In today’s email:

• This Weekend: Open Streets Nomar

• New Event: Wichita Cigar Festival

• Tonight: Battle of the Bands at Riverfest at Wave

• Event Rundown: What’s ahead this weekend

• Music: This week’s concert rundown

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THIS WEEKEND
Open Streets Returns

Get ready, Wichita! Open Streets ICT - Nomar is back and better than ever. Join us for this exciting, FREE community event designed to inspire healthy, active living while bringing our diverse neighborhoods together.  

•  Sunday, May 3, 2026

•  21st Street, from NoMar Market at Broadway Ave. to Woodland Park  

We’re transforming a one-mile stretch of 21st Street into a vibrant car-free zone packed with energy, activities, and entertainment. Stroll, bike, run, or dance your way through this unforgettable day filled with:  

• Live Music & Dancing: Groove to local tunes and learn some new moves.  

• Fitness Fun: Get active with free sessions and other group fitness activities.  

• Art & Entertainment: Immerse yourself in creativity with street art displays and live performances.  

• Food & Vendors: Indulge in delicious eats from local food trucks and browse unique goods from community vendors.  

• Activity Hubs: Stop along the route to explore hands-on activities for all ages and interests.  

SATURDAY
First Ever Wichita Cigar Festival

Join us for the Wichita Cigar Festival, a celebration of premium cigars, great company, and an unforgettable day with the cigar community.

On Saturday, May 2 from 12–6 PM, cigar enthusiasts from across the region will gather at Gilley’s in Park City, KS for an afternoon featuring 20+ premium cigar brands, live entertainment, food, drinks, and a relaxed outdoor festival atmosphere.

Whether you’re a seasoned cigar lover or just getting into the world of premium cigars, Wichita Cigar Fest is the perfect place to discover new favorites, meet brand representatives, and enjoy a great day with friends.

EVENTS
This Week’s Events

■ Battle of the Bands at Riverfest
Wed. Apr. 29 - Thurs. Ap. 30 | 6 p.m. | WAVE
Think you've got what it takes to rock the Riverfest main stage? Head to WAVE for Battle of the Bands auditions — open to the public — where the winning act takes home $1,000 and a shot at the spotlight.

■ First Friday Pop-Up Market at Hopping Gnome Brewing
Fri. May 1 | 5 p.m. | Hopping Gnome Brewing Co.
Kick off First Friday on the Hopping Gnome patio with a cold pint in hand and your favorite local makers from Haute Handmade — the perfect combo of shop small and sip local.

■ RiverFlix
Fri. May 1 | 6 p.m. | Exploration Place
Grab your blankets and your favorite snacks and settle in at the Wichita Foundation Amphitheater for RiverFlix, a magical outdoor movie night perfect for the whole family.

■ Sal Vulcano: Everything's Fine Tour
Fri. May 1 | 7 p.m. | Century II
Impractical Jokers star Sal Vulcano brings his Everything's Fine Tour to Century II for a night of stand-up laughs that's sure to have Wichita in stitches.

■ The Clock Runs Out for Isabelle Tyme or...Ask Not for Whom the Belle Strolls - A Melodrama
Fri. May 1 - Sun. May 3 | Old Cowtown Museum
Boo the villain and cheer the heroine at Old Cowtown Museum's delightfully punny melodrama, where hidden gems, a ticking clock, and theatrical mischief make for a hilariously fun weekend outing.

■ Adult Skate Night
Fri. May 1 | 9:30 p.m. | Carousel Skate Center
Lace up your skates and roll into the weekend at Carousel Skate Center's Adult Skate Night, featuring a live DJ, a full bar, and all the nostalgic hits that'll have you feeling like a kid again.

■ Kansas Grown Farmers Market - 21st & Ridge
Sat. May 2 | 7 a.m. | Kansas Grown Farmers Market
Start your Saturday morning right at the Kansas Grown Farmers Market, where friendly local growers and artisans bring fresh produce, meats, baked goods, flowers, and more — plus live music and food trucks to sweeten the deal. Plus it’s the Spring Garden Fair!

■ Old Town Farm & Art Market
Sat. May 2 | 8 a.m. | Old Town Farm & Art Market
For more than 30 years, the Old Town Farm & Art Market has been Wichita's favorite Saturday morning tradition — come browse local food, art, and handmade goods from the makers who make this city great.

■ Blossom Fest
Sat. May 2 | 8 a.m. | Elderslie Farm
Welcome spring at Elderslie Farm's Blossom Fest, a beautiful morning on the blooming property where you can explore the farm, take in the blackberry brambles coming to life, and enjoy a you-pick experience unlike any other.

■ Origami in the Garden Opening Day
Sat. May 2 | 9 a.m. | Botanica
Botanica welcomes the opening day of Origami in the Garden, a stunning exhibit where the ancient art of paper folding comes to life among the blooms in one of Wichita's most beautiful settings.

