Ready to geek out, Salt City?! The Hutch Mini Comic Con 2026 is coming back to Memorial Hall for a full day of awesome pop culture fun, and the price can't be beat!

For just five bucks for adults, you get access to all the excitement inside. Better yet, kids aged 15 and under get in FREE with a paying adult—making this the most affordable family fun in Hutchinson!

Inside, you'll find incredible FREE events and dozens of local vendors, artists, and authors selling comics, collectibles, toys, and cool stuff. Then, head outside to check out the sweet rides at the Car Show and grab lunch or a snack from the local Food Trucks! It's the best blend of fan culture and community gathering, right here in Hutch. Don't miss this must-attend event on Saturday, February 28th!

Join Tyson and Kayla Thrall for the Salt & Light Citizenship Retreat on Feb 28 at The Clayworks in Hutchinson. Explore America’s history and biblical citizenship through Patriot Academy teachings in a relaxed, local setting. Space is limited for this unique Reno County community workshop—register today to explore your role in modern civic life!

Celebrate National Margarita Day on February 22 at Cancun Mexican Grill in Hutchinson, KS! Enjoy our special: Buy one Margarita, get the second one half price. Join us on Lorraine St for authentic Mexican food and the best drink deals in the Salt City. Perfect for a Sunday lunch or dinner with friends and family!

Join us for a free night of live music in Hutchinson! Rick performs acoustic classic rock and soulful ballads at Cancun Mexican Grill on Feb 21, from 6-8 PM. Enjoy great local food and live entertainment right here in the Salt City. Perfect for a family night out or a Saturday date night. Check out the smooth sounds of Rick at 2803 N Lorraine St!

Join Lit Studios in Downtown Hutchinson on Feb 20 at 6:30 PM for a DIY Fused Glass Snowglobe workshop! Create a beautiful polar bear winter scene in this beginner-friendly art class

Level up at XP League’s Spring Season Open Tryouts! Join us at 16B N Main in Hutch on Feb 14 at 12 PM. Open to kids ages 7-17, we're scouting for teams in Fortnite, Rocket League, Minecraft, and more. This free open house is the perfect chance for young gamers to join a competitive team right here in the Salt City. No cost to attend—come show us your skills!

Join the 2026 Polar Plunge in Hutchinson at Midwest Superstore. Support 5,000+ Special Olympics Kansas athletes. Register to jump or donate today!

Celebrate Valentine's Day early at Cancun Mexican Grill in Hutchinson, KS! Join us Feb 13, 2026, from 6-8 PM for live music, a special weekend food and drink menu, and the best margaritas in the Salt City. Perfect for couples and families looking for a festive local dinner event at 2803 N Lorraine St.

Join Wood N Wix and HutchConnect partners for the 2nd Annual Galentine’s Pajama Party in Hutchinson! A family-friendly night featuring permanent jewelry from Boy Mama Styled, crafts for the kids, and delicious desserts from Sprinkles & Sweets by Jess. Wear your favorite PJs and celebrate with your best friends and kiddos right here in the Salt City!

Join us for Galentine’s Girls Night in Hutchinson! Enjoy food trucks, a floral arranging class, the Willow Creek Boutique T-shirt bar, and Salt City Candle Works at Prairie Hills Nursery on Feb 5th. Explore our cozy igloos and shop local right here in the Salt City. Perfect for a night out with your best friends!

Join The Mary Magdalene House in Hutchinson on Jan 15 for a free cooking class for young and new moms! Make freezer meals and build community with Annette Van Bruggen.

Calling all music lovers and bookworms in the Salt City! If you love spinning vinyl and diving deep into the stories behind the songs, you need to check out "For the Record." It’s a chill monthly meetup happening on the second Tuesday of the month where locals gather to geek out over the iconic 33 1/3 book series.

Each month, the group explores a different short book about a legendary musician or album. It’s a laid-back space to discuss the reading, talk about the album, and share the music that moves you—plus, you can show off your newest record finds!

Head over to the Public Service desk to check out this month's book. Whether you're a serious collector or just love discovering new sounds, come pull up a chair with us.

Celebrate Three Wise Men Day (Dia De Los Reyes Magos) at Cancun Mexican Grill in Hutchinson! On Jan 6, 2026, buy an entrée and get a kid's meal half off. Dine-in only.

Join Mavericks Energy on Main St for a Holiday Open House! Meet Santa (10am-12pm), shop local vendors, decorate ornaments, and enjoy BOGO drinks. Fun for the whole family in Hutchinson.

Join the holiday fun at Bhappy Pho & Boba in Hutchinson on Dec 19! Enjoy live local music, free Christmas crafts, live painting by Tech Inc artists, and festive family vibes.

Join us for Third Thursday in Downtown Hutchinson on Dec 18, 6-8 PM Enjoy holiday shopping, live music from Brent VanRipper and Brody Baker, a Christmas sing-a-long, Glow Golf, and local artists. Support Salt City small businesses like Apron Strings and Sage River Market while enjoying family-friendly activities right here in Hutch. Free community event for all ages!

