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Centered around the two communities of Iola and Humboldt, Allen County hosts a variety of activities for young and old alike, and a number of festivals are hosted for everyone to enjoy. Information about major events and attractions are outlined below, with links to individual homepages if appropriate. |
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The Veteran's Wall on Iola's Square
Before visiting Allen County, you may wish to check our online listing of:
Biblesta
Held the first Saturday in October in Humboldt, KS since 1957. This event features a parade with a biblical theme, gospel music throughout the day and evening, other activities, food and a free bean feed. Additional information located at:
Veteran's Day Parade
Memorial address held on the Iola, KS square prior to a 2pm parade. For more information contact
620-365-8024
Farm-City Days
Held on the Iola, KS square the third weekend of October. A carnival runs throughout the celebration with a parade, arts & crafts show, car show, entertainment and other special events the day. For more information contact
620-365-7277
Buster Keaton Celebration
Held the third weekend of September at the Bowlus Fine Arts Center located in Iola, KS. For more information contact
620-365-4765, or visit:
Humboldt Historic Days
Held the second Saturday of October to share the civil war history of Humboldt, KS. For more information contact
620-473-3414, 620-473-3280, or visit:
Allen County Fair
Held the first full week in August at Riverside Park in Iola, KS. Features include a music show, carnival, professional rodeo, demolition derby, livestock and exhibits. For more information contact
620-365-6513
Elsmore Day
Held the second Saturday of September in the Elsmore, KS city park. This event features a parade, entertainment and specialty food. For more information contact
620-754-3534
Moran Day
Held the third Saturday of September in Moran, KS. This 52 year old celebration features a parade and entertainment. For more information contact
620-237-4487
Bowlus Fine Arts Center
Attracts nationally-acclaimed performers to the area. Also houses a fine arts education center. The Bowlus provides display areas for local and visiting artists, while maintaining a permanent collection of distinctive paintings. For more information, visit:
Iola Municipal Band Concert
Established in 1871, making it the state's oldest continually performing municipal band. Concerts are held every Thursday evening during the months of June and July on the Iola, KS town square.
Churches
Over 20 churches in Iola represent all major denominations and has a supportive
Ministerial Association.
Allen County Historical Society
Farmer's Market
Held on the Iola, KS town square each Saturday morning from 7:30am-10am and Thursday evenings from 6pm-8pm from mid-May through
September.
  
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