Table Tennis FREE Pro Event at Chicken N Pickle
Join Chicken N Pickle for a free event hosted by Major League Table Tennis on April 4th, from 6 to 8 pm. This informal occasion will allow you to challenge some of the nation’s top players. These professional players will stop by the Wichita Chicken N Pickle on April 4th before their tournament at Koch […]
Wichita Riverfest Button Increase for 2024
The Wichita Festivals just announced an increase in pricing for 2024 Riverfstival buttons from May 31 to June 8, 2024. They announced the increase in price along with the Saturday performance of Hunter Hays, a five-time Grammy Award-winning artist. Everyone must purchase a Riverfestival button to attend the festivities in Downtown Wichita. The button sales […]
Arctic Adventure at Exploration Place
Arctic Adventure at Exploration Place is an exhibit that is free with general admission. It will not open for 2024, but the Crystal Castle is Open. This exhibit was a winter indoor playground with new activities, returning favorites, and the addition of new spaces – indoors and out! Spanning four exhibit galleries, Arctic Adventure is […]
Carousel Skate Center Spring Break Sessions and Discounts
Looking for something to do with the kids over spring break? Carousel Skate Center will have open skate sessions every day and offer deals every day. This would be an excellent activity for the kids if the weather isn’t great (or even if it is). The average price is around $10 for skating and $4 […]
Homeschool Learning Hub Classes in Wichita
Here are some fun homeschool classes for the Wichita community in 2024 presented by Wichita Parks and Recreation. These resources are fantastic for anyone who wants to learn and incorporate something new into their homeschool journey. Homeschool Learning Hubs provides a fun educational experience with crafts, physical education, a culinary class, and STEM projects. Learn […]
Field Station Dinosaur Park in Derby
Field Station Dinosaurs is a one-of-a-kind prehistoric expedition featuring over 40 life-sized, moving, and realistic dinosaurs that are thrilling, educational, and fun! Young visitors to the Field Station step into the shoes of budding scientists, poised to explore, question, and uncover secrets! Amidst the natural backdrop of native grasses lies a bustling scientific expedition, and […]
Thrift Stores and Consignment Shops in Wichita, KS
Secondhand shopping is one of the best ways to stretch the style budget for yourself and your family. We have compiled a list of consignment stores in Wichita, the best thrift shops near us, resale stores, used furniture stores, and more in and around Wichita. Consignment stores focus on high-quality items with low wear and […]
Wichita Art Museum Free Admission for Permanent Collection
The Wichita Art Museum announced they will now have FREE admission to their permanent collection gallery. This is HUGE news! Visitors will no longer be charged general admission to view artwork in the galleries that showcase WAM’s permanent collection, which the City of Wichita owns. The Art Museum is located in downtown Wichita. This is […]
Krispy Kreme Leap Day Deal: $2.29 for a Dozen Doughnuts
Leap year only occurs every four years, and Krispy Kreme is running a great deal. 2024 is a Leap Year, so on February 29th, you can receive a dozen original glazed doughnuts for just $2.29 with the purchase of any regularly priced dozen. “An extra day in the year is an irresistible opportunity for Krispy […]
Tanganyika Season Pass Sale Membership Deal 2025
The Tanganyika Season Pass sale is back for 2025! This is usually the best deal of the year on this favorite attraction in Wichita. The 2025 Season Pass Sale starts March 1, so get your purchasing fingers ready on the keyboard. Or you can get your Tanganyika discount tickets/season pass in person at the park […]
$5 Admission to Botanica in January & February
If it’s frosty or mild outside, don’t forget about the winter discount at Botanica. Typically, Botanica runs a deal in January & February where you can get a discount on admission. Botanica will maintain its regular hours, offering admission for just $5 per person! This is a DEAL! Botanica is NOT running this deal for […]
Kansas Road Trip: Mushroom Rock Park & Kanopolis Lake
Last summer, my sister and I packed up the kids and went on some fantastic day trips from Wichita.On our first Kansas road trip of the summer, we visited Mushroom Rock State Park and Kanopolis Lake State Park. Mushroom Rock State Park Our first stop was Mushroom Rock State Park. At only 5 acres in […]
Kite-Flying Events in the Wichita area
