Wichita Children’s Business Fair
Here’s your chance to support local child entrepreneurs. This is a one day Business Fair. These kids came up with a business idea, created a product or service, and built a marketing strategy. Now they will get the opportunity to sell their products to customers at this one-day marketplace. You can support these children as […]
Kansas Road Trip: Mushroom Rock Park & Kanopolis Lake
Last summer, my sister and I packed up the kids and went on some fantastic day trips from Wichita.On our first Kansas road trip of the summer, we visited Mushroom Rock State Park and Kanopolis Lake State Park. Mushroom Rock State Park Our first stop was Mushroom Rock State Park. At only 5 acres in […]
FREE WSU Math Circle for Kids in Grades 5-7
Graphs, vectors, and matrices! Oh my! If you have a child or student who is interested in deep thinking about all things math, Wichita State University’s Math Circle might be just what they’re looking for. The program, which is sponsored by the Mathematical Sciences Research Institute and the National Security Agency (yes, the NSA), gives […]
Kansas Road Trip: Henry’s Candy Co. in Dexter, Kansas
Sometimes you just need to get out of town and get back to nature. On one of our Kansas Road Trips, we took a day trip to see the waterfall at Cowley State Fishing Lake. On the way there, we stopped at Henry’s Candy Co. in Dexter, Kansas. When we told the kids we were […]
Kansas Road Trip: Coronado Heights
Approximately 80 miles northwest of Wichita, you will find the Coronado Heights Castle atop the only hill for miles around. It is a fun place to explore with your family and makes a great family road trip. Read about our family day trip from Wichita, a short history of Coronado Heights, and get a […]
Kansas Road Trip: Cowley State Fishing Lake Waterfall
The waterfall at Cowley State Fishing Lake in Arkansas City (aka Ark City) is a fun place to explore, and not too far from Wichita! Read about our family day trip and get a few helpful tips to make your visit fun and successful. Don’t want to miss out on all the free deals? We […]
Exploration Place Exhibit that Brings Wichita’s Aviation Industry to Life
The permanent exhibit, Design, Build, Fly is always open at Exploration Place! The exhibit encompasses all that makes Wichita the “Air Capital of the World”. This hands-on experience is a great way for generations to bond and feel a sense of pride in our community. I envision parents and grandparents enjoying the exhibit and telling their children and […]
Build-a-Bear Pay Your Age Deal
Has your child been begging you for a Build-a-Bear? In that case, you’ll jump for joy. Build-a-Bear is hosting a Pay Your Age promotion. You can get in and out of a Build-A-Bear workshop for as low as $1 if you take your one year old during their birthday month. That’s right, bring the birthday […]
The Arcade Downtown Wichita: Fun for Everyone
The Arcade in Wichita has a newer location in Downtown Wichita. The Arcade is filled with games from 1980 and 1990. It opened in 2017, but the new site has four times the indoor space as the original location. Find out below what day is half-price! About the Arcade in Wichita: They have 100 classic […]
Free Thanksgiving Meals and Food Distribution this Holiday
Below are some resources on how to receive Thanksgiving Meals in Wichita. Some of these events will provide free food, turkey distribution, Thanksgiving food boxes through the Kansas Food Bank, and community outreach dinners. We are wishing everyone a safe and joyful Thanksgiving celebration! 2023 Thanksgiving Meals & Food Distribution: Turkey Distribution from Open Door […]
Winfield Isle of Lights Christmas Display
Winfield, KS has a beautiful mile-long Christmas display that’s a must see for your yearly family tradition! The volunteer-run Isle of Lights features several displays PLUS an 18 foot LED-lit Christmas Tree! The tree is located by the entrance of Island Park. Admission to Winfield’s Isle of Lights is free, but they do accept donations. […]
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
Wichita Children’s Theater and Dance Center will host their 37th annual production of The Best Christmas Pageant Ever in December again this year. The Best Christmas Pageant Ever is a funny and memorable story about an outrageous family of children who learn the Christmas story and help everyone to rediscover its true meaning. This will be […]
Kids Eat Free at Carlos O’Kelly’s Back to School Deal
