Shawnee County Parks & Rec holiday events for December

TOPEKA (KSNT) - Several holiday events are planned for December at Shawnee County Parks & Recreation venues. Parks & Rec released the schedule for three upcoming holiday events. The events include a craft show, a children's shopping spree and an Old Prairie Town Christmas. To stay up to date on the latest local news, click here to [...]

TOPEKA (KSNT) - Several holiday events are planned for December at Shawnee County Parks & Recreation venues.

Parks & Rec released the schedule for three upcoming holiday events. The events include a craft show, a children's shopping spree and an Old Prairie Town Christmas.

• Holiday Craft Show
  • What? - The Holiday Craft gives host to a variety of homemade goods such as quilts, candles, holiday decorations, baked goods and more. This year, the event will have a children's Exploration Station to make crafts and watch holiday movies.
    • Where? - At Great Overland Station at 701 N. Kansas Ave.
    • When? - at 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Dec. 2.
    • Admission - Free.
• Children's Shopping Spree
  • What? - The Children's Shopping Spree is an event where all items are priced at $10 or less. Volunteers will be at the event to help children shop. Items include jewelry, holiday decorations and more.
    • Where? - At 1600 NE Quincy St.
    • When? - at 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Dec. 9.
    • Ages? - Five to 16-years-old.
    • Admission - Free.
• Old Prairie Town Christmas
  • What? - Old Prairie Town Christmas is an event giving children the opportunity to write letters to Santa, listen to Christmas stories, play in artificial snow and enjoy dance and music performances.
    • Where? - 124 NW Fillmore St.
    • When? - at 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Dec. 16.
    • Admission - $5 at the gate.

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