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.
Sat, May 30 | 2026, 7 – 10:30 AM
Fidelity Bank River Run
The 48th annual River Run has a race event for every age and competitive level.
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.
Sun, May 31 | 2026, 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.
Sun, Jun 1 | 1 – 4 PM
Children’s Entrepreneur Market
1-4p.m., Douglas Street & Main Street. A hands-on experience empowering kids to develop life skills through entrepreneurship. By running their…
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.
Thu, Jun 5 | 5 – 8:30 PM
KAKE’s Touch A Truck
Load up the family for a hands-on experience with amazing emergency vehicles, dumpster trucks, construction machinery, news vehicles, and more!…
Sun, Jun 1 | Noon – 4 PM
Riverfest Throwdown – Cornhole Tournament
Presented by KGSO and The Cornhole Cave DATE: Sunday, June 1, 2025TIME: Gates Open at 11a.m. , Bags fly at…
Sat, Jun 6 | 2026, 11 AM – 5 PM
Riverfest Classic Car Show
Find the hottest classic and custom cars at the Riverfest Classic Car Show.
Sat, Jun 6 | 2026, 9 – 11 AM
Riverfest Fishing Derby
NEW LOCATION in 2026! Location: River Park Place: 727 N Waco Drive (West Side of The Building on the Dock)…
Sat, May 30 | 2026, 1 – 3 PM
Cowboy Bathtub Races
Yes, it is what it sounds like! Contestants will race along the Arkansas River in stock tanks.
Tue, Jun 3 | 7 – 9 PM
Pitch-A-Friend
Join Us for an Evening of Fun, Connections & Laughter! 🎉 Help your single friends find love at Riverfest with…
Sat, Jun 6 | 2026, 8 AM – Noon
Riverfest Gravel Grinder
Our 3rd Riverfest Gravel Grinder is a bike event on a combination of riding surfaces and 20- and 40-mile events.
Sun, Jun 1 | 10:30 AM – 2 PM
Rivalry on the River
A fun and friendly competitive event between Wichita high school teams organized by Wichita Public Schools.
Fri, May 29 | 2026, 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.
