Together with Meritrust Credit Union

Open Streets ICT Douglas is back this weekend. It is when Wichita comes together to walk, bike, and play in the heart of our city.

It’s a day to celebrate what makes our community special, and Meritrust Credit Union will be right there in the middle of it with two tents full of fun.

Tent One: Enjoy a live balloon artist making creations on the spot.

Tent Two: Try your hand at the Pop-A-Shot game for a chance to snag exclusive WSU xMeritrustswag and enter to win a pair of WSU Basketball tickets!

Stop by and join the fun!

Weekend

🏡 Parade of Homes
All over Wichita | 9/27 – 9/28 & 10/4 – 10/5

Tour Wichita’s newest homes and neighborhoods. Free and self-guided.

🖼️ Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience
3535 N Rock Rd | Now Open | $21.90+

Walk inside Van Gogh’s masterpieces with this immersive art experience. Get 10% off when you use code VGWIC10 when you get your tickets here.

🎶 Evita
Roxy’s Downtown | 7/22 – 9/27 | $28+
The story of Eva Perón brought to life with stunning music.

🍽️ ICT Restaurant Week
All Over | 9/25 – 9/27
Support local restaurants + fight hunger with every meal.

🎭 Frank Einstein
Mosley Street Melodrama | 9/19 – 11/1
This science-y spoof takes on mad genius and melodrama with dinner!

🎡 Greater Andover Days
Andover | 9/26 – 9/28

Parade, carnival, concerts, fireworks, and so much more.

🎶 Keys to My Heart
Century II | 9/26 – 9/27
A stage play about love, laughter, and letting go.

🎪 Paranormal Cirque
Towne East | 9/26 – 9/29
Acrobatics meets horror in this adults-only circus under the black and red tent.

🛡️ Great Plains Renaissance Festival
Sedgwick County Park | 9/27 – 9/28
Jousting, turkey legs, cosplay, and crafts — medieval madness awaits.

🛍️ Vintage Sidewalk Sale
Vintage Finds Antiques | 9/25 – 9/28
Discounts, décor, and dusty treasures — sidewalk sale style.

🍻 Oktoberfest
Elderslie Farm | 9/26 – 9/27
Live polka, brats, and bier at a charming countryside farm.

Thursday 9/25

Uncorked: Opening Possibilities for Little Learners
Grace Hill Winery | 5:45pm
Support early education while enjoying wine, hors d'oeuvres, and live auction fun.

A Wicked Sweet A’Fair
#6 Crestview Lake Estates | 5pm
Dessert tastings and boutique shopping supporting the Assistance League of Wichita.

First Draft Improv
Mosley Street Melodrama | 7pm
A hilarious night of improv with drink specials and audience participation.

Sip & Build
Exploration Place
Sip wine and build your own science-themed creation in the maker space.

Friday 9/26

🧚 K-Pop Huntrix Pop Star Day Camp
Enchanted Mermaid | 9am | Ticketed
Dance, sparkle, and sing at this fantasy-fueled K-pop camp.

🎬 Movie Day/Night
Grow | 10am | Free
All-day screening at Grow — a cozy movie day vibe.

🎉 WAM Nights: 90th Birthday Party!
Wichita Art Museum | 6pm | Free
Celebrate 90 years of art in Wichita with music and cake!

🎥 RiverFlix: Monsters University
Wichita Foundation Amphitheater | 6pm | Free
Outdoor movie night for the whole family — bring blankets!

🎡 Shocker State Fair
WSU Rhatigan Student Center | 4pm | Free
A fun campus event with games, prizes, and food trucks.

🛼 Adult Night (21+)
Carousel Skate Center | 9:30pm | $12
Break out your wheels for a grown-up night of jams.

🤝 W Community Impact Series: Volunteer Day
Exploration Place | 8am | Free
Lend a hand and make a difference with other local leaders.

Together with Equity Bank Park & The Wind Surge

Come out next Saturday, October 4th for a night at the ballpark with some country music.

Did you know that Caleb Lee Hutchinson was runner-up on the sixteenth season of American Idol (2018)?

