Botanica After Dark
A Little Breeze, A Lot of Vibe
Hours: 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM | Music starts at 8:00 PM
Admission: $15 non-members | $12 members I Must be 21
The Red Gate Lounge
Step into the Red Gate Lounge, an elegant outdoor music series designed for guests seeking an elevated evening experience. Nestled in the tranquil beauty of the Chinese Garden, this intimate venue blends sophisticated ambiance with unforgettable sound to create a cocktail lounge experience unlike anything else in Wichita. Enjoy a curated blend of live music, handcrafted cocktails, gourmet light bites, and the natural beauty of one of Botanica’s most picturesque garden spaces.
September 17, 2026
Music: Tim Snider + Friends
After years of making music and building community in Wichita, Tim Snider is getting ready to turn the page. His passion for music has led to three albums, two EPs, and a career defined by constant exploration and a desire to push musical boundaries. Before he heads west to begin his next chapter on the West Coast, Tim will take the stage one more time in Wichita for a special farewell concert celebrating the music, people, and collaborations that have shaped his journey.
Come hear Tim one last time in Wichita before he heads west, surrounded by the musicians and friends who have been part of his story.
September 24, 2026
Music: Big Luke & The Soul Disciples
Big Luke & The Soul Disciples bring the heat from Kansas City! Blending Blues, Soul, Funk, Motown, Jazz, and Country with their signature blues-driven sound, this powerhouse band delivers high-energy performances that get audiences moving, singing, and feeling every note.
With 40+ years of combined musical experience, the band has earned national recognition as back-to-back Kansas City Blues Society “Road to Memphis” Blues Challenge Champions (2023 & 2024) and two-time International Blues Challenge Semi-Finalists in Memphis. In 2026, they were also named a Kansas City People’s Choice Awards Finalist for Best Live Band.
From the first note to the final encore, Big Luke & The Soul Disciples bring the soul, the energy, and the real-deal Kansas City sound.
“Playing music from the HEART that you can feel in your SOUL.”
October 1, 2026
Lisa Hittle and the Jazz Plus Quartet
Lisa Hittle has been a constant presence on the Wichita jazz scene for over forty years.
As Director of Jazz Programs at Friends University for 30 years, she taught and mentored hundreds of students, many of whom are still performing in jazz venues locally and around the world. Currently Lisa plays at Larkspur, Ya Ya’s Euro Bistro and Grace Hill Winery on a regular basis. Her quartet features Jonah Schloneger, keyboard, Chris Shaw, bass and Kevin Rutschman, drums. They specialize in playing jazz standards from the 1950’s and 60’s, with tunes encompassing Latin jazz, ballads and swing tunes from the Great American Songbook.
