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Events Schedule, Saturday, May 17

"Kansas Cup"
Riverfest Adult Ice Hockey Tournament

Via Christi Walkfest

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Central and North Riverside Parks
  • Sponsored by: Via Christi Wichita Health Network
  • Sponsored in part by: Preferred Health Systems, Kansas Health Foundation, Hall's Culligan Water
  • Brought to you by: B98
  • The 2.5 or 5-mile walk route starts at the Murdock Street bridge and ends near the Central & Nims Street bridge. All entrants receive a Walkfest T-shirt and Riverfest button for a $15 entry fee. Register at Preferred Medical Associates locations: Andover - 308 E. Central; Reflection Ridge, Wichita - 8444 W. 21st St.; Via Christi Flower and Gift Shops - St. Francis - 929 St. Francis, and St. Joseph - 3600 E. Harry; Via Christi Family Medicine Clinics: St. Francis - 707 N. Emporia, St. Joseph - 1121 S. Clifton. For more information on Via Christi Walkfest, go to getgreatcare.com. Event registration begins April 17.

Riverfest Photo Booth

Wichita River Festival Softball Tournament

Riverfest Flea Market

  • 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Location: Douglas and Main
  • Shop till you drop. Here you will find one-of-a-kinds, originals and items you didn't expect! Admission is free with a Riverfest button. Want a booth? Deadline is April 18. Go to wichitariverfestival.com to download an entry form March 10.

Friends of the Keeper Celebration

  • 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Sunday, May 18, Noon - 9:00 pm
  • Location: Mid-America All-Indian Center
  • Sponsored by: Friends of the Keeper, Inc.
  • Pow-wow, native dance contest, celebrities from ABC's General Hospital, arts/crafts/food vendors. For more information call 316-942-2755. Free with a Riverfest button.

SYNC on Tour

Kansas Lottery- Get Your Tickets & Win

Dodge Ball

  • 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Main Street between William and English
  • Brought to you by: Channel 963
  • Be part of the most exciting game at the Festival. A unique fast paced recreational activity for all ages. Six member teams participate in double elimination games set up by age group. $90 registration fee includes Riverfest buttons. Teams can go online at wichitariverfestival.com and print a registration form. Call 316-267-2817 for more information. Registration deadline May 1. Event registration begins April 7.

Air Capital Antique & Classic Boat Fest

  • 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • 5:00 - 8:00 on display at Exploration Place
  • Location: Big Arkansas River, North of Douglas Street Bridge
  • Sponsored by: Heartland Classics Chapter of the ACBS
  • Experience boating’s golden era. See vintage and antique boats from the early 1900’s to the earliest fiberglass hulls. Visit with owners about the history of boating and watch the boats cruising in the late afternoon on the Arkansas River.

got milk? Chief Health Officer Tour

  • 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sponsored by: Bordens/Meadow Gold
  • Location: Main Street south of Douglas
  • The 2008 got milk? Milk Mustache Tour will be visiting the festival to present the Chief Health Officer campaign to Wichita residents! Stop by for free milk samples, milk mustache photos or to MOM-inate your mom as the Chief Health Officer of your family. To learn more about the Chief Health Officer campaign, visit www.whymilk.com.

Cessna Kids’ Korner

Music by the River

  • 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Location: Tripodal Grass Area at Century II
  • Join friends and stay the day at the Festival. Enjoy select music from Wichita's great local musicians. Blues, jazz, rock and more!
  • See Concert Schedule

Riverfest Car Show

  • 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Douglas and McLean
  • Sponsored by: Jimmie’s Diner and Kings-X Restaurant
  • Brought to you by: Sports Radio 1410 KGSO
  • “Blast Back to the Past” as you stroll down memory lane enjoying customs to antiques. At 4:45 the Admiral will present the awards for “Jimmie’s Diner People's Choice” and the “Kings-X Classic”. Pick up your registration form at Jimmie's Diner, Kings-X Sweetbriar or Wichita Festivals, Inc. Entry fee is $20 and includes a Riverfest button. Event registration begins March 15.

Team Kansas Toyota
Food Court Stage at Century II

"Goldilocks & The Three Bears"
presented by Wichita Children's Theatre

Aeroflex Antique Bathtub Races

  • Noon - 2:00 pm
  • Location: Big Arkansas River, between Douglas and Lewis Streets
  • Assisted by: The Wichita Wagonmasters
  • Give the bathtubs a farewell send-off in their final year. Cheer on your favorite as they race down the Arkansas River for the very last time. Complete details for entering can be found at www.wichitariverfestival.com or by calling 316-267-2817. Registration deadline May 5. Event registration begins March 5.