Celebrate with Inked Signs & Apparel at their new Downtown Hutchinson location! Ribbon cutting at 4 PM, Grand Opening party at 6 PM. Enjoy cookies from Kat's Sweet Shoppe, music by 620 In The Mix, and shop tours. Free community event.

Join us for Christmas Bingo in Hutchinson on December 18th at 2 PM! Stop by 814 E 30th Ave for a friendly game and a chance to tour the campus. It’s a fun, festive way to connect with the community this holiday season.

Explore the Christmas Castle in Hutchinson, KS on Dec 13th! Tour 3 floors of holiday magic featuring 30 decorated trees and thousands of lights at 201 W 12th Ave. A free community open house event.

Bring the kids and dogs to see Santa at The Medicine Shoppe in Hutchinson! Enjoy free photos, Bubbles and Brew coffee, and holiday treats. Donations support local charities.

Sensory & Santa: Inclusive Holiday Event at Clothed in Compassion

Get bundled up, grab a hot chocolate, and find your favorite spot downtown! The Light Up Hutch Downtown Christmas Parade is back for 2025, and it’s one of our town's most magical traditions.

Mark your calendars for Saturday, December 6th, at 6:00 PM. This is when all the amazing, brightly lit floats will make their way through Downtown Hutchinson, bringing all that wonderful holiday cheer with them.

It's the perfect night to come out with the whole family, see your friends and neighbors, and get into the Christmas spirit right here in the heart of Hutch.

If you or your business are interested in being in the parade, you can find details on how to register your float by visiting www.adastraradio.com/lightuphutch.

Let's make this the biggest and best parade yet!

It's a Hutch holiday tradition, and it's completely FREE!

Grab the family and come on down to Memorial Hall for our annual Gingerbread House Decorating event on December 6th! From 10 AM to 1 PM, we'll be building our sweetest creations, listening to festive tunes, and soaking up all the magic of the season. Everything you need to craft your edible masterpiece is provided, so just bring your creative spirit!

But wait, there's more! This is your chance to meet the big guy—Santa Claus will be there for photos on a beautifully decorated stage. And, for that extra touch of holiday charm, carriage rides will be available right outside Memorial Hall.

This event is the perfect start to a full day of celebrating! The fun continues in Downtown Hutch:

• 4 PM: The Spread the Light Holiday Park opens in DCI Park with tons of family activities and festive cheer.

• 6 PM: The grand finale! Grab your spot for the magnificent Light Up Hutch Christmas Parade!

Spend the whole day right here in charming Downtown Hutch and fill up on holiday joy, sweet treats, and community spirit!

Get ready to tackle that holiday shopping list, Hutchinson! The 16th Annual Christmas Craft Show is back and bigger than ever. As one of the largest craft shows in the Salt City, this is the perfect opportunity to find those unique, handmade gifts you just can't get at a big box store.

Hey folks! Get ready to kick off the holiday season with a little magic right here in the Salt City. The Mystic Menagerie has teamed up with Daniel Downing and Kelli to transform their backyard into a festive Yuletide Christmas Market!

This is the perfect chance to skip the big box stores and shop local this November 29th. You’ll find booths packed with hand-created items that are perfect for filling up stockings and boxes for everyone on your list. While you browse the unique goods, The Mystic will keep you warm and cozy with special treats on steep—including Yule Tea, Mystic Hot Chocolate, and even non-alcoholic Butter Beer!

Come out to West B Avenue, grab a warm drink, and enjoy the community vibes. It’s a great way to support small businesses and soak up some Christmas magic right here in Hutch. We hope you'll join us!

Get those engines ready, Hutch! One of our favorite local traditions, the Reno County Toy Run, is happening on Sunday, November 23rd. This is such a powerful way our community comes together for a great cause.

Riders will start gathering at Salty Cycles LLC (129 E Sherman Street). The big parade, which looks to be led by Santa, leaves at 1:00 PM sharp (that's "Kickstands Up" for all the riders!).

After the run, everyone is heading to the Moose Lodge for chili, a 50/50 drawing, an auction, and more fun.

The best part? All the toys and money raised stay 100% local to help children right here in Reno County. Even if you aren't riding, come on out to wave at the parade as they go by and show your support for this incredible local event!

This is a big one, everybody! It's time for a true Hutchinson tradition. The 28th Annual "Christmas in the Foothills" holiday craft event is right around the corner!

Come on out to the Meadowlark Building over at the Kansas State Fair Grounds on Saturday, November 22nd. They'll be open from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, giving you plenty of time to browse.

And you'll need it! They're bringing together over 90 creative makers and small businesses for this year's event. This is the perfect chance to get a jump on your holiday shopping, find some truly beautiful and unique gifts, and support our amazing local and regional artisans.

Let's show up big for this fantastic community event. See you there!

Third Thursday: Holiday Lights & Downtown Tree Lighting in Hutchinson