Dinner Matinee: SUNU Afrobeat featuring Bolokada Conde
2025-11-07 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | The Ship, 1221 Union Avenue, Kansas City, MO, 64101, United States
SUNU (from LFK) returns for an early show filled with Afrobeat, Drums, Funk, and Soul!

KC STEPPERS BALL
2025-11-08 00:00 - 00:01 | The Royal Mansion Event Space, 6240 Raytown Trafficway, Raytown, MO, 64133, United States
Come join us for a night of smooth moves and great vibe. Get ready to dance the night away with fellow steppers and enjoy the rhythm of the music. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, this event is perfect for anyone looking to have a good time. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to showcase your best steps and connect with others who share your passion for dancing. See you there!

The Contenders Conference
2025-11-08 10:00 - 14:00 | MO
We are stepping into an Era of Contending for the faith. This years conference will not disappoint.God will show up and show out.

5th Annual KC gospel extravaganza awards
2025-11-08 17:30 - 20:00 | MO
Get ready for a soulful celebration of gospel music at the 5th Annual KC Gospel Extravaganza Awards – it’s going to be legendary!

Amber "Flutienastiness" Underwood ~ Dinner Matinee
2025-11-08 18:00 - 21:00 | The Ship, 1221 Union Avenue, Kansas City, MO, 64101, United States
Jazz Flutist Amber Underwood returns for another dinner matinee presentation featuring her band.

All Ages // $10 // Table Reservations Available // 6pm Doors //7pm-9pm Show

Jazz flutist, educator, band director, and band leader, Amber Underwood is a native of Kansas City and has been entertaining and performing music since the tender age of 8. Beginning her musical journey on the piano and soon after began playing classical flute.

Simply Vibes: Live Jazz & Dinner Experience
2025-11-08 20:00 - 22:30 | Simply Sangria Wine Co., 243 N. Cleveland Ave, Wichita, KS, 67214, United States
Simply Sangria Wine Co. and Showtime Sounds Entertainment are thrilled to announce Simply Vibes, a special evening of live jazz and blues music paired with a delicious dinner experience. This soulful event will feature the talents of Delaney and the Band, bringing soulful jazz and rich blues melodies to the only winery in Wichita.

Ticket for two: $90Saturday, November 8th from 8:00 – 10:00 PMPurchase your tickets Now!

Upon purchasing your tickets, you will need to select two dinner options; all come with peach cobbler à la mode and water or tea. Wine and soft drinks are sold separately. The Drink of the night will be A Smoked Renese on the Rocks!

– Catfish à la mer, a large catfish fillet covered with a parmesancream seafood sauce filled with crab, shrimp, scallions, and richseasonings, all over a bed of seasoned rice and coleslaw.– 3pc Smoked chicken dinner with a smoky white BBQ sauce,baked beans, and coleslaw.– 2pc Smoked pork chop dinner with a smoky white BBQ sauce,baked beans, and coleslaw.– Vegetarian lasagna with honey-glazed carrots and garlic bread.

The PBS Kansas Honoring Veterans Service Awards
2025-11-11 17:30 - 20:00 | Holiday Inn East, 549 S Rock Rd, Wichita, KS, 67207
Awards recognizes hometown heroes who make a difference in the community.

To show your support and attend the event, click the link below or go to info@kpts.org or call 838-3090.$100 One Seat$1000 One Table (10 Seats)Register: https://kpts-web.memsys.com/index.php?formid=10

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Wichita, Kansas

LINE DANCING ON THE ROOFTOP
2025-11-11 19:00 - 22:00 | Vye Cocktail Lounge, 2018 Main Street, #Suite 101, Kansas City, MO, 64108, United States
Lessons with DJ Phillo

Through Their Lenses Conference
2025-11-12 09:00 - 2025-11-14 16:00 | Holiday Inn Wichita East I-35, an IHG Hotel, 549 South Rock Road, Wichita, KS, 67207, United States
Join us at the Through Their Lenses Conference to explore diverse perspectives and insights through the eyes of our talented speakers!

