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When you think Dodge City, you probably think of Wyatt Earp and . and Saloons. The general stores to wide open spaces to explore. In Dodge City, , the legend of the old west still lives on, partnered with the new west just waiting to be discovered. From the Longhorn Cattle Drive to the Long Branch Saloon to the Long Branch Lagoon Water Park, the days in Dodge City are long on fun.

If you have additional questions about the "Queen of Cowtowns" and to view our restaurant listings, please check out www.visitdodgecity.org or stop by the Visitor Information Center located at 400 W. Wyatt Earp Blvd.

We are here to make your visit to the old west a memorable one. We have plenty of attractions that will transport you back in time to the “Wickedest Little City in America,” and the inspiration for the television show .

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Front Street, Dodge City (1874)

The , opened in 1821 by William as the wildest town on the . Such Becknell, became a great commercial route between notable lawmen as and Wyatt Earp Franklin, , and Santa Fe, , until became legends in their own time as they fought to 1880. Thousands of wagons traveled the Mountain bring law and order to the streets of Dodge City. Branch of the trail that went west from Dodge City During those first years, the population varied along the north bank of the into according to the season, swelling during the summer . For those willing to risk the dangers with the influx of cowboys, buyers, gamblers, and of waterless sandhills, a shorter route called the prostitutes. Business, dance halls, and saloons catered “Cimarron Cutoff” crossed the river near Dodge City to the trade. and went southwest to the Cimarron River. The town thrived and its populace of buffalo Fort Dodge was established in 1865 on the Santa hunters, railroad workers, soldiers, and drifters “settled Fe Trail, midway between two major Indian crossings their differences” in shoot-outs. Lawlessness reigned, on the Arkansas River. It was an important outpost on creating the need for a burial place, Hill Cemetery. the western frontier; offering protection to wagon trains For six years Dodge City had no official cemetery. and serving as a supply base for troops engaged in Those who had friends, enough money, or sufficient the Native American wars. , and other standing in the community were buried in the post Plains tribes inhabited the area, and wild game was cemetery at Fort Dodge. Others, penniless or unknown, abundant including vast herds of buffalo. were buried where it was convenient to dig a hole. Boot Dodge City was founded in 1872, just five miles Hill Cemetery, now a part of downtown Dodge City, is west of Fort Dodge on the edge of the military the most famous burial ground in all western lore, even reservation. It quickly became a trade center for though it was only used until 1878. travelers and buffalo hunters. The same year, the Fort Dodge was closed in 1882, and by 1886, the railroad reached Dodge City, assuring its continued cattle drives had ended. An illustrious period of history existence and making it a major shipping point. An was over, but the legend lives on in Dodge City’s estimated 850,000 buffalo hides were shipped from historic preservation of its romantic and internationally Dodge City in the years 1872 to 1874. famous past. By 1875, the buffalo were gone as a source of — Kansas Heritage Center revenue, but the Longhorn cattle of Texas soon took their place. From 1875 to 1886, over 5,000,000 cattle were driven up the Western Trail from Texas to Dodge City. Cowboys from the cattle drives had more than a little influence in establishing Dodge City’s reputation

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Horses & Covered Wagon, Dodge City Air Services Visitors may take Los Paisanos Autobus Inc. to Dodge City and then down the road after their visit. Dodge City Regional Airport 100 Airport Rd. | (620) 225-8170 Dodge City Public Transportation dodgecity.org/airport 101 E. Wyatt Earp Blvd. | (620) 225-8119 The Dodge City Regional Airport, partnered with Getting around the local area is extremely easy United and operated by SkyWest, offers services thanks to Dodge City Public Transportation with to and from with connections to the rest of three local fixed bus routes. the world. Local taxi services are available, as well as Uber Crott’s Aircraft Service Inc. and Lyft drivers. Visit our website for a list of 102 Airport Rd. | (620) 227-3553 providers. crottsaircraft.com Crotts Aircraft Service is a fixed base operation. With highly trained staff and a full-service facility, Crotts Aircraft Service can expedite your travel with the utmost attention to detail. Train Service Amtrak 101 W. Wyatt Earp Blvd. | 1-800-USA RAIL amtrak.com Amtrak’s Southwest Chief, running between and Chicago, makes a stop in the heart of Wichita 154 miles 2 3/4 hours Downtown Dodge City. Hutchinson 123 miles 2 hours Kansas City 333 miles 5 1/4 hours Bus Denver 364 miles 6 hours Colorado Springs 314 miles 5 1/4 hours Los Paisanos Auto Bus Inc / La Tapatia City 253 miles 4 1/2 hours 614 E. Wyatt Earp Blvd. | (620) 338-8894 Santa Fe 420 miles 6 3/4 hours lospaisanosautobuses.com Dallas 458 miles 7 1/2 hours

