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, the 2025 Goddard Fall Festival is the place to be. 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. As a Wichita mom, […]
Mulvane Old Settlers Days Celebration
It’s been an annual event since 1873! Mulvane Old Settlers Days returns August 21–24, 2025, celebrating homespun fun in this historic Kansas town. The beloved four-day festival combines small-town charm with big-time community with rodeo nights, a lively parade, arts & crafts, a carnival, and family-friendly contests all centered around Main Street Park. Below you’ll […]
Mount Hope Prairie Festival
The Mount Hope Prairie Festival 2025 is bringing family fun, live entertainment, and community support to Mount Hope, KS. This year’s theme is Pirates on the Prairie, and it sets sail on Saturday, August 16, 2025. As the town’s largest annual fundraiser, this one-day fall event at the city park is a local favorite for […]
Greater Andover Days Fall Festival 2025
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. Greater Andover Days 2025 kicks off Friday, September 26 and continues through Sunday, September 28, 2025. The festival is a beloved fall tradition in Kansas and […]
Bike Trails in Wichita Kansas
When the weather is nice and you want to get outside for a ride on your bike, you have a lot of options. Discover some of Wichita’s favorite biking trails along with free or inexpensive cycling resources in south central Kansas here. Top Outdoor Parks for Bike Riding in Wichita, Kansas Not all parks are […]
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 […]
Playing Across the Park: Wichita Symphony Free Concerts
Musicians from the Wichita Symphony have partnered with Wichita Park & Recreation to bring you a FREE, family-friendly, all-ages event called Playing Across the Parks, and everyone is welcome. Musicians will play at different parks throughout the city on May 3rd. Enjoy beautiful music with the entire family while you relax outdoors. Venture to one […]
Wichita Blues Crawl in Old Town
Get ready for the Wichita Blues Crawl, which will take place at five different venues in Wichita Old Town. It’s a great time with great music, and you won’t want to miss it. What’s the Blues Crawl? It’s a fundraiser for the Wichita Blues Society, an organization of blues fans dedicated to keeping the blues […]
McConnell Air Show in Wichita and AFB Open House
McConnell Air Force Base in Wichita is hosting an air show in 2026, and the Thunderbirds are coming! This event is FREE to the public. Mark your calendars for October 17 – 18, 2026, for the “Frontiers in Flight” air show in Wichita and the McConnell Air Force base open house. The Wichita air show was […]
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 […]
Halloween Events in Wichita 2025
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 […]
Wichita Trick or Treat and Fall Fun Events for Halloween 2025
Here it is! Our big list of Trick-or-Treats and Trunk-or-Treat near Wichita 2025 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 […]
Halloween movies 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 […]
County Fair at Old Cowtown Museum in Wichita
Experience the sights and sounds of an old 1870s county fair at Old Cowtown Museum in Wichita on Saturday, October 4, 2025. It will be a great time to experience life in simpler days. You’ll enjoy making memories with your family as you experience a county fair like it was in the past – an […]
Cici’s $4.99 Adult Buffet Pizza Deal
Wow, what a deal! With a CiCi’s coupon, you can get yourself and up to three other adults a delicious deal on Monday or Tuesday nights. This deal has expired, but they do bring it back once a year. We will let you know when the CiCi’s buffet deal is back. The price at Cici’s […]
Heritage Square Concert Series 2025
The Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum will once again host its annual FREE concerts at Heritage Square in downtown Wichita. These are truly wonderful lunchtime concerts in a fabulous setting during one of the nicest months (weather-wise) we have in Wichita! The Heritage Square Concert Series will be happening over the noon hour every Wednesday this […]
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
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 […]
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, […]
Wicked Island at 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 […]
Golden Corral Military Appreciation Night 2024
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
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
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 […]
Hay, Hooves and Halloween at Old 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 […]