Trail Tots: Free Kids Activity in Wichita at Great Plains Nature Center
If you’re looking for a fun and FREE way to get the kids outside this fall, Great Plains Nature Center is bringing back Trail Tots! This weekly program gives young explorers a chance to learn about nature while walking the trails at Chisholm Creek Park. Trail Tots takes place every Wednesday in September and October […]
Kansas State Fair List of Discounts and Sponsored Days
The Kansas State Fair is back at the Kansas State Fairgrounds in Hutchinson, Kansas. Enjoy this Kansas tradition for less with some deals and discounts that make entry affordable for everybody! Be sure to buy tickets online here before Sept 10. 2026 for discounted prices, and keep in mind that any concert tickets you purchase […]
Kansas State Fair Carnival Discounts and Deals
Are you heading to the Kansas State Fair in 2026 and want a discount? Well, this will be good news: You can get discounted carnival ride wristbands or discounted ride ticket sheets before the fair begins! At the beginning of September, prices typically rise, so it’s best to buy early. If you miss the deal, […]
Walnut Valley Festival in Winfield, KS
The Walnut Valley Festival (referred to simply as “Winfield” by long time festival-goers) is an annual acoustic festival held in Winfield, KS, the third full weekend in September. The festival takes place over a five-day period and is a great, family-friendly event. The Walnut Valley Festival will host the National Flat-Picking Championships from September 16 […]
Shop & Grub Wichita at Naftzger Park 2026
Shop and Grub is a monthly outdoor market in Wichita featuring local and out-of-town merchants, and it’s back this year. It is an all-ages event and is FREE to attend. This is a unique shopping and food market in Wichita. They typically have around 40 vendors from April through October. About Shop & Grub Wichita […]
Orpheum Theater Film Series 2026
Here’s an experience you can’t get anywhere else, and it’s not too expensive. The Orpheum will host their film series again this year and its now back in the newly restored theater. $10 for a move is a pretty good deal. However, the price is even lower for season pass holders. Season passes are around […]
Kansas State Fair Dillon’s Dollar Day: September 14, 2026
Dillon’s Dollar Day at the Kansas State Fair is the best deal if you want cheap admission to the Kansas State Fair and cheap carnival rides! Admission is only $1 (FREE if you present your plastic Dillons card). Dillon’s Dollar Day offers the best deal at the Kansas State Fair. While regular admission costs around […]
City Crew Kids Club in Wichita is FREE: Free Events & More
Have you heard? City Crew (formerly known as Barry’s Crew) is a completely FREE program for kids to join. What is City Crew in Wichita? It’s a program for kids to connect with their community and learn more about city services. Managed by the City of Wichita, this program offers free activities, events, behind-the-scenes tours, […]
LatinFest ICT in Wichita:
Latin Fest ICT is returning to Wichita on September 19, 2026, bringing a full day of food, music, dancing, and culture to the city. Held during Hispanic Heritage Month, this annual festival is all about celebrating Wichita’s Latino community while bringing people together for a day of diversity, unity, and pride. One of the best […]
Girls in Aviation Day Free Event: Kansas Aviation Musuem
Girls in Aviation Day at the Kansas Aviation Museum. Mark your calendars for a special event at the Kansas Aviation Museum, and it’s free! On Saturday, September 20, 2026, from 1-4 pm, families are invited to celebrate Girls in Aviation Day, a free event designed to inspire the next generation of aviators, engineers, and dreamers. […]
Inexpensive Weekly Bowling Specials in Wichita
Are you looking for affordable bowling alleys in Wichita? We’ve put together a guide featuring budget-friendly bowling and special deals in the area. Bowling is a universal source of enjoyment for everyone, offering a great opportunity to connect with friends and family in a lively, welcoming setting. Whether you’re new to the game or a […]
Splash Parks in and around Wichita 2026
Splash pads in Wichita are a big attraction during the summer months. These splash parks (aka water playgrounds, splash pads, or play fountains) are a great way to enjoy summer for free. They are cost-effective and require less maintenance. Therefore, several have been funded by the city in the past few years. In fact, a […]
Home Depot Free Kids Workshops 2026