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Boot Hill Museum Front Street (1960- Postcard ) Exploring the History Kansas and has been renovated to the period of the 1910s. The Twin Sundials were built in 1897, Coronado Cross then refurbished in 1928. They were constructed 11666 US-400 for the passengers on waiting trains to know the Six miles to the east of Dodge time in both central and mountain time zones. City, you will find the 38 foot tall Coronado Cross. This marks the spot where Spanish explorer Francisco Vasquez de Coronado is said to have crossed the Arkansas River in search of the fabled “” in 1541. Historic Dodge City Walking Tour | Fort Dodge and the Dodge City Trail of Fame Kansas Veterans’ 400 W. Wyatt Earp Blvd. | (620) 225-8186 Cemetery Guided Tours - Charlie Meade | (620) 253-9231 5 miles east on Hwy 400 The Historic Dodge City Walking Tour partnered (620) 227-2121 ext 111 with the Dodge City Trail of Fame to highlight A quick trip five miles east more than 29 medallions set in the sidewalk, of town will take you to Fort which are dedicated to the famous Dodge and the Kansas people of Dodge City, both historic Veterans’ Cemetery. The Fort served as a supply and fictional. The tour also takes you depot and base of operations against Native by several sculptures where guests American threats from 1865-1882. It now serves can revisit the heroes of the past. our veterans as the Kansas Soldiers’ Home. The sculptures including Wyatt Earp, Doc Holliday, fictional character Historic Santa Fe Depot and Twin Marshal Matt Dillon, and El Capitan. Sundials There are many locations of interest 101 W. Wyatt Earp Blvd. to see during the walking tour such Dodge City’s Santa Fe Depot opened in 1898 and as the Santa Fe Depot and the housed a Fred Harvey Hotel and the El Vaquero Hinkle House. Storyboards that tell dining room. It is the largest rail depot building in the stories of the Mexican Village,

1-800-OLD-WEST ATTRACTIONS Museum 500 W. Wyatt Earp Blvd. | (620) 227-8188 | boothill.org Relive the Legend of Dodge City and walk down the boardwalk of Front Street at the Boot Hill Museum. Located on site of the Boot Hill Cemetery, the museum chronicles the establishment of a rough and rowdy cattle town. It houses over 60,000 artifacts from Old West times. Enjoy a cold sarsaparilla in the Long Branch Saloon or some delicious fudge from the General Store. In the summer, witness gunfight reenactments, enjoy a delicious country-style dinner followed by the Variety Show starring Miss Kitty and her girls at the Long Branch Saloon. The museum is open year- round, but closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. the importance of the 100th Meridian Marker, Mueller-Schmidt House Museum and the beautiful Gospel Hill Churches. Don’t Home of Stone forget to marvel at the Stan Herd murals, located 112 E. Vine St. | (620) 227-6791 throughout downtown. And be certain to visit La This 1881 three-story native limestone residence Salsa Man, created by the late actor is filled with original furnishings and is the oldest and Dodge City native, . home in Dodge City, on its original location. This home was one of the most splendid homes of its Kansas Heritage Center time. It is listed on the National Register of Historic 1001 N. 2nd Ave. | (620) 225-0248 Places. It also contains a gallery dedicated to the Located on the lower level of the Dodge City pioneer women of Ford County. Public Library, the Kansas Heritage Center is a nonprofit social studies resource center in Dodge City. The emphasis is history, especially the , the Great Plains, and the Old West. A research library of books, microfilm, and vertical file materials is maintained at the Center.

Kansas Teachers’ Hall of Fame and Wax Museum Santa Fe Trail Ruts 603 5th Ave. | (620) 225-7311 9 miles west on Hwy 50 / 400 teachershallfamedodgecityks.org Stand out on this undisturbed prairie and imagine The first of its kind in the , the the courage of our early settlers. The original Kansas Teachers’ Hall of Fame gallery pays wagon trail used by pioneers from 1821 to 1872 is tribute to this profession. Visit an “old-time” still visible. The Santa Fe Trail Rut site is listed on one-room schoolhouse from the 1800s. Take a the National Register of Historic Sites. look at a variety of school memorabilia. Housed in this same facility, you will find the Gunfighters Wax Museum. Explore life-size wax figures of famous western personalities of the men and women who made Dodge City famous.

