Senior Wednesday: Railroaded – The Industry that Shaped Kansas

Wichita Public Library - Advanced Learning Library 711 West 2nd St N, Wichita, United States

Transporting immigrant settlers, creating jobs, and feeding beef markets in the East, the railroad industry dominated the 19th Century American economy. Most Kansas towns were founded because of the railroad and few survived without it. Yet the advance of the railroad came at a significant cost to the Plains Indians, Read more…

Free

Learning Circle: Finding Purpose

Wichita Public Library - Advanced Learning Library 711 West 2nd St N, Wichita, United States

We will explore how to find purpose together. We will be learning about our unique strengths and place in the world through mindfulness, reflection, and compassion. In six short weeks, we will learn about the best version of ourselves, what our core values are, how to connect more deeply to Read more…

Free

Breakout Box: Happily Ever After

Wichita Public Library - Advanced Learning Library 711 West 2nd St N, Wichita, United States

Someone opened the fairy tale portal and we're now in the land of dragons, fairies, beanstalks, witches, and hopefully a little magic. Things seem to be mixed up, so we just need to sort things out and get the fairytales back in order. Help us break out a happily ever Read more…

Free

Teens Create Cloud Lights

Wichita Public Library - Advanced Learning Library 711 West 2nd St N, Wichita, United States

Do you love fun mood lighting? So do we! Join us while we turn simple paper lanterns into whimsical cloud light fixtures! Call (316) 261-8516 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register.

Free

Charlie Berens

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

$29.50, $39.50, $49.50CHARLIE BERENS is an Emmy-winning journalist, comedian, host, and creator of the Manitowoc Minute. The Wisconsin native has been featured on Fox, CBS, Funny or Die, TBS Digital, Variety, MTV News and more. Details >> found.ee/Berens-Oct12

Charlie Berens

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

CHARLIE BERENS is an Emmy-winning journalist, comedian, host, and creator of the Manitowoc Minute. The Wisconsin native has been featured on Fox, CBS, Funny or Die, TBS Digital, Variety, MTV News, and more. Most recently, Charlie’s Midwest-focused sketch comedy videos have garnered hundreds of millions of views. In addition to Read more…

$29.50 – $49.50

Wichita Wurlitzer Phantom of the Opera

Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center 225 W Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS, United States

Wichita Wurlitzer presents the 1925 silent movie, The Phantom of the Opera staring Lon Chaney. This fun Halloween event will begin at 7:00 p.m. with a masquerade. The public is welcome to join the dance after the grand march. Costumes are welcome but not required. Live music performed on the Read more…

$20

Wichita Wurlitzer Phantom of the Opera

Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center 225 W Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS, United States

Wichita Wurlitzer presents the 1925 silent film, Phantom of the Opera with live music performed by organist, Clark Wilson. The evening will begin with a masquerade dance at 7:00 with the film following at 7:30. Costumes are welcome but not required.

Fridays at 5:30 (21+ and older only) – Applejack Pumpkin Patch

Applejack Pumpkin Patch 10007 SW Indianola Rd, Augusta

Enjoy an evening out at Applejack! We turn the patch into an adult playground just for you! Must be 21+ to enter. ID will be requested at the gate. No children or infants please. We will have a food truck, outdoor games, and live music. Visit Applejack Store for fall Read more…

$10.00

Spooky Sound Bath and Handpan Concert on Handpan Day

Body and Soul Therapeutic Massage 353 N Hillside St, Wichita, KS

Come enjoy a spooky sound journey on Friday the 13th! 👻🎃💀 A combination of handpans, didgeridoo, and singing bowls will help conjure in the Halloween spirit. Rest and relax while the haunting vibrations float through you. 🧘‍♀️🛸🧘🏻‍♂️ Yoga mats will be provided for comfort. Please bring pillows, blankets, or anything Read more…

$30

Snow White by Grand Kyiv Ballet

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

This performance of Snow White and Seven Dwarfs promises to be a magical experience for audiences of all ages. Don’t miss your chance to see these world-class dancers in action as they tell this beloved story through the beauty and grace of ballet. Mark your calendars for the performance and Read more…

$32 – $89

“Dracula: A Comic Thriller Starring Shirley Holmes and Jennie Watson”

Old Cowtown Museum 1865 Museum Blvd, Wichita, KS, United States

Having munched their way through most of the population in rural Transylvania, Count Dracula and his loyal band of groupies, the Draculettes, have set their sights on the bright lights of London and all the tasty morsels who live therein. The count must be stopped before all of London becomes Read more…

