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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.

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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!

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The perfect vantage point is along the east side of the Arkansas River.

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Launching from atop the Garvey buildings

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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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Showcasing rides with a Ferris wheel, Tilt-a-whirl, Viper, Kiddie Cars, and Oscar, the Octopus and Fish Ride, and many more rides.

Look for the bright lights of the carnival in the parking lot just southeast of the Hyatt Regency Wichita. Riverfest Button Required.

The carnival will have $33 per person unlimited ride wristbands available daily. Monday-Friday from 6-10pm, two separate wristbands on Saturday and Sunday from 2-6pm and 6-10. Wristbands are good for unlimited rides during the time period purchased.

You can also purchase tickets for the rides. Single tickets are $4 each, 10 tickets for $35 or 30 tickets for $100. All rides are 1 ticket per person except the Freak Out, it is 2 tickets per person or a wristband plus 1 ticket. Tickets can be used at any time.

A River Festival button is required for entry to the carnival. Buttons will be available for purchase.

There is Family Fun Day on Sunday, June 1, where kids 12 and under can enjoy a full day of Riverfest activities completely free — when accompanied by an adult wearing a Riverfest button.

No child button is required for this day but required for all other days for children ages 6-12. Children 5 and under always get free admission every day of Riverfest.

Also on Thursday, June 5 is Throwback Thursday at Riverfest. For those who have any past or current Wichita Riverfest Button or Cloisonné pin you will be admitted into the festival for free all day.

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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.

Fun All Day:

Saturday, May 31

• All Day Inflatables
• 11am - 6pm Make it Take it Art by Wichita Public Schools
• 1pm-2pm Dizzy's Twisted Balloons
• 1:30pm - 2:30pm Vodvill Clown
• 2pm - 3pm Special Kz Bubble Fun
• 3pm - 5pm ICT Princesses: Rapunzel, Ice Queen
• 4pm-5pm Dizzy's Twisted Balloons
• 5pm - 6pm Hula Hoops
• 6pm - 7pm Special Kz Bubble Fun
• 7pm-8pm ICT Princesses & Dizzy's Twisted Balloons
• 7:30pm - 8:30pm Vodvill Clown
• 8pm - 9pm Special Kz Bubble Fun

Sunday, June 1

• All Day Inflatables
• 1:30pm - 2:30pm Vodvill Clown
• 2pm - 3pm Dizzy's Twisted Balloons
• 2pm - 4pm ICT Princesses: Rapunzel, Autumn Queen
• 2pm - 6pm Make it Take it Art by Wichita Public Schools
• 5pm - 6pm ICT Princesses: Rapunzel, Autumn Queen
• 6pm - 7pm Dizzy's Twisted Balloons & Hula Hoops
• 7pm - 8pm Special Kz Bubble Fun & Vodvill Clown

Monday, June 2

• All Day Inflatables
• 6pm - 8pm Ulrich Museum of Art: Make it Take it Art! & Make it Take it Art by Wichita Public Schools
• 7pm - 9pm ICT Princesses: Snow White, Beauty Princess
• 7pm - 8:30pm Dizzy's Twisted Balloons & Dizzy's Twisted Balloons
• 7:30pm - 8:30pm Special Kz Bubble Fun

Tuesday, June 3

• All Day Inflatables
• 6pm - 8pm ICT Princesses: Beauty Princess, Bayou Princess
• 6pm - 8pm Ulrich Museum of Art: Make it Take it Art!
• 7pm - 8:30pm Dizzy's Twisted Balloons
• 7:30pm - 8:30pm Special Kz Bubble Fun

Wednesday, June 4

• All Day Inflatables
• 4pm - 8pm Make it Take it art by Wichita Public Schools
• 6pm - 7pm Hula Hoops & Special Kz Bubble Fun
• 6pm - 8pm Ulrich Museum of Art: Make it Take it Art!
• 7pm - 9pm ICT Princesses: Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty
• 7pm - 8pm Dizzy's Twisted Balloons
• 8pm - 9pm Special Kz Bubble Fun

Thursday, June 5

• All Day Inflatables
• 4pm - 8pm Make it Take it Art by Wichita Public Schools
• 6pm - 7pm Vodvill Clown
• 6pm - 8pm Ulrich Museum of Art: Make it Take it Art!
• 7pm - 8:30pm Dizzy's Twisted Balloons
• 7pm - 9pm ICT Princesses: Bubble Witch, Wayfinder Chieftess
• 7:30pm - 9pm Special Kz Bubble Fun
• 8pm - 9pm Vodvill Clown

Friday, June 6

• All Day Inflatables
• 3pm - 7pm Make it Take it Art by Wichita Public Schools
• 6pm - Activities include Loteria, Dancers, and Piñatas
• 6pm - 7pm Special Kz Bubble Fun & Vodvill Clown
• 6pm - 8pm Ulrich Museum of Art: Make it Take it Art!
• 7pm - 8:30pm Dizzy's Twisted Balloons
• 7pm - 9pm ICT Princesses: Mermaid Princess, Celtic Princess
• 8pm - 9pm Special Kz Bubble Fun & Vodvill Clown

Saturday, June 7

• All Day Inflatables
• 11am - 5pm Wichita Toy Train Club
• 1pm - 2pm Special Kz bubble Fun & Vodvill Clown
• 1pm - 5pm Make it Take it Art by Wichita Public Schools
• 1:30pm - 3:30pm ICT Princesses: Tinker Pixie, Ice Queen
• 2pm - 3pm Dizzy's Twisted Balloons
• 3pm - 4pm Hulu Hoops
• 3:30pm - 4:30pm Special Kz Bubble Fun
• 4pm - 5pm Vodvill Clown
• 4:30pm - 6:30pm ICT Princesses: Tinker Pixie, Ice Queen
• 5pm - 7pm Dizzy's Twisted Balloons
• 6pm - 7pm Special Kz Bubble Fun
• 6:30pm - 7:30pm Vodvill Clown

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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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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 Wichita Riverfest!” — and the lure of cash prizes! Free for everyone to view, with or without a button.
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Arkansas River, Boats & Bikes facility at River Vista

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Enjoy a relaxing, narrated cruise along the Arkansas River in Downtown Wichita.

Cruises depart under the Douglas Street Bridge on the north side of Douglas, east side of the Arkansas River. Free with your Riverfest button.
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North of Century II

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Shoot your shot at the ESPN Sport Court, just south of the Food Court Stage on the East Side of Century II!

Join the action with a Granny Basketball Tournament, fun with the Wichita Wizards, and classic Horse & Pig games for all ages. Every day!
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