The Gatehouse Kansas Hideaway Things to Do

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The Gatehouse Kansas Hideaway Things to Do

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Get To Know the Winfield Area
Hello, Winfield, Kansas' hometown theme is "Neighbors Helping Neighbors". What a perfect way to describe this area! Winfield is the county seat of Cowley County Kansas which was originally named Hunter County. Our county is abundant with habitat for all kinds of wildlife to observe and enjoy as well as appreciating the historic architecture of town. Selected as #56 in the 1993 edition of The 100 Best SMALL TOWNS in AMERICA, it is located where the rolling Flint Hills meet the lush scenery of the Arkansas River lowlands, offering scenery like you never knew existed in Kansas. Come and see it for yourself!
Winfield
Hello, Winfield, Kansas' hometown theme is "Neighbors Helping Neighbors". What a perfect way to describe this area! Winfield is the county seat of Cowley County Kansas which was originally named Hunter County. Our county is abundant with habitat for all kinds of wildlife to observe and enjoy as well as appreciating the historic architecture of town. Selected as #56 in the 1993 edition of The 100 Best SMALL TOWNS in AMERICA, it is located where the rolling Flint Hills meet the lush scenery of the Arkansas River lowlands, offering scenery like you never knew existed in Kansas. Come and see it for yourself!

Neighborhoods

Winfield has a wonderful parks system with multiple neighborhood parks to enjoy. The largest park is surrounded by a river circle to enjoy as well as a covered stage area where a variety of music is performed mostly year round. Christmas is a special time of lighted delights with musical displays. Other parks have outdoor pickle-ball courts, Frisbee golf courses, farmers market and water features for all ages to enjoy.
Island Park Avenue
Island Park Avenue
Winfield has a wonderful parks system with multiple neighborhood parks to enjoy. The largest park is surrounded by a river circle to enjoy as well as a covered stage area where a variety of music is performed mostly year round. Christmas is a special time of lighted delights with musical displays. Other parks have outdoor pickle-ball courts, Frisbee golf courses, farmers market and water features for all ages to enjoy.
Open Nightly 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM November 20-December 30, 2022 Winfield Isle of Lights - Christmas Drive We think the best in Kansas and Midwest area!
Island Park Ave, Winfield, KS 67156, USA
Open Nightly 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM November 20-December 30, 2022 Winfield Isle of Lights - Christmas Drive We think the best in Kansas and Midwest area!

Sightseeing

Cowley County has several drive tours - Cowley County Historic Arch Bridge maps and KS Flinthills Barn Quilt maps are ready to enjoy and add to your itineraries.
Thomson Bridge
Cowley County has several drive tours - Cowley County Historic Arch Bridge maps and KS Flinthills Barn Quilt maps are ready to enjoy and add to your itineraries.
A best kept Kansas Hideaway! For those adventurers that enjoy finding glimpses of nature's beauty, make time to see this when the rivers run high.
Cowley County State Lake Waterfall
A best kept Kansas Hideaway! For those adventurers that enjoy finding glimpses of nature's beauty, make time to see this when the rivers run high.
For those who want to see Kansas from our local rivers - book an adventure with Prairie Outfitters! You will always be glad you didn't miss out on this.
Prairie Outfitters & Excursions LLC
For those who want to see Kansas from our local rivers - book an adventure with Prairie Outfitters! You will always be glad you didn't miss out on this.
We have an active biking atmosphere with lots of local help for enjoying this great all age past time - from novice to experienced enthusiast!
Walnut Valley Outpost
We have an active biking atmosphere with lots of local help for enjoying this great all age past time - from novice to experienced enthusiast!
Summer fun awaits on the shores of our nearby City Lake! Swimming, fishing, or taking in a sunrise - it's all close by.
Winfield City Lake Public Beach
Summer fun awaits on the shores of our nearby City Lake! Swimming, fishing, or taking in a sunrise - it's all close by.

Creative Places to Tour

Elk Falls Pottery is known for their Walnut Valley Bluegrass Festival collective pottery each year. A fall tour of the quaint town is held each year with an unique Outhouse Tour event sure to make a fun memory.
Elk Falls Pottery Inc
Elk Falls Pottery is known for their Walnut Valley Bluegrass Festival collective pottery each year. A fall tour of the quaint town is held each year with an unique Outhouse Tour event sure to make a fun memory.
We have a very active community board who keep our history alive and hopping several times a year with historical reenactments as well as special presentations of local interest.
Cowley County Historical Society
1011 Mansfield St
We have a very active community board who keep our history alive and hopping several times a year with historical reenactments as well as special presentations of local interest.
We have a monthly gallery that showcases different media themes year round. All age classes in different areas are offered throughout the year that you can attend. Check them out while you are in the area.
Winfield Arts-Humanities Council
We have a monthly gallery that showcases different media themes year round. All age classes in different areas are offered throughout the year that you can attend. Check them out while you are in the area.
We have a First Friday of the month Art Walk Main Street event that highlights great artists of all mediums and Gallery 1001 is a must see!
Gallery 1001
We have a First Friday of the month Art Walk Main Street event that highlights great artists of all mediums and Gallery 1001 is a must see!
Main Street Games offers Thursday evening board game community time for a chance to try out new games for free and meet some new friends, catch up with the locals!
Main Street Games
Main Street Games offers Thursday evening board game community time for a chance to try out new games for free and meet some new friends, catch up with the locals!
Looking for a local place for fitness and fun - indoor and outside - all age activities available.
Winfield Recreation Commission
Looking for a local place for fitness and fun - indoor and outside - all age activities available.
Newly added splash stations here at and at many other parks in Winfield...enjoy a swim or just a splash - all ages need a place to cool off in the summer months!
Winfield Aquatic Center
300 Main St
Newly added splash stations here at and at many other parks in Winfield...enjoy a swim or just a splash - all ages need a place to cool off in the summer months!

