Local calendar
60 upcoming events near Wichita. Each card links back to the source, so you can check the details before you go.
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Community & civic
Wichita, KS
The National Baseball Congress World Series brings amateur and semipro teams to Wichita for more than a week of games. It is a long-running summer tradition in the city.
Pickleball & rec
Three-day pass
Wichita · Wichita, KS
Wichita
Spend three days with open play courts, demo courts and a vendor floor at this pickleball convention with an access pass.
Classes & arts
6 to 8:30 p.m.
Wichita Art Museum · Wichita, KS
Wichita Art Museum
Celebrate the de la Torre Brothers' Collidoscope exhibition at a lively free pop-up party with art and atmosphere.
Community & civic
Fri 6 to 9 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sun 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Wichita, KS
This free fine-art fair at Bradley Fair draws painters, sculptors and makers for a fall weekend by the water. Hours run Friday evening, all day Saturday and Sunday afternoon.
Theater & film
Evening
Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center · Wichita, KS
Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center
See the touring production of the beloved musical Les Miserables at Century II.
Tastings
6 p.m. to midnight
Sedgwick County Zoo · Wichita, KS
Sedgwick County Zoo
Sip drinks and sample bites from local establishments with live music at the zoo's wildest grown-up fundraiser.
Food festivals
Starts noon
Wichita, KS
Teams set up along Douglas Avenue and you pay $5 to taste your way down the block. It is a fundraiser for the Wagonmasters' Good Life Grant program and starts around noon.
Theater & film
Wichita, KS
Tallgrass screens independent films around Wichita over four days each October, with passes and single tickets from about $10. It is the city's main film event.
Food festivals
Starts 5 p.m.
Century II Convention Hall · Wichita, KS
Century II Convention Hall
Sample Asian cuisines and watch cultural performances at the 45th annual celebration of Wichita's Asian communities.
Food festivals
5 to 9:30 p.m.
Wichita Boathouse, 515 S. Wichita · Wichita, KS
Wichita Boathouse, 515 S. Wichita
Graze your way through local food trucks like Jive Turkey BBQ and Big Granny's with drinks and local makers at the riverside Boathouse.
Pickleball & rec
9 to 11 a.m.
Wichita Park and Recreation · Wichita, KS
Wichita Park and Recreation
Learn the rules and fundamentals of pickleball in a beginner-friendly morning session with Wichita Park and Rec.
Music & concerts
7:30 p.m.
INTRUST Bank Arena · Wichita, KS
INTRUST Bank Arena
Laugh and sing along as Weird Al brings his Bigger & Weirder tour to the arena.
Senior programs
Daytime hours
Four Wichita senior centers · Wichita, KS
Four Wichita senior centers
Join pickleball, dance, crafts, computer classes, bingo and more for a $35 annual membership across four senior centers for those 55 and up.
Markets
8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Old Town, 835 East 1st Street North · Wichita, KS
Old Town, 835 East 1st Street North
Shop Wichita's signature Saturday market in historic Old Town for farm-fresh produce, baked goods and handmade art.
Food festivals
All day
Derby, near Wichita · Wichita, KS
Derby, near Wichita
Dig into barbecue from hot grills with cold beer and live music at this summer BBQ festival just outside the city.
Music & concerts
8 p.m.
Central Standard Brewing · Wichita, KS
Central Standard Brewing
Hear blues-rooted local favorites Dustin Arbuckle & the Damnations play a summer night at the brewery.
Tastings
Afternoon
Heartland Credit Union Arena · Wichita, KS
Heartland Credit Union Arena
Vote for the best beer and bacon dish, add on a bourbon tasting and enjoy live music from the Roy Isern Band.
Community & civic
Evening
Wichita · Wichita, KS
Wichita
Decorate and float a glowing lantern on the water at this serene summer evening festival.
Lifelong learning
In-person classes 1 to 3 p.m.
Wichita State University · Wichita, KS
Wichita State University
Take lecture-based courses in history, art, science and literature free for Kansans 60 and older through WSU's Lifelong Learning program.
Music & concerts
Patio opens 5:30 p.m., music 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Botanica, The Wichita Gardens · Wichita, KS
Botanica, The Wichita Gardens
Bring a chair and enjoy live bands like MoodSwingz, Prairie Smoke and Lucky People on the garden terrace each Tuesday evening in June.
