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Downtown Events Jan 26 through Feb 1
See a  full list of events in Downtown Wichita

DOWNTOWN SPOTLIGHT

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Final Friday
Friday, Jan 27 

 

Final Friday has rebranded! A big thanks to Greteman Group for the great new logo design! 

 

As the name implies, Final Friday happens the last Friday of each month - usually between the hours of 7pm - 9pm.  Art galleries, museums,restaurants and retail shops around Wichita stay open late and welcome visitors. Recognizing that Downtown is the artistic and cultural center for the region, the Q-line trolley service transports art lovers to the concentration of venues in Downtown. The ride is free and allows attendees to park once and visit several galleries.

 

For a map of participating venues Downtown, click here. For more info and a full list of Final Friday venues, click on the resources tab on this page.

 

ALSO- While you're checking out new art sign up to win $100 in Art Bucks from the the Wichita Arts Council! Put your Art Bucks towards purchasing your next favorite art piece. Entry forms and drawing boxes at most (but not all) Final Friday venues. See a list here under resources tab.

 

Don't forget to like Final Friday ICT on Facebook and see if you will be the lucky $100 Art Bucks winner! See you there Downtown!

 

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SHOWS

Disney Live! presents Three Classic Fairy Tales 
Thursday, Jan 26   6:00pm
Friday, Jan 27   3:00pm (SOLDOUT)
Friday, Jan 27   6:00pm (SOLDOUT) 

 

Location: INTRUST Bank Arena - 500 E. Waterman
Contact Phone: 316-755-SEAT
Tickets: $52, $32, $23, $17 (additional fees may apply)

Join Mickey, Minnie, Donald and Goofy as they take audiences on a captivating journey and magically bring to life three timeless fairy tale adventures. Anchored amidst a transforming set, captivating choreography, innovative lighting and breathtaking costumes, this authentically-woven tale of "happily-ever-after" is a heart-warming Disney experience for the entire family. More info

 

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Time for Three
Time for Three in Blue Jeans
Friday, Jan 27   8:00pm

 

Location: Century II - Concert Hall - 225 W. Douglas

Tickets: $15 Buy Tickets

 

Featured works include Travels in Time for Three, a work co-commissioned by the Wichita Symphony from Chris Brubeck and other signature pieces by the genre-bending string trio Time for Three.

 

Sponsored by the Fred C. and Mary R. Koch Foundation, Emprise Bank, KSN, Armstrong Shank and Printing Inc. More info

 

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POPULAR CLASSICS Travels in Time for Three
Saturday, Jan 28   8:00pm
Sunday, Jan 29   3:00pm 

 

Location: Century II - Concert Hall - 225 W. Douglas

Tickets: $21 to $45 Buy Tickets

 

Time for Three, a classically trained, genre-bending string trio, will uniquely blend symphonic music with bluegrass, jazz, fusion, country swing and just about every other style imaginable. Time for Three will perform all their signature works, including Travels in Time for Three, a work co-commissioned by the Wichita Symphony Orchestra from Chris Brubeck to showcase this amazing group.More info

 

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Craig Ferguson  
Friday, Jan 27   8:00pm

 

Location: The Wichita Orpheum - 200 N.
Broadway
Phone: 316-755-7328
Tickets: $45, $55 Buy tickets

TV's Craig Ferguson takes a break from his Emmy nominated and Peabody Award winning "The Late Late Show," seen locally on KWCH TV 12 weeknights at 11:35 p.m., for a live performance at the Orpheum. The Scottish actor who recently portrayed "Owl" in the remake of Disney's classic "Winnie The Pooh" and played the boss on "The Drew Carey Show" has set all-time viewer records for his time slot since taking the helm of the CBS talk show in 2005. More info

 

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Don Edwards Live
Donny Edwards 
'One Night with Elvis'
Saturday, Jan 28   7:00pm

 

Location: The Wichita Orpheum - 200 N.
Broadway
Phone: 316-755-7328
Tickets (Reserved Seating):

$28 Orchestra, $23 Mezzanine, $18 Balcony Buy tickets


Donny Edwards is the most sought after Elvis tribute artist in the world. Recently, Donny was a top 3 finalist on ABCs "The Next Best Thing." This two time wolrd champion Elvis tribute artist will be backed by the 8 member band "Fever." Donny will take you through the early years and Elvis' Las Vegas era! More info

 

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SPORTS

Thunder 20th Logo
Thunder vs. Tulsa 
Saturday, Jan 28   7:05pm

 

Location: INTRUST Bank Arena - 500 E. Waterman
Contact Phone: 316-755-SEAT

Individual Game Tickets: 

Adults - $29, $25, $20, $17, $12 Senior/Military - $28, $24, $19, $16, $11 

Children (3-12) - $27, $23, $18, $15, $10 (Additional fees may apply)

 

Doors: 6:05 p.m. 

Camera Policy: Professional cameras, video, and audio are all permitted.

 

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Thunder vs. Quad City  
Sunday, Jan 29   5:05pm

 

Location: INTRUST Bank Arena - 500 E. Waterman
Contact Phone: 316-755-SEAT

Individual Game Tickets: 

Adults - $29, $25, $20, $17, $12 Senior/Military - $28, $24, $19, $16, $11 

Children (3-12) - $27, $23, $18, $15, $10 (Additional fees may apply)

 

Doors: 4:05 p.m. 

Camera Policy: Professional cameras, video, and audio are all permitted.

