Welcome to Riverfest weekend!

In today’s email:

• Feature Event: Wichita Open Opener

• Foodies: Wichita Taco Fest

• Celebration: Cars & Calibers

• Event Rundown: What’s ahead this weekend

• Music: This week’s concert rundown

Want to have your event in next Wednesday’s email drop?

OPINION NEEDED
Wichita Music Census

As a big advocate for the music scene here in Wichita, it’s only fair I share this.

Opinions are needed. You can help shape our local music scene by taking the Wichita Music Census!

Seven Visionary of the Year candidates have already raised $441,000 and are making a final push to hit $500,000 before June 30th.

Anyone 18 or older involved in Wichita’s music community in any way is encouraged to participate!

WATCH PARTY
Love Island Mondays

Grab your villa crew and join the party every Monday night at West Biggins for the ultimate Love Island Watch Party!

Catch all the drama, recouplings, bombshell arrivals, and jaw-dropping moments on the big screens starting at 8pm. Whether you’re Team Love, Team Chaos, or just here for the memes, they’ve got your Monday night covered.

There’s half-price drinks, $7 appetizers, prizes and all the drama.

THIS SUNDAY
Golden: A K-Pop Demon Hunters Party

On Sunday, June 28, fans can step out from behind the screens, dress up, bring friends and spend the afternoon surrounded by fellow Kpop Demon Hunters fans.

Show times take place at 11am, 1:30pm, and 4pm. Choose the time that works best for you!

Tickets are just $20 a person or $17 for members.

EVENTS
This Week’s Events

■Wichita Open
Thu. June 25 - Sun. June 28 | Crestview Country Club
Golf fans, don't miss the Wichita Open at Crestview Country Club, where 156 of the world's most promising young players compete on the PGA TOUR Americas circuit right here in our own backyard.

■Bradley Fair Summer Concert Series
Thu. June 25 | 7:30 p.m. | Bradley Fair
Grab your lawn chairs and head to Bradley Fair for a wonderful summer evening of live music under the open sky — it's one of Wichita's most beloved warm-weather traditions!

■Free Family Event at Botanica
Fri. June 26 | 5 p.m. | Botanica
Bring the whole family to Botanica for a beautiful free evening of live music and community spirit, including a special watch party celebrating the Tabernacle Choir's historic return to the Hollywood Bowl.

■RiverFlix
Fri. June 26 | 6 p.m. | Exploration Place
Pack your blankets and snacks and join neighbors of all ages at Exploration Place's Wichita Foundation Amphitheater for a magical family movie night under the stars along the river.

■Fr3edm Music Last Friday
Fri. June 26 | 6:30 p.m. | Naftzger Park
Head downtown to Naftzger Park for a free, lively music jam session courtesy of FR3EDM Music — it's the perfect way to kick off your Final Friday with great vibes and live local talent.

■Next Stop Comedy at The Gallery Place Project
Fri. June 26 | 7 p.m. | Chainlink Gallery Place
Laugh out loud at Gallery Place Project as Next Stop Comedy rolls into town with a fresh lineup of stand-up comedians, including acts you may have seen on TV and heard on your favorite podcasts.

■21st Annual Wichita Pride
Fri. June 26 - Sat. June 27 | Century II
Wichita celebrates 21 years of Pride with a joyful, welcoming festival, parade, and pageant at Century II — come out and share in the love, community, and acceptance!

■Adult Skate Night
Fri. June 26 | 9:30 p.m. | Carousel Skate Center
Lace up your skates and relive the good old days at Carousel Skate Center's Adult Skate Night, featuring a live DJ, a full bar, and all the nostalgic hits from the 90s to now.

■Kansas Grown Farmers Market - 21st & Ridge
Sat. June 27 | 7 a.m. | Kansas Grown Farmers Market
Start your Saturday morning right at the Kansas Grown Farmers Market, where friendly local growers, producers, and artisans bring fresh produce, baked goods, flowers, and so much more to your neighborhood.

■Old Town Farm & Art Market
Sat. June 27 | 8 a.m. | Old Town Farm & Art Market
For more than 30 years, the Old Town Farm & Art Market has been a cherished Saturday gathering spot where Wichitans come together to enjoy fresh food, local art, live music, and the best of our creative community.

