Wichita Hosts Exciting Spring Events

From basketball tournaments to baseball games and Broadway shows, the Air Capital has a full slate of activities this season.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 11:07pm

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Wichita, Kansas is gearing up for a busy spring season with a variety of events and activities taking place in the city. The Women's Basketball Invitation Tournament will be held at Charles Koch Arena, the Wichita Wind Surge baseball team will have their home opener, and the city will host Broadway shows like "The Music Man" and "Clue" at Century II.

Why it matters

Wichita is positioning itself as a vibrant destination for sports, entertainment, and cultural events this spring, drawing visitors to experience the city's offerings and boosting the local economy.

The details

The Women's Basketball Invitation Tournament will take place on Wednesday, April 5th, with Columbia playing BYU. The Wichita Wind Surge will have their home opener on Thursday, April 6th, against Northwest Arkansas, with additional games on Friday and Saturday. On April 17th, competitive eater Joey Chestnut will make an appearance before the Wind Surge game, when the team will play as the Chili Buns. Broadway in Wichita is bringing "The Music Man" to Century II from April 24-26, and "Clue" will run from May 15-17.

  • The Women's Basketball Invitation Tournament will be held on Wednesday, April 5, 2026.
  • The Wichita Wind Surge will have their home opener on Thursday, April 6, 2026, with additional games on Friday and Saturday.
  • On April 17, 2026, competitive eater Joey Chestnut will make an appearance before the Wind Surge game.
  • "The Music Man" will be at Century II from April 24-26, 2026.
  • "Clue" will be at Century II from May 15-17, 2026.

The players

Visit Wichita

The official destination marketing organization for Wichita, Kansas, promoting the city's events, attractions, and tourism offerings.

Jemelle Holopirek

A representative from Visit Wichita who joined KSN News at Noon to preview the upcoming spring events in the city.

Joey Chestnut

A well-known competitive eater who will be in Wichita on April 17, 2026 to meet fans and take part in a friendly competition before a Wichita Wind Surge game.

Wichita Wind Surge

The minor league baseball team in Wichita, Kansas, who will be playing their home opener on April 6, 2026.

Broadway in Wichita

The organization bringing Broadway shows like "The Music Man" and "Clue" to Century II in Wichita.

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What they’re saying

“You got to get out there. We are so proud to be hosting this tournament here in Wichita.”

— Jemelle Holopirek, Representative, Visit Wichita

“I love this time of year because you feel like you're going into spring, going into summer. They do so many promotions out there that make it so family-friendly, so you're not just out there watching baseball, you're having a blast with your whole family.”

— Jemelle Holopirek, Representative, Visit Wichita

What’s next

Tickets for the upcoming events in Wichita, including the Women's Basketball Invitation Tournament, Wichita Wind Surge games, and Broadway shows, are available through the respective event organizers and venues.

The takeaway

Wichita is positioning itself as a vibrant destination for sports, entertainment, and cultural events this spring, offering a diverse lineup of activities that cater to a wide range of interests and age groups, from basketball tournaments to baseball games and Broadway shows.