Fond Farewell to Lawrence-Dumont Stadium
Wichita will bid farewell to its Lawrence-Dumont Stadium with a FREE event on Saturday, October 13, 2018. The City of Wichita Park & Recreation department will host the farewell event from 2:30-9 p.m. Take a Seat Update: If you want to buy a seat – like, literally take home a seat from Lawrence-Dumont Stadium – […]
Save $2 on tickets to Night of the Living Zoo
UPDATE: It doesn’t look like the zoo is going to have Night of the Living Zoo in 2019. Here’s a link to the Boo at Zoo event happening on October 26 and 27. Save $2 per ticket on admission to Night of the Living Zoo when you purchase them in advance. Night of the Living […]
Wichita Public Golf Courses thanks customers with $5 green fees
Do you know someone who plays golf? The City of Wichita Public Golf Courses will hold a Customer Appreciation Day on October 31 with a huge discount on green fees. On Wednesday, October 31, Wichita Public Golf Courses will thank their loyal golfers with $5 green fees and $1 hot dogs. The discount is good […]
“Scare in the Air” a family-friendly Halloween event at Kansas Aviation Museum
Visit Kansas Aviation Museum this month for an affordable and family-friendly Halloween event. Kids in costume get in free! “Scare in the Air” at Kansas Aviation Museum is a not-so-scary Halloween event for kids. Activities include candy stations for trick-or-treating, various games, and crafts. This special event will be held from noon to 4 p.m. […]
Dog and Family Day at Lawrence Dumont Stadium
Does your pooch need a playdate? Do the kids need some fun and free time? City of Wichita Park & Recreation is hosting a Dog and Family Day at Lawrence-Dumont Stadium on October 6. Thanks to reader Tori for letting me know about this event! They’ll have food trucks, a pop-up dog park, and a […]
Wichita Taste
Wichita Taste will be a food and entertainment celebration this weekend in downtown Wichita. All ages are welcome to this event. This isn’t exactly cheap, but it’s not too bad considering you get the concerts and a bit of the food, too. I did just discover a tip for saving a little money if you […]
Great Planes of KAM and Foul Air Car Show
On Saturday, September 29, visit the Kansas Aviation Museum for two special events: Great Planes of KAM and the Foul Air Car Show. Great Planes of KAM This will be an opportunity to see planes that aren’t normally showcased at the Aviation Museum, and talk to the volunteers who have worked on them, and […]
Free WSU Open House Weekend
Wichita State University will be holding a free Open House weekend September 28-30, 2018. They’ll have three days of events, food, and fun for the whole community. A highlight of the event will be visiting the new Braeburn Square, a 20-acre development with shopping, dining, and entertainment options. You’ll also be able to participate in […]
Walktober
It’s time to take advantage of this beautiful fall weather, get in shape, and get to know our city a little better. October is Walktober in Wichita. Sponsored by the Health and Wellness Coalition, Walktober is a month-long walking program in October designed to encourage walking on a daily basis and inspire people to make […]
Toys of the Future exhibit at Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum
The Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum will have a new exhibit on display through the end of the year. Toys of the Future is the stellar and widely celebrated Goldbarth Collection of 20th century “space toys.” The exhibit will open with a special reception Saturday afternoon, September 22, 2018, from 1-5 p.m. Admission to the museum […]
History Talk on WWI and Early Wichita Aviation by Edward H. Phillips
The Wichita Art Museum will host a talk by aviation journalist Edward H. Phillips on Thursday evening, September 20, 2018. When the guns of August 1914 roared, their fury was felt around the world. The brutal, protracted war witnessed the first use of the “aeroplane” as a weapon of destruction. When the United States entered […]
Wichita Art Museum Fall Exhibit Opening: Kansas Land
The Wichita Art Museum will open its fall exhibition, Kansas Land, with a special opening reception. The exhibition will be on display through March 10, 2019. It features the recent work of two photographers – Larry Schwarm and Bryon Darby, who each worked in collaboration with a team of researchers – showing what Kansas farm […]
Friends University Theater Production: Frankenstein
Friends University will present the recent adaptation of Frankenstein Friday, Sept. 28, and Saturday, Sept. 29. The fall theatre production is a new drama by Bo List and produced by special arrangement with Dramatic Publishing Company. Frankenstein is based on the 200-year-old gothic novel by Mary Shelly. It is a morality play, focusing on choices […]
Youth Archery Workshop at O.J. Watson Park
The City of Wichita Parks and Recreation Department is holding a Youth Archery Workshop Saturday, September 22, for just $7. Pre-registration is required for this beginners’ archery workshop, which will be held from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. It is for youth ages 7 to 12 years old. Young people will receive an introduction to basic […]
Free day at the Indian Center
Get free admission to the Mid-America All-Indian Center in Wichita on October 6, 2018. KPTS Channel 8 has teamed up with the Indian Center to promote its new four-part documentary, Native America, which explores the history of indigenous people in North and South America. The event will be called Native America Celebration Day and will […]
Red Lobster offers five early dining specials
Seafood lovers will want to hook these deals before the sun sets. Red Lobster recently introduced early dining specials — perfect for those who prefer their savings (and seafood) during the day. Even better, these “Weekday Win” offers are a a long-term fixture on its menu, so you can keep going back for weeks to come. The […]
9/20 Free Sushi Day at P.F. Chang’s!
