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City/County Birthday Party (and the Historical Museum’s 85th Anniversary)!

Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum 204 S Main St, Wichita, Kansas

Join us Saturday and Sunday July 20-21st from 1-5 pm as the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum celebrates 3 special birthdays! Celebrating their 154th Year- Wichita was officially “born” July 21, 1870, just 3 months after the establishment of Sedgwick County, Kansas Celebrating our 85th Year- The Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum Read more…

Free

Art House 310 First Friday – Tara Hufford Walker & Mark Walker

Art House 310 310 S. Laura, Wichita

Art House 310 First Friday – Tara Hufford Walker & Mark Walker Opening Reception | First Friday August 2nd, 2024 | 6-10pm This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through August 24th, 2024. Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks Read more…

“The Women of Brown” (A McIlwaine Speaker Series Talk)

Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum 204 S Main St, Wichita, Kansas

The Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum presents... The Women of Brown by Donna Rae Pearson Twelve Black women were at the forefront of the civil rights movement as plaintiffs in the landmark Brown v. Board of Education case. Unfortunately, their contributions to the civil rights movement have often been overlooked, yet they are Read more…

Free

Chris D’Elia

Wichita Orpheum Theatre 200 N Broadway, Wichita, KS, United States

Chris D’Elia has become one of the most in-demand performers in comedy. His highly successful podcast CONGRATULATIONS WITH CHRIS D’ELIA has been a mainstay on iTunes’ comedy podcast charts since its debut in February 2017. He is also a co-star on THE GOLDEN HOUR with Brendan Schaub & Erik Griffin.

$34.50 – $54.50

Art House 310 First Friday – Five Artists Show

Art House 310 310 S. Laura, Wichita

Art House 310 First Friday – Five Artists Show Opening Reception | First Friday September 6th, 2024 | 6-10pm This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through September 22nd, 2024. Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE of Douglas Read more…

70s Disco Adult Skate

Carousel Skate Center 312 N. West St., Wichita

Celebrate 50 years of Carousel by taking it back to the year it all began! Dress up in your best 70s attire for a fun night of skating, drinks and friends.

Art House 310 First Friday – Alexandria Olthoff & Emily Ritter

Art House 310 310 S. Laura, Wichita

Art House 310 First Friday – Alexandria Olthoff & Emily Ritter Opening Reception | First Friday October 4th, 2024 | 6-10pm This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through October 20th, 2024. Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE Read more…

Celtic Thunder presented by PBS Kansas

Wichita Orpheum Theatre 200 N Broadway, Wichita, KS, United States

PBS darlings Celtic Thunder will play the Orpheum Theatre on Friday, October 4. ODYSSEY, the latest show from the internationally acclaimed group, is a fascinating exploration of Irish music and culture, firmly grounded in the ensemble’s impressive history, while ambitiously forging new paths. In ODYSSEY, Celtic Thunder invites audiences on Read more…

$59 – $89

Cold Case Live

Wichita Orpheum Theatre 200 N Broadway, Wichita, KS, United States

Investigate America’s most notorious cold cases at COLD CASE LIVE, a live exploration into unsolved crime! Featuring in-depth analyses and firsthand investigator insights, prepare for an evening of shocking revelations as our expert host, Joe Kennedy (Starz TV’s “Wrong Man”), walks you through the process of solving a cold case. Inspect Read more…

$29.50 – $64.50

Jelly Roll Pre-Party

The Hudson - St. Francis 427 S. St. Francis, Wichita

Open to the public Drink specials: Happy hour $2 off all spirits from 5:00-6:00p $15 Busch buckets, $20 domestic bucktets Food Truck - El Gusto ICT

Free

Jelly Roll Pre-Party

The Hudson - St. Francis 427 S. St. Francis, Wichita

When: 10.15.25  5:00-8:00p Where: The Hudson St. Francis Drink specials for the night: Happy Hour $2 off all spirits from 5-6p $15 Busch buckets, $20 Domestic Buckets Open to the Public El Gusto ICT Food Truck available for those who wish to purchase food!

Free

The Black Jacket Symphony presents Elton John’s Madman Across the Water

Wichita Orpheum Theatre 200 N Broadway, Wichita, KS, United States

Remember putting on an album and listening from start to finish?  Relive that moment with a live concert experience unlike any other as The Black Jacket Symphony recreates Elton John’s iconic album Madman Across the Water live in its entirety—note for note, sound for sound—plus a full set of Elton Read more…

$35 – $40

BooFest

Exploration Place 300 N McLean Blvd, Wichita, KS

Join us for a family-friendly party that embraces the fun and silly side of Halloween. Trick-or-treat your way through the exhibits, play Halloween games and participate in hands-on science experiments. Wear your costumes and invite your friends – BooFest is going to be a blast!

$2 – $12

Super Mario Party Jamboree Tournament!

The Point at Ridgepoint Church 8000 W 21st St N, Wichita, KS, United States

🎮 Join The Point Gaming’s Super Mario Party Jamboree Tournament! 🎮 Get ready for an epic esports gaming event like no other! The Point Gaming invites you to our Super Mario Party Jamboree Tournament, happening over two exciting Saturdays: October 19 and October 26. 🗓️ Event Dates: Qualifying Week: October Read more…

Free

Harnessing Disruption: Pioneering the Future of Innovation and Growth in the Business World.

