Summer Family Movies at The Orpheum
The Orpheum Theater in Wichita has added another summer film series to its lineup, but this one is specially for kids and families. The series features film adaptations of children’s books by British author Roald Dahl. Showtimes are 2 p.m. for each of the movies in the Roald Dahl Family Film Series at the Orpheum […]
Summer Movie Nights at Towne West Square
Summer Movie Nights are back at Towne West Square Mall beginning June 14! Enjoy the hottest family-friendly movies in the air-conditioned Center Court at Towne West in June, July, and August this year. They’ll have FREE color-changing cups (while supplies last) and popcorn for the first 250 guests. See the schedule below for showtimes and […]
Orpheum Theater’s Party Like It’s 1999 Summer Film Series
Friday night date night! The Orpheum Theater summer film series is back beginning in June. The Party Like It’s 1999 summer film series should be fun for adults who reminisce about the year leading up to the turn of the century. The classic theater is showing some 1999 classics and cult flicks from what they […]
Kohl’s promo codes 20% and 30% off sitewide
If you have a Kohl’s charge card, you get those mailers via snail mail where you peel off to reveal your discount of 15%, 20%, or 30%. You know the one I mean? Woo-hoo! Throw that latest postcard in the trash if it’s anything less than the big 30%. 🙂 These days, you can get […]
Free children’s music theater at ICT Popup Park
What a great morning activity with the kids! The ICT Popup Park will be the location for free mini theater acts for kids this summer. Related: Free and cheap summer fun for kids in Wichita KS Talented kids from The Studio voice coaching school will perform classic Disney songs. Kids will be able to sing […]
Emprise Bank cardholders get FREE admission to Nature Connects at Botanica on June 11
If you have kids, you’re probably already familiar with all the incredible things that can be built with LEGOs, but it’s unlikely you’ve ever seen anything like the LEGO sculptures Botanica has on display right now. This traveling exhibit, Nature Connects, features incredible works of art made with LEGOs by Sean Kenney. The sculptures reflect […]
Foreign currency (in any amount) gets you a deal at McDonald’s Thursday
On June 6, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., McDonald’s is taking any amount of foreign currency in exchange for one of its new Worldwide Favorites menu items.
Kansas Critters at the Riverside Park “Zoo”
Naturalists from the Great Plains Nature Center will be at the Kansas Wildlife Exhibit in Riverside Park (also known by locals as the Riverside Park Zoo) on Fridays during the lunch hour this summer to talk about Kansas Critters. They’ll feed the animals and you’ll get an up-close encounter with some Kansas wildlife! Visit the […]
World’s Largest Swimming Lesson in Wichita
This year we have even more opportunities in Wichita to participate in the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson! Help break a Guinness World Record at city pools and at Rock River Rapids this June. It’s FREE to participate. Related: Where to Swim in Wichita Splash Parks and Water Playgrounds The World’s Largest Swimming Lesson is an […]
Yoga by the Pool
Try a little stress-relieving yoga followed by a dip in the pool this summer. Siva Yoga and Wichita Park and Recreation are teaming up this summer to offer Yoga by the Pool for ages 16+. The 40-minute yoga session will be held on the deck of College Hill Swimming Pool. Come dressed comfortably for yoga, […]
Opera on the Lake at Bradley Fair
Here’s something that you don’t get to do every day. The Wichita Grand Opera will perform again this year during Opera on the Lake on May 30, 2019 at Bradley Fair. General admission to Opera on the Lake is FREE. This year’s theme is Rock Opera, which will include La Bohème, Rent, songs from The […]
Floatin’ on the River: Glow Tour
Here’s a really unique experience you can have in Wichita! You’ll see the Keeper of the Plains and the lighting of the ring of fire from a whole new perspective. Wichita Department of Park and Recreation is offering a Moonlight Kayak Glow Tour on the Arkansas River. You’ll paddle your kayak under the stars, […]
FREE admission to Georgia O’Keeffe exhibit
The Wichita Art Museum has a special exhibit right now from the Brooklyn Museum on Georgia O’Keeffe. The regular price for viewing this special exhibition is $20 for adults, but in May the Museum is offering a FREE admission day to Georgia O’Keeffe: Art, Image, Style. “Georgia O’Keeffe: Art, Image, Style is the first exhibition […]
