Looking for fun things to do at in Wichita, including family-friendly crafts, creative workshops, and holiday activities? Botanica, The Wichita Gardens, is bringing something new to Bradley Fair with Glow & Grow, a seasonal pop-up shop and hands-on makerspace running from October 19 through December 31, 2026.
I worked at Botanica for nine years, so this one makes me especially happy! I love seeing them grow, try new ideas, and find creative ways to bring the magic of the gardens into our community. And I think bringing a little piece of Botanica to Bradley Fair is such a fun idea.
Glow & Grow combines shopping, plants, family activities, and creative classes in one location. Whether you’re looking for something different to do with the kids, planning a girls’ night, or wanting to make a homemade holiday gift, there are several ways to get involved.
What Is Glow & Grow at Bradley Fair?
Glow & Grow is a limited-time Botanica pop-up featuring a plant-inspired gift shop and creative makerspace.
Here’s what you’ll find:
- Tiny Terra Plant Bar: Create a miniature plant project to take home.
- Family-friendly drop-in activities: Hands-on crafts and projects for families.
- Take-home maker kits: Creative projects you can enjoy at home.
- Adult workshops: Guided classes featuring botanical art, seasonal crafts, and holiday creations.
- Gift shop: Plant-themed gifts, gardening accessories, fun plant stakes, and miniature plant surprises.
- Tiny Terra vending machine: Pick up a mystery miniature plant.
- Illuminations tickets: Purchase tickets for Botanica’s popular holiday light event.
I especially like that you can stop by to browse the shop or choose a specific activity or workshop. You don’t have to commit to a full class just to see what Glow & Grow is all about.
Family-Friendly Activities and Special Events
Botanica has several seasonal activities planned at Glow & Grow, including Halloween crafts and hands-on plant projects.
The family makerspace activities are a fun option if you’re looking for something creative to do with the kids. Just keep in mind that individual activities may have separate prices or registration requirements.
2026 Dates & Events:
Tuesday, October 20
Moss Wall-Mounted Plant Art
Wednesday, October 21
Kokedama: Ancient Japanese Plant Art
Saturday, October 24
Family Makerspace: Coffee Filter Tea Light Ghosts & Flying Clothespin Bats
Wednesday, October 28
Tiny Ghost in a Jar: Spooky-Themed Tiny Terrarium Workshop
Thursday, October 29
Botanica Book Club Members Event: Mexican Gothic Murder Mystery Game & Dried Flower Bookmark Craft
Saturday, October 31
Family Makerspace: Halloween Play-Dough Sensory Kit Making & Pop-Up Trick-or-Treat Stations
Wednesday, November 4
Yarn-Wrapped Felt Flower Fall Wreath Making Workshop
Wednesday, November 11
Dried Flower Hoop Embroidery Wall Art Workshop
Wednesday, November 18
Holiday Gift Tag Making Class
Wednesday, November 25
Tiny Pumpkin Fall Centerpiece Succulent Arrangement Workshop
Wednesday, December 2
Budget-Friendly Holiday Centerpiece Floral Arranging Workshop
Wednesday Workshops: Crafts & Holiday Creations
Botanica is also offering a series of Wednesday evening workshops at Glow & Grow. Each class features a different seasonal project, from miniature terrariums to fall wreaths and holiday decorations.
These are a fun option for a girls’ night, creative date night, or simply an evening out trying something new.
Each Wednesday workshop costs $20 per person, and you register for the specific class you want to attend.
2026 Wednesday Workshops: $20
Wednesday, October 28
Tiny Ghost in a Jar: Spooky-Themed Tiny Terrarium Workshop
Wednesday, November 4
Yarn-Wrapped Felt Flower Fall Wreath Making Workshop
Wednesday, November 11
Dried Flower Hoop Embroidery Wall Art Workshop
Wednesday, November 18
Holiday Gift Tag Making Class
Wednesday, November 25
Tiny Pumpkin Fall Centerpiece Succulent Arrangement Workshop
Wednesday, December 2
Budget-Friendly Holiday Centerpiece Floral Arranging Workshop
Time: 6–8 p.m.
I love seeing Botanica bring new experiences to Wichita, especially ones that encourage families and friends to get creative together. It’s another fun addition to the holiday season, and I’m excited to see how this new pop-up grows!
