Tallgrass Film Festival and the Wichita Art Museum are hosting a FREE screening of the classic Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark on Friday, June 16th, 2023. Enjoy a night at the Wichita Art Museum on the Art Garden … [Read more...] about Tunes & Tallgrass at the Wichita Art Museum: Free Outdoor Movie
Tunes & Tallgrass at the Wichita Art Museum: Free Outdoor Movie
John Cusack is coming to the Orpheum
Actor John Cusack will host an intimate screening of one of his most popular motion pictures, Sixteen Candles, followed by a live conversation about his career and the making of the film, followed by a Q&A. This event … [Read more...] about John Cusack is coming to the Orpheum
Wichita Wind Surge College Night Deal
College students -now that school is almost out for the year, there is no better place than Riverfront Stadium to enjoy your summer nights! They are running a great deal just for you! This would be something fun to do this … [Read more...] about Wichita Wind Surge College Night Deal
Summer Third Thursday in Downtown Newton
Summertime means longer daylight hours, warmer weather, and the return of Third Thursdays in Downtown Newton! Every Third Thursday of May-August, many of your downtown merchants and restaurants will be open until 7:30 or 8:00 … [Read more...] about Summer Third Thursday in Downtown Newton
Wichita Tallgrass Film Festival 2023
The Tallgrass Film Festival in Wichita has been called one of the best "under-the-radar film festivals in America" and an "undiscovered gem" by national media. Filmmakers from around the world participate. This year's festival … [Read more...] about Wichita Tallgrass Film Festival 2023
Splash parks in and around Wichita
Wichita’s newest trending attraction during the summer months is splash parks (aka water playgrounds, splash pads, or play fountains). They are cost-effective and require less maintenance. Therefore, several have popped up in the past … [Read more...] about Splash parks in and around Wichita
Free admission to the Sunflower Balloon Festival in Anthony, Kansas
The annual Sunflower Balloon Festival in Anthony, Kansas, is happening this May. Admission is FREE, and they have fun activities planned for everyone. The Balloon Festival is a three-day event, May 19 - 21, 2023, and always includes … [Read more...] about Free admission to the Sunflower Balloon Festival in Anthony, Kansas
Free Summer Meals for Kids: Summer Food Program
Wichita public school will offer FREE meals for children and teens across Wichita. Kids and teens ages 1-18 can get healthy meals during the summer months when school is out of session. Adults can get breakfast and lunch as well for a … [Read more...] about Free Summer Meals for Kids: Summer Food Program
Dinosaurs Around the World Exhibit at Botanica Gardens
Stop into Dinosaurs Around the World at Botanica. From May 20 through September 17, 2023, visitors can experience the one-of-a-kind, “Dinosaurs Around the World: The Great Outdoors,” exhibit at Botanica Gardens in Wichita, KS. The … [Read more...] about Dinosaurs Around the World Exhibit at Botanica Gardens
Walk with Wildlife at the Great Plains Nature Center
This is an activity that could easily become an annual family tradition. Get up close and personal with wildlife at the annual Walk with Wildlife at the Great Plains Nature Center here in Wichita on Saturday, May 20, 2023. It makes for a … [Read more...] about Walk with Wildlife at the Great Plains Nature Center
Free Wichita Bus Rides for Youth this Summer
Kids get a ticket to ride FREE on Wichita buses this summer. Wichita Transit is offering free, unlimited transit rides on all regular bus routes and paratransit service during the summer through their RIDE summer program. From May 27 … [Read more...] about Free Wichita Bus Rides for Youth this Summer
Wichita Wind Surge Baseball Games Tips and Deals
What is the Wichita Wind Surge? They are a minor league baseball team and the Double-A affiliate of the Minnesota Twins. They play at the Riverfront Stadium in downtown Wichita, KS. The team has already had a lot of owners but we … [Read more...] about Wichita Wind Surge Baseball Games Tips and Deals
Wichita Sky Kings FREE Game at Koch Arena
That's right; you can go to Koch Arena to see the Wichita Sky Kings on May 28th, completely FREE! To add to the excitement of such a fantastic FREE event, they are having some meet and greets with BIG names from the University of Kansas, … [Read more...] about Wichita Sky Kings FREE Game at Koch Arena
