The 56th Air Capital Fly-In will be held in September at the Colonel James Jabara Airport airport in Wichita. A day full of activities for adults and children is planned, including free "Young Eagle Rides" for kids 8 to 17 years old, a … [Read more...] about Air Capital Fly-In: Wichita
Fall
Oktoberfest Wichita
In Germany, throngs of people will pack the beer halls and streets of Munich to celebrate Oktoberfest from late September through the first week of October. But don't worry, you won't have to travel that far to eat brats, dance the polka, … [Read more...] about Oktoberfest Wichita
Wichita-area Fall Festivals 2019
It’s the season for small-town fall festivals in the Wichita area. Some happen as early as August, and by September and October, they're in full swing! Community festivals like these always promise good old-fashioned (and cheap) family … [Read more...] about Wichita-area Fall Festivals 2019
FREE Family-Friendly Torchlight Tour at Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum
The lights will be off in the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum on the night of Friday October 25, but that doesn't mean it's closed! Enjoy a fun Halloween torchlight tour of the dark museum - including taking a trip up to the … [Read more...] about FREE Family-Friendly Torchlight Tour at Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum
Clearwater Fall Festival
Enjoy a weekend of homespun parades, carnivals, live music, and plenty of family fun that fits in the family budget. The town of Clearwater, Kansas holds its annual Fall Festival, complete with all the classic festival events. The … [Read more...] about Clearwater Fall Festival
Wichita Blues Crawl
Get ready for the 2019 Fall Blues Crawl in Wichita, happening Sunday evening, September 29. The annual event is one you won't want to miss. A $10 wristband gets you into all the venues plus the After Party. The Wichita Blues … [Read more...] about Wichita Blues Crawl
ICT Bloktoberfest
Celebrate your love of beer (or bier), sausage, and all things German at this year's ICT Bloktoberfest. It's a little bit Oktoberfest combined with a Wichita Block Party. The festivities for this all ages event will begin … [Read more...] about ICT Bloktoberfest
Valley Center Fall Festival
The Valley Center Fall Festival is September 20 & 21 Enjoy good family fun, including carnival rides, crafts, food, music and live entertainment, and a parade. Entry is free. More fall festivals near Wichita Festivities on … [Read more...] about Valley Center Fall Festival
FREE Event: Come Fly a Kite!
Another FREE kite-flying event, "Come Fly a Kite," from the Wichita Park and Recreation department will be held this spring at Chapin Park in Wichita. This is FREE for all ages. On Saturday, October 5, the Wichita Parks and … [Read more...] about FREE Event: Come Fly a Kite!
Fall Bazaars, Christmas Craft Shows, and Holiday Markets
Our list of fall and holiday craft fairs and markets is sponsored by the wonderful Wichita Flea Market! Find them at Century II and shop or rent a booth to sell your wares.
Shop for one-of-a-kind gifts and handmade items at these upcoming 2019 fall and holiday markets, Christmas craft fairs, bazaars, local store open houses, and artisan markets in and around Wichita. Local artists and crafters have been … [Read more...] about Fall Bazaars, Christmas Craft Shows, and Holiday Markets
You-pick farms near Wichita
Every year readers ask me where they can find "you-pick" places in the Wichita area. They're talking about the orchards and farms where families can go pick fresh produce right off the tree or vine. This is so much fun to do, and it's a … [Read more...] about You-pick farms near Wichita
Greater Andover Days Fall Festival
There are four days of fun planned for the fall festival in Andover, Kansas. Greater Andover Days runs September 26 to September 29. Each year the event attracts approximately 5,000 people, and includes a KidFest, parade, archery, … [Read more...] about Greater Andover Days Fall Festival
Haysville Fall Festival
"Haysville Fest-i-ville" is the theme of the Haysville Fall Festival, which offers a fun assortment of events, entertainment and activities for everyone in the family. Many activities are free, and some require a small fee. The … [Read more...] about Haysville Fall Festival
Fall Farm Fun: Pumpkin Patches and Corn Mazes near Wichita
Every year we see wonderful family-owned farms near Wichita that offer pumpkin patches, corn mazes, and other fall fun for families. These are some of the best pumpkin patches in Kansas, and every year they seem to get even … [Read more...] about Fall Farm Fun: Pumpkin Patches and Corn Mazes near Wichita
Haunted Houses and Halloween Attractions in and near Wichita
Just in case you like terrifying yourself, here are some Halloween events and attractions for the older or more scare-proof crowd - not for the little kiddos. (See the list of kid-friendly Halloween events here.) Wichita has haunted houses, … [Read more...] about Haunted Houses and Halloween Attractions in and near Wichita