Welcome to the Through Their Lenses Conference! Join us on Wed Nov 12th-14th 2025 at 9:00 AM at the Holiday Inn Wichita East I-35, an IHG Hotel. This event is a unique opportunity to connect with fellow child welfare profesionals, learn from and hear the stories of those who have been directly impacted by the child welfare system. Don’t miss out on this exciting chance to expand your knowledge and network with like-minded individuals to see where you can make a difference.
Licensed Foster Homes will recieve training hours!
Social Work professionals will CEU’s for the Pre-Conference Events
See you there!

Journal Talk: Braver Angels Debate on Birthright Citizenship
2025-11-13 18:00 - 19:30 | MO
Step into a space where disagreement isn’t something to avoid — it’s something to explore.

Join us for KLC’s first Braver Angels Debate, a dynamic, moderated forum designed to bring people together across differences. In this format, community members don’t argue to “win.” Instead, they speak, listen, and question with curiosity — often leaving with deeper understanding of their own views and greater insight into the views of others. This isn’t a panel or a shouting match. Some attendees will share prepared remarks on the resolution — “The United States should end birthright citizenship” — while others will ask questions or simply listen. Moderators ensure a respectful exchange where every voice has a place, whether you speak or observe.

Why come? Experience a proven structure for civil dialogue on tough issues Hear perspectives from across the ideological spectrum Practice curiosity and respectful engagement in real time Leave with stronger community connections — even across divides

No expertise is required. Just bring an open mind and a willingness to engage.

Why register? Your responses on the registration form help us shape a thoughtful, balanced conversation and make sure everyone has the best experience possible. Sign up here https://zfrmz.com/7JtSZub8ASv8UfmJI8iR

Learn more: http://www.kansasleadershipcenter.org/…/journal-talks…/

About Braver Angels: https://braverangels.org/

Note: This resolution does not represent the Kansas Leadership Center’s stance on the issue. We will alternate between speeches in support of and against the resolution.

GAME DAY AT ELISABETH’S LOUNGE!
2025-11-15 11:00 - 17:00 | Elizabeth’s Lounge, 6160 E 21st N Ste 100, Wichita, Kansas, 67208
We’re running wall-to-wall action, sound on, and drink deals flowing powered by Greatness Vodka. Rally the crew, rep your colors, and let’s make some noise!

We’re showing ALL the sports games — every screen, every play, all day into the evening!

Lemon Drops – $5

Greatness Martinis – $5(Anything vodka = Greatness Vodka!)

Don Julio – $7 | Jose Cuervo – $4

Wings – $1 each

Special House LED Hookahs – $15

Beer Buckets – $20

DJ A.C. in the mix keeping the vibes right all day!

Doors open at 11AM

Elisabeth’s Lounge | 6160 E 21st St N, Wichita, KS

Come watch every game, sip Greatness, and vibe with the best crowd in the city!

Spades With Love: Adult Game Night & Community Giveback Edition
2025-11-15 18:00 - 22:00 | MO
This will be a celebration rooted in Black joy, culture, connection, and community care. Expect classic games like Spades, Uno, Jenga, Dominos, Rummy, Phase 10, etc.; giveaways and door prizes; music brought to you by DJ Super Mario, onsite food vendors (The Grand Terrace, Rice House, The Velvet Cup), and mental health moments. And, of course, the vibes will be vibing with Host Samuel David.

Entry is simple: come ready to give back (bring at least one item for donation to the College Hill UMC Food Pantry, a suggested contribution to support local families in need) and kick back (play, laugh, sing, dance, and enjoy yourself). Register in advance (bit.ly/spadeswithlove) to receive double the door prize entries at check-in!

If you still want to learn how to play Spades…with love…join us Wednesday, November 12 for the BLACK in One Piece™ Family Reunion at the Advanced Learning Library. It’s free, with food provided by Charcutistry, and host Phylicia Thompson will be in the building to get you Spades-ready for the next cookout. Attend this event and receive an additional door prize entry at Adult Game Night.