VISITDODGECITY.ORG ATTRACTIONS Historic Trolley Tour 400 W. Wyatt Earp Blvd. | (620) 225-8186 | visitdodgecity.org As an excellent start to your visit, this hour-long tour gives an excellent overview of Dodge City. The tour includes sites where history was made and other attractions you will want to visit; Fort Dodge, the Mueller-Schmidt House, and Gospel Hill to name a few. You will travel through historic Downtown Dodge and out to the ever important cattle and agriculture industry. Tours are available from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.

Entertainment United Wireless Arena 4100 W. St. | (620) 371-7390 Dodge City Raceway Park unitedwirelessarena.com 11322 110 Rd. | (620) 225-3277 Bringing great entertainment to Southwest dodgecityraceway.com Kansas, United Wireless Arena is top-notch. Adrenaline junkies will With concerts and events held get their fill at the 3/8 here all year-round, there is mile dirt racetrack. Dodge something for everyone in the City Raceway Park hosts lineup. thousands of racing fans each season and boasts an impressive racing schedule. Feature events include; Driver’s Appreciation Night and Sprint Car Nationals. Racing Season runs April through September. ARTS SCENE

Long Branch Lagoon Water Park 2nd Ave Art Guild 608 N. 2nd Ave. | (620) 255-1447 111 4th Ave. | (620) 225-8156 | lblagoon.com Cool off after traveling the dirt 2ndaveartguild.com The 2nd Ave Art Guild is comprised of a group trails at the western-themed of area artists who are dedicated to creating a outdoor water park, Long Branch greater awareness of the visual arts. The artwork Lagoon. With over 27,000 square includes oil painting, ceramics, fabric, wood, feet of outdoor fun, an exciting paper, metals, jewelry, leather, family aquatic adventure awaits watercolor, charcoal, and pen and you. Float along Creek, ink. Subject matter ranges from relax and feel the waves at the abstract to realistic. Come in and visit Wrangler Rapids wave pool, rip down Doc’s the gallery, and we are positive you Plunge, or have your breath taken away at the will find something you love. If you Gunslinger slide. Don’t forget Fort Splash, the are looking for a gift or a unique piece shallow water pool and play area. Swim laps, to add to your collection, you might climb the wall, or enjoy the diving board and just find it here! platform in an Olympic sized lap pool.

1-800-OLD-WEST ATTRACTIONS Boot Hill Casino & Resort 4000 W. Comanche St. | (620) 682-7777 boothillcasino.com

Boot Hill Casino & Resort, in historic Dodge City, allows you to sit at the gaming tables just like Doc Holliday, Wyatt Earp, and Bat Masterson once did. Boot Hill Casino & Resort features over hundreds of slot machines, along with a high limit room and table games including Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, Mississippi Stud Poker, 3-Card Poker, Ultimate Texas Hold’em, 21+3, and Live Omaha Poker, plus delicious dining at Firesides.

Carnegie Center for the Arts Craft Drinks 701 N. 2nd Ave. | (620) 225-6388 Originally an Andrew Carnegie Library, the Boot Hill Distillery building’s history will fascinate those who enter 501 W. Spruce St. | (620) 371-6309 the door on the corner. Featuring a round, boothilldistillery.com second-story gallery, this Forged in the dust and crafted by artisan distillers, unique home to the Dodge Dodge City’s legacy was built City Arts Council provides on the ashes of the campfire gallery space and a small and the footprints of a bar. gift shop for local artisans. From soil to sip, the owners are proud to be continuing Depot Theater that legacy here at Boot Hill 201 E. Wyatt Earp Blvd. | (620) 225-1001 Distillery. Come in for a tour depottheater.com and a taste of western Kansas' first craft distillery. The magnificent Santa Fe Depot building is home to the Depot Theater. For more Dodge City Brewing than three decades, the theater 701 3rd Ave. | (620) 371-3999 has been Dodge City’s “Broadway dodgecitybrewing.com on the Prairie,” offering a state-of- Dodge City Brewing is southwest Kansas’ first the-art dinner theater, and cutting- craft brewery and is located in historic downtown edge “Side Track” productions. Dodge City. Our taproom features our own locally brewed Final Fridays beer. To satisfy your hunger, we Facebook @FinalFridaysinDodgeCity have brick-oven pizza featuring The final Friday of every month, Dodge City’s house-made and hand-stretched performing and visual arts take over downtown dough, as well as house-made for an evening of fun, art, spirits, and fellowship, red sauce. Bring your friends making our downtown come alive. and family for a visit, enjoy our delicious pizza, and sample our tasty craft beers.

