Together with Wichita Riverfest

Take your mark for the 49th annual Riverfest Fidelity Bank River Run on May 31, 2025.

Don’t wait anymore to register! There’s a race event for every age and competitive level such as:

• 10k, Wheelchair Race & 5k, Family Fun Run / Walk (1 mile) (no early bird), Tot Trot for ages 2-7

Registration deadline is May 28, 2025.

Exciting new route to be announced soon!

Early bird registration for the Fidelity Bank River Run is officially live as well where you can save on the entry fee.

All registrants will receive a t-shirt, medallion, and Riverfest button (good for all 9 days!)

Weekend

FIGURE SKATING ⛸️
US Figure Skating Championships | INTRUST Bank Arena | 1/20 - 1/26

Watch top figure skaters compete in this prestigious championship event. These are world-class, olympic level athletes! If you missed our Deep Dive Wednesday for more details, click here. Tickets start at $23.

MUSICAL 🎭
[title of show] YES that’s the name of the show! | Roxy’s Downtown | All Weekend

Roxy’s is one of the premiere performing arts centers in Wichita. Come check out a hilarious and heartwarming musical about four friends creating a musical. Yes, [title of show] is the actual title of the show.

RODEO 🐂
PRCA Rodeo | Park City Arena | 1/24 - 1/26
Experience the thrill of bull riding, barrel racing, and other rodeo events. Tickets start at $24.

MARKETPLACE 🛍️
Wichita Flea Market | Century II | 1/25 - 1/26
Shop local vendors offering unique and vintage items at this fun-filled market. Admission is $4.

HOLISTIC FAIR 🌿
Alternative and Holistic Fair | Holiday Inn | 1/24 - 1/26
Explore holistic health vendors, workshops, and spiritual offerings. Tickets start at $3.

Films

CLASSIC MUSICAL 🎶
Saturday Night Fever Screening | Tallgrass Film Association | 1/23 @ 7pm
Experience the disco era with this iconic film. Tickets are $10.

SCI-FI SCREENING 🎥
Madame Mae Presents: Signs | Emily Bonavia Tallgrass Film Center | 1/24 @ 7pm
Catch this modern classic sci-fi thriller. Tickets are $10.

DRAMA SCREENING 🎥
Brawl in Cell Block 99 | Emily Bonavia Tallgrass Film Center | 1/25 @ 7pm
Watch this gritty action-packed drama on the big screen. Tickets are $10.

LOCAL FILM SHOWCASE 🎥
The Chronocular Device & Unwarranted: The Senseless Death of Journalist Joan Meyer | Emily Bonavia Tallgrass Film Center | 1/26 @ 4pm
A showcase of thought-provoking, locally produced films. Tickets are $10.

Thursday 1/23

AUTHOR EVENT 📚
In Store Event with Laurie Dove | Watermark | 6pm
Join author Laurie Dove for a discussion and book signing. Free entry.

WELLNESS WORKSHOP 🌟
Take Flight | Marina Office Park | 6pm
Empower your wellness journey with this inspirational workshop. Tickets are $35 (members), $40 (nonmembers).

Friday 1/24

THEMED PARTY 🎉
Back to the 80’s Party | WAVE | 8pm

Get your leg warmers and neon gear ready for this retro dance party. Tickets are $8.

ART WORKSHOP 🎨
Magical Ocean Night Light by Nanetta Bananto | 222 N Washington | 6pm
Create a beautiful ocean-themed night light in this guided class. Tickets are $45.

COMEDY 🎭
Live Improv | Flying Pig | 8pm
Laugh along with an evening of interactive improv performances. Tickets are $15.

Together with Cirque du Soleil OVO

From mighty crickets bouncing off trampolines to a hypnotic spider contorting inside her web, OVO exudes extraordinary showmanship to tickle the imagination. Funny and chaotic, yet adorable and wonderful, OVO charms our inner child with its sweet exuberance.

Comprised of 100 people from 25 different countries, including 52 artists, OVO (“egg” in Portuguese) brings to the stage high-level acrobatic acts redefining the limits of the human body.

You doj’t want to miss this one of a kind show at INTRUST Bank Arena from February 7th to 9th!

Saturday 1/25

ADULT HOMECOMING 🎉
Winter Wonderland Adult Homecoming (21+) | Kansas Aviation Museum | 7pm

Relive your high school dance days at this fun 21+ event. Tickets are $40, $65 for VIP.

LECTURE SERIES 🎓
Winter Lecture Series - Preserving Native Culture in Modern Times | Old Cowtown Museum | 2pm
Learn about efforts to preserve Native culture in today’s world. Admission is $3.

CULTURAL CELEBRATION 🌙
Lunar New Year Celebration | Advanced Learning Library | 2pm
Celebrate the Year of the Dragon with activities and performances. Free entry.

BASKETBALL GAME 🏀
WSU Women’s Basketball vs UAB | Charles Koch Arena | 2pm
Cheer on the Wichita State Shockers as they face UAB in an exciting women’s basketball game.

MYSTERY DINNER 🎭
The Dinner Detective Comedy Mystery Dinner Show | Marriott | 6pm
Enjoy a hilarious interactive dinner show where you become part of the mystery. Tickets start at $59.95.

COMEDY SHOW 🎭
Laughing with the Stars | Newman U Performance Hall | 7pm
A night of laughs featuring local comedians. Tickets start at $75.

CONCERTS 🎵
Stayin’ Alive | Orpheum | 7:30pm
Celebrate the Bee Gees' music in this incredible tribute show. Tickets start at $35.

Time for Three | Concert Hall | 7:30pm
An innovative trio blending classical and contemporary music. Tickets start at $40.

PARTY 🎉

Artichoke 41st Anniversary Bash! | Artichoke Sandwich Bar | 7:30pm
Celebrate 41 years of great food and music. Free entry.

SHOWTIME 🌟

Asian Variety Show | Kansas Star Casino | 8pm
Enjoy a night of performances featuring Asian talent. Tickets start at $25.

Wichita Dinner Party

Did you catch this week’s guest on the Wichita Dinner Party?

Coming Soon…

• Public Paranormal Investigation | Kansas Aviation Museum | 2/1

• Matt Mathews | Century II | 2/2

• Cirque du Soleil: OVO | INTRUST Bank Arena | 2/7 - 2/9

• Rhea Lana Consignment | Century II | 2/23 - 2/28

• The Book off Mormon | Century II | 2/14 - 2/16

• Star Wars Night - Wichita Thunder | INTRUST Bank Arena | 2/15