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Make the most of your visit to Etzanoa by exploring the many attractions, events, and dining options nearby. From seasonal festivals and historic sites to outdoor recreation and local restaurants, Arkansas City and the surrounding area offer something for every traveler.

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Annual Events

Aerial view of a carnival at dusk with colorful rides and lights beneath a dramatic pink and orange sunset sky.

Arkalalah Festival

Late October · Arkansas City, KS

A beloved Arkansas City tradition for more than 90 years, the Arkalalah Festival is the city’s annual fall celebration. The name comes from the Native American word “alalah,” meaning “good time”—and the festival lives up to it.

Held from Wednesday through Saturday during the last full weekend in October, Arkalalah features parades, food vendors, a carnival, marching band competitions, community reunions, and the Arkalalah Queen’s coronation, drawing tens of thousands of visitors each year.

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Audience seated on benches watches musicians perform on stage at the International Fingerstyle Guitar Championship inside a large pavilion.

Walnut Valley Festival

Third weekend in September · Winfield, KS

Often called simply “Winfield,” the Walnut Valley Festival began in 1972 as the National Guitar Flat-Picking Championships. Today, it is one of the most celebrated acoustic music festivals in the country.

Hosted at the Winfield Fairgrounds each September, the festival blends music, education, and community—creating a welcoming atmosphere that longtime attendees describe as a true homecoming.

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For additional events, activities, and dining options, visit Visit Ark City.

Nearby Attractions

Aerial view of a corn maze spelling ‘Etzanoa: The Great Settlement’ with winding paths forming the design.

Pumpkin Pants Ranch

Seasonal

A family-owned, 80-acre farm offering seasonal fun for all ages. Attractions include a corn maze, pumpkin patch, fall festivities, and holiday events such as Santa’s Workshop.

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Chaplin Nature Center

Explore 230 acres of scenic trails, wildlife habitats, and natural beauty along the Arkansas River. Just minutes from downtown Arkansas City, this nature center offers hiking, birdwatching, and year-round educational programs hosted by the Wichita Audubon Society.

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Historic downtown Arkansas City street with brick storefronts, streetlights, and light traffic at dusk.

Arkansas City Historic District

Step into the past while strolling through Arkansas City’s historic downtown district. Visitors can take a self-guided walking tour using a mobile app or download a printed brochure to learn more about the city’s architecture and history.

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Exterior view of the Cherokee Strip Museum buildings, including the Land Office and Museum, styled as historic storefronts along a dirt street.

Cherokee Strip Land Rush Museum

Experience the history of the Cherokee Strip Land Rush and early life in south-central Kansas and north-central Oklahoma. The museum includes exhibits on regional cultures, the Bland Schoolhouse, and the Bill Baird Memorial Pioneer Farm and Garden.

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Landrush Antique Mall

Largest antique mall in Cowley County with 13,000+ sq. ft. of antiques, collectibles, primitives, and more! Located at 211 S. Summit (US-77) in the heart of the historical downtown district of Arkansas City, Kansas.

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7 Clans Casino & Resort

Four miles south of Arkansas City

Enjoy gaming, dining, and entertainment at this full-service casino and resort. Features include over 1,200 slot machines, table games, restaurants, bars, a hotel with suites, an indoor waterpark, and live performances at the Council Bluff Event Center.

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For even more attractions and activities, visit Visit Ark City.