Daily editionMonday, March 16th, 2026
Good morning, Wichita.
The Daily Wichita Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of March.
Culture
Delano held its first St. Patrick’s Day parade as a common consumption area yesterday and drew a large crowd (marking the event's debut as a new community celebration).
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Miss Wichita was held on March 15 with local contestants competing for the crown (final results to be announced soon).
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Sports
The Wichita State Shockers earned a three seed in the National Invitation Tournament and will host Wyoming at Charles Koch Arena on Tuesday, March 17 with a tip-off at 6 p.m. The game will air on ESPNU.
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The Kansas Jayhawks will start their NCAA tournament against 13th-seeded Cal Baptist in San Diego this Friday after competing in the Big 12 Tournament in Kansas City and may face the winner of the St. John's + Northern Iowa matchup on Sunday.
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Wichita Events
Carden International Circus Spectacular
Friday, March 20th, 2026 · 6:30-9:30 p.m. — Park City Arena — $9-$30 — Experience thrilling acts and family-friendly fun with pre-show activities including rides and face painting.
Wicked City Roller Derby vs. Natural State (Arkansas)
Saturday, March 21st, 2026 · 6-9 p.m. — The Cotillion — Kids 12 and under free with paying adult — Experience the thrilling matchup between local roller derby teams in an all-ages event.
Time to Paddy 5k/10k & Lucky 13.1 Half Marathon
Sunday, March 22nd, 2026 · 8 a.m. — Botanica, The Wichita Gardens — Registration fees apply — Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with family-friendly running events featuring fun swag and community spirit.
Chair Yoga Class at Haysville Senior Center
Monday, March 23rd, 2026 · 10:00 – 10:45 AM — Haysville Senior Center — Free for members — Experience a supportive yoga practice designed to enhance strength and flexibility through gentle chair movements.
WWE NXT Live in Wichita
Thursday, March 26th, 2026 · 6:30-10:30 p.m. — The Cotillion — $35.05 to $179.11 — Witness NXT champions and superstars live in action for the first time in Wichita.
Chair Yoga at Park City Senior Center
Friday, March 27th, 2026 · 9:30-10:15 a.m. — Park City Senior Center — Free for members — Experience supportive chair yoga that enhances strength, mobility, and community spirit.
Fittest In Wichita
Saturday, March 28th, 2026 · 9 a.m. — Station 0 — $50 to compete, free to watch — A community-driven fitness competition featuring local gyms, activities for all ages, and supporting mental health programs for firefighters.
2026 Women's Basketball Invitation Tournament
Monday, March 30th, 2026 · 1:30-6 p.m. — Charles Koch Arena — $40+ — Watch the best of women's basketball compete for the WBIT crown in Wichita's exciting final games.
Elmo's Got The Moves
Wednesday, April 1st, 2026 · 6-9 p.m. — Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center — Tickets required — Dance and play along with Elmo and his Sesame Street friends in a magical live experience.
That Arena Rock Show
Thursday, April 2nd, 2026 · 8-11 p.m. — The Cotillion — $28.14 — Experience a high-energy tribute to classic rock anthems of the 70s and 80s.