# Annual Parades in Wichita 2026 | Your Guide to Major Parades In Wichita | AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Experience the vibrant spirit of Wichita with captivating Annual Parades that showcase the city's diversity, creativity, and cultural heritage. Discover best of annual parades 2026 happning near you in Wichita.
- **Category**: Parades
- **Type**: other

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Are you looking for something fun to do in Wichita? Look no further than the annual parades and festivals! Whether you're a local or just visiting, these events are a great way to experience the culture and community of Wichita. So mark your calendars and get ready to celebrate!

## Parades Events in Wichita

- **Event Name**: Shocktoberfest 2026
  - **Description**: Wichita State’s signature fall tradition brings together students, families, faculty, staff and alumni for a week centered around Shocker spirit and campus pride.

Events will include:
Shocktoberfest Bonfire | Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026
Brew Market | Satur
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  - **Date**: Wed Sep 30 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Oct 03 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wichita/shocktoberfest-2026/200030588471044
  - **Venue**: Wichita State University
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- **Event Name**: DSSW Parade of Stars Impact Weekend 2026
  - **Description**: We've Reimagined the Parade of Stars to become Parade of Stars Impact Weekend, happening Oct. 2-4th!
Friday,  October 2nd - Party at the Park - FREE 
Naftzger Park - 601 E. Douglas Ave., Wichita, KS
5:30-6:30pm - Happy Hour with a live DJ, casual networki
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  - **Date**: Fri Oct 02 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sun Oct 04 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wichita/dssw-parade-of-stars-impact-weekend-2026/200030270010131
  - **Venue**: Witchita, Kansas
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- **Event Name**: 2026 Wichita Toy Run
  - **Description**: IT’S THAT TIME OF YEAR !!!
SEE YOU ALL ON NOV 1st. 
#WichitaToyRun2026 #ToyRunintheICT
  - **Date**: Sun Nov 01 2026 at 09:00 am (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wichita/2026-wichita-toy-run/200030637395348
  - **Venue**: Downtown Wichita
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- **Event Name**: Warhammer 40K Hoby Escalation League
  - **Description**: Warhammer 11th Edition Hobby Escalation League at Wizard’s Alley
July 8th through October 28th
Sixteen weeks of painting, progress, and community fun as we celebrate the launch of Warhammer 40K 11th Edition at Wizard’s Alley. This league invites hobbyists
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  - **Date**: Wed Sep 16 2026 (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wichita/warhammer-40k-hoby-escalation-league/200030667059819
  - **Venue**: 114 N. Saint Francis Suite 200, Wichita, KS, United States, Kansas 67202
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## Trending Events in Wichita

- **Event Name**: Wichita Whimsical Scavenger Hunt for Couples Date Night!
  - **Description**: CITY LOVE SCAVENGER HUNT Date For Couples (Self-Guided) Enjoy your city scavenger hunt with fun digital activities along the way!About this Eventhttps://youtu.be/-2gjHn9I0_cCITY LOVE SCAVENGER HUNT FOR COUPLES
  - **Venue**: **Recommended scavenger starting point or other city spot of your choice! (YOU MUST USE PDF TICKETS EMAILED FOR EVENT- NO MOBILE APP OR QR CODES ACCEPTED)
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- **Event Name**: Billy Idol at Orpheum Theatre - Wichita
  - **Venue**: Orpheum Theatre - Wichita
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- **Event Name**: Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey presents The Greatest Show On Earth
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: INTRUST Bank Arena
🏠 Address: 500 E. Waterman, Wichita, KS 67202
🌆 City: Wichita
📍 Location: 37.6834, -97.3318🎉 Welcome to Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey presents The Greatest Show On Earth, where the impossible becomes
  - **Venue**: INTRUST Bank Arena
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- **Event Name**: Somewhere Fest: Bailey Zimmerman  DJ Diesel  Ian Munsick & Two Friends - 2 Day Pass
  - **Venue**: Elsewhere Fest
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- **Event Name**: Ringling Bros B&B Circus at Intrust Bank Arena
  - **Venue**: Intrust Bank Arena
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- **Event Name**: 2026 Drone Light Festival | Exploration Place | Wichita, KS
  - **Description**: 🌟 Drone Light Festival is back! 🌟 Join us for an evening under the stars as 500 synchronized drones light up the sky above the iconic Keeper of the Plains. Arrive early to enjoy the festival atmosphere with food trucks, live entertainment, laser light sho
  - **Venue**: 300 N McLean Blvd, Wichita, KS, United States, Kansas 67203
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- **Event Name**: Lady A at Orpheum Theatre - Wichita
  - **Venue**: Orpheum Theatre - Wichita
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- **Event Name**: 26th Annual Fall Great Plains Renaissance Festival
  - **Description**: Come one, come all as we celebrate the return of the renaissance in Wichita at the 26th Annual Fall Great Plains Renaissance and Scottish Festival! Wichita's long standing spring tradition returns September 26th and 27th, 2026 with jests and jousts, aeria
  - **Venue**: 6501 W 21st St N, Wichita, KS, United States, Kansas 67205
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- **Event Name**: Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey
  - **Description**: The Circus is here! The Greatest Show On Earth from Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey is the party you won’t want to miss! With jaw-dropping acts, joy-sparking moments, and edge-of-your-seat thrills, it’s full of memory-making WOWs you’ll be talking
  - **Venue**: 500 E. Waterman, Wichita, KS, United States, Kansas 67202
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Parades events in Wichita?
  - **A:** Shocktoberfest 2026 (Wed Sep 30 2026 at 10:00 am at Wichita State University), DSSW Parade of Stars Impact Weekend 2026 (Fri Oct 02 2026 at 07:00 pm at Witchita, Kansas), 2026 Wichita Toy Run (Sun Nov 01 2026 at 09:00 am at Downtown Wichita), Warhammer 40K Hoby Escalation League (Wed Sep 16 2026 at 114 N. Saint Francis Suite 200, Wichita, KS, United States, Kansas 67202).
- **Q**: What Parades events are happening in Wichita in September 2026?
  - **A:** Shocktoberfest 2026 (Wed Sep 30 2026 at 10:00 am at Wichita State University), Warhammer 40K Hoby Escalation League (Wed Sep 16 2026 at 114 N. Saint Francis Suite 200, Wichita, KS, United States, Kansas 67202).
- **Q**: How can I find Parades events in Wichita?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Parades events in Wichita on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Parades events in Wichita?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Parades events in Wichita?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Parades events in Wichita include Wichita State University, Witchita, Kansas, Downtown Wichita.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Parades events in Wichita?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Parades events in Wichita include WSU Foundation and Alumni Engagement, Down Syndrome Society of Wichita, Wichita Toy Run Association.
- **Q**: Are there any online Parades events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Parades events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Parades events in Wichita?
  - **A:** Follow the Parades category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Parades events are listed in Wichita.

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