Kansas Maze Sunflower Festival
The Kansas Maze is located on the Gaebbert family farm in Buhler, KS, which is about 50 min from Wichita. They have more than 600,000 Sunflowers for you to see. Each year, they have a multi-week festival whenever the Sunflowers bloom, so the dates are never exactly set until the flowers are in bloom. Who […]
Mark Arts Classes & Galleries in Wichita
Mark Arts in East Wichita regularly features free art exhibitions that are open to the public Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and they offer a wide variety of classes for youth and adults. Visiting the museum is fun and free in Wichita, or consider picking up a new hobby by taking […]
LatinFest ICT in Wichita: Free Event
Latin Fest ICT is when Wichita celebrates diversity, unity, and pride! Mark your calendars for September 6, 2025, for this year’s event. LatinFest-ICT is a cultural enrichment experience. They’ll have authentic Latino food vendors, live performances, two live bands, exhibitions, and presentations. This is a free event open to the public. Bring your lawn chair […]
ICT Comic Con and Science Fiction Expo
The ICT Comic Con and Science Fiction Expo is super! The Comic-Con promises to be an epic celebration of comics, science fiction, movies, gaming, and, of course, superheroes! The organizers have announced their plans to hold the CT Comic Con and Science Fiction Expo in the Exhibition Hall at Century II on August 30 and […]
Melodrama at Cowtown at the Empire House Theater
The Old Cowtown Museum’s theatrical troupe, Empire House Players, is presenting a melodrama at Cowtown Empire House Theater this September. This will be a fun, all-ages theatrical performance, and priced very reasonably for a night out on the town! What is a Melodrama? Fun Fact: Empire House Players are volunteers. Proceeds from performances and any […]
Labor Day weekend Events and Deals 2025
This Labor Day weekend in Wichita is a great one, with awesome weather forecast and plenty of fun, frugal (or FREE) things to do. Labor Day 2025 is on Monday, September 1. For many of us, it’s a long weekend, so you might be looking for fun and inexpensive things to do for Labor Day. […]
Central Standard Brewing Anniversary Party in Wichita
CSB Brewery is having its anniversary party in Wichita this August. Central Standard Brewing is celebrating 10 years in Wichita, and they’re throwing a big Block Party to mark the occasion. If you love local beer, live music, and a great community vibe, this is one you won’t want to miss. Live Music at Central […]
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 […]
Exploration Place in Wichita
Exploration Place in Wichita is a popular destination and, personally, one of our family’s favorites. It offers a dynamic and ever-changing range of activities, ensuring each visit is a unique experience. The facility features a rotation of exhibits, allowing visitors to explore new adventures regularly. It is situated along the scenic Arkansas River, providing a […]
Miracle League of Wichita: Baseball
Join the Miracle League of Wichita – Where Every Athlete Shines. The Miracle League of Wichita isn’t just about sports; it’s about building a community rooted in joy, support, and belonging. Families in Wichita have a chance to be part of something truly meaningful. The Miracle League invites athletes ages 5–25 with special needs to […]
Floatin’ on the River Kayak Events: Paddle & Dine
Summer is the perfect time of year to do some floatin’ on the river! In addition to its kayak rentals on the river, the City of Wichita Park & Recreation office will be offering a series of guided kayak floats along the Arkansas River this summer. This is your chance to paddle the Arkansas River […]
The BEST Places to Fly Kites in Wichita
There’s nothing quite like the tug of a kite catching a breeze and pulling up into the sky. Kite flying is a fun and cheap thing to do in Wichita and anyone can do it when you have a little knowledge, a little wind, and a great place to fly your kite! To help you […]
College Hill Pool Dog Swim: Dog Days of Summer
Are you a dog lover like I am? College Hill Park is hosting Dog Days of Summer, where the doggies can swim in the pool. Wichita Park & Recreation and the Kansas Humane Society are teaming up to throw a paws-itively fun event for Wichita dog lovers and it’s happening Monday, August 11, 2025, at […]
Wichita Neighborhood Night Out
