Haysville, Kansas 4th of July 2025
Haysville, KS, is celebrating the 4th of July all day long at Riggs Park, and it’s FREE! These activities are being held on THE day, Friday, July 4, 2025. The Haysville fireworks and other activities are put on by Haysville Rec and the City of Haysville. Since it’s just five miles south of Wichita, roughly, […]
Derby, Kansas 4th of July Fireworks, Parade and Events
The City of Derby, Kansas has announced its plans for a fun 4th of July fireworks show and a day full of fun activities with a firecracker race, Independence Day parade, Rock River Rapids waterpark, and more. I highly recommend putting the 4th of July parade on your schedule this year. It’s a great way […]
4th of July in El Dorado, Kansas Fireworks and Events
El Dorado, KS, has a great list of 4th of July activities and fireworks. You can expect a bike parade, turtle races, a veterans ceremony, a free swim, and, of course, fireworks. There are lots of activities taking place throughout the day in El Dorado. El Dorado is a great small town approximately 30 minutes northeast […]
Mulvane, Kansas 4th of July Parade
Mulvane, Kansas, is known for its 4th of July parade, which celebrates our great nation’s independence. The parade is a long-standing tradition in Mulvane, drawing residents and visitors. Local businesses, organizations, schools, and community groups participate in the parade, showcasing floats, decorated vehicles, and themed displays. Mulvane, Kansas, is located approximately 15 miles south of […]
Celebrate America at Old Cowtown Museum
Happy 4th of July! Get ready to celebrate America like its 1875 with Old Cowtown Museum’s annual Independence Day celebration. This year, Cowtown is hosting the 4th of July fun on Saturday, July 5. Enjoy old-time patriotic activities at this living history museum, which will be decorated with patriotic flags and buntings to mark the […]
Wichita 4th of July: Red, White, and Boom: Downtown Wichita
Celebrate the 4th of July with Wichita’s biggest Independence Day party, Red, White & BOOM, in downtown Wichita. This FREE event is open to the public. The festivities will begin at 6 p.m., and food trucks will surround the area of Century II. Then, enjoy the fireworks in downtown Wichita. This spectacular event, presented by […]
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 […]
Rock River Rapids Waterpark in Derby
Rock River Rapids, the water park in Derby, is a premier water park in south-central Kansas! Rock River Rapids is a full-service Aquatic Park with Concessions, Lockers (provide your own lock), a Bathhouse, and a Gift Counter. Numerous areas at the park are liberally equipped with lounge chairs for relaxing. The Park is staffed with […]
Taco Fest in Wichita: Best Taco in ICT 2025
It doesn’t have to be Tuesday to have tacos! The Wichita Taco Festival is back! This year’s Taco Fest will be held June 28, 2025, in Downtown Wichita at the Fountains at Waterwalk. It was previously at the Capitol Federal Amphitheater in Andover. Stroll around and savor a variety of tacos, international cuisines, and more, […]
Free Book for Kids from Barnes and Noble Summer Reading Program
This summer, Barnes & Noble wants kids to go on an adventure without ever leaving their backyard or bedroom. All they need is a good book and a vivid imagination. Barnes & Noble’s Summer Reading Program rewards kids (grades one through six) with a FREE book after they’ve read a designated number of books. These […]
Free Summer Meals for Kids: Summer Food Program
This summer, kids can receive free breakfast and lunch at locations across Wichita. This wonderful Summer Food Program is back for 2025! The program is open to any kid ages 18 and under. There are no qualifying guidelines or paperwork to complete—just a free meal provided by the WPS Summer Food Program. Wichita Public Schools […]
FREE Swimming Days at Wichita Pools
I remember when I first heard about Wichita’s FREE swimming days! They have them for each of the city’s pools throughout the summer. Can you believe that? Also see: Where to Swim in Wichita City of Wichita Pools have been undergoing some changes and upgrades for the past few years. Some of them were turned […]
Moonlit Mania at Great Plains Nature Center: Free Event
The Great Plains Nature Center welcomes the community to a FREE event called Moonlit Mania, where, for one night only, they will be open late. Grab your flashlight and join them for a night of exploration under the stars! Explore the park by moonlight from 9 pm-11 pm, just as our favorite nocturnal creatures do! […]
