November and December are filled with holiday events in Wichita, including Christmas concerts, holiday shopping bazaars, visits with Santa, Christmas light tours, and even horse-drawn carriage rides. Many of these events make for an … [Read more...] about Day by day guide to 2018 holiday and Christmas events around Wichita
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Holiday Gift Card Bonus Offers
Gift cards are welcome stocking-stuffers for every difficult-to-buy-for person on your list, from the in-laws to college students (and they make good teacher gifts too). But Santa never said you couldn't walk away with a little something … [Read more...] about Holiday Gift Card Bonus Offers
Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides in Wichita
Designed to bring in shoppers, I'm sure. But oh what fun it is! Every year, we have several places in Wichita that usually offer free horse-drawn carriage rides in Wichita. Here are some of the ones we know of. Do you know of any … [Read more...] about Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides in Wichita
Santa Visits Wichita!
He's a busy guy, but Santa still always makes time to visit Wichita every year. He says he loves our city because the people are great, there isn't a lot of traffic, and we have so many affordable things to do here. But best of all, of … [Read more...] about Santa Visits Wichita!
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
Wichita Christmas Tree Farms
There are many places you can buy a live Christmas tree, but if you want the full traditional Christmas tree experience, you won't want to pick it up at a lot. Carry on a family tradition or make a new tradition at one of these family-owned … [Read more...] about Wichita Christmas Tree Farms
Small Business Saturday Events in Wichita
What's happening around Wichita for small business Saturday? Lots of people like to use the day after Black Friday - when everyone's looking to score a great deal on big-ticket holiday gifts - to support friends and neighbors' businesses by … [Read more...] about Small Business Saturday Events in Wichita
Christmas Craft Shows, Bazaars, and Holiday Markets
Our list of fall and holiday craft fairs and markets is sponsored by the wonderful Wichita Flea Market! Find them at Century II and shop or rent a booth to sell your wares.
Shop for one-of-a-kind gifts and handmade items at these upcoming 2018 fall and holiday markets, Christmas craft fairs, bazaars, local store open houses, and artisan markets in and around Wichita. Local artists and crafters have been … [Read more...] about Christmas Craft Shows, Bazaars, and Holiday Markets
Veterans Day Events, Freebies and Deals for Wichita
Veterans and active-duty members of the U.S. military are worthy of our respect and gratitude every day, but on Veterans Day we can do one better and take them out for a free meal, attend an event that honors them, visit one of the Wichita … [Read more...] about Veterans Day Events, Freebies and Deals for Wichita
How to make the holidays special when you can’t afford presents
It doesn't take money to make the holidays special. It helps, but there are just some years when gifts aren't in the budget. Other times, you just may be so exhausted by the rush and pressure to buy things that you decide to opt out. (I can … [Read more...] about How to make the holidays special when you can’t afford presents
Fall Farm Fun: Pumpkin Patches and Corn Mazes near Wichita
Every year we see wonderful family-owned farms near Wichita that offer pumpkin patches, corn mazes, and other fall fun for families. These are some of the best pumpkin patches in Kansas, and every year they seem to get even … [Read more...] about Fall Farm Fun: Pumpkin Patches and Corn Mazes near Wichita
Classic horror movies and other scary film screenings in Wichita
Scare yourself silly this month with several classic (and new) horror movie screenings at various theatres around Wichita. Below is a list of a dozen or so Halloween-themed films that are guaranteed to keep you up at … [Read more...] about Classic horror movies and other scary film screenings in Wichita
Barn Sales, Flea Markets, and Craft Fairs near Wichita
This post is sponsored by the BRAND NEW Wichita Flea Market held several times a year at Century II.
Is it handmade? Secondhand? Covered with dust or restored with care? Those are the things we want to see for sale at the markets in this list. Here's our updated list of 2018 barn sales, craft and art fairs, vintage and artisan markets, and … [Read more...] about Barn Sales, Flea Markets, and Craft Fairs near Wichita
Haunted Houses and Halloween Attractions in and near Wichita
Just in case you like terrifying yourself, here are some Halloween events and attractions for the older or more scare-proof crowd - not for the little kiddos. (See the list of kid-friendly Halloween events here.) Wichita has haunted houses, … [Read more...] about Haunted Houses and Halloween Attractions in and near Wichita
You-pick farms near Wichita
Every year readers ask me where they can find "you-pick" places in the Wichita area. They're talking about the orchards and farms where families can go pick fresh produce right off the tree or vine. This is so much fun to do, and it's a … [Read more...] about You-pick farms near Wichita