Classes & arts
Open until 9 p.m.
Wichita Art Museum · Wichita, KS
Wichita Art Museum
The museum stays open free every Friday night with a rotating mix of artist talks, live music and artmaking.
Community & civic
7 to 11 p.m.
Old Cowtown Museum, 1865 W. Museum Blvd. · Wichita, KS
Old Cowtown Museum, 1865 W. Museum Blvd.
Step back into the 1870s for an after-hours event at Wichita's living-history Cowtown Museum.
Music & concerts
Evening
INTRUST Bank Arena · Wichita, KS
INTRUST Bank Arena
Hear rock favorites from Bryan Adams in concert at the arena.
Community & civic
All day
Wichita · Wichita, KS
Wichita
Celebrate the LGBTQ community at Wichita's annual summer Pride festival with music, vendors and entertainment.
Senior programs
Various
Wichita recreation centers · Wichita, KS
Wichita recreation centers
Stay active and social through the city's senior recreation programs and Golden Age Clubs built for older adults.
Lifelong learning
Various
Wichita Public Library branches · Wichita, KS
Wichita Public Library branches
Drop in for free book clubs, technology classes, films and lectures listed on the library's rolling events calendar.
Classes & arts
Evening
Downtown Wichita galleries · Wichita, KS
Downtown Wichita galleries
Stroll free gallery openings across downtown on the first Friday of every month, with artist demos and live music at many stops.
Tastings
6 p.m.
Auburn Spirits, Towne East Square · Wichita, KS
Auburn Spirits, Towne East Square
Taste through a curated flight and pick up wine knowledge with Jordan from Handcrafted at this evening tasting.
Classes & arts
6 to 8 p.m.
Botanica, The Wichita Gardens · Wichita, KS
Botanica, The Wichita Gardens
Learn American Mah Jongg rules and strategy from veteran local instructors in a relaxed garden setting.
Music & concerts
Afternoon to evening
Wichita Brewing Co. Delano · Wichita, KS
Wichita Brewing Co. Delano
Sip a local pour and catch live music from area artists at the brewery's recurring Sunday sessions.
Music & concerts
8:30 to 10 p.m.
Crossroad Construction Kennedy Plaza Concert Stage · Wichita, KS
Crossroad Construction Kennedy Plaza Concert Stage
Catch country mainstay Jake Owen headline the Kennedy Plaza stage during Riverfest, included with your festival button.
Pickleball & rec
Various times
Courts across the Wichita area · Wichita, KS
Courts across the Wichita area
Drop in for open pickleball play at courts all over the metro using the sortable area-wide open play schedule.
Music & concerts
Evening
INTRUST Bank Arena · Wichita, KS
INTRUST Bank Arena
Catch country headliner Jason Aldean live at the downtown arena.
Tastings
Evening
Auburn Spirits, Wichita · Wichita, KS
Auburn Spirits, Wichita
Sample and learn about wines at a guided educational tasting on Wichita's west side.
Outdoors & nature
9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Sedgwick County Zoo, 5555 W. Zoo Blvd. · Wichita, KS
Sedgwick County Zoo, 5555 W. Zoo Blvd.
Beat the heat with extended evening zoo hours and a discounted $10 admission every Tuesday in July.
Tastings
Evening
Old Town, Wichita · Wichita, KS
Old Town, Wichita
Sip and savor wines while supporting the Guadalupe Health Foundation at this Old Town tasting benefit.
Outdoors & nature
Daily 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Botanica, The Wichita Gardens · Wichita, KS
Botanica, The Wichita Gardens
Wander the gardens among monumental metal origami sculptures by Santa Fe artists Jennifer and Kevin Box, with a call-in audio tour.
Markets
7 a.m. to noon
Sedgwick County Extension Office, 7001 W. 21st St. N. · Wichita, KS
Sedgwick County Extension Office, 7001 W. 21st St. N.
Browse local meats, flowers, produce and handmade goods every Saturday morning at the 21st and Ridge market.
Theater & film
Multiple showtimes
Exploration Place · Wichita, KS
Exploration Place
Settle into the dome for an immersive Kansas experience or a Lasers of Oz show at Kansas' premier science center.
