Get Outside and Get Festive This April in #DowntownWichita
Spring has officially arrived in Wichita, and there’s no better place to enjoy the sunshine than downtown. From vibrant markets and tulip-filled gardens to outdoor movies and community celebrations, April is packed with events that highlight the best of the city. Here’s your guide to getting outside and getting festive this month:
Old Town Farm & Art Market: Opening Day – April 5
Start your Saturdays with the beloved Old Town Farm & Art Market, opening April 5 and running through Dec. 20. Set against a backdrop of brick-lined streets and historic limestone buildings, this weekly event is a staple of the downtown community.
Nearly 100 vendors will fill Farm & Art Market Plaza and Mosley Street, which will be closed to traffic. Shoppers will find everything from handcrafted soap and jewelry to kettle corn, specialty pasta and fresh coffee. Local food trucks will also be on-site each week.
Botanica Tulip Festival – April 5
Celebrate the season in full color at Botanica's Tulip Festival, featuring more than 70,000 tulips across 100 stunning varieties. This annual event is a springtime must for families, gardeners and anyone who loves a good photo op.
Activities include:
Wichita Wind Surge: First Home Game – April 8
Baseball is back! The Wichita Wind Surge kicks off its home season on Tuesday, April 8, with a game against the Midland RockHounds.
The first 5,000 fans will receive a 2025 magnet schedule, courtesy of Coca-Cola.
RiverFlix Outdoor Movies – Launches April 18
Pack a blanket and enjoy a movie under the stars at RiverFlix, a free outdoor film series at the Wichita Foundation Amphitheater at Exploration Place. Opening night will feature "Finding Dory" and plenty of family-friendly fun.
Each Friday through Oct. 17 (excluding July 4 and Oct. 3), families can enjoy classic films, food trucks and concessions from Snack Lab.
Event details:
Downtown Wichita Clean-Up – April 26
Give back to the community during the Downtown Wichita Clean-Up—a volunteer-powered event that brings people together to keep the heart of the city looking its best. Volunteers from across Wichita will team up to tackle a variety of tasks, including painting, landscaping, graffiti removal and trash pickup. Join the fun!
Shop & Grub: Opening Day – April 27
Wichita’s favorite outdoor market is back for its fifth season! Shop & Grub is a monthly event bringing together more than 40 local and regional vendors for a day of shopping, food and fun.
Explore unique finds including vintage clothing, handcrafted jewelry, home goods and local art — plus food trucks and occasional live music.
Tour de Wichita – April 27
Join the only urban ride and walk that showcases Wichita’s neighborhoods, attractions, artwork and architecture. Tour de Wichita benefits Bike Walk Wichita and Great Plains Diabetes and offers multiple ways to participate — from a 15-mile ride to a scenic family walk.
The event concludes with a party at Brick & Mortar, featuring live music, activities for all ages and food and beverages.
Looking Ahead
Mark your calendar for more upcoming events this spring and summer:
Whether you're exploring local markets, enjoying a film under the stars or getting your hands dirty at a community clean-up, there’s no shortage of ways to get outside and get festive this April in #DowntownWichita.
Make plans, bring your friends and family, and share your adventures online — because there’s something for everyone downtown this spring.
