Events at the Hopping Gnome Brewing Company
There is something irreplaceable about being a part of “the local scene.” The Hopping Gnome Brewing Company is one of those local picks — a one-of-a-kind, family-run spot that not only has high-caliber brews, but also serves up that comfy local atmosphere complete with live events. To top it off, these events are affordable, and […]
Symphony of Spring, Friends University Singing Quakers
The Friends University Singing Quakers will present the Symphony of Spring concert featuring the theme Feelin’ Alright, April 22-24. The show has been a Wichita favorite for more than 50 years. Disney favorites, pop standards and Broadway tunes from around the world will be featured from shows ranging from Fiddler on the Roof, The Phantom […]
Civil War Day at Old Cowtown Museum
Head to Cowtown this weekend for Civil War Days. An Old Cowtown Museum special annual event, Civil War Days will have Cowtown bursting at the seams with Confederate and Union soldiers in a Civil War re-enactment. https://www.facebook.com/OldCowtownMuseum/posts/352784530220066 The re-enactment is scheduled for April 23 & 24, 2022. On Saturday, the event goes from 10 a.m. […]
Party in the 060 (Haysville KS)
Haysville Recreation has a fun spring festival planned for April 23, 2022. Party in the 060 will be held in Riggs Park, Haysville and include many super fun activities. To participate in the Cornhole Tourney, Chili Cookoff, or Beerfest, you’ll want to register online in advance. The other activities happening that afternoon, starting at 3 […]
FREE: Family movie at OJ Watson Park
Enjoy a family-friendly, FREE movie in Watson park. What a fun way to start your spring break, watching a movie outdoors under the stars! The Park will show Despicable Me on Saturday, April 2, 2022. “Gru a criminal mastermind uses a trio of orphan girls as pawns for a grand scheme, he finds their love […]
FREE: Kansas Aviation Museum special event with NASA astronaut and Space Force Colonel Nick Hague
Kansas native, NASA astronaut, and Space Force officer Nick Hague will be speaking at a special FREE event at Kansas Aviation Museum Monday, April 4, 2022. Tickets are required (but they are free). Go to the Eventbrite website here to register and get your ticket before they’re all gone. Col. Hague will speak about his […]
Friends University Fine Arts performances
Friends University is jumping into a busy post-spring break schedule with upcoming performances listed below: University Community Orchestra March 29, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. Sebits Auditorium The Friends University Community Orchestra concert will feature performances by Jordan Roth and Hannah Howard, the winners of Friends University’s 2021 Miller Competition. Also included will be the winner […]
Black Lens Film Series at Wichita Orpheum Theatre
Wichita’s historic Orpheum Theatre, an ASM Global-managed facility, is adding to its on-screen programming with the Black Lens Film Series, presented by Cox. The new series kicks off Thursday, April 7 with the current Oscar and GRAMMY-nominated film, Summer of Soul, directed by Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson. The series focuses on stories by Black directors and […]
NCAAW Fan Fest at Naftzger Park
During the Women’s basketball championship, NCAAW fans can get together to watch the tournament at Naftzger Park. On Saturday, March 26, 2022, Wichita Park and Recreation will host a NCAAW Fan Fest from noon to 8 p.m. at Naftzger Park in Old Town. Food trucks and yard games will be available while the park’s big […]
Final Friday party & art show
The new Brick & Mortar Venue will be the scene of a Final Friday Food Truck Party & Art Show event this month. Admission is FREE for all ages. They’ll have local art, vendors, live music, food and drink trucks, yard games, door prizes, and more. Over 25 local artists and vendors will be set […]
Shows at Flying Pig Improv
Flying Pig Improv in Wichita is a different kind of theater experience! “Improv is unscripted, fun, and exciting. Six skilled improvisers will take your suggestions and create games and scenes that have never been (and will never be) seen again. Come marvel and laugh at this unique event! It’s a small theater in big demand. […]
Spring activities guide for Wichita
Registration is open for activities and classes through the City of Wichita Park and Recreation department! A link to their new guide is below. The new guide, Evolve, combines events, activities, and classes from CityArts, the Wichita Public Library – making this a fantastic resource for free & cheap activities in Wichita, KS! […]
Opera at Friends University
