Seeing row after row of blooming sunflowers - it's one of the perks of living in Kansas. Lots of readers have asked me where they could find sunflower fields in bloom near Wichita or around the state. In the past, that wasn't an easy … [Read more...] about Kansas sunflower fields in bloom
Deals at Wichita's Attractions and Museums
Wichita has some great museums and attractions to visit! Here are the latest deals and events we know about.
National Day of the Cowboy
Old Cowtown Museum in Wichita is celebrating two events on one day: National Day of the Cowboy, and Wichita's birthday. On Saturday, July 24, 2021, visit Cowtown for a day of old west fun! The National Day of the Cowboy … [Read more...] about National Day of the Cowboy
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 … [Read more...] about Museum of World Treasures Customer Appreciation Day
$3 zoo admission Twilight Tuesdays
You will want to mark your calendars and get tickets asap for this! It is absolutely great. 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 … [Read more...] about $3 zoo admission Twilight Tuesdays
Kansas State Fair Dillon’s Dollar Day
Dillon's Dollar Day at the Kansas State Fair is the best deal of all if you want cheap admission to the fair and cheap state fair carnival rides! Admission is only $1 (FREE if you present your plastic Dillons card) and rides are only 1 … [Read more...] about Kansas State Fair Dillon’s Dollar Day
Sedgwick County Zoo Back to School Bash
You could call this a "Teacher Preparedness Event," but the Zoo calls it their annual Back-to-School Bash - and it's when they let everyone in for just $3! You'll get zoo admission for only $3 on Saturday, August 7, … [Read more...] about Sedgwick County Zoo Back to School Bash
Live music and food trucks on Thursdays at Exploration Place
Fun! Food! Keeper of the Plains. Cheap admission price! What more could we ask for? It's like the ultimate Wichita experience. This summer, Exploration Place will host Food Truck Thursdays several Thursday evenings in a row. The … [Read more...] about Live music and food trucks on Thursdays at Exploration Place
Kansas State Fair carnival discounts
Heading out to the Kansas State Fair in 2021 and want a discount? Well this will be good news: you can get discounted carnival ride wristbands until July 31 or discounted ride ticket sheets before the fair begins! Ride sheets and … [Read more...] about Kansas State Fair carnival discounts
Free carousel rides at Botanica Tuesday nights
Botanica announced that visitors on Tuesday nights will get an extra perk with the price of admission: FREE carousel rides! Beginning in April - and on through September! - rides on the Khicha Family Carousel at Botanica (a … [Read more...] about Free carousel rides at Botanica Tuesday nights
FREE Automobilia Moonlight Car Show and Street Party (and fireworks) 2021
Automobilia Moonlight Car Show and Street Party will be happening again in Wichita from 4 p.m. to midnight on Saturday, July 10. It's FREE to the public. And this year, they're having fireworks! This classic Wichita … [Read more...] about FREE Automobilia Moonlight Car Show and Street Party (and fireworks) 2021
Summer youth programs at Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum
Find activities for kids and young people at the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum this summer! The museum has engaging, educational summer programs for kids in grades 3-12, developed and conducted by experienced, expert … [Read more...] about Summer youth programs at Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum
Free admission for families to Kansas attractions with Sunflower Summer app
Kansas kids and their parents can have an unforgettable Sunflower Summer this year thanks to a grant from the U.S. Department of Education and the Kansas State Department of Education. The program includes FREE admission for experiences … [Read more...] about Free admission for families to Kansas attractions with Sunflower Summer app
Botanica Children’s Garden 10th anniversary celebration (FREE!)
The Downing Children’s Garden at Botanica was a pretty exciting addition when it first opened, and it remains one of my favorite areas in the gardens. It's so much fun and so colorful. I can hardly believe it's already been … [Read more...] about Botanica Children’s Garden 10th anniversary celebration (FREE!)
$3 Thursdays at Botanica
$3 Thursday evenings at Botanica are back in 2021!!! The deal was announced in an email to subscribers on April 12. Enjoy the gardens, including the Downing Children’s Garden, on the cheap at Botanica in Wichita! Admission is only … [Read more...] about $3 Thursdays at Botanica
FREE Yoga on the Lawn at Wichita Art Museum
Wichita Art Museum will once again host FREE Yoga in the Garden on Saturday morning, July 17, 2021. Guest instructor Kelsea Wright from Limitless Yoga will lead an all-levels flow class for ages 16 and older. The free yoga class … [Read more...] about FREE Yoga on the Lawn at Wichita Art Museum
