Schedule:

August 26, 2024

6:30PM: Little Balkans Cooking School

Get ready for a delicious hands-on cooking experience! Learn how to make classic Southeast Kansas ethnic dishes with local volunteers. With two hands on experiences and one demo, you'll get to taste everything you make and take home the recipes. Samples and recipes included; Class will begin at 6:30 PM at Lincoln Center.

Location: Lincoln Park | 710 W 9th St

PASSPORT EVENT!

August 27, 2024

6:30PM: Little Balkans Quilt Guild Class

Learn how to create beautiful designs and keepsakes with a hands-on class. All materials will be supplied, participants can take their creations home.

Location: Presbyterian Church 6th & Pine Street

PASSPORT EVENT!

August 28, 2024

6:00PM: Paint the Town Red Block Party

The Paint the Town Red Community Block Party and PSU Pep Rally will be held on Wednesday, August 28th from 6:00-8:00pm in Downtown Pittsburg from 4th - 6th streets.

Location: Downtown Pittsburg

6:30PM: Little Balkans Pasta School

Join Little Balkans Days for the Inaugural Pasta School! The class will be held at Lincoln Center at 6:30 P.M. on August 28th.

Class will feature two hands on segments where attendees will be able to experience hands on learning about pasta preparation. One additional demonstration only item will also be presented by volunteers. All recipes will be included and samples will be provided as well!

Location: Lincoln Park | 710 W 9th St

PASSPORT EVENT!

August 29, 2024

6:30PM: 2nd Annual Night At The Friendly Tavern

Reminisce and learn about the history of southeast Kansas from local celebrities. Event will begin at 6:30PM in the Frisco Event Center.

Location: Frisco Event Center 210 East 4th Street

August 30, 2024

8:00AM: Chamber Coffee

Join us for morning coffee with the Pittsburg Area Chamber of Commerce at Pritchett Pavilion.

Location: Pritchett Pavilion 106 2nd Street

9:00AM - 5:00PM: Little Balkans Quilt Guild Quilt Show

Experience the artistry and craftsmanship of stunning quilts at our Annual Quilt Show presented by the Little Balkans Quilt Guild.  As a long-standing highlight of the festival, don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the intricate world of quilting.

Location: Memorial Auditorium Lower Level | 5th & Pine

PASSPORT EVENT!

9:00AM - 3:00PM: Living History Border Wars: School Days

Students will experience hands-on history as they rotate through stations focusing on different aspects of daily life during the border wars. For more information on school group tours; please visit: https://www.crawfordcountymuseum.com/living-history-sign-up

Location: Crawford County Historical Museum | North of 20th & Bypass

1:00PM: Senior Bingo

Enjoy an afternoon of Bingo at Meadowbrook Mall. Entry fee is $1 for participants over the age of 65 or facility resident. Passport required for participants under the age of 65. Prizes to be awarded!

Location: Meadowbrook Mall 202 Centennial Drive

PASSPORT EVENT!

6:30PM - 8:30PM: Oldies & Rock & Roll Dance w/Area 51

Listen to local favorite Area 51 playing classic rock and roll hits inside Meadowbrook Mall during this FREE community concert!

Location: Meadowbrook Mall South Broadway & Centennial

August 31, 2024

8:00AM - 10:00AM: Little Balkans Photography Contest

Our photography contests feature images created by photographers from around our local, sharing visions that inspire, inform, and awe. This free contest not only has multiple categories but has ranging age categories to include all age groups!

Location: Memorial Auditorium 503 North Pine

8:00AM - 11:00AM: Pancake Breakfast

Satisfy your morning appetite with freshly made pancakes!

This event will take place in the St. John Lutheran Activity Center. Please enter from the West Parking Lot; donations appreciated.

Location: St. Johns Lutheran Church Activity Center 304 West 3rd St

8:00AM - 12:00PM: Farmer's Market

Satisfy your appetite for fresh-picked fruits and vegetables by visiting the City of Pittsburg's Farmer's market.

You'll find vendors selling farm-fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, baked goods, while several vendors also sell flowers, small gifts and hot prepared foods to go.

Live Music by Todd East!

Location: 11th Street (Off Broadway)

8:00AM - 12:00PM: Pittsburg Public Library Annual Book Sale

The Annual Friends of the Library Book Sale will be held on Saturday, August 31st, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The sale is open to the public.

The Book Sale will be held outside in the Library’s courtyard and Bookmobile area. Rain cancels the sale.

Proceeds from the Book Sale benefit the Friends of the Library, an organization that purchases library materials and sponsors programs and special events throughout the year, including the Summer Reading Programs for all ages. Shop for a great cause!

Location: Pittsburg Public Library 308 North Walnut

8:00AM - 1:00PM: Little Balkans Days 3 Person Scramble Golf Tournament

Two Day 3 Person Golf Scramble on August 31st & September 1st.  Four Oaks Golf Course - Lincoln Park Cash Prizes!

Location: Four Oaks Golf Course 910 Memorial Drive

September 1, 2024

8:00AM - 1:00PM: Little Balkans Days 3 Person Scramble Golf Tournament

Two Day 3 Person Golf Scramble on September 2nd & 3rd.  Four Oaks Golf Course - Lincoln Park Cash Prizes!

Contact Four Oaks Golf Course at 620-231-8070. Forms Available online.

Location: Four Oaks Golf Course 910 Memorial Drive

1:00PM - 4:00PM: Polka Dance

Enjoy a free community polka dance concert featuring music from the renowned Johnnie Zibert Band!

Location: Meadowbrook Mall 202 Centennial Drive

1:30PM - 3:30PM: Chicken Dinner

Looking for the best-fried chicken and sides in town? Then make sure to stop by our Annual Chicken Dinner event to taste some lip-smacking food from SIX of our area's restaurants to satisfy your cravings. Plus, there will be LIVE Polka music; dancing is not only allowed but encouraged!

Location: Meadowbrook Mall 202 Centennial Drive

PASSPORT EVENT!

5:00PM - 7:00PM: Fishing Derby

Kids 15 years of age and under can enjoy a FREE fishing derby at Lakeside Park; there are lots of prizes available!

We highly recommend arriving early for sign-up.  Registration will be at the Northwest Corner of Lakeside park.

Location: Lakeside Park 201 West 4th St

8:00PM: Sunday Evening Concert

THIS IS A FREE CONCERT FOR PASSPORT HOLDERS!

Purchase your passport now:  Shop | littlebalkansfestival.com

Location: Lincoln Park 813 Memorial Drive JJ Richards Band Dome

Date: August 26 - September 1, 2024

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