Step into the magic of the season at Old Town Burlington’s Winter Wonderlights & Christmas Tree Stroll! Over 90,000 lights, 30+ decorated trees, Santa visits, wagon rides, hot cocoa, ice skating, reindeer, and family fun fill this 6.5-acre holiday village in Burlington, CO. Open select nights through Dec. 27—there’s still time to attend this unforgettable small-town Christmas experience. 🎄✨

Christmas magic filled the KXXX Radio studios Tuesday night as Santa Claus himself made a special stop at NWKS Radio to spend two unforgettable hours on the air with Joel Navarro. From 5:30 to 7:30, listeners on 100.3 The Ride and FlyOver Country 97.9 tuned in as Santa read letters, answered questions, and spread holiday cheer across Northwest Kansas.

December 15 through December 25, 2025 The final stretch to Christmas is here, and Northwest Kansas is full of festive fun. From Santa visits and Christmas crafts to caroling, art walks, and holiday traditions, here’s a quick, easy-to-read guide to all the holiday-themed events happening now through Christmas Day in the NWKS Radio listening area.

The 52nd Annual Senior Citizens Holiday Dinner at Goodland High School brought music, tradition, and community together. Over 330 meals were served as students led entertainment, decorations, valet service, and an impressive assembly-line lunch. A beloved Goodland tradition since 1974, the event showcased student leadership and holiday spirit.

Gem Lions Club hosted 71st Pancake Feed

Colby/Thomas County Chamber announced this year's 2025 Colby Light Parade Winners! The judges had a difficult time deciding Saturday night as there were over 20 FANTASTIC entries! This year’s theme- Gingerbread Village- sparked extra sweetness throughout the lineup. From giant gingerbread men decorations to twinkling candy-cane details, many parade entries absolutely nailed the vision, bringing smiles to little ones and grown-ups alike.

The holiday season keeps rolling across Northwest Kansas, and this week brings more Christmas markets, Santa visits, parades, festive concerts, and community traditions. Here’s your quick and easy guide to every event that specifically includes holiday, Christmas, or Santa happening Dec 8–14 across the NWKS Radio listening area.

Colby residents open their homes full of holiday cheer at the Kappa Upsilon's Christmas Home Tours from 2 to 5 on Sunday

Colby’s annual Christmas Light Parade lit up Franklin Ave with a Gingerbread Village theme, festive floats, Santa and Mrs. Claus, holiday music from NWKS Radio, and treats for families. See parade photos and video on NWKS Radio’s Facebook and YouTube. A magical community tradition filled with Christmas cheer!

Northwest Kansas Foundation for Hope launches its 12 Days of Hope fundraiser, supporting cancer patients across nine counties with financial assistance for travel, lodging, and treatment expenses. Bid on donated items December 1–12 and help local families focus on healing, not hardship. Learn how to participate or apply for grants.

Celebrate Christmas in Colby with the annual Light Parade, Chamber Soup Supper, and Santa City at Fike Park. NWKS Radio will broadcast live and stream the parade on Facebook. Enjoy holiday lights, warm soup, Santa visits, and family fun in downtown Colby. Find full Santa schedules and local holiday events on the NWKS Radio Area Events Calendar.

The Colby Community College Jazz Ensemble and Concert Band concert scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 4, has been postponed due to illness. The performance will be rescheduled for a date to be determined during the spring semester. For more information, contact Band Director Michelle Meyer at 460-5519.

The holiday season is rolling across Northwest Kansas, and this week is packed with Christmas fun, Santa visits, festive concerts, parades, and classic small-town traditions. If you’re looking for ways to get into the spirit, here’s your quick guide to all the holiday-specific events happening in the NWKS Radio listening area.

The 5th annual NWKS Radio Christmas Marketplace is officially in the books — and what a weekend it was! Even with the bitter cold, Northwest Kansas showed up in full holiday spirit at the Colby Event Center, filling the south gym with shoppers, vendors, and plenty of Christmas cheer.

As part of our annual Thanksgiving Feast Giveaway, NWKS Radio’s Chad Jones and Addison Stoddard loaded up the groceries—everything needed for a full holiday meal—and delivered them straight to the doorstep of one nominated Colby family. The bags were packed with all the classics: turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, rolls, green bean casserole fixings, a veggie tray, pies, and all the little touches that make Thanksgiving feel like home.

NWKS Radio is paying for everyone to attend the Colby Community College Trojans basketball game at the Colby Event Center on Saturday, Nov 29th as they take on Cowley Community College starting at 1 pm!!! Come enjoy the game and cheer on the Colby Trojans and visit the Christmas Marketplace in the south gym. ALL FOR FREE!

The Colby Community College Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting at 5 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 1, in the Thomas Hall Boardroom.

The holidays are officially underway in Thomas County, and that means big things are happening with the Thomas County Community Foundation. NWKS Radio’s Joel Navarro recently sat down with Foundation Director Jada Tubbs to talk about two major community events: the first-ever Match Day and the long-running, beloved Santa’s Workshop.

GOODLAND, Kan.  – The Fort Hays Tech Northwest Robotics Club hosted its annual Thanksgiving Children’s Carnival on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, welcoming a strong turnout of families from across Sherman County for an evening of fall-themed fun at the Price Convention Center in Goodland. The free community event, held from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., offered a wide range of activities that kept kids busy and smiling throughout the night. Children enjoyed tractor rides, games, crafts, Ide

It’s back — and bigger than Santa’s sleigh! NWKS Radio is teaming up with the Colby Convention & Visitor’s Bureau to bring you the 5th annual Christmas Marketplace, happening Thanksgiving weekend at the Colby Event Center. 🌟 FRIDAY, NOV. 28 — 1 PM to 6 PM 🎁 SATURDAY, NOV. 29 — 10 AM to 4 PM 🎄 SUNDAY, NOV. 30 — 1 PM to 4 PM And yes — it is FREE to shop!