The city is filled with an influx of new and returning students, and this weekend it will also be filled with music.
On third Thursdays, local bands will play at AJ’s, Tallgrass Tap House, Finn’s and more. In Seth Child, Dustin Arbuckle and The Damnations will perform at The DoughBro’s Burgers, Brews and Blues.
On Friday, DJ Dave Lewis will be spinning ’80s jams at Liquid Art Winery while Stoney LaRue rocks The Hat. On Saturday, Philosophy of Lions will perform at Auntie Mae’s Parlor to close out the shows.
Here’s a look at some local events in the area this weekend.
Third Thursday Back to School Make and Take Workshop, 5:30 p.m
Also Friday! Choose Your Project Workshop at 6pm on Friday, and Bagels and Boards choose your Project Workshop at 9.30am on Saturday.
Board and Brush, 311 Fort Riley Blvd.
Beginner Pottery: Pinch Pot, 6-8 pm
Uncorked Inspiration, 1223 Moro St.
Bluemont Hotel, 1212 Bluemont Ave.
Burgers, Brews and Blues, 6 p.m
Live performance by Dustin Arbuckle and The Damnations, burger buffet, desserts and more.
The DoughBro, 307 S. Seth Child Road.
Live Music: Six Mile Creek, 6 p.m
AJ’s NY Pizzeria, 301 Poyntz Ave.
Becoming a Lazy Gardener, 6 p.m
Extension Master Gardener Debra Harries shares tips and tricks for letting nature do the gardening.
Wagyu 101 Tasting Party, 6:30 p.m
Multi-course sampling experience with presentations.
Admission is free, but reservations are required. Booking: bit.ly/3A1bADj or search on Eventbrite.
Booth Creek Wagyu, 519 McCall Road, Ste. 500.
K-State Soccer vs. Northwestern, 7 p.m
Live music: M31 Acoustic, 8 p.m
Tallgrass Tap House, 320 Poyntz Ave.
Live Music: Wade D. Brown, 8 p.m
Bluemont Hotel, 1212 Bluemont Ave.
Live Music: The Cover-Ups, 8 p.m
Finn’s Neighborhood Pub, 317 Poyntz Ave.
Officers will be on the Dunkin’ rooftop soliciting donations for Special Olympics Kansas.
Dunkin’ 409 McCall Road.
K-State Volleyball vs. Wayne State, 6 p.m
Paint and Sip: Tuttle Creek, 6 p.m
Also Kids Canvas: P-51 Mustang at 10am on Saturday, Paint and Sip: Abstract Horse at 6pm on Saturday and Paint and Sip: Soybean Sunset at 4pm on Sunday.
Uncorked Inspiration, 1223 Moro St.
A throwback to the 80’s night, 6 p.m
DJ Dave Lewis will be spinning music from the 80s. Those with birthdays in the decade receive a discount on drinks. Dress for the decade to enter a drawing for a gift card.
Liquid Art Winery and Estate, 1745 Wildcat Creek Road.
Flight Crew Coffee Acoustic Show, 7-9 p.m
Flight Crew Coffee, 423 Poyntz Ave.
Skits, songs and knees in a live musical performance.
Also 7.30pm Saturday and 2pm Sunday.
Columbian Theatre, 521 Lincoln Ave., Wamego.
Live Music: Stoney LaRue with Cody Hibbard, 8:30 p.m
Hat, 1315 Laramie St.
K-State Dorm Move-In, All Day.
Downtown Farmers Market, 8 a.m.-1 p.m
Third and Leavenworth Streets.
Meet and Greet with Jordy Nelson, noon.
Bring your dog to the City Park Water Park for a chance to splash and celebrate the end of summer. All dogs need proof of rabies vaccination and a city license. K-State VetMed will have rabies shots available for $10 per dog, and the City of Manhattan will have a booth for city licenses.
Cost: $15 suggested donation.
I go to the Foxtrot class, 2:00 p.m
No previous experience or partner needed.
Cost: $15 per person or free for private tuition students.
Ballroom Dance School, 416 Laramie St.
Alma Hot Nights, 2-7pm
Annual car show, with vendors and proceeds going to Setfeta for Life.
MAC Annual Fundraiser, 6:30-11 p.m
DJ, dancing, dinner and more to raise funds for Arts for All.
Flint Hills Discovery Center, 315 S. Third St.
Live music: The Philosophy of Lions with Taxi Driver Jesus Christ, 8 p.m
Auntie Mae’s Parlor, 616 N. 12th St.
Free pancakes, yard games and more to kick off the school year.
K-State Soccer vs. Northern Colorado, 1 p.m
Prairiewood Open Space Days, 3-6 p.m
Enter the Blue Sage Gallery, wear comfortable walking shoes and bring sunscreen, bug spray and water if needed.
Prairiewood Retreat and Reserve, 1484 Wildcat Creek Road.
New meeting of students, 17.00
New K-State students are invited to learn about the university and its traditions.
Bill Snyder Family Stadium.