ARK CITY EVENTS
EVENTS CALENDAR
ANNUAL EVENTS
ARKALALAH
An Ark City tradition for 90 years and counting!
The Arkalalah Festival includes parades, food vendors, and other events that bring in tens of thousands of people each year. The festival's name comes from the Native American word "alalah", which means "good time".
The festival runs the final Wednesday through Saturday the last full weekend of each October. Annual events include three parades, food vendors, a carnival, marching band competition, an “all class” reunion, Cowley College’s Dodgeballalah, and the Arkalalah Queen’s coronation.
Numerous committees work year-round to make it a fun and memorable event for all that attend.
More information about the Tacolalah Festival can be viewed at the Arkalalah website or by following Arkalalah on Facebook!
Vendor Sign Up
If you would sign up as a vendor at Arkalalah, you can find the forms on the Arkalalah website.
TACOLALAH FESTIVAL
10 a.m. to 10 p.m. First Saturday in May
Tacolalah is the new premier annual multicultural festival event in Arkansas City!
Building off the success of Cowley’s Outdoor Market and the 2018 Salsa Fest, the annual Tacolalah Festival will be an all-day event for the whole family, no matter your nationality.
Mark your calendar and join us for local taco vendors, a beer garden, cultural events and — of course — the Cowley Outdoor Market! This is an event you won’t want to miss. Taco ’bout a good time!
More information about the Tacolalah Festival can be viewed at the Tacolalah website or by following Tacolalah on Facebook!
Vendor Sign Up
If you would sign up as a vendor at Tacolalah, you can find the forms on the Tacolalah website.
The Last Run Car Show
Where Engines Roar and Legends Roll!
Rev up your engines and cruise into Arkansas City every September for the Last Run Car Show—one of the most exciting automotive events in South Central Kansas!
Hosted by the Ark City Tumbleweeds Car Club, this multi-day event draws car lovers from all over the region. Whether you’re into classic cruisers, muscle cars, hot rods, or custom builds, you’ll find plenty of chrome, horsepower, and nostalgia on display.
Event Highlights
- Hundreds of cars, trucks, and motorcycles on show
- Burnout competitions & flame-throwing contests
- Family-friendly fun with games, vendors, and food trucks
- Downtown cruise night, awards, and trophies
- Live music, raffles, and special exhibits
It’s more than just a car show—it’s a community tradition that brings generations of gearheads together. If you love vintage rides and good vibes, this is a must-attend Arkansas City event!
Learn More & Sign Up
To learn more, register your vehicle, or check out event details, visit the Official Last Run Car Show website
Juneteenth Cowley County
Celebrate Freedom. Embrace Unity. Make Memories.
Join us each June at Wilson Park in Arkansas City as Cowley County gathers to honor Juneteenth with a vibrant, family-friendly celebration of community, culture, and freedom!
The Juneteenth Family Fun Jamboree is held at Wilson Park with live entertainment, tasty food, and a grand fireworks finale.
Highlights Include:
- Bounce Houses & Water Games
- Bubble Fun Run
- Face Painting & Balloon Animals
- Family-Friendly Music
- Food Trucks & Snow Cones
- Buffalo Soldiers Reenactments
- Live Music, DJs, and Dancing
- Fireworks Show (9–10 PM)
Bring your lawn chairs, your friends, and your spirit of celebration—there’s something for everyone!
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Pumpkin Pants Ranch
Where fall fun meets farm charm in the heart of Cowley County!
Make fall unforgettable at Pumpkin Pants Ranch, Cowley County’s favorite destination for autumn adventure! This family-owned 80-acre agri-tourism farm is bursting with seasonal fun—from picking your perfect pumpkin to getting lost in the corn maze.
Bring the kids (or be a kid again) as you ride tricycles through Tonka Town, play giant lawn games, and even try your hand at “milking” a gentle cow. Catch a hayrack ride, bounce through bubbles, and challenge your crew to corn hole or an oversized game of Operation!
Pumpkin Pants Ranch is a top pick for school and church field trips thanks to its safe, welcoming atmosphere and hands-on farm experiences. Whether you're visiting for a weekend of fall fun or attending one of their exciting annual events like Santa’s Workshop or the Easter Egg Drop, you’ll leave with memories that last a lifetime.
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Pumpkin Pants Ranch
27799 115th Rd, Arkansas City, KS 67005
(620) 741-6477
