Together With
Let's get to it!
- Landon Huslig
Together with the Sedgwick County Zoo
Summer has officially arrived in Wichita, which makes it the perfect time for a trip to the Sedgwick County Zoo.
This is also the final year to experience the Stingray exhibit, so don’t miss your chance to see these incredible animals up close.
Admission to view the stingrays is free with zoo entry, and for just a few dollars you can even feed them. It’s a hands-on experience kids (and adults) won’t forget before the exhibit swims away for good (this is the final year of the exhibit).
Or just visit the zoo because it is awesome, the weather is nice, and you need to get the kids out of the house.
Weekend
🃏 ICT Card Show
Century II | 5/23 - 5/24 | $12+
Shop sports cards, collectibles, memorabilia, and trading cards from regional vendors.
🛍️ Wichita’s Biggest Garage Sale
Risen Savior Lutheran | 5/21 - 5/22 | Free
Browse hundreds of garage sale items, vintage finds, and hidden treasures.
🎭 Dear Evan Hansen
Roxy’s Downtown | 5/8 - 6/13 | $42+
The award-winning musical tackles anxiety, connection, and belonging through powerful songs and storytelling.
🎉 Lao New Year Festival
Lao Buddhist Associates of Kansas | 5/22 - 5/24 | Free
Celebrate Lao culture with food, dancing, music, and traditional ceremonies all weekend long.
Thursday 5/21
🏍️ Traveling Bike Nights 2026
Twister City | 5:30pm | Free
Motorcycle fans can check out bikes, hang with fellow riders, and enjoy the evening atmosphere.
📚 Author Event with Paige Lewis
Watermark | 6pm | Free
Meet acclaimed poet Paige Lewis during this special author event and reading.
🀄 Mah Jongg in The Garden
Botanica | 6pm
Play Mah Jongg surrounded by spring blooms and peaceful garden scenery.
🎨 Crappy Craft Club Party: Power Flowers
Marina Point | 6pm | $10+
Create intentionally goofy flower-themed crafts during this laid-back social event.
🎬 75th Anniversary: Alice in Wonderland
Mary Jane Teall Theater | 7pm | $12+
Celebrate the Disney classic with a special anniversary screening on the big screen.
🧠 DJ Trivia
54 Craft & Co | 7pm | Free
Fast-paced trivia with food and drink specials.
🧠 The More You Gnome: Trivia Night
Hopping Gnome | 7:30pm | $1 per person
Grab a team and compete in a fun, casual trivia night.
💿 Good Company Vinyl Night
Pennant Coffee | 7pm | Free
Spin records, discover new music, and enjoy laid-back vibes.
Friday 5/22
🎬 Riverflix: Finding Dory
Exploration Place | 6pm | $10+
Enjoy a family-friendly outdoor movie night along the river.
🎹 Keys for the Cure: Dueling Pianos & Live Auction
Kansas Aviation Museum | 6pm | $50+
Enjoy live dueling pianos, drinks, and auctions during this fundraiser event.
😂 Live Improv Comedy with Clockwork
Flying Pig | 8pm | $15
A fast-paced improv comedy show packed with audience-driven laughs.
🛼 Adult Skate Night
Carousel Skate | 9:30pm | $10 + $4 skates
A late-night skate session with music and retro vibes.
Your Father’s Day Gift Awaits
And just in time for you to get your dad, pops, papa, fahza, father (or whatever you call the dads in your life) a gift for Father’s day!
Don’t wait because they are already flying fast.
Saturday 5/23
🌽 Kansas Grown Farmers Market
21st and Ridge | 7am | Free
Shop fresh produce, baked goods, and local goods from Kansas vendors.
🥕 Kansas Grown (Andover) Farmers Market
Andover | 8am | Free
Browse local produce, meats, baked goods, and handmade products indoors.
🛍️ Old Town Farm & Art Market
Old Town | 8am | Free
Browse local art, handmade goods, and fresh market finds.
🪑 Outdoor Vintage Market
Paramount Antique Mall West | 9am | Free
Hunt for antiques, vintage decor, and one-of-a-kind treasures.
🏛️ Belmont Place: Between the Arches Walking Tour
Frank Lloyd Wright’s Allen House | 9:30am | $22+
Take a guided walking tour exploring historic architecture and neighborhood history.
🕰️ Wichita Time Travelers Vintage Expo
Century II | 10am | $10+
Shop vintage fashion, decor, collectibles, and retro finds from multiple eras.
🍺 CSB Beer Mile
Central Standard Brewing | 10am | $20+
Run a beer-fueled race with friends during this fun and competitive brewery event.
🚘 Out of Luck Second Annual Charity Car Show
High Voltage Garage | 12pm | Free
Check out custom rides while supporting a local charitable cause.
🚛 2X Monster Trucks Live
81 Speedway | 12pm | $25+
Watch monster trucks crush cars and fly through dirt-filled action.
⚽ NPWR Youth Soccer Camp
Kapaun Mt. Carmel | 1pm
Kids can build soccer skills through drills, coaching, and competition.
🏈 NPWR Youth Football Camp
Kapaun Mt. Carmel | 3pm
Young athletes can sharpen football fundamentals with local coaches and trainers.
🎶 50th Anniversary Celebration and Concert
Mid-American All-Indian Center | 5pm | Free
Celebrate the center’s 50th anniversary with music, culture, and community festivities.
😂 Live Improv with Clockwork
Flying Pig | 8pm | $15
A night of fast-paced improv comedy and audience laughs.
📼 90s and 2000s Throwback Party
Wave | 8pm | $15+
Dance all night to nostalgic hits from the 90s and early 2000s.
Sunday 5/24
💄 Cancer’s A Drag - Drag Show Benefit & Celeb Lip Sync Contest
Odd Fellow Hall | Noon | $15+
Enjoy drag performances and celebrity lip sync battles while supporting cancer-related causes.
🌪️ Tornado Bait Party
Shamrock | 2pm | Free
Kick back with drinks, music, and storm-season humor at this local hangout event.
🎶 Backyard Boogie
Brickyard | 4pm | Free
Wrap up the weekend with live music, drinks, and patio vibes in Old Town.
In an attempt to make sure you have the BEST weekend possible, in addition to the events we send, we will be sending out a KAKE First Alert Wichita Life - Weekend Planner so you know what to expect from your local weather!
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That's it for today!
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Thanks!
- Landon
