Photo: Courtesy The Arc's Lights and Visit Wichita
A lot of us are going to have a long weekend with Thanksgiving happening this week. There will be lots of friends and families making their way to Doo-Dah. There's a lot of good excuses to get out of the house and walk that turkey off. Visit Wichita has helped me put together a list of things to do around Wichita the rest of this week and weekend. Stay safe and enjoy that turkey!
THE ARC'S LIGHTS
NOV. 23-DEC. 28, 2017
Time: Times vary Admission: $10 per carload on Fridays & Saturdays (Donations accepted every night)
Location: : Douglas at St. Paul
Experience more than a million lights at The Arc's Lights. This wonderful display of lights and decorations takes from place from Thanksgiving night through December 28th. It's a benefit for the Arc of Sedgwick County.
CHRISTMAS LIGHT DISPLAYS
NOV. 23-DEC. 31, 2017
Time: Times vary Admission: Free
Location: : Locations vary
The holiday season is upon us! Stop by any of the community Christmas light displays beginning on Thanksgiving Day and lasting through the end of the year. Check out The Marshall Family Christmas Lights, Lights on Longview, 9th Street Lights, Lights on the River, Lights on Gold Street, Lights on Texas and many, many more for free as you drive through Wichita. For a birds eye view of the Christmas cheer, opt for a DWTA Helicopters Holiday Lights Tour starting at $250.
ILLUMINATIONS
NOV. 24-DEC. 31, 2017
Time: 5:30-8:30 p.m. Admission: $7 Members; $10 Non-Members
Location: Botanica Wichita, 701 N. Amidon, Wichita, KS 67203
Enter a true winter wonderland with more than 1 million dazzling lights strung about trees and plant life in more than 30 gardens at Botanica Wichita. This family tradition will leave you mesmerized as you discover giant bugs, fish and flowers adorned with a rainbow of color, or find yourself walking down Candy Cane Lane. Don’t miss the choreographed show with more than 50,000 lights set to Christmas music. Kids can also meet Santa.
WILLIE NELSON & FAMILY
NOV. 24, 2017
Time: 7 p.m. Admission: $45-$150
Location: Hartman Arena, L.L.C., 8151 N. Hartman Arena Drive, Park City, KS 67147
The king of country music is bringing some friends to Hartman Arena for an after-Thanksgiving show. Willie Nelson has been in the spotlight for more than 60 years, putting out more than 200 albums and racking up many prestigious awards. The legend will be performing with Lee Ann Womack and Kansas-native Logan Mize.
WINTER ART MANIA
NOV. 24-25, 2017
Time: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission: Free
Location: Wichita Art Museum, 1400 W. Museum Blvd, Wichita, KS 67203
Bring friends and family Wichita Art Museum following your day of turkey and pumpkin pie. These two action-packed days of free admission will include family–friendly movies, exciting artmaking, gallery explorations, and more fun and surprises.
CT150: CHRISTMAS ON THE PRAIRIE
NOV. 25-DEC. 23, 2017
Time: 6:30 p.m. Admission: Adults $35; Children $10
Location: Prairie Rose Chuckwagon Supper, 15231 SW Parallel St., Benton, KS 67017
Celebrate Christmas and the 150th anniversary of the Chisholm Trail at Prairie Rose Chuckwagon Supper each weekend through Dec. 23. Enjoy a dinner and performance with cowboy Christmas music and old favorites. Take the family on a horse-drawn wagon ride around the property and cozy up next to the fireplace in the Opera House.
WICHITA THUNDER VERSUS QUAD CITY MALLARDS (MARVEL SUPERHERO NIGHT)
NOV. 25, 2017
Time: 7:05 p.m. Admission: $9-$34
Location: INTRUST Bank Arena, 500 E. Waterman, Wichita, KS 67202
Join the Wichita Thunder as they take on the Quad City Mallards for Marvel Super Hero Night at INTRUST Bank Arena. Bring the family and get the chance to take photos with special guest, Thor. CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS!
MICHAEL JACKSON TRIBUTE SHOW
NOV. 25, 2017
Time: 7 p.m. Admission: $20 advance; $25 day of show
Location: The Cotillion Ballroom, 11120 W. Kellogg, Wichita, KS 67209
Since the tragic death of Michael Jackson, Danny Dash Andrews has gained respect, captivating audiences and capturing imaginations with his outstanding Michael Jackson performances. Andrews has quickly became one of Americas top requested Michael Jackson impersonators. Recently Andrews has toured in Washington, Missouri, Oklahoma, Chicago, North Carolina, New York, California, and Texas. Andrews has touched the hearts of millions with his incomparable illusion of Michael Jackson. Andrews rendition of Michael Jackson is unbelievably electrify and phenomenally thrilling. Andrews Michael Jackson Live Tribute performance will keep you at the edge of your seat and will keep you wanting more. His incredible talent matched with his seemingly effortless moves which mirror those of the King of Pop will leave you with an amazing show like no other.
WICHITA THUNDER VERSUS KALAMAZOO WINGS
NOV. 25, 2017
Time: 4:05 p.m. Admission: $9-$34
Location: INTRUST Bank Arena, 500 E. Waterman, Wichita, KS 67202
End your Thanksgiving weekend at INTRUST Bank Arena for the Wichita Thunder hockey game versus Kalamazoo. CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS!
Go to Visit Wichita website for a complete list of Wichita events.