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Here's a guide to this year's event information.  Unless otherwise noted, the admission fee is your $3 Derby Days button for everyone 3 years of age or older.

DOWNLOAD FULL EVENT GUIDE HERE or see the schedule at the bottom of this page.

Parade:
The Derby Days Sundown Parade will kick off this year's event starting at 6:30 PM on Friday, June 17.  This long-standing tradition will feature a variety of participants including local churches, businesses, community groups and more.  It's free to participate - click here to view the Parade rules and to download the registration form.

Beach Blanket Theater:
New to Derby Days this year is the invitation to bring blankets, lawn chairs and pillows to settle in and watch a special outdoor screening of "George of the Jungle" starring Brendan Fraser.  The movie, which features the wild adventures of a boy who was raised by apes in the African jungle suddenly finds himself living in civilization.  The movie will start at approximately 9:00 PM and should conclude by 10:30 PM.

ShopFest:
The Derby Days ShopFest will be held on Saturday, June 18 in the Derby High School Commons.  The event will run from 10 AM to 4 PM and feature craft vendors selling a wide variety of unique arts and crafts products.  You'll also find many area businesses sharing information about their products and services, from insurance to chiropractic care and more.  Admission is free with your $3 Derby Days button.  Sponsored by Capitol Federal.

KidFest:
One of the most popular events at Derby Days, the KidFest has tons of activities and entertainment for kids from 10 am to 4 pm on Saturday, June 18.  New this year is a perfomance by Brandon Draper's Drum Safari, a high energy drum performance that involves the entire audience and introduces kidsto different African animals and drum rhythyms. Sponsored by Carson Bank.  Other Highlights include performances by popular children's entertainers like magician Chris Conner, Puddles the Clown and Derby's own Brent Dillenger aka "The Spinmaster."  Kids can make and take home a variety of craft projects, or have a free caricature drawn by caricature artist Jaki McElroy.  All activities are included with your purchase of a $3 Derby Days button.  Sponsored by Cox Communications.

DanceFest:
Be sure to make time to stop by the Derby Days DanceFest, going on from 10 AM to 12 PM inside the DHS Auditorium.  There's no admission fee, and you can see performances by dancers of all ages with RaeAnn's Fancy Footwork and The Movement Authority.  Tap, jazz and other dance styles will be on display as local students show off their dance skills.

Dodgeball Tournament:
The 4th Annual Derby Days Dodgeball Tournament will be Saturday, June 18 at Derby High School in the auxiliary gymnasium. The games begin at 10:00 at the gym and it is 6 vs.6 Double Elimination Tournament.  For more information, call Zak Windsor at Aviator Church, 316-613-9902. Registration Deadline is 4:00 P.M. June 17th.  Cost is $20.00 per team. Click here to register.

Golf Tournament:
Join us for the annual Derby Days Golf Tournament at Hidden Lakes Golf Course, just east of Derby at 63rd & Greenwich.  The tournament is a two-person scramble and tees off at 8:00 AM on Saturday, June 18.  Players of all levels are welcome.  Win prizes donated by local merchants or try your skills on one of the proximity marked holes.  Fee includes golf cart and driving range plus beverages and dinner.  Awards and dinner will follow the tournament.  Fee is $75.  Contact the DRC to register or download the application here.

Family Fun Walk:
Bring your family and some comfortable shoes and try this year's Family Fun Walk.  Go at your own pace to complete the course, and start any time between 8 AM and Noon.  Registration will be located on site at DHS.  Don't forget your button!

 


THURSDAY

Ottaway Carnival
South Grounds ---- open at 6 PM
 

FRIDAY

Ottaway Carnival and Food Court,
South Grounds ---- open at 6 PM
 
Derby Days Sundown Parade ---- 6:30 PM
 
Music by Closer Than Brothers,
Entertainment Stage ---- 7:30 PM
 
Derby Days Movie Night - "George of the Jungle"
Entertainment Stage ---- 9 PM
 

SATURDAY

Derby Days Golf Tournament ---- 8 AM
Hidden Lakes GC - Call DRC at 788-3781 to register
 
Family Fun Walk, starts at DHS Saturday ---- 8 AM
Walk anytime from 8 AM - Noon; call 304-4265 to register
 
Dodgeball Tournament Saturday ---- 9 AM
DHS Auxiliary Gym, call 613-9902 to register
 
Derby Garden Tour ---- 9 AM - 4 PM
 
Catch the Derby Dash at Derby Days!
Tours depart at 10 AM and 12:30 PM from the north lot
 
Derby Days Shop Fest, DHS Commons ---- 10 AM - 4 PM
Sponsored by Capitol Federal Savings - Derby
 

Derby Days KidFest, sponsored by Cox ---- 10 AM - 4 PM
 
On the Entertainment Stage
Brandon Draper's Drum Safari ---- 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
 
In the Entertainment Tent
Caricature drawings by Jaki McElroy ---- 10 AM - 4 PM
Magician Chris Conner ---- 10 AM - 12 PM
Brent Dellinger, "The Spin Master" ---- 2 PM - 3 PM
 
Inside Derby High School
Puddles the Clown ---- 12 PM - 2 PM
Safari Story Time & Belly Dancing ---- 2 PM - 3 PM
 
In the Craft Tent
Safari Music Walk
Face Painting
Make & Take Crafts
 
All Around Kid Fest:
Petting Zoo Safari Photos
Sandy Candy (while supplies last)
Martial Arts Demonstration
Public Safety on Display: Derby Police, Derby Fire, Sedgwick County EMS
Zumbatomic with the Derby Recreation Commission (10 am - 12 PM)
Fire Safety Smokehouse (10 AM - 2 PM)
Train Rides
 

Car Seat Safety Check
sponsored by Derby Optimists and Wichita Area Safe Kids Coalition
City Hall Parking Lot ---- 10 AM - 2 PM
 
DanceFest, DHS Auditorium ---- 10 AM - 12 PM
Ottaway Carnival and Food Court ---- open at 11 AM
Music by Ben Travis ---- 4:30 PM
Music by Moonlight Drive
Entertainment Stage ---- 6 PM
Music by The Source
Entertainment Stage ---- 8:30 PM
 

SUNDAY

Community Church Service ---- 9:30 AM & 11 AM
Led by Aviator Church in the DHS Commons
Derby DadFest ---- 12 PM
DHS Commons, with Aviator Church
Ottaway Carnival & Food Court ---- open at 12 PM
Music by Ben Travis
Entertainment Stage ---- 12:30 PM
Music by Annie Up
Entertainment Stage ---- 1:45 PM
Music by The Benders
Entertainment Stage ---- 3:30 PM
 
Schedule subject to change.

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