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August 20th, 2026
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August 2026
Event page for Wichita Forever Fest on Visit Wichita’s official event calendar. Visit Wichita is an official sponsor of Wichita Forever Fest.
August 15th, 2026
Emmett Joseph and Jennie Steinacher of Wichita Forever Fest sit down with Kansas Public Radio to discuss the many genres of WFF and where they plan to check out local music on August 22nd.
August 14th, 2026
Bri McBride and the McBand took the Good Morning KAKEland stage with a live performance celebrating Wichita Forever Fest and their R&B sound.
August 13th, 2026
Patrick Heath and Jennie Steinacher of Wichita Forever Fest sit down with Radio Kansas to discuss the festival and how it all came together.
August 12th, 2026
Wichita Blogger Circular Reference ICT sits down with Andrew Merkel, lead designer for Wichita Forever Fest, to discuss the festival and it has have evolved.
August 7th, 2026
Local band Yae took the Good Morning KAKEland stage with a live performance celebrating Wichita Forever Fest and their Math Rock sound.
July 31st, 2026
Keo & Them took the Good Morning KAKEland stage with a live performance celebrating Wichita Forever Fest and their signature mix of hip-hop, R&B, and funk.
July 30th, 2026
Drummer, Avery Jones and singer, Calvin Tucker share about their band, it's origins, and their upcoming performance for Wichita Forever Festival.
July 17th, 2026
Ferris Wheel Regulars performed live on Good Morning KAKEland to help promote Wichita Forever Fest, showcasing their energetic blend of indie rock and infectious melodies.
July 17th, 2026
Morning television interview featuring Zo, Keo, and Patrick discussing the event’s origins, community impact, and what
July 2026
KMUW Community Calendar listing promoting the festival’s lineup and venues while sharing details for attendees interested in experiencing Wichita’s local music scene.
July 2026
Community event listing promoting the festival’s lineup, venues, and mission while sharing details for attendees interested in experiencing Wichita’s local music scene.
July 8th, 2026
Co-directors Patrick Heath and Keo Fletcher join Eddy and DJ Carbon to discuss the origins of Wichita Forever Festival, the free all-day format, 100 bands, multiple venues, and what attendees can expect August 22.
June 30th, 2026
Event preview highlighting the festival’s free admission, citywide format, local artists, and mission to support musicians through community fundraising.
June 20th, 2026
Local journalist Taylor Waller sits down with festival organizers Patrick and Keo to discuss Wichita Forever Festival, its grassroots structure, accessibility, community impact, and the shared goal of creating inclusive local events.
June 17th, 2026
KAKE News featured Wichita Forever Festival in our first television segment, introducing viewers to the inaugural free citywide music festival.
May 28th, 2026
Wichita Blogger Circular Reference ICT discusses the DIY roots of Wichita Forever Festival, the organizers’ goals, and the mission to create a lasting celebration of Wichita’s independent music scene.
May 16th, 2026
Regional coverage introducing Wichita Forever Festival to south-central Kansas readers, highlighting the festival’s local focus, free admission, and celebration of Wichita musicians and venues.
May 15th, 2026
Coverage of the festival announcement, including details about the 100+ local performers, 250+ artist submissions, and the grassroots effort behind creating a free citywide music festival.
May 13th, 2026
Early announcement of Wichita Forever Festival, introducing the “100 Bands. 10 Venues. 1 Night.” concept and highlighting the community-driven vision behind the inaugural event.
July 2nd, 2026
Wichita Forever Fest, the free celebration of local music, art, and community, has announced its full artist lineup and presenting sponsor ahead of the inaugural festival on Saturday, August 22.
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