When planning your next meeting in Wichita, add some culture and fun to the agenda. After all, “work hard, play hard” isn’t just a saying here—it’s a way of life. Once the meetings wrap, make time to unwind and connect at venues that go beyond the ordinary in the Heart of the Country.
B-29 Doc Hangar, Education and Visitors Center
Wichita’s restored and iconic B-29 Doc—one of only two airworthy WWII-era Superfortress bombers—sets an unforgettable backdrop for events at the B-29 Doc Hangar, Education and Visitors Center. The venue rental includes access to the lobby, hangar maintenance area, conference room and education center. A classroom accommodates up to 100 guests, while the spacious banquet area can host as many as 700. Book your event while Doc is in the hangar and give attendees the one-of-a-kind experience of networking alongside a legendary piece of aviation history. Conveniently located just minutes from the DoubleTree by Hilton Wichita Airport, Hampton Inn & Suites Airport, and Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport, the B-29 Doc Hangar offers both inspiration and accessibility for meetings, receptions, and special events.
Eberly Farm
Eberly Farm offers an all-encompassing space that provides both meeting space and a large variety of team-building activities for those in attendance. Hosting up to 300 guests inside, the venue includes covered outdoor pavilions, an outdoor stage, sizeable parking lot and access to its 14 acres of woodlands, which offer delegates the opportunity to spread out and take advantage of the included activities. Your guests can enjoy horseshoes and ladder golf, basketball, tug of war, softball, soccer and so much more. There’s also a pool available in the warmer months for an hourly charge. Planners can bring in their own catering and Eberly Farm provides bartending service for its full bar.
Equity Bank Park
Wichita’s Equity Bank Park is a versatile, multi-purpose complex designed to host far more than just baseball. Located in the heart of Wichita along the Arkansas River, the venue accommodates groups from 25 up to 6,500 in the seating bowl, plus an additional 3,500 in picnic areas. The Vault offers a private bar, eight TVs, and a premium audio system with seating for up to 300 guests. The Coors Light Party Porch accomodates up to 305 people and is the perfect spot for game days or casual mixers. The Dillon’s Picnic Patio seats 410 and includes a front-row field view, two-hour dinner buffet and complimentary non-alcoholic beverages. At the center of the field, the Emprise Bank Pavilion provides premium hospitality for 50 to 250 guests with high- and low-top tables, outdoor patio furniture, a two-hour buffet, complimentary non-alcoholic drinks as well as a full-service bar. With its flexible spaces, riverfront setting and baseball backdrop, Equity Bank Park is the perfect place to blend meetings, mingling and America’s favorite pastime.
Sedgwick County Zoo
Wichita’s award-winning Sedgwick County Zoo allows guests to experience an event immersed in nature and wildlife. With nine event spaces including its Cargill Learning Center, Leopard Deck, Tiger Trek, Elephant Learning Lodge, POET Gazebo, Gorilla Tent room and more, the zoo can host events of up to 350 attendees. Take advantage of on-site catering with everything from breakfast, lunch and even snacks and beverages while breaking from sessions. The zoo also offers special admission for meeting delegates, allowing them to explore more than 3,000 animals on the zoo’s 250 acres.
Tanganyika Wildlife Park
Just 15 minutes from downtown Wichita, Tanganyika Wildlife Park in Goddard offers a wildly different setting for meetings and events. This premier venue features three flexible spaces totaling 9,000 square feet, accommodating up to 350 guests amid lush landscapes and some of the world’s rarest animals. Attendees can hand-feed lemurs and giraffes, walk among kangaroos or even swim with penguins for an unforgettable team experience. With open catering and alcohol options and Instagrammable backdrops, Tanganyika perfectly blends business with adventure. It’s a one-of-a-kind destination where meetings turn into memorable, meaningful experiences.
Discover a variety of unique meeting spaces and other venues available in the Heart of the Country in our Meeting Planners Guide to take your meetings to the next level.
