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Pancake Day is always on Shrove Tuesday, the day before Ash Wednesday, the start of Lent. It is a centuries-old-traditional holiday. In Old England it was customary for the housewives to drop whatever they were doing and hurry to the church at the tolling of the bell to be “shriven” of their sins.
In Liberal, Kansas, USA we heard of this 500 year event of pancake racing over a 415 yard coarse from the “town pump” to the church. In 1950, the challenge to participate in an international competition between the two cities was accepted by Reverend Ronald Collins, Vicar of Olney.
March
Annual Chamber Bash. An evening filled with great food, entertainment and recognition awards of businesses, and community members. Everyone is invited to attend.
May
Cinco de Mayo is celebrated each year on the weekend closest to May 5th. The celebration includes a Cinco de Mayo queen contest, parade, bands, folkloric dances, and numerous events through out the day.
Yellow Brick Road Car Show
Annual car show taking place in May in Liberal, KS. Funds raised support Southwest Miracles, who, in turn, give back to our community's needy
July
Bazaar Days
This citywide event is held in July. Merchants all over town offer tremendous saving of up to 75% off. Some businesses open as early as 6:00 A.M. and continue the sale throughout the weekend. The streets are blocked for accessibility for customers. Bazaar Day started over 35 years ago and has been a successful event each year.
In Liberal, Kansas, USA we heard of this 500 year event of pancake racing over a 415 yard coarse from the “town pump” to the church. In 1950, the challenge to participate in an international competition between the two cities was accepted by Reverend Ronald Collins, Vicar of Olney.
March
Annual Chamber Bash. An evening filled with great food, entertainment and recognition awards of businesses, and community members. Everyone is invited to attend.
May
Cinco de Mayo is celebrated each year on the weekend closest to May 5th. The celebration includes a Cinco de Mayo queen contest, parade, bands, folkloric dances, and numerous events through out the day.
Yellow Brick Road Car Show
Annual car show taking place in May in Liberal, KS. Funds raised support Southwest Miracles, who, in turn, give back to our community's needy
July
Bazaar Days
This citywide event is held in July. Merchants all over town offer tremendous saving of up to 75% off. Some businesses open as early as 6:00 A.M. and continue the sale throughout the weekend. The streets are blocked for accessibility for customers. Bazaar Day started over 35 years ago and has been a successful event each year.
August
Five State Free Fair
Liberal is the host city to the region’s only Five-State free fair with attractions for the young and old alike. Exhibitors fill the Seward County Activity Center, carnival rides are available on the Midway, concerts, livestock show, exhibites, a Fair Queen contest takes place, lots of food is available, and the 4-H exhibits are on display. The Fair is truly a five-state event, with exhibitors participating from Colorado, Kansas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. The Five-State Free Fair is held each August.
PRCA Rodeo
Since 2014 The PRCA rodeo is a 2 day event with action filled entertainment! Bronc busting to mutton busting, roping and barrel racing. Shine up those boots and join in the fun!
Five State Free Fair
Liberal is the host city to the region’s only Five-State free fair with attractions for the young and old alike. Exhibitors fill the Seward County Activity Center, carnival rides are available on the Midway, concerts, livestock show, exhibites, a Fair Queen contest takes place, lots of food is available, and the 4-H exhibits are on display. The Fair is truly a five-state event, with exhibitors participating from Colorado, Kansas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. The Five-State Free Fair is held each August.
PRCA Rodeo
Since 2014 The PRCA rodeo is a 2 day event with action filled entertainment! Bronc busting to mutton busting, roping and barrel racing. Shine up those boots and join in the fun!
September
Duck Race
The Annual Duck race, sponsored by Liberal Chamber of Commerce is fun for the entire family. Ducks are adopted by the citizens of the Liberal area , who cheer their duck s to the finish line in hopes of winning some great prizes. United Way hosts a chili cook-off during this day event. Family fun activities are hosted though out the afternoon.
Air Show
This every other year event is held at Liberal's Municipal Airport. It is a free airshow attended by several states! Join in with tandem skydivers helicopter rides and great flying demonstrations!
Kismet Little Worlds Fair
An end to the summer visit to Southwest Kansas wouldn't be complete with out attending the Little World's Fair in Kismet located 20 miles East of Liberal. The Kismet Lions sponsors this Labor Day weekend event.
October
Ozfest
Held every other year on the second weekend in October. Join in the celebration of Liberal's own Land of Oz! Look a like contest, games, entertainment, tours and special guests fill the day with excitement! Their really is no place like Liberal!
November
City Wide Open House
Businesses in Liberal unveil their fall and Christmas merchandise during the citywide Holiday Open House. The Open House begins in November on a Thursday evening and runs through Saturday. Merchants offer specials, refreshments and door prizes during this weekend which kicks off the Holiday shopping Season.
The French market
The French market offers gift shops featuring handmade and donated items as well as a large silent auction and tow luncheons. The French Market is hosted by the Baker Arts Foundation and is held each November in support the the center.
December
Christmas Parade
The first Saturday in December offers many ways to celebrate the Christmas Season. The day begins with shopping and extends through the evening with street entertainment, carriage rides and a lighted parade. This event is sponsored by The Leader and Times.
Folk Art Festival Craft Fair
The Folk Art Festival takes place the first full weekend in December. Over 100 booths featuring homemade craft items and food fill the Seward County Activity Center. This fair is sponsored by SPBH and is open to the public free of charge.
The Annual Duck race, sponsored by Liberal Chamber of Commerce is fun for the entire family. Ducks are adopted by the citizens of the Liberal area , who cheer their duck s to the finish line in hopes of winning some great prizes. United Way hosts a chili cook-off during this day event. Family fun activities are hosted though out the afternoon.
Air Show
This every other year event is held at Liberal's Municipal Airport. It is a free airshow attended by several states! Join in with tandem skydivers helicopter rides and great flying demonstrations!
Kismet Little Worlds Fair
An end to the summer visit to Southwest Kansas wouldn't be complete with out attending the Little World's Fair in Kismet located 20 miles East of Liberal. The Kismet Lions sponsors this Labor Day weekend event.
October
Ozfest
Held every other year on the second weekend in October. Join in the celebration of Liberal's own Land of Oz! Look a like contest, games, entertainment, tours and special guests fill the day with excitement! Their really is no place like Liberal!
November
City Wide Open House
Businesses in Liberal unveil their fall and Christmas merchandise during the citywide Holiday Open House. The Open House begins in November on a Thursday evening and runs through Saturday. Merchants offer specials, refreshments and door prizes during this weekend which kicks off the Holiday shopping Season.
The French market
The French market offers gift shops featuring handmade and donated items as well as a large silent auction and tow luncheons. The French Market is hosted by the Baker Arts Foundation and is held each November in support the the center.
December
Christmas Parade
The first Saturday in December offers many ways to celebrate the Christmas Season. The day begins with shopping and extends through the evening with street entertainment, carriage rides and a lighted parade. This event is sponsored by The Leader and Times.
Folk Art Festival Craft Fair
The Folk Art Festival takes place the first full weekend in December. Over 100 booths featuring homemade craft items and food fill the Seward County Activity Center. This fair is sponsored by SPBH and is open to the public free of charge.