■ Kansas Card Show - TCG Expo
Sat. May 2 | 9 a.m. | Hilton (Wichita Airport)
Whether you're a Pokémon master, a Magic: The Gathering strategist, or just a hobby fan, the Kansas Card Show TCG Expo is a great day to buy, sell, trade, and connect with fellow collectors in Wichita.

■ Blood Orchard Vintage Market & Southside Food Truck Rally
Sat. May 2 | 10 a.m. | Blood Orchard — reBorn boutique & marketplace
Shop vintage treasures, handmade goods, and small business finds — plus grab a bite from your favorite food trucks — at the Blood Orchard Vintage Market and Southside Food Truck Rally, a great spot to score something special for Mom too.

■ St. James Episcopal Olde English Tea
Sat. May 2 | 10 a.m. | St. James Episcopal Church
Sip and socialize at Wichita's oldest annual tea gathering, a beloved community tradition at St. James Episcopal Church.

■ Bricks Wars Days
Sat. May 2 & Mon. May 4 | Bricks & Minifigs
Join the Brick Side at Bricks & Minifigs Wichita for a galaxy of LEGO fun complete with sales, creative builds, costumes, and prizes — a must for fans of all ages.

■ Tacos and Tequila 2026
Sat. May 2 | Noon | Wichita Boathouse
Free and festive, Tacos and Tequila 2026 at the Wichita Boathouse brings together food trucks, live music, mariachi, cultural dancers, local vendors, and a ticketed tequila tasting for one delicious afternoon on the river.

■ Kentucky Derby Watch Party at Hopping Gnome
Sat. May 2 | Noon | Hopping Gnome Brewing Co.
Don your finest Derby look and head to Hopping Gnome for a festive Kentucky Derby Watch Party on the patio, complete with mint juleps, big-screen racing, and dinner from The Burnt End.

■ Wichita Cigar Festival
Sat. May 2 | Noon | Gilley's
Cigar enthusiasts from across the region will gather at Gilley's for the Wichita Cigar Festival, a premium afternoon of fine cigars, great company, and community celebration.

■ Cinco De Mayo Pre-Party at Brickyard
Sat. May 2 | 5 p.m. | Brickyard
Why wait until Monday? Brickyard kicks off the Cinco de Mayo fun a little early with taco and drink specials, mariachi, and a high-energy live set from Latin fusion band TUMBÁO.

■ Country For A Cure
Sat. May 2 | 5:30 p.m. | Best Body Shop
Wichita comes together for an evening of live country music and community heart at Country for a Cure, benefiting Blood Cancer United with performances by Southern Voice and opening artist Taylor Trickle.

■ Wichita's Ultimate Bounce Weekend
Sat. May 2 - Sun. May 3 | Sedgwick County Park
Tuff Nutterz brings a massive inflatable obstacle course adventure to Sedgwick County Park for one epic weekend of thrills, laughs, and non-stop fun for all ages.

■ Cars & Coconuts
Sun. May 3 | 9 a.m. | Sharky's Island Bites (W. 21st St)
Pull up to Sharky's Island Bites for Cars & Coconuts, Wichita's favorite car meet of the season — good rides, good people, shaved ice, and all the good vibes that make summer worth celebrating.

■ Cinco De Miles : 5K Fiesta Run
Sun. May 3 | 10 a.m. | Ambitions Barbershop
Lace up for the Cinco De Miles 5K Fiesta Run — a fun, community-spirited race for all fitness levels that ends with a vibrant post-run celebration featuring live Banda, a DJ, and local vendors.

■ Open Streets ICT - Nomar
Sun. May 3 | Noon | Nomar District
The streets of the Nomar District come alive for Open Streets ICT, Wichita's free, beloved community event celebrating healthy, active living and the diverse neighborhoods that make our city so special.

■ Sedgwick County Zoo: Cinco de Mayo Celebration
Sun. May 3 | Noon | Sedgwick County Zoo
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a festive fiesta at the Sedgwick County Zoo, featuring authentic Mexican food vendors, live music on the main stage, and cultural exhibitors the whole family will enjoy.

■ Wave Record Show
Sun. May 3 | Noon | Maize City Hall
Dig through rows of vinyl, CDs, and cassettes at the Wave Record Show in Maize — a free, no-pressure afternoon for music lovers to buy, sell, trade, and just talk tunes.

■ 2026 Veg Fest
Sun. May 3 | Noon | Hidden Lake Venue
ICT Veg Fest returns for its 6th year with a free, family-friendly celebration of all things plant-based, featuring delicious vegan food, local vendors, and a welcoming community vibe at Hidden Lake Venue.

■ Fortune 88 Cinco De Mayo
Tue. May 5 | 7 p.m. | PrimeTime Downtown
Cinco at PrimeTime Downtown. Run followed by music, food, drinks & community All paces. All faces. All welcome.

This is just a glimpse of what’s taking place!

EVENTS
Live Music Sponsored by Mort’s Martini Bar