Together with NewMarket Square

Santa’s heading to NewMarket Square on Sunday, Dec. 7 from 11 AM–2 PM! Bring the family to meet Santa, snap photos with The Grinch and Cindy Lou Who, and see Santa’s real reindeer.

Enjoy free Cocoa Dolce hot chocolate and enter to win a Sedgwick County Zoo Family Membership.

NewMarket Square is also collecting donations for Catholic Charities. Bring a gift (babies–teens, household items, or small kitchen appliances) and be entered to win one of two $250 Visa gift cards.

Don’t miss this magical afternoon at the Fountain Plaza across from Barnes & Noble.

Weekend

🎭 MTWichita Holiday Extravaganza
Century II Concert Hall | 12/5 – 12/7 | 🎟 $42+
A festive Broadway-style holiday revue featuring MTWichita performers, local musicians, and plenty of Christmas spirit.

🎅 Holidaze of Our Lives
Roxy’s Downtown | Now – 12/21 | 🎟 $30+
A hilarious, feel-good holiday cabaret from Wichita’s favorite theater troupe.

🐉 Wild Lights
Sedgwick County Zoo | Now – 12/21 | 🎟 $14+
Massive glowing lanterns and illuminated animal sculptures light up the zoo each evening.

💡 Illuminations
Botanica | Now – 1/3 | 🎟 $19 adults / $12 kids
Two million lights, 15 acres of magic — a Wichita holiday tradition.

🚁 Helicopter Holiday Light Tours
Downtown Wichita | Now – 12/28 | 🎟 $350
Soar over Wichita’s twinkling lights for a holiday view like no other.

🚂 Watson’s Christmas Express
OJ Watson Park | Fri–Sun thru 12/21 | 🎟 $15
Hop aboard a festive train ride with lights, Santa visits, and treats.

🎶 Jingle Jam
Riverside Family Music | 12/1 – 12/21
Interactive holiday music classes for young children and families.

🎭 Almost, Maine
Wichita Community Theatre | 12/4 – 12/14 | 🎟 $16+
Nine interwoven love stories set on a snowy night in the fictional town of Almost, Maine.

❄️ Somewhere in Winter
250 N Saint Francis Ave | Now – 1/4 | 🎟 $15 rink entry / Free festival access
Downtown holiday festival with a real ice rink, art market, music, and lights.

🪟 Downtown Wichita Window Wonderland
Downtown Storefronts | Now – 1/1 | Free
Local businesses transform their windows into holiday art displays.

🌲 Old Fashioned Christmas
Prairie Pines | Now – 12/23
Bonfires, hot cocoa, wagon rides, and a classic holiday play in a rustic setting.

🚶 Holiday Strolls
Bradley Fair Shopping Center | Sundays 12/7 – 12/21 | Free
Live music and holiday photo ops during Bradley Fair’s Sunday strolls.

🎩 Victorian Christmas
Old Cowtown Museum | 12/5–6 & 12/12–13 | 🎟 $5+
Step back to the 1800s for carolers, candlelight, and old-fashioned cheer.

💃 Metropolitan Ballet Presents “The Nutcracker”
Century II | 12/6 – 12/7 | 🎟 $18+
A beloved holiday classic performed by Metropolitan Ballet Wichita.

🎄 A Country Christmas
Fulton Valley Farms | Thru 12/7 & 12/12 | 🎟 $15+
Holiday light walks, live reindeer, and Santa visits in the countryside.

🏠 Gingerbread Village
Exploration Place | 12/6 – 12/7 | 🎟 $12+
Decorate cookies and admire creative gingerbread houses.

🎁 Christmas Market
Elderslie Farm | 12/6 – 12/7
Shop artisan gifts and enjoy warm drinks on the farm.

Thursday 12/4

🍸 Mistletoe & Martinis Holiday Pop-Up
Marriott | 5 pm
Sip festive cocktails and browse holiday vendors at this annual pop-up event.

🎤 Christmas with the Rat Pack
Century II | 7:30 pm | 🎟 $54+
A swingin’ tribute to Frank, Dean & Sammy filled with holiday classics.

🎧 Vinyl Night
Pennant Coffee & Good Company | Every Thursday | Free
Spin records and share your favorite albums with fellow music lovers.

🎶 Candlelight: Queen vs ABBA
Kansas Aviation Museum | 7 pm | 🎟 $33+
A live string tribute to two music legends — by candlelight.

🎹 Jackie Myers Returns
Walker’s Jazz Lounge | 7 pm
Wichita-born jazz pianist and vocalist returns for an intimate show.

🎨 First Friday @ The Dive
The Dive Beach Bar | 8 pm | Free
Live art, music, and cocktails celebrating local creatives.

