Zip 67676 · Weekend of 2026-02-27
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| Zip 67676 67676 | Weekend of Feb 27 - Mar 1, 2026 |
WEEKEND SNAPSHOT
Cold and breezy; Highs 48°F, Lows 25°F. Mostly cloudy.
Massive influx of visitors for the KSHSAA State Wrestling Tournament; expect heavy traffic near Gross Memorial Coliseum.
⚡ If You Only Do One Thing
KSHSAA Class 3-2-1A State Wrestling Championships
Friday & Saturday, Feb 27–28 (Doors 8:00 AM)
"It is the biggest indoor event of the season. High-energy, heated venue, and brings a unique state-level competitive atmosphere to Hays."
PRO TIP: Avoid the Hwy 183 Bypass congestion by entering the FHSU campus from the south via Elm Street and parking in the south lots near the stadium.
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📍 Top Spots
33rd Annual Smoky Hill Pheasants Forever Banquet
Saturday, Feb 28, 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM • Ellis County Fairgrounds (Unrein Family Building)
A community fundraising banquet featuring a prime rib dinner, auctions, and wildlife conservation activities.
Best For: Local conservationists and social groups • Cost: Ticketed (varies)
St. Joseph Meatless Soup & Bread Supper
Friday, Feb 27, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM • Kennedy Building Cafeteria (1301 Fort St)
A local Lenten tradition serving meatless soup, bread, and desserts to the public.
Best For: Community tradition and budget dining • Cost: Free-will donation
FHSU Baseball vs. Rogers State
Friday, Feb 27 at 1:00 PM • Larks Park
Tigers host a home series opener against MIAA conference rival Rogers State.
Best For: Sports fans • Cost: $5-$10
Choose Your Mode
Mode: Competitive
Hays Scholastic Chess Tournament
$10 entry
Saturday, Feb 28, 8:00 AM • Parish School Building (1309 Fort St)
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Tip: Registration closes at 8:45 AM; bring your own chess clock if you have one.
Mode: Family Night
Public Skate at Centennial Lanes
$8-$12
Friday/Saturday Nights • Centennial Lanes, Hays
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Tip: Check for 'Cosmic Bowling' hours starting after 9:00 PM for a high-energy vibe.
Weekend at a Glance
Friday 1:00 PM
FHSU Baseball Home Opener
Outdoors
Friday 5:30 PM
Soup & Bread Lenten Supper
Tradition
Saturday 9:00 AM
State Wrestling Day 2
Major Event
Saturday 4:30 PM
Pheasants Forever Social Hour
Social
⚠️ Logistics Watch Outs
Hotel & Restaurant Capacity
Friday evening through Sunday morning; all major hotels in Hays.
Expect 45-minute wait times at popular spots like Gella's or JD's Chicken; call ahead or dine before 5:30 PM.
🍿 Movies
Top Box Office
Scream 7 (R): Neve Campbell returns as Sidney Prescott to face a new Ghostface threat in the franchise's highly anticipated 2026 reboot.
Wuthering Heights (R): Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi star in Emerald Fennell's stylish, modern take on the Brontë classic.
Weapon (R): Josh Brolin stars in this intense action-thriller holdover from early 2026 about an investigator on a collision course with a mysterious killer.
New This Weekend
Scream 7 (R): The legendary slasher franchise returns to theaters today with original writer Kevin Williamson directing.
Dreams (NR): Director Michel Franco’s new romantic thriller starring Jessica Chastain and Isaac Hernández debuts in select theaters.
📅 Plan Ahead
| Date | Event | Action |
|---|---|---|
| March 5, 2026 | Classics & Hymns Spring Tour (The Collingsworth Family) | Medium - Tickets sell out fast for gospel tours. |
| March 15, 2026 | Heartland Gymnastics Tournament | Low |