FREE: Smoke on the Plains, Derby BBQ & Music Fest
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The annual Derby BBQ Festival in Derby's High Park will be lots of fun! It's this weekend, June 9 & 10, 2023! This is an annual festival that is a family-friendly event with live music, food, kid's activities. And admission is FREE. … [Read more...] about FREE: Smoke on the Plains, Derby BBQ & Music Fest
Wichita Wore What? A Century of Local Fashion: Free Exhibit
Wichita Wore What? A Century of Local Fashion. This FREE exhibit features clothing and accessories worn in Wichita from 1888-1988, surveying changes in both apparel and lifestyle. It also features clothing worn by key figures in Wichita’s … [Read more...] about Wichita Wore What? A Century of Local Fashion: Free Exhibit
Free Family Fun Day at OJ Watson Park
Free fun for the whole family brought to you by StopSuicideICT, the Coonrod Family, Liz McGinness, and Therapy Corner. O.J. Watson Park is a beautiful 119-acre park with a 40-acre lake for fishing and pedal boats. This park offers a … [Read more...] about Free Family Fun Day at OJ Watson Park
Teens work out FREE all summer: Planet Fitness Teen Summer Challenge
Teens ages 14-19 can work out FREE all summer at participating Planet Fitness locations in Wichita and around the country. Teens can boost physical and mental health with this great FREE opportunity. Last year they had 3.5 million High … [Read more...] about Teens work out FREE all summer: Planet Fitness Teen Summer Challenge
Rock River Rapids Derby Waterpark
Rock River Rapids, the water park in Derby, will open on May 29, 2023, for the summer season. It is a premier water park in south-central Kansas! Rock River Rapids is a full-service Aquatic Park with Concessions, Lockers (provide your … [Read more...] about Rock River Rapids Derby Waterpark
Artist Talk with Tallgrass Film Association: The Mesquite Mile
Free talk on May 30th at 5:30 pm at Tallgrass Film Center at the Lux - 120 East 1st street North Unit 113. THE MESQUITE MILE The Mesquite Mile is a multi-phase project that aims to relocate regionally historic mesquites from … [Read more...] about Artist Talk with Tallgrass Film Association: The Mesquite Mile
Moms Get FREE admission for Mothers Day at Botanica
Moms get in FREE to Botanica on Mother's Day, May 14, 2023! Bring Mom to the gardens on Sunday, May 13, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and she'll get free admission. Other guests will pay regular admission prices, which are: $10 … [Read more...] about Moms Get FREE admission for Mothers Day at Botanica
Free Events at Great Plains Nature Center 2023
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 that and no registration is … [Read more...] about Free Events at Great Plains Nature Center 2023
Mothers Day Weekend in Wichita: Events and Deals
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Mother's Day in Wichita will be fun if the weather plays nice! This year Mothers Day is on Sunday, May 14, 2023. We're compiling a list of things to do for Mother's Day near Wichita, including free admission, things to do and … [Read more...] about Mothers Day Weekend in Wichita: Events and Deals
2023 Sunflower Summer App – Free Admission to Kansas Attractions
It's back for 2023! The Sunflower Summer provides various ways for families to get out, explore something new, and enjoy time together. Kansas families can visit museums, zoos, historic landmarks, and more for FREE! This is the BEST DEAL!! … [Read more...] about 2023 Sunflower Summer App – Free Admission to Kansas Attractions
Wichita Flea Market 2023
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The Wichita Flea Market Market is back again for 2023! This year they will be doing a "Tour of Wichita" each show will be at different locations. This is a monthly Flea Market in and around Wichita with typically over 200 local and regional … [Read more...] about Wichita Flea Market 2023
Teacher Appreciation Freebies and Deals for Wichita-area Teachers
We may never be able to thank teachers enough for all their hard work, but we can try! We can't think of a better way to show our appreciation than by listing all the FREE goodies and deals in the Wichita area for Teacher Appreciation Week. … [Read more...] about Teacher Appreciation Freebies and Deals for Wichita-area Teachers
