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The Eddytorial: 7/3/25
Where will you be watching the fireworks this year?
Wichita By E.B.
July 03, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 8 minutes
What Up Wichita?
Want to know what’s going on in Wichita? We got you covered with The Eddytorial.
In today’s email:
Fourth of July: Fireworks to watch in town
Wagonmasters: Chili Cook Off
Local Spotlight: Midwest Battle Buddies
FEATURE STORY
Fireworks in Wichita
Bradley Fair Summer Concert Series + Fireworks
Thursday, July 3 | Bradley Fair | 6 p.m.
Rudy Love & The Encore perform at 7:30pm, followed by a fireworks finale at 9:30 PM from Victory Pyrotechnics. Find more information here.
City of Haysville 4th of July Celebration
Friday, July 4 | Riggs Park | 8 a.m.
Celebrate Independence Day with a full day of family-friendly fun—featuring a parade, games, food, live music, and a spectacular fireworks show, all for free! Find more information here.
Park City 4th Celebration
Friday, July 4 | Hap McLean Park | 11 a.m.
Fireworks Presented by Crosswinds Casino begin at 10 p.m. Find more information here.
Red, White, and BOOM!
Friday, July 4 | Kennedy Plaza at Century II | 6 p.m.
Wichita’s biggest Independence Day celebration is back with a brand-new downtown view! Join us for Red, White & BOOM! presented by Evergy as we light up the skyline with a spectacular fireworks display launched from the top of the iconic Garvey Center twin towers on Friday, July 4. Find more information here.
Derby Fireworks in the Park
Friday, July 4 | High Park | 6 p.m.
The City of Derby will hold Fireworks in the Park at High Park (2801 E. James St.) on July 4 starting at at 6 p.m. Fireworks will begin at approx. 9:40 p.m. Bring a blanket and lawn chair and enjoy a fun evening in Derby at High Park. Food trucks include Black Sheep Kettle Corn, Bongo Fruit Smoothies, DZ Ice Cream, El Gusto, Kona Ice, Rice’n Tings, Rockin’ Ricos, Snack Shack and Us, Taters N Toppings, and Tickled Pink. Find more information here.
Wichita Wind Surge Baseball
Friday, July 4 | Equity Bank Park | TBD
Fireworks will kick off at the conclusion of the Wind Surge Game.
Goddard Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks
Saturday, July 5 | CDS Baseball Fields on 333 S. Walnut, Goddard | 7 p.m.
Enjoy an evening of family fun with live music by the Jake Lauer Band, free hotdogs, watermelon and ice cream, capped off with a fireworks show at dark. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets to sit on the grass. Brought to you by Goddard Lions Club and the City of Goddard. Find more information here.
EDDYTORIAL EXCLUSIVE
Wichita By E.B. Trivia
In the city of Wichita, what is the final day aerial fireworks can be set off in the city? |
COMING SOON
Wagonmasters Downtown Chili Cook Off
Mark your calendars for September 27. It’s the return of the best organized food event in town!
Since the return to Douglas Avenue the crowds have responded in great numbers. And, the best part...the weather doesn't matter! Hot, mild or even cold, it's chili weather! We expect the crowd to be over 10,000 strong and all of them eager to taste some of the best chili in the Midwest!
With teams from Kansas and surrounding states, the Wichita Wagonmasters Downtown Chili Cookoff has been a Wichita tradition for over 30 years. Since 2005 when the Wagonmasters took over the event and brought it back Downtown, the event has exploded with a renewed level of enthusiasm by contestants and attendees alike.
LOCAL SPOTLIGHT
Midwest Battle Buddies
Since 2016, Midwest Battle Buddies has served 43 veterans.
They work to provide service dogs at almost no cost to the veteran, including the dog, training, and equipment.
Rather than hand a veteran a fully-trained dog, the trainers work with the veterans to train their dog themselves, creating a stronger bond - and the veterans get the benefits of canine companionship right away.
THE MISSION
To improve the health and well-being of veterans with PTS, TBI, and other disabilities by providing and training service dogs at no cost to the veteran.
THE VALUES
Providing high-quality service dogs, including proper care, feeding, training, and housing.
Guaranteeing impeccable stewardship of all financial and capital assets.
Modeling unwavering ethical standards.
THE VISION
To be the premier provider and trainer of service dogs for veterans in South Central Kansas.
WATCH NOW
Wichita Dinner Table
Shout out to our show sponsor, Landmark Commercial Real Estate.
Available on Facebook, YouTube, Apple Podcast and Spotify.
COMMUNITY
Paid Parking Arrives
With the first couple days of July behind us, that means paid parking in Downtown Wichita has officially launched.
What does that mean for everyone? If you're looking to park downtown, it'll cost you. Equipment has been installed on Douglas from Market to Santa Fe and Emporia and St. Francis from William to 1st Street. Paid parking in Old Town and Delano is excluded at this time.
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.
GROW - 320 S. Market
When is the last time you've been to Denny's |
EVENTS
What’s Coming This Weekend
Events have moved over to our Wednesday Wichita Weekender email. Make sure to check yesterday’s emails to see what events are coming this week!
Or you can view the online version here.
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