Large crowds at Riverfest this year are breaking records…and selling out hotels nearby. Downtown Wichita, a local organization working to develop the area, said events like Riverfest are huge for economic and community development in Wichita. Executive Vice President Jason Gregory said that this Riverfest is especially important for downtown development post-pandemic. “It couldn’t happen soon enough,” Gregory said. “I can tell you that. But, yeah, now that we’re here it’s really exciting to see all the people come back to support downtown.” One business benefiting? The Fairfield Inn & Suites just down the street from Riverfest. Staff there said the hotel was sold out last weekend and will be this upcoming one as well.
Source: KAKE – News
