Wichita Veterans Day Parade
Wichita’s annual Veteran’s Day parade is scheduled for November 8, 2025. It’s one of the events in Wichita our family hardly ever misses. Keep reading to find the route and where to go to find all of the fun and events after the parade! Veterans Day is on November 11th so make sure to put […]
Wichita Guitar Heroes Exhibit
If you’re a regular reader here at Wichita on the Cheap, you probably already know that Wichita, Kansas was first to rock the electric guitar. It’s true! Our city is where the electric guitar made its debut in 1932. The Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum has kept that bit of local knowledge alive over the years, […]
Wichita Trick or Treat and Fall Fun Events for Halloween 2025
Happy Halloween! Here’s our big list of Trunk-or-Treat events and Trick-or-Treating around Wichita 2025 is ongoing. As always, we have the ultimate list of Halloween events for kids in Wichita for your Halloween fun! Below, we have compiled great family-friendly Halloween and fall fun places to take your family this October that the kids will […]
Free Halloween Displays to visit & Spooky Light Shows in Wichita
When I think of Halloween displays in Wichita, I first think of the College Hill neighborhood. It has been a family favorite for years and is known for being one of the best neighborhoods for Halloween decor. All over the neighborhood, houses take Halloween decorating to the extreme. The community spirit is strong, with many […]
Haunted Houses in Wichita KS and Scary Halloween Attractions
If you’re a thrill seeker, here are some haunted houses and scary Halloween attractions around Wichita for the older or more scare-proof crowd – not for the little kiddos. (But if you’re looking for that, see the list of kid-friendly Halloween events here.) The Wichita area has lots of top-notch haunted houses, scary tree farms, […]
Chicken N Pickle Halloween Dog Costume Contest
Dog Halloween costume contest at Chicken N Pickle. If you like dressing up your dog for Halloween, this is the perfect event to take them to. It’s FREE to attend. Bring your dog dressed up in costume to Chicken N Pickle. 10% of food and drink sales will go back to the Kansas Humane Society. […]
Laser Halloween Show at Exploration Place
Join Exploration Place for a Laser Halloween Show that will electrify the night in their giant-screen dome theater. Get ready for iconic tunes, mesmerizing visuals, and beams of light that’ll have you howling with excitement! Watch as lasers pulse to the beats of Halloween favorites like Beetlejuice, Ghostbusters, Thriller, Monster Mash, and more. Don’t miss […]
Halloween Movies & Show in Wichita 2025
Scare yourself silly this month with several classic (and new) horror movie screenings at various theatres around Wichita. Below is a list of Halloween-themed or scary movies and films that are guaranteed to keep you up at night. And if you like scary things, you’ll love our list of Haunted Houses and Halloween Attractions in […]
Halloween Events & Activites in Wichita 2025
We have compiled the ultimate list of Halloween events in Wichita, including haunted houses, Halloween movie events, pumpkin patches, fall attractions, trick-or-treat (and trunk-or-treat), pumpkin patches, night out events like parties and costume contests, spooky strolls, and more. Kids and family-friendly events get their own full page article: Trunk or Treats and Family-Friendly Halloween Fun […]
McDonald Halloween Pails are Back
The McDonald’s Halloween Boo Buckets are back! Yes, the rumors are true. Starting October 21, and will go until November 3, 2025 you can get a Halloween pail with your Happy Meal. Your Happy Meal will be served in a pail instead of a cardboard box. There are 3 pail designs, only 1 will be […]
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 […]
Bradley Fair Fall Family Friday Events in October
Bradley Fair in East Wichita is bringing back its Fall Fridays events starting October 10, 2025! Two of these are ticketed events but the final Trick or Treating event is FREE! This year, the Bradley Fair Fall Friday events are not all happening in the evenings. The first event is a morning storytime with snacks. […]
Exploration Place BOOfest: Halloween Event in Wichita 2025
Don’t miss out on all the spooktacular Halloween fun at Exploration Place in Wichita! They are hosting BOOfest again this year, which is a family favorite of ours. Enjoy trick-or-treating through the exhibits, play exciting Halloween games, dive into hands-on science experiments, and more. This is a great Halloween Event for all ages and will […]
Hay, Hooves and Halloween at Old Cowtown
Hay Hooves and Halloween at Cowtown is back this year. This is a great, family Trick or Treating event at the Old Cowtown Museum in Wichita. Ghouls haunt the streets, dancing in costumes, zombie cowboys, ghost haunting the historic house, and of course, candy. They’ll get to enjoy a kid-friendly Halloween in a fun and […]
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 16 – 19, 2025. This “stubbornly independent” film festival showcases films you might not otherwise see […]
Haysville, Kansas Fall Festival 2025: October 17-19, 2025
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 […]
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 18, 2025 called Art on the Trail. This annual event gives those with an appreciation for art and wine an opportunity to enjoy both in a beautiful outdoor setting. This is one of the many great Fall Events in […]
Derby’s Third Thursday Free Event: Music, Art, Food Trucks
Have you heard about Derby’s Third Thursday? It’s a fantastic FREE event with live music, artist exhibits, adult beverages, food trucks, and more! Third Thursday in Derby, Kansas, happens in the Spring and Fall. Hop in your car, take Rock Road and head South, and you will run right into Derby. Derby is only about […]
Starlite Drive In Scary Movies this Fall
Starlite Drive-In’s scary movies are back this year. It is definitely the best movie deal in town, not to mention a great Family Fall Event. The Starlite Drive-In in Wichita, KS, gives you the experience of going to an old-fashioned drive-in movie – something that many cities no longer offer – but with upgraded sound […]
Fall Events in Wichita 2025
There are so many things to do in Wichita this Fall. We have compiled a list of events happening and fall attractions in and around Wichita. Celebrate the changing of the leaves with some fall shopping, events, festivals, and more. It’s time for cozy sweaters, warm pumpkin-spiced drinks, and, best of all, Fall events. We […]
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 10–12, this annual event is full of small-town charm, free activities, and all the classic fall fun your family could want. This is one of […]
The Arcade in Downtown Wichita: Half Price Day & Deals
The Arcade in downtown Wichita is a nostalgic blast from the past, featuring classic video games and a laid-back atmosphere perfect for hanging out, playing, eating, and drinking. You pay one price and can stay all day and play as much as you want. The Arcade is filled with games from 1980 and 1990. It […]
Treehouse Concerts at Bartlett Arboretum 2025
Super-affordable and a great way to spend an afternoon outside, the Treehouse Concerts at Bartlett Arboretum are just a short drive from Wichita …
Prost Octoberfest in Wichita
Prost will be hosting its annual Oktoberfest this Fall! This all-ages event is sure to be fun for the whole family. The staff is usually dressed in traditional German attire. During this event, you can enjoy dancing, imported German Wiehenstephan Fest Bier, games, and a German food festival. Oktoberfest is a famous annual festival that […]
Free Outdoor Movie at Naftzger Park: Paws & Popcorn in the Park
We love FREE events, and this is a fun outdoor movie happening at Naftzger Park this year. Families, mark your calendar for Paws & Popcorn in the Park on October 3, 2025. The evening kicks off with playtime in the dog park, so your pups can run, sniff, and socialize before the show. Then, grab […]