Save the dates for the 6th Annual Kansas Arts Network Annual Conference (previously known as Kansas Arts Councils Symposium) in Wichita, Kansas. The conference brings together emerging and established arts administrators, organizations, and artists from around Kansas to facilitate professional development, partnership, and celebration of the arts in our communities.

The 2026 event is presented in partnership with the City of Wichita’s Division of Arts and Cultural Services.

Registration and more information coming soon!

Session Proposal or Requests: The Kansas Arts Network, in partnership with the City of Wichita's Division of Arts and Cultural Services, is open to proposals and requests for the upcoming Kansas Arts Network Arts Conference, to be held in Wichita from July 22-24, 2026. Please use the form link to propose and/or request any potential sessions you would like to see happen during the conference. We cannot guarantee that every proposed or requested session will be accepted, but we will do our best to ensure the conference is as dynamic and helpful for our potential attendees as possible. To submit an idea, please fill out this form. Deadline to submit: April 30, 2026.

Sponsorship: Join us in helping make this conference possible! Sponsorship helps keep our registration costs low and ensures that artists presenting their craft at the conference are adequately paid for the services. Check out the sponsorship levels available or let us know if you are interested in a custom sponsorship option that suites your organization or business. Sponsorship Information.