Here’s a delicious deal for you. P.F. Chang’s surprised me with its FREE Sushi Day a whole month earlier than it was last year. Thursday, September 20 is FREE Sushi Day at P.F. Chang’s. On FREE Sushi Day, the Asian eatery is giving customers hand-rolled fresh sushi for FREE — no purchase necessary. You can […]
$1 cones or freezes at Andy’s Frozen Custard Wichita
The Andy’s Frozen Custard location in Wichita is having a “back-to-school sale” on its creamy frozen custard treats. Get $1 cones or Freezes all day on Saturday, September 15, 2018. An Andy’s old-fashioned Freeze is your favorite soda blended with freshly made vanilla frozen custard. The one dollar price tag is good on a small […]
FREE Queso at On the Border
As you may know, On The Border always serves free chips and salsa. It’s one of the best parts of eating at a Mexican restaurant. But for a limited time, you can get a free order of OTB’s signature queso to go with your chips and salsa when you sign up for On The Border’s […]
Family Latin Concert Series at Botanica
Do something Fantástico with your family this Fall! Celebrate Latino culture with a weekly concert in the Children’s Garden Meadow. This four night-concert series, every Thursday from Sept. 13th-Oct. 4th presents a soundscape of live Latin music and local folk dancers. Find the ‘Frida’ in a different garden each Thursday night for a festive prize! […]
Fireworks and concert at Capitol Federal Amphitheater
This should be entertaining! Cap Fed Amphitheater will host a terrific concert and fireworks show mid-September. The National Fireworks Association is holding its big annual expo right here in Wichita, Kansas. And on Friday, September 14, 2018, we get to be the happy beneficiaries of the best they’ve got to show off! The Concert Tommy […]
Free Haysville concert in the park with Mudbugs
Haysville Recreation is hosting a FREE concert in the park this September. Local Cajun & Zydeco Band The Mudbugs will perform. If you haven’t seen them yet, this is a great opportunity! These folks put enough energy into a performance to pass around to the crowd of listeners. Here’s an example: The Mudbugs concert is […]
Village Inn: All you can eat pancakes for just $3.99 in September
Do you love pancakes on the cheap? All month long in September, the popular family-friendly diner Village Inn is celebrating its 60th birthday by offering all-you-can-eat pancakes for just $3.99 at participating locations. (Reorders are served as a stack of two pancakes.) Dine-in only and no sharing, please. Even better, famished frugalists (with a sweet tooth – and those who have […]
Free chicken nuggets at Chick-fil-A
It’s not often Chick-fil-A sponsors a national giveaway, so ask for extra Chick-fil-A Sauce on this one. Chick-fil-A fans, get ready to start dippin’! From Aug. 30 to Sept. 29, get a FREE order of chicken nuggets (8-ct., original or grilled) at participating locations. How do you get the freebie? All you have to do is download (or update) the app […]
Free “Meet the Breeds” event this weekend
Considering getting a dog to add to the family? The Wichita Kennel Club is hosting a FREE “Meet the Breeds” event this weekend at Century II. Members of several local dog, kennel and training clubs will be on hand with their dogs to answer questions and help visitors decide which dog breed is right for […]