Johnson County Old Settlers

09/06/2026

🎺 Kansas' Largest Parade at Johnson County Old Settlers! 🇺🇸

The parade kicks off Saturday's festivities! Join us for a community tradition featuring floats, marching groups, local organizations, and more. After the parade, stick around Downtown Olathe for food, fun, and entertainment!

🌟 2026 Grand Marshal: Bill Garton
A World War II U.S. Army Air Forces veteran and longtime Olathe leader, Bill has dedicated decades to serving the community through business, education, transportation, and advocacy for the Kansas School for the Deaf and deaf community.

🗓️ Saturday, Sept. 12 | 10 AM–Noon

📍 Parade Route:
Starts at Kansas & Loula → East to Water → North to Park → East to Buchanan Street

🚧 Parade route streets close beginning at 8 AM for setup and entries.

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09/05/2026

🚗 Auto Show at Johnson County Old Settlers!

Cruise into a showcase of vintage cars and classic trucks that celebrate automotive history. Chat with passionate owners, hear the stories behind their rides, and admire the craftsmanship that keeps these classics on the road.

Enjoy even more:
👕 2026 Auto Show T-Shirts
🎟️ Raffle Prizes & Mystery Ticket Bags
💰 50/50 Drawing supporting the Starfish Project Foundation
🎶 Oldies, classic rock, and ’80s & ’90s favorites
🌮 Taco Via Food Truck

🗓️ Saturday, Sept. 12 | 9 AM–2 PM

📍 Mill Creek Learning Center
300 E. Loula, Olathe, KS

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09/05/2026

Thank You, Sponsors! 🙌

The Johnson County Old Settlers is made possible by the incredible support of our sponsors! We are grateful to every business and organization that helps us continue this 125+ year tradition and bring FREE entertainment and family fun to our community.

Thank you for supporting the 2026 Johnson County Old Settlers! ❤️

📅 September 10–12, 2026
📍 Downtown Olathe

City of Olathe Government
The University of Kansas Health System
CottageCare Olathe
Foley Equipment
Kansas City Chevy Dealers
KCTV5 News Kansas City
Silvers Jewelry
Tommy's Express Car Wash
Austins Bar & Grill
LifeMission Church
McGilley & Frye Funeral Home & Cremation Service
AARP Kansas
Atmos Energy
Kansas Medical Clinic
KC Bobcat
Renewal by Andersen
Town & Country Heating And Cooling Co.
Bass Pro Shops
Beemer Plumbing LLC & Excavation
Enterprise Bank & Trust
The Johnson's County Gazette
Leigh's School of Dance
MidAmerica Nazarene University
Outlaw Golf Carts
HyVee
Landworks Studio

09/05/2026

🚌 PARK. RIDE. ENJOY! 🎉

Skip the hassle of downtown parking and ride the FREE, air-conditioned shuttle to Johnson County Old Settlers!

🅿️ FREE PARKING: Olathe North High School
➡️ Park on the east side of the building and hop on the shuttle!

📍 DROP-OFF & PICK-UP: Sculpture Park on E. Santa Fe St., between Chestnut & Water Streets.

🗓️ Shuttle Schedule:
🔹 Thurs., Sept. 10 — Starts at 4:30PM
🔹 Fri., Sept. 11 — Starts at 4:30PM
🔹 Sat., Sept. 12 — Runs all day starting at 8AM

🚍 Park. Ride. Enjoy more of the festival!

09/04/2026

Thank you CottageCare Olathe!

09/04/2026

What’s on Your Workbench?

Another project to complete for Johnson County Old Settlers! I need to combine pairs of bracelets and then come up with a short description of the spiritual significance of the stones. These are for our meaningful Spirit Sidekicks.

Who else is busy with projects?? Let’s commiserate 😁

09/04/2026

Thank you KCTV5 News Kansas City amd Beanes-Talk Media!

The Johnson County Old Settlers Parade returns to downtown Olathe on Saturday, Sept. 12, kicking off the annual Johnson County Old Settlers Festival.

09/04/2026

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