Teddy Swims

TempleLive Wichita 332 E 1st St N, Wichita, KS, United States

Floor is standing room only. Balcony is accessible by stairs only.Sale Dates and Times: Public Onsale : Fri, 9 Jun 2023 at 10:00 AM Artist Presale : Tue, 6 Jun 2023 at 12:00 PM Spotify Presale : Wed, 7 Jun 2023 at 10:00 AM Temple Fan Presale : Wed, 7 Read more…

Mickey Avalon

with support from Redd / tv-ma / Merlin Brando Mickey Avalon’s life story plays out like an episode of VH1′s ‘Behind The Music,” marred by personal tragedy, triumphs and immense pain. Avalon’s back-story begins on the streets of Hollywood, California. Raised by his heroin-addicted father, he began selling pot at Read more…

Fool House: The Ultimate 90’s Dance Party at The Cotillion

The Cotillion 11120 West Kellogg St, Wichita, KS, United States

Get Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/yx3zbn6pFOOL HOUSE - THE ULTIMATE 90’S DANCE PARTY Concessions and full bars open! Also featuring local favorites Nancy's A-Maize-N Sandwich Booth. All Ages Acts subject to change Text CONCERT to 49798 for concert updates. Wear your Cotillion merch and jump to the front of the GA line. A Read more…

Old Town Farm & Art Market

Old Town Farm & Art Market 835 E 1st St N, Wichita, United States

Weekly destination for thousands of area residents and a must-see for visitors to the city. Wichita’s downtown Farm & Art Market since 1991! - Food, Arts, Artisan Goods, Live Music, Street Entertainers, and so much more. #ictfarmandartOpen Saturdays, April through December 16th.

Old Town Farm & Art Market

Old Town Farm & Art Market 835 E 1st St N, Wichita, United States

Weekly destination for thousands of area residents and a must-see for visitors to the city. Wichita’s downtown Farm & Art Market since 1991! - Food, Arts, Artisan Goods, Live Music, Street Entertainers, and so much more. #ictfarmandartOpen Saturdays, April through December 16th.

Outdoor Vintage Flea Market at Paramount East Antique Mall

Outdoor Vintage Markets the 2nd Saturday of the month from April - October at Paramount East Antique Mall. Open 8 am -3 pm. Booths set up outside Paramount East with antiques, vintage goods, collectibles, tools, primitives, industrial, jewelry, furniture and MORE! Paramount East is located 6 miles East of Andover Read more…

St. Peter Schulte Fall Bazaar

St. Peter Schulte Catholic School 11010 Southwest Blvd, Wichita

Come join us for the 31st Annual St Peter Schulte Fall Bazaar with over 50 artisans at St. Peter Catholic School on K-42 between Maize and McArthur Road. This year’s event is scheduled for Saturday, October 14th, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Enjoy some fresh homemade cinnamon rolls, Read more…

$3

Playing Across the Parks

Musicians from the Wichita Symphony have partnered with Wichita Park & Recreation to bring you a family friendly, all ages welcome event… Playing Across the Parks! Enjoy beautiful music with the entire family, while you relax outdoors. Venture to one of the six featured parks to hear these talented musicians. Read more…

ReadICT Book Swap

Wichita Public Library - Advanced Learning Library 711 West 2nd St N, Wichita, United States

Join your ReadICT book-loving online community for a meetup and book swap. Bring your favorite book (or bag of books) to discuss and swap. Any leftover books will be donated to the Friends of the Wichita Public Library.

Free

Mini Maker Market at Clifton Square

Clifton Square 3700 E Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS, United States

A youth entrepreneur event by Mini Co. We're excited to announce the return of our highly anticipated second annual Mini Maker Market, right here in the heart of Clifton Square this month! Last year, we had the pleasure of witnessing several talented individuals showcase their creations, and we're thrilled to Read more…

Peerless Princess of the Plains Scavenger Hunt

Tor Brewing 222 S. Commerce, wichita

October 14 (Saturday) - Peerless Princess of the Plains Scavenger Hunt 11:30 am – 2:30 pm,  Tor Brewing, 222 S. Commerce This event is open to the public. The registration fee is $10 per person at the door or in advance.  https://bit.ly/PeerlessBadass Program: Ever since Wichita was a Cowtown in the Read more…

$10

Naftzger Park Vendor Market @ ICT Bloktoberfest

Naftzger Park 601 E Douglas, Wichita, KS, United States

Please join us for an ALL-DAY local artist & small business vendor market during ICT Bloktoberfest on Saturday, Oct. 14th at Naftzger ParkThe Market is FREE TO ATTEND & will run from Noon till 8 PM www.ictbloktoberfest.com There will also be a ton of activities all day during the market. Read more…