Soul 2 Soul: Buck O'Neil's 114th Birthday Celebration
2025-11-15 18:00 - 22:00 | MO
Don’t miss a soulful night of Jazz celebrating the Soul of Baseball, Buck O’Neil, in memory of his 114th Birthday.

For years, Buck O’Neil used his birthday to raise money and awareness for the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum (NLBM). After his passing in 2006, the NLBM continued the tradition of celebrating his illustrious life!

Make plans to step out with us for Soul2Soul, a night of sultry, soulful Jazz featuring scentillating concerts by chart-topping saxophonist, Pamela Williams (“The Saxtress”) and guitarist, Adam Hawley, to help us celebrate Buck’s 114th birthday.

The birthday bash will be held at The Little Theater at the Kansas City Convention Center and includes a special VIP ticket option that features food, drinks and a special commemorative gift.

Proceeds benefit the NLBM. Ladies are encouraged to wear RED.

Veteran's Appreciation Party
2025-11-15 18:30 - 21:00 | Midian Shrine Center, 130 N. Topeka, Wichita, Kansas
Join us as we come together to honor and celebrate our incredible veterans for their service and sacrifice. This special evening will be filled with camaraderie, gratitude, and entertainment.

80th Church Anniversary Celebration
2025-11-16 11:00 - 14:00 | St James Missionary Baptist Church, 1350 N Ash, Wichita, Kansas
Celebrating the blessed milestone. Guest speaker Minister Annie Montgomery. Minister Montgomery is a cherished daughter of St. James where she was spiritually nurtured and raised as the firstborn of the late Pastor J P and 1st Lady Sarah Dennis.

KC Fade Wars 2025 – Kansas City Barber Battle & Expo
2025-11-16 13:00 - 20:00 | Tapia Fades Barbershop & Lounge, 7933 Frontage Road, Overland Park, KS, 66204, United States
Get ready for KC Fade Wars 2025 – Kansas City Barber Battle , where barbers and stylists battle it out to create the freshest fades in town!

KC Fade Wars
Welcome to the ultimate battle of fades in Kansas City! Join us for a day filled with fierce competition, creativity, and camaraderie as barbers showcase their skills and talents. Whether you’re a barber looking to prove your expertise or a fade enthusiast wanting to witness jaw-dropping transformations, this event is for you. Get ready to witness some of the sharpest fades in town and be part of the buzzing atmosphere. Don’t miss out on this epic showdown of shear skills and fade finesse!

Schedule of Events:

Sunday, 11/16 – Showcase/Live Music Performance from 1pm-2:30pm
Sunday, 11/16 – Student Competition from @ 2:30 – 3:05 PM
Sunday, 11/16 – Speed Fade Competition from @ 3:15 – 3:30 PM
Sunday, 11/16 – Fade/Beard Competition from @ 3:45 – 4:30 PM
Sunday, 11/16 – Freestyle Competition from @ 4:45 – 5:45 PM
Sunday, 11/16 – Tag Team Competition from @ 6:00 – 7:00 PM
Sunday, 11/16 – Award Ceremony from 7:00 – 8:00pm
***Times and prices are subject to change without notice. For up to date information about this event please follow us on social media or visit our website at www.kcfadewars.com***

FAQs
What’s the refund policy?

there are NO ticket refunds. You may however make arrangements for someone else to use the ticket.

Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends?
Yes it is ok.

What is the schedule for the Competitions during the EVENT?
You can visit www.kcfadewars.com for additional Competition information.

If I am registered as a Competitor, do I have to purchase seperate General Admission tickets for the model and myself ?
No. Entry for both the Model and Competitor is included in the competitiion fees.

What are my transportation/parking/accomodation options for getting to and from the event?
For any logistical questions regarding the event (parking, hotel, etc), you may visit our website at www.kcfadewars.com. Information is updated as it becomes available.

