Wichita, Kan., April 20, 2026—Downtown Wichita invites the community to roll up their sleeves and participate in the Downtown Wichita Clean-Up event on Saturday, April 25, beginning at 9 a.m.

This event brings together volunteers to tidy up downtown, reinforcing the connection between a well-maintained core and economic growth and vibrancy.

Individuals and groups from area businesses, clubs and organizations have already committed to participating. They will take on a variety of tasks, including bridge painting, park landscaping and trash pick-up. 
As part of the day’s festivities, PEC will provide T-shirts and Evergy will provide a complimentary lunch at Downtown Wichita to thank the volunteers for their hard work.

Additional volunteers are welcome to register here. The event is free and open to the public.
Members of the media are encouraged to attend, as the event offers great visuals of volunteers actively beautifying their city.

“A clean and inviting downtown is essential to attracting businesses, visitors and residents,” explained Downtown Wichita Executive Director Heather Schroeder. “This event is a hands-on opportunity for the community to come together and make a visible impact on our city.”

Event Details:

•    Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026
•    Location: Check-in at Downtown Wichita, 501 E. Douglas Ave.
•    Time: Clean up: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., Lunch: 12:15 p.m.

The Downtown Wichita Clean-Up would not be possible without the generosity of its partners. The City of Wichita’s Park & Recreation and Public Works & Utilities departments have played a key role in supporting this effort, ensuring volunteers have many of the supplies needed to complete the various jobs. PEC t-shirt sponsor.

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About Downtown Wichita
Downtown Wichita is a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation that amplifies the energy, capital, and growth of downtown by empowering residents, visitors and businesses to explore the possibilities of the city’s core. Collaborating with stakeholders, the organization stimulates continued investment and interest downtown and connects resources from the private sector and local government that allow commerce and culture to thrive. For more information visit: https://downtownwichita.org/home.