Costume Contest at Maize Fall Festival

Maize Recreation Commission 10100 W. Grady Ave., Maize

Calling all superheroes, cartoon characters, creatures, monsters & more! Come dressed to win the costume contest. Judges will be awarding prizes in different categories. (Examples: Most Original / Best DIY / Cutest Costume / Funniest Costume / Best Super Hero, etc.) There will be Meet & Greet opportunities with characters Read more…

Free

Las Nuevas Adelitas: The Power of Women

Evergreen Library 2601 N. Arkansas, Wichita

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a screening of the North End Wichita Historical Society documentary Las Nuevas Adelitas: the Power of Women, produced with funding from Humanities Kansas. Stay for an advance screening of the new North End Wichita Historical Society documentary on Mexican-American Fastpitch Softball, Mexican Americans Hit Home Read more…

Free

Wichita State Fall Baseball vs. Cowley

Eck Stadium - Wichita State University 4100 E 21st St N, Wichita, KS, United States

Wichita State takes on Cowley College as part of their fall baseball schedule!

TBD

Art on the Trail

Great Plains Nature Center 6232 E 29th St North, Wichita

Stroll through nature trails at the Great Plains Nature Center, purchase a glass of wine or craft beer from Grace Hill Wineries, and watch as more than 25 Wichita artists let their creativity flow. Each artist will create original art, live, throughout the park. Meet, greet, and enjoy! This interactive, Read more…

Free

BooFest at Exploration Place

Exploration Place 300 N McLean Blvd, Wichita, KS

Join us for a family-friendly party that embraces the fun and silly side of Halloween. Challenge your friends to interactive games in  the Halloween Hall exhibit, trick-or-treat throughout the museum, take a spin around an old fashioned cupcake walk, cool off with a scoop of ice cream chilled by liquid Read more…

$2 – $12

Watermark Hosts Julie Murphy and Sierra Simone

Watermark Books & Cafe 4701 E. Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS, United States

Watermark is thrilled to welcome back best-selling authors Julie Murphy and Sierra Simone! Known for their collaboration 'A Merry Little Meet Cute" they will be at Watermark celebrating the sequel "A Holly Jolly Ever After". The book follows former boy band member and casanova Kallum Lieberman who is trying to Read more…

$26.86

And Then There Were 2

Terradyne Country Club Patio 1400 Terradyne Dr, ANDOVER, KS, United States

And Then There Were 2 sing at The Greens patio at Terradyne Country Club

$30

Texas Hippie Coalition · Saturday, October 14 · The Cotillion · Wichita, KS

The Cotillion 11120 West Kellogg St, Wichita, KS, United States

TEXAS HIPPIE COALITIONWith special guest No Reason TEXT METAL to 49798 for concert updates. Concessions and full bars open! Also featuring local favorites Nancy's A-Maize-N Sandwich Booth. All Ages Support acts subject to change. Wear your Cotillion merch and jump to the front of the GA line. A limited number Read more…

Intrepid Brass Band presents “Brass Cats”

Miller Concert Hall 2102 N. Hillside, Wichita

NEXT SATURDAY, October 14th 2023 Intrepid Brass Band presents "Brass Cats" 7pm at Miller Concert Hall in Duerksen Fine Arts Center at Wichita State University sponsored by Wichita State University School of Music Come out to see Wichita's ONLY full brass band perform a unique and exciting program! We are Read more…

Free

Amy Grant

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

$68.50, $85.50Conventional wisdom has it that Amy Grant put Contemporary Christian Music on the map, becoming the first CCM artist to have a platinum record, the first to hit No. 1 on the Pop charts, and the first to perform at the GRAMMY Awards. Since then, Grant has been strumming Read more…

Amy Grant

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

Conventional wisdom has it that Amy Grant put Contemporary Christian Music on the map, becoming the first CCM artist to have a platinum record, the first to hit No. 1 on the Pop charts, and the first to perform at the GRAMMY Awards. Since then, Grant has been strumming her Read more…

$68.50 – $85.50

80’s Rock Invasion

Kansas Star Casino  777 Kansas Star Drive, Mulvane, KS, United States

KANSAS STAR CASINO KANSAS STAR ARENA PRESENTS 80's ROCK INVASION FEATURING STEPHEN PEARCY OF RATT, GREAT WHITE, SLAUGHTER, AND VIXEN ALL AGES SHOW SAT OCTOBER 14, 2023 8:00 PM THIS IS AN ALL AGES EVENT Children ages 2 and older require a full-price ticket for entry. Any child younger than Read more…

Broadway Unplugged: An Evening with Beth Leavel

Mary Jane Teall Theater 225 W. Douglas, Wichita

Tony Award® winner Beth Leavel (The Prom, The Drowsy Chaperone) is bringing her award-winning cabaret act to Mary Jane Teall Theater for one fabulous night of fun! Join us for an evening of story and song as Beth takes you through her illustrious career as one of Broadway’s biggest, belting-est Read more…

$50 – $100

Beth Leavel in Concert

Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center 225 W Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS, United States

Join Music Theatre Wichita as they host Broadway superstar Beth Leavel, whose storied career includes twelve Broadway shows, including 42nd Street, Mamma Mia!, The Prom, and The Drowsy Chaperone (she won a Tony playing the title character).

