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Welcome back to the Wichita Life Update, the email newsletter that is like your neighbors not shooting off fireworks past 10pm.
Let's get to it!
- Landon Huslig
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Weekend
🎭 Elf the Musical
Century II | July 8–12
Buddy the Elf heads to New York in Music Theatre Wichita's heartwarming production packed with laughs, music, and holiday magic.
✈️ Aviation Weekend
Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum | July 11–12
Celebrate Wichita's aviation legacy with special exhibits, activities, and family-friendly programming.
🤠 Butch Cassidy and the Can't Dance Kid
Mosley Street Melodrama | May 29–July 11 | 🎟 $30+
A classic melodrama adventure with laughs, audience participation, and Wild West energy.
🌻 Sunflower Summer
Exploration Place | July 9–Aug. 2 | Free with Sunflower Summer App
Kansas families can enjoy free admission to participating attractions through the Sunflower Summer program.
🛍️ WAAL Garage Sale
2527 W. 32nd St. S. | July 9–11
Shop thousands of donated treasures while supporting Wichita Animal Action League.
🎌 Anime Kansas
Century II | July 10–12
Three days of cosplay, gaming, celebrity guests, artists, vendors, and anime fandom.
🚐 Kansas Summer RV Showcase
Century II | July 10–12
Tour the latest RVs, campers, and outdoor adventure vehicles all weekend long.
🔫 Kansas Largest Gun & Knife Show
Century II | July 11–12
Browse hundreds of vendors featuring firearms, knives, accessories, and collectibles.
🛒 Vintage Shopping Weekend
Hunt and Gather Vintage | July 10–12
Spend the weekend hunting for vintage décor, clothing, furniture, and one-of-a-kind finds.
🏸 2026 YONEX U.S. Junior National Badminton Championships
Wichita's Edge Sports Complex | July 8–14
Watch the nation's top junior badminton players compete for national championships.
Thursday 7/9
🧠 The More You Gnome: Trivia Night
Hopping Gnome | 7:30pm
Grab your smartest friends for an evening of trivia and local craft beer.
💿 Vinyl Night
Pennant Coffee & Good Company | 7pm
Bring your favorite records or simply enjoy an evening of great music.
❓ DJ Trivia
54 Craft & Co. | 7pm
Compete for prizes during this lively weekly trivia night.
Friday 7/10
🎬 RiverFlix: Beauty and the Beast
Exploration Place | 6pm | Free
Bring a blanket and enjoy a free outdoor showing of the Disney classic.
🎤 K-Pop Music Bingo
White Crow Cider Co. | 7pm | Free
Match your favorite K-pop songs instead of numbers for a fun twist on bingo.
👻 Paranormal Investigation
Kansas Aviation Museum | 7:30pm
Explore the museum after dark during a guided paranormal investigation.
🎶 Flatland Cavalry
Wave | 8pm
The acclaimed Texas country band brings its high-energy live show to Wichita.
🦖 Beer Garden Movie Night: Jurassic Park
Hopping Gnome | 9pm
Watch the blockbuster classic under the stars with a local craft beer.
🛼 Adult Skate Night
Carousel Skate Center | 9:30pm | 🎟 $10, $4 for skate rental
Late-night skating with music, lights, and adults-only fun.
July is here!
Come out and make some friends!
Here’s how it works:
🍽️ Take a quick quiz about your personality, interests, and food preferences.
✨ Get matched with five other Wichitans who fit your vibe (food preferences, budget, life stage, etc.).
📍 Your table of six meets for dinner on Thursday, July 23rd — the exact restaurant is revealed that morning.
🥂 After dinner, all groups are invited to a casual after-meetup to keep the conversation going (more on that below).
If you’ve been wanting to meet new people in town, this might be the easiest (and most fun) way to do it.
This month we’re doing something a little different for the After-Party..
Instead of keeping it a secret like usual, we’ll let you in on it.
We will be continuing the after-dinner party in the All-American Club at Eck Stadium (WSU baseball) for the NBC World Series opening night! Your tickets to the game + All-American Club are comped with your dinner club ticket, so come out and enjoy an amazing view PLUS great fellowship.
Saturday 7/11
🧘 Root to Rise: Community Yoga Event
Verdant Coven Plant Co. | 7am | Free
Start your Saturday with an energizing outdoor community yoga session.
🥕 Kansas Grown Farmers Market
21st & Ridge | 7am | Free
Shop local produce, baked goods, and handmade products.
🌽 Old Town Farm & Art Market
Downtown | 8am | Free
Fresh produce, local art, and community vibes in Old Town.
🥕 Kansas Grown Farmers Market
Andover | 8am | Free
A favorite weekend stop for locally grown food and products.
🎯 Rainier Arms Firearms Academy Indoor Shooting League
2831 N. Greenwich Rd. | 9am
Compete in an indoor shooting league designed for a variety of skill levels.
❤️ Wichita Health Fest
Hillside Christian Church | 10am
Enjoy health screenings, wellness resources, vendors, and family activities.
🎨 July Art Together
Mark Arts | 10am
Create hands-on art projects designed for all ages.
📚 Friends of the Wichita Public Library Used Book Sale
Advanced Learning Center | 10am
Browse thousands of gently used books at bargain prices.
🧪 Elements of Wonder
Exploration Place | 1pm
Experience interactive science demonstrations full of surprises.
🎉 Summer 80s Party
Hopping Gnome | 4pm
Throw on your favorite '80s gear for an afternoon of music and nostalgia.
🦁 Wheeling Wild
Sedgwick County Zoo | 6pm
Explore the zoo after hours while rolling, strolling, or riding through the park.
💃 Adult Prom
Wave | 6pm
Relive prom night with dancing, music, and plenty of throwback fun.
🌈 El Dorado Lake Glow Party
El Dorado Lake | 8pm
Enjoy a glowing lakeside party with music, lights, and summer vibes.
Sunday 7/12
📚 Nerdy Birdy Book Fair
White Crow Cider Co. | 12pm
Shop books, meet local vendors, and celebrate all things literary.
🤍 All White with a Splash of Color
Wave | 5pm
Dress in white and enjoy an evening of music, dancing, and colorful fun.
🎩 Magic for Adults
Downtown | 6pm
Experience an intimate evening of mind-blowing magic designed for adults.
💃 Sunset Salsa Social
Chicken N Pickle | 6:30pm
Learn new moves or hit the dance floor during this social salsa night.
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
