Jul 21, 2026
Monument Rocks - Millennial shoot spring 2017 Kansas Tourism, a division within the Kansas Department of Commerce, today announced that applications are open for the Tourism Marketing Grant program. The grants are designed to assist local tourism organizations or attractions in new or first-time innovative marketing initiatives. “Strong tourism marketing…
Read MoreJul 2, 2026
Kansas Tourism is excited to announce the opening of the 2026 Sunflower Summer program and is inviting Kansas families to enjoy a season packed with unforgettable adventures. Created for Kansas students and their families, the Sunflower Summer program offers complimentary admission to more than 230 attractions across the state. The…
Read MoreJun 16, 2026
Come for the renowned Museum at Prairiefire and stay for the shopping, events and food! Prairiefire is an exciting retail and entertainment district that offers a thoughtfully curated mix of boutiques interspersed with seven restaurants and several attractions. Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland and Kansas Tourism today…
Read MoreMay 5, 2026
Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced the return of the popular Sunflower Summer program for the 2026 season, and invited Kansas families to explore the state’s wide variety of attractions. Kansas residents with school-aged children from pre-K through 12th grade are eligible to participate. “Sunflower Summer…
Read MoreApr 8, 2026
https://youtu.be/mCC4NkhCBrQ Kansas Tourism today announced the official designation of the Pony Express Historic Byway, a significant cultural and historic route traversing northern Kansas. This announcement secures the 13th addition to the Kansas Byways Program, further strengthening the state’s network of scenic and historic travel experiences. The Pony Express Historic Byway…
Read MoreMar 20, 2026
The North American Travel Journalists Association (NATJA) has awarded three distinguished honors to Kansas Tourism in their annual awards competition, including the respected Destination of the Year award, underscoring the state’s continued commitment to innovative and effective tourism promotion. Kansas Tourism also was named NATJA’s Destination of the Year in…
Read MoreMar 11, 2026
Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced that $1 million in Attraction Development Grant funding was awarded to support the development and enhancement of tourism projects across Kansas. The Kansas Tourism grant program supports projects that strengthen visitors’ experiences while driving local economic growth through job creation,…
Read MoreJan 29, 2026
Today, January 29, Kansas is celebrating its 165th birthday. To mark this milestone, Kansas Tourism has released a new video showcasing all things Kansas — from iconic scenes to unexpected adventures. The video continues the annual tradition of bringing Kansas Day celebrations out of the classroom and onto social media…
Read MoreJan 22, 2026
Building on the success of its inaugural issue, KANSAS! magazine, an award-winning subscription publication produced by Kansas Tourism, is proud to announce the release of its second annual edition of KANSAS! Kids — a magazine created specifically for Kansas students in fourth through sixth grade. Designed to spark curiosity and…
Read MoreDec 1, 2025
Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced that $100,000 has been awarded to support 20 new tourism marketing projects across Kansas. These projects will help communities elevate their advertising efforts and inspire new visitors to explore the Sunflower State. “Tourism is a powerful driver of economic growth…
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