This is the perfect thing to do on a nice day, and you have lots and lots of space to spread out. Read on for our list of 2024 Kite Flying Events around Wichita. And even without a kite-flying event, you can still enjoy this fun and FREE activity! Check out our article on The […]
FREE WSU Math Circle for Kids in Grades 5-7
Graphs, vectors, and matrices! Oh my! If you have a child or student who is interested in deep thinking about all things math, Wichita State University’s Math Circle might be just what they’re looking for. The program, which is sponsored by the Mathematical Sciences Research Institute and the National Security Agency (yes, the NSA), gives […]
Kansas Road Trip: Coronado Heights
Approximately 80 miles northwest of Wichita, you will find the Coronado Heights Castle atop the only hill for miles around. It is a fun place to explore with your family and makes a great family road trip. Read about our family day trip from Wichita, a short history of Coronado Heights, and get a […]
Exploration Place Exhibit that Brings Wichita’s Aviation Industry to Life
The permanent exhibit, Design, Build, Fly is always open at Exploration Place! The exhibit encompasses all that makes Wichita the “Air Capital of the World”. This hands-on experience is a great way for generations to bond and feel a sense of pride in our community. I envision parents and grandparents enjoying the exhibit and telling their children and […]
Outlet, Off-Price and Discount Stores in Wichita
Are you in search of discounted stores or outlets in Wichita? We’ve compiled a roster of wholesale, liquidation, and off-price establishments where you can find great savings. You don’t have to travel as far as Kansas City or Oklahoma to shop outlet malls for name-brand merchandise at bargain prices. Where to find the best shopping […]
Where you can swim in Wichita this Summer
Beat the summer heat with these local Wichita area swimming pools, water parks, and lakes. Dive right in to summer fun with our big list of pools, beaches, and water parks in the Wichita area! Also, be sure to check out our list of FREE swimming days at Wichita pools! Table of Contents: If swimming […]
OK Kids Days near Wichita
Outdoor Kansas Kids (O.K. Kids) is a statewide program coordinated by Kansas Wildscape, and we usually see several O.K. Kids Day events near Wichita each year. These are always so much fun – and FREE! The mission of O.K. Kids is “To provide multiple outdoor recreation opportunities for Kansas youth with adult partnering and mentoring […]
Evolve Park & Recreation Classes for Winter
The winter EVOLVE activity guide enrollment is now open. Register for your favorite Park and recreation classes now. 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 Wichita’s Evolve activities guide is […]
Experience El Dorado Kansas
Are you looking for a little getaway or want to spend some time outside of the City? El Dorado is a easy drive and close to Wichita, with lots of fun activities, museums, and a really cute downtown. El Dorado, Kansas, is an excellent place for a day trip with many FREE things to experience. […]
Wichita Baseball Museum at Riverfront Stadium: FREE
The Wichita Baseball Museum is at the Riverfront Stadium, where the Wichita Wind Surge play. This museum is FREE to the public! The Museum Features: Trivia and historical artifacts showcasing Wichita’s baseball history, including Wichita’s all-black baseball team the Monrovians, the National Baseball Congress (NBC), along with preserved components of Lawrence-Dumont Stadium. Visitors are welcome […]
City Arts in Downtown Wichita
City Arts is a museum in downtown Wichita. It has a free museum for the community and excellent art classes for all ages. This is where you can be creative and allow everyone to express themselves through art. CityArts offers the opportunity to participate in diverse art programming throughout the year. Since it began in […]
Ulrich Museum of Art at Wichita State
The Ulrich Museum of Art is a FREE museum in Wichita. As the region’s source for modern and contemporary art, the Ulrich Museum of Art at Wichita State University connects viewers with artists and artworks that reflect our world today. Visitors can explore and enjoy 20th and 21st-century art with exhibitions that feature emerging and […]
McCormick School Museum
Wichita’s McCormick School building, designed by architects Proudfoot and Bird, is the oldest school building in Wichita. It’s now a museum that showcases the history of Wichita Public Schools. The McCormick School was built in 1890 and was the seventeenth elementary school in the Wichita Public School system. Tours of the McCormick School Museum are […]