Kansas State Fair General Info
When is the Kansas State Fair this year? It is September 5 – 14, 2025, in Hutchinson, Kansas. These ten days are packed with fun for all ages. This fair is the largest single event in Kansas and annually attracts approximately 350,000 people. You can enjoy mouthwatering food, live music, agricultural exhibits, and more. The […]
Tanganyika Wildlife Park: Ultimate Guide to Visiting on a Budget
Tanganyika Wildlife Park in Goddard, Kansas, is the most interactive zoo in the Midwest. It offers unique experiences where visitors can feed, touch, and learn about animals. While a visit to Tanganyika comes at a cost, we’re here to break down the latest changes and share the most affordable ways to enjoy the park. About […]
PBS Kids Play Area in Wichita: Free
Have you heard of the PBS Kids Play area in WIchita? This is a local gem and its FREE to visit. It’s the perfect place to take kids if you are looking for Kid’s Activities in Wichita. The PBS Education Center is located inside the PBS Channel 8 building. Its a children’s play area full […]
Wichita Ice Center: Indoor Ice Skating and Hockey in Wichita
Step into the Wichita Ice Center, your go-to hub for all things icy in Wichita, Kansas, since 1996! Whether you’re a seasoned skater or taking your first glides, we’ve got all the essentials to make your ice-skating experience unforgettable. Continue reading this article to see when you can skate for just $2. Their cutting-edge facility […]
Homemade Ranch Recipe
Homemade ranch dressing is typically more affordable than store-bought options because the main ingredients, like mayonnaise, buttermilk, and spices, can be purchased in bulk at a lower cost per use. If your family loves ranch as much as ours, you’ve got to try this recipe! I know it’s more effort than grabbing a bottle off […]
Money Saving Tips: How to Save & Spend Less in Wichita
I have embraced these money-saving strategies for a year now and am excited to share what proved effective in helping my family save money. While not every tip may resonate with your family, they serve as valuable reminders to be conscious of where your hard-earned money goes. These suggestions are practical and accessible, making them […]
Christmas Gift Guide: Wichita Experience Gift Ideas
We have compiled a list of Christmas gift ideas and local experiences for our Wichita Friends. This holiday gift guide will give you unique ideas for this holiday. The idea behind the local experience approach takes a clear path towards quality over quantity! Join us on a Christmas list journey as we unwrap the gift […]
Kid-Friendly Attractions in Wichita
Wichita has so many wonderful things to do for kids. Here is a collection of just a few of the kid-friendly attractions in Wichita. We really could just keep going and going… So what are you waiting for? Start checking these places off your list and see what Wichita has to offer for kid-friendly family […]
Farmer’s Market Coupons for Low-Income Seniors
Residents of Butler, Sedgwick, and Harvey counties who are 60 years or older and meet the following income guidelines can apply to receive (10) $5 coupons, totaling $50. Seniors can use their benefits to purchase fresh, nutritious, unprepared, and locally grown fruits, vegetables, herbs, and honey at local participating farmers’ markets from June to November. […]
Field Station Dinosaur Park in Derby
Field Station Dinosaurs is a one-of-a-kind prehistoric expedition featuring over 40 life-sized, moving, and realistic dinosaurs that are thrilling, educational, and fun! Young visitors to the Field Station step into the shoes of budding scientists, poised to explore, question, and uncover secrets! Amidst the natural backdrop of native grasses lies a bustling scientific expedition, and […]
Save on Summer Vacation Travel – How to Save Money on Road Trips
It’s almost summer travel season, when many of us are looking for options to get out of town. After 4 years of staycationing here in the ICT, I think I’m ready to go on a road trip. Of course, if we do that it’s going to have to be one of my patented “on the […]
McCormick School Museum
Wichita’s McCormick School building, designed by architects Proudfoot and Bird, is the oldest school building in Wichita. It’s now a museum that showcases the history of Wichita Public Schools. The McCormick School was built in 1890 and was the seventeenth elementary school in the Wichita Public School system. Tours of the McCormick School Museum are […]
Free and Discount Museum Days in Wichita
Whether you’re a visitor or a resident, Wichita’s museums provide lots of educational fun and entertainment. Most are moderately priced to begin with, but Wichita also has FREE museum days at times during the year. (And some of our museums are always completely free!) Sometimes the free days are part of a bigger national program […]
Museums in Wichita
Wichita has some great Museums to visit and Museums are a great way to get out of the house to learn about history. By attending these museums, I have listed, you’re not only supporting the building and their preservation, but you are supporting the community. Who knows, maybe you’ll find out something you didn’t know […]
How to Visit Exploration Place on a Budget
Exploration Place in downtown Wichita is a big attraction in our city. It’s a premier Science Center with activities for all ages. In addition to their many permanent exhibits, they have numerous special exhibits, Live Science Shows, and shows in The Dome theater. How to Visit Exploration Place on a Budget: FREE admissions are offered […]
Old Town Farm & Art Market Wichita
Wichita’s Old Town Farm and Art Market reopens for the 2023 season on Saturday, April 1, 2023! The market opens as early at 8 a.m. for fresh food and other shopping. Enjoy live music from 10 a.m. to noon-ish. This event is FREE to attend! The Old Town Farmers Market has been a staple of […]
The Wichita WATER Center
Is Permanently Closed The Wichita WATER Center is a hands-on learning experience for kids and adults, complete with an aquarium. The Wichita Area Treatment, Education & Remediation (W.A.T.E.R.) Center opened October 16, 2003. The Center serves as a treatment facility for the Gilbert-Mosley and the North Industrial Corridor Groundwater Remediation Programs as well as a public […]
Free and Cheap Things to Do with Kids in Wichita
Our updated list is here! Keep the whole family busy year-round with these inexpensive and free kids activities in Wichita and the surrounding areas. This list is fantastic for toddlers and young kids, but take note – some offer activities for big brothers and sisters too. To keep up with all the latest things to […]
FREE Local Coloring Pages from Wichita Businesses, Organizations
If there’s been anything positive from 2020 (and there has been, definitely), one of the positives is that local organizations brought a lot more of their resources online for Wichita residents – and for the whole world – to enjoy and learn from. What started to catch my attention were free printable coloring sheets that […]
The BIG list of military discounts in Wichita KS
When I’m paying for a purchase, you’ll likely hear me ask, “Do you offer a military discount?” My husband, a 20-year Air Force veteran, taught me that line. Judging from the input when I asked a Facebook group of military spouses for their favorite places that offer military discounts, I’m not the only person with […]
Free & cheap Wichita date ideas
Whether you’re single or married, going out on a date can be expensive – especially if you only think in terms of the traditional “dinner and a show” type date night. (Love is grand, but should it really cost a grand to spend some quality time with your sweetie?) What follows are Wichita date ideas that […]
Museum of World Treasures Gift Certificate & Membership
From now until the end of 2010, when you buy or renew a Museum of World Treasures membership you’ll get a free $10 Museum Gift Certificate. Memberships, which offer unlimited museum visits, invitations to special events, and gift store and educational program discounts, could be a great gift for a family, grandparent, or any history […]
Old Town Farmer’s Market
The Old Town Farmers Market is held Saturday mornings during spring, summer, and fall. You’ll find fresh locally grown produce, handmade and local goods, live entertainment, and activities for the kids. This is a really great way to spend a Saturday morning in the heart of Wichita. Admission is always free. The market is open from […]