$51

Watermark Hosts Mickey Shannon

Watermark Books & Cafe 4701 E. Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS, United States

Watermark is very excited to host incredible nature and landscape photographer Mickey Shannon on October 15th at 1 p.m. Mickey is a self-taught photographer born and raised in Kansas. He will be here to do a book signing of his book of photography, "Kansas is Beautiful", which showcases the well-known Read more…

Free

Third Tuesday Book Discussion

Evergreen Library 2601 N. Arkansas, Wichita

Join us for a book discussion! September: My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferrante; October: Waiting for Snow in Havana: Confessions of a Cuban Boy by Carlos Eire; November: The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair That Changed America by Erik Larson

Free

Wichita Industrial Trade Show

CENTURY II EXPO HALL 225 W Douglas, Wichita

Since 1974, the Wichita Industrial Trade Show (WITS) has been a significant marketplace for buyers in the Midwest. The Show has exhibitors from all sectors of our industrial community to present their services, machinery and equipment to the manufacturing community. More information can be found at witshow.org.

Free

Family Pajama Storytime

Angelou Northeast Library 3051 E. 21st St., Wichita

Join us for stories and songs before bedtime. Don't forget to dress in your jammies and bring along your favorite stuffed toy for snuggles and fun!

Free

Eli Lev (musician) performing at Kirby’s Beer Store

Kirby's Beer Store 3227 E. 17th St., Wichita

Folk Pop originals from Eli Lev at Kirby's Beer Store Listen to Eli's Four Directions project: https://eli-lev.com/music Rising singer-songwriter and global citizen Eli Lev is making the world a smaller place, one song at a time. Eli pens lyrics and melodies for everyday enlightenment—songs that resonate because they’re heartfelt, earthy, Read more…

Rumours of Fleetwood Mac · October 17 · The Cotillion · Wichita, KS

The Cotillion 11120 West Kellogg St, Wichita, KS, United States

RUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MACDoors at 7 p.m. Text CLASSICROCK to 49798 for concert updates. All Ages/ All Seating is Reserved Concessions and full bars open! Support acts subject to change Wear your Cotillion merch and jump to the front of the line. Coat check is open during events to check Read more…

2023 Mayoral Candidate Forum

Wichita State University, CAC Theater 1845 Fairmount St., Wichita

Join The Wichita Beacon at the 2023 Mayoral Candidate Forum! 🏛️ 📅 Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023, noon-1 p.m. 📍 Wichita State University, CAC Theater In collaboration with the League of Women Voters, Wichita State University’s student engagement office, and Loud Light, we invite you to hear from mayoral candidates, Lily Read more…

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Watermark Hosts Wichita Native Nathan Hill

Watermark Books & Cafe 4701 E. Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS, United States

Award-winning author Nathan Hill, who went to school in Maize, KS, will be at Watermark Books & Café to do a reading on Wednesday, October 18th. Hill follows his Art Seidenbaum Award-winning debut novel “The Nix” with "Wellness", an epic novel set in Chicago and the Flint Hills of Kansas Read more…

Free

Learning Circle: Finding Purpose

Wichita Public Library - Advanced Learning Library 711 West 2nd St N, Wichita, United States

We will explore how to find purpose together. We will be learning about our unique strengths and place in the world through mindfulness, reflection, and compassion. In six short weeks, we will learn about the best version of ourselves, what our core values are, how to connect more deeply to Read more…

Free

Finding Your Family at the WPL

Wichita Public Library - Advanced Learning Library 711 West 2nd St N, Wichita, United States

Discover the different types of resources to locate your family history that can be found at the Wichita Public Library Research Pavilion. Manager Michelle Enke will provide a whirlwind tour of the resources from the library's large genealogy collection, and the best ways to find them.

Free

Pendants for Prevention | Kendra Scott x Kansas Masonic Foundation

Kendra Scott 1423 N Webb Rd Suite 117, Wichita

Kendra Scott is hosting its first-ever Pendants for Prevention event in partnership with Kansas Freemasons and the Kansas Masonic Foundation! Twenty percent of all event sales will fuel the University of Kansas Cancer Research Center's effort toward purchasing mammogram screening equipment for the Mobile Cancer Screening Van. Visit any Kendra Read more…

Free