In today’s email:

• This Weekend: Unity in the Community Festival

• New Event: Banana Ball comes to Wichita

• Saturday: Midwest Collectibles Expo

• Event Rundown: What’s ahead this weekend

• Music: This week’s concert rundown

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THIS WEEKEND
Unity In The Community Festival

Join Us for a Day of Community & Culture! Sunday, May 3 at Athletic Park in Newton, KS for Unity In the Community Festival.

This is more than an event – it’s a whole vibe you don’t want to miss. This Free Family event is aimed to bring together community members in and around Newton to promote fun, connection, and unity. The festival will feature live music, local performers, food vendors, community resources, and family-friendly activities. Our goal is simple but powerful: to create a welcoming space where cultures are celebrated, neighbors connect, and community pride grows!

The event includes:

•  FREE Hotdog Feed (1:00-2:00 until out)

• Low Rider & Custom Car Show

• Live Band- TUMBAO & DJ

• Delicious Food Vendors/Food Trucks

• Local Community Resource Fair

• Scholarship Giveaway

Bring your friends, bring your family & dont forget to bring your chairs/blankets-everyone is welcome.

THIS EVENT IS FREE

THIS WEEK
Banana Ball in Wichita

It’s Banana Ball Week!

The Loco Beach Coconuts will face the Firefighters at Equity Bank Park May 7, 8, and 9! Stay tuned for coverage all over social media as the global phenomenon, made famous by the Savannah Bananas stop in Wichita.

THIS WEEKEND
Midwest Collectibles Expo

The Midwest Collectibles Expo is bringing together collectors, vendors, and enthusiasts from across the region for a large-scale marketplace built around buying, selling, and trading.

This event will feature a high-energy vendor marketplace featuring live breaks, competitions, and athlete appearances.​

With 300 vendor tables available, you can expect a large variety of sports cards, Pokémon and TCG, sneakers, rare collectibles and more.

Get autographs from:

• Wichita State’s Kenyon Giles

• Wichita State’s TJ Williams

• 3x Super Bowl Champion Blake Bell

EVENTS
This Week’s Events

■ Kelcys Dance Studio 2026 Recital Move Your Body
Wed. May 6 - Thu. May 7 | Century II
Cheer on local young dancers as Kelcy's Dance Studio takes the Century II stage for their 16th annual spring recital — a celebration of hard work, talent, and community pride.

■ River City Cigar Savage Supper III
Thu. May 7 | 7 p.m. | Sabor
Head downtown to Sabor for a festive Cinco de Mayo–inspired evening of premium cigars, bold Latin flavors, and great company with the River City Cigar crew.

■ Blood, Sweat & Tears Live Concert
Thu. May 7 | 7:30 p.m. | Exploration Place
Get ready for a memorable night at the Wichita Foundation Amphitheater as the legendary Blood, Sweat & Tears bring their iconic brass-driven rock sound to our own backyard.

■Dueling Pianos: Live Music, Dinner, Drinks & Fun!
Fri. May 8 | 6 p.m. | Venue 3130
Join your neighbors for a high-energy night of dueling pianos, delicious food, and crowd-fueled fun, all while supporting Blood Cancers United right here in Wichita.

■RiverFlix
Fri. May 8 | 6 p.m. | Exploration Place
Pack your blankets and snacks and settle in for a magical family movie night under the stars at the beautiful Wichita Foundation Amphitheater.

■Hey Buddy Comedy
Fri. May 8 | 7 p.m. | John Barleycorn's
Wichita's favorite local comedy night is back at John Barleycorn's, featuring headliner John F. O'Donnell as seen on Comedy Central — grab your $15 ticket at the door and get ready to laugh.

■ Summer Vintage Market Weekend
Fri. May 8 - Sun. May 10 | Hunt & Gather Vintage Market
Spend the weekend hunting for one-of-a-kind vintage treasures and artisan goods at this beloved Wichita market — the perfect spot to find something special for your home.

■ Adult Skate Night
Fri. May 8 | 9:30 p.m. | Carousel Skate Center
Lace up your skates and relive your favorite memories with a fun-loving Wichita crowd, a live DJ, and all the best hits from the '90s to now at Carousel Skate Center.

■ Kansas Grown Farmers Market - 21st & Ridge
Sat. May 9 | 7 a.m. | Kansas Grown Farmers Market
Start your Saturday morning right by stocking up on fresh local produce, baked goods, honey, flowers, and artisan goods from the friendly growers and makers of the Kansas Grown Farmers Market.

