farmer’s Market, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Third and Leavenworth Streets.
Inexpensive book sale, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
SPOOKtacular: BOO at the Zoo, 9:30am-5:15pm
Regular admission applies.
CoCo Linked Pop-Up, 10am-2pm
Permanent pop-up of the bracelet.
Healthy You, Healthy BOO, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Current Girl Scouts and family members, and all girls in grades K-5, can do hands-on activities related to healthy snacks and movement.
Peace Memorial Auditorium, 1101 Poyntz Ave.
K-State Volleyball vs. Baylor, 1 p.m.
Pup Crawl on Poyntz, 2pm-7pm
Pay for an event wristband, visit participating restaurants, and receive pawcktails and kisses from an adoptable dog.
AJ’s NY Pizzeria, 301 Poyntz Ave.
Walking tour of the cemetery, 2 p.m.
Performers will tell stories of some of Riley County’s most notable, but long-gone residents.
Chili Crawl, 3:30-6:30 p.m.
Twelve restaurants will participate. Tickets include a chilli sample and a frozen treat.
Acoustic junction “Octoberfest”, 6:30 p.m.-9 p.m.
Music by the McDowell Barnburners, Chris Biggs and Ken Gustin, and polka music by the Tallgrass Tunesmiths.
Food and drinks available from 6:30 a.m.; music from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
St. Joseph’s Church, 13497 Lower McDowell Creek Road.
K-State Football at TCU, 7 p.m.
Watch, listen, live stats: Fox or FS1, K-State Sports Network, kstatesports.com.
Costumes, karaoke and cocktails, 7:30 p.m.
A&H; Farm, 1374 Collins Lane.
K-State’s homecoming begins.
K-State Homecoming Philanthropy 5K, 9 a.m.
Proceeds benefit the Manhattan Emergency Shelter, Inc.
Memorial Stadium, 705 N.MLK Dr.
Guided hike in Konza, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Bring a bottle of water and dress for the weather.
Tickets: $8 for CHF Canada members, $10 for non-members.
Flint Hills Discovery Center and Konza Prairie Biological Station.
Sr duo trumpet recital, 1:30 p.m.
Jessica Vanstory and Kate Washburn perform.
Open Trail Days at Prairiewood, 3-6 p.m.
Check in at the Blue Sage Gallery, wear comfortable walking shoes, and bring sunscreen, insect repellent, and water if needed.
Also Priairewood Jazz Series hosted by Nate McClendon from 5-7 p.m. Suggested donation of $10 at the door.
Prairiewood Retreat and Preserve, 1484 Wildcat Creek Road.
Live Music: Marilyn Rogers with The Flint Hills Band, 8 p.m.
Aunt Mae’s Living Room, 616 N. 12th St.
