May 30th, 2026, from 10 AM to 6 PM
Downtown Great Bend
A Downtown Celebration Like No Other!
GET READY, GREAT BEND!
On May 30, 2026, from 10 AM to 6 PM, downtown Great Bend, Kansas, will come alive once again for Big Bend Bash — a full day of energy, entertainment, and community pride, all supporting downtown streetscape improvements.
Spend the day exploring a vibrant vendor fair, enjoying mouthwatering food trucks, and sipping from a wide selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Live music will fill the streets, creating the perfect summer soundtrack as friends and families gather.
This year, we’re turning up the fun with water-based inflatables and expanded family-friendly activities to help everyone cool off and celebrate the start of summer. The Red, White & Blue Parade returns, bringing patriotic spirit to the heart of downtown. And the Bike, Brew, Q event continues to bring together cycling enthusiasts, craft beer lovers, and BBQ fans for one unforgettable experience.
Big Bend Bash is proudly brought to you by Great Bend Alive, Inc., the City of Great Bend, and our incredible community partners — all working together to invest in a better, brighter downtown.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
As a volunteer, you can be a part of making this day packed with excitement, entertainment, and community spirit, all in support of downtown streetscape improvements! Help us as we all unite to support a better, brighter downtown.
Reach out to Great Bend Alive Director, Nicci Henderson, to learn more.
MUSICAL PERFORMANCES BY
FOOD & DRINK
Lumpy's Bar and Grill
Dry Lake Brewing
Los Dos Potrillos
Charlie's Place
Freaking Delicious Cheesecake
Avast Ye Java
Brand 17 BBQ
Let it Snow
Midwest Sippin
Co.fort & Joy/Sugartime Confections
Tacos Del Sol
Flatlanders Stonefired Flatbreads
MD's Kitchen
Mini Stack Pancakes
Schoolhouse Snacks
Proper Boards and Picnics
Mama G's
COMMERCIAL
What the Fox Designs
Small Town Delights
All Good Things
Netty's Creations
Sparklified Creations
Massage at Eades
Prairie Dragon Studios
Fantastical Vacations
The Burlap Cactus
Maurices
The Lost Locker
Pelican Air Solutions
SRCA
Cub Scout Pack 157
Model Association of Central KS
Barton County Fair
La Mariposa
Bath Bums
My Favorite Dips
VENDORS
Timber 360 Adventures
NextLink Internet
Perfectly Paisley Boutique
Cregger Crafts and Quilting
Kelly's Garden Sense
Spike Shot Photography
Alzheimer's Association
Saint Francis Ministries
Nature's Designs
Nextlink Internet
Perfectly Paisley
Cregger Crafts & Quilting
Kelly's Garden Sense
Permalinx
Tasty Treats and Treasures
Central Kansas Dream Center
Paws and Claws
United States Marine Corps
BECOME A SPONSOR
Support an unforgettable community celebration and gain exposure for your business! We offer multiple sponsorship levels with valuable perks to thank you for being part of this exciting event.
Trail Blazer
$1000
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Sponsor logo featured on all event marketing materials (flyers, posters, social media, email blasts)
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Logo placement on event website with link to sponsor's site
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Shoutouts on social media leading up to the event (minimum 3 posts)
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Verbal recognition during event announcements
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Logo displayed central area signage during the event
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Opportunity to display business materials at the event, 10x10 vendor booth space included
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Opportunity to provide branded giveaways or swag items to attendees
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(2) Complimentary Bike, Brew, Q tickets
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Thank-you mention in post-event recap email and press release
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Tag in photo album on socials
Rhythm & Bites Backer
$500
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Logo placement on select marketing materials (social media graphics, select flyers)
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Name listed on event website sponsor section One dedicated social media shoutout prior to the event
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Group mention in sponsor highlight post
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Business name displayed on shared sponsor signage at the event
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Verbal group recognition during the event
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Opportunity to include business materials or coupons for attendees
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Discounted vendor booth space
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Mention in post-event “thank you” social media post or email blast
Family Fun Friend
$250
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Name listed on event website and social media as a supporter
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Included in one group social media thank-you post
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Name listed on shared event signage under “Community Supporters”
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Group mention during event announcements
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Opportunity to contribute branded items or coupons for giveaways for attendees
BIG BEND BASH EVENT SPONSORS
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BIG BEND BASH 2026
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