Give your children a hands-on experience with Home Depot’s FREE in-store Kids Workshops. Every first Saturday of the month, from 9 a.m. to noon, Home Depot offers workshops for kids that include a kit with all materials needed to complete the project, totally free! This activity is a unique opportunity to spend quality time with […]
Self-Service Kayak Rentals in Wichita
Wichita Park & Recreation now offers self-service kayak equipment rental stations in two locations in Wichita. Users scan a QR code on the cage to reserve and pay for a kayak rental for a specific amount of time at the location. All users must be 18 or older and are only available during park hours. […]
Fountains at WaterWalk
The Fountains at WaterWalk in Wichita are back and worth a visit in the evening. The Fountains at WaterWalk, often called the Waltzing Waters, have returned after a three-year absence and are once again lighting up with their choreographed water displays. If you haven’t visited WaterWalk lately, now is the perfect time. After being shut […]
Riverside Park Zoo called the Kansas Wildlife Exhibit is FREE
It’s officially named the “Kansas Wildlife Exhibit” but is fondly known by Wichitans as the Riverside Park Zoo. Did you know they feed animals at noon every day? Yes, you can go see FREE animal feeding every day. We love consistent FREE activities in Wichita. This zoo is near the wonderful Central Riverside Park, which […]
Bike Trails in Wichita Kansas
When the weather is nice, and you want to get outside for a ride on your bike, you have a lot of options. Discover some of Wichita’s favorite biking trails, along with free or inexpensive cycling resources in south central Kansas, here. Top Outdoor Parks for Bike Riding in Wichita, Kansas Not all parks are […]
Pizza Ranch: Half Price Games on Mondays in Wichita
Enjoy half-price games every Monday at Pizza Ranch! Head to the FunZone Arcade, where all your favorite games are 50% off. It’s the perfect way to start the week with fun and savings. Keep reading to find out what day Kids Eat FREE. Play the most exciting games and win sweet prizes at the Wichita […]
Greater Andover Days Fall Festival 2026
Greater Andover Days is the perfect family-friendly event for all ages, whether it’s for a budget-friendly date night or getting the family out of the house for a weekend. The festival is a beloved fall tradition in Kansas and features a variety of activities, including a lively parade, carnival rides, spectacular fireworks, kids’ activities, live […]
Kansas Maze Sunflower Festival
The Kansas Maze is on the Gaebbert family farm in Buhler, KS, about 50 min from Wichita. They have more than 600,000 Sunflowers for you to see. Each year, they have a multi-week festival whenever the Sunflowers bloom, so the dates are never exactly set until the flowers are in bloom. Who else is ready […]
Grace Hill Winery Harvest
Looking for a unique day trip near Wichita? Grace Hill Winery is inviting visitors to experience one of the most exciting times of the year during its annual Harvest Season. Instead of simply tasting the finished product, you’ll have the opportunity to help hand-pick the grapes that will become future Grace Hill wines. This annual […]
Labor Day weekend Events and Deals 2026
This Labor Day weekend in Wichita is great, with plenty of fun, frugal (or FREE) things to do. Labor Day 2026 is on Monday, September 7. For many of us, it’s a long weekend, so you might be looking for fun, inexpensive things to do for Labor Day in Kansas. Labor Day is a yearly […]
Haysville, Kansas Fall Festival October 23-25, 2026
Yay! The Haysville Fall Festival, which offers a fun assortment of events, entertainment, and activities for everyone in the family, is set for 2026! We love when Wichita’s Fall Festival season is underway; there’s so much wholesome fun (and free and cheap)! What I love about the Haysville Fall Fest is that they do pumpkin […]
Wildflower Walks at Great Plains Nature Center: Free
Looking for a fun and free way to enjoy the outdoors in Wichita? Every last Thursday of the month at 6 PM, the community is invited to join a Wildflower Walk at Chisholm Creek Park, part of the scenic grounds at Great Plains Nature Center. This monthly walk is a guided exploration of one of […]
Mark Arts Concerts at the Corner Music Series
Mark Arts is hosting Concerts at the Corner this Fall, a two-week concert series featuring local musicians. Tickets are reasonable at $3 for Mark Arts members and $5 for the General Public. The series will be held outside in the Mark Arts sculpture garden and is open to the public. The venue will also offer […]