FREE Family Board Game Nights at Sedgwick County Extension
Need something fun (and free) to do with the kids? Bonding Through Board Games is a FREE family board game event held at the Sedgwick County Extension Center. Even if you regularly play board games with the family, these free events will give you an opportunity to try new games, meet new people, and do […]
Free Pizza for those in Need in Wichita from Blaze Pizza
Local restaurant Blaze Pizza is offering free pizza to those in need. Posted On Facebook from Sterling James from Blaze Pizza Wichita: My name is Sterling James, and I am the operating partner of your locally-owned Blaze Pizza Franchise. We bought this restaurant and took over operations in late 2019, immediately before a global pandemic, […]
How to Save Money on Back to School Clothes
As the first day of school is approaching, its time for back-to-school clothes shopping. Don’t get sucked into the back-to-school shopping hype and buy the stuff you don’t need. Stick to your list! We hope everyone has a great start to the year. Here are some tips to help you look good while also keeping […]
Summer Olympics 2024: Kansas Athletes and Fun Facts
The 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris will showcase the best athletes across the world with events hosted at iconic venues like the Eiffel Tower. New sports like breakdancing will make their debut while traditional events continue. Over 10,000 athletes from around the globe will compete for gold at the Summer Olympics. Among them are nearly […]
Tanganyika Wildlife Park All-Inclusive Changes Starting in 2025
Tanganyika Wildlife Park will offer an extraordinary, all-inclusive adventure starting in 2025 right here in the Wichita metro area. With exclusive local discounts, residents can enjoy unparalleled animal interactions, unlimited food and drink, and a host of unique experiences at a fraction of the cost. This is more than just a day at the park—it’s […]
Free Frosty at Wendy’s for National Ice Cream Month
For a limited time, Wendy’s is celebrating National Ice Cream Month with a FREE small Frosty. From July 1 to 7, 2024, you can get a FREE small Frosty with a minimum $5 purchase at participating locations. To get the deal, you have to order through the Wendy’s app This summer, the fast-food chain has […]
Groupons for Great Wolf Lodge Kansas City
Groupon currently has deals for a popular family attraction in Kansas City: The Great Wolf Lodge. This deal is for your room and waterpark. They have 38,000-square-foot indoor water park. Splashy rides such as the Howling Wolf, a toboggan-style water slide, and a winding lazy river surround the park’s iconic hub. They even have a […]
Visit Botanica for FREE this Summer
Botanica is one of our favorite attractions in Wichita, and we are very excited that they are participating in the 2024 Kansas Tourism Sunflower Summer program. The program is designed to give affordable access to attractions across the state. With this program, you can visit Botanica for FREE from May 25 – August 11, 2024! […]
Dads Get Free Admission to Botanica for Father’s Day
Botanica is celebrating Father’s Day, and admission is FREE for fathers. Dads get in free from 1-5 p.m. Everyone else pays regular admission. During your Dad’s FREE visit this summer, you can check out the Glass in Flight exhibit. Pro Tip: If you want to do other things with your dad, visit our Wichita Summer Checklist. […]
Free Wichita Bus Rides for Youth: Summer Ride Program
The Summer Ride Program allows kids to ride FREE on Wichita buses this summer. The Ride program participants may enjoy unlimited free rides on all regular Wichita Transit bus routes. Wichita Transit provides a safe, reliable, and easy-to-use bus service throughout the City of Wichita. From May 25 through August 31, 2024, youth 18 years […]
Kansas Road Trips & Scenic Drives
Now is a great time to explore natural areas near us here in Wichita by taking a nice scenic drive with the family. Over the past couple of years, we’ve been writing about fantastic places to see in our Kansas Road Trips series. I thought it would be a good time to reshare these since […]
ICT River Rides: Boat on the Arkansas River
Did you know you can ride a Boat down the Arkansas River with ICT River Rides? Thats right! Enjoy the beautiful river view, the iconic Keeper of the Plains, and downtown Wichita from a pontoon boat. This is a unique thing to do in Wichita and a summertime bucket list. Unfortunately, ICT River Rides at this […]
Scheels Wichita