Friday 12/5

🌲Winter Wonderland
Naftzger Park | 6-8pm | Free

Step into the enchantment of the holiday season at Wichita Park & Recreation’s Winter Wonderland.

🖼️ Out of the Ordinary: The Art of Reuse, Repurpose and Reinvention
The Ice House | 4 pm | Free
Eco-inspired art exhibit showcasing Wichita artists who turn trash into treasure.

🎨 Art House 310 First Friday: Dominique Joiner & Angie Evans
Art House 310 | 6 pm | Free
A First Friday gallery reception featuring local painters and makers.

🎭 Salon Spectacular: Harvester Arts Fundraiser
Harvester Arts | 6 pm | Free
Celebrate Wichita’s creative community with art, music, and fundraising fun.

🎶 WSU 62nd Annual Candlelight Concert
Wichita State University | 7:30 pm | 🎟 $6-12
Student choirs and ensembles perform holiday favorites by candlelight.

🎤 Darci Lynne & Friends Live
Crown Uptown Theatre | 8 pm | 🎟 $35+
America’s Got Talent winner Darci Lynne brings her ventriloquism and humor home for the holidays.

🛼 Adult Skate Night
Carousel Skate Center | 9:30 pm | 🎟 $10, $4 for skate rental
Roller skating for grown-ups with themed music and neon fun.

Together with Ballet Wichita

🎄✨ Get swept away by the magic of the season with Ballet Wichita’s 51st annual production of The Nutcracker.

From December 19–21, 2025 at Century II Concert Hall, enjoy live Tchaikovsky music, stunning costumes, and world-class dancing as Clara, the Nutcracker Prince, and the Sugar Plum Fairy transport you to the Land of Sweets.

A Wichita holiday tradition for all ages.

Tickets are on sale now and seats go fast. 🎟️

Saturday 12/6

🏃 La Rosa Run 3K
Central & Topeka Start Line | 10 am | 🎟 $21.50
A family-friendly fun run celebrating Latinx culture and community.

🏓 Serve the Season Pickleball Tournament & Toy Drive
Tap N Paddles | All day | Donation entry

Play pickleball while donating toys for kids in need.

🌽 Old Town Farm & Art Market — Holiday Season
Old Town Square | Saturdays thru 12/20 | Free
Wichita’s signature market goes festive with seasonal vendors and treats.

🎁 Home for the Holidays
Commerce Club | Noon
Holiday luncheon and fundraiser for local nonprofits.

🌹 Holiday Centerpiece Workshop
Botanica | 10 am | 🎟 $95+
Design your own floral centerpiece with Botanica’s garden experts.

🛍️ Bella Bonita Designs Grand Opening
Bella Bonita Designs | 10 am | Free
Celebrate the boutique’s opening with exclusive deals and giveaways.

🎨 Family ArtVenture: Holiday Open House
Wichita Art Museum | 11 am | Free

Art activities and performances for families celebrating the season.

🎶 Handpan Dan
Haysville Community Library | 4:30 pm | Free
Relax to soothing handpan melodies in this unique instrumental performance.

🎩 Victorian Christmas
Old Cowtown Museum | 7 pm | 🎟 $10
Evening event with Victorian-era carols, candlelight, and holiday magic.

🎁 Holiday Craft Fair
Risen Savior Lutheran Church | 9 am | Free
Local crafters and vendors offering handmade holiday gifts.

Sunday 11/16

🎅 Santa and The Grinch Meet & Greet
NewMarket Square | All day | Free
Snap photos and share your wish list with Santa and the Grinch.

🍳 Hangover Brunch: Soul Food Edition
Sweet Spot | 11 am | 🎟 $63+

A soul-food-themed brunch with live music and cocktails by Festive ICT.

🎅 Handpan Santa
Drury Plaza Hotel Broadview | 11 am | Free
Holiday tunes on handpan drums from Santa himself.

🚶 Holiday Strolls
Bradley Fair Shopping Center | 2 pm | Free
Leisurely walks through Bradley Fair with live music and photo spots.

🎬 National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation
Century II | 7pm | 🎟 $15
Watch the holiday comedy classic on the big screen with a crowd.

🍽️ Experience a Taste of Palestine: A Cultural Immersion Event
Egg Cetera | 6pm | 🎟 $88
A multi-course meal and cultural experience highlighting Palestinian food and stories.

🎲 Manda’s Merry Mayhem: A Holiday Bitchy Bingo
White Crow | 12/7
Raunchy holiday bingo with prizes, laughs, and over-the-top merriment.

Click here to see our full event calendar!

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