Mothers Day Weekend in Wichita: Events and Deals
Mother’s Day in Wichita will be fun if the weather cooperates! We have the ultimate list of Mother’s Day activities, Mother’s Day brunches, events, and more. We will help you find the perfect thing to do with the mother figure in your life in Wichita. We’re continually adding to the list of things to do for […]
Barn Sales, Flea Markets, and Shopping Events 2026
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 barn sales, craft and art fairs, vintage sales and artisan markets, and flea/antique markets in the Wichita area. Many of the local shopping […]
Wichita area Summer Camps & Summer Activites for Kids 2026
Are you looking for a Wichita summer camp for your child? We get many requests from parents for inexpensive summer camps in Wichita, so we’ve put together a list of resources for you to explore. Prices for Wichita Summer Camps vary, so we listed them all so you can pick what works best for your […]
Citywide Neighborhood Garage Sales Wichita 2026
The most updated list! Here’s our list of 2026 Wichita-area citywide garage sales, which we update weekly (or more often, as necessary). This list is valid for spring, summer, and fall citywide sales surrounding Wichita. You’ll want to bookmark this page and return often, because we also add neighborhood garage sales, church and rummage sales, and […]
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 […]
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 […]
Wichita Craft Shows, Fall Bazaars, and Holiday Markets 2026
Shop for one-of-a-kind gifts and handmade items at these upcoming holiday bazaars, Christmas craft shows, artisan markets and other holiday shopping events in and around Wichita. Local artists and crafters have been hard at work throughout the year making awesome, unique items for the craft fairs. Enjoy their handiwork and support your local artists at […]
Indoor Play Places and Activities for Kids in Wichita
If you are looking for things to do indoors in Wichita, we’ve got you covered. If it’s too cold or too hot out, sometimes you just need to get out of the house. Are you tired of being cooped up inside? Check out all the fun things you can do indoors in Wichita! From bowling […]
Valentine’s Day in Wichita: Events and Date Ideas 2026
Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Wichita with one of the many special events, or we have some suggestions on what to do on Valentine’s Day in Wichita, and you can even find Valentine’s Day freebies and deals here in Wichita. Whenever you celebrate, this day or week is about being sweet to those you love, and […]
Super Bowl Sunday Watch Parties, Events & Hosting Deals
We’ve discovered some Super Bowl deals for you, whether you’re watching the game at home or looking to catch it at a local venue. When is the Super Bowl? It’s on February 8, 2026. Get ready for an exciting matchup and explore these Super Bowl Restaurant Food Specials for a great Sunday without overspending. In […]
Wichita Activities this Winter on a Budget
This is my ultimate guide to activities, events, and Things to do in Wichita this Winter. It might be cold out, but there are lots of deals this time of year, so make sure to get out and don’t miss out on all that Wichita has to offer during the colder months. We all get […]
Free Shred Days around Wichita, KS
You know you’re not supposed to just throw confidential information into the trash, but sometimes the shred pile gets pretty high if you don’t have a paper-chewing monster of a shredder *like mine. If you’ve been putting off the inevitable, you’ll have an opportunity to get the job done – for free – at the […]
Winter Break Activites in Wichita
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 you and the kids from getting bored! These are a few of our favorites, but feel free to […]
Wichita Restaurants & Bars Open Christmas Day
Looking to see what bars and restaurants are open on Christmas Day 2025? We have a list of places you can eat out on December 25, and we’ll tell you a couple big-name restaurants that will be closed. We hope everyone has a safe and happy holiday. After your Christmas day meal, drive around to […]
Where to See Christmas Lights in Wichita 2025
Find Christmas lights in Wichita, KS. This is a current list of Christmas light displays we love. Driving around looking at Wichita Christmas lights is not only a fun family tradition, it’s also really inexpensive (even after you factor in the price of gas)!
Horse-Drawn Carriage & Train Rides in Wichita
Dashing through the snow and oh what fun it is! Every year, we have only a few places in Wichita that usually offer horse-drawn carriage rides in Wichita. There is something incredibly magical about the experience of an old-fashioned carriage ride that will put even the must ‘humbug’ of people into the Christmas spirit! Look […]
Fulton Valley Farms: A Country Christmas Holiday Event
Fulton Valley Farms in Butler County puts on A Country Christmas starting November 29 with over 1,200,000 lights, live reindeer, Santa, and so much more. They have also added some really fun special events for this Holiday Season that are reasonably priced. Fulton Valley Farms is located just 15 minutes east of Wichita, near Towanda, […]
Membership Deals to Local Attractions and Black Friday Specials
Wichita membership deals at local attractions for Black Friday and winter specials. Give a gift that can be used all year, like a membership to a local attraction or a gift card. We have so many wonderful attractions here in Wichita, so think about giving the gift of an experience. Here is a list of […]
USPS Operation Santa: Letters to Santa
The holiday season is around the corner, and the United States Postal Service’s special program called Operation Santa makes it fun and easy for kids to send a letter to Santa and for volunteers to adopt letters and help make someone’s Christmas extra bright. Here’s how families in Wichita (and beyond) can participate, share the […]
Christmas Tree Farms near Wichita 2025
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 store lot. Check out our list of the best Christmas Tree Farms in and around Wichita. Take a page out of Clark Griswold’s book and build […]
Houses to Drive-by with Christmas Light Displays
There are so many Holiday light display at individual residences this Christmas season in and around Wichita. The best part is they are completely free to go see but all do appreciate donations. All you have to do is load up in your car and dive to one or more of these over-the-top houses that […]
Black Friday Shopping Tips
It’s the bargain-hunter’s busiest time of the year! With so many of us watching our spending these days, Black Friday has become almost as much of a holiday as Thanksgiving. And if you don’t want to venture out into the cold and snow, fighting the crowds to shop at the big box stores this Black […]
Where to see Santa in Wichita 2025
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 loves our city because the people are great, there isn’t a lot of traffic, and we have so many affordable things to do. But best of all, of course, is the […]
Non-Toy Gift Ideas for Kids and Families
Fun, unforgettable gifts for kids that aren’t toys. We <3 them!
Veterans Day Events and Deals in Wichita, KS
Veterans and active-duty members of the U.S. military are worthy of our respect and gratitude every day (see Military Discounts in Wichita), 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 attractions that offer free admission […]