Wichita Weekender 7/2/25

What's going on this weekend? Get a roundup every Wednesday of the best events in Wichita, including concerts, parties, and festivals.

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Wichita By E.B.
July 02, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 8 minutes

Thanks To Our Event Newsletter Sponsor:

In today’s email:

  • Feature Event: Red, White & Boom

  • 2nd Feature Event: Red, White, & Bluey Paw-ty

  • Event Rundown: What’s ahead this weekend

  • Music: This week’s concert rundown

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FEATURE EVENT
Community Invited To Fireworks Show

Wichita Park and Recreation and Wichita Parks Foundation will host the tenth annual Red, White & BOOM presented by Evergy on Friday, July 4, 2025 from 6 to 10:30 p.m. in downtown Wichita. Other sponsors include Raising Cane’s, Audacy Wichita, KAKE. 

For the first time ever, Century II’s Kennedy Plaza will be the central hub for this free community celebration. Beginning at 6 p.m., food vendors will be available along Douglas avenue north of Century II. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs. Fireworks will begin at 9:30 p.m. immediately following the Wind Surge’s fireworks at Equity Bank Park. The show will be choreographed to music. Guests may download the Pyrocast app or scan a QR code at the event to sync their experience. 

For an exclusive experience, Century II will offer a family-friendly balcony party with a fantastic view of the fireworks. Admission will be charged, and tickets will be sold directly through Century II via Select-A-Seat. Tickets are available for sale.

UPCOMING EVENT
Red, White & Bluey Paw-ty

Celebrate the red, white, and blue at Jerry’s Bar & Grill on July 5th with a family-friendly Puppy Paw-ty featuring Bluey and Bingo, dancing, crafts, games, and more patriotic fun for kids of all ages.

EVENTS
This Week’s Events

Connects and Communication | July 2
Details: Heartspring | 11:30am
We are hosting a Meet and Greet for the community and our Home Providers to make matches with Person Supported. We are a residential provider for adults with an intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD) through our Mosaic at Home program. We will also be hiring for Home Providers during the event. We will have information on Mosaic at Home, what a Home Provider is and their responsibilities.

Summer Concert Series | July 3
Details: Bradley Fair | 6pm

Light on the Sky - Maize Fireworks | July 3
Details: Clair Donnelly Amphitheater

First Friday Popup Markets | July 4
Details: Hopping Gnome | 5pm

Adult Skate Night | July 4
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 | July 5
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 | July 5
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.

Celebrate America! | July 5
Details: Old Cowtown Museum | 10am

Red White and Bluey - Patriotic Puppy Paw-ty | July 5
Details: Jerry’s Bar & Grill 2pm

Sedgwick County Zoo Pajama Party | July 5
Details: Sedgwick County Zoo | 6:30pm

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

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EVENT RUNDOWN
Sporting Events

Wichita Wind Surge (Home Games)
July 4-6 | vs. Tulsa
July 8-13 | vs. San Antonio
July 22 - 27 | vs. Frisco

AROUND THE CORNER
Coming Soon

The Bourbon Salute | August 9
Details: TempleLive Wichita | 6pm
Come enjoy an evening of bourbon tastings, delicious BBQ pairings, good company, and hand-rolled cigars, all while supporting the 1st Sergeant’s Council.

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EVENTS
Live Music Sponsored by Mort’s Martini Bar

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UPCOMING LIVE SHOWS
Logan Mize in Hutchinson

Beer. Music. Summer nights.
It doesn’t get more Kansas than this.
Join us for the Salt City Street Party with Logan Mize live in front of the brewery!
- Outdoor stage
- Ice-cold beer and mixed drinks
- Good vibes

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