Joanna Erickson

Fall Bazaars, Christmas Craft Shows, and Holiday Markets

Our list of fall and holiday craft fairs and markets is sponsored by the Wichita Flea Market! Find them at Kansas Star Arena and shop or rent a booth to sell your wares.

Shop for one-of-a-kind gifts and handmade items at these upcoming fall bazaars, Christmas craft fairs, open houses, artisan markets and other holiday shopping events in and around Wichita. Local artists and crafters have been hard at … [Read more...] about Fall Bazaars, Christmas Craft Shows, and Holiday Markets

Wichita Trick or Treat and Fall Fun Events for Halloween 2021

Here's our big list of family-friendly Halloween events in Wichita for 2021! This is where to find safe and not-so-scary trick-or-treating opportunities, trunk or treats, and other fun fall events or Halloween activities this year in … [Read more...] about Wichita Trick or Treat and Fall Fun Events for Halloween 2021

FREE Yoga in the Art Garden

Wichita Art Museum will once again host FREE Yoga in the Garden on Saturday morning, August 21, 2021. Guest instructor Kelsea Wright from Limitless Yoga will lead an all-levels flow class for ages 16 and older. The free yoga class … [Read more...] about FREE Yoga in the Art Garden

Free Dance Fitness at Naftzger Park

Wichita Park and Recreation is holding FREE dance fitness classes at the Evergy Pavilion in the newly remodeled Naftzger Park. The free classes are open to everyone ages 8 and up. (Those 18 and younger will need an adult accompanying … [Read more...] about Free Dance Fitness at Naftzger Park

Walking Book Club- Great Plains Nature Center

Enjoy the beauty of Wichita's Great Plains Nature Center while chatting with fellow book enthusiasts. Starting August 6, each first Friday of the month, Great Plains Nature Center welcomes people to a relaxed environment for learning … [Read more...] about Walking Book Club- Great Plains Nature Center

Arby’s offers 2 For $6 Everyday Value menu

Arby’s has the meats! Luckily, for bargain hunters, they also have the savings. The fast-food restaurant offers a hunger-busting deal on a few of its most popular menu items with its 2 for $6 Everyday Value menu. (The value menu … [Read more...] about Arby’s offers 2 For $6 Everyday Value menu

FREE Automobilia Moonlight Car Show and Street Party (and fireworks) 2021

Automobilia Moonlight Car Show and Street Party will be happening again in Wichita from 4 p.m. to midnight on Saturday, July 10. It's FREE to the public. And this year, they're having fireworks! This classic Wichita … [Read more...] about FREE Automobilia Moonlight Car Show and Street Party (and fireworks) 2021

Free and cheap summer fun for kids in Wichita

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Welcome to our kids' guide to summer! Below are some ideas of inexpensive summer fun with kids in Wichita - summer activities for kids, fun things to do, and family-friendly ideas that will help keep them busy and happy all summer … [Read more...] about Free and cheap summer fun for kids in Wichita

Derby Plaza Theater Cheap Summer Kids’ Movies

The fun is back for 2021. You can once again find cheap summer kids' movies in the Wichita area! (Thanks, Sherry B., for alerting us to this deal!) When it gets too hot to play outside, bring the kids to the Derby Plaza Theater for some … [Read more...] about Derby Plaza Theater Cheap Summer Kids’ Movies

Kayak Rentals on the Arkansas River

Starting Saturday, June 26, 2021 the City of Wichita Park and Recreation is bringing back this awesome service! Oops - this has been postponed. I believe you can still rent kayaks on the river from Boats and Bikes. Enjoy a nice … [Read more...] about Kayak Rentals on the Arkansas River

Rose Hill O.K. Kids Day

Saturday June 26, 2021 is Rose Hill's O.K. Kids Day! Outdoor Kansas for Kids Day is designed to give kids of all ages an opportunity to experience the outdoors. This FREE event in Rose Hill will do just that. The O.K. Kids Day … [Read more...] about Rose Hill O.K. Kids Day

Creature Feature at Great Plains Nature Center

Enjoy learning about different creatures outside with the Great Plains Nature Center! Every Monday during June and July, meet the creature experts out on the front lawn at 11 a.m. to learn about different … [Read more...] about Creature Feature at Great Plains Nature Center

FREE STEAM Kits from Wichita Public Library

Summer is all about popsicles, swimming, watermelon, and STEAM! Starting this summer, Wichita Public Library has STEAM kits to-go. STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. These fun and … [Read more...] about FREE STEAM Kits from Wichita Public Library

FREE Prairie Adventure Backpacks from Great Plains Nature Center

One of my favorite activities as a kid was digging in the ground making mud pies or going on long walks through nature. Thanks to Great Plains Nature Center you can get a FREE Prairie Adventure Backpack to help you explore nature even … [Read more...] about FREE Prairie Adventure Backpacks from Great Plains Nature Center

IHOP offers IHOPPY Hour with daily specials

This IHOP deal is fantastic for a cheap dinner with friends. In a twist on "happy hour," the IHOP menu offers "IHOPPY Hour" every day from 2 p.m. until 10 p.m. IHOP $5 Menu The popular diner launched its IHOP 5 dollar menu … [Read more...] about IHOP offers IHOPPY Hour with daily specials