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 […]
Pumpkin Patches and Fall Fun Farms around Wichita
Thank goodness for agricultural tourism in Kansas. These Wichita-area pumpkin patches, corn mazes, and fun farms are among our favorite fall attractions, so gather the family to have some outdoor fun in 2025! Every year, we see lovely family-owned farms near Wichita that offer pumpkin patches, corn mazes, and other fall fun for families. These […]
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. […]
Howl-O-Ween Party at Linwood Rec Center
If you’re looking for a fun and free way for the kids to celebrate Halloween, the Linwood Rec Center Howl-O-Ween Party is back this year, and it’s going to be all treats and no tricks! Kids can enjoy carnival games, snag plenty of Halloween candy, and brave the spooky haunted room. Costumes are encouraged (please […]
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 […]
Fallapalooza at Tanganyika Deal 2025
Fallapalooza at Tanganyika Wildlife Park is a Fall Event You Can’t Miss (For Just $20!). If you’re on the lookout for a Fall Event that’s fun, festive, and a deal, Tanganyika Wildlife Park’s Fallapalooza should be at the top of your list. Compared to Tanganyika’s regular all-inclusive single-day admission, which *starts at $99.99 in the […]
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 […]
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 takes place on October […]
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 […]
BOOtanica Family Halloween Event in Wichita
BOOtanica at Botanica is happening this year. This is one of Wichita’s best family-friendly Halloween events in town. When fall arrives in Wichita, it’s not just about cooler weather and pumpkin spice; it’s also the season for BOOtacnia, a festival celebration at Botanica, The Wichita Gardens. The event will take place on October 10, 17, […]
Free Mattress Disposal Coupon for Sedgwick County Residents
Quick! Check and see if this is still available. Go get your coupon for free mattress disposal from Sedgwick County Enivironmental Resources. Beginning October 13, 2025, Sedgwick County residents can submit a request for a coupon for FREE mattress disposal at Brooks Landfill. What a deal! Normally, mattress disposal is NOT free. In fact, you […]
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 […]
ICT Bloktoberfest and Beer Fest at Naftzger Park
Celebrate your love of beer (or bier), sausage, and all things German at this year’s ICT Bloktoberfest in Wichita. The two-day festival is for 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, and […]
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 […]
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 […]
Drone Light Festival at Exploration Place 2025
The Drone Light Festival at Exploration Place will take place this Fall. The Drone Show in Wichita is a family favorite, but tickets to the Drone Festival tend to sell out every year. This event combines three incredible experiences into one unforgettable experience. The festival offers breathtaking views of 400 synchronized drones, fully choreographed to […]
Woofstock Wichita: October 4, 2025
Wichita-area dogs are invited to bring their humans to Woofstock is the annual dog-friendly fundraising event that benefits the Kansas Humane Society and the pets they care for. Join thousands of pet lovers and animal enthusiasts at KHS’s biggest fundraising event and festival—Woofstock! As one of the largest events of its kind in the Midwest. […]
Kansas Railfest
The Great Plains Transportation Museum will hold another Kansas Railfest this September. This one-of-a-kind event celebrates the history of railroads in Kansas and beyond and will feature lots of activities for the whole family. This is a great event to kick off the many Fall Festivals around Wichita. Kansas Railfest 2025 About Great Plains Transportation […]
Wichita Asian Festival at Century II
The annual Wichita Asian Festival will be held on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at the Century II Convention Center. The festival celebrates the culture and customs of Asia with stage presentations, authentic food, and wares from about 15 different Asian countries. The Asian festival in Wichita attracts crowds of approximately 10,000 people, along with numerous […]