Location: PERRY STATE PARK
Type: Tournament
Date: Saturday, March 07, 2026
Contact: Dustin Johnson
Phone No: 620-430-5451
Time: 5:00 am - 5:00 pm
Other Information:
FISHING TOURNAMENT-Catfish
Location: Lake View Boat Ramp
Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED for all vehicles to enter the State Park - no matter the length of stay.
Location: Hillsdale State Park
Type: Hybrid Hunter Ed Course
Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026
Contact: Frank Audano Jr
Phone No: frank@franksrealty.com
Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Other Information:
Registration and additional information is available online www.safehunters.com
The link sometimes does not work so please type the address into your browser.
Location: PERRY STATE PARK
Type: TOURNAMENT
Date: Sunday, April 26, 2026
Contact: Brian Keeney
Phone No: 913-424-8285
Time: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
Other Information:
FISHING TOURNAMENT- Bass
Location: Lake View Boat Ramp
Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED for all vehicles to enter the State Park - no matter the length of stay.
Location: Meade State Park
Type: Family oriented outdoor activities
Date: Saturday, May 02, 2026
Contact: Meade State Park Office
Phone No: 620-873-2572
Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Other Information:
For more information on this event visit facebook.com/MeadeStatePark or call the park office.
Location: Meade State Park
Type: Education
Date: Saturday, May 02, 2026
Contact: Meade State Park Office
Phone No: (620) 873-2572
Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Other Information:
Visit facebook.com/MeadeStatePark for more information or call the park office.
Location: PERRY STATE PARK
Type: TOURNAMENT
Date: Sunday, May 03, 2026
Contact: ksbuddybass22@gmail.com
This is an All Day Event
Other Information:
FISHING TOURNAMENT- Bass
Location: Lake View Boat Ramp
Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED for all vehicles to enter the State Park - no matter the length of stay.
https://www.ksbuddybass.com
Location: PERRY STATE PARK
Type: Tournament
Date: Sunday, May 17, 2026
Contact: Marion Daniels
Phone No: 816-935-9963
This is an All Day Event
Other Information:
TENTATIVE - Pending Approval of Permit
Fishing Tournament-Bass
Location: LAKE VIEW BOAT RAMP
Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED for all vehicles to enter the State Park - no matter the length of stay.
Location: PERRY STATE PARK
Type: TOURNAMENT
Dates: 06/06/26 - 06/07/26
This is an All Day Event
Other Information:
TENTATIVE - APPROVAL 2 DAY TOURNAMENT PENDING approval of permit
Location: Glen Elder State Park
Type: Enter the Park Free
Date: Saturday, June 06, 2026
Phone No: 785-545-3345
Time: 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Other Information:
Enter Glen Elder State Park without needing a vehicle permit.
Camping permits are still required.
Location: Glen Elder State Park
Type: Youth Fishing Tournament
Date: Saturday, June 06, 2026
Contact: Paul Stockabrand
Phone No: 785-545-3345
Time: 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Other Information:
Youth Fishing Tournament! AND Free park entrance day
Location: Webster State Park
Type: 4th of July Celebration & Fireworks
Date: Saturday, July 04, 2026
This is an All Day Event
Other Information:
Fireworks will be on Saturday, July 4, 2026.
Location: Glen Elder State Park
Type: July 4th celebration
Date: Saturday, July 04, 2026
Time: 9:45 pm - 10:30 pm
Other Information:
Sponsored by Waconcda Cultural Association
Location: PERRY STATE PARK
Type: HORSE EVENT
Dates: 09/03/26 - 09/07/26
Contact: Patty Jolliffe
Phone No: 913-449-1449
This is an All Day Event
Other Information:
Friends of Perry Wild Horse Annual Celebration
Location: Wild Horse Equestrian Shelter, Campground and Trails
Check Facebook "Let's Ride--Perry Lake" for updates and information
Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED FOR ALL VEHICLES to enter the State Park- No matter the length of stay.
All camping fees will apply.
Location: Cedar Bluff State Park
Type: Dance Party
Date: Saturday, September 05, 2026
Contact: Jacque Vice
Phone No: 785-726-3212
Time: 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Other Information:
End of Summer Beach Party at Cedar Bluff State Park!
Celebrate Labor Day Weekend with a beachside bash at Cedar Bluff State Park on Saturday, August 30, 2025, from 7 PM to 11 PM! Enjoy an evening of live DJ music , outdoor games , and fun in the sand under the stars . Dance along to the beats, challenge friends to games, or unwind by the water as we say goodbye to summer in style. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs , and summer spirit for a night to remember!
Event Details:
Saturday, September 5, 2026
7 PM - 11 PM
Cedar Bluff State Park - Bluffton Shelter
Make the most of your Labor Day Weekend—see you at the beach! #LaborDayBeachParty #CedarBluff #EndOfSummerBash #MyKsStatePark
Location: WEBSTER STATE PARK- ROCK POINT CAMPGROUND
Type: CAR SHOW
Date: Sunday, September 13, 2026
This is an All Day Event
Other Information:
It will be held in the Rock Point Campground.
Location: Webster State Park
Type: Free Entrance Day
Date: Sunday, September 13, 2026
This is an All Day Event
Other Information:
Vehicle permits are not required for the day. All Camping fees apply.
Annual Car Show will be taking place in Rock Point Campground
Location: Fall River State Park - Fredonia Bay Area
Type: Historical Reenactment of the Mountain Man Era 1800-1840
Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
Contact: Kimberly Jones
Phone No: 620-637-2213
Time: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Other Information:
Step back to 1826, a time with the mountain man and the American Indians walked the recently purchased Louisiana Purchase. A time when Lewis and Clark had finished their exploration, and others were wanting to follow in their footsteps. The event interprets 1800-1840 with a traditional rendezvous when Mountain Men and American Indians camped together to trade for needed supplies from the fur companies. Activities may include Indian and Mountain Men Encampments, Historical Traders, Reenactors Blackpowder Shoot, Tomahawk Throw, Skillet Throw for the Ladies, and a Kids Gold Rush. Come out to Fall River State Park and step back to 1826. This event celebrates National Public Lands Day - with FREE entrance to Fall River State Park.
Location: PERRY STATE PARK
Type: PARK EVENT
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
This is an All Day Event
Other Information:
Plans are in the works- schedule will be finalized late summer.
THIS IS PERRY STATE PARKS FREE VEHICLE ENTRANCE DAY- overnight camping fees still apply
UPDATES WILL BE POSTED FIRST AT:
Our Facebook page for updates: https://www.facebook.com/PerryStatePark
or the new Friends Group Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/people/Friends-of-Perry-State-Park/61566151751744/
email: perrystateparkfriends@gmail.com
Location: PERRY STATE PARK
Type: Free Entrance Day
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
This is an All Day Event
Other Information:
PER K.S.A. 32-901
all overnight camping fees will still apply
Location: PERRY STATE PARK
Type: HORSE EVENT
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Contact: Amy Schmidtlein
Phone No: 785-640-1600
Time: 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Other Information:
Location Wild Horse Equestrian Shelter and Trials
Chili & Pie Supper with Moonlight Ride
In case of inclement weather-and more event details will be updated on "Let's Ride - Perry Lake" Facebook page.
This is Perry State Park's Free Entrance Day for vehicles all overnight camping fees will still apply
Location: Meade State Park
Type: Guided Hike
Date: Friday, January 01, 2027
Contact: Meade State Park
Phone No: (620) 873-2572
Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Other Information:
Check out our facebook page www.facebook.com/MeadeStatePark for more information on this event, or call the park office.
