The Holiday Inn Wichita East I-35 is a beautiful 9-story high-rise that features a large Indoor Pool, Whirlpool, Fitness Center, and our Blue Cedars Terrace outdoor event venue.
The hotel is conveniently located in east Wichita at the corner of Rock & Kellogg (US 54/400), next to Towne East Square shopping mall. In addition, the area also has numerous casual dining restaurants, including 54 Craft & Co, our all new on-site dining experience. Entertainment and attractions for all ages are just minutes away.
With more than 15,000 square feet of modern flexible meeting space, the Holiday Inn Wichita East I-35 can handle groups from 5 to 700 guests.
Call our Sales and Catering Department for more information or to book your event today!
LOCATION AND DIRECTIONS
Wichita’s elite hotel and conference destination
FROM KANSAS CITY
Exit I-35 at Kellogg Avenue (Exit 50). Take Kellogg Avenue (US 54/ US 400) West 1 mile.
FROM OKLAHOMA CITY
Exit I-35 North at Webb Rd (Exit 50). Take Kellogg Avenue (US 54/ US 400) West 1 mile.
FROM SALINA
Exit I-135 South at Kellogg Avenue. Take Kellogg Avenue (US 54/US 400) East 4 miles.
FROM WESTERN KANSAS
US 400 (Kellogg Avenue) East to Rock Road.
AIRPORT SHUTTLE
Airport shuttle available from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m with advance reservation. Area shuttle service with a 5-mile radius of hotel, based upon availability.
HOTEL AT A GLANCE
STANDARD GUEST
ROOM AMENITIES
- Microwave & Mini-refrigerator
- 55-inch flat screen HDTV
- Complimentary Wireless High Speed Internet
- Voice Mail, Speaker Phone & Dual Line Phones
- Hair Dryer, Keurig Coffee Maker, Iron & Ironing Board
- Laundry Service
- Clock Radio
- Oversized Desk
HOTEL AMENITIES
- 24-Hour Business Center and Fitness Center
- 24-Hour Market
- Indoor Swimming Pool
- Whirlpool
- Hotel Shuttle
- On-site Restaurant
- Pet Friendly with Additional Fees
GENERAL INFORMATION
MENU SELECTION AND FOOD SERVICE
Your menu should be submitted to our Catering Office no later than 30 days prior to your scheduled event. Menu prices will be guaranteed upon selecting meals. Any food or beverage served and consumed in the hotel function areas must be purchased and provided by the Holiday Inn Wichita. Food service shall be limited to 2 hours unless otherwise noted.
GUARANTEED NUMBER OF GUESTS
Guarantees are required for all food and beverage events with pricing based per person. Preliminary guest count is due 14 days prior to event with final attendance must be confirmed 7 business days in advance of your event. If a guarantee is not received, your estimated number of guests will be considered your guarantee, and all charges will be made accordingly. This number is not subject to reduction. The hotel will set and prepare for 5% over your guarantee. The hotel will charge for either the actual number served or the guarantee, whichever is greater.
PAYMENT
Payment in full is required 3 business days prior to your function by credit card, cash, or check. Non-refundable 15% or $750 minimum deposit is due upon receipt of signed contract. 75% of estimated balance is due 60 days prior to event.
RENTAL CHARGES
Room Rental charges vary according to the meeting rooms selected.
MEETING ROOMS
The hotel reserves the right to assign and/or change banquet meeting space to accommodate each particular group. All events must end no later than 12:00 a.m.
SECURITY
The hotel will not be responsible before, during, or after any function for lost, stolen, or damaged items. The hotel requires security for groups whose size, program, or nature indicates such need. A hotel approved security agency must be used.
LIABILITY
The group’s main contact or booking contact assumes all responsibilities for damages caused by the group leader, attendees, or other persons associated with the event. The hotel reserves the right to exclude or eject any and all persons without liability. If at any time the hotel feels that a function or event may cause damage to the hotel or its guests, the hotel reserves the right to end such function.
