Botanica’s Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular
This is a community favorite Halloween event in Wichita for 2024. Botanica will be hosting the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular again this year from October 9, 10, 11 & 12, 2024. For four days this October, Botanica will be transformed into a family-friendly Halloween haunt,complete with over 1,000 lighted jack-o-lanterns, music from DJ Carbon, food trucks, fire […]
Walters Pumpkin Patch flash sale ticket discount!
One of the favorite pumpkin patches in Wichita, Walter’s Pumpkin Patch, is offering a special discount before its opening weekend! In addition to picking pumpkins, kids and families can play on some really fun playground “equipment.” This is no ordinary playground though! They have hay bales to climb, giant jumping pillows, a gerbil wheel (but […]
Museum of World Treasures Homeschool Family Day
Homeschool families, head over to Wichita’s most awesome Museum of World Treasures for its annual Homeschool Family Day 2024. Not only will they have special themed learning opportunities, crafts, and activities, but admission is discounted too. Tickets will be just $6 (plus tax) for kids, and teaching parents get in free when they present one […]
Tanganyika Wildlife Park – Pumpkins at the Park
Tanganyika Wildlife Park is NOT hosting Pumpkins at the Park in 2024! Get into the Fall spirit with five nights of fun. From toddlers to grandparents and everyone in between, they have something for everyone this Halloween! Older kids and teens may like the Cage Maze of Doom or participate in the Zombie Task Force […]
Half-price admission for grandparents at Klausmeyer Pumpkin Patch
Klausmeyer Dairy Farm & Pumpkin Patch will celebrate Grandparents Day with half-price admission for grandmas and grandpas with at least one paid grandchild admission. The owners, Debbie and Dave, are grandparents themselves, so they know just how special it is to spend a day with the grandkids. That’s why, on September 21 and 22, 2024, […]
Discover Your Superpower: Super Heroes Exhibit at Exploration Place
Explore Exploration Place’s newest attraction, the Superpowers Exhibit, featuring iconic superheroes like Superman, Wonder Woman, Batman, and more! This educational showcase will run from May 24 to September 22, 2024. One of the many reasons we adore Exploration Place is its constant stream of fresh exhibits, ensuring there’s always something new to discover. With our […]
Kid-Friendly Attractions in Wichita
Wichita has so many wonderful things to do for kids. Here is a collection of just a few of the kid-friendly attractions in Wichita. We really could just keep going and going… So what are you waiting for? Start checking these places off your list and see what Wichita has to offer for kid-friendly family […]
Nature Pop Exhibit at Botanica
Botanica, the Wichita Gardens’ new exhibit, is called Nature Pop. This traveling exhibit will be on display here in Wichita starting May 18, 2024. It features a series of nature-inspired sculptures built entirely with over 850,000 LEGO bricks. You will see big, big, colorful sculptures throughout the 20-acre garden, and the best part is that […]
The Wedding Singer Interactive Dome Movie at Exploration Place
Exploration Place presents another exciting interactive Dome movie experience: The Wedding Singer. I love attending their interactive screenings because it’s where audiences can engage with the film through singing, shouting, and other activities. You never know what surprises Exploration Place has in store to enhance their interactive movies, but they’re always entertaining. The Dome Theater […]
Tanganyika Wildlife Park Birthday Deal: Discounted Admission
We love to celebrate, especially when there is a deal! Tanganyika Wildlife Park in Goddard, Kansas is having a 16th birthday special. In honor of the birthday, admission will be $16 from August 7-9, 2024 where you can come and enjoy the splash park, special discounts, and of course the animals. You will need to […]
Tanganyika Wildlife Park All-Inclusive Changes Starting in 2025
Tanganyika Wildlife Park will offer an extraordinary, all-inclusive adventure starting in 2025 right here in the Wichita metro area. With exclusive local discounts, residents can enjoy unparalleled animal interactions, unlimited food and drink, and a host of unique experiences at a fraction of the cost. This is more than just a day at the park—it’s […]
Groupons for Great Wolf Lodge Kansas City
Groupon currently has deals for a popular family attraction in Kansas City: The Great Wolf Lodge. This deal is for your room and waterpark. They have 38,000-square-foot indoor water park. Splashy rides such as the Howling Wolf, a toboggan-style water slide, and a winding lazy river surround the park’s iconic hub. They even have a […]
Visit Botanica for FREE this Summer
