Wichita Weekend Welcome - Riverfest Edition (June 4-6, 2021)

Welcome to another weekend here in Wichita! It's Riverfest 2021! After getting cancelled last year because of the pandemic, the Wichita Riverfest is back and ready to rock again. This year will look a little different than previous years as Riverfest takes place over two seperate weekends instead of 10 straight days. 

For this weekend (June 4-6), events will be mostly participation activities that allow for social distancing. Larger group events like concerts, fireworks, the food court, and the parade will take place from Sept. 30-Oct. 3. Because of this, no buttons are required this weekend. 

Please note, most of these participatory events require registration, which can be done at the Riverfest website.

Riverfest Plein Air: A Painting Competition
Artists of all skill levels can participate and compete to win a total of $2,400 in cash. Registration required.
Time: Friday June 4-Sunday, June 6
Locaiton: Downtown Wichita

Riverfest Porch Parade
Celebrate the Riverfest spirit by decorating your porch, yard, or windows. The best decorated area in the residential division will win a $1,000 gift card to Star Lumber. Registration required.
Time: Friday, June 4-Sunday, June 6
Location: Around Wichita

Walking Tours and Biking Tours
Friday's walking tour explores downtown art and architecture. You can also enjoy Wichita's art and architecture during Saturday's slow roll bike ride. Sunday's slow roll and stroll will discuss the history of downtown Wichita. NO registration required. 
Time: Friday, June 4 at 12pm | Saturday, June 5 at 4pm | Sunday, June 6 at 4pm
Location: A. Price Woodard Park

Sunset Yoga
Relax, center, and stretch under the Kansas sky. NO registration required. 
Time: Friday, June 4-Sunday, June 6 from 8-8:30pm
Location: Hyatt Lawn

Paddleboats
Enjoy a free paddleboat ride along the Arkansas River. NO registration required. 
Time: Friday, June 4-Sunday, June 6 from 10am-2pm
Location: Boats & Bikes at River Vista

Hot Air Balloon Launch
Watch the sky over downtown for a hot air balloon launch at sunrise. NO registration required. 
Time: Saturday, June 5 at Sunrise
Location: Fountains at WaterWalk

Fidelity Bank River Run
Wichita's favorite race series is celebrating it's 45th year at Riverfest this summer! Enjoy a walk or run through the beautiful downtown course. Registration required. 
Time: Saturday, June 5 at 7:15am
Location: WaterWalk

Stand Up Paddleboard 5K
Battle it out on the Arkansas River as you compete with your kayak, canoe, or paddleboard. Registration required.
Time: Saturday, June 5 at 2-4pm
Location: Boats & Bikes at River Vista

3 Keys Fitness Xtreme Hip Hop/Xtreme Burn Classes
The hip hop class combines cardio, the step board, music, and swag for a fresh spin. The burn class is straight cardio with moves like high knees, kicks, and jumping jacks. Registration required.
Time: Saturday, June 5 at 10am and 12pm | Sunday, June 6 at 1pm
Location: Kennedy Plaza

Virtual Pet Parade
Grab your pet (no matter what species!) and crazy costumes. We want to see your pet in this parade! Registration required.
Time: Sunday, June 6
Location: Wichita River Festival Facebook page

Riverfest Relays
Compete in this year's relay with a series of fierce and fun athletic challenges. Registration required.
Time: Sunday, June 6 from 1-5pm
Location: Boats & Bikes at River Vista

As always, our agents are available this weekend for home showings. Feel free to request an appointment on any home you would like to look at, and we will do our best to accomedate your schedule.

Have an upcoming event that you would like included* in a future edition of Wichita Weekend Welcome? Email [email protected] with all necessary information or a link to the event page. 

*Please note, inclusion of an event is up to our discretion and not guaranteed.