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Portable Toilets
Portable Toilets
First-aid Station & Missing Children's Area
Century II Parking
Accessible Parking
Accessible Parking
Accessible Parking
Quantum Credit Union Food Court
Crossland Construction Kennedy Plaza Concert Stage
Fireworks Viewing Area
Fidelity Bank Fireworks
Hot Air Balloons
WEEE Entertainment Carnival
Kids Corner & Inflatables
Helicopter Rides
Sundown Parade
Wichita Wind Surge Baseball
Watercraft Races
Boat Dock
Wagonmasters River Tour
Century II Exhibition Hall
Wichita Habitat Panel Build
Hyatt Regency Wichita
Tripodal at Century II
Kennedy Plaza
Douglas Avenue
East Side of the River
Main Street, Douglas to Waterman
Intersection of Main St & William St
Food Court Stage
Douglas Street Food Vendors
ESPN Sport Court
Fans With a Plan Rideshare
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Hours
11 AM – 11 PM
All-Day
Rideshare Drop off / Pick Up Amenity
All-Day
Riverfest Photography Contest Activity
11:30 AM – Noon
Grand Opening Ceremony Entertainment
5 – 10 PM
Kids Corner & Inflatables Kids
5 – 10 PM
Bicycle Valet
6 – 10 PM
WEEE Carnival Activity
6:30 – 8:30 PM
Hot Air Balloons SPEEA Entertainment
6:30 – 8 PM
Sundown Parade Entertainment
9 – 11 PM
The Jacksons Music
10:45 – 11 PM
Textron Aviation Opening Night Fireworks Entertainment
Gates close 11 PM
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Portable Toilets
Along Douglas Avenue
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South of the Food Court
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First-aid Station & Missing Children's Area
FriMay 29
All-Day
SunMay 31
All-Day
MonJun 1
All-Day
TueJun 2
All-Day
WedJun 3
All-Day
ThuJun 4
All-Day
FriJun 5
All-Day
SatJun 6
All-Day
Description
Located on Douglas Street, at the east end of Douglas Street Food Vendors.
Minor first aid needs can be found at this station. Brought to you by UMB Bank.
Parking
Century II Parking
Metered and handicap-accessible parking spaces
Parking
Accessible Parking
Handicap-accessible parking spaces
Parking
Accessible Parking
Handicap-accessible parking spaces
Parking
Accessible Parking
Handicap-accessible parking spaces
Food & Drink
Quantum Credit Union Food Court
Crossland Construction Kennedy Plaza Concert Stage
FriMay 29
9 – 11 PM
The Jacksons
MonJun 1
9 – 10 PM
Jonathan McReynolds
About Location
Experience the electrifying performance of a headline act, a captivating opener, or a vibrant local showcase live on stage.
Indulge in delectable food offerings and refreshing beverages amidst the pulsating rhythm of great music!
Entertainment
Fireworks Viewing Area
The perfect vantage point is along the east side of the Arkansas River.
Fidelity Bank Fireworks
About Location
Launching from atop the Garvey buildings
Hot Air Balloons
FriMay 29
6:30 – 8:30 PM
FriJun 5
6:30 – 8:30 PM
Description
Stand in awe of these majestic and colorful icons of the sky as they float above festival crowds.
Not a ride. Subject to wind and weather conditions. Location: 500 block of South Wichita Street.
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WEEE Entertainment Carnival
FriMay 29
6 – 10 PM
WEEE Carnival
SatMay 30
2 – 10 PM
WEEE Carnival
SunMay 31
2 – 10 PM
WEEE Carnival
TueJun 2
6 – 10 PM
WEEE Carnival
WedJun 3
6 – 10 PM
WEEE Carnival
ThuJun 4
6 – 10 PM
WEEE Carnival
FriJun 5
6 – 10 PM
WEEE Carnival
SatJun 6
2 – 10 PM
WEEE Carnival
About Location
Lot D, 511 S Water
Kids Corner & Inflatables
FriMay 29
5 – 10 PM
SatMay 30
11 AM – 10 PM
SunMay 31
11 AM – 10 PM
MonJun 1
5 – 10 PM
TueJun 2
5 – 10 PM
WedJun 3
2 – 10 PM
ThuJun 4
2 – 10 PM
FriJun 5
11 AM – 5 PM
SatJun 6
11 AM – 5 PM
Description
Bring the family and enjoy inflatables, bubble shows, balloon twisting, princesses, art, music and great outdoor family fun!
