Wichita on the Cheap

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Mark Arts Concerts at the Corner Music Series

Mark Arts is hosting Concerts at the Corner this Fall, a two-week concert series featuring local musicians. Tickets are reasonable at $3 for Mark Arts members and $5 for the General Public. The series will be held outside in the Mark Arts sculpture garden and is open to the public. The venue will also offer […]

Exploration Place in Wichita

Exploration Place Wichita Kansas

Exploration Place in Wichita is a popular destination and, personally, one of our family’s favorites. It offers a dynamic and ever-changing range of activities, ensuring each visit is a unique experience. The facility features a rotation of exhibits, allowing visitors to explore new adventures regularly. It is situated along the scenic Arkansas River, providing a […]

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 […]

The BEST Places to Fly Kites in Wichita

There’s nothing quite like the tug of a kite catching a breeze and pulling up into the sky. Kite flying is a fun and cheap thing to do in Wichita and anyone can do it when you have a little knowledge, a little wind, and a great place to fly your kite! To help you […]

Wichita KidsFest at the Wichita Sports Forum

Wichita Kids Fest is an event where you can make memories with your children through hands-on activities and family-friendly adventures. This children’s festival should check all the boxes! This event was created BY kids FOR kids, so you know it will be packed with fun and adventure for all ages. This family-focused festival offers a […]

Derby Water Park, Rock River Rapids End of Summer Deals

Rock River Rapids end of Summer Deals

Rock River Rapids water park in Derby, Kansas, is having some end-of-summer fun deals and activities. Have you ever been to this water park? If not, it’s worth the drive. Check out these deals below. Please read our article about Rock River Rapids to learn more about this water park in Derby, how to get free admission, […]

Night at Cowboy Camp at Cowtown

Here’s a fun item for your summer agenda before the kids go back to school! Cowtown Wichita has an event called Night at Cowboy Camp. The price includes dinner, unique activities, and an evening learning how to be a Cowboy. This event is recommended for kids ages 4-12. It’s a fundraiser for the museum that’s […]

Wichita Ice Center Discounts $2 Tuesdays & Thrusdays

The Wichita Ice Center is the place for indoor ice skating in Wichita. If you want to learn to ice skate or are looking for some activities in Wichita, this is the place to go.   The Wichita Ice Center has had $2 Tuesday for a while, but now they have added Thursday! This deal is […]

PeachFest Event at Blood Orchard Farm

Blood Orchard is hosting a sweet summer celebration this year called PeachFest! Hosted by Blood Orchard and Blood Orchard Brewing Co., this annual summer favorite returns on Saturday, August 2, for a full day of peachy fun, food, and small-town charm. Held on their historic family property, this year marks the 6th Annual PeachFest, celebrating […]

Museum of World Treasures Customer Appreciation Day

It’s an event we look forward to each year around back-to-school time. The Museum of World Treasures Customer Appreciation Day is an opportunity to explore all the strange, quirky, fascinating, and fun artifacts collected right here in Wichita, Kansas, at a discount with special activities. This event is Sunflower Summer eligible! If you qualify, use […]

Starlite Drive In Theater Wichita

It is definitely one of the best movie deals 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 – but with upgraded sound and video. Movie goers […]

Chicken N Pickle Summer Deals in Wichita

Chicken N Pickle has a fun summer lineup of deals and activities in Wichita. As a mom with two daughters, I’m always looking for places that mix delicious food, family-friendly activities, and summer excitement all without breaking the bank. Chicken N Pickle on North Greenwich Road delivers on every front this season with a lineup […]

Kansas State Fair Unlimited Carnival Rides Sale: July 29, 2025

If you are heading to the Kansas State Fair this year and want to ride the carnival rides, you will want to make sure to snag this deal to receive unlimited rides. The Midway wristband will be on sale for $28 ($48 Value) on July 29, 2025. It provides unlimited rides for one person on […]

Wichita Summer Checklist: Things to Do in Wichita This Summer

Here is our ultimate Summer Checklist of things to do in Wichita this Summer. This list includes all ages summer activities in Wichita. Our city is filled with many things for residents and visitors to do this summer. There is much to explore, from fan-favorite events to some of our Summertime Free activities. Bust the boredom […]

Botanica Traveling Exhibit Glass in Flight II

Looking for a budget-friendly day out that the whole family will love? Glass in Flight 2 is now open at Botanica, and it’s included with regular admission! From now through July 30, visitors can explore this colorful outdoor exhibit filled with giant, breathtaking glass and metal sculptures of butterflies, bees, dragonflies, and more. Art Meets […]

Sedgwick County Zoo: free admission for first responders

First Responders Free Zoo

The Sedgwick County Zoo is honoring First Responders Day on July 22, 2025, with FREE admission for all law enforcement, fire, EMS personnel, and 911 operators. Families can also enjoy free entry that day by using the Sunflower Summer App, making it a great time to visit the zoo without spending a dime. First responders […]

2025 National Ice Cream Day Deals in Wichita, KS – Free & Discounted Treats

What’s better than ice cream? Free ice cream, of course! So don’t miss these National Ice Cream Day/Month freebies.  2025 Update (July 2025): This post has been updated with the latest National Ice Cream Day deals in Wichita, including new offers from Burger King and DQ. We’re not surprised that July is National Ice Cream […]

YMCA Andover Summer Bash

The Andover YMCA End of Summer Bash is closing out summer with a splash, and your family won’t want to miss it! Mark your calendar for Saturday, August 23, from 1 to 4 p.m. for their big End of Summer Bash. This event is free to attend for YMCA members. Individual guest passes for $10 […]

Art in the Park at Naftzger Park

Naftzger Park will host the Art in the Park. This is going to be a fun, family-friendly morning. Join us for live performances, art-making, and fun in the sun! Celebrate Wichita’s brightest young talents as they showcase their work from the GenSTEAM Summer Apprenticeship! Enjoy live performances, hands-on art activities, and a first listen to […]

Visit Exploration Place for Free and $50 Off a Membership

Exploration Place is running a fantastic deal with the Sunflower Summer App this summer. You can get an annual membership for 50% off, and Kansas students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade and up, along with one adult, can visit for FREE with the Sunflower Summer app. When visiting, each person registered to your Sunflower Summer […]

Creature Feature at Great Plains Nature Center: Free Summer Activity

Learn about different creatures with the Great Plains Nature Center. The naturalist-led programs will spotlight different animals. They usually last about 40 minutes and are appropriate for all ages!  One of their Naturalists dives into one of their favorite native Kansas wildlife topics. You can find this program in the auditorium in the GPNC building! […]

New Market Square Free Kids Summer Series

The New Market Square free Summer kids series is happening this year in Wichita! New Market is more than just a place to shop; they are hosting some fun Summer Kids Events. If you aren’t familiar with New Market, it’s a large shopping area located at 2441 N. Maize Road, between 21st and 29th streets. […]

Free Ice Cream Social & Birthday Celebration at the Wichita Historical Museum

Can you think of anything better to do when the weather is so warm than getting together with friends and neighbors for an old-fashioned ice cream social? Our grandparents really knew what they were doing when they invented this kind of gathering! And this summer, it comes with a birthday cake too! Visit the museum that […]

The Big Float on the Arkansas River

The Big Float Wichita

The Big Float is a river float and beach party on the Arkansas River in downtown Wichita. The goal of the Big Float is to build support for improving river access and creating a river habitat for Wichitans.  Because this is a fundraiser to fund the River’s water quality improvements and education opportunities, refunds are […]