The Wichita Blues Society has been an affiliate of the Memphis-based Blues Foundation since 1983. Our mission is to ensure the future of the Blues, a uniquely American art form, by celebrating blues recording and performances, and expanding appreciation and awareness of Blues music’s significance. We do this by hosting and supporting live music events, and outreach through our Blues in the Schools program and other community involvement.
The WBS is a non-profit organization run by volunteers and supported through memberships, donations and sponsors.
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B.I.T.S. Program
Blues In The Schools is an umbrella term used to describe a program that utilizes a classroom format to teach children about the Blues. Programs are not limited to schools or classrooms; they can be held anywhere.
Why Teach The Blues? The Blues is the first truly American music. With its roots in the deep South of the 1800s, it spread across the U.S., evolving based on the styles and preferences of the region, but always soulful and reflecting the human condition. From the acoustic blues of the front porch to the electrifying sounds of the Chicago Blues scene, it has been the major influence in jazz, rock and roll, and country western music. We can find common ground through the Blues.
WBS Membership
Become a Member! Membership Fees help keep the blues alive! Wichita Blues Society members are a delightfully diverse group of people who have a love and appreciation for the Blues. If you have any questions about how you can participate, send an email to wichitabluessociety@gmail.com to get more information.
One Year Memberships available starting at $20/year. Pick a plan that works best for you!
UPCOMING EVENTS
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Sat03Jan20268:00 pmShamrock Lounge 1724 W Douglas Ave
The boys are back! Catch the Sleepy Truckers at their monthly Shamrock show on Sat, Jan 3. It’s always a party – and maybe even some special guests!
Show 8pm – Cover $5
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Fri09Jan20268:00 pmArtichoke East 2959 N Rock Rd
The Howard Mahan Duo is bringing live music to Artichoke East for an easy, laid-back night out. Perfect for date night, a friend catch-up, or just treating yourself to a little “me time.” No cover
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Sat17Jan20263:30 pmWalker's Jazz LoungeWe need your talent to help us Keep the Blues Alive! Right now 6 people are keeping this organization running, and we need several more to keep things going.
If you are interested in volunteering with the WBS, especially as a board member, this is your opportunity to learn more and get your questions answered.Join us for an informal meeting and find out how you can contribute to our blues community! -
Fri23Jan20268:00 pmWalker’s Jazz Lounge 252 N Mosley St
Rudy Love Jr LIVE at Walker’s Jazz Lounge with Special Guest, 8–11 PM
Get ready for a high-energy night of jazz, blues, soul, funk, and R&B with Rudy Love Jr. & special guest!
🔥 PLUS: SURPRISE GUESTS! 🔥
You never know who might jump in… and that’s part of the magic.
Grab your tickets here and now
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Sat24Jan20268:00 pmWalker's Jazz Lounge 252 N Mosley St
Get ready for a deep-groove, high-energy night with Keepers of the Funk live at Walker’s Jazz Lounge! Hailing from Wichita, this powerhouse band delivers instrumental funk, blues, soul, R&B, and fusion rock that hits hard and keeps the vibe moving all night long.
8-11pm.
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Sat24Jan20269:00 pmShamrock Lounge 1724 W Douglas Ave
Howard Mahan and the gang are back at the Shamrock! If you’ve never seen them, get out and catch one of the top Blues guitarists in the region. Howard will blow your mind!
Cover $5
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Sat07Feb20268:00 pmRed Shed Music Venue 6311 N Old K61 Hwy Hutchinson
Jackson Stokes brings his high energy blues!
Over his decade-and-a-half career, Stokes, in his own right, also has been a welcomed guest onstage, opening for or collaborating with a who’s who of artists such as Robert Cray, Warren Haynes, Marcus King, Lucas Nelson, Samantha Fish, Ivan Neville, Eric Krasno, and Eric Gales.
Tickets here
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Sat21Feb20266:00 pmKirby’s 3227 E 17th St N, Wichita
Lonesome Stranger Band will perform music by David Graham and perhaps a few classics too. Get your Saturday night off to a ROCKIN' start!
Music: 6-8 pm
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Sat21Feb20267:00 pmMort's Martini Bar 923 E 1st St N
Come dance, shout, and let the good times roll! Music at 7pm
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Sat21Feb20268:00 pmRed Shed Music Venue 6311 N k-61 Hwy, Hutchinson
Don't miss blues guitar powerhouse Nick Schnebelen at The Red Shed!
Doors at 7; Music at 8p.m.
Tickets at the door or here
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Sun22Feb20262:30 pmJerry’s Bar & Grill 630 N Robin Rd, Wichita
Join us for our Annual Meeting & Blues Party where we will give a state of the union for the organization, spend time with fellow blues fans, and boogie to Dirty Red & the Soul ShakerThis is an All Ages Show! Doors at 2:30 p.m. Music at 3 p.m.
Members FREE with valid membership.
