Welcome to Riverfest weekend!

In today’s email:

• Feature Event: Riverfest continues

• Celebrate: Here’s To You Interactive Dinner

• Event Rundown: What’s ahead this weekend

• Music: This week’s concert rundown

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

FEATURE EVENT
Wichita Riverfest

Have you been enjoying all the content for Wichita Riverfest this year?

We are five days in and have had an incredible start that included The Jacksons, El Fantasma and Fiesta Del Rio, the YBG Fashion Show, GospelFest and then Sons of Legion paired with a military salute night.

There's so much going on that I had to put together an agenda of all the events I'm excited for most. If you’re trying to see what else is down the line for the final week, here’s my itinerary.

But keep in mind, there’s so much more to do outside of what I’m able to fit in my schedule.

The staff at Festivals Inc, put together an incredible digital guide that shows the daily events. No longer do you need to download an app, just bookmark this link and it’ll tell you everything you need to know.

Looking for what food is available? We have a guide for that too which includes some local additions such as Honey & Rues and Sunshine Treats.

Otherwise, I hope to see many of you this weekend and all next week in downtown Wichita. Buttons are now available at Quiktrip or you can purchase them at the gate.

Remember that June 4 is Throwback Thursday where all you need is an old button to get in.

EVENTS
This Week’s Events

■Summer Kickoff: Free Family Day at Botanica Gardens
Wed. June 3 | 11 a.m. | Botanica
Kick off summer the right way with a free, laid-back afternoon in the gardens hosted by local education communities VELA, Lily Lake, Learning Lab Wichita, and WISE — good food, great families, and no dress code required.

■Cajun & Creole Fest at Riverfest
Thu. June 4 | 5 p.m. | Century II
Bring your appetite to Riverfest for a delicious taste of Louisiana right here in the ICT, with a $18 meal featuring jambalaya, red beans and rice, and bread pudding steps away from the live music.

■Wichita Community Theatre presents Lost Girl
Thu. June 4 - Sun. June 7 | Wichita Community Theatre
Wichita Community Theatre brings a grown-up twist to a beloved classic, reimagining what happened to Wendy Darling long after she left Neverland behind.

■First Friday at Hopping Gnome Brewing
Fri. June 5 | 5 p.m. | Hopping Gnome Brewing Co.
Grab a cold one and shop an incredible lineup of local artisans, bakers, and makers gathered on the Hopping Gnome patio for one of Wichita's favorite monthly traditions.

■W Downtown Crawl
Fri. June 5 | 5 p.m. | Union Station Plaza
Interns and young professionals, this one's for you — explore downtown Wichita's best bars, restaurants, shops, and coffee spots while connecting with your fellow newcomers to the ICT.

■First Friday Market at Hopping Gnome
Fri. June 5 | 5 p.m. | Hopping Gnome Brewing Co.
Kick off market season on the Hopping Gnome patio where you can fill your glass, shop local makers, and soak up that First Friday energy with your people.

■First Friday Art Gallery Crawl
Fri. June 5 | 5:30 p.m. | Plymouth Congregational Church
Explore three thoughtfully curated gallery spaces at Plymouth Congregational Church this First Friday, including a moving display of panels from the National AIDS Memorial Quilt alongside works by local artists.

■Here's To You Live: Interactive Dinner
Fri. June 5 | 5:30 p.m. | Odd Fellow Hall
This intimate underground dinner experience at Odd Fellow Hall is less about networking and more about real conversations, intentional cocktails, and the kind of stories that actually stick with you.

■RiverFlix
Fri. June 5 | 6 p.m. | Exploration Place
Pack your blankets and snacks for a magical outdoor movie night under the stars at the Wichita Foundation Amphitheater — a perfect summer evening for the whole family.

■39th Annual Midwest Chevelle Regionals
Fri. June 5 - Sat. June 6 | Wichita State University
The longest-running Chevelle show in the USA rolls back into Wichita for its 39th year, bringing classic muscle car fans together right here in the Air Capital of the World.

■Garden Tour by K-State Extension Sedgwick County
Fri. June 5 - Sun. June 7 | Sedgwick County Extension Building
Stroll through six stunning private landscapes across the Wichita area on this year's K-State Extension Master Gardeners annual tour, showcasing creative and water-wise garden designs you'll want to bring home.

■Adult Skate Night
Fri. June 5 | 9:30 p.m. | Carousel Skate Center
Lace up and relive your glory days at Carousel Skate Center's Adult Skate Night, where a live DJ, a full bar, and all your favorite 90s hits make for an unforgettable Friday night out.

