Naftzger Park

01/20/2025

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Park & Rec Admin Offices and Rec Centers will be closed on Monday, January 15.

However, you can still enjoy:
🎾Ralph Wulz Riverside Tennis Center
⛳Golf Wichita Courses
🌳 OJ Watson Park

Let’s honor Dr. King’s legacy together!

01/09/2025

Winter classes start soon, so check out the Evolve Activity Guide: an exciting variety of activities from CityArts, Wichita Park & Recreation, and the Wichita Public Library! From creative arts to fitness classes, outdoor adventures, and educational programs, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!

Why Check Out the Evolve Activity Guide?
✨ Discover new hobbies and skills
🎨 Find family-friendly activities and events
📚 Take classes for all ages and interests

Ready to dive in? Access the digital guide below and start planning your winter fun!

Paper copies are available at all City of Wichita facilities and select local businesses. Don’t miss your chance to explore a new passion or pick up a new hobby this winter!

Join us in making this season the best yet—there’s something for everyone! View the Evolve Guide at wichita.gov/guide today!

12/31/2024

🎉 Say goodbye to 2024 and hello to 2025 with us! 🎉 Here's the scoop on our New Year schedule:
✨ Dec. 31
🕛 OJ Watson Park: Closing early at 12 PM
🎾 Riverside Tennis Center: Closing early at 4 PM
✨ Jan. 1
❌ Closed for the holiday: Park Administrative Offices, Recreation Centers, OJ Watson Park, Riverside Tennis Center, and Wichita Public Golf Courses

Have a safe and festive New Year! 🥳 See you in 2025! 🎆

12/13/2024

🌟✨ Join Us Tonight for Winter Wonderland! Step into the magic of the holiday season at Naftzger Park tonight, Friday, December 13, from 6-8pm, for an unforgettable evening of festive cheer!

🎄 Here’s what’s waiting for you:
🔥 Roast s’mores by cozy fire pits
🎅 Meet Santa & Mrs. Claus (and beware of the mischievous Grinch!)
🎶 Enjoy live holiday music
📸 Snap picture-perfect memories at festive photo stations
✉️ Write letters to Santa and receive a reply before Christmas
🍪 Savor sweet treats like cookies, candy canes, and hot cocoa

✨ Don’t miss the magical moment at 6pm sharp! Two children from the Miracle League of Wichita will flip the switch to light the holiday tree, filling the park with dazzling lights and holiday joy!

🎁 Admission is FREE, and everyone is welcome. A big thank you to our sponsor, Wichita Federal Credit Union, for helping us spread holiday cheer to our community! 🌟 See you tonight for a Winter Wonderland you won’t forget! 🎅🎄

12/10/2024

🎄✨Just 3 days until Winter Wonderland! ✨🎄Mark your calendars and get ready to step into the magic of the holiday season at Naftzger Park this Friday, Dec. 13, from 6-8 PM!

Here’s what’s waiting for you:
🔥 Roast s’mores by crackling fire pits
🎅 Visit Santa & Mrs. Claus and write letters straight to the North Pole
🎶 Live performances by The Studio Singers, Zandra Adkins, Kierra McGuire, Flint Hills Fairies, and GRIT Dance Company
📸 Festive photo stations to capture unforgettable memories
🎄 Tree lighting at 6 PM with two Miracle League kids kicking off the night
Enjoy holiday treats like cookies, candy canes, and hot cocoa as timeless holiday melodies fill the air. And keep an eye out for the Grinch – he might just add a little playful mischief to your night!

🎁 Best of all – it’s FREE! Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for an evening of holiday magic and cheer. Special thanks to Wichita Federal Credit Union, our event sponsor, for making this night extra special for our community. We can’t wait to celebrate with you at Winter Wonderland! ❄️

11/24/2024

Due to an unscheduled downtown area COX outage, the Football In The Park event scheduled today at Naftzger Park has been canceled 😞Festive ICT

11/18/2024

We need 6 food truck vendors! See below for details.