■Kansas Grown Indoor Farmers Market - Andover Market
Sat. June 27 | 8 a.m. | Kansas Grown Farmers Market
Andover neighbors, your Saturday morning just got better — stop by the Kansas Grown Farmers Market for locally grown produce, fresh baked goods, handmade crafts, live music, and familiar friendly faces.

■ICT Fit Fest
Sat. June 27 | 8 a.m. | Bungee Fit
Start your Saturday morning with movement and community at Bungee Fit, where you can try rebounding, bungee workouts, yoga, and pilates alongside local vendors and giveaways.

■Paramount Marketplace Antiques Outdoor Vintage Market August
Sat. June 27 | 9 a.m. | Paramount Marketplace Antiques, Vintage & New (13th St)
Treasure hunters rejoice — Paramount Marketplace's Outdoor Vintage Market is back for its monthly pop-up, loaded with antiques, vintage goods, furniture, jewelry, and one-of-a-kind handmade finds.

■Lavender Daze at Prairie Pines
Sat. June 27 | 10 a.m. | Prairie Pines
Slow down and soak up the season at Prairie Pines' Lavender Daze, a gorgeous family-friendly summer outing with blooming lavender fields, live music, and shaded garden paths to wander.

■Wichita K-Pop Fest
Sat. June 27 | 2 p.m. | Sedgwick County Extension Building
Wichita's local K-Pop community comes together for a festive celebration at the Sedgwick County Extension Building, featuring fan-made photocards, performances, and good vibes for all ages.

■Books & Brews for Babes
Sat. June 27 | 3 p.m. | Hopping Gnome Brewing Co.
Book lovers, this one's for you — Hopping Gnome teams up with Jackalope Books for a beach-read themed grown-up book fair complete with craft beers, cocktails, coloring bookmarks, and good company.

■Shop & Grub
Sat. June 27 | 5 p.m. | Naftzger Park
Wichita's favorite outdoor shopping and food market is back at Naftzger Park, bringing together over 40 local vendors for a lively evening of great food, unique finds, and community fun.

■ICT Street Showdown
Sat. June 27 | 5:30 p.m. | 1440 S. Handley St.
Car enthusiasts and spectators can check out clean cars, trucks, and custom builds at this free outdoor show on the south side, complete with food vendors, a live DJ, giveaways, and bouncy houses.

■Boots, Brews & the Red, White & Blue
Sat. June 27 | 6 p.m. | Morning Grit Farm
Celebrate America's 250th birthday in true Kansas style at Morning Grit Farm with an all-American country party featuring boots, brews, and plenty of hometown spirit.

■RMHC Wichita Annual Gala
Sat. June 27 | 6 p.m. | INTRUST Bank Arena
Join the Wichita community for a wonderful semi-formal evening of dinner, auctions, and live music at INTRUST Bank Arena, all in support of the families served by Ronald McDonald House Charities Wichita.

■Wichita Water Lantern Festival
Sat. June 27 | 6:30 p.m. | O.J. Watson Park
Gather with friends and family at O.J. Watson Park for a breathtaking evening of floating lanterns, celebrating love, hope, and community as the sun sets over the water.

■Pride Drag Show
Sat. June 27 | 10 p.m. | Nortons Brewing Company
Cap off Pride weekend at Nortons Brewing Company with a spectacular drag show hosted by Effi Darling, featuring a dazzling cast of performers — free to attend and 21+ only.

■Art & Ale - Summer Edition
Sun. June 28 | 11 a.m. | Nortons Brewing Company
Celebrate Nortons Brewing Co.'s 11th birthday at the Art & Ale Summer Edition market, where you can shop local makers, sip great brews, and soak up that perfect Wichita summer Sunday vibe.

■Kansas 1776: A Dynamic Landscape
Sun. June 28 | 2 p.m. | Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum
History buffs will love this fascinating afternoon lecture at the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum, exploring Kansas as a rich and dynamic cultural landscape long before the nation's founding in 1776.

■Kansas Aviation Museum Block Party
Sun. June 28 | 3 p.m. | Kansas Aviation Museum
The whole family is invited to the Kansas Aviation Museum's Block Party for a fun-filled afternoon of open aircraft tours, kids' activities, bounce houses, and local food in the heart of Wichita's aviation heritage.

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

EVENTS
Live Music Sponsored by Mort’s Martini Bar