Scheels Wichita is open at Town East Square. What is Shceels? It’s a sports retailer with so much more. They have a 16,000-gallon saltwater aquarium, candy shop, a wildlife mountain, arcade games, and great shopping. I have been to the one in Kansas City and LOVED it. It’s a one-stop shop with so much to […]
Botanica Accepts SNAP for $3 Entry
Botanica has joined Museums for All, a signature access program of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) and administered by the Association of Children’s Museums (ACM), to encourage people of all backgrounds to visit museums regularly and build lifelong museum-going habits. The program supports those receiving food assistance (SNAP) benefits, allowing anyone with […]
Evolve: City of Wichita Activity Guide for Summer
The weather is turning warmer, and Summer is around the corner. Are you looking for things to do in Wichita this Summer? How about finding a hobby, picking up another career, improving your fitness or helping your kids learn something new? Maybe you’d like to make some friends who share your interests? The City of […]
50th Anniversary of The Keeper of the Plains
The Keeper of the Plains is turning 50 years old. Join the Party for the People to celebrate 50 years of the Wichita icon on May 18, 2024. This is a free, family-friendly celebration where you can expect to see a powwow, mesmerizing Native performances, free museum admission, captivating Native youth and adult art exhibits, […]
Wichita Gem and Mineral Show
The 70th annual Wichita Gem & Mineral Show will showcase Unbelievable Rocks, Minerals, and Fossils again this year! The show is April 26-28, 2024 at the Cessna Activity Center, 2744 George Washington Blvd. in Wichita. Tickets are only $5 at the door for adults, and kids age 12 and younger get in for only $1 […]
Bricktopia Exhibit at Exploration Place
Exploration Place has a new exhibit for 2024 called Bricktopia, which will have three exhibits from January 26 – to May 5, 2024. Participants can spark the imaginations of their little builders and environmental enthusiasts alike as they explore, create, and inspire together in the magical world of Bricktopia. I’m equally enthusiastic about this exhibit […]
Derby Shores Beach
Kansas is getting a manmade beach, and it’s right outside of Wichita. Derby, Kansas, is getting a $160 million dollar beach, ziplining, BMX, and more. This will be a destination for the Midwest. Derby Shores is a 4.5-acre lagoon with white sandy beaches, water sports, lounging, waterfront restaurants, waterslides, and more. This destination will be […]
FREE Event: Come Fly a Kite!
A kite-flying event is planned at Chapin Park for Saturday, May 4, 2024. “Come Fly a Kite” is FREE and fun for all ages! The Wichita Parks and Recreation Department and Wings of the Wind Kites team up to promote the joy of flying kites. At the event, kits of all sizes and shapes fill […]
Wichita Parks & Recreation Mobile App
Wichita Parks and Recreation has made it even easier to enroll in classes, get admission into public swimming pools, check your sports league standings, and more. Say hello to a world of convenience, where all your recreational needs are just a tap away with the new Wichita Parks & Recreation Mobile App. From purchasing ride […]
Old Cowtown Family Membership Sale
Old Cowtown Museum in Wichita is gearing up for a new season with a great membership special! During the month of April, you can get a family membership for just $65 when buying online at https://www.oldcowtown.org/Pages/Membership.aspx You can also buy in person at the gift shop, or over the phone during regular business hours at […]
Solar Eclipse in Wichita, plus where to find Eclipse Glasses
When is the solar eclipse in Wichita, Kansas? It will be on April 8th, 2024. Visit an eclipse watch party or buy solar eclipse glasses. Keep reading for more info! What’s a solar eclipse? For just a few minutes, the moon will pass between Earth and the sun, blocking the sun’s light — bringing temporary […]
Disc Golf Courses in Wichita
Disc golf, also known as frisbee golf, is a fun and accessible sport that combines elements of traditional golf and the popular recreational activity of throwing a frisbee. Instead of using clubs and balls, players use specialized flying discs to navigate a course and complete each hole with the fewest throws possible. Believe it or […]
Aviation Flight Adventure Park at Exploration Place
The Textron Aviation Flight Adventure Park at Exploration Place will open in Fall 2025. This playground will focus on aviation as the theme of this playscape in downtown Wichita. This outdoor park is one of a kind and designed for families to explore together, celebrating Wichita’s rich aviation heritage. This playscape will have 10 playgrounds […]