■ Old Town Farm & Art Market
Sat. May 9 | 8 a.m. | Old Town Farm & Art Market
One of Wichita's most cherished Saturday traditions returns to Old Town, bringing together local growers, artists, makers, and musicians for a wonderful morning of community and fresh finds.

■Fairy Con x ArtPCon | Wichita's First Fairy Festival
Sat. May 9 | 10 a.m. | Park Villa - North Riverside Park
Wichita is making a little magic with its very first Fairy Festival — a whimsical outdoor celebration featuring local handmade vendors, food trucks, face painting, and family fun for all ages.

■ 150th Anniversary Event for Wichita Public Library
Sat. May 9 | 10 a.m. | Reverie Coffee Roasters
Celebrate the Library’s 150th anniversary at Reverie. You can pick up a FREE Civics Passport and purchase anniversary and library-themed merch. The book bus will be visiting and the Friends of the Wichita Public Library can help you purchase an annual membership.

■ Cowtown Horsepower Showdown Car Show
Sat. May 9 | 10 a.m. | Old Cowtown Museum
Cruise on over to Old Cowtown Museum for a fantastic fundraiser showcasing classic cars, vintage trucks, and modern marvels in one of Wichita's most charming historic settings.

■Art Together: Explore Asia
Sat. May 9 | 10 a.m. | Mark Arts
Families are invited to Mark Arts for a colorful, hands-on morning celebrating Asian culture and creativity, in partnership with the Wichita Asian Association and Miss Wichita Asian Festival pageant.

■St. Mary Orthodox Christian Church Mediterranean Festival
Sat. May 9 | 11 a.m. | St. Mary Orthodox Christian Church
Treat yourself to an amazing day of authentic Mediterranean food, a vibrant marketplace, and all-new Hafli evening entertainment at one of Wichita's most beloved cultural festivals.

■Elsie's Tea on the Terrace at Allen House
Sat. May 9 | Noon | Frank Lloyd Wright's Allen House
Step back in time and enjoy a lovely afternoon of tea, prosecco, sweets, and live music on the terrace of the stunning Frank Lloyd Wright–designed Allen House.

■Midwest Collectibles Expo
Sat. May 9 | Noon | Century II
Collectors and enthusiasts from across the region descend on Century II for a high-energy marketplace packed with buying, selling, trading, live breaks, and special athlete appearances.

■Air Capital Combat
Sat. May 9 | 5 p.m. | The Cotillion
Head to The Cotillion for an exciting evening of live combat competition right here in the Air Capital.

■ Tribal Roots presents The Upper Deck Grand Opening
Sat. May 9 | 5 p.m. | Tribal Roots Warehouse
Wichita's creative community is invited to the Upper Deck Grand Opening at Tribal Roots Warehouse for a free, all-ages night of local DJs, dynamic visuals, fire performances, and unforgettable energy.

■Mama Market - A Mothers Day Pop Up Event
Sun. May 10 | 11 a.m. | Bella Bonita Designs
Celebrate the mamas in your life at this sweet Mother's Day pop-up filled with art, flowers, gifts, and charcuterie — a perfect way to shop local and show some love.

■2nd Sunday Slow+Stroll
Sun. May 10 | 2 p.m. | Point Nine
Celebrate Mother's Day with a free, easygoing bike and stroll along the Redbud Trail, meeting up at the wonderful trailside eatery Point Nine in Andover — all paces and ages welcome!

■ Goddard Main Street Markets
Sun. May 10 | 2 p.m. | 2nd & Main St. (Goddard)
Head out to Goddard for a friendly afternoon market on Main Street, featuring handmade art, local vendors, bounce houses for the kids, and that small-town community spirit we love.

■ KPOP Warriors Live Show!
Sun. May 10 | 3 p.m. | Mary Jane Teall Theater
The whole family is invited to experience the dazzling, high-energy world of K-pop live on stage, complete with electrifying choreography, colorful costumes, acrobatics, and interactive fun.

■ Whose Live Anyway?
Sun. May 10 | 7:30 p.m. | Century II
The cast of TV's beloved 'Whose Line Is It Anyway?' brings 90 minutes of hilarious, audience-driven improv comedy and song to Century II — trust us, you won't want to miss this one.

■ Bonding Thru Board Games
Tue. May 12 | 6 p.m. | Wichita Public Library - Evergreen Branch
All ages are welcome to pull up a chair and enjoy a fun, free night of board games and community connection at the Evergreen Branch of the Wichita Public Library.

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

EVENTS
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