Monarch Migration in Wichita this September
Every year, thousands of Monarch butterflies take flight on a remarkable journey, leaving the United States and migrating to the mountains of central Mexico. This remarkable migration usually passes through Wichita in early September, with the butterflies traveling up to 3,000 miles in search of warmer climates. The best part is that it’s FREE—just keep […]
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. The City Crew, Barry the Bison, Beatrice, Sgt. Justice, Sparky, and Webster are looking forward to seeing you at awesome events around Wichita! Crew Members get invited to community sporting events, Dave and Buster’s, pool parties, […]
Best Playgrounds and Parks for kids in and around Wichita
I learned my lesson early one July morning when I took my toddler to the zoo. All she did was pick up pretty rocks on the ground! I realized she didn’t care (yet) that there was a giraffe standing a few feet away.After that experience, I began thinking about her perspective rather than my own […]
Treehouse Concerts at Bartlett Arboretum 2024
Super-affordable and a great way to spend an afternoon outside, the Treehouse Concerts at Bartlett Arboretum are just a short drive from Wichita …
Splash Parks in and around Wichita
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 […]
Great Plains Nature Center: Free Events and Info
Great Plains Nature Center in Wichita is always FREE to visit. They provide opportunities for the public to investigate, understand, and develop an appreciation for wildlife. They have weekly FREE events and no registration is needed! Great for homeschoolers, kiddos who aren’t quite in school yet, or anyone else available in the morning hours. […]
Woofstock Wichita 2024
Wichita-area dogs are invited to bring their humans to Woofstock is the annual dog-friendly fundraising event that benefits the Kansas Humane Society and the pets they care for. Join thousands of pet lovers and animal enthusiasts at KHS’s biggest fundraising event and festival—Woofstock! As one of the largest events of its kind in the Midwest. […]
Nature Pop Exhibit at Botanica
Botanica, the Wichita Gardens’ new exhibit, is called Nature Pop. This traveling exhibit will be on display here in Wichita starting May 18, 2024. It features a series of nature-inspired sculptures built entirely with over 850,000 LEGO bricks. You will see big, big, colorful sculptures throughout the 20-acre garden, and the best part is that […]
Great Plains Renaissance Festival in Wichita Ticket Discounts!
The Great Plains Renaissance Festival and Wichita Scottish Festival is happening at Sedgwick County Park in Fall 2024. This beloved local event, known as the Wichita Renaissance Fest, offers a wide array of exciting activities and entertainment. At the Wichita Great Plains RenFest, you’ll find what the organizer’s dub “jests and jousts, fire-breathing daredevils, aerial […]
Exploration Place Parkrun
Wichita’s Parkrun is an excellent event for outdoor enthusiasts and a fantastic free activity for our community. This event is every Saturday at Exploration Place, Parkrun welcomes both runners and walkers for an organized and enjoyable experience. If you’re looking for a free, active weekend activity in Wichita, this is for you! Joining a group […]
Storytime at Naftzger Park in Downtown Wichita
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 […]
Derby’s Third Thursday Free Event: Music, Art, Food Trucks
Have you heard about Derby’s Third Thursday? It’s a fantastic FREE event with live music, artist exhibits, adult beverages, food trucks, and more! Third Thursday in Derby, Kansas, happens in the Spring and Fall. Hop in your car, take Rock Road and head South, and you will run right into Derby. Derby is only about […]
Free Outdoor Movies at Exploration Place Amphitheater
Exploration Place has a new amphitheater right outside its downtown Wichita location, near the iconic Keeper of the Plains. The best part is they are hosting a FREE Movie series called RiverFlix. The outdoor theater hosts the FREE films under the stars at the Wichita Foundation Amphitheater. This is the perfect way to spend quality […]
Farmers Markets in Wichita
