Instead of doing our usual Monday email and a deep dive on Wednesday, we flip flopped these days because we want you to get the lowdown on a special week at Wichita State and didn’t want you to miss anything.
Shocktoberfest has been Wichita State’s annual fall celebration of Shocker Spirit and Pride since 1991. This multi-day series features events, activities, and competitions for students, faculty, staff, alumni, and our Wichita community.
This year, it will take place from 9/30 to 10/5 and will include events centered around spirit, pride and families are welcome to come down to campus for Family Weekend!
Many of these events are free and some are free with student ID.
Shocktoberfest 2024 Events
I won’t go in depth on all of the events happening this week, but I can give you a few nuggets so you have an idea of what is going on and you can check out the full list here.
I do want to make it clear that even if you are not affiliated with the university, you are welcome to attend events! If you just want to hang out, feel free to come on down.
Multi-Day Events
Banners on Display around Campus
Door Decorations on Display
Monday 9/30
Shockertoberfest Kick-Off - RSC North Patio - 11am to 1pm
Bonfire - Braeburn Square - 7:30pm to 9pm
this is Braeburn Square
Tuesday 10/1
Shocker Make & Take - RSC 1st Floor - 11am
Wednesday 10/2
SGA sponsored Night - Chicken N Pickle - 6pm to 9pm
Thursday 10/3
The Corn Roast - Heskett Center + Wilkins Stadium - 4 to 6pm
Softball vs Butler Community College - Wilkins Stadium - 6pm
Friday 10/4
Patio Party - Braeburn Square - 5pm to 7pm
Shocker Baseball Fall Scrimmage - Eck Stadium - 6pm
The inaugural Entrepreneur Market will highlight the many diverse small businesses in our community run by alumni, students and friends! Browse market stalls in Woolsey Hall throughout the morning to explore unique creations while supporting local businesses.
Brew Garden + Fan Fest - Koch Arena East Lot (2K & 2E) - 2pm to 6pm
Enjoy an afternoon filled with beverages from your favorite local vendors right here on campus. The Shocktoberfest Brew Garden + Fan Fest, in partnership with Shocker Athletics, will fill the alley and parking lot east of Koch Arena with music, breweries, food trucks and fun activities for the whole family!
Shocktoberfest Parade - 4pm
Join us for a celebration of Shocker spirit at the annual Shocktoberfest Parade through campus! Hear from Shocker Sound Machine, wave to Wu Shock and our student athletes, and see the creativity of student organizations on display as they showcase their custom floats. You won’t want to miss it!
Shocker Madness - Charles Koch Arena - 6:30pm
You won't want to miss out on the athletics showcase to kick o the 2024-25 season for our Shocker teams! You'll get a glimpse of the outstanding athletes joining Shocker Nation and enjoy friendly competitions and entertainment featuring players, coaches and fans. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
Competitions
There are a number of competitions as well you can register for if you are a student, faculty, staff, dept, or student organization:
Banner Decorating, Door Decorating, Pickleball, Shocker Baseball RSO Attendance, Parade
The Spirit Competition also comes with cash prize awards!
Royalty
There are also 12 students who were selected by their peers as members of the court based on their established leadership, academic success, and a dedication to bettering the Shocker community!
Congrats and good luck to Anna Brakes, Noah Carter, Gannon Hall, Elise LeGrand, Riley McMillan, Erika Mendoza, Amy Nguyen, Chidera Okoro, Matthew Phan, Aiden Powell, Kaylan Richardson, and Xavier Westbrook!
Family Weekend
To WSU students, bring your families to campus for a fun filled weekend at Wichita State University! Family Weekend includes events and activities that family and friends can choose to participate in at their own leisure.
If you missed the 9/22 registration date, you can still register on-site beginning Friday 10/4. On-site registration will include a welcome packet and meal vouchers.
TOGETHER WITH HUNT & GATHER VINTAGE
Looking for unique vintage finds and artisan goods? Hunt & Gather Vintage hosts a "First Friday" weekend event that has everything to make your house feel like home!
Each month, they restock their 5000 sq. ft. warehouse with one-of-a-kind treasures from over 70 talented vendors. Every visit brings something new!
Imagine exploring hand-picked vintage items, carefully curated by vendors who travel far and wide to find the best for you. Plus, consign with them and turn your own pieces into cash! Text 316-670-7872 to learn about becoming a vendor.
Don’t miss out! Stop in this weekend!
Friday and Saturday 10 am - 6 pm and Sunday Noon to 4 pm. 333 S. Lulu.
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