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🌾 What's happening in Wichita this weekend? (11/13 - 11/16)

🌾 What's happening in Wichita this weekend? (11/13 - 11/16)

Rundown of the events this weekend

Landon Huslig
November 13, 2025

TOGETHER WITH

Good morning, Wichita!

If you missed the Northern lights, don’t worry - some fellow readers sent in a few pictures.

Let's get to it!

- Landon Huslig

Together with The City of Wichita

Mark Your Calendars

Watson’s Christmas Express is back and it’s pure holiday magic.

Snag a VIP spot for the full Polar Express experience (storytime, crafts, campfire s’mores, hot chocolate, and a train ride to meet Santa). Or come during general admission and build your own adventure. A cozy, twinkly, family-friendly night that feels straight out of a Christmas movie. 🎄🚂✨

Weekend

🌲 Wild Lights
SCZ | Now Open!
Sedgwick County Zoo’s illuminated lantern festival returns for the season.

🧛 Rocky Horror Show
Roxy’s Downtown | 10/10 – 11/16 | $42
Wichita’s cult-classic musical full of costumes, audience callbacks, and campy fun.

🎭 Holidaze of Our Lives
Mosley Street Melodrama | 11/14 – 12/21 | $33+
A holiday musical comedy filled with laughs, singing and local humor.

🛍️ Wichita Flea Market
Century II | 11/15 – 11/16 | $5+
Shop hundreds of local vendors for vintage finds, antiques and handmade goods.

🎭 Melodrama at Cowtown: “Heapin’ Holiday Helpin’ or… Her Cooking Was Tragically Delicious”
Cowtown | 11/14 – 11/16 & 11/21 – 11/23 | $7 for kids, $15 for adults
A hilarious holiday melodrama performed in Old Cowtown’s historic setting.

Thursday 11/13

🍹 Flocktail
Sedgwick County Zoo | 6 pm | $14+

Sip cocktails and explore the zoo after hours with live music and wildlife.

🕯️ Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
Kansas Aviation Museum | 12:30 pm | $33+
Enjoy orchestral covers of two modern rock icons by candlelight.

🥃 Cocktails with the Curator: Shots of History Edition
Museum of World Treasures | 5 pm | $7
Explore fascinating artifacts and stories with a drink in hand.

📚 In Store Event with David Tromblay
Watermark Books | 6 pm
Meet the author and hear insights on his latest work.

🌿 Upcycled Wreath Party
ReCreate | 6:30 pm | $10
Craft eco-friendly holiday wreaths from repurposed materials.

🎬 Reverie Impact Cinema: Selma Screening
Tallgrass Film Association | 7 pm | $12
Watch the powerful film Selma with post-screening discussion.

💬 Pitch-a-Friend
Vorshay’s Cocktail Lounge | 7 pm | Free

Wichita’s fun networking mixer where you “pitch” your friends for dates.

🧠 The More You Gnome Trivia Night
Hopping Gnome | 7:30 pm | Free
Weekly trivia night with beer, bragging rights and gnome puns.

Friday 11/14

🏛️ Allen House’s Holiday Wright Style
WSU | 5:30 pm | $25
Tour the Frank Lloyd Wright Allen House decked out for the holidays.

🎭 Theater Anniversary Mega Show
Flying Pig Improv | 8 pm | $15
Celebrate ten years of improv with Wichita’s funniest performers.

🎶 Mamma Mia and ABBA Music Bingo
White Crow Cider | 7 pm | Free
Play music bingo to ABBA hits while enjoying craft cider.

🤠 National Finals Steer Roping
Kansas Star Event Center | 7 pm | $41
Watch top cowboys compete for a national title in the arena.

🎬 Age Group Winner Screening + Q&A with Alexandra Helgerson
Tallgrass Film Association | 7 pm | $12
Special film screening and conversation with a local filmmaker.

🛼 Adult Night (21+)
Carousel Skate Center | 9:30 pm | $10, $4 for skates
Adults-only skate night with DJ music and costumes.

Together with the Wichita Sport Commission

🏃‍♀️ The Wichita Turkey Trot turns 50! 🦃

Celebrate Kansas’ longest-running Thanksgiving tradition on Saturday, November 22, with a 10-mile run, 2-mile fun run/walk, and Tiny Turkey Trot — now presented by Dillons!

The first 2,000 participants get a $10 turkey voucher from Dillons. Bring a jar of peanut butter or donate to support the Kansas Food Bank, helping families enjoy a holiday meal together.

🎟️ Register today at wichitasports.com and be part of this milestone celebration of health, community, and giving back!

Saturday 11/15

🎸 Joe Walsh and Friends present VetsAid
INTRUST Bank Arena | 6 pm | $52+

Rock legends unite for a benefit concert supporting veterans.

🥏 South Central Regional Cornhole
Chicken N Pickle | 9 am
Competitive cornhole tournament for all skill levels.

🚗 Wichita Diecast Show
K-State Research & Extension | 10 am | Free
Mini-car collectors showcase and trade event.

📚 Used Book Sale
Advanced Learning Library | 10 am
Thousands of gently used books benefiting the library.

🛍️ Holiday Market Season
Old Town Farm & Art Market | 10 am | Free
Shop holiday crafts, art and seasonal foods downtown.

🎉 Justin Favela’s Family Fiesta
Ulrich Museum | 3 pm | Free
A colorful community celebration of art and family fun.

📚 Grown Up Book Fair
Hopping Gnome | 3 pm
Nostalgic book fair for adults — with beer and bookish swag.

🎬 Age Group Winner Screening + Q&A (Encore)
Tallgrass Film Association | 3 pm | $8
Second showing with live discussion from the filmmaker.

🕵️ The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show
Marriott | 6 pm | $69+
Solve a mystery over dinner in this interactive whodunit experience.

🎨 Zoo Art Fair
SCZ | 10 am | Free
Artists showcase wildlife-inspired works throughout the zoo.

💃 United We Dance
The Cotillion | 8:30 pm | $15
Community dance party celebrating unity and movement.

🐾 Beauties & Beasts Fur Ball
The Hudson | 6 pm | Tickets now closed
Formal fundraiser supporting Wichita’s animal rescue efforts.

Sunday 11/16

🎄 Pentatonix Christmas in the City Tour
INTRUST Bank Arena | 7 pm | $51+

Grammy-winning a cappella group kicks off the holiday season live in Wichita.

🃏 Spades, With Love: Family Game Night & Community Giveback
Strategic Workspace | 4 pm | Free
An evening of games, food and community support for local families.

👑 2026 Miss ICT Pageant Preliminary Show
Duerksen Fine Arts Center | 7 pm | $25
Local contestants compete for the Miss ICT crown and scholarship awards.

🎬 Harmons & Hollywood Presents: The Adventures of Robin Hood
Tallgrass Film Association | 4 pm | $8
Classic film screening celebrating Hollywood’s Golden Age.