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Wichita Soundscapes
Alternate Wednesdays during Morning Edition and All Things Considered

Wichita Soundscapes celebrate the sounds of the city and the surrounding area. We bring you short audio snapshots of area events like the Prairie Fire Marathon and the Walnut Valley Festival, or simple scenes like an evening by the Keeper of the Plains. Explore Wichita in a new way, every other Wednesday during Morning Edition and All Things Considered.

Latest Episodes
  • The bright lights and sounds of Botanica's Illuminations
    Botanica's Illuminations is one of Wichita's most cherished holiday events—an immersive light show featuring more than 2 million lights that draws thousands to Riverside's botanical garden. KMUW visited this year's display, and Haley Crowson brings us this Wichita Soundscape.
  • A race around the river bend
    The Frostbite Regatta has attracted hundreds of rowing clubs to Wichita since its start in 1992. The competition is hosted by the Wichita Rowing Association and takes place on the first Sunday in November. KMUW's Lu Anne Stephens was there this year and has this Wichita Soundscape.
  • Wichita's Prairie Fire Marathon course is a qualifier for the Boston Marathon. Runners who finished the Prairie Fire Marathon with times below the qualifying time for their age and gender, may qualify for the 2027 Boston Marathon.
    From the sidelines of Wichita's Prairie Fire Marathon
    KMUW's Meg Britton-Mehlisch tagged along as nearly 3,000 runners took over Wichita streets in the 2025 Prairie Fire Marathon.
  • Coming Nov. 12: Wichita Soundscapes
    Wichita Soundscapes celebrate the sounds of the city and the surrounding area. Explore Wichita in a new way, every other Wednesday during Morning Edition and All Things Considered.