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Friday, November 28th, 2025
Good morning, Wichita. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents can plan a busy weekend in Wichita with events starting today as Bliss Climbing & Fitness celebrates its 10-Year Anniversary with $10 day passes and a Throwdown on Saturday at 6 p.m.—other events include Wild Lights at the zoo, an indoor farmers market, and holiday pop-up markets. The guide also lists local shopping and artisan gatherings to give families a variety of activities to choose from this weekend. Wichita By E.B.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lindsborg farmer Frank Reese runs Good Shepherd Conservatory where he raises heritage turkeys—six of the eight species recognized by the American Poultry Association—to preserve diverse, historic breeds that are a part of his family's long tradition. KSN
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ AAA projected that over 81 million people traveled more than 50 miles for Thanksgiving while Storm Team 12 warned that an incoming storm may bring winds over 50 mph—making roads especially risky for big trucks. Trooper Xavier Beran advised drivers to slow down and use defensive driving as the storm could make travel even more challenging this weekend. KWCH
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ICT Artisan Expo
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Wichita Sports Forum — $1.00 admission — Explore over 150 craft vendors and enjoy a family-friendly experience with food trucks and a Kid’s Zone.
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Turkey Trails 5k/10k
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Afton Lake — Registration fee applies — Enjoy a festive and family-friendly Thanksgiving-themed running event with great swag.
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Chair Yoga Class
1-2 p.m. — Maize Recreation Commission — $5 drop-in fee — Enhance strength and balance with our supportive Chair Yoga session.
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Jonas Brothers - JONAS20 Tour
7:30-9 p.m. — INTRUST Bank Arena — Ticket sales begin Oct. 2 — Celebrate the Jonas Brothers’ two-decade journey with classics and new tracks from their latest album.
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Christmas with The Rat Pack
7:30-9 p.m. — Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center — $ — Experience the glitz and glamour of 1960s Las Vegas with the iconic sounds of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis, Jr.
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Christmas Candlelight Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Friends University — Ticket pricing not provided — Celebrate the Christmas season with choirs and orchestras in a festive candlelight concert.
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Ugly Sweater 5K & Little Reindeer Run
8:30 AM - 2:30 PM — Sedgwick County Park — Registration fee required — Celebrate the holidays with a festive run featuring a 5K and a fun run for kids in your ugliest sweater.
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Metropolitan Ballet Presents The Nutcracker
2:00-3:30 p.m. — Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Christmas with local dancers in this enchanting holiday tradition.
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Chair Yoga at Maize Recreation Commission
1–2 p.m. — Maize Recreation Commission — $5 drop-in fee — Experience the benefits of Chair Yoga to improve strength, flexibility, and community well-being.
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Beginner Chair Yoga Class
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Club Hope Fitness — Free for cancer survivors, $10 drop-in — A supportive chair yoga class promoting strength, balance, and self-compassion.
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