VISITDODGECITY.ORG ATTRACTIONS Dodge City Parks 400 W. Wyatt Earp Blvd. | (620) 225-8186 dodgecity.org/68/Parks-Facilities Visitors can enjoy outdoor activities in one of our 23 parks, including picnic areas, shelters, ballparks, walking /bicycling trails, disc golf, pickleball, tennis courts, a rose garden, and more. For information finding the park "just right for you," please visit the Visitor Information Center.

Recreation start to the south of the lot and wind through the woods and meadows at the headlands of the lake. Dodge City Country Club 1900 Country Club Drive Mariah Hills Golf Course (620) 225-5231 1800 Matt Down Rd. | (620) 225-8182 Dodge City Country Club is a beautiful 18-hole mariahhillsgolf.com course that is excellent for all skill levels. The This public course has everything a golfer needs Country Club has a reciprocating guest policy. from a bright and spacious clubhouse to a professionally manicured 18 hole, par 71 course. Dodge City YMCA Rolling bluegrass fairways and bent grass greens 240 San Jose | (620) 225-8157 set against the native beauty of the high plains, If you are looking for a place to be active during provide a fun yet challenging experience. your stay in Dodge City, the Dodge City YMCA has daily fees for letting you participate in one of their many activities. You can enjoy the indoor pool, gymnasium, weight and fitness room, or the aerobics facilities.

Ford County Lake Trail Ride 3 miles north, 5 miles east | (620) 227-8609 Wright Park, Liberty Garden, and This lake features a trail system that was Wright Park Zoo designed and built by volunteers from Golden 71 N. 2nd Ave. | (620) 225-8160 Belt Bicycle group. The trails consist of roughly Unwind and relax under a shade tree or picnic 11 miles of twisty singletrack that carries riders in one of the many shelters in Wright Park. As through trees, brush, and gyprock formations the largest park in the City, you will find many along the lakeshore. The trails are fairly technical, gems located here. On the southwest side of the with many obstacles such as logs, roots, and park, you will find Wright Park Zoo and also an trees, as well as a few short climbs and descents. enclosed section for an off-leash dog park. On A plus is a “playground” area in an old gravel pit. the east side, you will find a 1934 WPA Bandshell The trails begin at 116th Road, three-quarters of project and several memorials, including Liberty a mile south of Garnett Road. There is a parking Garden commemorating the events of September lot located on the east side of the road. The trails 11, 2001.

1-800-OLD-WEST ATTRACTIONS Immaculate Heart of Mary Church Located in Windhorst, Kansas | (620) 385-2326

The first church at Windthorst was built in the spring of 1879, with the first mass celebrated on Easter Sunday. The growth of the parish was steady and strong, and by 1892, the need for a larger church was urgent. A second church was constructed in 1892, for a cost of $1,087, serving more than 200 patrons. At the 1913 dedication, it was declared as one of the finest buildings in western Kansas. Bishop Hennessy told the congregation at the dedication mass and ceremony “that they had erected one of the greatest tributes of gratitude and faith in the west.”

Movie Theaters Other Points of Interest B & B Dodge City Village 8 Theater Fire Bell Park 2601 Central Ave. | (620) 227-7469 201 Soule St. | Dodge City Fire Station #1 bbtheatres.com/location/dodge-city-village-8 Fire Bell Park is dedicated to firefighters who have Village 8 Theater will surround you in luxury as served the City of Dodge City past and present. you’ll be blown away by the reclining seats and state of the art projection screens. With eight Longhorn Park different shows, there is always something to see. East on Hwy 50/56 at Airport Rd. The renovated lobby area hosts concessions with A small herd of longhorn the best snacks around and a bar area that serves cattle, in Longhorn Park, adult beverages. commemorating Dodge City’s role in the cattle South Drive-In Theater drives. 1019 McArtor Rd. | (620) 225-4301 Facebook @SouthDodgeDriveIn Travel back to yesteryear at Kansas’ oldest operating outdoor cinema. First lit back in 1947, Southwest Kansas Veterans’ the South Drive-In is an old-fashioned solo screen Memorial drive-in, with a capacity for up to 300 cars. It is 909 13th Ave. open seasonally, April through October on the The local VFW is home to the only veterans’ weekends. memorial containing both armed forces and reservists.

