The YMCA and the Sedgwick County Extension have teamed up to offer a series of adult cooking classes. These hands-on classes, called Cooking Matters, are focused on helping parents learn to make healthy, nutritious meals on a budget. The … [Read more...] about Free cooking classes in Wichita for parents and caregivers
Family & Kids
Teen Entrepreneurship Camp
If you have a teen age 14 through 18 who is interested in starting their own business, then you'll want to check out Camp Destination Innovation, a teen entrepreneurship summer camp held in Wichita. Camp Destination Innovation is … [Read more...] about Teen Entrepreneurship Camp
Free and cheap things to do with kids this summer in Wichita, KS
Welcome to summer! School is out for most public schools in the Wichita area. Below are some ideas of inexpensive summer activities for kids and fun things to do with kids this summer in Wichita that will keep them busy and happy all summer … [Read more...] about Free and cheap things to do with kids this summer in Wichita, KS
Free summer roller skating for kids
This summer, roller rinks across the country are participating in a national Kids Skate Free program that offers kids one free roller skating pass each week. You'll need to register your child with a participating roller rink to get the … [Read more...] about Free summer roller skating for kids
Free admission to Cowtown Sundays!
This is great! Thanks to a really generous donation by Colby Sandlian, everyone gets FREE ADMISSION to Cowtown on Sundays! Wichita's Old Cowtown Museum is an authentic walk back in time to the 1860s and 1870s in Wichita. It isn't just a … [Read more...] about Free admission to Cowtown Sundays!
FREE Summer Reading Programs in Wichita and nearby, plus online reading resources
There are loads of free summer reading programs in Wichita, neighboring communities, and online that will help kids stay in practice and avoid that “summer slide.” All of the programs listed below include rewards for accomplishing summer … [Read more...] about FREE Summer Reading Programs in Wichita and nearby, plus online reading resources
Kids Bowl Free, Grown-ups Bowl Cheap All Summer Long
Kids can bowl FREE in Wichita again this summer, and up to four adult family members can bowl with them all summer with an inexpensive Family Pass. Yes, it's real! Register your kids in the national Kids Bowl Free program and every … [Read more...] about Kids Bowl Free, Grown-ups Bowl Cheap All Summer Long
Derby Plaza Theater Cheap Summer Kids’ Movies
You can still find cheap kids' movies in the Wichita area. When it gets too hot to play outside, bring the kids to the Derby Plaza Theater for some cool deals. The theater will be showing kids movies at 10:30 a.m. most Tuesdays, … [Read more...] about Derby Plaza Theater Cheap Summer Kids’ Movies
Wichita Wingnuts Ticket Discounts
General admission tickets to Wichita Wingnuts games are only $6 in advance/$8 on game-day, which is a great deal, but if you have a tassel of kids even that can get expensive. Thankfully the Wingnuts give us lots of opportunities to see a … [Read more...] about Wichita Wingnuts Ticket Discounts
FREE Swimming Days at Wichita Pools
By now you've heard the news that City of Wichita Pools will be undergoing some changes and renovations in the next couple of years, but don't worry! Eight of the nine city swimming pools will still be in operation during the summer of … [Read more...] about FREE Swimming Days at Wichita Pools
FREE Teen late-night program at the South YMCA
Looking for a fun, FREE safe place for your teenagers to go on a Saturday night? Your search is over! The Wichita South YMCA now has a FREE Late Night Program every Saturday after the Y closes from 8:30pm-11:30pm. All you need to get … [Read more...] about FREE Teen late-night program at the South YMCA
FREE Concert in Haysville Park
So. much. fun. The Haysville Recreation Commission has announced a FREE, all ages concert in Riggs Park. The Mudbugs will be performing! If you haven't seen them live, you definitely must go. This is the Kansas band that plays … [Read more...] about FREE Concert in Haysville Park
Teacher Appreciation Freebies and Deals for Wichita-area Teachers
We may never be able to thank teachers enough for all their hard work, but we can try! We can't think of a better way to show our appreciation than by listing all the FREE goodies and deals in the Wichita area that are starting well before … [Read more...] about Teacher Appreciation Freebies and Deals for Wichita-area Teachers
Prairie Rose Western Days!
Prairie Rose Western Days is an annual festival in Benton that celebrates Kansas and the Old West. I went a few years ago with my family and was able to enjoy all of the activities, events, and music that highlight our western … [Read more...] about Prairie Rose Western Days!
Kite Festivals and Kite-Flying Events in the Wichita area
Can you remember the last time you felt the simple joy of flying your kite on a beautiful, breezy, sunny day? We have compiled a list of the best kite festivals and kite-flying events happening in and around Wichita that are sure to bring … [Read more...] about Kite Festivals and Kite-Flying Events in the Wichita area