Farmer’s Markets in Wichita and surrounding communities with locally grown fresh food, plants, honey, handmade items, and more. Some markets offer kids’ activities and live entertainment; all offer an excellent opportunity to meet your neighbors, learn more about local produce, and share in the fun of discovering things produced right here in our own state […]
Tanganyika Wildlife Park Birthday Deal: Discounted Admission
We love to celebrate, especially when there is a deal! Tanganyika Wildlife Park in Goddard, Kansas is having a 16th birthday special. In honor of the birthday, admission will be $16 from August 7-9, 2024 where you can come and enjoy the splash park, special discounts, and of course the animals. You will need to […]
2024 Open Streets ICT in Downtown Wichita is FREE
Wichita Parks and Recreation will host another Open Streets ICT – a FREE event in Wichita, KS. Over 100 vendors will be in attendance. Open Streets ICT brings Wichitans of all ages downtown for an active, fun, community-building afternoon on Wichita’s iconic Douglas Avenue. Open Street is one of my favorite community events. The city […]
Moonlit Mania at Great Plains Nature Center: Free Event
The Great Plains Nature Center welcomes the community to a FREE event called Moonlit Mania, where, for one night only, they will be open late. Grab your flashlight and join them for a night of exploration under the stars! Explore the park by moonlight from 9pm-11pm, just as our favorite nocturnal creatures do! This FREE […]
Wichita Summer Checklist of Activities on a Budget
Here is our ultimate Summer Checklist of things to do in Wichita this Summer. This list includes things to do with kids’ and Adults’ activities in Wichita. Our city is filled with many things for kids and adults to do this summer. There is much to explore, from fan-favorite events to some of our Summertime Free […]
Rock River Rapids: 1/2 price season passes
Okay, so I know summer is going by fast, but that doesn’t mean summer is over! We have plenty of time to take advantage of this deal from Rock River Rapids. The waterpark is offering 1/2 price season passes starting July 8, 2024. The water park stays open until August 13, so you can still […]
Tanganyika Wildlife Park All-Inclusive Changes Starting in 2025
Tanganyika Wildlife Park will offer an extraordinary, all-inclusive adventure starting in 2025 right here in the Wichita metro area. With exclusive local discounts, residents can enjoy unparalleled animal interactions, unlimited food and drink, and a host of unique experiences at a fraction of the cost. This is more than just a day at the park—it’s […]
Goddard, KS Independence Day Celebration: Fireworks, Food & Live Music
The 4th of July in Goddard, Kansas, is filled with fun, including fireworks, food, swimming, and live music. Goddard is around 13 miles west of Wichita, so it’s a quick and easy drive. The best part is that their Independence Day celebration is on July 5th, 2024, allowing you to enjoy all the other 4th […]
Haysville 4th of July 2024
Haysville, KS, is celebrating the 4th of July all day long at Riggs Park, and it’s FREE! It looks like the Haysville fireworks and other activities are put on by Haysville Rec and the City of Haysville. Since it’s just five miles south of Wichita, roughly, Haysville is part of the Wichita metropolitan area and […]
Castle Park in Augusta, KS is Now Open
Castle Park in Augusta, Kansas, is now open. This park has been a must-visit for years and is definitely worth the short drive from Wichita. Volunteers tore down the park and completely rebuilt it, making it even better. They had to tear it down due to termite damage a few years ago. Castle Park is […]
Exploration Place Playscape and Water Play Cascade
Exploration Place is developing a 6.5-acre outdoor playscape along the Arkansas River, featuring a variety of play and learning elements that will be coming soon. This new addition will include a water play park, multiple playgrounds, and unique experiences such as the Exploration Place Outdoor Amphitheater, offering views of the Keeper of the Plains and […]
Free Movies at Capitol Federal Amphitheater
Is there anything better than relaxing and watching a movie? Yes! Relaxing and watching a movie outside at the CapFed Amphitheater in Andover for FREE! Bring your lawn chairs and some snacks, kick back, and relax! The 2024 outdoor movie series is back! Free Movies at Capital Federal Amphitheater 2024: In the past, food trucks […]