Free Pints of Kroger Ice Cream at Dillons on June 20
To celebrate the official start of the summer solstice season on June 20, 2025, Kroger is giving away 92,000 pints of FREE ice cream. Kroger has done this deal before, and I have always gotten my free ice cream, and it’s easy. This means Kroger will be handing out 1,000 pints of their brand ice […]
Kansas Aviation Museum Block Party
Gather up a big group of friends or relatives and squeeze everyone in the car! The Kansas Aviation Museum Block Party will be a summer day of Flight, Fun, and Family … and carload admission pricing! Sunday, June 22, our favorite art deco airport-turned-museum will host a family-friendly block party from 1-6 p.m. It will […]
Derby Plaza Theater Cheap Summer Kids’ Movies
The Derby Plaza Summertime discounted kids’ movies are back. When it gets too hot to play outside, bring the kids to the Derby Plaza Theater for some cool deals. Admission to these family-friendly movies is just $2 per person. The doors open at 10 a.m. and all shows start at 10:30 a.m. The summer kids’ […]
Free Activities on Wednesdays at Botanica: Wonder Wednesdays
Botanica is hosting different special activities on Wednesdays from April to October. The best part is that the activities are FREE with general admission. Wonder Wednesdays are geared toward children pre-K and under, but all ages are welcome. Once you enter Botanica, the front desk will have more information for each Wonder Wednesday. All of […]
Ballet Wichita Free Performances in the Park
One of my favorite free events in Wichita every year is back for Spring 2025. Bring blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy the FREE Wichita Ballet in the Park again this year! Family-friendly performances are held in parks in Wichita and surrounding communities, and feature a new production each year. It’s a relaxed and casual atmosphere […]
FREE Automobilia Moonlight Car Show and Street Party
Automobilia Moonlight Car Show and Street Party will be happening again in Wichita, and the best part is the outdoor car show is FREE to the public. “Automobilia Car Show is One of the Largest Car Shows In The State of Kansas. They block off approximately 2 miles of Wichita streets. We have seven bands […]
Fathers Day Deals and Events in Wichita
Father’s Day is always the third Sunday in June. This year, Father’s Day is on Sunday, June 15, 2025. Give Dad a little special treatment without paying a fortune with these Father’s Day freebies and deals in Wichita and nearby. Some of these events and deals are during the week/weekend, so Dad can sleep in […]
Smoke on the Plains, Derby BBQ & Music Fest: Free Event
The annual Derby BBQ & Music Festival in Derby’s High Park is a family favorite! This FREE event will be held June 13 & 14, 2025! This annual family-friendly event includes live music, food, and kid’s activities. Admission is FREE. There are an average of about 50 professional BBQ teams from the Midwest. There will […]
Stearman Field Fathers Day Fly-In & Car Show
The annual Fly-In at Stearman Field in Benton, Kansas, returns on June 14, 2025. This unique event features a full day of aircraft flying into the restaurant’s runway, giving guests a front-row seat to the action and a chance to check out some awesome cars. Walk the tarmac, get up close to various planes, and […]
FREE Summer Reading Program in Wichita and Reading Resources
There are numerous free summer reading programs in Wichita and neighboring communities, designed to help kids stay engaged and avoid the “summer slide.” Programs include a reading goal of some sort, a way to track your progress, and freebies for accomplishing summer reading goals. All of the ones we have listed here are free! Wichita-area […]
Free and Inexpensive Places to Play Tabletop Board Games in Wichita, KS
Tabletop board games are such a classic way to unplug and bond with family and friends! But these days you don’t have to stay home to enjoy them – you can join others in the community on a board game night. Who knows, you may learn a new game or even meet a new friend! […]
Fathers Day BOGO at Kansas Cosmosphere
On Father’s Day, Sunday, June 15, Kansas Cosmosphere in Hutchinson is offering BOGO Mission Passes if you bring your dad along. Purchase one All-Access Mission Pass and Dad gets one for FREE! The All-Day Mission Pass includes a documentary in the Carey Digital Dome Theater, a planetarium show, admission to Dr. Goddard’s Lab, and access […]