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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
African American Musicians in Kansas
African American Musicians in Kansas 1860-1920. FREE Event at the Wichita Public Library-Advanced Learning Center for Black History Month. African Americans in Kansas participated in a wide variety of music ensembles. Lemuel Sheppard’s presentation will introduce the audience to these musicians and the songs they performed in Kansas from 1860 to 1919. Some of the […]
Homeschool Resources
Did you know Wichita has a wealth of free educational resources homeschoolers can use? While many were intended for teachers in public or private schools, most of these free resources may be adaptable for your homeschool lesson plans. Most of Wichita’s museums and other educational organizations have educational resources online and are easily accessible to […]
FREE YMCA Job Prep Program for Teens
The Greater Wichita YMCA offers a program for older teens that can help them land a job, be an awesome employee, and manage the money they’ll begin making. The Strong Communities campaign funds the FREE program and will provide participants with training on how to complete a job application, dress for success, handle an interview, and […]
Botanica the Wichita Gardens Summer & Fall Events
If you haven’t been to Botanica in a while, it’s about time to experience Wichita’s finest botanical attraction again. This Summer and Fall are full of events and programs at Botanica, bringing you a whole new experience every time you visit. These events are reoccurring, so you have plenty of time to visit Botanica. In […]
Book-a-holic Fill a Bag Event
A book hoarder’s dream! One of Wichita’s favorite second-hand bookstores is holding an incredible sale, on July 21st & 22nd. Get a bag, fill it to the brim, and pay just $10! Here’s what you need to know: Only their warehouse sale books are available for bag stuffing The store will provide the bags 9am […]
Family ArtVenture at the Wichita Art Museum: Summer Celebration
This is a great FREE event at the Wichita Art Museum in downtown Wichita. Cool down at their fun-filled Family ArtVenture celebrating our summer exhibition, Clearly Indigenous: Native Visions Reimagined in Glass. This event is on July 22, 2023. Enjoy FREE admission to the exhibition, a performance by Wichita War Dancer, glass-blowing demonstrations, and artmaking. Beat the […]
Exploration Place Wichita Summer 2023 Exhibits
Kansas families with kids in pre-K through 12th grade can download the Sunflower Summer app to receive free All- Access Passes for one visit funded through the Kansas state Department of Education to keep learning going over the summer. Sunflower Summer starts May 26 and runs through August 13. All-Access Passes include all permanent exhibits, […]
Summer Adventure Club at Bradley Fair
Bradley Fair is hosting the Summer Adventure Club for little ones in June and July. Club events will be held on The Plaza at Bradley Fair 10 a.m. every Tuesday in June and July 2023. A donation of $5 per child is requested for each event. 100% of the proceeds will go to the local […]
Botanica Events in June
Looking for something to do? Visit Botanica! If you’re looking to get out of the house and be surrounded by lush gardens and family-friendly fun, Botanica has you covered. With a multitude of activities happening the week of June 18-24, there is something new to experience at Botanica. There is something for everyone scheduled at […]
O.K. Kids: Outdoor Kansas Kids at Great Plains Nature Center
The Great Plains Nature Center welcomes the community to its annual O.K. Kids (Outdoor Kansas Kids) event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 3rd at 6232 E. 29th St. North in Wichita. Highlighting our feathered friends has never been so fun! Join us at our annual Outdoor Kansas Kids event! Families will […]
GreenAcres Market Free Summer Kick-Off Event
Visit GreenAcres Market West Wichita for their Summer Kick-Off Event on May 20th from 11 am-2 pm! Bring the whole family and enjoy FREE samples, savings, kid-oriented demos, giveaways, and more. Stay in touch with GreenAcres on social media for the latest healthy living research and information from nationally-recognized wellness experts. Click HERE to follow […]
Rootstock Wichita: Music, Art, Food Tucks and Plants
Have you heard of Rootstock? It’s an afternoon of art, music, food trucks, plants, and spring fun at Prairie Hill Vinyard at Stockemer Farm. This event is in Colwich on Sunday, April 30th, from 1 pm – 8 pm. Make sure to get your tickets early to save $5. Pre-sold tickets are $10, and at […]
Exploration Place celebrates Earth Day
Earth Day is on Saturday, April 22, 2023. Wichita has lots of great events happing around town. Exploration Place is having an Earth Day event filled with science and fun! They are offering FREE screenings of Kansas: An Immersive Dome Experience and a variety of activities. From hands-on activities to interactive exhibits, there’s something for […]
Kansas Homeschool Expo at Century II
The Kansas Homeschool Expo has been Kansas’ biggest homeschool convention for over 35 years! This event is put on by Kansas Home Educators which is here to encourage, educate and support homeschooled families throughout the state of Kansas. They have been helping parents educate their children for over 35 years! The Kansas Homeschool Expo is the place […]
Lets Get Crafty at Botanica
Botanica, the Wichita Garden, is starting a new come-and-go series for kiddos 5 and under. They are hosting a fun and educational craft on the second Wednesday of the month from April through October in the Downing Children’s Garden. Let’s Get Crafty will be from 10 – Noon. These craft days are FREE with general […]
Big Read Wichita 2023
Big Read Wichita is an annual program funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) that is designed to broaden our understanding of the world, communities, and ourselves through the joy of sharing a good book The Wichita Public Library is one of 84 organizations selected to receive an NEA Big […]
Kansas Reads to Preschoolers FREE program and concerts
The City of Wichita released information about the Wichita Public Library “Kansas Reads to Preschoolers”. This is a program that helps young readers through early learning activities and sharing a common book. Libraries across the state will be participating this November. The month-long program promotes reading to Kansas children birth to age five. This year’s […]
Lets Go Build Lego Store in Wichita
Everyone loves Legos no matter how old you. We have all enjoyed them at some point in our life. Kids and adults are both drawn to Legos! Wichita, Kansas is getting a new place that celebrates everything Lego. If you are looking for something to do that’s new around town go checkout this store (opening […]
Free Yoga at Mark Arts
FREE Yoga on the Terrace at Mark Arts on August 24th from 7-8pm. Spend an hour with them s on Aug. 24 as an instructor from Siva Yoga leads Mark Arts’ Yoga on the Terrace. The free event is open to those 13 years and older. Advance registration is encouraged so click here for […]