Friends University has announced the upcoming performances of two short operas this month: Old Maid and the Thief by Gian Carlo Menotti and Fables by Ned Rorem. The evening of opera will be held February 26 and 27, 2022. It is spearheaded by local director Ashley Winters, who serves as the Managin Artistic Director at […]
Duets for My Valentine Dance Performance
Regina Klenjoski Dance Company will host Duets for My Valentine on Saturday, February 12 at 8:00 pm, in celebration of Valentine’s Day. Join them for a dreamy evening of dance performances at the Crown Uptown Theater. The evening will include new work and repertory by Artistic Director Regina Klenjoski, a new work, “Shades of Love,” […]
Badass Women of Wichita Alliance upcoming events
The Finishing School for Modern Women and PourHouse by Walnut River Brewing Company are joining forces to form an alliance of Badass Women in Wichita! They’re inviting women of all ages to join the inclusive society for discussions and actions that build community, empower women, and develop badassery. Other women’s organizations are also invited to […]
Wichita Thunder Hockey 50% off tickets this weekend
The Wichita Thunder hits the ice this weekend and they have some ticket specials! Get 50% OFF TICKETS to the below games with the promo code IBA50 – Purchase tickets in person at the Thunder office, the INTRUST Bank Arena box office, or online at intrustbankarena.com/events-tickets/wichita-thunder Friday, February 4 Toyota Community Night Saturday, February 5 […]
Burns Concert
Westwood Presbyterian Church will host the River City Pipers & Drummers this month for the 2022 Burns Concert. The concert celebrates the life & works of Scotland’s National Bard Robert Burns in music, poetry, and song. The band will be joined by Jacob Shepherd playing Scottish fiddle tunes, and Samantha Jonker will sing classic Burns […]
Groupon promo code for extra 20% off
Getting a Groupon for a local place is already going to be a good deal, but you can get an even better deal when Groupons go on sale, like right now. You can take an extra percent off local Groupon deals using a promo code. These deals are not always available through the app, so […]
Holiday hours in Wichita – what’s open, what’s closed
Seasons greetings! Remember a few years ago when it seemed like practically everything was open 24/7 and several stores were even open on Thanksgiving and Christmas? Well, you can thank 2020 for changing all of that. Sure, it was convenient for stores to be open but it also meant that people had to work, which […]
Free and Cheap Things to Do Today in Wichita KS
Looking for something to do in Wichita, KS today? Here’s what we’ve found. Be sure to check out our full event calendar to see discounts, deals, and events coming up in the week or month ahead and the ever-popular weekend events or our list of free & cheap this week. This list of things to […]
Christmas Vacation at the Dome
I honestly don’t know how you can get any more festive than this. Exploration Place will be showing the ultimate holiday classic movie. Christmas Vacation will be shown in the Dome at Exploration Place December 16, 17, and 18, 2021. General admission tickets start at $15 and some are still available. Then after the movie, […]
A Night with Santa in Haysville
Join in the fun at the first-ever Night with Santa event in Haysville on Friday, December 11, 2021. Haysville Recreation has invited Santa to visit and enjoy a festive holiday evening with kids and families from 6-8 p.m. in the historic district. You’ll get to take a picture with Santa, ride on a horse-drawn carriage, […]
Little Women Broadway Musical Friends University
Friends University will present the musical, Little Women, Friday, Nov. 19 through Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021. Based on Louisa May Alcott’s classic book, Little Women has been expertly adapted for the stage and song. The story centers around four adventurous sisters- Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy March – as they grow up in Civil War America. It is a captivating […]
Friends University Community Orchestra
The Friends University Community Orchestra will present their first performance of the season on Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2021 at 7:30 p.m. on the Sebits Auditorium stage. “We are excited to perform an orchestra favorite – Beethoven’s 6th Symphony. It’s nicknamed ‘Pastoral’ for its depiction of country scenes ranging from a country dance to a thunderstorm,” […]
Free children’s choir performance at Naftzger Park
On Saturday, October 23, 2021, the Wichita Community Children’s Choir will perform a FREE concert at Naftzger Park. The free event is being held in partnership with Wichita Park and Recreation. Enjoy the Wichita Community Children’s Choir as they take the stage to brighten your day with music. This is a FREE family-friendly event in […]