Kids Eat FREE! This Monday-Friday, Aug 15-19, 2022. Enjoy the final days of summer with some family time around the table – on us! This Monday thru Friday, enjoy FREE Kids’ Meals! Two free Kids’ Meals per adult purchase. DINE-IN only. Valid Aug 15-19. Offer is good for ages 12 and under! ONLY […]
FREE Art Start Program for Preschool Age Kids at the Wichita Art Museum
Here’s something fun, free, and educational for the younger set. Art Start is an hour-long interactive program for preschoolers ages 3–5 from the Wichita Art Museum. Each month, a new theme is presented that relates to the making and meaning of works of art in the museum’s collection. Preschoolers participate in visual arts activities that […]
Free book for kids from Barnes and Noble Summer Reading Program
This summer, Barnes & Noble wants kids to go on an adventure without ever leaving their backyard or bedroom. All they need is a good book and a vivid imagination. Barnes & Noble’s Summer Reading Program rewards kids (grades one through six) with a FREE book after they’ve taken just eight literary adventures. Along […]
Free Annual Skin Cancer Screening
As the weather gets warmer and we all spend more time outside, it’s a good time to remember to check our skin. After a two-year hiatus, KU School of Medicine will once again be offering its free Wichita-area Skin Cancer Screening Clinic on May 7, 2022. The clinic is held in partnership with American Academy […]
Field Station: Dinosaurs Spring Break Sneak Peek
Is not hosting 2023 Spring Break! Field Station Dinosaurs in Wichita is planning for a special one-week quest during Spring Break. It will be a Sneak Peek of what’s to come during the regular dinosaur season! Spring Break Sneak Peek Week begins Saturday, March 12 and runs 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day through […]
Paint the Towne: $10 Paint Days
Take the kids to a special family-friendly and budget-friendly Paint the Towne event. These $10 Paint Classes are for ages 5 and up (no exceptions), and feature super-cute one-hour paintings like you see in the image below. Each week, there are different themed paintings. The instructors will guide participants step by step on how to […]
Andover Hometown Christmas this Thursday
Welcome Santa and enjoy fun activities for the whole family at the Andover Hometown Christmas celebration this December. The event WILL be held in 2021! The Andover Hometown Christmas holiday event will be held at Central Park on Thursday, December 9 from 5:30-8 p.m. “This is truly an event where the community benefits as we […]
Santa is coming to town for family pet photos as a fundraiser for Kansas Humane Society
Santa will be in town for Family Pet Photos thanks to the Kansas Humane Society and Downtown Wichita. Bring your furry friends to Naftzger Park this December for holiday photos with the man in red. While this is not a free event, all proceeds will benefit the KHS. Packages are available for $25 or $55, […]
Sedgwick County Zoo Holiday Membership Deal
Still looking for the perfect gift for someone local? If you purchase a Sedgwick County Zoo membership this month, you’ll get an extra good deal. The zoo memberships aren’t discounted, but they do include special holiday bonuses, including up to 3 extra months! The holiday gift memberships activate when the gift certificate is redeemed, which […]
Non-Toy Gift Ideas for Kids and Families
Fun, unforgettable gifts for kids that aren’t toys. We <3 them!
Newton Parade of Lights
The Newton Lions Club will again hold its annual Christmas parade in Newton, Kansas. The Parade of Lights will be happening on Thursday, December 2, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. Admission is FREE. Every float in the parade will be illuminated. It should be an awesome sight! The route will follow Main Street in the historic […]
$1 Mums at Botanica, The Wichita Gardens
“Mums” the word! If you are looking for an inexpensive way to fill in your fall flower beds, Botanica has you covered with its annual mum sale. According to the Botanica email newsletter, on Friday, November 5, mums will be available for sale at Botanica for only $1 each while supplies last! Bring your own […]
Sedgwick County Zoo discounts
Sedgwick County Zoo is one of Wichita’s biggest attractions. With the large enclosures, educational Keeper Chats, large variety of animals (including many rare and endangered species) and more, it is a fun outing for the whole family! The best way to find out about discounts to the Sedgwick County Zoo is to frequently check their […]