TRY OUT LIFE IN

MCPHERSON COUNTY, KANSAS

Stay to Stay Weekend | October 3-5, 2019

Have you ever wondered what life would be like in McPherson County? Allow us to help you explore the possibilities.

Spend a weekend with us, personalized to your lifestyle and interests. We’ll create an itinerary that connects you with business and industry representatives, realtors, and like-minded peers who have made McPherson County their home.

BUILD YOUR ITINERARY

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3

Get settled in at your hotel, enjoy a great meal at one of our local dining establishments.

Be sure to take advantage of our discounted Stay to Stay room block by registering by September 25. These rooms are limited, so act fast to reserve at a discounted rate of $89 per night.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4

INDUSTRY TOURS

8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Tour the facilities of more than a dozen industrial employers in McPherson County and network with company leaders throughout the day.

WELCOME RECEPTION

Friday Evening

Meet and mingle with community members and learn what it’s like to live and work in McPherson County. If you plan on attending our welcome reception, please RSVP here, and you’ll receive location details.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5

There’s always a lot happening in McPherson County, and this weekend is no exception! Be sure to spend some time exploring the following events:

KANSAS BARN SALE

Join vendors and shoppers from all over the Midwest as they converge on McPherson for this huge event. Find all of the antique or vintage items you could ever imagine in McPherson on Saturday.

BURNIN’ DOWN MAIN COOK-OFF

Sample a variety of soup, chili, and desserts before submitting your vote during this annual contest held at McPherson’s Downtown Plaza.

26TH ANNUAL MOUNTAIN MAN RENDEZVOUS

Learn about what life on the prairie was like in the mid-1800s while experiencing the beauty at Maxwell Wildlife Refuge.

ROCKTOBERFEST

Enjoy free range demos, live music, free food, a huge storewide sale, and be sure to check out the 2nd Amendment Corvette on display at the Treasure Chest Gun Shop and Indoor Range’s Customer Appreciation Day.

BUILD YOUR ITINERARY

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3

Get settled in at your hotel, enjoy a great meal at one of our local dining establishments.

Be sure to take advantage of our discounted Stay to Stay room block by registering by September 25. These rooms are limited, so act fast to reserve at a discounted rate.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4

INDUSTRY TOURS

8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Tour the facilities of more than a dozen industrial employers in McPherson County and network with company leaders throughout the day.

WELCOME RECEPTION

Friday Evening

Meet and mingle with community members and learn what it’s like to live and work in McPherson County. If you plan on attending our welcome reception, please RSVP here, and you’ll receive location details.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5

There’s always a lot happening in McPherson County, and this weekend is no exception! Be sure to spend some time exploring the following events:

KANSAS BARN SALE

Join vendors and shoppers from all over the Midwest as they converge on McPherson for this huge event. Find all of the antique or vintage items you could ever imagine in McPherson on Saturday.

BURNIN’ DOWN MAIN COOK-OFF

Sample a variety of soup, chili, and desserts before submitting your vote during this annual contest held at McPherson’s Downtown Plaza.

26TH ANNUAL MOUNTAIN MAN RENDEZVOUS

Learn about what life on the prairie was like in the mid-1800s while experiencing the beauty at Maxwell Wildlife Refuge.

ROCKTOBERFEST

Enjoy free range demos, live music, free food, a huge storewide sale, and be sure to check out the 2nd Amendment Corvette on display at the Treasure Chest Gun Shop and Indoor Range’s Customer Appreciation Day.

REFRESHING LIFESTYLE

Quaint restaurants, shops and entertainment abound throughout McPherson County, giving your employees just the right balance to the work week. That’s not to mention the “big city” amenities just an hour away in Wichita.

OUTDOORSMEN

McPherson County is prime hunting territory for deer, turkey, pheasant and other wild game. Enjoy time at McPherson State Fishing lake, or watch the buffalo and elk herds at Maxwell Game Preserve.

FAMILIES

Young families love McPherson’s water park, library, and wide variety of youth sports and cultural activities. The five school districts and two Christian private schools offer a variety of strong educational choices.

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS

Our industrial base has created an active group of young adults who work hard and play hard. They like to keep our local watering holes (and bowling leagues) hopping

CULTURE LOVERS

McPherson County is home to Lindsborg, our “little Sweden USA” tourism treasure. Both McPherson and Lindsborg regularly host regional and national touring entertainment, as well as foster an active community for visual arts, music and theater productions.

EXPLORE OUR
COMMUNITIES

Each town has a unique personality and traditions—ranging from Swedish culture in Lindsborg and Marquette, to German Mennonite heritage in Inman and Moundridge. McPherson’s position as a regional center of commerce provides easy access to shopping, dining, higher education, health care, recreation, and amenities.

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WELCOME HOME

Won’t you be our neighbor? Whether you’re in the market for an existing home, or itching to build the house of your dreams, many communities in McPherson County offer financial incentives to help you along the way.