The format hasn’t changed much this year, the festival Kicks off Friday night with the Sundown Parade and ends 9 days later with a big bang fireworks exhibition. In between, there’s the food court daily, the Wee carnival (tickets extra) and tKids corner with great activities for children, all included with your button. The concerts remain the big nightly draw, but a big difference is Sun., June 1 there isn’t a closing night concert, instead it’s family movie night. In fact all day Sunday is Family Day, see more below. For a complete lineup of activities, check the guide included with your button, or you can find it all online at wichitariverfest.com . As always, we’ve gone over the schedule and here are our picks.
Widely known and celebrated for his massive cross-over hit “Never Would Have Made It,” Marvin Sapp is a multiple-award winning Gospel artist and one of the most beloved voices in this vital genre. 8:30 -10:30 p.m. Allen Stone, a soul/R&B luminary, has enraptured global audiences with his electrifying performances and soulful melodies, embodying the essence of classic soul legends. His genre-defying style, blending funk, gospel, folk-rock, and soul, has garnered critical acclaim and a devoted following. Stone’s journey to musical stardom commenced in Chewelah, Washington, where his upbringing immersed him in gospel music as a pastor’s son.
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Every Day Activities
Bring the family and enjoy inflatables, bubble shows, balloon twisting, princesses, art, music and great outdoor family fun! All free with a Riverfest button, and no button is required for children 5 and under. Kid’s Corner is located by the South Gate entrance, behind the old library. Weekdays 5-10 p.m. Weekends 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. Fri June 6 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. This is the paid version of games and rides for children. It requires a button to enter the area, but ride tickets are extra. Saturdays and Sundays 2-10 pm. Weekdays 6-10 p.m. Fri., June 6, 2-10 p.m. Weekday 6-8:30 p.m. Fridays 5-8 p.m. Weekends 3:30 – 8 p.m. Fri., May 30, 6:30 – 8 p.m. Grab front row seating to watch entrants strut their creative stuff with floats, bands, flags, performers, and all your favorite parade traditions. Sat., May 31, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sun., Jun 1, | 1 – 4 p.m. This year there are three fireworks displays. Don’t miss the Textron Aviation Opening Night Fireworks, Fidelity Bank Fireworks on Wednesday, and Capitol Federal Fireworks Finale!on is still open. Fri., May 31, 10:45 p.m. Wed., Jun 4, 10:15 -10:30 p.m.Concerts
Flo Rida is one of today’s most vibrant and recognizable superstars, a true international icon and history-making hip-hop hero. Since bursting out of the gate over a decade ago with the RIAA 7x platinum certified hit, “Low (Feat. T-Pain).” More than 30 years after being introduced to Gospel music fans as a member of the legendary group Commissioned, Marvin Sapp is still making chart-topping, relevant hits that are a part of every Gospel music lover’s playlist.Widely known and celebrated for his massive cross-over hit “Never Would Have Made It,” Marvin Sapp is a multiple-award winning Gospel artist and one of the most beloved voices in this vital genre. 8:30 -10:30 p.m. Allen Stone, a soul/R&B luminary, has enraptured global audiences with his electrifying performances and soulful melodies, embodying the essence of classic soul legends. His genre-defying style, blending funk, gospel, folk-rock, and soul, has garnered critical acclaim and a devoted following. Stone’s journey to musical stardom commenced in Chewelah, Washington, where his upbringing immersed him in gospel music as a pastor’s son.