 

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OTHER EVENTS

Museum of World Treasures
Music of the 50's A Talk with Dr. J.C. Combs
Sunday, Jan 29   5:05pm

 

Location: Museum of World Treasures - 835 E. First St.
Tickets: Cost of Admission

 

Dr. J.C. Combs, former WSU faculty member, will look at how the 1950's changed the course of popular music. This free for museum members and is included in admission price for all others.

 

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"Wein Vino Vin" Wine Dinner
Saturday, Jan 28   7:00pm - 9:00pm

 

Location: Oeno Wine Bar - 330 N. Mead 
Contact Phone: 316-440-5000

Advance credit card registration reservation required. $35 per person plus tax and 20% gratuity. Rsvp to 316-440-5000

 

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CONCERTS

Scott Knost
Thursday, Jan 26   9:00pm - 1:00am
 
Location: Mort's Martini and Cigar Bar - 923 E. 1st St. N.
Contact Phone: 316-262-1785
Fistfull of Nickels
Friday, Jan 27   9:00pm - 1:00am
 
Location: Mort's Martini and Cigar Bar - 923 E. 1st St. N.
Contact Phone: 316-262-1785
Brent Eby
Saturday, Jan 28   9:00pm - 1:00am
 
Location: Mort's Martini and Cigar Bar - 923 E. 1st St. N.
Contact Phone: 316-262-1785
Monterey Jack
Friday, Jan 27 & Saturday, Jan 28
 
Location: River City Brewing Company - 159 N. Mosley St.
Contact Phone: 316-263-2739
Phil Hamilton
Friday, Jan 27   8:00pm
 
Location: America's Pub - 116 N. Mead
Contact Phone: 316-267-1782
The Ragbirds with Elliot Road
Thursday, Jan 26 

 

Location: Rock Island Live - 101 N. Rock Island
Contact Phone: 316-303-9800
Cover Charge: $10

The Ragbirds albums have received local and national praise, hailed "Highly impressive!" by USA Today and touted as "Astounding international eclecticism" by Reveal Arts.

Phil Hamilton CD Release Party
Friday, Jan 27

 

Location: Rock Island Live - 101 N. Rock Island
Contact Phone: 316-303-9800
Cover Charge: $7

"Nothing to Lose" and  "Nine Mile" are top 15 singles for Hamilton on the Texas Music Chart and The Texas Regional Radio Report. He also had his first top 10 hit with "You Can Have Me."  This single is also the 15th most played song of the year on the Texas Regional Radio Report's top 200 of 2011.

The Heroine with Elephant Gun
Saturday, Jan 28

 

Location: Rock Island Live - 101 N. Rock Island
Contact Phone: 316-303-9800
Cover Charge: $7

Started in October 2007, The Heroine has earned their street cred and respect by the grueling tour schedule they endure. The swagger that they carry is defined by their must-see live show. 

OTHER EVENT SOURCES

City Arts Events  

 

Location: 334 N. Mead

Phone: 316-462-2787


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Location: 223 S. Main

Phone: 316-267-1782

RAIN CAFE AND LOUNGE

Rain Cafe and Lounge

518 E. Douglas, Ste 100

Phone: 316-261-9000

Email: [email protected]

 

Rain Caf� and Lounge is the premier Mediterranean restaurant in Downtown Wichita with a warm, friendly atmosphere. They serve a variety of foods to please anyone's tastes including their famous Roasted Red Pepper Hummus, Gyros, Schwarma, Philly steaks, and � lb Ruebens. Food is served until 9pm.

 

Enjoy karaoke every Thursday night and a live DJ Thursday through Sunday as well as drink specials every day of the week!

 

When you are strolling down Douglas, be sure to check out Rain Caf� and Lounge for the amazing food and great prices. 

 

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CITY ARTisans 
GIFT SHOP
CityArts

334 N. Mead

Phone: 316-462-2787

 

Hours: 

Mon - Thur

10:00am - 9:00pm

 

Fridays

10:00am - 5:00pm

 

Final Fridays

10:00am - 9:00pm

 

Saturdays

10:00am - 4:00pm

 

CityArts has a variety of art inspired items for sale in its CityArtisans Gift Shop that include hand blown glass pieces, original paintings, photographs as well as handmade jewelry and accessories.

 

The majority of inventory is original and made by local artists. You can take pride in knowing that your purchase helps supports working artists in our community!

 

Don't miss out on Build Your Own Guitar Kits, Art Exploration Kits, Artist Men's Ties, Artistic Women's Scarves as well as NEW Final Friday T-Shirts at the CityArtisans Gift Shop.

DRURY PLAZA HOTEL BROADVEIW
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400 W. Douglas

Phone: 316-262-5000

 

There's a reason this building has been a centerpiece of Wichita since 1922. A historic renovation, the Drury Broadview Hotel is a beautiful property full of comfortable rooms, award-winning service and free extras. A riverwalk location helps to make this a truly memorable hotel.

 

Amenities include a free hot breakfast consisting of scrambled eggs, biscuits & gravy, sausage and hot pancakes, free wireless internet, 60 min of free long distance, LCD tv's in every room with a great cable package, free airport shuttle service, free in room coffee service and a 24-hour fitness center. On-site, covered parking is also available during your stay. The garage is located across the street with covered walkway access into the hotel. Pets are accepted. And don't forget in the evening relax at the 5:30 Kickback for free hot food and cold beverages

 

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WDDC HAPPENINGS
Zelman Lofts

Zelman Lofts at Douglas and St.Francis 100% leased! Life Happens Here! in Downtown Wichita.

 

Zelman Lofts seamlessly reflects Wichita's rich history with 

modern amenities for today's lifestyle by providing unique lofts

located in the heart of Downtown. More info



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