Photo: Courtesy Goode Water Ski National Championships and Visit Wichita
Got plans for the weekend? We have a lot of cool things for you to check out downtown, and all around Wichita. Visit Wichita has us covered with things to do this weekend in Wichita. Get out and enjoy the final weekend before back-to-school!
2018 GOODE WATER SKI NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
AUG. 7-11, 2018
Time: Competition begins daily at 8 a.m. Admission: Free
Location: Mystic Lakes Ski Club, Maize, KS
Don’t miss world record-holding water skiers in Wichita’s backyard, competing at Mystic Lakes Ski Club in Maize. This event has never come to Wichita before and will show case professional skiers who excel in three categories: slalom, jumps and tricks. It’s free to the public and will mark the first time in history the state of Kansas has hosted the Water Ski National Championships.
MUSIC THEATRE WICHITA’S “DISNEY’S: THE LITTLE MERMAID”
AUG. 8-18, 2018
Time: Wednesday & Thursday 7:30 p.m.; Friday & Saturday 8 p.m.; Sunday 2 & 7 p.m.
Admission: $34-$69
Location: Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center, 225 W. Douglas Ave. Wichita, KS 67202 https://bit.ly/2Lt0Xk5
This family-friendly event brings the Disney classic tale to life right on the Music Theatre Wichita stage. When Ariel longs to be part of the humans’ world, she is granted the chance to do so for three days, but she must give up a part of herself to live out her dream. Children 3+ can enjoy a special matinee show Sunday. THE
TEMPTATIONS & THE FOUR TOPS
AUG. 12, 2018
Time: 7 p.m. Admission: $49-$99
Location: Hartman Arena L.L.C., 8151 N. Hartman Arena Drive, Park City, 67147
Motown legends The Temptations and The Four Tops bring their classic Detroit sounds to Hartman Arena. Known for their hits, “My Girl,” “Ain’t Too Proud to Beg” and “Papa Was a Rolling Stone,” The Temptations bring a soulful performance. The Four Tops join them with popular oldies songs like, “I Can’t Help Myself,” “Bernadette,” and “Baby I Need Your Loving.”
LAST CHANCE: 84TH NBC WORLD SERIES
THROUGH AUG. 11, 2018
Time: Times vary Admission: $10
Location: Lawrence-Dumont Stadium, 300 S. Sycamore, Wichita, KS 67213
Don’t miss your last chance to see tomorrow’s stars today at the 84th NBC World Series at Lawrence-Dumont Stadium. Collegiate and amateur baseball stars get their start at this tournament. From the experience at the ballpark to close-up encounters with future stars, this is fun for the whole family. Come celebrate with the Boys of Summer through Aug. 11.