VISITDODGECITY.ORG ATTRACTIONS Main Street Dodge City (620) 227-9501 | mainstreetdodgecity.org Stroll the streets of old Dodge City and have a unique shopping and sightseeing experience. Just steps from the historic Boot Hill Museum, you’ll find unique shopping with historic locations of interest, custom metal art banners, art studios, and souvenirs. Local flavor dining is also found in the area. Downtown Dodge City is waiting to welcome you!

Dodge City Farmer’s Market Dodge City hosts events throughout the Front Street between 1st and 2nd Ave. year, see the Annual Events section for Early Saturday mornings during the growing more details. season, downtown Dodge City comes alive with fresh produce and homemade products. It’s a great way to get fresh and healthy seasonal produce grown locally. It’s a place to meet neighbors and chat while getting needed groceries and enjoying an outdoor walk through historic downtown Dodge City! Check it out from the first Saturday in June through the first frost of the fall. The market is open from 7:00 a.m. to noon.

Main Street Festival (2019)

Dodge City International Festival (2020)

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World Premiere "Dodge City," Dodge Theater (1939)

Boot Hill Museum Long Branch Lagoon Water Park 500 W. Wyatt Earp Blvd. | (620) 227-8188 111 4th Ave. | (620) 225-8156 | lblagoon.com boothill.org The Long Branch Lagoon gives a unique Boot Hill Museum presents a unique atmosphere opportunity for corporate mixers and meetings, with Old West flair for groups and special as well as swim meets. This one-of-a-kind facility will leave your attendees with a lasting memory events and can also cater to business meetings, of their time in Dodge City. It is a great place corporate retreats, weddings, family reunions, or for families to enjoy a day of water fun. There is special events. something for all ages to do.

Dodge City Civic Center Legends Park 2110 1st Ave. | (620) 371-1001 600 W. Ross Blvd. | (620) 225-8160 The Dodge City Civic Center is an excellent dodgecity.org/490/Legends-Park entertaining arena for Southwest Kansas. This arena Legends Park is the premier, turf infield, four-diamond hosts USD 443 events, as well as concerts and other softball/baseball tournament location in Western community functions. The Center holds 2,700 with Kansas. Each year Legends is host to multiple additional floor seating, events, attracting hundreds of teams. With excellent locker rooms, concessions, sightlines, covered seating, huge dugouts, a children’s and other site amenities. It is playground, concession area, and more. also the home to the Dodge City Public School District’s office.

Hoover Pavilion 108 4th Ave. | (620) 225-8160 Located in Wright Park, the Hoover Pavilion, renovated in early Art Deco style, is perfect for special events, meetings, and weddings. Seating capacity is up to 250 people with an elevated stage and a warming kitchen. Tables and chairs are also available.

VISITDODGECITY.ORG VENUES Dodge City Roundup 608 14th Ave. | (620) 225-2244 | dodgecityroundup.org

What would the Queen of the Cowtowns be without a quality outdoor arena? Dodge City Roundup Rodeo is host to and other related events in a big way. The annual Roundup PRCA Rodeo has been selected number one numerous times by the industry professionals, and that can’t happen without a great committee. Roundup Rodeo is home to the Kansas High School Rodeo in April, Rodeo in May, Roundup PRCA Rodeo in August, and the Kansas Professional Rodeo Association Finals in September, as well as many roping and timed events throughout the year.

St. Mary Sports Complex Western State Bank Expo Center 240 San Jose | (620) 225-8155 11333 Hwy. 283 | (620) 338-8384 St. Mary Sports Complex is a top-notch sports westernstatebankexpo.com complex with great fields, and multiple amenities The Western State Bank Expo Center can host a wide all wrapped into an aesthetically appealing site. range of events from business meetings to seminars, The complex features; six full-size soccer fields, tradeshows to indoor equine events. It is home to the three junior-sized soccer 3i SHOW, a premier Agri-business trade show, as well fields, three youth football as many other events. It’s a great facility with nearly fields, a baseball practice 170,000 indoor square feet of both concrete (90,000 field, Cavalier Baseball Field, sq. ft.) and dirt floors (76,500 sq.ft.) and over 1,000,000 a playground, ample parking, square feet of outdoor space equipped with electricity restrooms, and concessions. for display. This jewel of a facility is busy with events you won’t want to miss. United Wireless Arena and Boot Hill Casino & Resort Conference Center 4100 W. Comanche St. | (620) 371-7390 unitedwirelessarena.com United Wireless Arena and Boot Hill Casino & Resort Conference Center are state-of-the-art multi-purpose facilities. They host a variety of events and are located adjacent to the Boot Hill Casino & Resort. The Conference Center features 7,000 square feet of flexible space to accommodate a wide variety of meetings and There are many additional venues in town; events. The Arena hosts not only concerts and a from lodging facilities with meeting spaces multitude of entertainment productions, but also a to local businesses. For a full list of meeting Junior Hockey League. spaces, please contact the Dodge City Convention and Visitors Bureau (620) 225-8191.

