๐ŸŒพWhat's happening in Wichita this weekend? (11/14 - 11/17)


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WEEKEND

HOLIDAY DISPLAY ๐ŸŽ„

โ€‹Gingerbread Village - Exploration Place from 11/16 to 11/17

Admire intricate gingerbread creations that bring the holiday spirit to life. magine living in a house made of gingerbread adorned with candy. How would you design it? What candy and colors would you include? Gingerbread Village is your opportunity to bring that vision to life! Tickets are just $6 each for members.

THEATER ๐ŸŽญ

โ€‹Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson - Apt. 2B - Welsbacher Theatre from 11/14 to 11/17

Join Sherlock Holmes and Joan Watson, reimagined as female roommates, in a playful adaptation full of mystery and comedy. Tickets are $30.

THEATER ๐ŸŽ„

โ€‹"Christmas Castaways" Melodrama - Old Cowtown 11/15 - 11/24

Enjoy holiday-themed antics in this festive melodrama at Cowtown, perfect for the whole family. Think of it as Cowtown's Gilligan's Island. Tickets are $15 for adults (13+) and $7 for youth.

HOLIDAY THEATER ๐ŸŽ…

โ€‹Die Hard Candy Christmas - Mosley St Melodrama from 11/8 to 12/22

This show combines holiday spirit with comedy and drama at Mosley Street Melodrama. It doesn't get much more creative than Mosley Street's parodies.

COMEDY ๐ŸŽญ

โ€‹Golden Girls - Roxyโ€™s Downtown from 11/1 to 12/29

Relive the charm of The Golden Girls in this comedic stage adaptation that captures all the laughs of the classic TV series. These tickets go fast, make sure to get yours.

FANDOM ๐ŸŽ‰

โ€‹Air Capital Comic Con - Farha Sports Center (South YMCA) from 11/15 to 11/16

A weekend of comics, cosplay, and collectibles for fans of all ages, with vendors, artists, and panel discussions. Guests include those involved with Batman, Buffy, Star Trek, Deadpool, and more! Tickets are $5 for Firday, $10 for Saturday, $15 for VIP both days.

LIGHT FESTIVAL ๐ŸŽ†

โ€‹Wild Lights - Sedgwick County Zoo from 10/16 to 12/22

One of our favorite annual traditions is back! Experience magical displays of illuminated wildlife at the Sedgwick County Zoo's Wild Lights. Tickets start at $20 (discounts available for members).

SPORTS ๐Ÿ€

Thursday 11/14

MUSEUM EVENT ๐Ÿฅƒ

โ€‹Cocktails with the Curator - Shots of History Edition - Museum of World Treasures at 5pm

Enjoy cocktails while exploring unique historical stories with the museum curator. Tickets are $7. Cash bar separate.

CONCERT ๐ŸŽถ

โ€‹Candlelight: 80s Rock Anthems - Kansas Aviation Museum at 6:30pm

Listen to iconic 80s rock anthems in an ambient candlelit setting. If you haven't bee to one of these candlelight shows, you are in for a treat. Tickets start at $31.

BALLET โ„๏ธ

โ€‹The Snow Queen presented by Grand Kyiv Ballet - Orpheum at 7pm

Experience this winter ballet that brings Hans Christian Andersenโ€™s classic story to life. No, this isn't the story of Elsa, but it did inspire Frozen. Tickets start at $29.

BREWS & BEATS ๐Ÿป

โ€‹Bach & Brews - Tor Brewing at 7pm

Sip craft brews while listening to live classical music for a unique and relaxing evening. Admission is free; drinks available for purchase.

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Friday 11/15

CONCERT ๐ŸŽถ

โ€‹Sam Barber - The Cotillion at 8pm

Big fan of Sam Barber after being recommended on Spotify while listening to Zach Bryan. We will be at the show, stop us and say hello if you see us! Tickets are $45.