AUDIO VISUAL AND ENGINEERING
Audio visual is available for all meeting rooms. Consult a catering representative as to any charges that may be assessed. Special engineering requirements, including electrical needs, must be specified to our catering department at least 7 business days in advance of your event.
DECORATIONS
The Catering Department will be happy to assist you with decorations. A set up fee will apply. All decorations must be approved in advance of your event. The hotel will not permit the affixing of anything to the walls, floors, or ceiling with nails, staples, or duct/carpet tape. Charges may apply for any damages caused. Please be advised that excessive use of glitter and/or confetti will result in a cleaning fee.
CANCELLATION
Any advance deposits will be applied to your cancellation fee in the event the group event is cancelled. In addition, a cancellation fee as a percent of the estimated food, bar, and room revenue will be due or retained as non-refundable based upon the following schedule.
• 120 days before the event date: 50% of estimated balance due
• 60 days before the event date: 75% of estimated balance due
• 30 days before the event date: 100% of estimated balance due
SIGNAGE
Any signage placed on display will need to be approved 4 days prior to event. Please consult your Sales/Catering Manager for available options for signage. All signs must be professionally made; handwritten signs may not be posted. Any placement of banners will be done by our Engineering Department.
Holiday Inn • 549 South Rock Road • Wichita, KS 67207 • 316-686-7131
Prices are subject to change due to market fluctuations. Final menu prices will be guaranteed 7 days prior to event.
Prices do not include taxable 22% service charge or state sales tax. 2/5/2025
AUDIO/VISUAL SERVICES
AUDIO/VISUAL
MEETING ACCESSORIES & SUPPLIES
MEETING PACKAGE
TAKE A BREAK
CUSTOM MENUS
We can customize or create a menu based on your needs or desires. Please speak to your sales representative for more details..
COMPLETE MEETING PACKAGES
Complete Meeting Packages include room rental for one meeting room. Priced per person.
STREAMLINED
Streamlined Package is priced at $46. Minimum of 25 guests.
Assorted fresh baked cookies and assorted chilled beverages.
EXECUTIVE
Executive Package is priced at $62. Minimum of 25 guests.
MORNING STARTER
Coffee, decaffeinated coffee, herbal tea, assorted pastries and breads, muffins, and fresh fruit medley.
MORNING BREAK
Refresh coffees, herbal teas, and assorted pastries and granola bars.
LUNCH
Choose any Lunch Buffet from page 13.
AFTERNOON BREAK
Fresh vegetable display with dip, domestic cheese and cracker display, assorted fresh baked cookies, and assorted chilled beverages.
PREMIER
Premier Package is priced at $76. Minimum of 25 guests.
MORNING STARTER
Coffee, decaffeinated coffee, herbal tea, assorted fruit juices in carafes, assorted pastries, breakfast sandwiches with sausage, egg, and cheese, and fresh fruit medley.
Mini Belgian waffles, chocolate sauce, seasonal fruit, and whipped cream cheese, coffee, herbal tea, and decaffeinated coffee. TRAIL MIX BAR ..............................................................................24.00
House made granola, dried fruits, assorted nuts, chocolate chips, mini chocolate candies, assorted chilled beverages, and bottled water.
FIT AND HARDY BREAK
Fresh vegetable crudite with dip, assorted nuts, granola bars, fruit medley and bottled water.
Traditional hummus, pita chips, assorted crackers, chef’s choice of assorted cheeses, sliced cucumber, baby carrots, marinated tomatoes and marinated olives. TEXMEX ...........................................................................................26.00
Roasted corn and black bean relish, avocado serrano dip, house made pico de gallo, salsa verde, picante sauce, tortilla chips and cinnamon dusted churros, and assorted chilled beverages.
ON-THE-RUN SNACKS 26.00
Assortment of bagged snacks, pretzels, crackers, mixes, cookies, and candies.
