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Home Depot Free Kids Workshops 2026

Home Depot Kids Free Workshops

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Labor Day weekend Events and Deals 2026

Labor Day Events and Deals

This Labor Day weekend in Wichita is great, with plenty of fun, frugal (or FREE) things to do. Labor Day 2026 is on Monday, September 7. For many of us, it’s a long weekend, so you might be looking for fun and inexpensive things to do for Labor Day in Kansas. Labor Day is a […]

Dome Theater: Lord of the Rings at Exploration Place

Exploration Place presents another exciting interactive Dome experience: Food & Film with The Lord of the Tings. I love attending their screenings or special events in the Dome theater. You never know what surprises Exploration Place has in store to enhance your dome experience, but they’re always entertaining. The Dome Theater at Exploration Place features […]

Haysville, Kansas Fall Festival 2025: October 23-25, 2026

Yay! The Haysville Fall Festival, which offers a fun assortment of events, entertainment, and activities for everyone in the family, is set for 2025! We love when Wichita’s Fall Festival season is underway; there’s so much wholesome fun (and free and cheap)! What I love about the Haysville Fall Fest is that they do pumpkin […]

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 […]

Somewhere Music Fest in Wichita: September 25-26, 2026

Somewhere Fest in Wichita is a downtown festival and conference. It is a two-day music and arts festival. In its first year, this festival was known as the Elsewhere Festival, but it has since been rebranded to reflect its mission to make Wichita “somewhere” where artists and music enthusiasts can explore their creative freedom. What […]

Chicken N Pickle: Free Kids Meals for Back to School

Chicken N Pickle Wichita is making back-to-school season a little easier on families with a limited-time Kids Eat FREE deal. As school starts back up, busy schedules, homework, and after-school activities can make dinnertime a challenge. From August 17 through September 15 (Monday – Thursday), families can enjoy up to two free kids’ meals with […]

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 […]

Fall Concerts in Wichita

Fall is one of my favorite times to get out and enjoy Wichita. Temperatures start cooling down, patios become enjoyable again, and concerts, festivals, and outdoor events happen all over town. Even better, you don’t always need an expensive concert ticket to hear great live music. I’ve put together this guide to free and cheap […]

Central Standard Brewing Anniversary Party in Wichita

CSB Brewery is having its anniversary party in Wichita this August. Central Standard Brewing is celebrating 11years in Wichita, and they’re throwing a big Block Party to mark the occasion. If you love local beer, live music, and a great community vibe, this is one you won’t want to miss. What makes Central Standard Brewing […]

Walnut Valley Festival in Winfield, KS

Walnut Valley Music Fest

The Walnut Valley Festival (referred to simply as “Winfield” by long time festival-goers) is an annual acoustic festival held in Winfield, KS, the third full weekend in September. The festival takes place over a five-day period and is a great, family-friendly event. The Walnut Valley Festival will host the National Flat-Picking Championships from September 16 […]

ICT Comic Con and Science Fiction Expo

ICT Comic Con & Science Expo

The ICT Comic Con and Science Fiction Expo is super! The Comic-Con promises to be an epic celebration of comics, science fiction, movies, gaming, and, of course, superheroes! The organizers have announced their plans to hold the CT Comic Con and Science Fiction Expo in the Exhibition Hall at Century II on August 29 and […]

Goddard Fall Festival: Carnival Rides, Fireworks & More

The Goddard Fall Festival is back! If you’re looking for a fun, affordable fall tradition close to home, this is a great option for Affordable Family Fun Day. Happening October 9–11, 2026, this annual event is full of small-town charm, free activities, and all the classic fall fun your family could want. This is one […]

FREE Audacy Summer Concert Series 2026

Looking for something fun and free to do on Friday night in Wichita? The Audacy Summer Concert Series is back. It was previously known as the KEYN Summer Concert Series. Enjoy free concerts at Naftzger Park in the heart of downtown Wichita & at the Andover Amphitheater this summer! This concert series offers top-notch bands […]

Greater Andover Days Fall Festival 2026

Greater Andover Days is the perfect family-friendly event for all ages, whether it’s for a budget-friendly date night or getting the family out of the house for a weekend. The festival is a beloved fall tradition in Kansas and features a variety of activities, including a lively parade, carnival rides, spectacular fireworks, kids’ activities, live […]

Wichita Asian Festival at Century II

The annual Wichita Asian Festival will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at the Century II Convention Center.  The festival celebrates the culture and customs of Asia with stage presentations, authentic food, and wares from about 15 different Asian countries. The Asian festival in Wichita attracts crowds of approximately 10,000 people, along with numerous […]

Kansas State Fair List of Discounts and Sponsored Days

Kansas State Fair Discounts and Deals

The Kansas State Fair is back at the Kansas State Fairgrounds in Hutchinson, Kansas. Enjoy this Kansas tradition for less with some deals and discounts that make entry affordable for everybody! Be sure to buy tickets online here before Sept 10. 2026 for discounted prices, and keep in mind that any concert tickets you purchase […]

Top Golf Wichita Deals & Discounts

Topgolf in Wichita is a great place to practice golf, have a Date Night, or enjoy some fun Kids’ Activities. Topgolf is an entertainment venue that combines Golf, technology, and a social atmosphere. It’s not your traditional golf experience; it’s a blend of a high-tech driving range, a Sports Bar, and a party venue. Overall, Topgolf […]

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 […]

Autumn and Art at Bradley Fair: Free Festival 2026

Wichita Festivals and Bradley Fair have partnered once again to present Autumn & Art, a weekend-long fine arts fair happening September 11–13, 2026, at Bradley Fair. This juried art show features talented artists from across the United States, along with a number of Kansas artists, giving you the chance to browse and shop high-quality artwork […]

LatinFest ICT in Wichita:

Latin Fest ICT is returning to Wichita on September 19, 2026, bringing a full day of food, music, dancing, and culture to the city. Held during Hispanic Heritage Month, this annual festival is all about celebrating Wichita’s Latino community while bringing people together for a day of diversity, unity, and pride. One of the best […]