Sep 26 Saturday
Saturday, September 26th, 2026
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Admission is $10.00 for age 13 and over. $5.00 for ages 4-12. Kids 3 and under are free when accompanied by an adult!
PLUS: FANTASTIC MUSICIANS, FUN FOOD AND TREATS, DOOR PRIZES, BALLOON ANIMALS, FACE PAINTING, GUEST LOCOMOTIVE FROM THE K&O RAILROAD, OPERATION LIFESAVER, TOY TRAIN LAYOUTS FROM THE WICHITA TOY TRAIN MUSEUM, A SCAVENGER HUNT WITH PRIZES, AND MORE!
Oct 01 Thursday
21ST ANNUAL HOLIDAY GALLERIAPresented by the Junior League of Wichita
Holiday Galleria is the Junior League of Wichita annual upscale shopping event featuring local, regional, and national merchants. The 21st annual Holiday Galleria is scheduled for October 1-3, 2026, at Century II Expo Hall in downtown Wichita, Kansas. The objective of Holiday Galleria is to raise funds to fulfill the Junior League of Wichita goal of building a better community. We would like to thank the sponsors, both past and present, who helped us to raise net proceeds of more than $2 million since its inception.
Join the Urban League of Kansas as we explore the current barriers and challenges for Black America and for Black Kansans and the action needed to make progress on these issues including diversity, equity and inclusion.
Oct 02 Friday
Early in a remarkable decades-long career the MINNEAPOLIS STAR-TRIBUNE said: “Surprises don’t often crop up on the well-trodden blues circuit. So welcome Kelley Hunt. This Kansan is a full-blown phenomenon: powerhouse singer, hard-boogieing pianist, polished songwriter…”
…like Etta James sneaking into a church looking for some last-minute redemption after pulling an all-nighter singing and sinning in some smoky dive…” ~NO DEPRESSION
Oct 03 Saturday
2026 Wichita Branch NAACP Freedom Fund BanquetAn evening of music, dinner and celebration
Featuring saxophonist Joseph Vincelli
Reception Begins at 6:00pm, Doors open at 6:30pm with Banquet starting at 7:00pm. Joseph Vincelli will be performing during, after the Banquet and presentations of this year's awards.
Friday, October 3, 2026
Wichita Marriott Hotel | 9100 E Corporate Hills Dr., Wichita, KS 67207
Welcome to the Kaw Valley Farm TourCome explore the agriculture and history of the Kaw Valley. Always the first full weekend in October.
Saturday, Oct. 3: 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday, Oct. 4: 10 am - 4 pm
One $15 ticket per carload grants entry to everything for the entire weekend.
Purchase a digital ticket, then show your email receipt at the first farm you visit to receive a beautiful physical ticket/guidebook that you will present at the other farms that you visit.
For two full days, always the first full weekend in October, small family and community farms across six counties in the Kaw River Valley open their gates and invite visitors to see their operations, and share their local food & goods.
Started by a small group of Lawrence community leaders working to support the economic viability of regional farms, this yearly event offers something for everyone.
For over two decades, the Kaw Valley Farm Tour has been a favorite annual fall outing for thousands of people of all ages.
Sep 25 Friday
Somewhere is a place to step away from the noise of the world and gain clarity within a community of deep thinkers and creative explorers.Our intention is to immerse ourselves in the vast unknown, explore what we cannot yet conceive, experiment with purpose, and embrace shared consciousness to discover ideas and creations that better the world.
Notable features of Somewhere Music Fest:
Not-for-profit, with real-world pass pricingGenre-agnostic lineup, from Country to EDMHands-on opportunities to work in music and shape its futureEducation on community organization and transformative actionRadical inclusivity, including a free concert stageUnwavering commitment to building music communitySomewhere Music festival is a two-day music and arts festival in Wichita, Kansas.
Old Town Farm & Art Market is a weekly farmers market in Downtown Wichita, Kansas, attracting thousands of weekly residents and visitors to the city. Located in the historic Old Town district, defined by brick-lined streets and native limestone buildings from the 1800s, the market serves as a central community gathering place celebrating local agriculture, art, and culture.
