Explore Gardner

09/03/2026

🎉Tonight is the last Gardner Farmers Market of the season and they are moving it indoors to beat the heat. Head to the Gardner Grange Building at the Fair Grounds from 4-7 to shop all the amazing local vendors one last time this season while staying cool. 🛍️🌽🍪🌻
See you there!

08/13/2026

Happy first day of school to everyone in the Gardner Edgerton School District!

08/02/2026

We agree, Gardner is an awesome place to live and Explore! 😉 ❤️

🏆 Gardner made the list again!

We’re excited to share that Gardner has been ranked the 8th Best Place to Live in Kansas for 2026! 🎉

With a strong sense of community, excellent education and a high quality of life, it’s no surprise Gardner continues to shine as one of the best places to call home. 💙

Read the full ranking and see why Gardner made the list: https://www.homesnacks.com/these-are-the-10-best-places-to-live-in-kansas/

07/22/2026

The Johnson County Fair starts on Friday! 👀 Peep their schedule below so you can start planning your week of fun and be sure to follow their page! 🎡🎠

07/14/2026

🎡 The Johnson County Fair is almost here! From July 25th–August 1st, head to the Johnson County Fairgrounds for local vendors, food trucks, live music, and events for the whole family. Follow Johnson County Fair so you don't miss a thing! 🎪

🎡 Who’s ready for the 2026 Johnson County Fair? 🎡

Join us July 25 – August 1, 2026 for a week packed with family fun, exciting new events, great entertainment, delicious food trucks, local vendors, exhibits, and much more! The fair returns to Gardner with plenty of activities for all ages, including arena events, live entertainment, and the annual parade.

Bring your family, invite your friends, and come make some memories at one of Johnson County’s favorite summer traditions!

📅 July 25 – August 1, 2026
📍 Johnson County Fairgrounds

See you at the fair! 🎠🎶🍔🌭🎡 ‼️

07/09/2026

07/04/2026

We hope you have a fun and safe Independence Day!

06/22/2026

Wahoo, we have an Instagram now! Be sure to follow us there too.

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06/16/2026

A little introduction and a big thank you!

04/27/2026

✔Survey Time!
If you participated in Explore Gardner 2026, we want to hear from you! What worked? What didn't? What ideas do you have for next year?
(And yes — we WILL be back! Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 24th, 2027! 🎉)
The survey is completely anonymous and only takes a few minutes. Your feedback helps us make Explore Gardner even better for our community.
👉https://forms.gle/rVxP8z846y4oDZtQ8
Thank you so much for getting out to Explore Gardner this year — it truly wouldn't happen without YOU! ❤️

Thank you for participating in this year's Explore Gardner! Please fill in the anonymous survey below so we can continue to make this a positive event for the community.