Miracle on Kansas Avenue & Parade Located in Downtown Topeka, Recapture the nostalgia of Christmas Past during this event that takes place in early December and includes decorated windows and trees, carriage rides, a lighted parade, carolers, and commemorative ornaments., 785-234-9336

Old Time Holiday Happenings Located at Ward-Meade Park, A vintage holiday celebration that takes place each early December and includes Victorian dinners, trolley tours, tours of the grounds, and unique turn-of-the-century decorations., 785-368-3888

Festival of Trees Located at the Kansas Expocentre, One-of-a-kind decorated Christmas trees, baked goods, entertainment, and a craft boutique are all a part of this wonderful holiday event that takes place annually in December., 785-233-2566

Topeka Civic Theatre and Academy 3028 SW 8th Ave, Topeka, KS 66606, Award-winning community dinner theatre., 785-357-5211

Topeka Performing Arts Center 214 Southeast 8th Street, Topeka, KS 66603, Live Broadway plays, concerts, conferences, and meeting space. Call for schedule., 785-234-2787

Heartland Park 7530 South Topeka Boulevard, Topeka, KS 66619, The first major motorsports facility to be built in North America since 1968, this award-winning racing venue offers exciting racing action on a dragstrip, a road course, and a dirt track throughout the year., 785-234-4545, 800-43RACES