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The best time to visit Kansas is mid-summer and late autumn if you want to enjoy the state's nature in pleasant weather. Ruby-throated hummingbirds are common in eastern Kansas from April to September, while a lengthy hike across 15 states, from the Atlantic to the Pacific, American Discovery Trail is available all year round. In September, don’t miss the chance to visit the Kansas State Fair and Kansas City Renaissance Festival, and, of course, enjoy Fall Foliage in Kansas from late October to early November.

9 things to do in Kansas

Neewollah

October 18–26, 2024 • Event

The largest annual festival in Kansas is all about Halloween

Kansas State Fair

September 6–15, 2024 • Event

The largest and most popular event in the state

Kansas City Renaissance Festival

August 31–October 14, 2024 (Saturdays & Sundays) Plus September 2 and October 14 • Event

Go back in time to the 16th century and meet King Henry VIII and his royal court

Sunflower Balloon Fest

May 17–19, 2024 • Event

Welcome to a magnificent sky-flying festival held on the grounds of the municipal airport

Hummingbirds

April–September • Nature

Ruby-throated hummingbirds are common in eastern Kansas

Fall Foliage in Kansas

late October– early November • Nature

Autumnal grasslands are full of color and life

Huff ‘n Puff Hot Air Balloon Rally

September 6-8, 2024 • Event

A beloved Topeka tradition since 1976

Great Plains Renaissance Festival

April 20–21, 2024 • Event

Medieval entertainment and family-friendly fun in Wichita, Kansas

Smoky Hill River Festival

June 12–15, 2025 • Event

The largest art and music festival in Central Kansas

Last updated: Jun 11, 2024

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