In This Week’s Email

• Free music series at Exploration Place

• Zobilee Giveaway

• What’s taking place this weekend

• Your weekly rundown of live music in Wichita

FEATURE EVENT

Levitt Vibe Music Series

More FREE entertainment in Wichita

Thanks to your vote in a nationwide contest, Exploration Place won a grant to host free concerts for three years.

It’s the Levitt Vibe Music Series and all that starts this Thursday at the Wichita Foundation Amphitheater at Exploration Place and runs every Thursday until the end of October! Did I mention that it’s free!?!?

Food trucks and seating starts at 6pm. Opener at 7pm and headliner at 9.

GIVEAWAY

Zoobilee Tickets

The winner of two tickets to Zoobilee this year is James Mitchell. Please respond from the email address you entered with to claim your tickets.

You have 48 hours to respond or a backup winner will be drawn.

Didn’t get tickets? Head to SCZ.org to get yours today!

This Week’s Events

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■Love in the Age of Scammers: Panel Discussion
Wed. Sep. 2 | 6 p.m. | Flying Pig Improv
Join a timely and eye-opening panel conversation about romance scams, helping our community stay informed and protect the ones we love.

■Steam, Stogies & Steaks... and Bourbon too!
Thu. Sep. 3 | 6 p.m. | Great Plains Transportation Museum
Head down to the Great Plains Transportation Museum for a one-of-a-kind evening of steaks, bourbon, railyard games, and good old-fashioned Wichita camaraderie.

■One More Margarita Paint and Sip
Thu. Sep. 3 | 6 p.m. | Chico's Restaurant
Raise a glass and a paintbrush at beloved Chico's Mexican Restaurant for a colorful send-off paint and sip night before this local icon closes its doors after 52 wonderful years.

■Sparkling Social with Ballet Wichita
Thu. Sep. 3 | 6:30 p.m. | Goldfinch Coffee and Cocktail
Sip, mingle, and catch surprise pop-up performances by Ballet Wichita dancers in the charming setting of Goldfinch Coffee and Cocktail — come and go as your evening allows!

■Asian Food Fair at the Buddhist Temple
Fri. Sep. 4 - Sun. Sep. 6 | Lao Buddhist Associates of Kansas
Don't miss this beloved community tradition celebrating the rich flavors and culture of Asia right here in Wichita over a full weekend at the Lao Buddhist Temple.

■September First Friday at Revolutsia
Fri. Sep. 4 | 4 p.m. | Revolutsia
Kick off the weekend Wichita-style with local vendors, food pop-ups, great drinks, and a vibey atmosphere at Revolutsia's always-fun September First Friday.

■RiverFlix
Fri. Sep. 4 | 6 p.m. | Exploration Place
Grab your blanket and snacks and settle in for a magical family movie night under the stars at Exploration Place's beautiful Wichita Foundation Amphitheater.

■First Friday at Hopping Gnome Brewing
Fri. Sep. 4 | 6 p.m. | Hopping Gnome Brewing Co.
Enjoy local craft beer alongside the stunning Flint Hills photography of featured artist Travis Heying and browse the monthly artisan market at one of Wichita's favorite neighborhood breweries.

■Adult Skate Night
Fri. Sep. 4 | 9:30 p.m. | Carousel Skate Center
Lace up your skates for a nostalgic grown-ups night out at Carousel Skate Center, featuring a live DJ, a full bar, and all the hits that defined your childhood.

■Wichita Swap N Shop
Sat. Sep. 5 | 6 a.m. | Starlite Drive-In
Early birds, this one's for you — head out to the Starlite Drive-In for a fun swap meet full of treasures, deals, and that classic Wichita community spirit.

■Kansas Grown Farmers Market - 21st & Ridge
Sat. Sep. 5 | 7 a.m. | Kansas Grown Farmers Market
Stock up on fresh local produce, artisan goods, and homemade treats while enjoying live music and the warm smiles of your favorite local growers and makers.

■Old Town Farm & Art Market
Sat. Sep. 5 | 8 a.m. | Old Town Farm & Art Market
Join Wichita's beloved 30-year Saturday tradition in Old Town, where local growers, artists, and neighbors come together for an unbeatable mix of food, art, and community.

■Kansas Grown Farmers Market - Andover Market
Sat. Sep. 5 | 8 a.m. | Kansas Grown Farmers MarketAndover neighbors, your Saturday morning just got better — browse fresh local produce, baked goods, flowers, and handcrafted goods from friendly area farmers and artisans.

■63rd Annual Air Capital Fly-In
Sat. Sep. 5 | 8 a.m. | Jabara Airport
Celebrate Wichita's aviation heritage at the 63rd Annual Air Capital Fly-In, where kids can score free flights, families can explore amazing aircraft, and admission is just $5 for adults.

■2026 Laps for Love Backyard Ultra Marathon
Sat. Sep. 5 | 9 a.m. | Sedgwick County Park
Push your limits and run for something bigger than yourself at this inspiring backyard ultra marathon, where grit, community, and love keep every runner going one more lap.

■Discover Day and Open House
Sat. Sep. 5 | 9:30 a.m. | Riverside Music Together
Bring the little ones and explore the joy of family music-making at Riverside Music Together's open house, complete with free class demos, refreshments, and fun raffle prizes.

■The 4th Annual ICT Bee Fest
Sat. Sep. 5 | 10 a.m. | Mid-America All-Indian Center
Wichita's favorite pollinator celebration is back at the Mid-America All-Indian Center, with live bumblebees, butterflies, native plants, and hands-on fun for the whole family.

■Raza Fest 2026
Sat. Sep. 5 | 3 p.m. | Coleman Lot
Wichita's biggest festival is back and better than ever, bringing the whole community together for live music, incredible food, lucha libre, and non-stop family fun.

■Inspired Dining Presents Our First-Ever Comedy Night!
Sat. Sep. 5 | 5:30 p.m. | Inspired Dining
Inspired Dining is combining their signature culinary experience with a night of big laughs featuring comedian Scott Bedgood — grab your tickets fast, because only 64 seats are available!

■Wave Record Show
Sun. Sep. 6 | Noon | Maize City Hall
Music lovers, head to Maize City Hall for a free, laid-back afternoon of digging through vinyl records, CDs, and cassette tapes with fellow music fans in the community.

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