Show Features

Cooking Stage featuring Chef Mike Castaneda

Get ready for a culinary experience to remember! The Wichita Home Show is thrilled to welcome Chef Mike Castaneda to the cooking stage!

Chef Mike Castaneda is an award-winning chef named one of the Top Ten Cooks in America by Food Network. Known for his bold flavors and creative flair, Mike has cooked for stars like the Kansas City Chiefs, the Royals, and internationally touring artists including A Day to Remember and Lauren Daigle. His work has been featured by major brands like Traeger Grills, Anova Culinary, and Green Mountain Grills.

Come watch one of America’s best cooks in action as he hosts exciting cooking demos, sharing his tips and passion for food live at the show!

Presentation Times

To be announced soon!

The Market Place

Discover the All-New Market Place: Shop Local, Unique, & Handcrafted

Step beyond the building blueprints and immerse yourself in the all-new Market Place, a vibrant shopping destination located in the Convention Hall. This year, we’ve curated a special collection of Wichita’s finest local artisans, crafters, and boutique owners to bring you a shopping experience you won’t find anywhere else. Browse rows of one-of-a-kind home décor, handcrafted jewelry, gourmet foods, and custom artwork that add the perfect finishing touch to your home and lifestyle.

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, the Market Place is your secret weapon for finding a gift as unique as your loved one. Skip the generic big-box store chocolates and surprise them with a thoughtful, locally-made treasure. Whether you’re hunting for a rare vintage find, a delicious artisan treat, or a beautiful piece of wearable art, the Market Place offers a delightful “shop local” break during your day at the Home Show.

Daily Prize Giveaways

Sign up for your chance to win one of our daily prize giveaways, including…

• Mel Hambelton Ford – Free oil change, full tank of gas, or a complete vehicle detail!
• The Cornhole Cave – Two custom-crafted Cornhole Boards designed for quality, style, and endless fun!

Tanganyika Wildlife Park Animal Experience

2:30p – 4:30p in the Seminar Area of the Convention Hall

Ever dreamed of petting a sloth? Or maybe getting a selfie with a penguin? Now you can!

Join us for an unforgettable experience at Kids’ Day, on Sunday, where guests can enjoy opportunities to not only learn about the animals but also interact with them. This hands-on approach offers a rare chance to connect with some of nature’s most unique and often endangered species.

Bring your family and friends for a wildly different experience that promises to be both educational and fun!

Plus we’ll give away two single day passes to Tanganyika Wildlife Park for the 2026 season, which runs from March – mid-November.

Windy appearance

Come meet Windy, the Wichita Wind Surge mascot, on Sunday from 12p – 2p! Windy will pose for pictures and interact with fans! Plus, the Wind Surge will offer an Enter-to-Win a Suite for a Night prize package giveaway! This prize package allows up to 25 guests to watch a game from an air-conditioned suite – a prize value of $2,250!

Face Painting

Let your kids’ imaginations run wild with creative face painting designs!

Balloon Animals

Troubles the Clown will be on-site to twist and turn balloons into amazing shapes at the following times…

• Saturday 11a – 2p
• Sunday (Kids Day) 11a – 5p

iPad Giveaway

Sign up for a chance to win an Apple iPad (10th Generation)! Participants must be 17 and under.

Landscaping Feature

Showgoers will walk through a beautifully landscaped pathway in the connecting lobby between the Expo Hall and Convention Hall, courtesy of our friends at Professional Landscaping Services!

This gateway connects the main exhibitor hall and the new Market Place exhibitors!