Calendar
Meetings and events for Wichita
May 9, 2026
Riverside Yoga
Start your weekends with movement, mindfulness and fresh air at Riverside Yoga at 9 am and Riverside Zumba at 10 am! Every Saturday morning (May 9 – September 19), join us for a free community yoga an...
Banana Ball | Firefighters vs. Coconuts
See Banana Ball in action at Wichita's Equity Bank Park as the Firefighters take on the Coconuts. Be sure to enter the ticket lotter to be able to purchase tickets by Oct. 31, 2025. See ticket and eve...
"My Big Rad 80's Wedding"
When a bride and groom accidentally book their bachelorette and bachelor parties at the same Chili’s, what starts as a night of drinks and celebration spirals into a wildly chaotic comedy of love, lie...
"Dear Evan Hansen"
Featuring a Tony Award-winning book by Steven Levenson (Fosse/Verdon), and a score by Grammy®, Tony®, Emmy® and Academy Award® winners Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (The Greatest Showman, La La Land, Dog...
USA Gymnastics Trampoline & Tumbling Elite Challenge
See top athletes from across the country, including elite competitors and international medalists compete in Wichita. Weekend Wristband - Advanced Sale Online (Ends Wed. May 6th) $31.60 $30.00 + $1.60...
Blow Your Own Glass
Participating in a "blow-your-own-glass" activity at Karg Art Glass gallery setting is a unique, hands-on experience perfect for families, friends, or co-workers looking to bond and create something m...
Kansas Grown! Farmers Market
Experience the largest grower owned farmers market in the state where farmers and artisans sell their products directly to you. Visit both of our locations in Sedgwick County, enjoying the bounties of...
Parkrun at Exploration Place
Join in on a free, fun and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it’s up to you! Exploration Place parkruns are fun, free events organized by volunteers for the b...
Old Town Farm & Art Market
A weekly destination for thousands of area residents and a must-see for visitors to the city. Old Town Farm & Art Market is a charming community gathering place situated in the heart of Kansas, where...
2026 Trampoline & Tumbling Elite Challenge
May 9, 2026 - 8:30 AM 2026 Trampoline & Tumbling Elite Challenge Expo Hall
Friends University Wrestling- Falcon Invite
Wrestling season is officially ON! Friends University is pumped to host the Falcon Invite to kick off this year's action-packed wrestling season!Check back soon for tickets, times, and rosters!For mor...
Spring Twosome Tour
Our Spring League is approaching quickly, and you won’t want to miss it. Grab your scramble partner and play your weekly 9-hole round on your schedule throughout the season. Flexible play. Competitive...
Origami in the Garden
ORIGAMI IN THE GARDEN, created by Santa Fe artists Jennifer and Kevin Box is a monumental outdoor sculpture exhibition. Box takes origami to another level, transforming paper into museum quality metal...
Cowton Horsepower Showdown Car Show
Join us for an unforgettable day at the Old Cowtown Museum for a Car Show Fundraiser! Cruise through a stunning display of classic cars, vintage trucks, and modern marvels, all while supporting a grea...
Ripple in Traditions
"Ripple in Traditions" is a traveling art exhibition featuring BIPOC women and two-spirit artists who interpret how traditions evolve over time. It will be on view at Mid-America All-Indian Museum fro...
Date Your Mom Weekend & Month
Celebrate Mom at GROW with a weekend full of plant bar fun, special builds, and time spent together. What to Expect Special Mother’s Day DIY plant builds Full access to our Plant Bar experience Creati...
Summer Vintage Market
Do you like to hunt for great vintage and gather up one of a kind items for your home? Then you need to shop here!We HUNT for unique vintage items and artisan goods to restock our seasonal market, mak...
Dome Theater Shows at Exploration Place
Whether your visit includes exploring the exhibits or catching a show on its own, the Dome theater is a Wichita attraction not to be missed! Immerse yourself under the soaring 60-foot screen with a 36...
3D Printing at the Library
Participants will also have a chance to see and touch 3D printed objects and learn the basics of the PrusaSlicer for prepping models for printing on the Prusa i3 MK3S+ and Prusa Mini+. This is the fir...
Pop Up Saturdays at The Enchanted Mermaid
Come check out all the amazing local artisans and crafters at our weekly Pop-Up Saturday Event. This Event runs from 11am-3pm every Saturday. You can also take free pictures with the Mermaid and enjoy...
