The best things to do in Shawnee County

Western Hills Golf Club - GreatLIFE Golf & Fitness has an 18-hole layout with zoysia fairways and white sand bunkers that actually make your misses feel classy, plus leagues and lessons to tune things up, so pencil in a post-work round this week and treat yourself.

From the Topeka newsletter, October 19, 2026

If your week needs a little friendly competition and kid energy burn-off, Family Park brings 16 lighted pickleball courts, a destination playground with unique play features, and a greenspace-wrapped fitness loop, so everyone gets their laps in and leaves delightfully tired.

From the Topeka newsletter, October 10, 2026

Shawnee Country Club - GreatLIFE Golf & Fitness is the state’s only Donald Ross-designed course, with rolling hills, mature trees, and greens that make you think. After your round, hit the fitness center that got a $1 million renovation, get PGA-led pointers, then cool off by the pool like you meant to slice that.

From the Topeka newsletter, October 12, 2026

Since 1905, Topeka Country Club has mixed world-class golf, racquet sports, a refreshing swim, and exceptional clubhouse dining with that friendly, know-your-name vibe. If you’re craving real camaraderie, their programs and events make this week a perfect time to check the calendar.

From the Topeka newsletter, October 18, 2026

Relaxed, contemporary multiscreen theater featuring showings of mainstream films.

If your short game has been ghosting you, Lake Shawnee Golf Course’s par-70 layout plays alongside Lake Shawnee for legit shot-making and views. Jump into couples, men’s, or ladies leagues, or book a lesson and let their pros tune things up before your weekend rounds.

From the Topeka newsletter, October 16, 2026

Need a no-fuss round this week close to home?

From the Topeka newsletter, October 23, 2026

TopCITYGolf at GreatLIFE North is Topeka’s newest attraction with Toptracer-powered driving-range bays, a 9-hole course when you want the real thing, mini golf for the crew, and a self-pour Pour My Beer station plus a brand-new kitchen that actually delivers.

From the Topeka newsletter, October 5, 2026

Berkshire Golf Club brings a legit 18-hole championship course by Steve Dultmeier, plus two practice greens and a full driving range. After the round, hit the GreatLIFE fitness setup with an indoor track, classes, weights, a basketball gym, outdoor pool, and saunas... one place to shave strokes and stress.

From the Topeka newsletter, October 2, 2026

This historic venue for shows originally opened in 1926 as a vaudeville theater & movie palace.

Cypress Ridge Golf Course keeps it fun and legit with 6,200 rolling yards that test every club in the bag. Hit the driving range, jump into league play, or book a lesson and finally fix that slice, all on the west side so sneaking in nine after work is totally doable.

From the Topeka newsletter, October 27, 2026

Bow-tie wave pool, a 35-foot tower with five slides, zip line, climbing wall, plus a kid-friendly leisure zone with play tower, vortex fun, and hoops. Midwest Health Aquatic Center is the instant cure for cabin fever, cue the squeals and tired-out bedtime.

From the Topeka newsletter, October 3, 2026