ADD CHILLED BEVERAGES FOR 2$ MORE PER PERSON
to event.
NON-ALCOHOLIC DRINKS
COLUMBIAN COFFEE ............................................. 36.00 PER GALLON
Premium Rainforest Alliance Columbian Coffee.
ICED COFFEE BAR 38.00 PER GALLON
Coffee with Ice, Assortment of Creamer and Sugars.
PREMIUM ICED COFFEE BAR 42.00 PER GALLON
Coffee with Ice, Assortment of Creamer and Sugars and Syrups.
HOT CHOCOLATE BAR ................................. 22.00 PER HALF GALLON
Served with Marshmallows and Whipped Cream.
PREMIUM HOT CHOCOLATE BAR ............... 26.00 PER HALF GALLON
Served with Marshmallows, Syrups, Whipped Cream, and peppermint sticks.
HERBAL TEAS SERVED WITH LEMON .................. 29.00 PER GALLON
ICED TEA OR LEMONADE ...................................... 32.00 PER GALLON
STANDARD BEVERAGES AND BOTTLED WATER ................ 3.00 EACH
Cans of Coke, Fanta, Dr. Pepper, Sprite, Root Beer and bottled water. Diet and/or zero options available upon request.
PREMIUM BEVERAGES ......................................................... 4.00 EACH
Added to Standard Beverage Package. Bottles of Dasani. Poweraid, Gold Peak Tea, and Monster.
INDIVIDUAL JUICES 4.00 EACH Orange, Apple, and Cranberry
CHILLED FRUIT JUICES ....................................... 20.00 HALF GALLON
Holiday Inn • 549 South Rock Road • Wichita, KS 67207 • 316-686-7131
Prices are subject to change due to market fluctuations. Final menu prices will be guaranteed 7 days prior to event. Prices do not include taxable 22% service charge or state sales tax. 2/5/2025
MEETING BREAKS
BREAKFAST SELECTIONS
CONTINENTAL BREAKFASTS
Minimum of 15 guests.
CONTINENTAL
Premium coffee, decaffeinated coffee, herbal tea, orange juice, assorted breakfast pastries, assorted breakfast breads, bagels with assorted cream cheeses, yogurt with toppings, fresh fruit display, granola and cold cereals with milk.
PLATED BREAKFASTS
All breakfast selections are served with a glass of fresh orange juice, coffee, decaffeinated coffee, and herbal tea. Add a basket of assorted pastries and country biscuits for an additional $2 per person.
THE CLASSIC ..................................................................................16.00
Scrambled eggs, breakfast potatoes, and pastries, with choice of sausage, turkey sausage, or bacon.
BELGIAN WAFFLES ........................................................................18.00
Three mini-belgian waffles, with choice of country sausage patties or bacon, and choice of breakfast potatoes, hash-brown casserole or sweet potato hash.
CLASSIC BREAKFAST BURRITO 18.00
Scrambled eggs, shredded cheese and your choice of sausage, bacon, or turkey sausage with a side of salsa. Choice of breakfast potatoes, hash-brown casserole or sweet potato hash.
SOUTHWEST BREAKFAST BURRITO
Scrambled eggs, Chorizo, peppers, breakfast potatoes with your choice of sausage, bacon, or turkey sausage.
DELUXE BREAKFAST BURRITO
20.00
22.00
Scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, peppers, onions and shredded cheese with a side of salsa. Choice of breakfast potatoes, hash-brown casserole or sweet potato hash.
Fried egg, bacon, sun dried tomato jam, sliced avocado, sauteed spinach, sliced white cheddar cheese on a toasted brioche bun, with choice of breakfast potatoes, hash-brown casserole or sweet potato hash.
BREAKFAST BUFFET
All breakfast buffets include fruit juices, coffee, decaffeinated coffee, herbal tea. All buffets are priced per person. Minimum of 20 guests.
