Great Plains Renaissance Festival in Wichita: Ticket Discounts
The Great Plains Renaissance Festival and Wichita Scottish Festival is happening at Sedgwick County Park in Spring 2026. 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 […]
Family & Kid Yoga at Wichita Art Museum: Free
Looking for a fun and Free Activity to do with your little one in Wichita? The Wichita Art Museum offers a playful and relaxed yoga experience designed especially for young children and their grown-ups. Held every second Friday of the month, this free class is led by local instructor Christine Vumai and blends simple yoga […]
Child Safety Fair in Wichita: Free Famiy Event
The Child Advocacy Center is bringing an important and family-friendly event to Exploration Place. They are hosting a Child Safety Fair designed to educate and empower families. This FREE event is a fantastic opportunity to learn about child safety in a fun and interactive way. April is a time to unite for two important causes: […]
Art at the Arb – Music and Art at the Bartlett Arboretum
It must be Spring because Art at the Arb is back for 2026. This event celebrates springtime with a weekend-long celebration featuring local artists, live music, blooming tulips, great food, and the arboretum’s fantastic garden landscapes. On Saturday, April 11, and Sunday, April 12, the Bartlett Arboretum in Belle Plaine will host “Art at the […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Bartlett Arboretum in Belle Plaine Kansas
The Bartlett Arboretum is located in Belle Plaine, Kansas, and offers a beautiful escape from the city, featuring gardens and special events. This is truly a hidden gem in Kansas. It has 20 acres of gardens and is located approximately 30 minutes south of Wichita. Fun Fact: Robin and Ken own the Arboretum. Robin was […]
Botanica the Wichita Garden Tulip Festival
Make plans to attend Botanica’s Tulip Festival every day from March 27 to April 26, 2026. This is a Wichita Spring tradition for all ages. It is the perfect spring event to get families and friends outside to experience the gardens and enjoy beautiful spring blooms during the week, and on the weekends, they will have […]
Easter Eggstravaganza at Sedgwick County Zoo
There’s no extra charge (but regular admission fees apply) to attend the Easter Eggstravaganza at the Sedgwick County Zoo on Saturday, April 4, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. If you’re a zoo member, you get in free with your membership card and photo ID. This is one of the many Egg Hunts around […]
Cowtown Birthday Party & Start of the Season Party
Old Cowtown Museum is kicking off a historic season to celebrate its anniversary, and it’s a deal worth marking on the calendar. This special event invites guests to step back into the 1870s with immersive historical reenactments, hands-on activities, and family-friendly entertainment that brings the Old West to life. This year is extra special because […]
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 […]
Wichita Activites this Spring on a Budget
Spring in Wichita! This is my ultimate guide to springtime events and activities in Wichtia. I am considering Spring March, April, and May. In this article, you will find: Things to do this Spring in Wichita, National Holiday Deals, Spring Events & Deals, Food Deals, and Date Night Ideas. Activites in Wichita this Spring National […]
316 Day in Wichita
On March 16 each year, Wichita celebrates 316 Day. For those living in Wichita and its surrounding areas, the number 316 is well known, as it encompasses most of our telephone area code. Embracing this code, Wichitans use 316 to showcase their city pride through various mediums, such as stickers and t-shirts, especially on March […]
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 […]
Spring Break at Exploration Place
If you’re looking for an exciting Spring Break Activity in Wichita, Exploration Place needs to be at the top of your list this year. The brand-new Adventure Playscape is opening, and it’s going to be a game-changer for families who want a full day of learning and fun. During Spring Break, Explorations Place will also […]
Wichita Public Library Spring Break Activities for Kids and Teens
Are you looking for affordable things to do over Spring Break in Wichita? Once again, the Wichita Public Library offers plenty of fun, FREE spring break activities for kids in Wichita. This list includes events for both kids and teens. All of these events are totally FREE, but some do require advance registration. Check out […]
Spring Break Activities and Things to Do in Wichita
This is your Wichita Spring Break on the Cheap guide to activities for families and kids. We have listed free Spring break ideas along with other deals on things to do in Wichita. This article includes a mix of indoor and outdoor activities, including museum deals, exploring local parks, special spring break activities, attraction discount […]
Mark Arts 6×6 Art Sale
I look forward to the Mark Arts Six by Six art sale in Wichita every year. I have a passion for original art but a limited budget, and this event lets me collect unique pieces at affordable prices. Over the years, I’ve been able to purchase works from some of my favorite local artists that […]
Walk with Wildlife at the Great Plains Nature Center
This is an activity that could easily become an annual family tradition. Get up close and personal with wildlife at the annual Walk with Wildlife at the Great Plains Nature Center here in Wichita on Saturday, May 30, 2026. Experience nature up close! Wildlife experts and enthusiasts from around Kansas set up around Chisholm Creek […]
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 […]
Late Night at the Museum of World Treasures: Ticket Deal
The Museum of World Treasures is open late on the last Friday of most months. From 5 to 7 p.m., the special evening hours are available at a discounted admission price of only $8 per person plus tax, so you can spend a couple of hours exploring all the displays! Regular admission to the Museum of World Treasures […]
Winter Wednesdays at the Sedgwick County Zoo: $5 Admission
Winter Wednesdays at the Sedgwick County Zoo are back, and admission is just $5 for everyone! Bundle up with coats and hats, or take advantage of the beautiful weather we sometimes have during the winter months and enjoy your Zoo Discount! The Sedgwick County Zoo is one of Wichita’s favorite Family Attractions, but regular admission […]
Spring Break at Museum of World Treasures
The Museum of World Treasures is hosting a week of Spring Break Fun for every age again this year. Visit the Museum during Spring Break and enjoy all the exhibits. Spring break wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the Museum of World Treasures! We almost always set aside at least one day to explore […]
Spring Break at Botanica
When I think of spring in Wichita, I think of getting outdoors, and Botanica, the Wichita Gardens, is the perfect spot to visit this Spring Break! The gardens will be alive with color, excitement, and outdoor adventure. They have not released any special activities this year, but it is a great place to visit if […]