Good morning, Topeka.

Fiesta Topeka has launched a new bilingual app (Fiesta Connect) to share event details and volunteer sign-ups while naming high school seniors Gabriela Gonzalez and Joselinee Morales Aquino as royalty candidates; festival activities will run from April through July, with food sales starting April 13 at the Marlo Cuevas-Balandran Activity Center.

Constitution Hall in Topeka stands as a key symbol of the city’s Free State legacy (marking its role in opposing slavery).

Planned tours and exhibits will offer local residents a closer look at its historic significance through educational programs.

Local teens join the Topeka Way to Work program to gain skills & hands-on experience with 14 host businesses paying $7.25/hour.

An info session at the Topeka Center for Advanced Learning and Careers was held Sunday, March 29, and businesses will interview youth applicants in April.

Topeka West High School is hosting its 12th annual mattress fundraiser to raise funds for the band program and a trip to the Liberty Bowl.

Students show teamwork while selling mattresses and aim to collect between $3,000 and $14,000 in one day.

Washburn University inducted 32 first-generation students, faculty, and staff into Tri-Alpha on Sunday, Mar.

29 to honor academic success and build a supportive community. The event marked Kansas’ first Chi Chapter that partners with local colleges (criteria for membership include at least 30 credit hours and a 3.2 GPA).

2026 Spring Topeka Market Days

April 10-11 — Hotel Topeka At City Center — Entry varies — Explore over 100 unique vendors while enjoying live music and delicious food options.

Jefferson Starship Live Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Prairie Band Casino & Resort — Cost info not provided — Experience iconic arena rock with Jefferson Starship's legendary hits.

Switch In Time Rocks The Barrelhouse

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Happy Basset Brewing Co — No cover charge — Enjoy an evening of legendary rock music with a favorite setlist to keep you dancing.