Grilled marinated portabella mushroom, roasted red & green peppers and purple onion, basil pesto on a toasted brioche bun. BLT ...................................................................................................20.00
Thick-cut applewood smoked bacon, sliced tomato, romaine lettuce, garlic-basil aioli on a toasted ciabatta bun.
Sliced grilled chicken, bacon, shredded lettuce, diced tomato, buttermilk ranch dressing wrapped in a flour tortilla.
BUFFALO CHICKEN WRAP 22.00
Golden fried chicken tenders tossed in house made buffalo sauce, shredded lettuce, diced tomato, blue cheese sauce wrapped in a flour tortilla.
CALIFORNIA CLUB .........................................................................22.00
Flaky croissant layered with Black Forest ham, smoked turkey, bacon, American and Swiss cheeses, lettuce, tomato, and an avocado aioli.
ON-THE-RUN LUNCHES
On-the-run lunches include a sandwich, potato chips, fresh baked cookie, with bottled water and disposable cutlery.
CHEF’S DELI SANDWICH BOXED LUNCH 20.00
Ham and provolone, Turkey and Swiss, and Roast Beef and cheddar served individually on a ciabatta bun. Lettuce, tomato, and onion, with condiments on the side.
Sliced turkey and ham with American cheese, tomatoes, lettuce, and dijon mustard on a flaky croissant.
ITALIAN STYLE SUB SANDWICH BOXED LUNCH........................22.00
Salami, ham, and pepperoni, provolone, shredded lettuce, diced tomato and diced onion tossed in a creamy Italian dressing. Served on a freshly baked baguette.
ADD ONE OF THE FOLLOWING FOR $2 MORE
Potato Salad • Cole Slaw • Pasta Salad • Cup of Fruit
LUNCHEON SALADS
All salads include fresh baked bread, coffee, decaffeinated coffee, and iced tea.
CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD .............................................................20.00
Crisp romaine with grilled chicken, parmesan cheese, pretzel shards tossed in a creamy Caesar dressing.
COBB SALAD 22.00
Mixed salad greens, diced chicken, cucumbers, tomatoes, applewood smoked bacon, boiled egg, shredded cheddar cheese, blue cheese crumbles and avocado. Recommended dressing: blue cheese.
Baked pecan crusted catfish topped with lemon burre blanc served with sweet potato chorizo.
PAN SEARED SALMON 28.00
Salmon topped with pineapple-mango relish served with sweet pea risotto and chef's choice of vegetables.
LUNCH BUFFETS
All lunch buffets are served with iced tea and iced water. Minimum number of guests 20.
DELI SANDWICH ........................................................................... 24.00
Assortment of ready made sandwiches with meats and cheeses. Relish tray of lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, mayo and mustard packets, served with bagged chips and assorted cookie tray.
TASTE OF ITALY 26.00
Spaghetti and cheese tortellini with grilled chicken Parmesan and Italian meatballs. Served with squash medley, bread sticks, and Caesar salad. Choice of two sauces:
• Creamy Alfredo
• Marinara
• Beef Bolognese
• Spicy American
EXECUTIVE DELI LUNCHEON ....................................................... 28.00
An assortment of deli meats, tuna salad, and chicken salad, cheeses, breads, with a relish tray of lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles, and choice of 2 sides:
Chicken Tinga, Beef Barbacoa, sautéed peppers, onion and adobe mushrooms. Poblano rice, charro beans, elote casserole, with flour and corn tortillas. Served with chips and salsa.
COMPANY PICNIC ......................................................................... 28.00
Baked beans, potato salad, macaroni & cheese, and potato chips. With a relish tray of American cheese, pickles, lettuce, onion, tomatoes, ketchup, and mustard and choice of 2 entrees:
• Grilled Chicken Thighs
• Hamburgers
• Vegetarian Garden Burger
• Brats
• Hot dogs.
