Dog Halloween Events in Wichita: Costume Contests & Pet-Friendly Fun
Halloween isn’t just for the kids! Our four-legged family members deserve to get in on the Halloween fun, too. Wichita has several dog-friendly Halloween events where you can dress up your pup, enter a dog costume contest, and enjoy some fall fun together. If you know me, you know my dogs are truly part of […]
Halloween Nights at Exploration Place Wichita 2026
Exploration Place is going all out for Halloween this year with a brand-new event called Halloween Nights! Instead of just adding a few Halloween decorations to the regular museum experience, they’re transforming the museum, Dome Theater, and six-acre Adventure Playscape after dark with lights, skeletons, science experiments, shows, Halloween surprises, and more. And for my […]
Woofstock Wichita: October 3, 2026
Wichita-area dogs are invited to bring their humans to Woofstock is the annual dog-friendly fundraising event that benefits the Kansas Humane Society and the pets they care for. Join thousands of pet lovers and animal enthusiasts at KHS’s biggest fundraising event and festival—Woofstock! As one of the largest events of its kind in the Midwest. […]
Fall Festivals Near Wichita 2026
It’s the season for small-town fall festivals in the Wichita area. Some happen as early as August, and by September and October, they’re in full swing! Community festivals like these always promise good old-fashioned (and cheap) family fun. Most include parades, games for kids, live music, and food vendors. Some require a button purchase for […]
Nomar Fiesta in Wichita 2026
Nomar Fiesta is back in Wichita this year! This annual celebration takes over Nomar Plaza with 12 hours of food, live music, local vendors, family fun, and Hispanic culture right in the heart of Wichita’s North End and the best part is it is free to attend. I love events like this because you can […]
Haunted Houses in Wichita KS and Scary Halloween Attractions
Looking for the scariest haunted houses in Wichita? You’ve come to the right place! Wichita has some seriously impressive haunted attractions, from creepy islands and haunted fields to terrifying barns and indoor haunts. I’ve rounded up the Wichita-area haunted houses for 2026, including dates, prices, locations, and what makes each one different. And if paying […]
Wichita Children’s Business Fair
Wichita Children’s Business Fair: Shop From Wichita’s Youngest Entrepreneurs I absolutely love the idea behind the Wichita Children’s Business Fair! More than 250 young entrepreneurs will set up 100+ businesses at Bradley Fair, selling products and services they dreamed up, created, priced, and marketed themselves. And here’s the best part for those of us coming […]
Holiday Galleria Shopping Event at Century II
Holiday Galleria is back in Wichita for its 21st year, and this is one of those events where shopping actually gives back to our community! The Junior League of Wichita’s annual shopping event brings local, regional, and national merchants together at Century II for three days of shopping, special events, and a little early holiday […]
Twilight Tales at Musuem of World Treasures this October
Ever wondered what the Museum of World Treasures is like after dark? This October, visitors can grab a flashlight and discover the past during Twilight Tales, an after-hours experience where history comes alive with a bit more mystery. Guests will explore dimly lit galleries guided by lantern light as museum docents share eerie stories and […]
Halloween Events & Activites in Wichita 2026
Looking for Halloween events in Wichita? You’ve come to the right place! I’ve put together my biggest list of Wichita Halloween events and things to do for kids, families, and adults. You’ll find trick-or-treating and Trunk or Treat events, pumpkin patches, haunted houses, Halloween movies and shows, fall festivals, costume contests, Halloween parties, spooky strolls, […]
Pumpkin Patches and Fall Fun Farms around Wichita
Thank goodness for agricultural tourism in Kansas. These Wichita-area pumpkin patches, corn mazes, and fun farms are among our favorite fall attractions, so gather the family to have some outdoor fun in 2026! Every year, we see lovely family-owned farms near Wichita that offer pumpkin patches, corn mazes, and other fall fun for families. These […]
Wicked Island at OJ Watson Park
Wicked Island, the haunted attraction at Watson Park. It’s back every Friday and Saturday in October for another wicked season! Enter the Island if you dare…you’ll find spooky scenes, ghosts, ghouls and more! Look forward to an ever-changing treacherous. Walk through a wooded island where nightmares become a reality. Plan ahead and purchase tickets online […]
