Nov 05, 2026

Hays area community events in November

Posted Nov 05, 2026 10:45 AM
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Month of November – Throughout Hays Big Brothers Big Sisters will have their annual toy drive, serving toys to approximately 100-150 kids. Donate a new toy for children ages 5 to 18 years of age. For more information contact Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ellis County.

November 5th – This Thursday Kiwanis Club of Hays will host their annual Veterans/Active-Duty Military/Reservists and National Guardsmen Appreciation Luncheon. Hosted at the Hilton Garden Inn, north of I70 in Hays, Honoring all who served from 11:30am to 1:00pm.

November 6th – Join Hays Med Volunteer Corner Gift Shop for their open house this Friday from 9am to 6pm, right inside Hays Medical Center.

November 7th – Hays Public Library Foundation Wine & Cheese Fundraiser happening this Saturday, November 7th – Guest Speaker Al Struttman owner of Moburts spices and more. Tickets are only $40 and can be purchased at hayspubliclibrary.org/event.

November 8th – TMP-Marian PTF Soup Supper will be this Sunday, November 8th from 4:30pm to 6:30pm at TMP. Enjoy Chilis, Green Bean Dumpling, Sandwiches and Cinnamon rolls. It’s free will donation and all proceeds support classroom and student scholarships. Dine in or carry out will be available.

November 12th – Holiday Open Houses start up on Thursday November 12th in downtown Hays starting at 10am.

November 13th – This Friday, November 13th come enjoy Gastby Gala for Mason’s Mourning Light Foundation, hosted at The Strand Event Center in Hays from 6 to 11pm.

November 14th – Dorrance Steak Feed – The American Legion in Dorrance will host a steak feed on Saturday November 14th. Social hour will begin at 5:30pm with meal served at 6:30pm. 12 or 6oz Ribeye and fixins’. 6oz meal is only $20 and 12oz meal is $25. Cold beer and drinks will be available. Carry out orders are available. Proceed will go to the help the Dorrance American Legion.

November 20th & 21st – Veterans Claims and Resources Event at Hays Armory 200 Main Street, Hays, KS on Friday and Saturday the 20th & 21st

November 28th -  Saturday November 28th Stem Harvest will host their 5th Annual Hometown Holiday from 6 to 8pm. Stem Harvest is on Main Street in Hays in the same building location as Coldstone Creamery. This is a free family event that brings the North Pole to Main Street Hays with fun, festive activities for all ages

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