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Top Golf Wichita Deals & Discounts

Topgolf in Wichita is a great place to practice golf, have a Date Night, or enjoy some fun Kids’ Activities. Topgolf is an entertainment venue that combines Golf, technology, and a social atmosphere. It’s not your traditional golf experience; it’s a blend of a high-tech driving range, a Sports Bar, and a party venue. Overall, Topgolf […]

Drone Light Festival at Exploration Place 2026

Drone Light Festival Graphic

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 […]

Powwow at Mid-America All-Indian Center

The Mid-America All-Indian Museum is celebrating its 50th Anniversary with a special Anniversary Powwow on Saturday, November 21, 2026. This free community event will honor Native American traditions through dancing, singing, drumming, and cultural celebration while commemorating five decades of the museum’s impact in Wichita. Whether you’ve attended a powwow before or are experiencing one […]

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 […]

Bank of America Museums on Us: Free Admission in Wichita

Bank of America offers a program called “Museum on Us,” and you can take advantage of this program in Wichita and receive free admission to three local attractions. Wichita residents can take advantage of this opportunity to explore history, nature, and aviation without spending a dime. If you’re a Bank of America, Merrill, or Bank […]

Sunflower Summer App 2026- Free Admission to Kansas Attractions

The Sunflower Summer App provides various ways for families to get out, explore something new, and enjoy time together. Kansas families can visit museums, zoos, historic landmarks, and more for FREE! YES, you can visit attractions around KANSAS for FREE!!! The Sunflower Summer Program benefits Kansas families with school-aged children, encouraging them to explore and […]

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 […]

The Wichita Explore Card – Save $2 on admission to many Wichita area attractions

One of our favorite Wichita “coupons” is back again this year! Get a discount on admission to several great Wichita-area attractions with the FREE Wichita Explore Card.  If you plan to visit any Wichita museums or attractions where you don’t have a membership, take advantage of the Visit Wichita (Wichita Convention and Visitors Bureau) Explore […]

Discounted Zoo Admission for Twilight Tuesdays in July 2026

You will want to mark your calendars for Twilight Tuesdays at the ZOO! On Tuesdays in July, the Sedgwick County Zoo stays open late and gives us a special admission discount. And yes – Cox Twilight Tuesdays at the Zoo are happening this year! This year, the concerts are back for Twilight Tuesdays at the […]

Mark Arts Concerts at the Corner Music Series

Mark Arts is hosting Concerts at the Corner this Fall, a two-week concert series featuring local musicians. Tickets are reasonable at $3 for Mark Arts members and $5 for the General Public. The series will be held outside in the Mark Arts sculpture garden and is open to the public. The venue will also offer […]

Free Activities on Wednesdays at Botanica: Wonder Wednesdays

Botanica is hosting different special activities on Wednesdays from April to October. The best part is that the activities are FREE with general admission. Wonder Wednesdays are geared toward children pre-K and under, but all ages are welcome. Once you enter Botanica, the front desk will have more information for each Wonder Wednesday. All of […]

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 […]

Free Ice Cream Social & Birthday Celebration at the Wichita Historical Museum

Can you think of anything better to do when the weather is so warm than getting together with friends and neighbors for an old-fashioned ice cream social? Our grandparents really knew what they were doing when they invented this kind of gathering! And this summer, it comes with a birthday cake too! Visit the museum that […]

FREE Automobilia Moonlight Car Show and Street Party

Automobilia Wichita

The Automobilia Moonlight Car Show and Street Party will return to Wichita, and the best part is that the outdoor car show is FREE to the public.  “Automobilia Car Show is One of the Largest Car Shows In The State of Kansas. They block off approximately 2 miles of Wichita streets. We have seven bands […]

Free Yoga and Zumba at Exploration Place, Saturdays in Wichita

Exploration Place is hosting free Yoga and Zumba classes in Wichita on Saturdays! That’s right, you can take a yoga and/or Zumba class on Saturday mornings along the Arkansas River in the Exploration Place amphitheater. This is for everyone, whether you are a beginner or a regular yogi. Certified YMCA instructors will teach these Riverside […]

Rock River Rapids Waterpark in Derby

Rock River Rapids, the water park in Derby, is a premier water park in south-central Kansas! Rock River Rapids is a full-service Aquatic Park with Concessions, Lockers (provide your own lock), a Bathhouse, and a Gift Counter. Numerous areas at the park are liberally equipped with lounge chairs for relaxing. The Park is staffed with […]

O.J. Watson Park in Wichita

OJ Watson Park is a fantastic place for families, teens, and anyone who wants to get outside and enjoy a lot of Outdoor Activities. This is the Wichita park with the yellow brick road! The park operates year-round, but the opening weekend, when all rides and special activities open for the season, takes place just before Wichita […]

Sedgwick County Zoo: free admission for first responders

First Responders Free Zoo

The Sedgwick County Zoo is honoring First Responders Day on July 14, 2026, with FREE admission for all law enforcement, fire, and EMS personnel, as well as 911 operators. Families can also enjoy free entry that day by using the Sunflower Summer App, making it a great time to visit the zoo without spending a […]

Wichita 4th of July Fireworks, Parades, Events and Fun 2026

Happy Independence Day! We have lots to celebrate this 4th of July in Wichita, and you might be wondering, “Where can I see 4th of July fireworks near me?” Below, I have listed a bunch of upcoming 4th of July fireworks in Wichita, KS, as well as small-town Independence Day community celebrations planned for 2026. […]

Celebrate America at Old Cowtown Museum 2026

Happy 4th of July! Get ready to celebrate America like it’s 1875 with Old Cowtown Museum’s annual Independence Day Celebration. Enjoy old-time patriotic activities at this living history museum, decorated with patriotic flags. While you’re there, you might happen upon some drama between churchgoers and saloon patrons. Back in the 1800s, disputes were often solved […]

Kansas Aviation Museum Block Party

Gather up a big group of friends or relatives and squeeze everyone in the car! The Kansas Aviation Museum Block Party will be a summer day of Flight, Fun, and Family … and carload admission pricing! Sunday, June 28, 2026, our favorite art deco airport-turned-museum will host a family-friendly block party from 1-6 p.m. It […]

Best Arcades in Wichita, Kansas for Budget-Friendly Fun

Arcades in Wichita are a fun way to entertain the kids, hang out with friends, or just relive your glory days. There are lots of Arcades near you. Wichita’s arcade scene has really improved over the years. We now have many choices, from retro classics to full-blown entertainment centers, and many of them offer specials […]

Little Explorers Musuem of World Treasures

Little Explorers is a sweet, low-key way for Wichita Families with toddlers and preschoolers to enjoy the Museum of World Treasures without the crowds or overwhelm. This event is held on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month and is designed for children ages 2–5. This relaxed, play-based program takes place during a quieter […]

Dome Theater: K-Pop Party at Exploration Place

Exploration Place presents another exciting interactive Dome experience: Golden K-Pop Demon Hunter Party. I love attending their screenings or special events in the Dome theater. You never know what surprises Exploration Place has in store to enhance your dome experience, but they’re always entertaining. The Dome Theater at Exploration Place features advanced projection and sound […]

Dads Get Free Admission to Botanica for Father’s Day

Botanica is celebrating Father’s Day, and admission is FREE for fathers. It’s a great opportunity to spend quality time together while exploring Wichita’s beautiful gardens, seasonal blooms, pond, and family-friendly attractions. As a parent, I love experiences that create memories without adding a big expense, and this is one of the Best Father’s Day Deals […]