Fort Scott Good Ol' Days

05/22/2026

Ever wanted to see a kangaroo up close and personal? Now’s your chance!

Amy's Kritters is bringing kangaroo encounters to the 45th Annual Fort Scott Good Ol’ Days! Stop by the Cheney Witt parking lot (3rd & Main) for this one-of-a-kind experience:

Friday, June 5: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Saturday, June 6: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Cost: $5 for 2½ minutes

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to get up close and personal with a kangaroo!

05/19/2026

🍼 Think your baby has the cutest smile in town?
Join us for the 45th Annual Fort Scott Good Ol' Days Baby Contest!

👶 Registration: 9:00 AM – 9:45 AM
🎉 Contest Begins: 10:00 AM
👕 Dress Code: Onesies only – keep it classic and adorable!

✨ Bring your bundle of joy and let those baby cheeks shine!

05/18/2026

The countdown is on for the 45th Annual Fort Scott Good Ol’ Days! Our schedule has officially been finalized, and we can’t wait to celebrate with everyone. We may continue adding more events as planning continues, so be sure to follow along for the latest updates!

05/13/2026

🚗 2026 Good Ol’ Days Car & Bike Show 🏍️
Organized by Virgil’s mobile mechanic

Join us during the 2026 Good Ol’ Days celebration for an afternoon of classic cars, custom builds, trucks, and motorcycles!

This event will take place on Scott Street (block east of Main Street) on Saturday, June 6, 2026.

* Registration: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM ($20 entry)
* Show Hours: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
* Awards Ceremony: 2:30 PM

🏆 Award Classes:

* Best 1960 & Newer
* Best 1959 & Older
* Best Truck
* Best Paint
* Best Custom
* Most Unique
* Best Bike
* Long Haul Award
* Crowd Favorite
* Kids’ Favorite

Bring the family, check out some amazing rides, and cast your vote for your favorites!

04/22/2026

Bound & Determined who will be performing at our Saturday night street dance 7pm -11pm just played at Kids Rock in Nashville!! Believe us when we say YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS THEM!

Getting ready to hit the stage at Kid Rock's in Nashville, TN

04/19/2026

🐪 Ready for something NEW and exciting?! We are!

Camels are coming to the 45th Annual Fort Scott Good Ol’ Days! Come see them at the corner of Skubitz and Main Street and enjoy a one-of-a-kind ride!

📍 Location: Skubitz & Main Street
🗓 Friday, June 5: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
🗓 Saturday, June 6: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
💲 $10 per ride

Don’t miss your chance to make some unforgettable memories at this year’s Red, White, & Good Ol’ Days celebration!

04/07/2026

✨ Support Fort Scott Good Ol’ Days 2026! ✨

On behalf of Chamber Member Fort Scott Good Ol' Days

Planning is underway for the 45th Annual Good Ol’ Days Festival happening June 5th & 6th in Downtown Fort Scott. This year’s theme, “Red, White, & Good Ol’ Days,” celebrates ⭐ America’s 250th Birthday! 🦅

This long-standing community tradition brings people together year after year and organizers are currently seeking donations & sponsorships to help make it all happen! ❤️🤍💙

💥 Every contribution helps continue a festival filled with community pride, connection, and celebration. 🧨💥

📌 Ways to give:
• Mail: P.O. Box 1036, Fort Scott, KS
• Drop off: Fort Scott Chamber, 231 E. Wall St.
• Info: fortscottgoodoldays.com

🗓️ Deadline to be included in printed materials: April 25, 2026

🙌 They are also looking for volunteers & committee members. A great way to get involved and give back!

Be part of the tradition. Your support helps make it all possible.✨

04/05/2026

We’re just TWO months away from the 2026 Fort Scott Good Ol’ Days, celebrating our 45th annual festival!

This year’s theme is Red, White, & Good Ol’ Days, and our team is hard at work putting the final plans together to make it the best one yet. Stay tuned… you won’t want to miss it

03/27/2026

Yep — it’s officially out 🎶

For the 2026 Fort Scott Good Ol' Days Festival, the Care to Share Stage music lineup is actually pretty simple but solid:

Friday, June 5
DJ
⏰7:00 - 8:00 PM (after the parade)

The KC All Stars
⏰ 8:00 - 11:00 PM
🎶 Dance Band bringing us a Mix of hits from 70s → today

Saturday, June 6
DJ Brown & The Bourbon County Revival
⏰ 4:00 – 6:00 PM
🎶 Country Cover Band

Bound & Determined
⏰ 7:00 – 11:00 PM
🎸 Classic rock jams to close out the night

01/19/2026

We have released our 2026 Vendor application. We are looking forward to the 45th annual, Red, White, & Good Ol' Days.

***STREET FAIR NEWS: We expanded the street fair on North Main again this year to sell on Friday, June 5. These vendors will be selected on a first come, first served basis. Limited space available, details below.*** DATE: June 5th & 6th, 2026 LOCATION: Downtown Fort Scott, Kansas (outdoor show) - R...

01/16/2026

We are beyond excited to announce the 45th ANNUAL Fort Scott Good Ol' Days will be June 5th and 6th, 2026! We are busy getting all the final touches and details worked out for this coming festival. Stay tuned for more details as we get them finalized!