Free parent/caregiver education class from National Alliance on Mental Illness
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is offering a FREE class for parents or caregivers of children who show signs of struggling with mental health symptoms. The free class begins on June 2 and will be held at West Heights United Methodist Church in west Wichita. You will need to register in advance. Below […]
Argonia Days festival
Argonia Days, a small town festival in Kansas, is back on the calendar for 2021. The small town about 45 minutes southwest of Wichita has announced its list of events for the 2021 Argonia Days get together. Included is the citywide garage sale in Argonia. The fun begins with a parade in the morning. Vendor […]
Keeper of the Plains Anniversary Celebration
On Saturday, May 18, 2019, the Friends of the Keeper will host a celebration for the 45th anniversary of the Keeper of the Plains statue at the Mid-America All-Indian Center. This will be a fun way to celebrate the gift given to our city by Native American artist Blackbear Bosin. Admission of $5 per person […]
FREE Kite Festival in Derby
What better way to take advantage of one of Kansas’ natural resources than participating in the FREE kite festival in Derby on a nice May weekend? The 2019 Derby Kite Festival will be held May 18 at High Park in Derby (2801 E. James St.). Since this is an outdoor event, be sure to visit the […]
Kids to Parks Day
Kids to Parks Day is an annual “National Day of Outdoor Play” on the third Saturday of May, which was established by the National Park Trust in an effort to help kids and families get out and enjoy their local, state, and national parks. This nationwide celebration was launched in May of 2011. Each year, […]
National Miniature Golf Day: FREE and discounted mini-golf season passes at All Star Wichita
National Miniature Golf Day is the second Saturday in May, and All Star Wichita is celebrating with two great mini-golf deals at both east and west locations. Related: Places to Play Mini Golf in Wichita Free Season Mini Golf Pass According to their websites, All Star Sports in west Wichita and All Star Adventures in […]
Pracht Wetlands Park Ribbon Cutting
There’s a new wetlands park being developed within the city limits of Wichita. If you’re a west-sider, you may have noticed the construction going on in the field behind Home Goods and across the street from Sam’s Club. The official ribbon-cutting of Pracht Wetlands Park will be held on Saturday, May 11, 2019 rescheduled for […]
Spring Art Fair at Mark Arts
Mark Arts will host its annual Spring Art Fair on Friday, May 10, 2019. Support local artisans and find lots of one-of-a-kind gifts for Mothers Day. They’ll have pottery, paintings, jewelry, sculpture, enameling, prints and more at a variety of price points. Admission to the Spring Art Fair at Mark Arts is FREE. The fair […]
Regal Theaters bonus gift card deal
Do you have a movie-loving mom? Regal Cinemas is offering a Mothers Day gift card bonus offer that will get Mom $10 in free concessions. Beginning Monday, May 6, receive a $10 Concessions Promo eCard for every $50 in Regal eCards purchased. With the deal, you can treat Mom (and the rest of the […]
Wichita Park and Recreation hosts free family activities
The Wichita Park and Recreation department has a mobile “recreation station” designed to encourage folks to visit our public parks and promote getting outside, getting active, and having fun. The Recreation Station launched in 2015, and offers great, FREE things for kids and families to do throughout this summer and fall! These free family play […]
FREE: Herb Day and Plant Sale at the Sedgwick County Extension
The 2019 Herb Day and Plant Sale is scheduled for Saturday, May 4 at the Sedgwick County Extension Education Center at 21st and Ridge in Wichita. Admission is FREE. Related: 2019 Wichita Farmers Markets FREE Family Board Game Nights at Sedgwick County Extension It’s a fun day of activities, education, and talking to the local […]
KO for Kids Block Party
Knockout for Kids is a family-friendly boxing event (no boxing experience needed) and FREE block party. Focused less on the “workout,” it is a fundraising event and celebration for all the Kansas kids fighting a pediatric disease. All proceeds benefit Wesley Children’s Foundation. The block party is FREE and open to participants, families and the […]