KC Fade Wars 2025 – Kansas City Barber Battle & Expo
2025-11-16 13:00 - 20:00 | MO
KC Fade Wars

Welcome to the ultimate battle of fades in Kansas City! Join us for a day filled with fierce competition, creativity, and camaraderie as barbers showcase their skills and talents. Whether you’re a barber looking to prove your expertise or a fade enthusiast wanting to witness jaw-dropping transformations, this event is for you. Get ready to witness some of the sharpest fades in town and be part of the buzzing atmosphere. Don’t miss out on this epic showdown of shear skills and fade finesse!

WHY TRUMP
2025-11-16 15:30 - 19:00 | Dunbar Theater, 1007 N Cleveland
Documentary screening and discussion. Part 2 Two Americas. Documentary from 7X Emmy award winner Brian Schodorf

Wichita City Manager Finalist
2025-11-18 17:30 - 21:00 | Botanica, 701 Amidon, Wichita, KS, 67203
Come meet the three finalists for Wichita’s next City Manager!

A public forum will take place giving residents the chance to ask questions and get to know the candidates.

Liberated Grounds Mix & Mingle
2025-11-20 17:00 - 21:00 | Vine Street Brewing Co., 2010 Vine Street, #Building 2A, Kansas City, MO, 64108, United States
Kansas City, it’s time to build! Join Liberated Grounds for an evening of powerful connections and life-altering conversations.

W Professional Development Series #4 - The Power of Legacy
2025-11-20 17:30 - 19:00 | MO
Join us as we wrap up W’s 20th year with an inspiring panel conversation on Legacy. Hear from local leaders as they share personal stories about growth, purpose, and what it means to build a lasting impact in their work and life. Panelists: Bobby Gandu, WSU – Donna Wright, Kansas Business Services – John Rolfe CEO Chamber of Commerce. Emceed by Jena Leigh Curtis, Owner of The Heat with Jena. Closing remarks by Dallas Owen, Vice President of Sales at Iron Insurance Partners and W’s 2026 Board Chair.

4th Annual Merry & Bright Union Station Lighting Event & Toy Drive
2025-11-20 17:30 - 21:00 | MO
Come join us for a night of fun with:

Toy drive to benefit the Wichita Children’s HomeLighting of the Great Plains Transportation Museum trainKWCH Channel 12 will cover the event live with co-sponsor SummitMedia (KFDI-FM 101.3)Pat Strathman of ESPN will EmceeKWCH, Summit Media, ESPN & KMUW are broadcast sponsorsPhotos with SantaCarriage rides with Brower CarriagesInteractive Kids’ Station with Envision Arts GalleryLearning Lab Chriskindlmarket tableLive performance by Ballet WichitaLive performance by Wichita Chorus Sweet Adelines, Wichita Children’s Theater & Dance, and Knocknasheega!Cocoa and cookies with Insomnia Cookies and VixxoFireworks with Victory PyrotechnicsThe Wichita Police Department Mounted Unit

Simply Poetry Season 6 Ep 3: Ft TeiannaReAL (Chicago)
2025-11-20 19:00 - 22:00 | Simply Sangria Wine Co., 243 N. Cleveland Ave, Wichita, KS, 67214, United States
Come out and Enjoy our 6th Year celebrating Poetry and Poets from throughout the Heartland!

Featuring TeiannaReAL (Chicago, IL) for Sols Spotlight!

Thanksgiving Food Distribution
2025-11-22 06:30 - 10:30 | MO
Each car will receive—completely free!—a frozen turkey and a grocery bag filled traditional Thanksgiving fixings to feed 4-6 people.