Non-members: $15, Students and under 17 years $5 (must have student ID)
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Fri27Feb20267:30 pmWalker’s Jazz Lounge 252 N Mosley StWichita Blues Society & Walker’s Jazz Lounge present BIG LUKE & THE SOUL DISCIPLESClear your calendar and brace yourself for a high-voltage night of Blues and Soul.Big Luke & The Soul Disciples bring a spirit-filled, genre-blending show that hits hard and grooves deep.This powerhouse band slides effortlessly from down-home blues to smooth jazz, Motown, R&B, funk, and even a touch of country, all filtered through their own blues-soaked soun
d.Get your tickets fast — Final Friday shows are famous for selling out, and this one will be no exception. Come feel the music where it belongs… live at Walker’s Jazz Lounge. -
Fri27Feb20269:00 pmJerry’s Bar & Grill 630 N Robin Rd
Ready to show some Trucker love? The Sleepy Truckers are bringing the road show to Jerry’s! Come out and be entertained with Trucker Awesomeness!
Show 9pm – Cover $5
More info here
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Sat28Feb20269:00 pmShamrock Lounge 1724 W Douglas Ave
They play a wide range of instrumental Funk, Blues, Soul, R&B, and Fusion Rock. Music kicks off at 9pm.
Cover $5
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Sat07Mar20268:00 pmRed Shed Music Venue 6311 N k-61 Hwy, Hutchinson
Don't miss one of Texas' blues greats: Mike Morgan and the Crawl! Special guest: Dustin Arbuckle
Doors at 7:; Music at 8
Tickets at the door or here
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Sat07Mar20268:00 pmShamrock Lounge 1724 W Douglas Ave
You know ‘em, you love ‘em, come get some more of ‘em! The Truckers are back at the ShamRock. You know the drill – great music, special guests, big ‘ol Trucker throwdown.
Cover $5
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Sat21Mar20268:00 pmRed Shed Music Venue 6311 N k-61 Hwy, Hutchinson
Don't miss a night of high energy Memphis blues that will keep you on the dance floor.
Doors at 7; Music at 8p.m.
Tickets here
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Fri27Mar20265:30 pmWalker’s Jazz Lounge 252 N Mosley St, Wichita
Feel the Blues… Young & Fresh!
Don't miss this young blues band's debut concert! These talented musicians are showing us that the love for the Blues is alive and growing strong.
Come cheer them on, dance, and experience the joy of live blues.
Advanced Tickets: $5 Select Show Time in Green Box to Purchase Tickets
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Fri27Mar20267:30 pmWalker’s Jazz Lounge 252 N Mosley St, Wichita
Made From Scratch will be stirring up an electrifying mix of Blues, Rock, Swing, and Jazz!
Join us for a night of live music, energy, and pure fun.
Select Show Time in Green Box to Purchase Tickets
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Thu02Apr20268:00 pmWalker's Jazz Lounge 252 N Mosley St,
Music 8 - 10:30 p.m. Red Young Organ Trio features Red Young on Hammond Organ and vocals along with Jim Pisano on Saxophone and Kevin Rutschman on drums. Every Red Young Trio show is unique because of the musical range Red has played over the years. He’s played jazz, blues, and soul jazz music, and his influences come from big band, swing, orchestral, ballads and everything in between. His credits include tours, recordings and shows with Sonny & Cher, Dolly Parton, Joan Armatrading, Eric Burdon, Linda Ronstadt, Marcia Ball, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Red and the Red Hots and many others. For further information, www.redyoung.com
21+ to acquire tickets Select Show Time in Green Box to purchase
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Fri03Apr20268:00 pmRed Shed Music Venue 6311 N k-61 Hwy, HutchinsonMelody Trucks returns to the Red Shed, this time with the Fitzkee Brothers and Jackson Stokes. Show time 8 p.m.Tickets here
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Thu09Apr2026
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Fri10Apr20268:00 pmHalagains, 1106 S. SenecaLynn Avants and the Shadow Daddys featuring the amazing vocals of Ms Lady Dee returns to the south side of Wichita where there is plenty of room to dance and some tasty food. Stop by and party with us at this great new venue! Music at 8p.m.
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Sat25Apr20267:30 pmWAVELook who’s coming to Wichita Jazz Fest this April… the incredible Kelley Hunt!!!
She’ll be bringing the heat to WAVE with her powerhouse band Kelley Hunt and The 5!, and if you’ve ever experienced her electrifying blend of blues, soul, and boogie-woogie piano, you already know this show is going to shake the walls and light up the night!Grab your tickets before they’re gone and come boogie-woogie the night away with us!A huge thank you to the Wichita Jazz Festival for bringing this amazing artist to Wichita. We can’t wait!Get your TICKETS here: https://wichita-jazz-festival.turntabletickets.com/.../... 
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Sun26Apr20264:00 pmOld Town in WichitaGet Ready to Hit the Bricks in Old Town!