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Buffalo hunter, Charles Rath on a stack of buffalo hides (1878)

Demon Lake HorseThief Reservior 2201 W. Ross Blvd. | (620) 227-1611 19005 SW, KS-156 Jetmore | (620) 253-8464 This pond, located on the Dodge City High horsethiefreservior.com School campus is a catch-and-release program HorseThief Reservoir is located 20 miles north of bluegill, catfish, and bass. Starting as an effort of Dodge City. Visitors can enjoy pleasure to educate students about outdoor activities this boating, water skiing, sail boating, windsurfing, area is also open to the public. Youth must be kayaking, canoeing, and stand-up paddleboards. present with a licensed adult to fish. Fishing at this facility offers crappie, largemouth bass, catfish, walleye, and bluegill. Daily permit Dodge City Ford County Wildlife required. Office Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Lake Charles Tourism | 1001 McArtor Rd. | (620) 227-8609 2501 N. 14th Ave. | (620) 227-8609 ksoutdoors.com Located on the Dodge City Community College Dodge City and Ford County offer outdoor campus grounds, this small lake is a place to enthusiasts a variety of hunting opportunities. get outdoors, fish a little, walk a little, and enjoy These include pheasant, quail, deer, turkey, and nature. Motorized boating is not allowed. others. With welcoming guides, accommodating lodging hosts, and acres of public land, Ford Mariah Hills Golf Course Pond County is a hunter’s haven. Plan an outdoor 1800 Matt Down Lane | (620) 225-8182 adventure today and experience our world-class This pond is located on the golf course. It is open hunting, beautiful vistas, and old west hospitality. to the public but motorized boating is not allowed.

Ford County State Fishing Lake 3 miles north, 5 miles east | (620) 227-8609 Ford County State Fishing Lake is located northeast of Dodge City. This lake features 48 surface acres of water. Fishing that offers bass, bluegill, channel catfish and largemouth bass.

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Boot Hill Museum Front Street (1966)

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JANUARY AUGUST Tournament of Champions Dodge City Days SPIAA Basketball Tournament PRCA Rodeo Southwest Kansas Winter Expo Cattle Drive Boot Hill Museum Summer Events FEBRUARY Historic Trolley Tours Shrine Circus SEPTEMBER MARCH Octoberfest KSHSAA Basketball Tournament Kansas Pro Rodeo Association Finals 3i SHOW Dodge City International Festival

APRIL OCTOBER Dodge City Raceway Park Season Opens Wild West Bowl 6-Man Championship Softball / Baseball Tournament Season Trick or Treat Downtown Opens Ice Skating at United Wireless Arena High School Rodeo Young Guns Youth Rodeo Season Opens KSHSAA Volleyball Tournament MAY Cinco de Mayo Events NOVEMBER Little Britches Rodeo Kansas Cowboy Hall of Fame Induction Historic Trolley Tours Open Ice Skating at United Wireless Arena Boot Hill Museum Summer Season Opens Pheasant Season Contest Opens- National Travel and Tourism Week Bounty Bird and Rooster Roundup National Train Day Veterans Day Celebrations Events Parade of Lights & Chili Cook-off JUNE Boot Hill Museum Summer Events DECEMBER Historic Trolley Tours Ice Skating at United Wireless Arena Farmers Market Opens Breakfast with Santa at Boot Hill Museum Main Street Festival Christmas Celebrations Dodge City A’s Season Opens

JULY EVENTS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR Old Fashioned Fourth of July United Wireless Arena Boot Hill Museum Summer Events Depot Theater National Day of the Cowboy Final Friday Historic Trolley Tours Ford County Fair Dodge City Days For complete listing of events: www.visitdodgecity.org/calendar

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Lora-Locke Hotel, Dodge City

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