Wamego Area Chamber of Commerce

10/22/2026

Back to Back! We’re super excited to have been awarded “Best Small Town Event” from the Travel Industry Association of Kansas - TIAK for the Wamego Fireworks Show.

Boomtown USA is so much more than just an event. It has become a calling card for the community. Marketing this event is telling the story of the small army of volunteers and contributors who make July 4th so special. From the Pyro Crew and Event Volunteers, to our City Staff and First Responders… this award is yours as well.

We are proud to tell everyone that “There’s No Place Like Wamego”. Thank you all for being part of this incredible story and community.

10/01/2026

ATTN: TOTO RIBBON CUTTING RESCHEDULED TO SATURDAY AT 11AM DURING OZtoberFest.

Well friends, in what is possibly the most “Wizard of OZ” thing that could happen, our friend Toto sustained some storm and weather damage yesterday en route to Wamego. And as we all know, there has been a Witch melting amount of rain dumped on Railroad Park. After spending last night and all morning trouble shooting, we’re are pivoting away from any Friday Toto events and directing all our efforts to have Toto still ready for OZtoberfest on Saturday.

Luckily for us, Toto wasn’t kidnapped by flying monkeys, and we know a Wizard. More than one actually. Our huge collaboration of Wizards from Midwest Concrete Materials, Riley Construction Company, Inc, Icon Poly, and the City of Wamego, Kansas Government are all rallying to get Toto ready in time for our OZtobefest guests.

It will be a challenge that will take all of our hearts, brains, and courage to make happen. We are confident that Toto is indeed still coming home to Wamego, and invite you to our rescheduled Ribbon Cutting on Saturday at 11am during OZtoberfest.

When you pull back the curtain, that’s how Wamego Magic actually happens. It’s the work behind the scenes to do big things that make this community so awesome. A place where no one throws in the towel, we grab our tools and talents and go to work.

Click your heels and say it with us, “There’s no place like Wamego”.

Now we’re off to go help our Wamego Wizards get Toto home. We’ll see you Saturday.

10/01/2026

The inaugural class of the Wamego Youth Leadership Program have been busy! Starting with classroom sessions this week to learn more about Wamego, to stopping by Wamego Community Foundation Match Day this morning.

A huge thank you to Bank of the Flint Hills for sponsoring our Youth Leadership students today. They gave each student $100 to donate to the Match Day Fund of their choice. They spent the morning interviewing and talking with the local Match Day fund holders and learning more about the groups and projects that fuel the Wamego magic!

We couldn't be more proud of this inaugural Wamego Youth Leadership Class at Wamego High School - USD 320.

09/29/2026

It's happening!! Come see the World's Tallest Toto on Friday, Oct. 2nd at 8am in the Railroad Park!

09/28/2026

We're Hiring!

�The Office & Communications Assistant is a part-time staff member of the Wamego Area Chamber of Commerce and reports to the Executive Director. This position supports the day-to-day operation of the Chamber office by serving as a primary point of contact for members, vendors, visitors, and the public; managing routine communications; maintaining accurate records; and assisting with digital communications and social media. The position is approximately 20-25 hours per week during regularly scheduled weekday hours and does not require event coordination or event attendance.
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To apply or for further job information, email resume to [email protected]

09/14/2026

Happy Hour Postponed.

09/10/2026

Join us for Wamego Happy Hour Tuesday Sept 15 for the annual "Backyard Bash" with Crossroads Real Estate & Auction, LLC and The James Waters Agency - Farm Bureau Financial Services. Always one of our favorites for the amazing food and fun! We'll see you Tuesday.

09/10/2026

Always a fun night downtown!

🎃 TRICK OR TREAT IN DOWNTOWN WAMEGO! 🍬

Grab your costumes, bring your treat bags, and get ready for a fun evening in Downtown Wamego!

📅 Friday, October 30th, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Downtown Wamego

Come dressed in your Halloween best and enjoy trick-or-treating throughout downtown!

Since Halloween falls on Saturday this year, Downtown Trick or Treat will take place the evening before. Families will likely also head out for traditional neighborhood trick-or-treating on Halloween night, so Wamego residents may see little ghosts and goblins out and about both Friday and Saturday evening! 🎃

We can’t wait to see Downtown Wamego filled with costumes, candy, and Halloween fun!

Save the date and help us spread the word!