Searching for ideas on what to do in Wichita this weekend? Looking to plan ahead for something in the future? We got you covered with the Best Things Happening This Weekend In Wichita.
FEATURED EVENTS
■ Fittest in Wichita | March 28
Details: Station Zero | 9am
Test your strength and teamwork at The Fittest in Wichita, a community fitness competition featuring local gyms, multiple divisions, vendors, and family fun — all supporting Beyond The Call and Wichita firefighters.
■ Meet the Easter Bunny at NewMarket | March 28
Details: NewMarket Square | 11am
Celebrate Easter at NewMarket Square with a fun-filled, family-friendly event on Saturday, March 28 from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM at the Fountain Plaza near Barnes & Noble. Guests can enjoy festive activities like an Easter Bunny meet-and-greet, face painting, balloon art, cookies from J. Rae’s Bakery, and a chance to win a $250 Easter basket giveaway. It’s the perfect way to gather with family and friends for a lively spring celebration.
■ 2026 WBIT Semifinals| March 30 & April 1
Details: Charles Koch Arena | 1:30pm
BEST THINGS TO DO
■ Goldilocks and the Three Bears | March 27-28
Details: Wichita Children’s Theatre
Final Friday Food Truck Rally | March 27
Details: Wichita Boathouse | 5pm
■ ICT Ya Hangouts Dance Lessons | March 27
Details: Wichita Union Stockyards | 6:30pm
■ Adult Skate Night | March 27
Details: Carousel Skate Center | 9:30pm
Join us for Adult Night every Friday! Must be 21 with a Valid ID. $10 Cover (skates included). Beer & mixed drinks available. Check out our feature on what to expect here.
■ Girl Scout Day at the Zoo | March 28
Details: Sedgwick County Zoo | 10am
■ Matcha Madness | March 28
Details: Revolutsia | 11am
■ Egg The Park | March 28
Details: Central Riverside Park | Noon
■ Bar Olympics | March 28
Details: Old School Tap House | 3pm
■ The Dinner Detective | March 28
Details: Wichita Marriott | 6pm
■ Strike Out Cancer Bowling Benefit for Blood Cancer United | March 29
Details: Lucky Strike | Noon
Enjoy a family-friendly afternoon of bowling, arcade fun, food, and raffle prizes while supporting Blood Cancer United at this all-in-one entertainment fundraiser.
■ Central Stand Up 15 | March 29
Details: Central Standard Brewing | 5:30pm
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EASTER EVENTS IN WICHITA
AROUND THE CORNER
■ First Friday Pop-Up Markets at Hopping Gnome Brewing | April 3
Details: Hopping Gnome | 5pm
■ Native Art Market | April 4
Details: Mid-America All-Indian Center | 10am
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Sports
Wichita State Baseball
■ March 31 vs. Washburn at 11:05 a.m.
■ April 2-4 vs. Tulane
■ April 7 vs. Kansas State at 6:05 p.m.
Wichita State Softball
■ April 2-4 vs. Tulsa
■ April 8 vs. Oklahoma State
■ April 10-12 vs. UTSA
Wichita Thunder
■ March 27 vs. KC Mavericks at 7:05 p.m.
LIVE MUSIC
Visit this week and the schedule for the weeks ahead at our Live Music Calendar—sponsored by Mort’s Martini Bar.
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PERFORMING ARTS
Century II Performing Arts Center
■ April 1 | Elmo’s Got Moves
■ April 11 | Verdi Requiem
Crown Uptown Theatre
■ April 9 | Bored Teachers – Is It Friday Yet?
Mosley Street Melodrama
■ April 3 – May 16 | My Big Rad 80’s Wedding
Roxy’s Downtown
■ March 20 – April 25 | Jesus Christ Superstar
Don’t forget last week’s episode The Wichita Dinner Table
The city’s online talk show covering all things Wichita
Video available on Facebook and YouTube!
Audio available on Apple Podcast and Spotify!
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