By Chad Frey
Newton Kansan

HESSTON — As part of the 2025 “Second Saturday” series by the Hesston Chamber of Commerce, the first “Hesstival” was celebrated on Oct. 11.

The festival was a celebration of fall and the community of Hesston, with a day of activities like chalk art, a photo booth, and food downtown.

A live music stage featured Rachel & Griffin; The Sassanchs; and Sam Shilts and Petty Cash.

Also part of the day were fire station tours, a display of ag equipment, a car show and yard games.

All photos by Michele Clark, Newton Kansan. A full gallery is at thekansan.com