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2025 Black and Yellow Gala

Black and Yellow Gala Set for August 16

3/31/2025 1:00:00 PM

WICHITA, Kan. – Wichita State Athletics will host its third annual Black and Yellow Gala presented by Equity Bank on Saturday, Aug. 16 at Charles Koch Arena. The fundraising dinner and auction will support all intercollegiate sports at Wichita State. 

This year's event will feature a Roaring 20's theme throughout the arena and guests will come dressed to impress.

There are several different ticket options including a VIP table for eight that includes premium table location, early entry for the silent auction, special guest at the table and a gift. The VIP table is $2,500, which includes a private pre-event in the exclusive speakeasy.
 
A regular table of eight is $1,600 and an individual ticket is $175.

This year's dinner and auction will be held on the arena floor to give attendees a new, unique experience. Dinner, drinks, appetizers and desserts from a variety of local businesses will be provided. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage directly with student-athletes, coaches and athletic staff throughout the evening. Live music and special programming featuring notable Shockers will round out the night's planned activities.
 
Doors open at 5 p.m. for the silent auction followed by dinner at 6:30 p.m. and the live auction at 7 p.m.

Proceeds from the event will go directly to support all Wichita State athletic programs.

Call (316) 978-FANS to purchase tickets or a table or click here. For additional information, call (316) 978-7276.
 
If you can't attend, but still want to support, contact the development office at (316) 978-7276 to learn how you can be involved with a silent or live auction item donation, sponsorship opportunities or philanthropic gift to support the Gala.

 
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