Open SaturdaysPeople browsing and shopping at an outdoor market with colorful tents, trees, and buildings in the background.April 4th - December 19thApril-October8:00am-1:00pmHoliday Market Season(November & December)10:00am-1:00pm Market Location835 E. 1st St. N. Wichita, KS 67202Somewhere in Winter(Nov. 26th - Jan 3rd)250 N. St. Francis
Want to experience winemaking from the very beginning? Join us for one of our favorite traditions of the year—Harvest Season!
Every Saturday morning in August and September, we invite you to help hand-pick the grapes that will become future Grace Hill wines. Our entire harvest is picked by volunteers, making this one of the most unique winery experiences you'll find anywhere!
🍇 Here's what your morning looks like:🍇 8:00 AM – Meet in the vineyard and help harvest grapes (about 2 hours)
🍷 Behind-the-scenes winery tour – Follow the grapes into the winery and see how they begin their journey from vineyard to bottle.
🍽 Buffet lunch – Relax after harvest with a delicious lunch, plenty of Grace Hill wine for guests 21+, and fresh grape juice for the kids.
🛍 20% OFF all winery purchases that day for everyone who helps harvest!
📅 2026 Harvest DatesSaturday, August 8
Saturday, August 15
Saturday, August 22
Saturday, August 29
Saturday, September 5
Saturday, September 12
Saturday, September 19
🎟 Admission21+ — $12 (includes lunch, wine, Grace Hill sunglasses, and 20% off purchases that day)
Under 21 — $6 (includes lunch, grape juice, Grace Hill sunglasses, and 20% off purchases that day)
👨👩👧👦 All ages are welcome!
Join us for a special event to view USD259 K-12 students’ artwork on display at the Wichita Art Museum! Exhibition on Display: September 19 – November 29, 2026
Submission to the USD259 Student Art Gallery is coordinated by Wichita Public Schools. Entries are selected by participating teachers, and individual students should contact their teacher for participation details.
The 26th Annual Fall 2026 Great Plains Renaissance Festival
September 26th & 27th, 2026
10 AM to 6 PMHail and well met! Join us for the Spring Great Plains Renaissance Festival, September 26th & 27th, 2026. There’ll be jousts and jests, knights and knaves, bagpipes and blacksmiths, fire breathers, pirates, fairies, and more! Come one, come all to the Great Plains Renaissance Festival! HUZZAH!
We’re just getting in to the swing of updates, schedules, and more – vendor applications will be up soon!
Join us for a project-based class using the Cricut Maker 3 and the Janome sewing machine to create a small decorative pillow. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register.
The Circus is here! You’re invited to the most next‑level family fun party on the planet. The all‑new Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® is a nonstop celebration where DJ‑driven music, laughter, jaw‑dropping acrobatics and edge‑of‑your‑seat stunts come together to create true core memories for your family.
From wide-eyed kids to “seen-it-all” grown-ups, we’ve got the WOW that will amaze them all. It’s not just a show--it’s a one-of-a-kind shared experience. So grab your crew and bring your biggest energy. The best seat in the house? Right next to you.
Craft your own romance novel from start to finish over six sessions! Develop your book and receive tips, tricks, and feedback from a romance writer. A notebook, snacks, and drinks will be provided. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register.
A unique storytime presented in English and Spanish. Disfrute de una hora de cuentos única presentada en inglés y español. Please note this program will not take place on 11/26 at the Evergreen location.
Make a beautiful bookmark using color diffusing paper for a tie-die effect. This is a drop in craft for ages 4-11.
Since the return to Douglas Avenue the crowds have responded in great numbers. And, the best part...the weather doesn't matter! Hot, mild or even cold, it's chili weather! We expect the crowd to be over 10,000 strong and all of them eager to taste some of the best chili in the Midwest!
With teams from Kansas and surrounding states, the Wichita Wagonmasters Downtown Chili Cookoff has been a Wichita tradition for over 30 years. Since 2005 when the Wagonmasters took over the event and brought it back Downtown, the event has exploded with a renewed level of enthusiasm by contestants and attendees alike.
Dungeons and Dragons is a Tabletop Roleplaying game that has captivated the imaginations of players for over 50 years. Whether you've played before or this is your first time, come play!
Join fellow book lovers for an introverted reading hour! Conversation is optional. Bring a book or borrow one of ours.