Main Street Monday | Downtown JC Happenings | Sep 22 - Sep 28, 2025
Fall Downtown is happening this week on Thursday, September 25th, 4-7PM! The event will be hosted all across our downtown area from 6th to 10th on N Washington St, from Jefferson to Franklin!
What to Expect?: Blue Jay $10 Shirt Sale + Poster Making + Snacks at Messenger Clothing Co... just in time for the JCHS vs MHS game! Hands-on art & craft stations • Interactive brain games • History & discovery exhibits • Firetruck tours • Pet adoptions • Community mural & chalk wall • Sidewalk sales & seasonal promotions • Vintage photo ops • Seasonal plants & décor • Oktoberfest beer launches • Fall drink flights • Sweet treats & Cupcake Crawl • Karaoke • First Dollar Presentations, AND SO MUCH MORE!
Upcoming JC Main Street Events
● We are just a few weeks away from Oktoberfest! Save the date: Friday, October 3rd and Saturday, October 4th! Authentic German beer will be flowing, complimented by traditional Oktoberfest food and fun for the entire family. We'll host live music, kids fun zone, and competitions of strength, stamina & yodeling!
● Boos and Brews is coming to Downtown JC in October 2025! Join Junction City Main Street for our Second Annual Boos and Brews events happening on Friday October 17th and Friday October 24th. Embark on a journey in Downtown JC that's sure to bring chilling tales, delightful ales, and lots of frightful fun! Buy tickets here: https://junctioncitymainstreet.org/signature-events/2025boosandbrews/
● Junction City Main Street Market This Saturday, September 27th is the last market of the 2025 Market season. This Market will feature a pet adoption day with the JC Animal Shelter. Interested in having a booth? Register here! Both events run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 901 N Washington St.
● Geary Community Farmers Market - Final Thursday Market of the season!
Every Thursday, May-September | 4–7 PM | 901 N Washington St.
Make Thursday evenings a weekly tradition.
○ Support local farmers and makers at the weekly Geary Community Farmers Market
○ Mums sale happening on September 25th!
● All Treats Day is slotted for October 30th at 5:15PM! The Junction City Area Chamber of Commerce invites the community for a fun evening of trick-or-treating downtown. Squid Syndicate will also be hosting a trunk-or-treat that evening, in the grassy property at 901 N Washington St.
Reimagined Evenings: Buttoned-Up Pumpkin Craft Night at Simply 115: Simply 115 invites you to a cozy evening of creativity at their Buttoned-Up Pumpkin Craft Night on Thursday, October 2. This beginner-friendly DIY class blends vintage charm with hands-on fun as participants create a unique pumpkin wall piece using rustic barn wood and a collection of buttons. Two sessions are available, 5:30–6:45 PM and 6:45–8:00 PM, with only 24 total spots available. Tickets include all supplies, step-by-step guidance, and light refreshments. Don’t miss this chance to relax, craft, and take home a one-of-a-kind fall décor piece—reserve your seat today!
Dinosaur Dimensions: Expedition Step into the thrilling world of dinosaurs as Dinosaur Dimensions: Expedition takes over the C.L. Hoover Opera House on Saturday, October 4, with performances at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM. All tickets are just $10.
Audiences will be transported to a fully immersive Jungle Laboratory where science meets spectacular adventure. Highlights include:
● A massive Brachiosaurus neck appearing on stage
● A towering Dilophosaurus racing through the theater
● Live science experiments that bring the story to life
● A fast-paced storyline with colorful characters
This high-energy production is perfect for all ages, combining animatronics, science, and nonstop excitement. After the show, enjoy a free Meet & Greet with the cast and dinosaurs—the perfect photo opportunity.
Tickets are available now at jcoperahouse.org/tickets.
GEM Studios Art Classes - All classes are ticketed, reserve your spot here: https://www.gemstudiosjc.com/?fbclid=IwY2xjawM1GoFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFWQm Z3dXd5SFRZN0w5V3liAR6yL9DKCuye9j8rwYNE1-V9DvrlAFfYO7Kl5TOdQl03NGdjfkoL OL51j88qgQ_aem_ek-3Q1Cmqw4GBYC2nKW6Eg.
- Brushes & Booze Eclipse: Friday, September 26th at 6PM
- Paint Day: Sunday, September 28th at 12PM
Flags of Geary County: “Proudly United, Community Ignited” 2026 is America’s 250th birthday! To celebrate, Junction City Main Street invites you to take part in the Flag Project supporting multiple local organizations. For a small donation, Main Street will place and remove a leased 3x5 ft U.S. flag on a 10 ft pole in front of your home or business on seven major holidays throughout the year. Flags will not be displayed in the event of rain.
Junction City Arts Council Classes:
Saturday, Sept 27 – Draw a Fall Landscape (Grades 3–5) at 1pm
Sunday, Sept 28 – Autumn Owl Painting (Adults ages 16+) at 2pm
Blu Restaurant and Bar Weekly Events: Taco ‘Bout a Tuesday, Wing Wednesday, Thirsty Thursday!
Highwind events: Taco Tuesday | Trivia Night, Wednesday @ 6:30PM | Karaoke Night, Saturday @ 7PM
The karaoke bug is going around and The Spot Karaoke is the place to be! Pick from 4 private karaoke suites, all with different themes, and enjoy a private jam session with you + 11 other people per room. Check them out and reserve a karaoke suite here: https://thespot785.com/
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