May 30 – June 7, 2025Admission May 30 – June 7, 2025Admission

Participatory Events

Don’t be a spectator.

From water sports to art to STEAM, there are myriads of things to try your hand at during Riverfest.

Mon, Jun 2 | 7:30 – 8:30 AM

Bob Struble Golf Classic

Join us for the 20th Annual Bob Struble Golf Classic. This event honors one of our long time Riverfest volunteers…

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Sat, May 31 | 1 – 3 PM

Cowboy Bathtub Races

Yes, it is what it sounds like! Contestants will race along the Arkansas River in stock tanks.

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Sat, Jun 7 | 8 AM – Noon

Gravel Grinder

Our 3rd Riverfest Gravel Grinder is a bike event on a combination of riding surfaces and 20- and 40-mile events.

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Sat, May 31 | 7 – 10:30 AM

River Run

The 48th annual River Run has a race event for every age and competitive level.

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Fri, May 30 | 6:30 – 8 PM

Sundown Parade

Take in the Sundown Parade as entrants strut their creative stuff with floats, bands, flags, performers, and all your favorite parade traditions.

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Sat – Sat, May 31 – 31

Plein Air: A Painting Competition Day 1

Artists will celebrate the beauty of iconic views around Wichita at the this competitive painting event. Open to novice and professional alike.

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Sun, Jun 1 | 1:30 – 4 PM

Cardboard Regatta

Build a river-worthy vessel in 90 minutes or less with cardboard, duct tape, pool noodles and a box cutter.

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Sun, Jun 1 | 1 – 4 PM

FutureFest (S.T.E.A.M. CITY)

STEAM City is all about showcasing the diverse and exciting roles that STEAM plays in our everyday lives and in manufacturing careers.

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Thu, Jun 5 | 5 – 8:30 PM

KAKE Touch-A-Truck

Load up the family for a hands-on experience with amazing emergency vehicles, dumpster trucks, construction machinery, news vehicles, and more!…

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