Woolsey Hall, Frank A. Boettger Auditorium 2060 N Mid Campus Drive, Wichita

Mark your calendars now: At 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 23, Byron Knight — president of Koch Disruptive Technologies — will serve as a distinguished keynote speaker as part of the prestigious James Schwartz Distinguished Speaker Series. In a fireside chat with Tom Gentile, CEO of Hexcel Corporation, Byron will present Read more…

Free

SPOOKY Night of Treasures | Halloween Event at Museum of World Treasures

Museum of World Treasures Wichita, KS, United States

SPOOKY Night of Treasures is part of the Night of Treasures Event Series, held annually to raise funds for the Museum of World Treasures. Join us for an evening of thrilling entertainment and support our mission of education and inspiration.This Halloween-themed event features a live haunted tour, delicious food, refreshing Read more…

$50 – $55

Halloween Drive-Thru

Maize Clair Donnelly Amphitheater 311 W. Academy, Maize

In partnership, the Maize Rec Commission and City of Maize invites you to join us for a spooky drive-thru where you will see the night come alive! Pre-registered vehicles will receive a sweet treat, a full-sized candy bar for you to eat! Those not pre-registered don't delay, sponsors will hand Read more…

$5.00

An Evening with David Sedaris

Wichita Orpheum Theatre 200 N Broadway, Wichita, KS, United States

David Sedaris is one of America’s pre-eminent humor writers. He is a master of satire and one of today’s most observant writers. Sedaris has been nominated for five Grammy Awards for Best Spoken Word and Best Comedy Album. His audio recordings include “David Sedaris: Live for Your Listening Pleasure” and Read more…

$32 – $75

Wheel of Fortune LIVE!

Wichita Orpheum Theatre 200 N Broadway, Wichita, KS, United States

Wheel of Fortune LIVE! – America’s Game® comes to your hometown! Contestants are randomly selected from the audience to join our host onstage for a chance to spin a replica of the iconic Wheel, solve puzzles, and WIN incredible prizes like trips to Paris and Hawaii or BIG MONEY up Read more…

$26.50 – $71.50

Dockum’s Haunted Halloween Costume Party

Dockum 104 S. Broadway, Wichita, KS

It’s the final night of Spooky Week, and Halloween has never been this immersive. On October 31st, join us for Dockum’s ultimate Costume Party. Dare to descend into the depths where haunting decor and themed cocktails set the scene. Costumes are highly encouraged, and the best one of the night Read more…

Art House 310 First Friday – Serena Salerno & Deber

Art House 310 310 S. Laura, Wichita

Art House 310 First Friday – Serena Salerno & Deber Opening Reception | First Friday November 1st, 2024 | 6-10pm This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through November 24th, 2024. Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE of Read more…

Mark Normand

Wichita Orpheum Theatre 200 N Broadway, Wichita, KS, United States

Dubbed by Jerry Seinfeld as the “best young up and coming comic,” Mark Normand has quickly become one of the most talked about touring comedians on the scene.  Normand’s 2023 one-hour Netflix special, SOUP TO NUTS, was a staple in the streamers’ Top Ten for several weeks.  This follows Normand’s self-released special, 2020’s OUT Read more…

$35 – $159.75

Hotel California

Wichita Orpheum Theatre 200 N Broadway, Wichita, KS, United States

A spirited blend of originality and the pursuit of excellence have taken Hotel California “A Salute to the Eagles” to a level of recognition normally reserved for Gold and Platinum recording artists. By respectfully and accurately reproducing the Grammy award winning sounds of our generation’s Greatest American Songbook, this legendary Read more…

$29.50 – $49.50

The Snow Queen presented by Grand Kyiv Ballet

Wichita Orpheum Theatre 200 N Broadway, Wichita, KS, United States

Grand Kyiv Ballet’s new Christmas ballet “The Snow Queen” is based on the world famous fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen. This fascinating kind romantic story set to the music of Edvard Grieg, Jules Massenet, Mozart and Vivaldi, will give unforgettable bright emotions of happiness for adults and children.

$29 – $69

Hawaiian Bros Grand Opening

Hawaiian Bros 1360 N Greenwich Rd., Wichita

Hawaiian Bros Soft Open - our VIP event! Free Food, Fun and Ohana!

Free

41st Annual Wreath Festival at the Historical Museum

Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum 204 S Main St, Wichita, Kansas

Join us for the 41st Annual Wreath Festival! Admission to the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum is free to the public during this 3-day celebration! Enjoy holiday cheer, music, and a wonderful destination for holiday gift buying. The Museum’s Store is transported to the 2nd floor DeVore Auditorium, where holiday shoppers Read more…

Free

Art House 310 First Friday – Dominique Joiner & Brittany Stewart

Art House 310 310 S. Laura, Wichita

Art House 310 First Friday – Dominique Joiner & Brittany Stewart Opening Reception | First Friday December 6th, 2024 | 6-10pm This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through December 22nd, 2024. Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE Read more…

Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet

Wichita Orpheum Theatre 200 N Broadway, Wichita, KS, United States

Give the gift of NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet to the whole family. Celebrate America’s favorite Christmas tradition with an international all-star cast that blends world class ballet with whimsical puppets, lavish costumes and stunning acrobatics! Share the tradition of pure Holiday magic and Tchaikovsky’s timeless score with friends and family Read more…

$38 – $184

Stayin’ Alive

Wichita Orpheum Theatre 200 N Broadway, Wichita, KS, United States

STAYIN’ ALIVE offers to their audiences the songs and sights of a full Bee Gees playlist, singing blockbusters such as “Night Fever”, “Jive Talkin’”, “How Deep Is Your Love”, “You Should Be Dancing”, “Nights on Broadway” and “Stayin’ Alive”. In addition, they perform softer poetic ballads such as “I Started Read more…

$24.50 – $64.50