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Wichita Weekender 7/23/25
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.
July 23, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 11 minutes
Thanks To Our Event Newsletter Sponsor:
In today’s email:
Feature Event: What The Healthy Fest
Community: The Aftershocks
First Ever: Michelada Fest
Event Rundown: What’s ahead this weekend
Music: This week’s concert rundown
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FEATURE EVENT
What The Healthy Fest
Be there this Saturday, July 26 at Naftzger Park for What The Healthy Fest.
What The Healthy is not your typical wellness event.
It’s where movement meets mindset, fitness meets fun, and health meets community. From sunrise runs to recovery lounges, this one-of-a-kind experience blends fitness, holistic healing, entertainment, and local vendors — all designed to help you reset, recharge, and reconnect.
This event includes:
5K Wellness Run
Post-run hydration by Doc Greens
Full Body HIIT Workout
Yoga & Cooldown Stretch
Vendor & Community Free Time
DJ Tommy Billions
COMMUNITY
The Aftershocks head to the TBT quarterfinals
The Aftershocks pulled off an incredible win on Tuesday night and are now headed to the quarterfinals of the TBT to play a the winner of Heartfire and the KU alumni team.
Can you imagine the WSU alumni team facing off against the KU alumni team?
The quarterfinals takes place Sunday, July 27 at 8pm. Get your tickets now!
COMING SOON
Michelada Fest 2025
The inaugural Michelada Fest 2025 takes place Saturday, September 27 at the Kansas International Dragway from 2pm to 11pm.
This event includes:
Free michelada tasting samples from top vendors
Live DJ sets and musical performances
Custom cars, street trucks and racing
Food, retail vendors, and giveways
Interested in being a Michelada vendor? Email [email protected]
Otherwise tickets for the Michelada Fest and Car/Truck Show are now available.
EVENTS
This Week’s Events
Trains N’ Tunes | July 24
Details: Great Plains Transportation Museum | 7pm
Join us for another installment of Trains ‘n Tunes featuring Banda Tamborracho and the Raices de mi Tierra dancers on Thursday, July 24th at 7:30 p.m. Bring your own beverages (of any kind), food, and portable seating for a concert amid our massive locomotives, overlooking downtown Wichita.
RiverFlix | July 25
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: The Goonies
Audacy Summer Concert Series | July 25
Details: Naftzger Park | 8pm
Audacy Wichita is bringing the heat this summer with the Summer Concert Series, offering free concerts under the stars Naftzger Park. The community is invited to enjoy live music, food trucks, and good times every Friday night.
Adult Skate Night | July 25
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 26
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 26
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 Bridal Expo | July 26-27
Details: Century II
What The Healthy Fest | July 26
Details: Naftgzer Park | 8am
The Nowhere Grill 1-Year Anniversary | July 26
Details: The Nowhere Grill | 2pm
The Nowhere Grill is turning one, and you're invited to the ultimate birthday bash on Saturday, July 26! Enjoy family fun from 2–4 PM with free sliders, a car show, face painting, and more—then stick around for live music all evening and a karaoke party to close out the night!
Fert’s Taco Tour | July 26
Details: Various taco stops in Wichita | 4pm
Want to discover your new favorite taco in town? Come join me as I guide you through some of Wichita’s best tacos. We will hit up taco joint after taco joint while trying a couple tacos at each place. We will be starting on the south side for the first leg of the tour, and then head to the north side for the second leg. You don’t have to follow the same route, you can do just the south side or just the north side, or you can go in whatever order you like. There are no rules to this event, it’s just a way to open people up to some of my favorite taco vendors in town. Make sure to bring cash since some places will be cash only!
Cars & Coconuts | July 27
Details: Sharky’s Island Bites | 9am
Rev up for another Cars and Coconuts at Sharky’s Island Bites. All cars, bikes, and builds are welcome—come hang with fellow enthusiasts, enjoy chill island vibes, and grab some tasty bites while checking out Wichita’s coolest rides.
Foam Party | July 27
Details: Pumphouse | 3pm
TBT Tournament | July 27
Details: Charles Koch Arena | 8pm
This is just a glimpse of what’s taking place!
EVENT RUNDOWN
Sporting Events
Wichita Wind Surge (Home Games)
July 23-27 | vs. Frisco
TBT Tournament
July 27
NBC World Series
July 24–August 2
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.
ADVER
UPCOMING LIVE SHOWS
Audacy Summer Concert Series
Audacy Wichita is bringing the heat this summer with the Summer Concert Series, offering free concerts under the stars Naftzger Park. The community is invited to enjoy live music, food trucks, and good times every Friday night.
Naftzger Park | Music starts at 8:00 PM
July 25: The Astronauts – A local favorite bringing decades of party-rock experience and high-energy performances packed with crowd-pleasing classics.
August 1: Lucky People – A high-energy band mixing today’s hits with classics from every era. Known for powerful vocals and a tight rhythm section, they deliver a fun, upbeat show perfect for summer nights.
August 8: Monterey Jack – Known as Kansas’ “cheesy band,” Monterey Jack brings big energy, bold personality, and a show that is part concert, part comedy, and an all-out good time.
August 15: Roadhouse Saints – Kansas’ premier classic rock cover band keeping the golden age of rock alive with timeless tunes, big guitar riffs, and the perfect vibe for outdoor summer nights.
All shows are completely free and open to the public. All ages are welcome. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, picnic blankets, and their dancing shoes. Each night will also feature a rotating lineup of local food trucks and beverage vendors, so come hungry and thirsty.
For more details on the Audacy Summer Concert Series, visit naftzgerpark.com!
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