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Cici’s $4.99 Adult Buffet Pizza Deal

Wow, what a deal. With a CiCi’s coupon, you can get yourself and up to 3 other adults a delicious deal on Monday or Tuesday nights. The price at Cici’s pizza is always good for the all-you-can eat pizza, pasta, salad, and dessert buffet, but it’s even better with this deal. Keep reading to find […]

Greater Andover Days Event: September 26 – 28, 2025

Greater Andover Days is the perfect family-friendly event for all ages, whether it’s a date night or getting out of the house. Mark your calendars for September 26 – 28, 2025, for Greater Andover Days (GAD)! This annual event features a variety of activities, including a lively parade, spectacular fireworks, KidFest, live entertainment, a fishing […]

Christmas Craft Shows and Holiday Markets 2024

Shop for one-of-a-kind gifts and handmade items at these upcoming holiday bazaars, Christmas craft shows, artisan markets and other holiday shopping events in and around Wichita. Local artists and crafters have been hard at work throughout the year making awesome, unique items for the craft fairs. Enjoy their handiwork and support your local artists at […]

Wichita Veterans Day Parade 2024

Veterans Day Parade

Wichita’s annual Veteran’s Day parade is scheduled for November 9, 2024. 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 […]

$1 Mums at Botanica, The Wichita Gardens

“Mums” the word! If you are looking for an inexpensive way to fill in your fall flower beds, Botanica has you covered with its annual $1mum sale. This sale typically takes place in November, though the specific date varies each year. Be sure to check back regularly for updates, as the event schedule may shift […]

Free Halloween Displays to visit & Spooky Light Shows in Wichita

Halloween Displays to see 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, […]

Halloween Events in Wichita 2024

We have the ultimate list for you of Wichita Halloween events, parties, movies, costume contests, spooky strolls, and more. (Kids get their own page full of trick-or-treat fun and Halloween events for kids!) Whether you’re looking for a thrillingly fun time or more of a chillingly spooky night out with the adults, we have something […]

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 Trick or Treat and Fall Fun Events for Halloween 2024

Trunk or Treat Wichita

Here it is! Our big list of Trick-or-Treats and Trunk-or-Treat near Wichita 2024 is in progress. As always, we have the ultimate list of Halloween events for kids in Wichita for your Halloween fun! Leave the tricks at home, you’re in for a treat! Below we have compiled great family-friendly Halloween and fall places to […]

Golden Corral Military Appreciation Night 2024

Veterans Day at Golden Corral

It’s official! Golden Corral will hold its annual Military Appreciation Night on Veterans Day, Monday, November 11, 2024 from 4 p.m. to close at locations across the U.S. This is one of the best deals for Veterans Day in Wichta we see each year. Nationally, Golden Corral has served over 6.4 million free meals to […]

Bradley Fair Fall Family Friday Events All of October

Fall Fridays at Bradley Fair

Bradley Fair in East Wichita has a Fall celebration every Friday in October. Some events are around $5 for kiddos and free for adults, but the final Trick or Treating event is FREE!  Bradley Fair is located on the East side of Wichita, around a tranquil 50-acre lake. The shopping center provides a serene and […]

McDonald Halloween Pails are Back

2024 Boo Buckets

The McDonald’s Halloween Boo Buckets are back! Yes, the rumors are true. Starting October 15th, 2024 you can get a Halloween pail with your Happy Meal. Your happy meal will be served in the pail instead of the cardboard box. There are 4 new pail designs, only 1 will be in a restaurant at a […]

Halloween movies in Wichita (updated for 2024)

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 […]

Hay, Hooves and Halloween at Old Cowtown

Hay Hooves Cowtown

Bring the kids to Old Cowtown Museum on October 19 or 20, 2024 for Hay, Hooves and Halloween! They’ll get to enjoy a kid-friendly Halloween in a fun and safe environment, and you’ll get discounted admission of just $5 for all ages! Cowtown members and children 4 and younger will get in FREE. **Free Sunday […]

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 […]

Candy Crawl at the Park in Wichita: Free Trick or Treating

The Candy Crawl at Planeview Park (which used to be at Clapp Park) is a family favorite. This free, family-friendly event encourages everyone to dress up, grab a candy bag or bucket, and visit park and recreation staff, local businesses, and organizations for candy and prizes. This FREE, family-friendly Halloween event is on October 18, 2024, […]

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 […]

Botanica’s Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular

Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular

This is a community favorite Halloween event in Wichita for 2024. Botanica will be hosting the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular again this year from October 9, 10, 11 & 12, 2024.  For four days this October, Botanica will be transformed into a family-friendly Halloween haunt,complete with over 1,000 lighted jack-o-lanterns, music from DJ Carbon, food trucks, fire […]

ICT Bloktoberfest and Beer Fest at Naftzger Park

Bloktoberfest Naftzger Park

Celebrate your love of beer (or bier), sausage, and all things German at this year’s ICT Bloktoberfest. The two-day festival is for this all-ages and will be held at Naftzger Park. The park will be transformed into a giant Biergarten (Beer Garden) and will be taken over by music, food, and games.  ICT Bloktoberfest and […]

Starlite Drive In Scary Movies for October

Starlight Drive IN October Movies

This October Starlite Drive In is offering scary movies on Sundays. It is definitely the best movie deal in town (not to mention a great family fun event). The Starlite Drive In in Wichita, KS is gives you the experience of going to an old-fashioned drive-in movie – something that many cities don’t offer anymore […]

Pumpkin Patches in and around Wichita 2024

Pumpkin Patches Wichita

Thank goodness for agricultural tourism in Kansas. Pumpkin patches, corn mazes, and fun farms are all enjoyed outdoors, so go have some fall fun in 2024! Every year, we see lovely 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 […]

Taste of Newton Fall Festival Free Event

The Taste of Newton is an annual event that brings the community to Newton, Kansas, to enjoy a culinary experience featuring food, local vendors, and more. The fall festival in Newton combines two very popular and long-running events. Taste of Newton and the Bethel College Fall Festival continues with special events during the weekend. This […]

Free Things to do in Wichita in October

Happy October! We have compiled a FREE checklist of ideas and things to do in October in Wichita. With the crisp air and Fall Foliage, we are ready for Fall Events in Wichita. There’s so much to enjoy this fall, from Pumpkin Patches and Oktoberfests to Fall Bazaars and Holiday Markets. You won’t want to […]

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 three-day event, there will be dancing, imported German Wiehenstephan Fest Bier, games, and a German food festival. You will need a ticket to […]