Located by the South Gate entrance, behind the Old Library.
All free with a Riverfest button, and no button is required for children 5 and under.
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Helicopter Rides
FriMay 29
11 AM – JUN 6, 6 PM
SatMay 30
11 AM – 6 PM
SunMay 31
11 AM – 6 PM
MonJun 1
5 – 9 PM
TueJun 2
5 – 9 PM
WedJun 3
5 – 9 PM
ThuJun 4
5 – 9 PM
FriJun 5
5 – 9 PM
SatJun 6
11 AM – 9 PM
Description
Combining the thrill of flying with sightseeing’s picturesque panoramas of our beautiful city.
Brought to you by DWTA Helicopters. $50 cash only.
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Sundown Parade
FriMay 29
6:30 – 8 PM
Description
Grab front row seating to watch entrants strut their creative stuff with floats, bands, flags, performers, and all your favorite parade traditions.
The parade route will offer excellent viewing of the parade entries inspired by this year’s theme, “The Spirit of the 250th Birthday of the United States!” — and the lure of cash prizes! Free for everyone to view, with or without a button.
Deadline to Register to be in the parade: April 24, 2026.
Wichita Wind Surge Baseball
Competitive
Watercraft Races
Activity
Boat Dock
Arkansas River, Boats & Bikes facility at River Vista
Entertainment
Wagonmasters River Tour
Under Douglas Street Bridge (north side of Douglas, east side of the Arkansas River)
Century II Exhibition Hall
FriMay 30
All-Day
Riverfest Photography Contest
FriMay 29
All-Day
Riverfest Photography Contest
SatMay 30
All-Day
Riverfest Photography Contest
SunMay 31
All-Day
Riverfest Photography Contest
Activity
Wichita Habitat Panel Build
Douglas Avenue and Waco Street
Hyatt Regency Wichita
Tripodal at Century II
SunMay 31
11 AM – 3 PM
Rivalry on the River
Kennedy Plaza
SunMay 31
1 – 4 PM
Admirals Button Swap and Sale
MonJun 1
5 – 10 PM
Gospelfest Market
WedJun 3
7 – 8 PM
Portrait with the Admiral
About Location
North of Century II
Douglas Avenue
SatMay 30
Noon – 10 PM
Mercadito
East Side of the River
Between Douglas and Lewis St bridges
Main Street, Douglas to Waterman
ThuJun 4
5 – 8:30 PM
KAKE Touch-A-Truck
Intersection of Main St & William St
Food Court Stage
FriMay 29
11:30 AM – Noon
Grand Opening Ceremony
Douglas Street Food Vendors
SunMay 31
4 – 5 PM
Egg Toss Competition
ESPN Sport Court
Fans With a Plan Rideshare
FriMay 29
All-Day
Rideshare Drop off / Pick Up
SatMay 30
All-Day
Rideshare Drop off / Pick Up
SunMay 31
All-Day
Rideshare Drop off / Pick Up
MonJun 1
All-Day
Rideshare Drop off / Pick Up
TueJun 2
All-Day
Rideshare Drop off / Pick Up
WedJun 3
All-Day
Rideshare Drop off / Pick Up
ThuJun 4
All-Day
Rideshare Drop off / Pick Up
FriJun 5
All-Day
Rideshare Drop off / Pick Up
SatJun 6
All-Day
Rideshare Drop off / Pick Up