The Music of Patsy Cline
2022-04-30 14:00 - 16:15 (America/Chicago) | Pioneer Bluffs Ranch Main Barn, 695 Kansas Highway 177, Matfield Green, KS, 66862, United States
Kim Coslett and her 4-piece band perform all of Patsy’s hits, while including biographical information, history, and stories behind the songs. In the loft of the historic barn at Pioneer Bluffs.
2:00 p.m. Appetizers and beverages
3:00 p.m. Concert
Cost: $50 per person
This is a fundraising event to support future music programs at Pioneer Bluffs. Half the cost – $25 per person – is a tax deductible contribution. Sponsored by an anonymous donor.
To guarantee your seat, reservations are recommended. To make a reservation, mail payment to:
Pioneer Bluffs
695 KS Highway 177
Matfield Green, KS 66862
When reserving your seats online, please leave your name and email address. We need this information to send you a receipt and confirmation.

Old-time Barn Dance
2022-05-21 18:00 - 21:30 | KS
It will be a classic, old-time Barn Dance in the loft of the 1915 barn at Pioneer Bluffs, considered by some to be the best dance floor in the Flint Hills.
On Saturday, May 21, the dance begins at 6:30 p.m. and will continue until 9:30 p.m. (or when dancers wear out). Beginners are invited to come at 6:00 p.m. for instruction.
Music will be provided by the Land Band, and include a variety of dances, alternating group and couples’ dances (two-step & waltz) with old-time contra dance songs and vintage country music.
Everyone is invited to dance or simply enjoy the music.
Players from several popular Kansas bands come together occasionally to perform as The Land Band: featuring Lauralyn Bodle on fiddle, Lisa Grossman on bass, Matt Kirby on hammer dulcimer and accordion, Frank Martin on Irish flute and banjo, Chris Martin on accordion, Annie Wilson on guitar, and Ann Zimmerman on keyboard. Derrick Doty will be the caller for group dances.
Reservations are requested but not required and will help ensure plenty of chairs are out while leaving space for dancing. RSVP on the Facebook event page or to Executive Director, Lynn Smith, at lynn@pioneerbluffs.org or 620-753-3484.
Donations are appreciated and will support future program events.

Butler County Brass returns
2022-07-09 18:30 - 19:30 | Pioneer Bluffs Ranch Main Barn, 695 Kansas Highway 177, Matfield Green, KS, 66862, United States
At 6:30 p.m. on July 9, the Butler County Brass returns to Pioneer Bluffs by popular demand for an outdoor concert.
In the event of inclement weather, the performance will be moved to the loft of the barn.
The six musicians of the Butler County Brass are music educators who love what they do and enjoy sharing their talent. They are Robert Gusé, Christine Moose, Rick Moose, Eric Pretz, John Templin, and Josephine Trout.
Visitors are invited to explore the grounds, bring a picnic, or hike the nature trail. Wading shoes may be recommended to access the trail, depending on recent rains.
Beverages and snacks will be available. Reservations are requested but not required and will help ensure plenty of chairs are out. RSVP on the Facebook event page or to Executive Director, Lynn Smith, at lynn@pioneerbluffs.org or 620-753-3484.
Donations are appreciated and will support future program events.

Music from "Great American Songbook" coming to Pioneer Bluffs
2022-08-27 18:30 - 20:30 | Pioneer Bluffs Ranch Main Barn, 695 Kansas Highway 177, Matfield Green, KS, 66862, United States
An 18-member orchestra that has performed for notables that include President George W. Bush and Luciano Pavarotti is coming to the Flint Hills for a special concert.
On Saturday, August 27, the Great Plains Jazz Orchestra will present Big Band Jazz and music from “The Great American Songbook” on the shaded lawn of Pioneer Bluffs. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the 90-minute concert begins at 7:00 p.m.
The “Great American Songbook” features the most important and influential popular songs and jazz standards that have stood the test of time. The Great Plains Jazz Orchestra includes vocalists reminiscent of Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr, and Frankie Valli, who will perform familiar tunes such as “Mack the Knife,” “The Lady is a Tramp,” and “Young and Foolish.”
The Great Plains Jazz Orchestra is a highly acclaimed ensemble under the direction of Keith Woolery. “We look forward to sharing our music with the people of the Flint Hills,” says Woolery. “We hope you will feel the same sentiment as former president George W. Bush, who exclaimed after our performance, ‘I love the band; this was great entertainment!’”
Cowboy caviar, prepared with locally sourced food by Chef Tracey Graham, will be served, along with ice cold bottled water. A cash bar will be available.
If inclement weather, the concert will be held in the loft of the Pioneer Bluffs barn.
A donation of $20 is suggested for this unique program. Reservations requested, but not required. For reservations or additional information, contact Lynn Smith at lynn@pioneerbluffs.org or (620) 753-3484.