Botanica is one of our favorite attractions in Wichita, and we are very excited that they are participating in the 2024 Kansas Tourism Sunflower Summer program. The program is designed to give affordable access to attractions across the state. With this program, you can visit Botanica for FREE from May 25 – August 11, 2024! […]
Dads Get Free Admission to Botanica for Father’s Day
Botanica is celebrating Father’s Day, and admission is FREE for fathers. Dads get in free from 1-5 p.m. Everyone else pays regular admission. During your Dad’s FREE visit this summer, you can check out the Glass in Flight exhibit. Pro Tip: If you want to do other things with your dad, visit our Wichita Summer Checklist. […]
Candlelight Concerts at the Kansas Aviation Museum
The Candlelight Concert at the Kansas Aviation Museum offers a unique musical experience. These concerts are played inside the beautiful Aviation Museum with a soft glow of candlelight illuminating the museum while watching live performances of talented musicians. These hour-long concerts feature candles everywhere. The prices start at $29.00. I attended and got the $29 […]
Wichita Gem and Mineral Show
The 70th annual Wichita Gem & Mineral Show will showcase Unbelievable Rocks, Minerals, and Fossils again this year! The show is April 26-28, 2024 at the Cessna Activity Center, 2744 George Washington Blvd. in Wichita. Tickets are only $5 at the door for adults, and kids age 12 and younger get in for only $1 […]
Bricktopia Exhibit at Exploration Place
Exploration Place has a new exhibit for 2024 called Bricktopia, which will have three exhibits from January 26 – to May 5, 2024. Participants can spark the imaginations of their little builders and environmental enthusiasts alike as they explore, create, and inspire together in the magical world of Bricktopia. I’m equally enthusiastic about this exhibit […]
Derby Shores Beach
Kansas is getting a manmade beach, and it’s right outside of Wichita. Derby, Kansas, is getting a $160 million dollar beach, ziplining, BMX, and more. This will be a destination for the Midwest. Derby Shores is a 4.5-acre lagoon with white sandy beaches, water sports, lounging, waterfront restaurants, waterslides, and more. This destination will be […]
Old Cowtown Family Membership Sale
Old Cowtown Museum in Wichita is gearing up for a new season with a great membership special! During the month of April, you can get a family membership for just $65 when buying online at https://www.oldcowtown.org/Pages/Membership.aspx You can also buy in person at the gift shop, or over the phone during regular business hours at […]
Aviation Flight Adventure Park at Exploration Place
The Textron Aviation Flight Adventure Park at Exploration Place will open in Fall 2025. This playground will focus on aviation as the theme of this playscape in downtown Wichita. This outdoor park is one of a kind and designed for families to explore together, celebrating Wichita’s rich aviation heritage. This playscape will have 10 playgrounds […]
Arctic Adventure at Exploration Place
Arctic Adventure at Exploration Place is an exhibit that is free with general admission. It will not open for 2024, but the Crystal Castle is Open. This exhibit was a winter indoor playground with new activities, returning favorites, and the addition of new spaces – indoors and out! Spanning four exhibit galleries, Arctic Adventure is […]
Field Station Dinosaur Park in Derby
Field Station Dinosaurs is a one-of-a-kind prehistoric expedition featuring over 40 life-sized, moving, and realistic dinosaurs that are thrilling, educational, and fun! Young visitors to the Field Station step into the shoes of budding scientists, poised to explore, question, and uncover secrets! Amidst the natural backdrop of native grasses lies a bustling scientific expedition, and […]
Wichita Art Museum Free Admission for Permanent Collection
The Wichita Art Museum announced they will now have FREE admission to their permanent collection gallery. This is HUGE news! Visitors will no longer be charged general admission to view artwork in the galleries that showcase WAM’s permanent collection, which the City of Wichita owns. The Art Museum is located in downtown Wichita. This is […]
Tanganyika Season Pass Sale Membership Deal 2025
The Tanganyika Season Pass sale is back for 2025! This is usually the best deal of the year on this favorite attraction in Wichita. The 2025 Season Pass Sale starts March 1, so get your purchasing fingers ready on the keyboard. Or you can get your Tanganyika discount tickets/season pass in person at the park […]
$5 Admission to Botanica in January & February
If it’s frosty or mild outside, don’t forget about the winter discount at Botanica. Typically, Botanica runs a deal in January & February where you can get a discount on admission. Botanica will maintain its regular hours, offering admission for just $5 per person! This is a DEAL! Botanica is NOT running this deal for […]