Garnett, Kansas

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Garnett, Kansas This is the official page for the City of Garnett, Kansas. Small town, big personality! Check us out.

Social Media Public Comments Policy
The City Manager and Director of Community Development will monitor all public comments on City social media sites. Any Garnett social media site that allows for public comment includes, but is not limited to, the following provisions:
(1) All comments or links posted by a member of the public will be removed, if they are off-topic, obscene or pornographic, defamatory, harassing, commercial, criminal, political, or that violate the intellectual property rights of others. (2) The City only monitors comments during business hours, and thus information conveyed after hours will not be received until the next business day. (3) All public comments are subject to disclosure as public records. No comment shall be removed from any city social media site that allows for public comment, unless that comment violates the provisions of the Public Comment Policy. Explore these website:
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Garnett's the home of the Lake Garnett Grand Prix (www.lggpr.org) and Cornstock (www.cornstock.net). Enjoy over 1,000 acres of parks, including 3 lakes, and the Prairie Spirit Rail Trail State Park, 51-mile hiking and biking trail that passes through Garnett. You'll find gift shops, antique stores, art gallery, museum, live theatre, delicious dining and cozy lodging at our B&B and motels. Don't miss our elk farm, our country store, and unique tourist attraction. Whether it's being outside or inside, there's always something to fun to do! We're located 50 miles south of Lawrence, 50 miles southwest of the KC metro, 50 miles east of Emporia. https://calendar.google.com/calendar/b/2/render?tab=mc&pli=1

The Mural Contest has ended, and now we need your help! We will award the FAN FAVORITE $50! So cast your votes in the co...
10/05/2026

The Mural Contest has ended, and now we need your help! We will award the FAN FAVORITE $50! So cast your votes in the comments-One vote per person (if you vote 5 times, it only counts as one). Voting will remain open until 5 p.m. TODAY. We will announce the fan favorite on Tuesday, October 6. Good luck to all of our contestants-you all did a great job!

Town Talk Fall 2026 Edition is available online! Thank you to everyone who contributed to this edition! It took a team-a...
10/02/2026

Town Talk Fall 2026 Edition is available online! Thank you to everyone who contributed to this edition! It took a team-and we have the best! Print copies are currently available at City Hall, the Garnett Public Library, and the Garnett Senior Center. And we will happily print you one if you request a copy. Have a great weekend!

Town Talk Fall 2026 Edition is now available online for your reading pleasure! A quick thank you t...

The Anderson County Flywheelers event is in full swing! What beautiful weather, and a great turnout-enjoy the photos, an...
10/02/2026

The Anderson County Flywheelers event is in full swing! What beautiful weather, and a great turnout-enjoy the photos, and make sure to follow their page to see all the great photos and videos of the morning's activities and Tractor Parade.

The Mural Contest has ended, and now we need your help! We will award the FAN FAVORITE $50! So cast your votes in the co...
10/02/2026

The Mural Contest has ended, and now we need your help! We will award the FAN FAVORITE $50! So cast your votes in the comments-One vote per person (if you vote 5 times, it only counts as one). Voting will remain open until 5 p.m. on Monday, October 5, 2026. We will announce the fan favorite on Tuesday, October 6. Good luck to all of our contestants-you all did a great job!

10/02/2026

PLEASE BE ADVISED: Tractors will begin lining up for today's Tractor Parade around Lake Garnett. North Lake Road will be closed at 11 am to allow safe travel of the parade. PLEASE do not attempt to enter the roadway and interfere with the parade. If you want to watch the parade, please get there before 10:30 am. Bring you lawn chairs. Cob a squat, and then grab food at the vendor court!

10/01/2026
If you haven't stayed in this beautiful, historical home, it's time to book a weekend!
10/01/2026

If you haven't stayed in this beautiful, historical home, it's time to book a weekend!

Crisp air, changing leaves, and all the charm of fall. šŸ Wishing you a wonderful October from The Kirk House!

Anderson County Flywheelers starts TOMORROW! Follow their page for updates, and plan on spending time Friday and Saturda...
10/01/2026

Anderson County Flywheelers starts TOMORROW! Follow their page for updates, and plan on spending time Friday and Saturday for music, food, vendors, a tractor parade, education, and yes, so much more!

Join the Anderson County Flywheelers for community gatherings, showcasing gas engines and tractors. Free admission at our annual event!

Come out to Garnett Tractor Supply Oct. 9th from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. for a race car driver meet and greet. Bring the ...
10/01/2026

Come out to Garnett Tractor Supply Oct. 9th from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. for a race car driver meet and greet. Bring the kids and color a wooden race car ornament!

Last call for entries in the Mural Contest! The deadline to enter the Mural Contest is TODAY,  SEPTEMBER 30, 2026, at 5 ...
09/30/2026

Last call for entries in the Mural Contest! The deadline to enter the Mural Contest is TODAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2026, at 5 p.m.!

Artists:

Fill out application (available at City Hall)
Submit original sketch (no AI or computer generated submissions)
Designs should be no larger than 6' x 6'
You MUST be able to paint the design yourself, whether on canvas or directly on a wall
Children under 18 may enter, but parental consent is required
$500 will go to the winner ($250 for supplies if chosen, and $250 when the mural is complete)
$50 will be awarded to the social media "Fan Favorite"

Businesses:

If you would like to see the winner's art on your wall, let us know!

Contact Kris at 785.448.5496 for applications and more information!

Deadline for submissions: September 30 2026

Address

131 W 5th Avenue
Garnett, KS
66032

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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