Burlington Recreation Center
(620) 364-8484
Adult Trips
Member Registration begins August 25, 2026
Non-Member Registration begins August 28, 2026
Trip Cancellation Policy
If you cancel out of a trip that has a waiting list and we are able to fill your spot, you will be refunded all but $5. BRC keeps a $5 cancellation fee. If we are unable to fill your spot, no money will be refunded.
Trip Payment Policy
All trips must be paid for at time of registration, whether it is in person or over the phone. We accept cash, check, credit and debit cards. If you call in and register by phone, please have your credit card or debit card ready. Also, due to a system upgrade, we require the 3 digit code on the back of your card EACH TIME you register for an activity. Please be prepared to provide this. Your payment secures your spot on the trip. This ensures that all trips are kept full and paid for. Sorry, no exceptions will be made.
Dinner & Lights
Join us for our traditional trip to Topeka for a nice dinner followed by a trip to Winter Wonderland and a few other festive and lit up areas.
Wednesday, December 9
Depart BRC at 4pm & return by 9pm
Members $20; Non-Members $23
Minimum of 8; Max of 13
Fee covers transportation and admission to Winter Wonderland.
Tis’ the Season
We will start our trip off by visiting Holiday Reflections at Union Station. Each year they continue to make this display bigger and better than the last. Once we have made our way through, we will head to lunch and get re-energized to hit head to our next stop at Crown Center. We will visit the Hallmark Christmas Experience Pop-up Shop where you might just find that last minute gift you’ve been searching for!
Friday, December 18
Depart BRC at 9am & return by 5pm
Members $40; Non-Members $43
Minimum of 8; Max of 13
Fee covers transportation and admission fees.
Lunch is on your own.
New Theatre: Always....Patsy Cline
The biographical musical-comedy celebrates the legendary country singer's life and her true friendship with fan Louise Seger, featuring classic hits like "Crazy" and "Walkin' After Midnight”. We will stop by Oak Park Mall before attending the show for a quick, “stretch your legs, grab a coffee/snack” stop before heading to the dinner theatre.
Wednesday, December 30
Depart BRC at 9am & return by 5pm
Members $57; Non-Members $60
Minimum of 8; Max of 13
Fee covers transportation, admission & gratuity for servers.
Headed to Humboldt
Come hungry because our first stop will be lunch at Honeybee Bruncherie, a modern brunch and lunch joint serving up tasty takes on diner specials! Next up, we will head to Whitetails & Wildlife Museum. The Whitetails & Wildlife Museum grew from one man’s lifelong love of the outdoors. Southeast Kansas native Max Rickerson turned that passion into one of the most impressive taxidermy collections in North America. From predators and waterfowl to mammals and one of the world’s largest collections of trophy Whitetail Deer, the museum has a little something for everyone to enjoy.
Friday, January 8
Depart BRC at 10:30am & return by 4pm
Members $20; Non-Members $23
Minimum of 8; Max of 13
Fee covers transportation, lunch is on your own.
Harry Truman Library & Museum
Come along with us for a fun day of history, good food, and a little something sweet! Our adventure will begin with a visit to the Harry S. Truman Library & Museum, where we’ll step back in time and explore the life, presidency, and legacy of Harry S. Truman. After soaking up some history, we’ll head out for lunch in Independence, followed by the perfect way to finish the day — ice cream! It’s a great mix of learning, exploring, and enjoying some time together. We hope you’ll join us for a fun day in Independence!
Wednesday, January 20
Depart BRC at 8:30am & return by 5pm
Members $35; Non-Members $38
Minimum of 8; Max of 13
Fee covers transportation and admission fees.
Lunch is on your own.
Baseball & BBQ
Let’s head to Kansas City—a city rich in baseball and all things BBQ! We will start off with a trip to the Negro Leagues Hall of Fame Museum followed by a BBQ lunch at a little joint that also was featured on Guy Fieri’s, “Diners, Drive-ins & Dives.” We will enjoy a stop for ice cream before heading back to Burlington.
Wednesday, February 10
Depart BRC at 8:30am & return by 5pm
Members $35; Non-Members $38
Minimum of 8; Max of 13
Fee covers transportation, admission. Lunch is on your own.
New Theatre: Boeing, Boeing
A 1960s French farce about a Paris bachelor juggling three flight-attendant fiancées until schedule changes cause chaos. We will stop by Oak Park Mall before attending the show for a quick, “stretch your legs, grab a coffee/snack” stop before heading to the dinner theatre.
Wednesday, February 17
Depart BRC at 9am & return by 5pm
Members $57; Non-Members $60
Minimum of 8; Max of 13
Fee covers transportation, admission & gratuity.
Out to Lunch
Join us for Out to Lunch, a relaxed and fun social outing designed just for our adult crew! This group trip is all about enjoying good food, great company, and a welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’re catching up with friends or meeting new ones, it’s the perfect way to get out, share some laughs, and enjoy a delicious meal together. We’ll keep things flexible and fun—there may even be a stop for ice cream on the way home. Come hungry, leave happy, and enjoy a simple day of connection and good conversation!
785 Brewing Company, Topeka
December 2
We will be soaking in the Holiday spirit as we travel to 785 Brewing Company as they are set up in their “Frosted” holiday spirit
Bert’s Tavern, Yates Center
Trip #1: January 13
Trip #2: January 27
“They only look expensive” Don’t let the outside fool you- Bert’s Tavern is serving up some delightful dishes!
The Big Biscuit, Lawrence
Trip #1: February 3
Trip #2: February 24
Serving up breakfast and lunch classics with a twist! After lunch we will hunt down a good ice cream spot before heading back to Burlington.
Depart BRC at 10am & return by 3pm
Member $13; Non-Member $16
Minimum of 8; Max of 13
Fee includes transportation. Lunch/ice-cream is on your own