Mother's Day Pop-Ups
Round out your gifting for the Mama-Like peeps in your life with us! Stay tuned for more deets, a vendor list, and additions to our merriment! Mark your calendars, lads + lassies!
"Mr. Twister and the Tale of Tornado Alley"
This Mother's Day weekend, Wichita gets a free opera. Opera Kansas and Exploration Place present Mr. Twister & The Tale of Tornado Alley at Goldenrod Park Community Facility on Saturday, May 9 at 11am...
Exhibit - Being Modern
Wichitans desired to be modern since the City’s beginning in 1870. The Modern era had been evolving for a century at that time, and it would take another 100 years before Wichita achieved a “modern” l...
Service Beyond Barriers: Bravery & Sacrifice in the Face of Adversity – An Exhibit by WSU Museum Studies Students
Service Beyond Barriers: Bravery & Sacrifice in the Face of Adversity – An Exhibit by WSU Museum Studies StudentsStudents from the Museum Exhibition class at Wichita State University, under the direct...
Exhibit - Why History Museum's Collect Art
Art is not only for Art Museums. If a picture is worth a thousand words, it stands to reason that art can tell us a lot about the times and place where it was produced. Local history museums exist to...
Midwest Collectibles Expo
May 9, 2026 - 12:00 PM Midwest Collectibles Expo Exhibition Hall
Elsie's Tea on the Terrace
Experience the charm of the Allen House like never before at our annual Elsie Allen Tea on the Terrace! Step back 100 years and join us for freshly brewed tea, prosecco, sweets and savories on the ter...
College Hill Walking Tour
On this entirely outdoor walking tour, you will see the homes of a movie star, an oil baron, a Kansas governor, and much more! The tour will focus on the architecture and the people who built and owne...
College Hill Walking Tour
On this entirely outdoor walking tour, you will see the homes of a movie star, an oil baron, a Kansas governor, and much more! The tour will focus on the architecture and the people who built and owne...
TPOSS: Comic Book Reader's Theater
For May's Third Place on Second Street program, enjoy Comic Book Reader's Theater. Comic Book Reader's Theater is an interactive multimedia production where actors will read a comic book while panels...
Improv Classes for Kids!
Are your kids interested in learning improv? Well, look no more because United Comedy Academy is currently hosting classes at Flying Pig Improv! Sharla Hale, owner of United Comedy, is thrilled to bri...
Screen Free Week: Social Dilemma Film Screening
We tweet, we like, and we share— but what are the consequences of our growing dependence on social media? As digital platforms increasingly become a lifeline to stay connected, Silicon Valley insiders...
Pints & Papers: A Teacher Grading Party
You have papers to grade and we have cider to drink!! On May 8th & 9th AND May 15th & 16th, teachers can enjoy 20% off their taproom drinks when you show us what you are working on. Grab a friend (who...
Air Capital Combat
See 12+ amateur and professional MMA and kickboxing fights live at The Cotillion.
Wheeling Wild
All ages are welcome to join us for a bike club designed for leisurely riders. It doesn’t matter if you are young or young at heart, come out and get some air!Please arrive at the Zoo early enough to...
Shoeshine Blue and Jamie Quick
Shoeshine Blue and Jamie Quick are trading sets, which means you’re getting double the music and a solid excuse to quit pretending you were going to stay home. Come drink something cold, grab a seat,...
Byron Stripling's America the Beautiful
Our season of joy concludes on a high note with Byron Stripling’s electrifying tribute to American music. From patriotic favorites and folk songs to gospel, jazz, Motown, and Sinatra-style swing, this...
Byron Stripling's America the Beautiful
May 9, 2026 - 7:30 PM Byron Stripling's America the Beautiful Concert Hall
Live Improv Comedy with SPEAKEASY at Flying Pig Improv
Live Improv Comedy at Flying Pig Improv! Join us for laughs and completely unscripted theater from our original house troupe, Speakeasy! Witness a show that has never been seen and will never be seen...
Live Music at Dockum
Elevate your evenings with soulful rhythms and captivating melodies! Join us weekly at Dockum for a live music experience featuring incredible artists like Just Tori, Jamie Quick, GS Music, Bruce Huss...
Cosmic Bowling
There’s something about bowling under the glow that makes the night feel a little more fun.Music playing, lanes lit up, and plenty of time to enjoy each frame at your own pace.If you’re looking for a...
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