Category: Shocktoberfest

Watch a parade full of Shocker spirit during the annual Shocktoberfest Parade at 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5. Grab a spot along Innovation Boulevard, Mike Oatman Drive or Perimeter Road and enjoy a show featuring Shocker Sound Machine, the dance teams and decorated cars and floats from student organizations and the community.

Want to show your family what Shocker life is all about? The Braeburn Square Patio Party is the perfect place to show off Wichita State. From 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 4, enjoy deals from the vendors and food trucks and partake in a variety of games and music. Once you’ve gotten your fill, head across the street to Eck Stadium for the Shocker baseball scrimmage at 6 p.m.

Finish off the night with an outdoor movie at Cessna Stadium. At 8 p.m., bring your blankets, lawn chairs and watch the movie “Cars” with your classmates and family.

Stop by the Heskett Center lawn from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 3 for music, games and food, including your own roasted ear of corn. Food options are vegetarian with vegan options available. Once you’re done, move next door to Wilkins Stadium and support your classmates on the Shocker softball team as they face Butler Community College. Students can attend the game at no additional charge with their Shocker ID.

Student Government Association invites you to join a night of free food and games starting at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 2 at Chicken N Pickle, 1240 N. Greenwich Rd. While you’re there, you can also cheer on the teams in the inaugural Shocktoberfest Pickleball Tournament.

On campus and don’t want to drive? Transportation to Chicken N Pickle will be provided every half hour in front of Shocker Hall beginning at 6 p.m.

Starting at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 1, head on over to the Rhatigan Student Center for Shocker Make & Take. The Student Activities Council will be giving away custom DIY Shocktoberfest pillows for students. Remember to bring your Shocker ID for this free event.

Later tonight, Sept. 30, don’t miss the Shocktoberfest bonfire starting at 7:30 p.m. at Braeburn Square, a favorite among students. Shocker Cheer and Shocker Sound Machine will also be there to make sure Shockers have a good time. Grab dinner at one of the many Braeburn Square restaurants and enjoy a night of fun in front of the fire.

Shocktoberfest officially kicks off today at 11 a.m. just north of the Rhatigan Student Center. Stop by to get the official Shocktoberfest T-shirt, grab a lunch and sample smoothies from Smoothie King. And starting at noon, enjoy live performances from Shocker Sound Machine and Shocker Cheer, with special guest WuShock.

Hey, Shockers! Today starts Wichita State’s annual Shocktoberfest celebrations, a week full of tradition and Shocker spirit.

Shocktoberfest’s week of fun activities is one of WSU’s longest-standing traditions.

Below are the details of the biggest events that you won’t want to miss, all of which are free to students with their Shocker IDs:

Enjoy an afternoon filled with beverages from your favorite local vendors right here on campus from 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5 in the Charles Koch Arena. The Shocktoberfest Brew Garden + Fan Fest, in partnership with Shocker Athletics, will fill the alley and parking lot east of Koch Arena with music, breweries, food trucks and fun activities for the whole family.

The inaugural Entrepreneur Market will highlight the many diverse small businesses in our community run by alumni, students and friends. Browse market stalls from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 5 in Woolsey Hall to explore unique creations while supporting local businesses.