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It's about time for the weekend. It's also getting closer to Halloween. Visit Wichita has a list of things to check out this weekend. Stay safe, and get out and enjoy our city!
HARRY SQUATTER AND THE TERRIBLE, HORRIBLE, NO GOOD, VERY BAD DAY
OCT. 10-12, 2019
Time: 6:15 p.m. Admission: Premium Seats $24-$34; Standard Seating $30
Location: Mosley Street Melodrama, 234 N. Mosley St., Wichita, KS 67202
After years of magical mayhem, defeating darkness and taking a Xanax and a shower, Harry Squatter and his friends face their most daunting challenge ever: college. But life isn’t all Butterbeer and chocolate frogs for these heroes. Loyalties will be tested, spells will be conjured and laughter will ensue during this hilarious production at Wichita’s only live audience-participation theatre. Following intermission enjoy a comedy revue.
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HOCUS POCUS
OCT. 11-13, 2019
Time: 8-10 p.m. Admission: $20-$30
Location: Roxy’s Downtown, 412 ½ E. Douglas Ave., Wichita, KS 67202
This unauthorized musical parody of the cult classic Walt Disney Pictures film of the same name features the antics of three sisters who are resurrected in Salem, MA, after three centuries on Halloween night It’s up to two teenagers, a young girl and an immortal cat named Binx to put the witches’ reign of terror to an end. This show is rated PG. Season tickets can be purchased for $200.
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ICT NATIVE GALA
OCT. 12, 2019
Time: 7 p.m. Admission: $55-$75
Location: Crown Upton Theatre, 3207 E. Douglas Avenue, Wichita, KS 67218
The 2019 ICT Native Gala will feature a silent auction along with a vacation raffle. Guests will be able to bid on premier Native art & jewelry items along with amazing vacation packages. The gala celebrates local Native American culture while raising funds for Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) educational efforts in Wichita, Kansas along with support to the food bank located at St. Joseph Apache Mission.
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CHAD PRATHER STAR SPANGLED BANTER COMEDY TOUR
OCT. 12, 2019
Time: 8 p.m. Admission: $29-$49
Location: Orpheum Theatre, 200 N Broadway, Wichita, KS 67202
As an observer of life, pointing out the humor in modern culture, Chad Prather has built a loyal following, sold out theaters with his one-man shows and has been featured on Fox News and CNN, among other major national outlets.
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BOOTANICA 2019
OCT. 12, 2019
Time: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission: Non-members $10; Members $7
Location: Botanica Wichita, 701 N. Amidon, Wichita, KS 67203
It’s almost Halloween! Explore the more than 30 themed gardens as Botanica Wichita is transformed into a spooky celebration with activities for children of all ages. Visit this local attraction for a day filled with fun and unique experiences – and don’t forget to wear your costume!