Scandia today

Life in
Scandia.

A community takes shape
in everyday places.

Meet local businesses, find a group to join and explore the places that bring people together in Scandia and the surrounding area.

A softball pitcher in a blue and yellow Pike Valley uniform releasing the ball
From Eric’s supplied collection · Photography by Eric Loring

A guide shaped by local knowledge. The names below come from a community contributor’s list; descriptions and links are included where sources are available. Follow linked organizations for current information.

Local businesses
and services.

Useful stops, local enterprise and work rooted in the area.

27 businesses and services

Also shared by community contributors:

  • Alsop Sand
  • Antique Mall
  • Buffalo Gallery - Pigeonhole Studio
  • Cody Cattle Company
  • Grandpa’s Best
  • Haven Hair Studio
  • Home Oil
  • Isaacson Bookkeeping
  • J & H Auto
  • K & L Carpentry
  • Label It All
  • Premium Feeders
  • Rickard Custom Creations
  • Rockin C Custom Leather
  • Styleaire Beauty Salon
  • Thompson Law
  • Thrifty Mom’s Consignment
  • Troubadour Podcast
  • Vinyl Graphic Creation

Location to confirm

PK Collections

Included in the contributor’s area list. Its location and relationship to Scandia still need local confirmation.

Clubs and
volunteering.

Ways to take part and help shape community life.

9 clubs and community entries

Also shared by community contributors:

  • American Legion
  • Lions Club
  • Scandia Antique Tractor Club
  • Scandia Community Club
  • School Organizations
  • Volunteer Fire Department
  • Youth Sports (basketball, softball)

Churches and
faith groups.

Connections to local congregations and their own information.

4 faith and youth entries

Also shared by community contributors:

  • Amana Lutheran Church
  • Frozen Potatoes Youth Group
  • United Women in Faith

Recreation and
community places.

Places to explore, learn and spend time.

7 community places

Also shared by community contributors:

  • Arena
  • Ball Field
  • City Park
  • Community Center / Conference Room

Rooted here.
Looking ahead.

Growing food within the town.

C & C Farms describes starting in 2009 and growing produce on purchased vacant lots within Scandia. A local store, farmers markets and community-supported agriculture connect that work with people across the area.

It is one way farming remains part of everyday town life.

Read the farm’s story

Investing in the next chapter.

The Scandia Community Foundation describes its endowment as a way to support the town and surrounding region. Its stated mission brings together community resources for infrastructure, economic life and recreation.

Its own profile explains the work and priorities behind that effort.

Learn about the foundation

Gathering through
the seasons.

Scandia Riverfest

Past Riverfest programs listed by Kansas Tourism have included a parade, tractor activities, music and family games. Programs change from year to year; the older tourism listing is a record of a past celebration.

Riverfest organizer updates on Facebook
Read the past Kansas Tourism program

Beyond the festival

A May 2023 Riverfest organizer announcement invited neighbors to a Party in the Park with food and live music. It offers another glimpse of gathering in Scandia outside the festival weekend.

Read the May 2023 announcement

These are past examples, not an upcoming calendar. Check organizer updates for confirmed dates and activities. Facebook may require sign-in.

From the community’s event list

The contributor’s list brings together these activities and participants. It is not a dated program. Dates, availability, participation and any stated frequency need confirmation with organizers.

Riverfest activities

  • Live Music
  • Cruise Night on Main Street
  • Bubble Machine
  • Tractor Games
  • Night Run
  • Tractor Drive
  • Parade
  • Fireman’s Lunch at Fire Station
  • Tractor Pull
  • Water Slides
  • Kids Games
  • Pony Rides
  • Pie-Go
  • Golf Cart Rally
  • Mechanical Bull
  • Sand Pile
  • Golf Tournament
  • Dunk Tank
  • Free-Will Meal for Club Friday Night

Community partners named in the list

  • American Legion
  • United Methodist Church
  • Local Restaurants & Food Vendors
  • Local Artists & Makers
  • Youth Organizations
  • Fire Department
  • Local Farms & Ag Businesses
  • Museum & Library

Additional gatherings listed with Riverfest

  • Puzzle Competition (twice a year)
  • Paint & Sip
  • Night Golf Tournament
  • Movie Nights at the Park
  • Party at the Park (with live music & food)
  • Mayday Brunch (Mayday raffle baskets)

Community Club events

  • Easter at City Park for Kids
  • Adult Easter Egg Hunt at Golf Course
  • Halloween Event
  • “Hide from the Cops” at the Golf Course for Older Kids
  • Christmas Lighting

Christmas Lighting activities

  • Main Street Businesses Involved
  • Games
  • Lions Club Pancake Supper
  • Parade

A little help.
A neighbor’s hand.

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About this guide.

This guide includes the names supplied in a local community inventory, including organizations without websites. A name-only entry records that contribution; it does not establish current operating status, an address or an affiliation. Links beside descriptions identify additional sources. Listings are not endorsements or a guarantee of current hours, services or availability.

Sources reviewed October 22, 2026. Check directly with each organization before planning a visit or taking part.

This independent community-history project is not an official city website. Read the project and history sources.

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