GRAND OPENING ๐ŸŽ‰

โ€‹Grand Opening Celebration - TapNPaddles from 3pm - 10pm

The new premier pickleball hub in Wichita is now officially open! Come out tomorrow to celebrate. You will be able to play with the pros from 3 - 5pm or 6 - 8pm, there will be food and drinks from 11am to 10pm. Live music. Raffles. What else could you want fro a Grand Opening?!

NETWORKING & TASTING ๐Ÿ’ผ

โ€‹Capital Conversation: Investing, Racing, & Tasting - Greenfield Robotics at 4pm

Network with professionals, learn about investment, and enjoy tastings in a unique setting. Free entry.

BOOK EVENT ๐Ÿ“š

โ€‹ReadICT Book Swap - Advanced Learning Center at 12:30pm

Swap books with fellow readers and discover your next favorite read. Free entry.

MARKET ๐Ÿ›๏ธ

โ€‹Autumn Village Market - 1655 S Georgetown at 1pm

Find unique gifts and seasonal items from local artisans. Free entry.

Saturday 11/16

KIDSโ€™ EVENT ๐Ÿงฉ

โ€‹Lego Quest - Boston Rec Center at 8am

Itโ€™s time to hit the bricksโ€ฆ Lego Bricks that is! This quest, should you choose to accept it, will test your building skills with a variety of Lego challenges. Kids can take on Lego-building challenges and let their creativity flow. Free entry if you're in the City Crew.

MMA EVENT ๐ŸฅŠ

โ€‹EFC 19 - Park City Arena at 5:30pm

Watch live MMA action as top fighters compete in this high-energy event. Tickets start at $37.

CHARITY EVENT ๐Ÿพ

โ€‹Beauties & Beasts 9th Annual Fur Ball - Kansas Star Casino at 6pm

Support local animal rescues at this annual charity event, featuring a dinner, silent auction, and live entertainment.

COMEDY SHOW ๐ŸŽญ

โ€‹Improv Show - Flying Pig Douglas & Grove at 8pm

Laugh along with local improv artists in this lively and interactive show. Tickets are $10.

VARIETY SHOW ๐ŸŽค

โ€‹WAC Variety Show - White Crow Cider Company at 8pm

Enjoy an evening of diverse performances from local artists, musicians, and comedians. Free entry.

BINGO & PARTY ๐ŸŽ‰

โ€‹Bingo Loco - Crown Uptown Theatre - Sold Out

An exciting bingo night with music, dancing, and prizesโ€”already sold out due to high demand, but hey, maybe you know someone who knows someone.

Sunday 11/17

FAMILY FUN โ„๏ธ

โ€‹Ice Skating with Elsa Teatime - Enchanted Mermaid at 11am

Enjoy afternoon Tea Time & Etiquette over light refresments. Come Ice Skate with Elsa & Friends at The Wichita Ice Center. Face Paint included along with themed art craft, singing, dancing, storytime & more. Grab a friend, parent, grandparent, or sibling! Instructions and supplies are provided. All tickets must be purchased 24 hours before the event!

HOLIDAY MARKET ๐ŸŽ

โ€‹Holiday Open Houseโ€”Local Maker Gift Market - Hunt and Gather at 12pm

Shop for locally made gifts at this festive holiday market, perfect for unique holiday shopping. Free entry.

MUSIC CONCERT ๐ŸŽน

โ€‹Joyce Yang Plays Grieg - Century II at 3pm

Pianist Joyce Yang performs Griegโ€™s Piano Concerto in a concert not to be missed. Tickets start at $30.

CHARITY CONCERT ๐ŸŽถ

โ€‹Concerts 4 Causes - Wichita Union Stockyards at 5pm

This Wichita State University student-led concert event is a charity event that will welcome local bands from the Wichita area. Each band is to select a charity that will be supported at the event. Both ticket and food sales at the event will go towards supporting these remarkable causes. So get your dancing boots on and get ready, Concerts 4 Causes is headed your way!

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- Landon

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