Best Things Happening This Weekend in Wichita (Sept. 19-21)

Searching for ideas on what to do in Wichita this weekend? Looking to plan ahead for something in the future? We got you covered with the Best Things Happening This Weekend In Wichita.

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FEATURED EVENTS

■ Valley Center Fall Festival | September 19-21
Details: Valley Center

■ Haulin’ Oz Truck Show | September 20
Details: Wichita Aviation Museum | 10am
Join Don Hattan Dealerships as they host the area’s largest all-GM truck show. Witness show-stopping trucks amongst historical planes at the Kansas Aviation Museum, shop from local vendors and food trucks, and entering to win exciting raffle prizes.

■ Wichita Margarita Fest | September 20
Details: Naftzger Park | 6pm
Get ready to sip, savor, and celebrate, where local bartenders compete for the title of Best Margarita in ICT.

BEST THINGS TO DO

■ Crave Culinary Festival | September 19-20
Details: MarkArts
It’s a five-day food and drink event, that combines culinary arts, workshops, tasting events and local food culture — all to benefit Mark Arts.

■ Vintage Shopping Weekend | September 18-21
Details: Hunt & Gather Vintage Market
Join us for our next once-a-month vintage shopping event. We reset and restock our almost 5000 sq. ft. warehouse each month so there is always something new to look forward to! We carry one of a kind vintage items with a little new sprinkled in so there is something for everyone!

■ Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience | Sept. 19 thru Oct. 31
Details: 3535 N. Rock Road | 9am
Step into the world of Van Gogh like never before with a fully immersive 360° experience featuring digital projections, VR, and a stunning light and sound show that brings the legendary artist’s masterpieces to life.

■ ICT Fest | September 19-20
Details: Kirby’s Beer Store, Norton’s Brewing Co., Midwest Drum & Percussion

■ RiverFlix | September 19
Details: Wichita Foundation Amphitheater | 6pm
Join Exploration Place in the Wichita Foundation Amphitheater for family fun under the stars, where we will be showcasing beloved film favorites. This is the perfect opportunity to enjoy quality time with loved ones in a magical setting. Bring your blankets, snacks and a sense of adventure as we create unforgettable memories together.
Movie: Harry Potter

■ Live Improv | September 19-20
Details: Flying Pig Improv | 8pm

■ Adult Skate Night | September 19
Details: Carousel Skate Center | 9:30pm
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 on what to expect here.

■ Kansas Grown Farmer’s Market | September 20
Details: 21st and Ridge | 7am
Discover the largest grower-owned farmers market in Kansas, where you can shop fresh produce, local goods, and artisan creations straight from the source—plus enjoy live music, cooking demos, and more.

■ Old Town Farm & Art Market | September 20
Details: Old Town Farm & Art Market | 8am
Experience Wichita’s favorite Saturday tradition at the Old Town Farm & Art Market, where locals and visitors gather for fresh food, local art, live music, and lively street entertainment.

■ Wichita Flea Market | September 20-21
Details: Century II

■ Queens of the Court — A Ladies Day Event | September 20
Details: Charles Koch Arena | 10:30am
Step into the spotlight and experience Shocker Basketball like never before on Saturday, September 20 for an exclusive behind-the-scenes day with the Wichita State Men’s Basketball Team. This ladies day event features court time with the players, insider access with the coaches and their wives, and a special welcome by Wendy Mills and Head Coach Paul Mills. Enjoy bubbles & breakfast bites, a recruit-style photo shoot, the chance to show off your skills on the court, and much more curated for the queens of the day.

■ Oktoberfest at the Gnome | September 20
Details: Hopping Gnome | Noon
Experience our 2nd Annual SCHEELS Hunt and Outdoor Expo – where hunting, adventure and high-flying dog action collide! From top outdoor gear and expert advice to the thrilling DockDogs jumping competition, it’s an event the whole family will love!

View All Events On Our Calendar

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Fall Festival Guide

Wichita and the surrounding area is chock full of events as it pertains to festivals, fairs and all things fests. We’ve put together a list of 50+ options for you to mark down in September and October.

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AROUND THE CORNER

■ Greater Andover Days | September 26-28
Details: Andover, KS
Greater Andover Days (GAD) is a festival that occurs the 4th weekend after Labor Day weekend. The event offers handfuls of fun, food, and entertainment for the entire family! Over 5,000 people attend GAD annually. The festival includes a food court, KidFest, parade, fishing clinic, car show, business expo/craft fair, carnival, live entertainment, and a fireworks show in Central Park.

■ Wagonmasters Downtown Chili Cook Off | September 26
Details: Downtown Wichita | Noon
You can get in on the action with a $5 tasting kit that can be purchased at the event. Public tasting starts at noon and you’ll be able to sample a wide variety of chili and salsa made by teams from Kansas and surrounding states. Don’t worry if your samples get a little spicy – there’s plenty of soda and beer available for purchase. The event is complete with several activities and live music. Get there early! Some booths begin running out of chili after just a couple hours.

■ ICT Michelada Fest | September 26
Details: Kansas International Dragway | 2pm

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Sports

Wichita Wind Surge (Home Games)
TBD

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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
■ September 26-27 | Keys To My Heart

Crown Uptown Theatre
■ October 18 | Hunks the Show
■ October 19 | Tech N9ne

Mosley Street Melodrama
■ September 19 – November 1 | Frank Enstein

Prairie Pines Playhouse
■ November 14 – December 23 | Annual Holiday Whodunit?

Roxy’s Downtown
■ August 22 – September 27 | Evita
■ October 10 – November 15 | Rocky Horror Picture Show

Wichita Orpheum Theatre
■ TBD

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Now Showing

Evita

Evita charts the young and ambitious Eva Peron’s meteoric rise to sainthood. Set in Argentina between 1934-1952, the Tony-winning musical follows Eva Duarte on her journey from poor illegitimate child to ambitious actress to, as wife of military leader-turned-president Juan Peron, the most powerful woman in Latin America, before her death from cancer at age 33.

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