Here are the details:» FREE turkey, plus other ingredients for a Thanksgiving dinner» Recipients must be in a car and drive through the line» Only one turkey/grocery bag per car

THANKSGIVING TURKEY GIVEAWAY
2025-11-22 09:00 - 13:00 | ALBERT PIKE LODGE, 3013 W CENTRAL, WICHITA, Kansas, 67203
Gather, give, and gobble. Sharing and caring to share joy and happiness with the people in our community, we will giveaway 150 Turkey dinner boxes only 150 spots open for registration.

Must be on the list of 150 applicants

1 box per family

Scan the QR code in the ad for registration

Contact information or questions 316-771-9563

KORLEONE YOUNG & THE KANSAS FREEMASONS

Your All Invited to Lunch
2025-11-22 12:00 - 16:00 | The Center, 1914 E 11th St N, Wichita, KS, 67214, United States
Bring the kids, everything is FREE. Put the Unity back in the Community. Meats, sides, drinks & desert

Community Food Giveaway
2025-11-22 12:00 - 17:00 | Calvary Baptist Church, 2653 N Hillside, Wichita, Kansas, 67219
Calvary will be partnering with National Baptist Convention USA, Inc., World Vision and Black Men United to host a Thanksgiving-Giveaway on our church grounds.

We will have over 100 Thanksgiving boxes to give away. FIRST COME FIRST SERVE. One box per home. We will begin the distribution at 12n. Pull up, pop your trunk, or open your car door and receive your box of groceries with a free 12-15lbs Turkey.

Holiday Tree Lighting
2025-11-22 16:00 - 19:00 | Bradley Fair Shopping Center, 2132 North Rock Road, #102, Wichita, KS, 67206, United States
Join us for a joyful night of music, community, and holiday magic.

– Take a ride on the Bradley Fair Express – an electric train that will take your entire family on a journey through Bradley Fair from 4- 7 PM with ticket proceeds benefiting Ronald McDonald House Charities. $5/person ages 5+. Children under 5 ride free. Tickets can also be purchased on-site the day-of, but note no cash will be accepted. Digital card payment only. Nonrefundable.– Photos with Santa– Meet and greet with surprise holiday characters– Live entertainment on the Plaza by the Studio Singers– An appearance from the Metropolitan Ballet– The tree will be lit at 6 PM– Food and beverage samples– Hot cocoa+ more!

Illuminations
2025-11-22 17:30 - 22:00 | Botanica, 701 Amidon, Wichita, KS, 67203
From November 22 to January 3, step into a world of wonder every night as we transform Botanica into the brightest spot in Kansas. Recently voted one of the Top 10 Best Light Shows in the country, Illuminations is THE ultimate holiday experience for making memories and starting new traditions with friends and family.

With over two million lights, this year’s event brings even more magic! Wander through our NEW one-of-a-kind vibrant butterfly installation located in the Butterfly House, explore our enchanted 62-foot Christmas tree that dances to holiday tunes, the holiday train express, and our very own land of miniatures full of holiday flare, and take in light displays around every corner.

You won’t want to miss a single second of this spectacular holiday show! Enjoy all your favorite displays and see something new!! Groove by the Funky Tree, lose yourself in the Meadow Show, and find countless other hidden gems throughout the gardens.

Before the night ends, hop on the Khicha Family Carousel for a classic ride, swing by to see Santa and drop off your letter, and pick up special edition Illuminations apparel! Santa will be at Illuminations through December 23.

Visit on a weekend for a spirited experience! For a calmer vibe, weeknights are a great option.

Special edition Illuminations apparel will be for sale at our pop-up gift shops and online.

Get your tickets today to Wichita’s Premier Light Display: https://botanica.org/illuminations/

ARISE IN CONCERT
2025-11-23 17:30 - 20:00 | MO
ARISE ENSEMBLE IN CONCERT. PURCHASE A TICKET TO THE 2026 DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING HEROES/SHEROES AWARDS BREAKFAST WHICH WILL BE HELD JANUARY 19, 2026 FOR $40 AND YOUR TICKET TO THIS CONCERT IS FREE CONTACT 316-258-2749 FOR MORE INFORMATION
