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FEATURED EVENTS
■ The Hangover Brunch: One Year Anniversary | July 28
Where: Brick & Mortar
Indulge in a unique brunch experience featuring an exquisite Brunch buffet, Mimosa’s, Fun trivia, great music and great vibes in an amazing atmosphere!
BEST THINGS TO DO
■ NBC World Series | July 26-August 3
Where: Eck Stadium
The NBC World Series, powered by Evergy is back in Wichita for the 90th tournament from July 25-August 3rd, with 16 top collegiate baseball teams bringing talent from across the country to compete for a National Championship at Eck Stadium! Join us for 10 days of family-friendly entertainment, games, music, food & exciting baseball action. The NBC World Series has been a Wichita summertime tradition since 1935 – don’t miss it! Grab your tickets now at https://nbcbaseball.com/.
■ Adult Skate Night | July 26
Where: Carousel Skate Center
Join us for Adult Night every Friday! Must be 21 with a Valid ID. $10 Cover (skates included). Beer & mixed drinks available. Check out our feature at what to expect here.
■ 3D-Con 2024 | July 26-29
Where: Drury Plaza Hotel Broadview
The annual convention of the National Stereoscopic Association.The National Stereoscopic Association is a non-profit organization founded in 1974, whose goals are to promote the study, collection and use of stereo photography. It has over 1,000 members. 3D-Con is traditionally the name of the NSA’s annual convention, held somewhere different every year in the summertime.
■ Symphony Summers: Welcome to the Wichita Symphony | July 26
Where: Wichita Public Library – Angelou Northeast Brand Library
Join Musicians of the Wichita Symphony in Wichita Public Libraries this summer! This 35-minute performance follows the book “Welcome to the Symphony” by Carolyn Sloan and adapted by Matt Blauer, a member of the Wichita Symphony trombone section. Engage with musicians, learn about music and different instruments, and ask lots of questions!
■ Final Friday Food Truck Rally | July 26
Where: Wichita Boathouse
■ Night on the Prairie | July 26
Where: Prairie Hill Vineyard
Enjoy food from Ken N Barbie’z Rollin’ Diner, Live Music, Yard Games, Beer and Seltzer Stations & more while exploring the beautiful grounds of Prairie Hill Vineyard!
■ The BAZAAR-nival 2024 | July 26
Where: Revolutsia
Welcome to “The Bazaar-nival” – A Spectacular Summer Carnival Event! 🎉 Join us on July 26th, 2024, from 6 PM to 10 PM for an unforgettable evening of fun and festivity at Revolutsia. This isn’t your average fair – it’s a vibrant celebration that combines the magic of a carnival with the charm of local vendors.
■ Madame Mae Presents: Tucker & Dale vs. Evil | July 26
Where: Tallgrass Film Association
Join Madame Mae for part 2 of our Revolutionary War battle for the month of July! On the American side, we have Tucker & Dale struggling to make it through the day when they’re suspected of being killers in the woods. Join us for a night of games, laughs, and a post show discussion on slashers. Doors open at 630pm, show starts at 7pm. Scare you there!
■ Improv Show at Flying Pig Improv | July 26-27
Where: Flying Pig Improv
Live Improv! Totally unscripted theater! We take your suggestions and create amazing scenes you have never seen and will never see again. We can’t wait to see you!
■ Haysville Hometown Market Vintage Days | July 27
Where: Haysville Farmers Market
Join Us Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. June through August for Haysville’s Farmers Market. Free Horserides, Live Music, Biscuits and Gravy, Facepainting, and Temporary Tattoos are weekly features. Local vendors bring a variety of produce, plants, flowers, jewelry, kid items, baked goods, and much more! Nestled in the Historic District, a short stroll will take you by the Library’s book sale, Kid’s craft events, and Historic District buildings. Vintage Days are held on 2nd Saturdays and include weekly features plus Free Wagon Rides, Live Music at the Gazebo, Free Car Show, $9 All You Can Eat Mason Breakfast, Library Book by the Bag Sale and Live Drama and Cowboy Shootouts. Located 10 minutes south of Wichita at 100 S Main St in Haysville.
■ Wichita Bridal Expo | July 27-28
Where: Century II
The Wichita Bridal Expo, which draws brides and grooms from all over the state of Kansas, features more than 200 wedding professionals and the biggest LIVE Wedding Fashion Stage Shows in Kansas, plus beautiful imagine showcases. Meet this area’s top wedding professionals while enjoying tastings, decor, a variety of venues, photographers, DJ’s, beauty and more. Participants have the chance to win a $5,000 Grand Prize Package, additional special prizes, and prizes from each vendor.