Looking for a free way to enjoy your neighborhood, meet your neighbors, and build community? Mark your calendar for Neighborhood Night Out on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, from roughly 5 to 9 p.m. It’s an annual event hosted by residents all across Wichita. It’s an evening of block parties, potlucks, and backyard fun organized right […]
KFC Free Fried Chicken Bucket Deal
KFC is celebrating 75 years of fried chicken greatness with a comeback offer that’s hard to pass up. From July 14 through August 17, 2025, you can score a FREE 8-piece bucket of fried chicken or tenders with any $15+ digital order at participating KFC locations. This offer is exclusive to KFC Rewards members and […]
National Bowling Day Deals in Wichita
National Bowling Day is right around the corner, and it’s a great chance to round up your crew and enjoy some affordable fun. Here in Wichita, you’ve got some solid options to celebrate with strikes, spares, and savings all without breaking the bank. This is a great weekend to get out and enjoy some classic […]
Van Gogh Exhibit in Wichita: Immersive Art Experience
Van Gogh Immersive Experience Comes to Wichita. Have you ever wished you could step right into a painting and feel what the artist felt? Now you can. Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience is coming to Wichita, and it’s one of the most talked-about art exhibitions in the country and for good reason. This award-winning 360-degree […]
Derby Water Park, Rock River Rapids End of Summer Deals
Rock River Rapids water park in Derby, Kansas, is having some end-of-summer fun deals and activities. Have you ever been to this water park? If not, it’s worth the drive. Check out these deals below. Please read our article about Rock River Rapids to learn more about this water park in Derby, how to get free admission, […]
Free Haircuts for Kids at Paul Mitchell School for Back to School
Free back-to-school haircuts for kids in Wichita! Heading back to school is exciting with new clothes, fresh supplies, and a clean slate for the year ahead. But for many families, the cost of getting kids ready can add up quickly. That’s why events like this one are so appreciated in our community, thanks to the […]
Night at Cowboy Camp at Cowtown
Here’s a fun item for your summer agenda before the kids go back to school! Cowtown Wichita has an event called Night at Cowboy Camp. The price includes dinner, unique activities, and an evening learning how to be a Cowboy. This event is recommended for kids ages 4-12. It’s a fundraiser for the museum that’s […]
Wichita Ice Center Discounts $2 Tuesdays & Thrusdays
The Wichita Ice Center is the place for indoor ice skating in Wichita. If you want to learn to ice skate or are looking for some activities in Wichita, this is the place to go. The Wichita Ice Center has had $2 Tuesday for a while, but now they have added Thursday! This deal is […]
Shopping Deals & Ways to Save
This Ultimate Guide is designed to help Wichita shoppers save money. I have combined all my top shopping-related articles into one place. It includes a mix of general tips and tricks, as well as local Wichita discount stores worth checking out. I have used many of these resources, which are often helpful for stretching a […]
PeachFest Event at Blood Orchard Farm
Blood Orchard is hosting a sweet summer celebration this year called PeachFest! Hosted by Blood Orchard and Blood Orchard Brewing Co., this annual summer favorite returns on Saturday, August 2, for a full day of peachy fun, food, and small-town charm. Held on their historic family property, this year marks the 6th Annual PeachFest, celebrating […]
Museum of World Treasures Customer Appreciation Day
It’s an event we look forward to each year around back-to-school time. The Museum of World Treasures Customer Appreciation Day is an opportunity to explore all the strange, quirky, fascinating, and fun artifacts collected right here in Wichita, Kansas, at a discount with special activities. This event is Sunflower Summer eligible! If you qualify, use […]
Planes and Pancakes at Stearman Airfield
Stearman Airfield Bar & Grill is in Benton, KS, is hosting an event called Planes & Pancakes. Starting in March, this event will occur on the first Saturday of every month. Stearman is only about a 25-minute drive from Wichita. It offers a fun and unique dining experience because it’s a restaurant next to an […]