With the confirmed detection of the Omicron variant in Kansas – along with the continued presence of the Delta variant – local health departments, providers, and community groups are continuing to hold free COVID-19 vaccine and testing clinics across the state. The emergence of the Omicron variant poses a dangerous risk to communities across Kansas, and as we continue to learn more about it, the important steps to prevent the spread of COVID-19 remain the same.

Following recommendations of both the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Centers for Disease Control (CDC), all Kansans age 5 and older are eligible to receive the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine. For those 18 and older, the FDA’s emergency use authorization also covers the Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines.

Recently, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment announced all fully vaccinated Kansans over the age of 12 are also now eligible for a COVID-19 booster shot. Kansans who are at least 12 years old and have met the 5-month time period following the primary vaccination series for the Pfizer vaccine are eligible for its booster dose. Those who are at least 18 years old and have met the 6-month time period following the primary vaccination series for the Moderna vaccine, or who had their Johnson & Johnson vaccine at least two months ago, are also now eligible to get the COVID-19 booster dose. Additionally, moderately or severely immunocompromised children ages 5-11 can now receive an additional primary dose of the COVID-19 vaccine administered 28 days after their second shot.

As of Jan. 21, 2022, 60.8% of Kansans have received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.

The events listed below are part of a sustained effort to mobilize Kansans to get vaccinated and/or tested to stop the spread of COVID-19 to protect themselves and their loved ones. Free testing is available to everyone in Kansas, regardless of vaccination status and even if you have been tested before. 

The Omicron variant is highly infectious and transmittable, accounting for the majority of recent COVID-19 cases in the U.S. Vaccines remain the best tool to protect people from COVID-19, slow transmission, and reduce the likelihood of new variants emerging. Additionally, it is recommended that people wear a well-fitting mask in public indoor settings in Kansas, regardless of vaccination status.

Events are listed below by county and then by date. Events marked with a (*) are student-focused clinics taking place at schools.

Butler County

Wednesday, January 26, 2022
What: El Dorado / Butler County, Testing Event
Where: Butler County Health Department, 206 N Griffith St, Suite B, El Dorado, KS
Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Douglas County

Tuesday, February 1, 2022
What: Just Food of Douglas County, Vaccine and Testing Event
Vaccines Offered: Pfizer and Moderna
Where: 1000 E 11th St, Lawrence, KS
Hours: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Jackson County 

Tuesday, January 25, 2022
What: PBPN Health Center, Vaccine and Testing Event
Vaccines Offered: Pfizer and Moderna
Where: Prairie Band Potawatomi Health Center, 11400 158th Rd, Mayetta, KS
Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Vaccines available for children ages 5 – 11

Johnson County

Every Monday - Saurday, January 2022
What: Johnson County Community College, Testing Event
Where: 12345 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS
Hours: 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Every Monday - Saurday, January 2022
What: Church of the Resurrection, Testing Event
Where: 5009 W 137th St, Leawood, KS
Hours: 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Pottawatomie County

Wednesday, January 26, 2022
What: Pottawatomie County, Testing Event
Where: 503 Elm St, Wamego, KS 
Hours: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Shawnee County 

Every Thursday and Friday from Thursday, January 20, 2022 - Friday, January 28, 2022 (Except Friday, January 21) 
What: Shawnee Museum Clinic, Vaccine Event
Vaccines Offered: Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson
Where: Kansas History Museum, 6425 SW 6th Ave, Topeka, KS
Hours: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Vaccines available for children ages 5 – 11. Save time and schedule your vaccine online: VaccinateKansas.ks.gov.

Saturday, February 5, 2022 
What: Shawnee Heights Middle School, Vaccine Event*
Vaccines Offered: Pfizer and Moderna
Where: 4335 SE Shawnee Heights Rd. Tecumseh, KS
Hours: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. 
Vaccines available for children ages 5 – 11

Sumner County

Wednesay, January 26
What: Kansas Star Casino, Vaccine Event
Vaccines Offered: Pfizer and Moderna
Where: 777 Kansas Star Dr, Mulvane, KS
Hours: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Vaccines available for children ages 5 – 11

Wyandotte County 

Monday, January 10, 2022 and Monday, January 31, 2022
What: Cross-Lines Community Outreach, Vaccine and Testing Event
Vaccines Offered: Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson
Where: Cross-Lines, 736 Shawnee Ave, Kansas City, KS
Hours: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Additional Testing Sites

New testing sites will be opened to reduce wait times. KDHE is currently working to add new testing sites, beginning with the following locations:

• Johnson County – Shawnee Mission Park, opening January 22
• Johnson County – Roeland Park Community Center, opening January 21
• Ellis County – Big Creek Crossing, opening January 21
• Crawford County – Countryside Christian Church, opening January 24

Please note, additional vaccine and testing events may be happening in communities across the state. Please check with your local health department for events that may not be listed.

To find a free testing location in your community, or guidance about who should get tested, visit: knowbeforeyougoKS.com. 

To learn more about the vaccines and schedule a vaccination appointment, visit: kansasvaccine.gov/.

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