Osawatomie
Chamber of Commerce
Signature Events
The City of Osawatomie celebrates each year with four spectacular Signature Events
June 19 - 21, 2025
The nostalgic John Brown Jamboree kicks off the summer season and features a classic Thursday night parade down Main Street, a bounce house carnival, a car show, and so much more. Fill the weekend with the contests, artist and crafter fair, and family-friendly entertainment
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September 20 - 21, 2025
Osawatomie’s history comes alive each September with the Freedom Festival. John Brown Memorial Park hosts this two-day event featuring Civil War-era reenactments, handcrafts, music and food.
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June 28, 2025
The Lights on the Lake festival celebrates America’s independence. This event offers lakeside fun that keeps the entertainment going all day long and is topped off by an evening of larger-than-life fireworks that are set to music in a grand display over the lake.
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October 11, 2025
October has the perfect cycling weather to explore the Flint Hill Trail! This event offers a selection of trail rides to chose from, a BBQ feast, and a T-shirt featuring the iconic John Brown.
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Other regular or special community events and activities can be found on our Events page