This Weekend Events: Things to Do this Weekend in Wichita

Free, fun, and inexpensive things to do in Wichita this weekend. And they won’t cost you your whole week’s paycheck!
Inexpensive Weekly Bowling Specials in Wichita

Are you looking for affordable bowling alleys in Wichita? We’ve put together a guide featuring budget-friendly bowling and special deals in the area. Bowling is a universal source of enjoyment for everyone, offering a great opportunity to connect with friends and family in a lively, welcoming setting. Whether you’re new to the game or a […]
Free Things to do in Wichita, Kansas

Free events, free activities, and free things to do in Wichita, KS. What is there to do in Wichita, KS for free? Wichita is known for being an affordable place to live with great quality of life for residents. And it’s true – some of the best things to do in Wichita are completely free! Over […]
Splash Parks in and around Wichita 2026

Splash pads in Wichita are a big attraction during the summer months. These splash parks (aka water playgrounds, splash pads, or play fountains) are a great way to enjoy summer for free. They are cost-effective and require less maintenance. Therefore, several have been funded by the city in the past few years. In fact, a […]
Home Depot Free Kids Workshops 2026

Give your children a hands-on experience with Home Depot’s FREE in-store Kids Workshops. Every first Saturday of the month, from 9 a.m. to noon, Home Depot offers workshops for kids that include a kit with all materials needed to complete the project, totally free! This activity is a unique opportunity to spend quality time with […]
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 […]
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 […]
Bike Trails in Wichita Kansas

When the weather is nice, and you want to get outside for a ride on your bike, you have a lot of options. Discover some of Wichita’s favorite biking trails, along with free or inexpensive cycling resources in south central Kansas, here. Top Outdoor Parks for Bike Riding in Wichita, Kansas Not all parks are […]
Blood Orchard Vintage Market & South Side Food Truck Rally

The Blood Orchard Vintage Market and Southside Food Truck Rally have joined forces to create an extra special monthly event. These events are free to attend unless they are special events like Cheese Fest or Picklefest, in which case there might be an entry fee. Visitors are invited to the Vintage Market, held on the first […]
Pizza Ranch: Half Price Games on Mondays in Wichita

Enjoy half-price games every Monday at Pizza Ranch! Head to the FunZone Arcade, where all your favorite games are 50% off. It’s the perfect way to start the week with fun and savings. Keep reading to find out what day Kids Eat FREE. Play the most exciting games and win sweet prizes at the Wichita […]
Free Cooking Classes from the YMCA Wichita

The Greater Wichita YMCA offers free Cooking Matters classes for parents or caregivers, and you don’t have to be a YMCA member to participate! In the Cooking Matters class for parents or caregivers, you’ll enjoy a hands-on experience that covers meal planning, budgeting, and smart grocery shopping to help you prepare healthy, affordable meals. A […]
Kids Konnection & Specialty Camps for Kids on In-Service Days

Looking for ways to keep the kids entertained during Winter Break or on those teacher in-service days? Look no further than Kids Konnection or sign up for Winter Break Specialty Camps! Both are provided for those of us who work and need somewhere fun for the kids to go while they are out of school. […]
Kansas Maze Sunflower Festival

The Kansas Maze is on the Gaebbert family farm in Buhler, KS, about 50 min from Wichita. They have more than 600,000 Sunflowers for you to see. Each year, they have a multi-week festival whenever the Sunflowers bloom, so the dates are never exactly set until the flowers are in bloom. Who else is ready […]
Birthday Freebies & Deals: What you can get for FREE

Happy birthday! It’s your birthday, it’s your birthday. Or perhaps you’re one of those organized types who plan and you’re looking for birthday freebies in Wichita, Kansas. There are so many businesses that have birthday deals to make their customers feel special. From food to drinks to clothes and shoes to beauty, this list has […]
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 […]
Open Streets ICT 2026 in Downtown Wichita is FREE

Wichita Parks and Recreation will host another Open Streets ICT – a FREE event in Wichita, KS. Over 100 vendors will be in attendance. Open Streets ICT brings Wichitans of all ages downtown for an active, fun, community-building afternoon on Wichita’s iconic Douglas Avenue. Open Street is one of my favorite community events. The city […]
Fall Festivals Near Wichita

Nothing brings the local community together better than a big party, and the upcoming fall festivals and fairs are just the ticket! The cooler weather brings opportunities for countless outdoor family activities and vendor markets this fall. Our community is beaming with excitement to welcome autumn celebrations with open, flannel-bearing arms! Let’s explore together all […]
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 […]
Barn Sales, Flea Markets, and Shopping Events 2026

Is it handmade? Secondhand? Covered with dust or restored with care? Those are the things we want to see for sale at the markets in this list. Here’s our updated list of barn sales, craft and art fairs, vintage sales and artisan markets, and flea/antique markets in the Wichita area. Many of the local shopping […]
Storytime at Naftzger Park in Downtown Wichita 2026

Storytime in the Park is FREE at Naftzger Park in downtown Wichita. Read along with stories on the big screen and enjoy music, snacks, free books, and an activity for the kids. Admission is FREE, and this event is open to the public. Storytime Village helps put on these storytimes with Wichita Parks & Recreation. They […]
Wichita Wagonmasters Chili Cookoff 2026

Who had the chili? It’s not just a block party, it’s a three-block party in downtown Wichita! Tasting kits for the Wichita Wagonmasters Chili Cookoff are just $5 each. Public tasting begins at noon.
AMC Theater Deals

Looking for AMC movie theater deals in Wichita, Kansas? AMC Northrock 14 is Wichita’s AMC theater and a popular spot for new movies, family outings, date nights, and cheap movie days. Even better, there are several ways to save on AMC movie tickets in Wichita, including discounted Tuesday and Wednesday tickets, matinee prices, AMC Stubs […]
Road Trips Close to Wichita, KS

Looking for a weekend road trip close to Wichita, day trips in Kansas or the best road trips from Wichita. I got you covered! You don’t need plane tickets to feel like you “got away.” Just a quick drive from Wichita, you can find lakes, mountains, major cities, live shows, world-class parks, and free museums. […]
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 […]
Orie’s Garlic Fest at Public at Brickyard

Calling all garlic lovers! This is sure to be a pungent festival! Orie’s Farm Fresh will be hosting its annual Garlic Fest this year on Sunday, September 13, 2026. This event is in Downtown Wichita and is FREE to attend. This is a great event to kick off Wichita Fall Festivals around town, so mark […]