2018 SCHEDULE
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6:00PM to 10:00PM
City Carnival
City ParkHead over to the carnival where we have rides and thrill levels for all ages. From the ferris wheel and tilt-a-whirl, to your favorite carnival games and snacks, our carnival has something for everyone. And who knows; you might just walk away with a prize!
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6:00PM to 10:00PM
Dunk Tank
City ParkCome dunk your favorite coach, city official or co-worker. Proceeds to benefit Wamego Fire Department and Auxiliary.
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9:00AM to 3:30PM
Antique Tractor Show
Ball DiamondsStop by the 32nd Annual Kaw Valley Antique Engine, Truck and Tractor Club Show to see dozens of unique farm equipment from all over the U.S.
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9:00AM to 3:30PM
Walter P. Chrysler Car Show
City ParkCome to City Park for the 43rd Annual Walter P. Chrysler Car Show.
Contact Verne Claussen (785) 456-4179 for registration information.
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10:00AM to 5:00PM
Ice Cream & Cake
Historical MuseumStop by the Wamego Historical Society Ice Cream and Cake Social for a sweet treat in City Park. Ice cream churned by an antique John Deere water cooled engine.
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11:00AM to 4:00PM
Pork Sandwich & Pie
6th & LincolnHead over to the First United Methodist Church for pork sandwiches, brats, hotdogs and homemade pie. Free will donation to Wounded Warriors of Ft. Riley. For more than 30 years this tradition has been a local favorite nobody wants to miss!
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12:00PM to 6:00PM
"Backstage Beer & Wine Garden at The Columbian"
Columbian Theatre (521 Lincoln)"Backstage Beer & Wine Garden at The Columbian" - enjoy a nice cold beer or a glass of wine from 12- 6 pm.
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1:00PM to 1:30PM
"BOOMTOWN USA" - 1st Screening
The Columbian TheatreWatch the documentary, BOOMTOWN USA. Gain insight into how the Wamego Fireworks spectacular show is put together. Two shows: 1:00pm and 2:00pm. Enjoy a cocktail from the "Backstage Beer & Wine Garden at The Columbian" from 12-6 pm. Stroll through the theatre and discover its 1893 Chicago World’s Fair artifacts and enjoy art by local artists in the Swogger Gallery.
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1:30PM
Hot Wheels Races
City ParkHot Wheels available on site for purchase. All ages welcome.
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2:00PM to 10:00PM
Carnival
City ParkHead over to the carnival where there are rides, thrills and fun for all ages. From the ferris wheel and tilt-a-whirl, to your favorite carnival games and food on the midway, the carnival has something for everyone. And who knows, you might just walk away with a prize!
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2:00PM to 2:30PM
"BOOMTOWN USA" - 2nd Screening
The Columbian TheatreWatch the documentary, BOOMTOWN USA. Gain insight into how the Wamego Fireworks spectacular show is put together. Two shows: 1:00pm and 2:00pm. Enjoy a cocktail from the Columbian cash bar from 12-6 pm. Stroll through the theatre and discover its 1893 Chicago World’s Fair artifacts and enjoy art by local artists in the Swogger Gallery.
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4:00PM
Patriotic Vocal Concert
6th & LincolnCool off inside the First United Methodist Church while listening to the amazing Patriotic Vocal Concert. Free will donation appreciated.
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4:00PM
RED Parking Shuttle Begins Running
Wamego High School Football FieldThe Shuttle is free and open to the public to and from the Wamego Recreation Complex from 4-9 p.m. and will provide return service after the fireworks show. Shuttles will make stops at the top of the parade route prior to 6:00pm for those wishing to attend the Parade. This drop-off location is NOT a pick-up location. Pick-up locations are at the recreation complex only.
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4:00PM
GREEN Parking Shuttle Begins Running
Wamego Middle SchoolThe Shuttle is free and open to the public to and from the Wamego Recreation Complex from 4-9 p.m. and will provide return service after the fireworks show. Shuttles will make stops at the top of the parade route prior to 6:00pm for those wishing to attend the Parade. This drop-off location is NOT a pick-up location. Pick-up locations are at the recreation complex only.
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4:00PM to 9:00PM
Food Court
Bittmann Mercantile Parking LotFood Court will be open from 4-9 pm in the 500 block of Lincoln, in the Bittmann Mercantile parking lot.
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6:00PM to 7:00PM
Parade
Main StreetJoin us on main street (Lincoln Ave from 4th to 8th streets) for the 146th annual Wamego Independence Day Parade.
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7:30PM to 9:30PM
Pre-Show Concert
Rec ComplexNew this year, the band, Departure ~ who will entertain both before AND after the best fireworks show in the world! Our new featured band is playing in place of our beloved Ft. Riley 1st Infantry Division Band who are serving another mission this year. Thanks, Departure! We can’t wait to groove to the 70’s, 80’s and great music while we Celebrate Freedom in Wamego.
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10:00PM to 10:35PM
Fireworks
Rec ComplexCheck out the #1 ranked fireworks show in Kansas! Learn all of the details about this one-of-a-kind experience, and also make sure you listen to the live broadcast during the show on B104.7.
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10:35PM to 11:00PM
Post-Show Concert
Rec ComplexAvoid the traffic. Check out the post-show entertainment provided by the classic rock band DEPARTURE.