■Kansas Grown Farmers Market - 21st & Ridge
Sat. June 6 | 7 a.m. | Kansas Grown Farmers Market
Start your Saturday morning right at the Kansas Grown Farmers Market, where you'll find fresh local produce, homemade goodies, live music, food trucks, and friendly faces all in one place.

■Kansas Grown Indoor Farmers Market - Andover Market
Sat. June 6 | 8 a.m. | Kansas Grown Farmers Market
Head out to the Andover Kansas Grown Farmers Market for a morning of fresh local flavors, artisan crafts, live music, and the warm community spirit that makes this market a Saturday staple.

■Old Town Farm & Art Market
Sat. June 6 | 8 a.m. | Old Town Farm & Art Market
Over 30 years strong and still going — the Old Town Farm & Art Market is Wichita's beloved Saturday gathering spot for fresh food, local art, live music, and the kind of community vibe that makes this city special.

■8th Annual ICT Picklefest - Blood Orchard Vintage Market & Southside Food Truck Rally
Sat. June 6 | 10 a.m. | Blood Orchard — reBorn boutique & marketplace
The beloved ICT Picklefest is back for its 8th year with vintage shopping, small business goods, and food trucks serving up creative pickle-inspired dishes that you absolutely have to taste to believe.

■Lavender Daze at Prairie Pines
Sat. June 6 | 10 a.m. | Prairie Pines
Slow down and breathe it all in at Prairie Pines' Lavender Daze, a family-friendly summer escape through blooming lavender fields with live music, shaded seating, and all the fragrant beauty you could ask for.

■Side Pockets .5k Beer Run for KS Humane Society
Sat. June 6 | 10:30 a.m. | Side Pockets
This is the most fun you'll ever have running just one-third of a mile — Side Pockets' 0.5K Beer Run rewards your effort with a cold brew and the satisfaction of supporting the Kansas Humane Society.

■Riverfest Classic Car Show
Sat. June 6 | 11 a.m. | Century II
Cruise on over to Century II and drool over some of the most gorgeous classic and custom cars in the region at this year's Riverfest Classic Car Show, capped off with an awards ceremony at 4 p.m.

■2026 Gladiator Dash
Sat. June 6 | 11 a.m. | Sedgwick County Park
Test your grit and have a blast doing it at the Wichita Gladiator Dash — an action-packed 5K obstacle course through land and water at Sedgwick County Park that's built for all fitness levels.

■Discovery Day at Frank Lloyd Wright's Allen House
Sat. June 6 | 1 p.m. | Frank Lloyd Wright's Allen House
Whether you're a longtime architecture buff or a first-time visitor, Discovery Day at the Allen House is a wonderful chance to explore the art and design genius of Frank Lloyd Wright right here in Wichita.

■Save the Kitties Bitchy Bingo Fundraiser
Sat. June 6 | 1 p.m. | Elisabeth's Lounge
Grab your dauber and help save some kitties at this fun-filled bingo fundraiser at Elisabeth's Lounge, with 10 rounds of play, great prizes, and all proceeds supporting local rescue cats.

■Riverfest Native Expo 'A Powow Experience'
Sat. June 6 | 4 p.m. | Wichita Riverfest
Don't miss this brand-new Riverfest highlight — the Native Expo Pow-Wow Experience on Kennedy Plaza is a beautiful, free-with-button celebration of Indigenous culture, dance, and tradition that the whole community is invited to enjoy.

■4th Annual Midwest R&B Fest
Sat. June 6 | 5 p.m. | Capitol Federal Amphitheater
Bring your lawn chairs and your crew to the Capitol Federal Amphitheater for a soulful evening of real R&B featuring powerhouse performers Kelly Price, Jacquees, Lyfe Jennings, and Rome.

■Central Kansas Vinyl Collectors Hutch Swap Meet
Sun. June 7 | Noon | Knights of Columbus Hall (Hutchinson, KS)
Dig through stacks of vinyl records, CDs, and cassette tapes at this free, laid-back swap meet in Hutchinson — a music lover's paradise just a short drive from Wichita.

■Playing in the Past - A Summer Program at the Historical Museum
Sun. June 7 | 1 p.m. | Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum
Bring the kids to the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum for a fun Sunday afternoon of guided tours and hands-on activities that bring old-fashioned childhood games back to life.

■Cigar Sunday at Hopping Gnome
Sun. June 7 | 4 p.m. | Hopping Gnome Brewing Co.
Wind down your weekend on the Hopping Gnome patio with a craft beer in hand and a fine cigar courtesy of Cigar Chateau — the perfect way to ease into Sunday Funday.

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

EVENTS
Live Music Sponsored by Mort’s Martini Bar