The holidays sure can put a dent in your wallet, but don't let that ruin your Christmas break fun! There are lots of free and cheap things to do during winter break in Wichita that will keep the kids from getting bored! These are a few … [Read more...] about Winter Break fun in Wichita: free and cheap things to do with the kids
Family & Kids
FREE Wichita Engineering Expo for Kids!
Looking for something educational, entertaining, and inexpensive to do with the kids? A FREE Engineering Expo will be held in Wichita this March with fun, hands-on activities and workshops. This annual Engineering Expo is presented by … [Read more...] about FREE Wichita Engineering Expo for Kids!
Free Roller Skating for Kids
Did you know that you can get 2 FREE skate passes per child per week?! Roller rinks across the country are participating in a national Kids Skate Free program. The Kids Skate Free program began as a way for children to have fun while … [Read more...] about Free Roller Skating for Kids
Where to see Santa
He's a busy guy, but Santa still always makes time to visit Wichita every year. (See the full schedule of his stops below!) He says he loves our city because the people are great, there isn't a lot of traffic, and we have so … [Read more...] about Where to see Santa
Two deals on horseback riding lessons from Wichita Riding Academy
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Whoa, Nelly! Wichita Riding Academy is offering two different holiday specials on horseback riding lessons. This is a really rare deal, as they normally don't offer discounts, so this is your opportunity. Riding lessons are the next best … [Read more...] about Two deals on horseback riding lessons from Wichita Riding Academy
Where to See Christmas Lights in Wichita
Over the years, readers have asked where they can see Christmas light displays in Wichita, and that's a great idea for a post because driving around looking at the lights is not only a fun family tradition, it's also really inexpensive. … [Read more...] about Where to See Christmas Lights in Wichita
Victorian Christmas at Old Cowtown Museum
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Celebrate an old-fashioned holiday at Old Cowtown Museum's Victorian Christmas event this season in Wichita. Stroll on lamp-lit, carol-filled streets, warm up with a cup of hot cocoa, and take a peek inside Santa's workshop on December 7, … [Read more...] about Victorian Christmas at Old Cowtown Museum
Wichita Park and Recreation Activities Guide
The Wichita Park and Recreation Department offers a large variety of affordable classes and activities for kids, adults, and senior citizens. Each season they release a new Activities Guide. You can view it online here or pick up a copy … [Read more...] about Wichita Park and Recreation Activities Guide
Half price admission to the Sedgwick County Zoo for the rest of the year!
Well this is a big deal! The Sedgwick County Zoo is feeling festive, so they're offering HALF PRICE ADMISSION between December 14 and December 31, 2018! Regular admission to the zoo for adults is $15.95 and for kids ages 3-11 it's … [Read more...] about Half price admission to the Sedgwick County Zoo for the rest of the year!
Holiday Pop-up Party with Wichita Festivals
Tuesday after work, head over to Revolutsia (the new shopping center made out of shipping containers) for a popup party from Wichita Festivals. The party will be held from 4-6 p.m. on Tuesday, December 18, 2018. You'll get to see … [Read more...] about Holiday Pop-up Party with Wichita Festivals
Indoor Play Places and Activities for Kids in the Wichita Area
Oh baby it's cold outside! (or raining, or too hot!) When the weather is bad and you need to find things to do with the kids indoors, turn to our comprehensive list of indoor play places and activities in the Wichita area! Hey, this … [Read more...] about Indoor Play Places and Activities for Kids in the Wichita Area
Little Aviators program at the Kansas Aviation Museum
The Kansas Aviation Museum has a weekly program for kids age 5 and under that includes fun activities and discounted admission. On Friday mornings from 10 a.m. to noon, each child 5 and younger pays just $5 admission to play and learn in … [Read more...] about Little Aviators program at the Kansas Aviation Museum
Non-Toy Gift Ideas for Kids and Families
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Toys, toys, toys. My home is full of toys. Cars and trucks, baby dolls, books, stuffed animals, play clothes, toy dishes, building blocks, and more. You name it, we probably have it. It's not that we don't purge on a regular basis. The … [Read more...] about Non-Toy Gift Ideas for Kids and Families
Free day at Kansas Aviation Museum!
This is a really rare deal. The Kansas Aviation Museum is planning a day with FREE admission on December 8, 2018. The museum will be open at 10 a.m. and close at 5 p.m. that day. And word is now in from the North Pole that … [Read more...] about Free day at Kansas Aviation Museum!
Holidays in Old Town
Yippee! Bring the family to Old Town Square this season for fun Christmas activities and a little local shopping, FREE Christmas activities, and horse-drawn carriage rides. Legacy Bank is sponsoring the holiday lighting this year. Mayor … [Read more...] about Holidays in Old Town
