Zip 67676 · Weekend of 2026-03-20
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| Zip 67676 67676 | Weekend of Mar 20 - Mar 22, 2026 |
WEEKEND SNAPSHOT
Cool and variable; highs near 57°F, lows dipping to 37°F with likely rainy periods.
High traffic near Gross Memorial Coliseum due to state-wide athletic delegations arriving.
⚡ If You Only Do One Thing
Special Olympics Kansas State Basketball & Cheerleading Tournament
Friday (Opening Ceremonies 9:30 AM) through Saturday Evening
"This is the premier regional event of the season, bringing incredible energy and community spirit to the Gross Memorial Coliseum floor."
PRO TIP: Parking at the Coliseum (GMC) fills up by 9:00 AM; park in the FHSU residential lots to the north and use the indoor sky-bridge to stay dry.
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📍 Top Spots
Father Valentine Historical Presentation
Saturday, Mar 21, 2:00 PM • Ellis County Historical Society (Hays)
A deep dive into the history of the first resident priest of Hays and the founding of the Volga German parishes like Catherine and Munjor.
Best For: History buffs and local heritage enthusiasts • Cost: Free
Live Music: Blake Ruder
Saturday, Mar 21, 8:00 PM • The Paisley Pear Wine Bar, Bistro & Market
An intimate evening of acoustic performances in the heart of the downtown 'Bricks' district.
Best For: Date night or a quiet evening with friends • Cost: No Cover
Choose Your Mode
Mode: Family
Sternberg Museum: Seas of Kansas Tour
Admission applies
Sat/Sun 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM • Sternberg Museum of Natural History
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Tip: Check out the new 'Dogs: More Than Pets' exhibit while you are there.
Mode: Chill
Community BINGO Night
$5-10 per card
Friday, 5:00 PM • Heritage Eatery & Bingo
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Tip: Arrive early if you want a table near the caller; the kitchen serves standard diner fare.
Weekend at a Glance
Friday Night
Heritage Eatery BINGO
SOCIAL
Saturday Afternoon
Father Valentine Presentation
CULTURAL
Saturday Night
Blake Ruder Live at Paisley Pear
NIGHTLIFE
Sunday Morning
Sternberg Museum Self-Guided Tour
FAMILY
⚠️ Logistics Watch Outs
Special Olympics Traffic
Fri/Sat near US-183 and the FHSU campus perimeter.
Avoid the Vine Street exit for I-70 if possible; use the 157 or 159 exits to bypass the heaviest congestion.
Rainy Road Conditions
Interstate 70 between Victoria and Hays.
Expect standing water on the bypass; bridge work often restricts lanes near the Commerce Parkway exit.
🍿 Movies
Top Box Office
Project Hail Mary (PG-13): Ryan Gosling stars as an astronaut with amnesia tasked with saving Earth in this highly anticipated sci-fi epic.
Hoppers (PG): Pixar's latest follows a girl who uses technology to enter the mind of a beaver to understand the animal kingdom.
A Complete Unknown (PG-13): The Bob Dylan biopic continues its strong box office run as a critical darling of the season.
New This Weekend
Project Hail Mary (PG-13): The blockbuster adaptation of Andy Weir's novel finally hits wide release this weekend.
Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man (R): Cillian Murphy returns as Tommy Shelby for the definitive cinematic conclusion to the saga.
📅 Plan Ahead
| Date | Event | Action |
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| Mar 26-28, 2026 | RPM Speedway IMCA Races | Low; tickets usually available at the gate. |
| Apr 3, 2026 | FHSU Encore Series: 'Yesterday or Tomorrow' | High; advance ticket purchase required. |