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 […]
BOOtanica Family Halloween Event in Wichita
BOOtanica at Botanica is back for 2026! This is one of Wichita’s fun family-friendly Halloween events and a great way to celebrate the season with the kids. When fall arrives in Wichita, I love finding activities that get the whole family into the Halloween spirit. BOOtanica brings Halloween fun to the beautiful setting of Botanica, […]
RiverFlix: Free Outdoor Movies at Exploration Place 2026
Riverflix at Exploration Place is a free outdoor movie series in Wichita. It will be held in the Exploration Place amphitheater right outside its downtown location, near the iconic Keeper of the Plains. The best part is that Riverflix is FREE. This outdoor event will be held in the Wichita Foundation Amphitheater, where everyone is […]
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 […]
Hay, Hooves and Halloween at Old Cowtown
Hay Hooves and Halloween at Cowtown is back this year. This is a great, family Trick or Treating event at the Old Cowtown Museum in Wichita. Ghouls haunt the streets, dancing in costumes, zombie cowboys, ghost haunting the historic house, and of course, candy. They’ll get to enjoy a kid-friendly Halloween in a fun and […]
Free Fall Work Day at Great Plains Nature Center in Wichita
Looking for a FREE way to get outside, give back to Wichita, and make a difference? Great Plains Nature Center and Wichita Parks and Recreation are teaming up for a Fall Work Day at Chisholm Creek Park! This is a great opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, meet new people, earn volunteer hours, and help keep […]
Wichita Trick or Treat and Fall Kids Events for Halloween 2026
Happy Halloween! Here’s our big list of Kids and Family-Friendly Halloween events in Wichita. This page includes constantly updated info about Trunk-or-Treat events, Trick-or-Treating, and Kid-Friendly Halloween events around Wichita. As always, we have the ultimate list of Halloween events for kids in Wichita for your Halloween fun! Below, we have compiled great family-friendly Halloween […]
Tanganyika Community Day Deal 2026: $20 Admission
Looking for discounted admission to Tanganyika Wildlife Park near Wichita, Kansas? Here’s a deal worth checking out! Tanganyika Community Day is happening Sunday, November 1, 2026, and families can enjoy the wildlife park for just $20 per person, with FREE admission for children under 2! That is a huge discount compared to their regular admission. […]
Candy Crawl at the Park in Wichita: Free Trick or Treating
The Candy Crawl at Planeview Park (which used to be at Clapp Park) is a family favorite. This free, family-friendly event encourages everyone to dress up, grab a candy bag or bucket, and visit park and recreation staff, local businesses, and organizations for candy and prizes. This free, Family-Friendly Halloween Event takes place on October […]
$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 $1mum sale. This sale typically takes place in November, though the specific date varies each year. Be sure to check back regularly for updates, as the event schedule may shift […]
Exploration Place Newest Traveling Exhibit: Scooby-Doo & Curious George
Exploration Place is one of my favorite attractions in Wichita, KS, offering an ever-changing lineup of traveling exhibits that keep me coming back for more. This interactive science museum brings hands-on learning, exciting discoveries, and family-friendly activities to life, making it one of the best places to go with kids in Wichita. One of the […]
Art on the Trail at the Great Plains Nature Center
Great Plains Nature Center is having a FREE event for adults 21 and over on October 17, 2026 called Art on the Trail. This annual event offers those who appreciate art and wine the opportunity to enjoy both in a beautiful outdoor setting. This is one of the many great Fall Events in Wichita. Wichita […]
Art Together at Mark Arts
Art Together is a free recurring event that happens every second Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon at the Mary R. Koch Arts Center (MarkArts). Art Together provides opportunities for families to create and appreciate art through storytime, art projects, and performances. It’s all completely FREE to attend. Join Mark Arts and community partners for […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
WAM Nights at the Wichita Art Musuem
Looking for an easy, affordable way to kick off your Weekend in Wichita? WAM Nights might be your new Friday tradition. The Wichita Art Museum is open late on Fridays until 9 pm, giving you after-hours access to the galleries and a relaxed way to explore art at your own pace. One of the best […]
Great Plains Renaissance Festival in Wichita: Ticket Discounts 2026
The Great Plains Renaissance Festival and Wichita Scottish Festival is happening at Sedgwick County Park this Fall This beloved local event, known as the Wichita Renaissance Fest, offers a wide array of exciting activities and entertainment. At the Wichita Great Plains RenFest, you’ll find what the organizer’s dub “jests and jousts, fire-breathing daredevils, aerial acrobatics, […]
Senior Wednesdays in Wichita
Senior Wednesdays in Wichita are fun, informative, and low-cost, if not free, activities in collaboration with various local venues. These events include a nice variety of activities for people 55 and up. Senior Wednesdays are an important activity for older adults in Wichita because they provide social engagement, lifelong learning, and entertainment at an affordable […]
Kansas Railfest
The Great Plains Transportation Museum will hold another Kansas Railfest this September. This one-of-a-kind event celebrates the history of railroads in Kansas and beyond and will feature lots of activities for the whole family. This is a great event to kick off the many Fall Festivals around Wichita. Kansas Railfest in Wichita 2026 About Great […]
Exploration Place Destination Playscape and Water Play: Now Open
Exploration Place is developing a 6.5-acre outdoor playscape along the Arkansas River, featuring a variety of play and learning elements, scheduled to open March 13, 2026. This new addition will include a Water Play Park, multiple Playgrounds, and unique experiences, such as the Exploration Place Outdoor Amphitheater, which offers views of the Keeper of the Plains […]
Crave Foodie Fair at Mark Arts: Culinary Festival
Crave is a foodie’s dream, and it’s a five-day festival right here in Wichita at Mark Arts. Local culinary experts will lead various culinary and libation workshops. The foodie fair is probably the most popular, where guests can sample food from local foodie fair vendors. Crave Culinary Festival will be September 15 – 19, 2026. […]
Trail Tots: Free Kids Activity in Wichita at Great Plains Nature Center
If you’re looking for a fun and FREE way to get the kids outside this fall, Great Plains Nature Center is bringing back Trail Tots! This weekly program gives young explorers a chance to learn about nature while walking the trails at Chisholm Creek Park. Trail Tots takes place every Wednesday in September and October […]
Heritage Square Concert Series 2026
The Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum will once again host its annual FREE concerts at Heritage Square in downtown Wichita. These are truly wonderful lunchtime concerts in a fabulous setting during one of the nicest months (weather-wise) we have in Wichita! Heritage Square turns 50 this year, and to mark the milestone, the Museum is planning […]
Veterans Day Events and Deals in Wichita, KS
Veterans and active-duty members of the U.S. military are worthy of our respect and gratitude every day (see Military Discounts in Wichita), but on Veterans Day we can do one better and take them out for a free meal, attend an event that honors them, visit one of the Wichita attractions that offer free admission […]