WESTERN ROUNDUP .................................................................... 28.00
Corn bread with honey butter, choice of 2 entrees and 2 sides:
• BBQ Chicken Thighs
• Andouille Sausage
• BBQ Pulled Pork
• BBQ Brisket
• Add BBQ Ribs for $4 more per person
CHOOSE 2 SIDES:
• Baked Beans
• Potato Salad
• Macaroni and Cheese
• Roasted Corn
• Broccoli Slaw
Holiday Inn • 549 South Rock Road • Wichita, KS 67207 • 316-686-7131
Prices are subject to change due to market fluctuations. Final menu prices will be guaranteed 7 days prior to event.
Prices do not include taxable 22% service charge or state sales tax. 2/5/2025
PLATED DINNERS
All Plated Dinners include fresh baked bread with butter, and our house salad or wedge salad with an Italian or ranch dressing, and dessert. Served with coffee, decaffeinated coffee, iced water, and iced tea.
Top sirloin (cooked medium), roasted rosemary potatoes, and sautéed seasonal vegetables.
HOME-STYLE POT ROAST
Slow roasted in beef reduction, garlic mashed potatoes, with brown gravy and glazed baby carrots.
GUINNESS BRAISED SHORT RIBS
Beef short ribs braised with Guinness and rosemary, topped with beef gravy and a citrus slaw. Accompanied with sweet corn risotto and roasted root vegetables.
Two grilled tenderloin medallions (cooked medium), topped with a mushroom Cabernet demi glaze. Accompanied with garlic roasted tri colored potatoes, broccoli & blistered peppers.
CUBAN PORK ROAST 30.00
Slow roasted pork roast, topped with mojo glaze. Accompanied with white rice with black beans, black eyed pea salad.
CAJUN-HONEY PORK ROAST 32.00
Honey glazed pork tenderloin, rice pilaf, and green beans with bacon and onions.
PAN SEARED SALMON 34.00
Salmon fillet, topped with lemon burre blanc. Accompanied with herb polenta and grilled asparagus.
Choice of two proteins, one starch and one vegetable all served on one plate.
PROTEINS (CHOOSE TWO):
• Baked Chicken Breast
• Pan seared Salmon
• Cajun-Honey Pork Tenderloin
• Home-style Pot Roast
STARCH (CHOOSE ONE):
• Garlic Mashed Potatoes
• Mashed Potatoes with Gravy
• Roasted Tricolored Potatoes
• Sweet Pea Risotto
• Wild Rice Pilaf
VEGETABLE (CHOOSE ONE)
• Glazed Baby Carrots
• Green Beans with Bacon and Onions
• Grilled Asparagus
• Roasted Root Vegetables
DESSERT SELECTIONS
Choose 1 or 2 desserts or choose a dessert station. Dessert Selections on page 17.
VEGETARIAN SELECTIONS
TERIYAKI VEGETABLE WRAP
The selection below can be submitted and served for any lunch/dinner.
Teriyaki glaze, bell peppers, red onions and zucchini, cilantro-lime rice, wrapped in a sun dried tomato tortilla.
ROASTED PORTABELLA
Roasted salted portabella mushroom, topped with mushroom ragou. Accompanied with rice pilaf and chef's choice vegetables.
QUINOA STUFFED PEPPER
Quinoa, red onion, sautéed spinach, fresh herbs, cashew pesto, stuffed into a bell pepper and topped with chili sauce and melted cheese blend.
VEGGIE LASAGNA
Roasted vegetables, creamy ricotta, house made marinara, layered between lasagna noodles, and topped with melted mozzarella.
VEGAN SELECTIONS
We can provide vegan meals upon request
Prices are subject to change due to market fluctuations. Final menu prices will be guaranteed 7 days prior to event. Prices do not include taxable 22% service charge or state sales tax. 2/5/2025
DINNER BUFFETS
All Dinner Buffets include fresh baked bread with butter, and our house salad or wedge salad with an Italian or ranch dressing. Iced tea, water, and coffee service with choice of 2 desserts from page 17 served as a dessert station. Minimum 20 guests.