Land Band Barn Dance
2023-05-06 18:00 - 20:30 | Pioneer Bluffs Ranch Main Barn, 695 Kansas Highway 177, Matfield Green, KS, 66862, United States
6:00 pm Beginner Instructions
6:30 pm Old Time Barn Dance
Join us in the loft of our 1915 barn for an Old Time Barn Dance. Wear your dancing shoes or just come and enjoy the lively music of the Land Band, a 7-member band providing music for contra and two-step dances.
Cash bar available

National Day of the Cowboy
2023-07-22 11:00 - 20:00 | Pioneer Bluffs Ranch Main Barn, 695 Kansas Highway 177, Matfield Green, KS, 66862, United States
Music and ice cream social: 5:30pm – 8pm
5:30 Ice Cream Social
6:00 Music by Jeff Davidson
7:00 Music by Annie Wilson
In addition to the National Day of the Cowboy, July 22nd marks the 100th Anniversary of the railroad coming to Matfield Green.
A model train exhibit from the Chisolm Trail Model Train Club will be on display from 11am – 7pm

Feel free to come out early, bring a picnic (picnic tables provided), enjoy the trains, and visit with your friends as we celebrate these notable events..

Barn Dance at Pioneer Bluffs
2024-05-04 18:00 - 21:00 | Pioneer Bluffs Ranch Main Barn, 695 Kansas Highway 177, Matfield Green, KS, 66862, United States
It will be a classic, old-time Barn Dance in the loft of our 1915 barn, considered by some to be the best dance floor in the Flint Hills.
Pioneer Bluff historic ranch is located just north of Matfield Green on the beautiful Flint Hills Scenic Byway.
Dances will begin at 6:30 and alternate between couple’s dances (two-step and waltz) and caller-led, group or “contra” dances (in lines, circles and squares). Beginners are invited to come at 6:00 p.m. for caller-led-dance instruction.
New to the event this year, Lisa Harris is featured as caller for the group dances. She specializes in calling for all levels of dancers, including beginners.
Music will be provided by top notch musicians from across Kansas – in the seven-person Land Band. Specializing in traditional music – fiddle, accordion, etc. – songs will include old-time fiddle tunes as well as classic and vintage country music.
For more info: contact Annie – five_oaks_ranch@yahoo.com

Tallgrass Express 20th Anniversary Celebration & Concert: a Pioneer Bluffs Fundraiser
2024-09-08 17:30 - 20:30 | Pioneer Bluffs Ranch Main Barn, 695 Kansas Highway 177, Matfield Green, KS, 66862, United States
For our Pioneer Bluffs fundraiser this year, everyone is invited to join Tallgrass Express members – past and present – for a celebration of the band’s 20th year of making music in the Flint Hills (including at Pioneer Bluffs!).
NOTE: This activity is taking place on a Sunday.

5:30 BBQ Dinner provided by Owen Reed – Smokin’ O’s Custom Catering – RSVP for meal by Mon Sep 2 via text, phone or email; Ph: 620-753-3484 EM: info@pioneerbluffs.org (seats limited – may want to reserve early)
6:30 Doors Open – for those not attending Dinner; Walk-ins are welcome (no RSVP needed): cake, visiting with band members, and short jam session of Band alumni
7:30 Concert – Featuring current members: rancher-songwriter Annie Wilson on guitar and vocals – named the “Flint Hills Balladeer” by the Kansas Governor in 2013; Carl Reed on vocals, bass and harmonica; and Derrick Doty on fiddle and mandolin.

Suggested Donations:

Dinner $15+
Concert $10+
Both $25+

Note: This event is sponsored in part with a grant from the International Western Music Association, Kansas Chapter. And, thanks to other anonymous sponsors, ALL donations go directly to Pioneer Bluffs.
All Albums Available: All six of the band’s albums will be available at special concert prices, including their new 2024 double CD: “Out on the Tallgrass Prairie.”
For more info about Tallgrass Express, visit www.tallgrassexpress.com .
