Winfield Isle of Lights 2026: Free Christmas Lights
Looking for free Christmas lights near Wichita? Winfield Isle of Lights is back for 2026! This beautiful, mile-long drive-through Christmas light display in Island Park in Winfield, Kansas, is completely FREE to enjoy, although donations are appreciated. The display will be open nightly from November 15 through December 30, 2026, from 6 to 10 p.m. […]
Wichita Veterans Day Ceremony 2026: Free Event
Wichita Veterans Memorial Park will host its annual FREE Veterans Day ceremony on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at 11 a.m. This meaningful event brings our community together to honor the brave men and women who have served in the United States military. While the Wichita Veterans Day Parade takes place the weekend before, this ceremony […]
McDonald Halloween Pails are Back for 2026
The McDonald’s Halloween Boo Buckets are back! Yes, the rumors are true. Starting October 20 and going until October 31, 2026, you can get a Halloween pail with your Happy Meal. Your Happy Meal will be served in a pail instead of a cardboard box. There are 5 pail designs; only 1 will be in […]
Halloween Movies & Live Shows in Wichita 2026
Looking for Halloween movies and spooky live shows in Wichita this October? From classic horror movies and Halloween favorites to live performances, there are plenty of ways to get into the spooky spirit around Wichita. I’ve rounded up Halloween movie screenings, scary movie marathons, and live shows happening in Wichita in 2026, including some affordable […]
Pumpkin Patches and Fall Fun Farms around Wichita
Thank goodness for agricultural tourism in Kansas. These Wichita-area pumpkin patches, corn mazes, and fun farms are among our favorite fall attractions, so gather the family to have some outdoor fun in 2026! Every year, we see lovely family-owned farms near Wichita that offer pumpkin patches, corn mazes, and other fall fun for families. These […]
Halloween Events & Activites in Wichita 2026
Looking for Halloween events in Wichita? You’ve come to the right place! I’ve put together my biggest list of Wichita Halloween events and things to do for kids, families, and adults. You’ll find trick-or-treating and Trunk or Treat events, pumpkin patches, haunted houses, Halloween movies and shows, fall festivals, costume contests, Halloween parties, spooky strolls, […]
Wichita Trick or Treat and Fall Kids Events for Halloween 2026
Happy Halloween! Here’s our big list of Kids and Family-Friendly Halloween events in Wichita. This page includes constantly updated info about Trunk-or-Treat events, Trick-or-Treating, and Kid-Friendly Halloween events around Wichita. As always, we have the ultimate list of Halloween events for kids in Wichita for your Halloween fun! Below, we have compiled great family-friendly Halloween […]
Wichita Halloween Freebies and Deals 2026
Need something quick and easy for supper on Halloween night? If you are thinking of going out, you may be happy to know that Wichita has plenty of Halloween restaurant specials – and other bargains – that should help make up for all that cash you spent on candy! There’s no bad luck for bargain […]
Free Halloween Displays to visit & Spooky Light Shows in Wichita
Looking for free Halloween light displays, spooky decorated houses, and Halloween decorations in Wichita, Kansas? I’ve put together a list of Wichita neighborhoods, over-the-top Halloween houses, and light shows that families can enjoy without paying admission. One of my favorite Halloween traditions is visiting College Hill in Wichita. The neighborhood is known for its incredible […]
Free Concerts at Exploration Place: Free Vibe Music Series
Looking for free things to do in Wichita this fall? The Exploration Place Levitt VIBE Concert Series will bring eight weeks of free live music to Wichita. Gather in the Wichita Foundation Amphitheater at Exploration Place, creating a fun gathering place for families, friends, and music lovers along the Arkansas River. The series runs every […]
Wichita Airshow and McConnell AFB Open House 2026
McConnell Air Force Base is hosting the Wichita airshow in 2026, and the Thunderbirds are coming! This is one of Wichita’s biggest FREE events this Fall. Mark your calendars for October 24 – 25, 2026, for the “Frontiers in Flight” air show in Wichita and the McConnell Air Force base open house. The U.S. Air Force […]
Halloween Nights at Exploration Place Wichita 2026
Exploration Place is going all out for Halloween this year with a brand-new event called Halloween Nights! Instead of just adding a few Halloween decorations to the regular museum experience, they’re transforming the museum, Dome Theater, and six-acre Adventure Playscape after dark with lights, skeletons, science experiments, shows, Halloween surprises, and more. And for my […]
BOOtanica Family Halloween Event in Wichita
