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Bradley Fair Holiday Stroll

Join in the fun at the festive events at Bradley Fair this holiday season in Wichita. Bradley Fair’s annual Christmas tree lighting 2024 looks like it will be a fun family event packed with activities, followed by four Sundays in December of the popular Bradley Fair Holiday Stroll. Bradley Fair Holiday Stroll on Sundays with […]

Exploration Place Extended Holiday Hours 2024

Exploration Place Open Late - Holiday Hours

Exploration Place is staying open until 8 pm from Thursday, December 19 through  January 4, 2025 (with the exception of Christmas Eve and Christmas Day). It’s a fantastic option for entertaining out-of-town family or keeping the kids engaged during their winter break from school. The wonderful aspect is that you can immerse yourself in a winter […]

Andover Hometown Christmas

Welcome Santa and enjoy fun activities for the whole family at the Andover Hometown Christmas celebration this December 2024. The Andover Hometown Christmas holiday event will be held at Central Park on Thursday, December 12 beginning at 5:30 p.m. Central Park will be transformed into a winter wonderland with luminaries lining the sidewalks, illuminated trees, […]

Local gift ideas for Wichita, KS

Wichita Augustino Brewing Company - original location

It’s the thought that counts, and for many Wichitans, shopping local is part of what makes a gift thoughtful and intentional. For several years now, Wichita on the Cheap has endeavored to help with that by showcasing local small businesses that have affordable gifts for everyone on your list. We’re back again with more local […]

Holiday Movies and Christmas Classics Films in Wichita 2024

‘Tis the season for Holiday Movies, timeless Christmas classics, and fantastic deals on movie ticket prices! If you’re in search of films to infuse that holiday spirit, look no further. We’ve curated a list of the finest movies playing in Wichita this festive season. Various theaters in Wichita are gearing up to showcase a mix […]

Elf Interactive Film Screening at the Wichita Art Museum (21+)

The Wichita Art Museum is hosting an interactive holiday movie again this year – Elf!  If your holidays aren’t complete without seeing the hit movie Elf featuring the comedic antics of Will Farrell, connect with WAM Contemporaries for this audience-participation film screening. They will have theamed cocktails and a costume contest. It’s only for ages […]

Winter Wonderland Event at Naftzger Park: Free Event

Winter Wonderland at Naftzger Park

Winter Wonderland at Naftzger Park is a FREE event courtesy of Wichita Park & Recreation. It is the best FREE event with s’mores, Santa, hot cocoa, holiday lights, and more. This event is crafted to spread holiday joy throughout the community. Wander through the park while enjoying the brilliant lights and whimsical decorations. Immerse yourself […]

Victorian Christmas at Old Cowtown Museum

Victorian Christmas at Cowtown

Celebrate an old-fashioned holiday at Old Cowtown Museum’s Victorian Christmas event this season in Wichita. Stroll along lamp-lit, carol-filled streets, warm up with a cup of hot cocoa, and check out the Victorian dancers in the evenings on two weekends in December. Victorian Christmas has become a family tradition for many in the Wichita area. […]

Newton Parade of Lights

Flyer for newton lions club parade of lights

The Newton Lions Club will again hold its annual Christmas parade in Newton, Kansas. The Parade of Lights will be happening on Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. Admission is FREE. Every float in the parade will be illuminated. It should be an awesome sight! The route will follow Main Street in the historic […]

Ballet of Wichita Presents The Nutcracker at Century II

Ballet of Wichita Nutcracker

This December, Ballet Wichita will host another production of the Nutcracker. Embark on a captivating journey into a spellbinding realm inhabited by animated dancing dolls, playful mice engaging in daring tangos, and snowflakes that sparkle like a million stars. Brace yourself for the holiday season’s most eagerly anticipated event – the Nutcracker Ballet! Guided by […]

Holiday Activites & Traditions that are Free & Cheap in Wichita

We have compiled a list of holiday activities you can do for free or cheap in Wichita. If you are looking for things to do in Wichita this holiday we got you covered. These Christmas activities are doable on a budget and can potentially become a holiday tradition for you and your family. Christmas time […]

Christmas Shows and Holiday Concerts

Christmas Concerts and Holiday Shows

We have so many holiday shows, Christmas pageants, concerts, and other holiday entertainment in Wichita, and it’s difficult to keep track of them all! Here’s where we’ll be posting new ones as we find them. In this list you’ll find productions from community theaters, concerts from local musical groups, student performances, Christmas movies on the […]

