I know we’re all a little eager to get a jump start on the holiday season, but November is a good time to take a breather first. Relax, slow down a little, and enjoy local offerings in town before the busy season really kicks in. Here’s a look at some of our Hometown Happenings for November, and be sure to check out the other events to keep on your radar at the bottom!
Kansas Half Marathon and 5K
South Park | November 1
It’s marathon season! The Kansas Half Marathon and 5K is coming back to Lawrence at the start of the moth. Runners can choose between a half marathon and 5k, and kids are welcome to join the Kids Fun Run. The race will take participants through Lawrence before finishing downtown. This year’s theme is “Built for the Long Run” and celebrates our state reptile, the box turtle! Proceeds from the marathon support Heartland Community Health Center.
Lights, Football, Community: Haskell Memorial Stadium Turns 100
Watkins Museum of History | Ongoing
This is part of an ongoing exhibit at the Watkins running through January, but now is a good time to go see it before the holidays get busy. The exhibit tells the story of the traveling football team that didn’t have a place to call home, and how support for the team turned into one of the largest Intertribal gatherings in history.
Take Me For A Ride Storytime
Lawrence Public Library | November 3 and 6
This is one of the more popular events for storytime at the Lawrence Public Library. These sessions on November 3 and 6 will feature, stories, songs, and crafts about public transportation. But the real treat is the end of storytime finishing with taking the kids for a ride on one of the Lawrence city buses. If you’ve got a little one at home, this could potentially turn into a core memory for them (it did with my kids!).
Lyle Lovett and his acoustic group
Lied Center of Kansas | November 12
Lyle Lovett will be bringing songs from his extensive discography when he stops by the Lied Center of Kansas this month with his acoustic group. The Texas-based musician known for his knack for storytelling and ability to span genres from country and swing to jazz and blues will be a special occasion for newer and die-hard fans alike.
The 24th Annual Harp Guitar Gathering
Liberty Hall | November 15
Get ready to see a whole lotta harp guitar, Lawrence. The annual Harp Guitar Gathering is known to take place all over the country, with many attendees coming from across the globe. But this year, we’ll see it in Lawrence. The goal of the event is to promote a greater understanding of the unique and highly regarded instrument while bringing some of the best performers around together for workshops, masterclasses, and discussions. It’s being held at Liberty Hall, where legendary harp guitarist Michael Hedges recorded “Because It’s There.”
Yung Gravy
Liberty Hall | November 24
You can’t really put Yung Gravy in a box. The rapper specializes in trap music, but is clearly influenced by soul, hip-hop, and comedy. The multi-platinum viral artist tends to put on shows that give everyone the warm fuzzies with constant upbeat vibes and high energy. Listen, Lawrence. This is NOT a show to be missed. Grab your ticket early because this one will sell out. Peep his latest release below:
