With football season just around the corner, Kansas football will host its 2nd Annual Lawrence Kickoff Party on Saturday, August 24 from 5-8 p.m.

New this year, the event will take place at South Park on Mass St., coinciding with the Downtown Lawrence Welcome Back Jayhawks Weekend where you will be able to shop inside and outside at participating stores and enjoy various street performers throughout the day from 10 a.m –8 p.m. Admission to the all-day event is free.

The Kickoff Party will feature live music from the Mikey Needleman Band, tailgating games, food trucks, inflatables, face paintings, balloon artist and other activities. This family-friendly event will be one you don’t want to miss out on.

Fans will have the opportunity to hear from Kansas football head coach Lance Leipold, Director of Athletics Travis Goff and more on a main stage built on the street towards the south end of South Park. 

Saturday, Aug. 24
5-8 p.m.
South Park
1141 Massachusetts St.
Lawrence, KS 66044