He will be joined by TikTok sensation Noah James! Get your tickets today.

Saturday 9/27

🌶️ Wagonmasters Downtown Chili Cookoff
Downtown Wichita | 12pm | $5

Dozens of teams compete — you sample the chili. One of Wichita’s signature events!

🧺 Old Town Farm & Art Market
Farm & Art Plaza | 8am | Free
Live music, handmade goods, fresh bread, and local coffee.

🚗 Hot Wheels for Hot Meals Car Show
222 E Madison, Derby | 9am | Donation-based
Benefit event for Meals on Wheels — classic cars, music, and family fun.

🚂 Kansas Rail Fest
Great Plains Transportation Museum | 9am | $10
Train rides, railroad history, and model train displays — perfect for train lovers.

🛍️ Outdoor Vintage Market
Paramount Marketplace | 9am | Free
Vendors line the parking lot with vintage décor, clothing, and oddities.

👧 Wichita Children’s Business Fair
Bradley Fair | 10am | Free

Kidpreneurs showcase and sell their handmade products. Come support the next generation!

🎨 Kustomville USA: Art Show! Bands! Car Show!
The Cotillion | 10am | $10
Retro rides, vintage goods, live tunes and pin-up contests.

🐝 3rd Annual ICT Bee Fest
Mid-America All-Indian Museum | 10am | Free
Pollinator education, honey tastings, beekeeping demos, and more.

🎨 Family ArtVenture: 90 Years of WAM Education
Wichita Art Museum | 11am | Free
Hands-on art making and storytelling to celebrate WAM’s 90th birthday.

🍺 Oktoberfest Party
Brickyard | 12pm | $25
Seasonal beers and festive music in one of Wichita’s best patios.

⚾ Cowtown Vintage Base Ball
Old Cowtown Museum | 1pm | Included w/ admission
A 19th-century baseball game played in full costume!

🥃 Bourbon History Month Tasting
James & Rye | 4pm | $25
Celebrate Bourbon Heritage Month with a curated tasting and education session.

🌏 44th Annual Asian Festival
Century II | 5pm | $6.50 - $29.50

One of Wichita’s largest cultural festivals with food, performances, fashion, and vendors.

👟 Kicks for Kids 5K & Family Fun Night
Genesis Sports Complex, Goddard | 5pm | Fundraiser
5K, bounce houses, food trucks and more to benefit local youth.

🧪 Middle School Takeover
Exploration Place | 6pm | $18-12
Science, DJs, food and fun — for middle schoolers only!

🎥 Movie Night: Beauty and the Beast
Enchanted Mermaid | 6pm | $11
An enchanted screening with themed treats and decor.

🎨 Gurlgang Revolution
Harvester Arts | 6:30pm | $15
All-women art exhibit + community celebration.

Sunday 9/28

🚶‍♀️ Open Streets ICT
Downtown Douglas Ave | 12pm – 5pm | Free

Wichita’s biggest block party! Streets close to cars for biking, walking, music & food.

🛒 Open Streets ICT Local Food Market
Apollo Fermentations | 12pm | Free
Local vendors, crafts, snacks, and drinks during Open Streets.

🚗 Cars & Coconuts
Sharky’s Island Bites West | 9am | Free
Island vibes meet custom rides at this family-friendly car show.

🛍️ Shop & Grub
Exploration Place | 12pm – 5pm | Free
Pop-up vendors, music, and food trucks riverside.

🎶 Singo Sunday
Hopping Gnome | 3pm | Free
Music bingo + craft beer = Sunday fun.

🧠 Sun Trivia Night
The Shamrock | 7:30pm | Free
Wrap up the weekend with brews and brain games.

Coming Soon

• Shocktoberfest | WSU | 9/29 - 10/4

• Shocker Madness | Koch Arena | 10/4

• Ballpark Nights: Caleb Lee Hutchinson | Equity Bank Park | 10/4

• Prairie Fire Marathon | Downtown Wichita | 10/12

  Click here to see our full event calendar!

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