Food scene

A favorite place to enjoy a cup of brew, sip of hot specialty teas, or dream up your own special flavors to catch our creative energy!
9 locals recommend
College Hill Coffee
403 Soward St
9 locals recommend
A favorite place to enjoy a cup of brew, sip of hot specialty teas, or dream up your own special flavors to catch our creative energy!
Burger Station is a popular carry out only hamburger joint in Winfield, Kansas that opened in 1952 and is still popular today and a must stop in the area! The smell of these hamburgers is a mouth-watering treat locals enjoy in the downtown area. The cooking is done in front of you on a small grill, and a pleasant conversation with the staff while you watch is an added bonus. While you are waiting, place a pin marking your home on the US map on the wall. Travelers make the pilgrimage from far away to enjoy a Burger Station Burger!
Burger Station Inc
113 E 7th Ave
Burger Station is a popular carry out only hamburger joint in Winfield, Kansas that opened in 1952 and is still popular today and a must stop in the area! The smell of these hamburgers is a mouth-watering treat locals enjoy in the downtown area. The cooking is done in front of you on a small grill, and a pleasant conversation with the staff while you watch is an added bonus. While you are waiting, place a pin marking your home on the US map on the wall. Travelers make the pilgrimage from far away to enjoy a Burger Station Burger!
You will enjoy the feel of old Italy as you dine in this locally owned restaurant if spaghetti is your favorite comfort food!
Luigi's Italian Restaurant
You will enjoy the feel of old Italy as you dine in this locally owned restaurant if spaghetti is your favorite comfort food!
Lots of atmosphere added to our old train depot station with indoor and outdoor seating for that unique stop while in Winfield.
12 locals recommend
Shindigs Bar & Grill
500 Main St
12 locals recommend
Lots of atmosphere added to our old train depot station with indoor and outdoor seating for that unique stop while in Winfield.

Town Festivals and Events

"Going to Winfield" means this festival each 3rd weekend in September - talents from around the world join our small town to celebrate the gift of music! The 'Half-way to Bluegras' event is held the 3rd weekend in March each year as well.
Walnut Valley Festival
"Going to Winfield" means this festival each 3rd weekend in September - talents from around the world join our small town to celebrate the gift of music! The 'Half-way to Bluegras' event is held the 3rd weekend in March each year as well.
1st Saturday of October - Annual Art in the Park event Art in the Park, a long-standing professional arts and hobby show, features more than 50 juried artists, a variety of food booths, Kansas wine samples, entertainment, and children's activities each Fall. A must see to enjoy a beautiful fall Winfield, Kansas day!
6 locals recommend
Island Park
200 Main St
6 locals recommend
1st Saturday of October - Annual Art in the Park event Art in the Park, a long-standing professional arts and hobby show, features more than 50 juried artists, a variety of food booths, Kansas wine samples, entertainment, and children's activities each Fall. A must see to enjoy a beautiful fall Winfield, Kansas day!
The Winfield (Ks) Municipal Band has been in continuous operation since 1895, making it one of the oldest city bands in the nation. Friday evenings, June-July, 7:30 pm enjoy new music each week. Bring lawn chairs.
Island Park Ave, Winfield, KS 67156, USA
The Winfield (Ks) Municipal Band has been in continuous operation since 1895, making it one of the oldest city bands in the nation. Friday evenings, June-July, 7:30 pm enjoy new music each week. Bring lawn chairs.
2nd Saturday in December Annual Downtown Parade Home of the Winfield Christmas Village with visits from holiday favorites, hot cocoa and Christmas candy canes! Many other events throughout the year.
Marquee Performing Arts Center
2nd Saturday in December Annual Downtown Parade Home of the Winfield Christmas Village with visits from holiday favorites, hot cocoa and Christmas candy canes! Many other events throughout the year.

Cowley County "Must-Stop" Shops

Wordsmithing is so much fun when you can browse through this locally owned bookstore and find those out of prints special finds! The owners are charming and you will be happy you stopped by!
Walnut Valley Books
Wordsmithing is so much fun when you can browse through this locally owned bookstore and find those out of prints special finds! The owners are charming and you will be happy you stopped by!
Looking for memorable prints special to our area to take home with you? This is the place! Amy can help you find it or make it custom for you!
Get Branded Custom Tees
915 Main St
Looking for memorable prints special to our area to take home with you? This is the place! Amy can help you find it or make it custom for you!
Best-made fudge in the area and so much more! Tawna and the girls always have it festive to the season and a treat to shop for yourself or that special person in your life. Another Cowley Must-Stop Shop while you are here!
Timber Creek Floral and Gifts
Best-made fudge in the area and so much more! Tawna and the girls always have it festive to the season and a treat to shop for yourself or that special person in your life. Another Cowley Must-Stop Shop while you are here!
Check this place's website while in the area for fun classes and activities on floral design, shopping and more! And so close to The Gatehouse!
Gottlob Lawn & Landscape LLC
Check this place's website while in the area for fun classes and activities on floral design, shopping and more! And so close to The Gatehouse!
Unique Store - Always getting new things! It's a treat you want to make time for while you are here.
Urban Prairie Mercantile
Unique Store - Always getting new things! It's a treat you want to make time for while you are here.
LOCAL - FRESH - INVITING - FRIENDLY A favorite stop sure to keep you coming back!
Werner Creek Farm Store
LOCAL - FRESH - INVITING - FRIENDLY A favorite stop sure to keep you coming back!