Teen Scene "Rivalry at the River"

  • Noon - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Hyatt Lawn
  • Presented by: Moonwalks for Fun, Guitar City, Dick's Sporting Goods
  • Compete with other teens as you test your skills at the Sport Court. Test your muscles at the Tug-o-War or your brain at Quiz Corner. Music your thing? Dance to the sounds of Advance DJ Service or compete in Battle of the Bands. You must pre-register for the Battle of the Bands by printing an entry form, deadline April 30. Special thanks to USD 259. Event registration begins April 7.

Star Million Dollar Hole-In-One

Kansas Gas Service Paddle Boats

2008 Riverfest Basic Skills Competition

  • 3:00 - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Wichita Ice Center, 505 W. Maple St.
  • Sponsored by: Wichita Ice Center and Approved by U.S. Figure Skating
  • Come watch the figure skating stars of tomorrow. The event includes Compulsory, Free Skate, Synchronized Skating and Artistic. Competition is open to ages 3 to adult; beginning through advanced basic skills and free skate levels. Entry fee is $25.00 for first event and $10.00 per each additional event. Requirements and entry forms available at Wichita Ice Center, or on the website: www.wichitaicecenter.com, (316) 337-9199 x116. Admission is a Riverfest button. Event registration begins April 7.

Riverfest
Wakeboard Competition & Water Ski Show

  • 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: Arkansas River, between Douglas and Lewis Streets
  • Brought to you by: Sports Radio 1410 KGSO
  • Come see Wakeboarding on the river! Competitors rip it up beginning at 5:30 pm. Call 316-265-BOAT to enter or go to www.marineworld.com for details. The Wichita Water Ski Club invites you to watch skiers perform stunts and acrobatics like barefooting, pyramids and other "daring do." Come watch the fun!

Kansas Lottery/Cougar Custom Boats
2nd Chance Drawing

  • 6:00 pm
  • Location: Douglas Street Bridge
  • Presented by: Kansas Lottery, Cougar Custom Boats, Garmin™
  • Win one of two 2008 Cougar Custom Boats in the Kansas Lottery's Cougar and Cash instant ticket second chance drawing. Feel the anticipation on the bridge as the drawing takes place to see who will win the Kansas made Cougar Custom Boats with Garmin™ electronics.

Koch Industries Twilight Pops Concert

  • 8:30 pm
  • Location: Kennedy Plaza at Century II
  • Brought to you by: 97.1 BOB FM
  • (Rain location: Century II Exhibition Hall)
  • Featuring the Wichita Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Dr. Jay Decker. Richard Welsbacher will serve as Master of Ceremonies as the Wichita Symphony performs musical selections ranging from patriotic to Broadway. Special guests include the Heart of America Men’s Chorus. The Orchestra will again be joined by the Kansas Army National Guard and the city carillon for the grand finale of Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture. Bring your radio and tune to BOB FM (97.1FM) for the live simulcast of the concert and fireworks 7:30 - 10:30 pm. Program National Anthem, Key, arr. Smith; Let Freedom Ring, arr. Powers; Armed Forces Salute, arr. Lowden; Promenade, Anderson; Music from Lord of the Dance, Hardimon, arr. Moore; Selections from My Fair Lady, Loewe, arr. Bennett; Selections from Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Williams, arr. Whitney; Charleston, arr. Stephenson; Phantom of the Opera, Webber, arr. Custer; Bugler’s Holiday, Anderson; The Stars and Stripes Forever, Sousa; 1812 Overture, Tchaikovsky

Capitol Federal Fireworks

  • 9:45 pm - 10:30 pm
  • Location: West Bank of the Arkansas River
  • Brought to you by: 97.1 BOB FM
  • Join Capitol Federal in experiencing this dynamic pyrotechnic performance produced by Western Enterprises, Inc. Enjoy breathtaking colors and sounds like no other displayed on the banks of the river, choreographed to a unique musical arrangement. Capitol Federal - Building Friends Within the Community for over 110 Years. Bring your radio and tune to 97.1, BOB FM, for the live simulcast of the concert and fireworks, 8:30-10:30 pm
Riverfest Car Show

Riverfest Car Show

Dodge Ball

Dodge Ball

Water ski competition on the Arkansas River

Water ski competition on the Arkansas River

Aeroflex Antique Bathtub Races

Aeroflex Antique Bathtub Races

Capitol Federal Fireworks

Capitol Federal Fireworks