Get ready to celebrate March Madness like never before! Join us at Naftzger Park for the NCAA Fan Fest from March 20-22, 2025, as Wichita becomes the ultimate hub for college basketball excitement during round 2 of the NCAA tournament. While the NCAA Men's College Basketball Tournament takes over Intrust Bank Arena, we’re transforming Naftzger Park into a lively fan zone where every college team's supporters can gather, cheer, and enjoy a variety of activities throughout the day.

Highlights Include:

🎼Live entertainment and games
😍Interactive fan experiences
🏀Activities for kids and families
🍔A variety of food trucks offering delicious bites
🍺A booze truck for those 21+ to enjoy their favorite beverages

We’re calling all food truck vendors to help us make this an unforgettable experience for both visiting fans and locals. This is a great opportunity to showcase your menu and serve a crowd of enthusiastic basketball fans. Let’s create an amazing atmosphere and make this the best NCAA tournament celebration in Wichita!

Want to join us as a food truck vendor? Register to be part of the NCAA Fan Fest and help us bring the party to Naftzger Park.

Register at www.naftzgerpark.com today!

Wichita Food Trucks City of Wichita- Government

11/13/2024

The wait is over—our Winter Evolve Activity Guide is now available!
This season's guide brings together an exciting variety of activities from CityArts, Wichita Park & Recreation, and the Wichita Public Library to help you find new ways to learn, play, and connect. From creative arts to fitness classes, outdoor adventures, and educational programs, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!

Why Check Out the Evolve Activity Guide?
✨ Discover new hobbies and skills
🎨 Find family-friendly activities and events
📚 Take classes for all ages and interests

Ready to dive in? Access the digital guide below and start planning your winter fun!

Paper copies will also be available at all City of Wichita facilities and select local businesses starting the week of December 3. Don’t miss your chance to explore a new passion or pick up a new hobby this winter!

Join us in making this season the best yet—there’s something for everyone!

11/06/2024

***THE WATCH PARTY FOR TODAY HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE TO AN UNSCHEDULED DOWNTOWN AREA COX OUTAGE***

🏈 Get ready to cheer at *Football in the Park*! 🏈 We’re going ALL OUT with three back-to-back-to-BACK watch parties at Naftzger Park presented by Festive ICT 🎉

Join us for the last three Sundays in November, where you can catch the big games with family and friends in the heart of the city. Bring your lawn chairs, enjoy tasty bites from local vendors, and soak up the game day vibes—all for FREE!

📅 Game Day Lineup:
🔹 Nov 10 | 11 AM
🔹 Nov 17 | 2 PM
🔹 Nov 24 | 11 AM

See you there for a like no other! 🙌🏽🍔🌞
Wichita Park & Recreation

10/25/2024

Thank you for joining us at Open Streets ICT! 🙌 We hope you had as much fun as we did. Now we want to hear from YOU! Tell us how we did by taking this short survey. Your feedback helps us make next year even better! ⬇️
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/OSICT24

10/21/2024

The Final Storytime in the Park for 2024 will be Tuesday October 22nd at 10am at Naftzger Park! Come for the story and stay for the activity. Wichita Park & Rec is teaming up with our pals at Storytime Village to bring you this super-duper fun and FREE event! Wear your costumes and stay for the dance party!!!! You might want to bring your trick or treat bag as well. 🎃👻🕺🏾🪩

Wichita Park & Recreation
City of Wichita- Government
Wichita District 1
Storytime Village

10/18/2024

Big thank you to Wichita Park & Recreation for hosting another amazing Open Streets ICT! 🙌 Seven years of success, and it just keeps getting better. The hard work and dedication of the Park & Rec professionals make this event such a special experience for our community! Here's to many more years of activating our streets! 🧡

10/13/2024

Come out to the park today for ICT Open Streets and enjoy food, games, vendors and fitness on the stage.

10/13/2024

Stop by Naftzger Park during Open Streets ICT on Sunday to experience the Visit Wichita sock skating rink. The 2025 Prevagen US Figure Skating Championships will be right here in Wichita at INTRUST Bank Arena January 20-26. Come see the nation’s best figure skaters compete just one year ahead of the 2026 Olympics in Milan. There will be some figure skating giveaways as well so be sure to stop by!

Wichita Park & Recreation
City of Wichita- Government
Wichita District 1
Visit Wichita