Doors open
at 3 p.m. Crawl 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. After Party 7:30 - 9:00 p.m.- Mort's Martini Bar - Orphan Jon Trio
- Brickyard - Josh Vowell Band
- O'Larney's Irish Pub & Rooftop Bar - Thorn Haze (his WBS debut!)
- Rock Island Live - Main McMann & the Difference
- Barleycorn's - Sleepy Truckers
After Party @ Brickyard - Big Luke & the Soul Disciples
$20 wristband gets you into all the clubs + After Party! All proceeds are donations to the Wichita Blues Society.
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Fri08May20269:00 pmThe Brickyard 129 N. Rock Island St,
AJ is HITTING THE Brickyard! Come hear his brand new single “I Don’t Wanna Love You Anymore” in person!
Music starts at 9pm.
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Thu14May20266:00 pmShamrock Lounge 1724 W Douglas AveMusicians, Vocalists and Live Music Lovers - Join us and jam to the blues!The jam starts at 6 p.m. and goes until 9 p.m. You can get your dinner and cold drinks, relax and enjoy the music. Backline provided.
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Wed27May20267:00 pmJerry's Bar & Grill 630 N Robin Rd,The Wichita Blues Society is excited to present two award-winning blues icons who have built a solid track record of quality recordings and knock-your-socks off performances.Doors open at 6p.m. Music 7 - 9 p.m. $20 WBS Members $25 Non-MembersAll Ages Show!
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Fri29May20267:30 pmWalker’s Jazz Lounge 252 N Mosley St, Wichita
Final Friday Blues Show at Walker's Jazz Lounge!
Join us for a night of live music, energy, and pure fun.
Select Show Time in Green Box to Purchase Tickets
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Sat30May20262:00 pmHollywood Corners, Norman, OK 73071Get fired up for the 2026 Dust Bowl Blues Bash—your all-day blues celebration set for Saturday, May 30 at Hollywood Corners in Norman, OK! This is the festival where grit meets groove, where soulful vocals and slide guitars light up the afternoon into the late night.
From 2:00 pm until 11:30 pm, the Main Stage will feature some of the best regional blues talent around, including returning favorites like Sweet Brenda and Sour Mash, Big Train and the LOCO Motives and Dirty Red and the Soul Shakers, with plenty more acts to be announced.
But the Dust Bowl Blues Bash isn’t just about great music—though that alone could melt your heart. With both outdoor main and acoustic stages, this bash serves up classic roots sounds alongside electrified blues grooves, giving fans of every flavor plenty to love.
Bring a lawn or camping chair and settle in for a day of rhythm that’ll shake the dust right off your soul. Packed with food, vendors, and that unmistakable blues spirit, it’s the place to be if you’re passionate about music and community.
All details here
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Sat30May20268:00 pmWalker's Jazz Lounge 252 N Mosley St,Get down at Walker’s Jazz Lounge with Keepers of the Funk! This powerhouse band blends instrumental funk, blues, soul, R&B, rock, and fusion into an electrifying night of grooves. With tight rhythms, fiery solos, and unstoppable energy, they’ll have you moving, grooving, and feeling every beat. Grab a cocktail, snack on a charcuterie board, and let Keepers of the Funk keep the vibe alive all night long! Keepers of the Funk are: Steve Kraskow - Guitar Coal Miner - Keyboards Larry Sanders - Drums Kevin Moore - Saxophone Dan Russell - Bass 21+ to acquire tickets for this event. Select Show Time in green box to Get Tickets
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Sat30May20268:00 pmRed Shed Music Venue 6311 N k-61 Hwy, Hutchinson
Don't miss this award-winning Southern-fried blues rock band rooted in the South Georgia pines (Tifton area). Fronted by dynamic guitarist, vocalist, and bandleader Derrick Dove, the group fuses gritty blues, soulful grooves, classic rock energy, and authentic Southern spirit for high-octane, crowd-pleasing performances.
In January 2026, they claimed victory as International Blues Challenge Band Champions in Memphis, with Derrick also earning Best Guitarist honors.Music at 8 p.m.
Tickets and details here https://www.facebook.com/events/122726567267953
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Sat06Jun2026
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Thu11Jun2026
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Fri26Jun20267:30 pmWalker’s Jazz Lounge 252 N Mosley St, Wichita
Final Friday Blues Show at Walker's Jazz Lounge with Kansas City's Old No. 5's
Join us for a night of live music, energy, and pure fun.
Select Show Time in Green Box to Purchase Tickets
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Thu09Jul2026
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Fri31Jul20267:30 pmWalker’s Jazz Lounge 252 N Mosley St, Wichita
Final Friday Blues Show at Walker's Jazz Lounge with Denny Jiosa Blues Project
Join us for a night of live music, energy, and pure fun.
Select Show Time in Green Box to Purchase Tickets
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Thu13Aug2026
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Thu10Sep2026
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Sat12Sep20268:00 pmRed Shed Music Venue 6311 N k-61 Hwy, Hutchinson
Don't miss an incredible night of music from the son of legendary bluesman Magic Slim!
Music 8 p.m
Details and tickets here
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