Accompanied with sautéed peppers, onion and adobe mushrooms, poblano rice, charro beans, elote casserole, with flour and corn tortillas. Served with chips and salsa. Choice of 2 entrees:
• Chicken Enchiladas
• Chicken Tinga
• Carna Asada
• Beef Barbacoa
• Seasoned Ground Beef
TASTE OF ITALY 36.00
Beef lasagna, penne and cheese tortellini. Served with grilled chicken and Italian meatballs. With squash medley, bread sticks, and Caesar salad. Choice of 2 sauces:
• Creamy Alfredo
• Marinara
• Beef Bolognese
• Spicy Amatriciana
CARVING STATIONS
Chef Carving Station served with cocktail rolls and sauces. Priced per 50 servings. All carving stations include $150 carver fee.
PRIME RIB .....................................................................MARKET PRICE
Prices are subject to change due to market fluctuations. Final menu prices will be guaranteed 7 days prior to event. Prices do not include taxable 22% service charge or state sales tax. 2/5/2025
HORS D’OEUVRES
SAVORY MEATBALLS
With your choice of Savory Barbecue sauce, Sweet ‘n’ Sour sauce, or Swedish sauce.
STUFFED MUSHROOM CAPS
Stuffed with cream cheese, sausage, and panko bread crumbs.
With choice of ranch or honey mustard dipping sauce. CREAMY SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE DIP
Served with crostini.
MINI CRAB CAKES
Served with sweet and sour sauce.
COCKTAIL SANDWICHES
Thinly sliced ham or turkey on fresh baked cocktail rolls with dijonaise sauce and leaf lettuce. SHRIMP DISPLAY
Served with cocktail sauce.
Served with cucumber dill dipping sauce. Priced per pieces. 2 pieces per serving.
BEVERAGE & BAR SERVICE
HOSTED RECEPTION
Priced
CASH BAR
Priced
CALL BRANDS: Jim Beam, Dewar’s, Beefeaters, Tito’s, Cuervo Gold, Bacardi Light, Captain Morgan, and Seagram’s 7
PREMIUM BRANDS: Tanqueray, Absolut, Jack Daniels, Crown Royal, Johnnie Walker Red, and Olmeca Altos
SUPER PREMIUM BRANDS: Grey Goose, Patron Silver, Maker’s Mark, Woodford Reserve, Johnie Walker Black
WINE BY THE GLASS: Chardonnay, White Zinfandel, Cabernet, and Merlot
DOMESTIC BOTTLED BEER: Budweiser, Bud Light, Coors Light, Miller Lite, and Michelob Ultra
SPECIALTY BOTTLED BEER: Corona, Blue Moon, Samuel Adams, Boulevard Wheat, Modelo, and Truly Seltzer
SOFT DRINKS & JUICES: Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Orange Juice, Grapefruit Juice, Pineapple Juice, Tomato Juice, and Club Soda
*Personalized signature drinks available upon request. You can choose the name, color and beverage!
$80 bartender fee waived with $370 in sales with a maximum service time of 6 hours. We recommend one bar for every 150 guests of drinking age. Due to Kansas state liquor laws, no beverages may be brought into or removed from any meeting room. The hotel reserves the right to require the use of security for events, please see your Sales Manager for details.
KEGS OF BEER
Budweiser, Bud Light, Miller Lite, or Coors Light.
BOTTLED WINE
Ask about our local wine options. Bottles are 750 mL.
White Zinfandel, Merlot, and Cabernet.
Cherry flavors with a touch of plum.
Black cherries with subtle hints of spice.
Inviting notes of peaches and honey.
Crisp with notes of strawberries and watermelon. DA VINCI PINOT GRIGIO 37.00
Fresh citrus flavors with a crisp, refreshing finish. EDNA VALLEY CHARDONNAY
Rich, apple notes & tropical fruits. CHATEAU STE. MICHELLE SAUVIGNON BLANC ......................... 37.00 Cool, clean and crisp with notes of grapefruit.