Markets
8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Wichita, KS
Every Saturday morning the Old Town market fills with produce, baked goods, flowers, handmade art and live music. It runs weekly from April into the third week of December and admission is free.
Theater & film
7 p.m.
Century II Mary Jane Teall Theater · Wichita, KS
Century II Mary Jane Teall Theater
See Indiana Jones on the big screen as the Orpheum's monthly classic-film series rolls on while the theatre is restored.
Theater & film
7 p.m.
Century II Mary Jane Teall Theater · Wichita, KS
Century II Mary Jane Teall Theater
Catch the 1971 classic Shaft on the big screen in the Orpheum's monthly anniversary film series.
Theater & film
7 p.m.
Century II Mary Jane Teall Theater · Wichita, KS
Century II Mary Jane Teall Theater
Enjoy the whimsical French favorite Amelie on the big screen in the monthly Orpheum film series.
Theater & film
7 p.m.
Orpheum Theatre · Wichita, KS
Orpheum Theatre
Watch Orson Welles' Citizen Kane as the film series returns home to the restored Orpheum Theatre.
Classes & arts
Once a week, 2 hours, for 4 weeks
Wichita Pottery, 300 N Meridian · Wichita, KS
Wichita Pottery, 300 N Meridian
Get your hands in the clay with four-week pottery classes that start the first week of each month at this working studio.
Music & concerts
Wichita, KS
On the last Friday of the month through October, the city hosts a free, free-flowing music jam from the FR3EDM crew. It is a relaxed, no-ticket way to hear live music.
Music & concerts
7 p.m.
INTRUST Bank Arena · Wichita, KS
INTRUST Bank Arena
See country superstar Luke Bryan headline the arena on his Word On The Street Tour.
Markets
1709 W Douglas , Wichita, Kansas 67213 · Wichita, KS
1709 W Douglas , Wichita, Kansas 67213
Open: August to September; <br>Available Products: Fresh fruits;Fresh vegetables;Baked goods;Canned or preserved fruits/vegetables;Coffee/tea;Crafts/woodworking items;Eggs;Honey;Prepared foods;Red/oth
Community & civic
Wichita Public Library · Wichita, KS
Wichita Public Library
Learn tips and tricks for sewing with silk and satin fabrics by making a satin-lined sleep bonnet. Space is limited and registration is required. Visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register.
Community & civic
Wichita Public Library · Wichita, KS
Wichita Public Library
Excel spreadsheets allow you to easily store, organize and modify data.
Community & civic
Wichita Public Library · Wichita, KS
Wichita Public Library
Learn about the library's Bambu Lab P1S 3D printer and how to use the Bambu Studio slicer software to adjust settings to optimize prints.
Lifelong learning
Wichita Public Library · Wichita, KS
Wichita Public Library
Join fellow book lovers for an introverted reading hour!
Community & civic
Wichita Public Library · Wichita, KS
Wichita Public Library
Making friends as an adult can be difficult. Whether you're looking to widen your circle, reconnect with community, or just curious about how friendships grow, this program is for you!
Community & civic
Wichita Public Library · Wichita, KS
Wichita Public Library
Use the sort and filter features in Excel to organize your data so you can find the information you are looking for easily.
Community & civic
Wichita Public Library · Wichita, KS
Wichita Public Library
Learn how to make Excel do the work for you by using commonly accessed formulas and functions such as SUM and IF while exploring the differences between absolute and relative references.
Community & civic
Wichita Public Library · Wichita, KS
Wichita Public Library
Take a more in-depth tour of Design Space and learn more complicated design techniques.
Classes & arts
Wichita Public Library · Wichita, KS
Wichita Public Library
Join our growing community of writers to learn more about the craft of writing and receive feedback on your own Works-in-Progress. Register online or call 316-261-8500.
Lifelong learning
Wichita Public Library · Wichita, KS
Wichita Public Library
Looking to broaden your reading horizons? Join us for this quarterly book club that explores diverse authors and perspectives. Call 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register.
Community & civic
Wichita Public Library · Wichita, KS
Wichita Public Library
Learn all the basics of operating a sewing machine, including threading the machine, troubleshooting common mistakes, and more. Call 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org to register.
Community & civic
Wichita Public Library · Wichita, KS
Wichita Public Library
Learn some additional functions such as SUMIF and COUNTIF while reviewing the concepts of absolute vs. relative references.
