Annual Events

ANNUAL EVENTS

Join us throughout the year for signature events at the museum and across the community.

The Great Plains Transportation Museum hosts a series of annual events designed to engage the community and fuel our mission. From family-friendly festivals to premier fundraising experiences, each event offers opportunities to attend, support, and sponsor.

Explore what’s ahead—and find your place on the journey.

Baron’s Back Nine Golf Tournament

August 31, 2026

A golf tournament bringing community together for friendly competition and meaningful support of rail preservation.

Railfest

September 26, 2026

A family-friendly celebration of rail history featuring interactive experiences, historic equipment, and community fun at the museum.

Baron’s Ball

October 22, 2026

An elegant evening of dining and celebration honoring our region’s rail heritage while advancing the Museum’s mission.

Be Part of the Journey.

Support historic preservation while positioning your organization alongside one of Wichita’s most distinctive cultural experiences.Explore sponsorship opportunities and event partnership levels in our 2026 guide.

Sponsor any two events and/or purchase sponsorships by March 15, 2026 and get a 10% discount.

Sponsor all three events and/or purchase by March 15, 2026 and get a 15% discount.

Download the Sponsorship Prospectus