Oktoberfests Events in Wichita 2026
Oktoberfest is a famous celebration of all things German. We have a list of Oktoberfest events in Wichita to help you celebrate. From beer tastings to bratwurst, Wichita offers activities for people of all ages. There are so many Things to do this Fall and see in Wichita this September and October! So get out there and […]
Fall Concerts in Wichita
Fall is one of my favorite times to get out and enjoy Wichita. Temperatures start cooling down, patios become enjoyable again, and concerts, festivals, and outdoor events happen all over town. Even better, you don’t always need an expensive concert ticket to hear great live music. I’ve put together this guide to free and cheap […]
Fall Events & Things to do this Fall in Wichita
There are so many things to do in Wichita this Fall. We have compiled a list of Wichita events this fall you will want to add to your calendar, plus Fall things to do in Wichita. Celebrate the changing of the leaves with some fall shopping, fall events, fall festivals, and more. It’s time for […]
Barn Sales, Flea Markets, and Shopping Events 2026
Is it handmade? Secondhand? Covered with dust or restored with care? Those are the things we want to see for sale at the markets in this list. Here’s our updated list of barn sales, craft and art fairs, vintage sales and artisan markets, and flea/antique markets in the Wichita area. Many of the local shopping […]
Farmers Markets in Wichita
Farmer’s Markets in Wichita and surrounding communities with locally grown fresh food, plants, honey, handmade items, and more. Some markets offer kids’ activities and live entertainment; all offer an excellent opportunity to meet your neighbors, learn more about local produce, and share in the fun of discovering things produced right here in our own state […]
Klausmeyer Pumpkin Patch near Wichita
If you’re looking for a pumpkin patch near Wichita, I highly recommend putting Klausmeyer Farm on your fall list! It’s one of the more affordable options around, and you get so much for your money. Located just outside Wichita in Clearwater, the farm has more than 30 activities included with its $12 weekend Farm Pass. […]
Somewhere Music Fest in Wichita: September 25-26, 2026
Somewhere Fest in Wichita is a downtown festival and conference. It is a two-day music and arts festival. In its first year, this festival was known as the Elsewhere Festival, but it has since been rebranded to reflect its mission to make Wichita “somewhere” where artists and music enthusiasts can explore their creative freedom. What […]
Wichita Airshow and McConnell AFB Open House 2026
McConnell Air Force Base is hosting the Wichita airshow in 2026, and the Thunderbirds are coming! This is one of Wichita’s biggest FREE events this Fall. Mark your calendars for October 24 – 25, 2026, for the “Frontiers in Flight” air show in Wichita and the McConnell Air Force base open house. The U.S. Air Force […]
Drone Light Festival at Exploration Place 2026
The Drone Light Festival at Exploration Place will take place this Fall. The Drone Show in Wichita is a family favorite, but tickets to the Drone Festival tend to sell out every year. This event combines three incredible experiences into one unforgettable experience. The festival offers breathtaking views of 500 synchronized drones, fully choreographed to […]
Taste of Newton Fall Festival Free Event
The Taste of Newton is an annual event that brings the community to Newton, Kansas, to enjoy a culinary experience featuring food, local vendors, and more. Entry to Taste of Newton and to the Fall Festival is free, but you will have to purchase your food. The fall festival in Newton combines two very popular […]
Prost Octoberfest in Wichita
Prost will be hosting its annual Oktoberfest this Fall! This all-ages event is sure to be fun for the whole family. The staff will be dressed in traditional German attire, and Prost is Wichita’s only authentic German restaurant, so of course they go big for Oktoberfest. During this event, you can enjoy dancing, imported German […]
Where to Walk in Wichita
When the weather is nice, not much is cheaper or more relaxing than taking a walk outside. Thankfully, there are some really great walking trails in Wichita that ensure we never get bored with the scenery. Following is a list of a few that are favorites of my own and those I’ve been told about […]
ICT Bloktoberfest and Beer Fest at Naftzger Park 2026
Celebrate your love of beer (or bier), sausage, and all things German at this year’s ICT Bloktoberfest in Wichita. The two-day festival is for all ages and will be held at Naftzger Park. The park will be transformed into a giant Biergarten (Beer Garden) and will be taken over by music, food, and games, and […]