Wichita is heating up! Temperatures are rising and activities are booming in Wichita this summer. Wichita is a wonderful place to live and visit as it offers a vibrant array of activities and events for individuals and families of all ages to enjoy. Here is a quick curated guide of a few events to consider to help you explore all that Wichita has to offer this summer.
Summer Festivals & Events
Wichita Riverfest (May 30 – June 7)
Experience Kansas’ largest outdoor event featuring concerts, food vendors, parades, and family-friendly activities along the Arkansas River.
National Baseball Congress World Series (July 24 – August 2)
Catch top-tier amateur and semi-pro baseball teams compete at Eck Stadium and Equity Bank Park.
Wichita Asian Night Market – (May 24)
Immerse yourself in Asian culture with authentic cuisine, live performances, and a fireworks display under the stars.
Shop & Grub Night Markets (June–August, 5–10 PM)
Explore local vendors offering vintage goods, art, and delicious food at Exploration Place Festival Plaza.
Anime Festival Wichita – June 27, 28, 29
Join fellow anime enthusiasts for a weekend of cosplay, gaming, and panels at the Hyatt Regency Wichita.
Live Music & Performing Arts
Bradley Fair Summer Concert Series
Enjoy free live music performances every Thursday evening in June at Bradley Fair.
Music Theatre Wichita
Attend Broadway-style shows like Waitress, Crazy For You, Newsies and more.
Outdoor & Family-Friendly Attractions
Sedgwick County Zoo
Visit one of the nation’s top zoos, home to over 3,000 animals across 400 species.
Botanica, The Wichita Gardens
Stroll through 17.6 acres of themed gardens, including a butterfly house and the Downing Children’s Garden.
Old Cowtown Museum
Step back in time at this living history museum featuring 54 historic and recreated buildings from the 19th century.
Free Admission
Sunflower Summer Program (July 12 – August 3)
Kansas families can enjoy free admission to various attractions, including the Sedgwick County Zoo, Exploration Place, Kansas Cosmosphere and Botanica, through this state-sponsored initiative.