Topeka Shriners Hosting Garage Sale and Kentucky Derby Party

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The Topeka Shriners are hosting a two-day garage sale on April 22 and 23, as well as a Kentucky Derby Party on May 2 at the Arab Shrine Temple in Topeka, Kansas. The group is accepting donations for the garage sale in the days leading up to the event, and the Derby Party will feature a southern fried chicken dinner, games, raffles, and prizes.

Why it matters

The Topeka Shriners are a local community organization that supports various charitable causes, and these upcoming events provide an opportunity for the public to engage with the group, support their efforts, and enjoy some festive activities.

The details

The garage sale at the Arab Shrine Temple will run from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on April 22 and 23. The Shriners are accepting donations for the sale from noon to 5 p.m. on April 18 and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on April 19, as well as by appointment. They are accepting items like jewelry, toys, bedding, and baby gear, but not pillows, mattresses, electronics, bulky items, clothes, or tires. The Kentucky Derby Party on May 2 will open its doors at 2:30 p.m., with the race starting at 5:57 p.m. A southern fried chicken dinner will be served after the race, and the event will include games and raffles. Prizes will be awarded for the dapper man, dapper lady, and dapper couple.

• The garage sale will be held on April 22 and 23, 2026.
• Donations for the garage sale will be accepted on April 18 from noon to 5 p.m. and on April 19 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., as well as by appointment.
• The Kentucky Derby Party will be held on May 2, 2026, with doors opening at 2:30 p.m. and the race starting at 5:57 p.m.

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