■ 21st & Ridge Farmer’s Market | July 27
Where: 7001 W. 21st. St.
Warmer days and sunshine are reminding us that Spring is right around the corner! Come visit our outdoor weekly market for a variety of produce, eggs, meats, baked goods, pet treats, art and much more!
■ The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Theater | July 27
Where: Wichita Marriott
America’s largest interactive comedy murder dinner theatre show is now playing! Solve a hilarious mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it! Join us for an event that is very different from a traditional mystery dinner show. Our actors are not dressed in costume and are hidden in the audience! This results in a fun, social and interactive evening suitable for all adults.
■ Kansas Literacy Festival | July 27
Where: Bradley Fair
This year Storytime Village celebrates 15 years of inspiring a lifelong love of literacy! Join us at the Kansas Literacy Festival where we invite the entire community to celebrate with us as we use art and storytelling to spark a lifelong love of reading for all ages. The festival will be an exciting day filled with activities for the entire family. We’ll see you at Bradley Fair for the Kansas Literacy Festival on July 27th from 10am – 2pm!
■ Art in the Park | July 27
Where: Wichita Public Library – Rockwell Branch
Create your own artistic masterpiece in the fresh air during this low-key drop in event suitable for all ages.
■ Old Town Farm & Art Market | July 27
Where: Old Town Wichita
A weekly destination for thousands of area residents and a must-see for visitors to the city. Old Town Farm & Art Market is a charming community gathering place situated in the heart of Kansas, where locals and visitors alike come together to celebrate a rich tapestry of art, agriculture, and culture.
■ Girls Day at GROW | July 27
Where: GROW
Grab your best babes & come party with us at GROW on Saturday, July 27th! Shop with Yahya Aura, Santa Cecilia, & GROW, grab dinner with Mamacita’s Taquitos and a sweet treat by The Good Witch, then sip on some incredible mock/cocktails or coffee options at Botanic.
■ Murder at Cowtown | July 27
Where: Cowtown
For weeks, people have been pouring into the small western town of Wichita for the biggest poker tournament this side of the Kansas. From outlaws to marshals and saloon girls to southern belles, everyone has made this small western frontier town THE place to be. BUT the night will take an interesting turn as everyone plays a role to solve the mystery. We are partnering with Old Cowtown Museum, Station 8 BBQ and ICT Bartending Company to bring you a fun night to die for! Everyone is assigned a character role and given cue cards to play this interactive mystery.
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AROUND THE CORNER
■ Rhea Lana’s Of Wichita | August 8-16
Where: Century II
Rhea Lana’s Children’s Consignment Event is the ultimate destination for savvy parents. They have created a community marketplace with high quality items at affordable prices. It’s everything you could possibly need for your little ones under one roof at a fraction of retail prices! Wichita area families are invited to participate in Rhea Lana’s locally owned, semi-annual event in a variety of ways and everyone is encouraged to join in.
■ Shop & Grub | August 16
Where: Exploration Place Festival Plaza
Shop & Grub is our monthly market featuring a unique variety of vendors selling vintage clothing, jewelry, accessories, home goods, wine, delicious food and more. Free Admission for All Ages The ultimate Outdoor Market in the ICT.
■ Kansas State Fair | September 6-15
Where: Kansas State Fairgrounds
Celebrate Kansas with the Kansas State Fair Sept. 6-15, 2024! The Kansas State Fair has been the state’s largest gathering of Kansans since 1913.
Sports
Wichita Wind Surge (Home Games)
■ July 30-August 4 | vs. NW Arkansas
LIVE MUSIC
Visit this week and the schedule for the weeks ahead at our Live Music Calendar – Sponsored by Mort’s Martini Bar.
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PERFORMING ARTS
Century II Performing Arts Center
■ July 31 – August 4 | Matilda
■ August 21-25 | Beautiful: The Carole King Musical
Crown Uptown Theatre
■ July 27 | Tommy Newport
■ August 16-17 | All-Ball with keynote speaker: Tim Tebow
Mosley Street Melodrama
■ July 19 – August 3 | The Heart of Rock ‘n’ Roll is TOPEKA
Prairie Pines Playhouse
■ November 15 – December 23 | Catch That Falling Star
Roxy’s Downtown
■ August 8-10 | Into the Woods
■ August 21 – September 27 | The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Wichita Orpheum Theatre
■ August 17 | Chris D’Elia
■ August 18 | Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood
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