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Apple and Peach Picking Around Wichita Kansas

Nothing says fall like apple picking in Wichita with your family at a local orchard. With all the city’s hustle and bustle, it’s important to switch things up with the family and get out and enjoy the fresh fall air! There are several great apple and peach orchards within short driving distance from Wichita, Kansas. […]

Bel Aire Fall Festival 2025

Bel Aire is hosting its annual fall festival this year.  The fall fun day begins at 10 a.m., October 18, at the Bel Aire Recreation Center, 5251 East 48th St. North in Bel Aire, Kansas, with fun and activities for all ages. Outside they’ll have a car show, petting zoo, inflatables, and yard games. Inside […]

Monarch Migration in Wichita this September

Every year, thousands of Monarch butterflies take flight on a remarkable journey, leaving the United States and migrating to the mountains of central Mexico. This remarkable migration usually passes through Wichita in early September, with the butterflies traveling up to 3,000 miles in search of warmer climates. The best part is that it’s FREE—just keep […]

Dairy Queen Blizzards for 85 cents

Dairy Queen .85

Calling all ice cream lovers! For a limited time, Dairy Queen is running a big DEAL where their small Blizzards will be only .85 cents through the app. They are doing this to promote the debut of their Fall Treat Collection for 2025 and to keep the celebration of their 85th birthday going. See below […]

The Wichita Art Museums FREE Kids Area Called PLAY

Wichita Art Museum Play Area

PLAY is a space at the Wichita Art Museum that has been around for years, but this kids’ area has been newly redone with the new name – PLAY. This is a FREE area for exploration, creativity, and making memories. This is a great Indoor Play Area in Wichita. Explore the world of joy and creativity […]

Mark Arts Classes & Galleries in Wichita

Mark Arts in East Wichita regularly features free art exhibitions that are open to the public Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and they offer a wide variety of classes for youth and adults. Visiting the museum is fun and free in Wichita, or consider picking up a new hobby by taking […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

Kansas Aviation Museum Memberships Deal

The Kansas Aviation Museum is running a membership deal with the Sunflower Summer App this year. This is a great deal on an already-affordable membership to the Kansas Aviation Museum. When you show the Sunflower Summer app, you can get a 50% discounted membership, giving you free admission all year long. The Crew Membership is […]