Christmas and Holiday Events in Wichita for Adults and Kids 2024

The Ultimate list of Holiday Events in Wichita

Looking for Christmas events in Wichita, KS? We have the ultimate list of holiday events, Christmas activities, and what is happening in Wichita this Holiday. We want to take some stress off you this holiday season and make it easy for you to see what’s happening in & around Wichita.  Jump Directly To: November Holiday […]

Black Friday Deals at Local Salon Brands 2024

Salon Brands is making it easier than ever to shop locally while saving big. Whether in-store or online, these Black Friday deals are the perfect way to check off your holiday shopping list. Black Friday is here, and the local store is offering its biggest savings of the season now through Cyber Monday, December 2. […]

The Grand Christmas Tree Lighting at Botanica

Botanica will host the Grand Tree Lighting event to kick off Illuminations on November 26, 2024. The Grand Tree is programmed with festive images and set to holiday music. It is one of the largest branched tree displays in the Midwest region. Get ready to step into a world of wonder with all-new immersive light […]

Taylor Swift Laser Show at Exploration Place

Calling all Swifties! Exploration Place is hosting a Taylor Swift Laser show on its 60-foot dome screen with T Swift’s most iconic songs. The screen will project neon images of the iconic star while lasers surround the dome. Get ready to sing and dance along in this unforgettable Dome film experience. This Karma is a […]

City of Derby Christmas Tree Lighting

Within Wichita, we have the Bradley Fair tree lighting and the City of Wichita tree lighting. But our friends to the south will be lighting their city tree soon as well. The City of Derby tree lighting will take place on Thursday, November 21 at 6 p.m. What fun! The mayor will kick off the […]

Midian Shrine Feztival of Trees

Midian Shrine’s annual Fezitval of Trees event will provide a fun walk through dozens of fully decorated Christmas trees on display, along with festive activities and swag packages to be raffled off. The 2024 Feztival of Trees will be held several dates throughout late November. See below for the whole schedule. Admission is $5 and […]

Wichita Mayor’s Tree Lighting at Union Station Wichita

The Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting will be at Union Station 2024, and it’s called Merry & Bright. This is a completely FREE event in Wichita, and there will be lots of holiday activities to get you into the Holiday Spirit!  Union Stations Merry & Bright event and Christmas tree lighting has become one of my […]

Wicked Island at OJ Watson Park

Wicked Island Wichita KS OJ Watson Park

Wicked Island, the haunted attraction at Watson Park. It’s back every Friday and Saturday in October for another wicked season! Enter the Island if you dare…you’ll find spooky scenes, ghosts, ghouls and more!   Look forward to an ever-changing treacherous. Walk through a wooded island where nightmares become a reality. Plan ahead and purchase tickets […]

Wichita Tallgrass Film Festival

The Tallgrass Film Festival in Wichita has been called one of the best “under-the-radar film festivals in America” and an “undiscovered gem” by national media. Filmmakers from around the world participate. This year’s festival is in downtown Wichita, October 24 – 27, 2024. This “stubbornly independent” film festival showcases films you might not otherwise see […]

Haunted Hops at Botanica: Craft Beer Event this Halloween

Haunted Hops at Botanica

Botanica is bringing back Haunted Hops this Fall! This event is held in the beautiful Botanica gardens and offers a unique atmosphere. Guests can enjoy an evening of craft beer tastings, live music, and delicious food samples. With an impressive lineup of local and regional breweries, attendees can sample a wide selection of craft beers […]

Free Movies at Capitol Federal Amphitheater

Is there anything better than relaxing and watching a movie? Yes! Relaxing and watching a movie outside at the CapFed Amphitheater in Andover for FREE! – Not Confirmed for 2025 Bring your lawn chairs and some snacks, kick back, and relax! The outdoor movie series is back!  Free Movies at Capital Federal Amphitheater: In the […]

Fulton Valley Farms: A Country Christmas Holiday Event

Fulton Valley Farms in Butler County puts on A Country Christmas starting November 29 with over 1,200,000 lights, live reindeer, Santa and so much more. They have also added some really fun special events for this Holiday Season that are reasonably priced. Fulton Valley Farms is a short 15-minute drive east of Wichita just south […]