Memorial Weekend is the unofficial start of summer, and we’re ready to ring in the summer with you! This Memorial Day, let’s remember those who have served our country and the reason we celebrate in the first place. Let’s remember those who have given their lives in service to our country as we celebrate the long weekend.
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Memorial Day Recognition Service
The traditional public Memorial Day program will be held at Veterans Memorial Park on Monday, May 31, 2021 at 11 a.m. Flags will line the entry sidewalk leading to the park’s flag pavilion, they’ll have a speaker and Taps will be played.
In addition to the local service, you can participate in a national moment of remembrance at 3 p.m. on Memorial Day. This effort is organized by Taps Across America.
Memorial Day Weekend Events/Deals
Enjoy some of these events and deals before Memorial Day weekend!
Cheap grill tank refills
Get the grill ready! Wayman oil is bringing back $6 propane refills on May 26, 27 and 28, 2021.
Live music at El Dorado Lake
Heading to the lake on Memorial Day weekend is just what you do! When you’re there, enjoy some Music in the Park at the Walnut Hollow Amphitheater.
National Memorial Day concert
The evening before Memorial Day, PBS will air its award-winning National Memorial Day concert at 7 p.m. on local stations and streaming live here.
Free American flags
Ace Hardware has pledged to give out free flags for Memorial day again this year!
Pool’s open!
Most city pools, water playgrounds, and water parks in the Wichita metro area open Memorial Day weekend. Find out Where to Swim in Wichita.
Summer entertainment
Kick off the unofficial start to summer by watching movies outdoors. The Starlite Drive-In will be open with new movies on the big screens.
Memorial Day restaurant deals in Wichita
Firebirds will be honoring veterans, active duty service members, and Gold Star families by treating them to a free meal on Memorial Day, Monday, May 31, 2021. Read the details of the promotion and be sure to bring your ID.
LaMars is offering a FREE donut & coffee for all active, retired, and veteran service men and women on Monday, May 31.
Bonefish Grill extends a 10% discount to military members and first responders. (This is actually a year-round military discount.)
Carrabbas, too, has a year-round military discount but is also offering a special deal on gift cards. For a limited time, those wanting to thank a service member or first responder can purchase a $50 gift card online and receive a free $10 bonus card as well. The gift card deal is valid until July 13.
What else is going on around Wichita this Memorial Day weekend?
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Sports & Outdoors
Nothing says Memorial Day weekend more than chilling, grilling, and fishing at the lake or splashing in the pool. Here are some ideas for spending Memorial Day weekend outdoors.
(Some of these are recommendations from last year when we couldn’t do events, but you know what? They’re still good ideas.)
Jump in the lake
Kansas state parks, fishing lakes and wildlife areas are open. Find more information at Kansas Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism.
Want to make more than a day of it? Check out our guide to camping in the Wichita area. I will warn you though – Memorial weekend is one of the busiest camping weekends of the year. If that doesn’t deter you, then find a walkup spot and have fun!
Take a hike
Go for a walk at any one of Wichita’s parks. We have a list of where to walk in Wichita. I highly recommend this awesome Nature Trail at Cheney lake!
Take a drive
Oh my gosh, this is one of my favorites. Pack a lunch, fill up the tank with the cheapest gas you can find, and head out for an adventure on a Kansas Scenic Drive. You will want to bring your camera because you WILL find something beautiful, interesting, or breathtaking. Um, also bring a roll of t.p. just in case and all your other essential road trip supplies because a lot of our state is rural, rugged, and natural. This isn’t NYC.
Fly a kite
Buy and fly a kite If you already have the kite, this is free. If you need to buy a kite, go see my friends at Wings of the Wind kite shop. See their recommendations on the Best Places to Fly Kites in Wichita.
Play yard games
Remember those? They require no equipment whatsoever, and almost any number of kids can play. Hide-n-Seek or Simon Says could actually be played inside, but Red Light, Green Light and Mother May I need a little more space.
Ride a bike
Friday, May 22, Boats and Bikes opens! Boats and Bikes rents out a variety of outdoor equipment including kayaks and stand up paddle boards. Find more info here.
Ride a pony
…or ride a train, pedal a boat, paddle a kayak, or play some mini golf. O.J. Watson Park rides are open all day Saturday and Sunday of Memorial Day weekend.
Indoor Activities & Ideas
What if the weather is bad and we’re all stuck inside with nothing to do? After last year, we’re all experts at this, but here are a few fun ideas anyway:
Make your own fun
- Make an easy and fun craft like a rubber-band powered boat!
- Spread some positivity and kindness by painting your very own kindness rocks.
- Make your own play-dough on the cheap!
- Homemade chocolate sauce on top of an ice cream sundae makes memorial weekend even sweeter.
- For more home ideas check out Activities for kids & families at home (fun, free, and cheap)
This Memorial Day, let’s remember those who sacrificed everything and let’s go out of our way to thank those who serve with that willingness.
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Related: Military discounts in Wichita Also check out our Weekend on the Cheap events guide.
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