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Wichita Weekender 5/14/25
What's going on this weekend? Get a roundup every Wednesday of the best events in Wichita, including concerts, parties, and festivals.
Wichita By E.B.
May 14, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 10 minutes
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In today’s email:
Feature Event: HeritageFest
Event Rundown: What’s ahead this weekend
Throwdown: Who’s into cornhole?
Music: This week’s concert rundown
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FEATURE EVENT
HeritageFest
Join us as we step back in time to celebrate our city’s roots with themed food, old-time photos, kids’ activities, and an unforgettable trip into the past. Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 17, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. at The Heritage (located off Yorktown Road and Kellogg).
Did you know that a train robbery took place in Andover back in 1898? In a dramatic turn of events, a depot agent ran to a nearby church for help - right in the middle of an ice cream social!
Andover’s history is full of fascinating stories, and we can’t wait to bring them to life at HeritageFest!
Just a few of the activities on Saturday, May 17, 2025:
Ice cream social provided by Cuppa Yo
Music by The Haymakers and Diamond W. Wranglers
Themed food at Livingston's Cafe
Old-time photos for the entire family by Miss Purdy
Candy and merch shop with memorabilia to purchase
Activities for families and children including sack racing, gold panning, and more
More to be announced!
HeritageFest is free and open to the public, inspired by Andover’s historic train era.
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Cornhole Tournament!
DATE: Sunday, June 1, 2025
TIME: Gates Open at 11a.m. , Bags fly at noon.
LOCATION: Main St, just south of Douglas
Registration Deadline: May 31, 2025
Button Bracket: Just gotta show your button for your entry! This will be our social bracket, with prize packages for the top three winners. Four games of pool play into double elimination.
Competitive Bracket: $40 per team to enter. 100% cash payout to the top three. four games of pool play into double elimination.
EVENT RUNDOWN
This Week’s Events
Third Thursday | May 15
Details: Madison Avenue Central Park | 5pm
Join us for the second Third Thursday of the year, sponsored by Envigorate Aesthetics, featuring artists, food trucks, live music, and local vendors.
5th Annual Rod Trowbridge Memorial Fly-In | May 16-17
Details: Augusta Municipal Airport
Don’t miss this weekend-long celebration featuring a Friday night cornhole tournament and live music, followed by Saturday’s fly-in breakfast, classic car show, motorcycle poker run, and a high-energy tribute concert by Doug Allen Nash.
RiverFlix | May 16
Details: Wichita Foundation Amphitheater | 6pm
Join Exploration Place for a magical movie night under the stars featuring beloved films, family fun, and unforgettable memories.
Movie: Minions
Symphony in the Gardens | May 16
Details: Botanica | 6pm
Experience an enchanting evening of love and music as the Wichita Symphony fills Botanica’s gardens with timeless romantic melodies, culminating in a twilight concert under the stars.
Amber Waves Tasting Tour | May 16
Details: Delano District | 6:30pm
Sip, sample, and stroll through Historic Delano during the 11th Annual Amber Waves Tasting Tour, a flavorful evening supporting Starkey and nearly 500 adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
80s Throwback Night for Leukemia Lymphoma Society | May 16
Details: Wichita Union Stockyards | 6:30pm
Adult Skate Night | May 16
Details: Carousel Skate Center | 9:30pm
Adult Night is your ultimate Friday escape—featuring a live DJ, full bar, and nonstop hits from the '90s to today for a high-energy night of nostalgia and fun with friends.
Kansas Grown Farmer's Market | May 17
Details: 21st and Ridge | 7am
Discover the largest grower-owned farmers market in Kansas, where you can shop for fresh produce, local goods, and artisan creations straight from the source—plus enjoy live music, cooking demos, and more.
Old Town Farm & Art Market | May 17
Details: Old Town Farm & Art Market | 8am
Time: 8am
Experience Wichita’s favorite Saturday tradition at the Old Town Farm & Art Market, where locals and visitors gather for fresh food, local art, live music, and lively street entertainment.
Wichita Flea Market | May 17-18
Details: Century II
Coffee Culture Party | May 17
Details: Wichita Boathouse | 10am
Kick off your day with the inaugural Coffee Culture Party featuring a Wellness Culture 2-Mile Longevity Walk, a 5K run with Elite Running Club, and a vibrant celebration to follow.
Sunflower Boogiedown | May 17
Details: Central Standard Brewing | 1pm
Shop & Grub | May 18
Details: Exploration Place | 11am
Celebrate five years of Wichita’s favorite outdoor market at Shop & Grub—where over 40 vendors, great food, and vibrant community vibes come together for a free, can’t-miss experience.
This is just a glimpse of what’s taking place!
COMMUNITY
Riverfest Feedback
Riverfest is just a couple of weeks away! From May 30-June 7, it’s nine days of nonstop activities.
You can catch the full guide here. In the meantime, what event are you looking forward to most?
Which Event Are You Looking Forward To Most At Riverfest? |
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EVENT RUNDOWN
Sporting Events
Wichita State Baseball (Home Games)
May 15-17 | vs. Memphis
Wichita Wind Surge (Home Games)
May 14 - 18 | vs. Arkansas
UPCOMING
Coming Soon
Lao New Year Festival | May 23-25
Details: Lao Buddhist Associates of Kansas
Wichita Asian Night Market | May 24
Details: Equity Bank Park | 5pm
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