In the heat of summer, Wichita has some cool events for the whole family, even if you’re on a budget. Our attractions are always affordable, but this summer Kansas residents with K-12 students can enjoy free admission at 20 Wichita attractions from July 12 through August 3 as part of the 2025 Sunflower Summer program.

Below you’ll find a variety of things to do in Wichita in July. Whether you’re looking to celebrate Independence Day during the annual Red, White & Boom at Century II or experience the Air Capital Bacon, Bourbon & Brews at Park City Arena, you’ll find an assortment of activities to keep you busy in July.  

An image features two pictures of the band Creed performing with details about their upcoming concert in Wichita, KS

Concerts & Live Music 

  • July 3 – Bradley Fair Summer Concert Series at Bradley Fair
  • July 8 – Hindley Street Country Club at The Cotillion
  • July 10 – Wade Bowen at WAVE
  • July 11 &18 – Eberly Farm Summer Concert Series at Eberly Farm
  • July 12 – Rusko at WAVE
  • July 12 – The Banned at Stearman Field Bar and Grill
  • July 12 – David Holland Band at Wichita Union Stockyards
  • July 13 – 311 Unity Tour 2025 at WAVE
  • July 18 – Augustana at WAVE
  • July 18 – Emo Night with Yahya Aura at GROW Plant Bar
  • July 19 – Steel Scarecrow at Stearman Field Bar and Grill
  • July 21 – Descendents at TempleLive Wichita
  • July 25 – Kody West at WAVE
  • July 26 – Yelawolf at The Cotillion
  • July 27 – Sanguisugabogg at TempleLive Wichita
  • July 29 – Creed - Summer of '99 Tour at INTRUST Bank Arena
  • July 31 – Aaron Lewis and the Stateliners at Capitol Federal Amphitheater

Find more local live music and big concerts coming to Wichita in the coming months. 

People watch a movie on a screen outside Exploration Place.

Arts & Culture 

  • July 1 – Culinary Arts: Quick Asian Fix at Mark Arts
  • July 11 – RiverFlix at Exploration Place
  • July 12 – Art Together: A Leap of Courage at Mark Arts
  • July 17 – "Tommy Boy" Film Screening at Century II
  • July 19 – Planty Drag BINGO at GROW Plant Bar
  • JJuly 22 – Culinary Arts: Sexy Sauces at Mark Arts
  • July 31 – Roots in Reason at Botanica Wichita
  • Every Saturday – Old Town Farm & Art Market at Old Town
  • Every Saturday – Kansas Grown! Farmers Market at Sedgwick County Extension Office
  • Ongoing through July 30 – Glass in Flight 2 at Botanica Wichita

Two actors perform during "The Play That Goes Wrong" at Roxy's Downtown.

Performing Arts

  • July 9-Aug. 9 – "The Play That Goes Wrong" at Roxy's Downtown
  • July 11, 12, 18 & 19 – "Bullets for Broadway" at Prairie Pines
  • July 10-13 – Music Theatre Wichita Presents "Crazy For You" at Century II
  • July 24-27 – "Into the Woods" at Wichita Children's Theatre & Dance Center
  • July 31 – Music Theatre Wichita Presents "Disney's Newsies" at Century II
  • Ongoing through July 12 – "Saved by The Bellhop" at Mosley Street Melodrama

​The Basketball Tournament (TBT) in Wichita 2021

Sports & Recreation

  • Every Saturday – Riverside Yoga at Exploration Place
  • Every Friday – Adult Skate Night at Carousel Skate Center
  • July 4-6 – Wichita Wind Surge vs. Tulsa Drillers at Equity Bank Park
  • July 6 – All American 4 & 8 Mile Race at South Botanica Parking Lot
  • July 8-13 – Wichita Wind Surge vs. San Antonio Missions at Equity Bank Park
  • July 12 – Wicked City Roller Derby vs. South Central Roller Girls at The Cotillion
  • July 18-22 – The Basketball Tournament (TBT) at Charles Koch Arena
  • July 19-20 – 2nd Annual Couples Two-Day Tournament at Auburn Hills Golf Course
  • July 22-27 – Wichita Wind Surge vs. Frisco RoughRiders at Equity Bank Park
  • July 23-27 – Midwest Plains Regional Tournament at Genesis Sports Complex
  • July 24 – Aug. 2 – NBC World Series at Eck Stadium at Wichita State University
  • July 26-27 – Baseball 'Round the Clock at Eck Stadium - Wichita State University

The third baby elephant born at the Sedgwick County Zoo on June 3 walks near its mother

More Fun

  • Ongoing through Aug. 10 – Summer Experiences for Kids at GROW Plant Bar
  • Ongoing through Sept. 14 – Barbie You Can Be Anything: The Experience at Exploration Place
  • Ongoing through Sept. 17 – The Game Yard at Exploration Place
  • July 1-29 – Twilight Tuesdays at the Zoo at Sedgwick County Zoo
  • July 8 & 22 – Storytime in the Park at Naftzger Park
  • July 11 – Dude Perfect at INTRUST Bank Arena
  • July 11 – Hot Girl Summer at GROW Plant Bar
  • July 12 & 26 – Supercross at Wichita Jeeps Motorcycle Club Inc.
  • July 19 – Shop & Grub at Exploration Place
  • July 19 – 32nd Annual South Kansas Mustang Club Mustang & All Ford Show at Sedgwick County Park
  • July 19-20 – Wichita Flea Market at Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center
  • July 20 – City/County Birthday Ice Cream Social at Wichita-Sedgwick Co. Historical Museum
  • July 26 – Night of Treasures: Folklore at Museum of World Treasures
  • July 26-27 – Wichita Bridal Expo at Century II

For the latest list of events and experiences, check out the Visit Wichita calendar of events and sign up for our free e-newsletter to stay in the know of exciting events, festivals and happenings in the Heart of the Country.