BOOtanica at Botanica is back for 2026! This is one of Wichita’s fun family-friendly Halloween events and a great way to celebrate the season with the kids. When fall arrives in Wichita, I love finding activities that get the whole family into the Halloween spirit. BOOtanica brings Halloween fun to the beautiful setting of Botanica, […]
RiverFlix: Free Outdoor Movies at Exploration Place 2026
Riverflix at Exploration Place is a free outdoor movie series in Wichita. It will be held in the Exploration Place amphitheater right outside its downtown location, near the iconic Keeper of the Plains. The best part is that Riverflix is FREE. This outdoor event will be held in the Wichita Foundation Amphitheater, where everyone is […]
FREE “Library of Things” at Wichita Public Library
Did you know you can borrow a telescope, a robot, or even passes to some of Wichita’s favorite attractions with your library card? And it won’t cost you anything! I love finding ways for Wichita families to have fun without spending a fortune, and the Wichita Public Library’s Library of Things is one of those […]
Hay, Hooves and Halloween at Old Cowtown
Hay Hooves and Halloween at Cowtown is back this year. This is a great, family Trick or Treating event at the Old Cowtown Museum in Wichita. Ghouls haunt the streets, dancing in costumes, zombie cowboys, ghost haunting the historic house, and of course, candy. They’ll get to enjoy a kid-friendly Halloween in a fun and […]
30 Ways to Save Money in Wichita: Everyday Money-Saving Tips
Looking for practical ways to save money in Wichita? Whether you want to lower your grocery bill, cut monthly expenses, or find free and cheap things to do with your family, I’ve gathered some of my favorite money-saving tips to help you stretch your budget without giving up the things you love. As a Wichita […]
Starlite Drive In Scary Movies this Fall
Starlite Drive-In’s scary movies are back this year. It is definitely the best movie deal in town, not to mention a great Family Fall Event. The Starlite Drive-In in Wichita, KS, gives you the experience of going to an old-fashioned drive-in movie – something that many cities no longer offer – but with upgraded sound […]
Tanganyika Community Day Deal 2026: $20 Admission
Looking for discounted admission to Tanganyika Wildlife Park near Wichita, Kansas? Here’s a deal worth checking out! Tanganyika Community Day is happening Sunday, November 1, 2026, and families can enjoy the wildlife park for just $20 per person, with FREE admission for children under 2! That is a huge discount compared to their regular admission. […]
Wichita Asian Festival at Century II
The annual Wichita Asian Festival will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at the Century II Convention Center. The festival celebrates the culture and customs of Asia with stage presentations, authentic food, and wares from about 15 different Asian countries. The Asian festival in Wichita attracts crowds of approximately 10,000 people, along with numerous […]
Wichita Flea Market a Monthly Sale with Local & Regional Vendors 2026
The Wichita Flea Market is hosting a “Tour of Wichita.” Each show will be at a different location. This is a monthly Flea Market in and around Wichita, featuring over 200 local and regional vendors. Perfect for “one-stop” shopping. Shop locally through booths that include antiques, crafts, vintage items, collectibles, primitives, reclaimed items, comics, artwork, […]
Candy Crawl at the Park in Wichita: Free Trick or Treating
The Candy Crawl at Planeview Park (which used to be at Clapp Park) is a family favorite. This free, family-friendly event encourages everyone to dress up, grab a candy bag or bucket, and visit park and recreation staff, local businesses, and organizations for candy and prizes. This free, Family-Friendly Halloween Event takes place on October […]
Tallgrass Film Festival 2026
The Tallgrass Film Festival in Wichita has been called one of the best “under-the-radar film festivals in America” and an “undiscovered gem” by national media. Filmmakers from around the world participate. This year’s festival is in downtown Wichita, October 15-18, 2026. This “stubbornly independent” film festival showcases films you might not otherwise see in theaters. […]
Storytime at Naftzger Park in Downtown Wichita 2026
Storytime in the Park is FREE at Naftzger Park in downtown Wichita. Read along with stories on the big screen and enjoy music, snacks, free books, and an activity for the kids. Admission is FREE, and this event is open to the public. Storytime Village helps put on these storytimes with Wichita Parks & Recreation. They […]
Chicken N Pickle Halloween Dog Days: Howl-O-Ween Parade
Dog Halloween costume contest at Chicken N Pickle. If you like dressing up your dog for Halloween, this is the perfect event to take them to. It’s FREE to attend. Bring your dog dressed up in costume to Chicken N Pickle. 10% of food and drink sales will go back to the Kansas Humane Society. […]