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The first of two big weekends kicks off with St. Patrick’s Day

In today’s email:

• Going Green: Two big parties take place this Saturday

• Must Try New Restaurant: Louis Fried Rice

• Free Entertainment: Thanks to Riverflix

FEATURE STORY
St. Patrick’s Day

The city turns green this weekend with St. Patrick’s Day celebrations taking place in Wichita. As always, we’ve put together a huge event guide here.

While there are some big events in town, it’s safe to say a majority of the people will be down in Delano for the Delano Paddy Day Parade and in Naftzger Park for the Wagon O’Masters Paddy Party.

Here’s everything you need to know for the two big parties taking place.

Paddy Day Parade Agenda

10am - 6pm: Street Party & Food Truck Rally
10am - 3pm: Kids Zone
Drink Truck Zone: 10am - 3pm
Noon: Paddy Day Parade
1:20pm - 5:30pm: DJ Dugger

Wagon O’Masters Paddy Party

9am: Food and Beverage sales start
9am: DJ Carbon
10am- 5pm : Opening Ceremony, Live Music, Games, Raffles and more!
Noon: Dixon Knowles
1pm: Caledonians
2:30: $1,000 gift card giveaway
3pm: Jaelen Johnston
4:10pm: Dixon Knowles
4:45pm: Walser Car Raffle

COMMUNITY
RiverFlix is Back

RiverFlix is back for 2025. Located outside of Exploration Place at the Wichita Foundation Amphitheater, families can catch a movie underneath the star. It’s free to attend for everyone!

It takes place every Friday from April 18 to October 17 (except for July 4 and then October 3 for the Drone Festival). That’s 25 weeks of free entertainment.

Families are invited to bring a blanket, snacks, and a join the community on the lawn of the Wichita Foundation Amphitheater to watch family-friendly movies every Friday.

No registration is required, all you have to do is show up.

EDDYTORIAL EXCLUSIVE
Wichita By E.B. Trivia

Wichita established itself as the “Air Capital of the World” in the 20th century thanks to aircraft pioneers who revolutionized the industry.

GIVEAWAY
$1,000 Gift Card Giveaway

Only 2 days left to enter the $1,000 gift card giveaway at the Wagon O’Masters Paddy Party on March 15 at Naftzger Park from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

If you visit one of the below restaurants, you can register for a chance to win the $1,000 in gift cards.

It’s easy, stop by, grab a bite to eat, or check out the new Keeper’s Heart and Una Vida Tequila cocktails and most importantly, scan a QR code displayed at the restaurant.

• Public and The Brickyard - 129 N. Rock Island St. from March 13-14

Be sure to scan the QR code to enter. The winner will be announced live at 2:30pm on March 15 at Naftzger Park. Must be present to win.

DINING SCENE
Restaurant Opening

Probably the surprise opening of the year goes to Super East at 7607 E. Douglas right outside of Towne East Square.

The Chinese buffet has drawn big lines following their opening day on Monday.

Many people, including myself, have gone on to say it very well could be the best buffet in town. Read More.

Be sure to check your email every Monday morning for the Dining Digest with even more restaurant news.

EVENTS
What’s Coming This Weekend

Here are some snippets from our event calendar.

Thursday

Winter Jam ‘25 at Intrust Bank Arena
Wichita Gridiron at Roxy's Downtown (thru Saturday)

Friday

Rivercity Tattoo & Lifestyle Expo at Century II (thru Sunday)
Sharks in the Dark at Exploration Place
Knights of Columbus Fish Fry at Church of the Magdalen
Kids Network Night at Wichita Thunder at Intrust Bank Arena

Saturday

Kansas Comic Con at Century II (thru Sunday)
21st & Ridge Farmers Market
Wichita Flea Market at Riverfront Stadium
Dancing with the Stars: Live at Intrust Bank Arena
Keith Sweat at Century II

Sunday

Mayor Lily Wu’s 2025 State of the City at the Former Central Library

WATCH NOW
Wichita Dinner Table

the entire gang is back and ready to talk this weekend's big lineup of events, Disney On Ice, WWE and WCW (who do you think Annette Lawless watched), and a slew of restaurant openings.

Available on Facebook, YouTube, Apple Podcast and Spotify.

NEWS
Blogs You Missed

Let’s catch you up on the blogs you may have missed over the past week from our website, Facebook or Instagram.

• Sedgwick County Zoo Creature Campouts (more)

• First Look at Moroccan Cafe (more)

• Northwest Mexican restaurant closes (more)

• Andover set to get a new bar (more)

• New chicken restaurant for southeast Wichita (more)

• Wichita Car Wash series continues (more)

• Have you played bingo before (more)

• First Look at Ibarra’s Mexican food (more)

• The best Chinese buffet in Wichita (more)

EVENTS
Live Music Sponsored by Mort’s Martini Bar

ANNOUNCEMENT
51st Admiral Windwagon Smith

Meet your 51st Admiral Windwagon Smith: Alan Howarter!

Howarter’s journey with Riverfest began 45 years ago when he volunteered as a purple shirt in the festival’s food court, initially intending to give back for just nine days of fun. Decades later, his commitment to the festival remains unwavering.

To read more click 👇🏽
https://ow.ly/LUPR50VgXuX

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