Botanica's Illuminations is an annual tradition in Wichita, which fills the night sky with holiday lights (up to two million of them!) and Christmas music. In addition to the amazing displays, show and carousel rides, Illuminations will … [Read more...] about Botanica Illuminations 2022
Special Deals and Events at Wichita's Botanical Gardens
I've written about so many wonderful events at Botanica over the years. Here is an archive that includes most of them.
The free admission on Mother's Day at Botanica was actually one of the events I attended that inspired me to start Wichita on the Cheap.
Twilight Tunes on the Terrace at Botanica
Formerly known as "Tuesdays on the Terrace" Botanica is opening a new similar concert series: Twilight Tunes on the Terrace. Relax and unwind this summer at Botanica with their new concert series. Twilight Tunes on the Terrace … [Read more...] about Twilight Tunes on the Terrace at Botanica
Tulip Bulb Sale at Botanica
Botanica will begin its spring tulip bulb sale on April 22. This year's tulips can be planted in the fall and color your garden next spring. The tulips will only cost 15 cents each, and you can pay with cash or check (no … [Read more...] about Tulip Bulb Sale at Botanica
Kite-Flying Events in the Wichita area
This is the perfect thing to do on a nice day, and you have lots and lots of space to spread out. Read on for our list of 2022 Kite Flying Events around Wichita. And even without a kite-flying event, you can still enjoy this fun and FREE … [Read more...] about Kite-Flying Events in the Wichita area
Moms Get FREE admission for Mothers Day at Botanica
Well this is fun. In 2022, moms get in FREE to Botanica on Mother's Day, May 8! (In recent years, Botanica had been giving mothers discounted admission. But now they're back to FREE. I love it!) Bring Mom to the gardens on … [Read more...] about Moms Get FREE admission for Mothers Day at Botanica
Get free admission to Botanica through Bank of America’s Museums on Us program
Botanica has joined the ranks of more than 225 cultural institutions across the United State in participating in Bank of America's Museums on Us program. The program offers Bank of America, Merrill Lynch, and Bank of America Private Bank … [Read more...] about Get free admission to Botanica through Bank of America’s Museums on Us program
2021 Kansas Orchid Society Fall Show & Sale
Visit Botanica for the Kansas Orchid Society fall show on November 6, 2021. Get tips and information on growing orchids, see gorgeous table-top displays of individual plants and flowers, and find the perfect orchids for you to … [Read more...] about 2021 Kansas Orchid Society Fall Show & Sale
BOOtanica 2021
Bootanica, Botanica's fun family-friendly fall festival, will be held Saturday, October 9, 2021! During BOOtanica the entire 20 acres of gardens will be transformed with fall activities for children of all ages. It's an … [Read more...] about BOOtanica 2021
$3 Thursdays at Botanica
$3 Thursday evenings at Botanica are back in 2021!!! The deal was announced in an email to subscribers on April 12. Enjoy the gardens, including the Downing Children’s Garden, on the cheap at Botanica in Wichita! Admission is only … [Read more...] about $3 Thursdays at Botanica
BOGO Mondays at Botanica
Happy 150th birthday Wichita! For this birthday party, WE get the gifts, like BOGO free admission to Botanica on Mondays. I love Botanica; the beautiful gardens provide for a fun day outside enjoying nature. My favorite … [Read more...] about BOGO Mondays at Botanica
Children’s Garden Reopening at Botanica
Botanica's Downing Children's Garden will reopen Wednesday, July 1! July 1-3, Botanica has set up special treats to celebrate the garden's reopening. Botanica will open its doors at 9 a.m. Snocones will be available to … [Read more...] about Children’s Garden Reopening at Botanica
Tulips, Fairies, and Forts at Botanica
In 2021, Botanica is holding a Tulip Festival. You can read more about it here. The following information is regarding a similar event the gardens have hosted in previous years... Looking for fun things to do in Wichita this Spring? Each … [Read more...] about Tulips, Fairies, and Forts at Botanica
FREE: Wichita Senior Expo
The annual Senior Expo sponsored by the Central Plains Area Agency on Agency will be held on Thursday, September 26, 2019 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Expo will be held at three fun Wichita locations: Botanica, the Wichita … [Read more...] about FREE: Wichita Senior Expo
Botanica’s Take Flight & Butterfly Festival
This will be Botanica's big summer family event. Formerly known as the Butterfly Festival, because it's when Botanica's Butterfly House officially opens, this event will celebrate all things "flight." The Take Flight Festival is on … [Read more...] about Botanica’s Take Flight & Butterfly Festival
FREE Botanica Family Fun Fair
Botanica's winter party is fun for all ages, and FREE. Enjoy free admission, crafts for the kids, and exploring the gardens during the annual Botanica Family Fun Fair. This year's crafts and activities are inspired by Jan Brett's book, … [Read more...] about FREE Botanica Family Fun Fair
Festival of the Monarch at Botanica
On Sunday afternoon, September 25, 2016, kids and families will have an opportunity to become a monarch butterfly and travel along a migration path full of games, activities, art, and music. Botanica's Festival of the Monarch will be a fun … [Read more...] about Festival of the Monarch at Botanica
$5 off membership to Botanica
Here's another membership deal I just became aware of. Botanica has a special of $5 off the price of a one-year membership until May 6, 2016. A Botanica membership would make a great Mothers Day gift. Membership grants you FREE admission … [Read more...] about $5 off membership to Botanica
Free admission to Botanica’s Arbor Day celebration
Botanica will be celebrating Arbor Day on April 29, 2016 from 10 a.m. until noon, and admission is free. During the celebration, organizers will show tree planting techniques, share tree maintenance activities involving heavy forestry … [Read more...] about Free admission to Botanica’s Arbor Day celebration
FREE Fathers Day Kite Festival in Wichita
Take Dad out for a fun afternoon on Fathers Day, June 21, 2015. Botanica will hold a Fathers Day Kite Festival with music, food, activities for the kids, and - if the wind cooperates - lots of kite-flying! Dads get in free; everyone else … [Read more...] about FREE Fathers Day Kite Festival in Wichita
Botanica’s Chinese Garden of Friendship Grand Opening Week
Botanica will officially open its new Chinese Garden of Friendship this week on Friday, June 5 at 3 p.m. with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, dance performances, and tours of the new garden until 4:30 p.m. But it will also celebrate with a week … [Read more...] about Botanica’s Chinese Garden of Friendship Grand Opening Week
ICTArtDOG: An opportunity to give back!
ICTArtDOG is providing a way for Wichita to give back to our local art associations again this year. ArtDOG (Art Day Of Giving) is a 24-hour charitable giving campaign to support area art nonprofits. This year ArtDOG will take place April … [Read more...] about ICTArtDOG: An opportunity to give back!
Spring Orchid Show and Sale at Botanica
This weekend, March 21 and 22, the Kansas Orchid Society will present the "Spring Into Orchids" show and sale at Botanica. Hobbyists will exhibit their finest orchids for judging and vendors will offer orchid plants and growing supplies for … [Read more...] about Spring Orchid Show and Sale at Botanica
FREE Museums on the River Teacher Appreciation Event
Teachers, we appreciate you! The Museums on the River in Wichita want to show their appreciation of teachers at a free reception on September 5, 2014. http://youtu.be/PaHJRLoCyWc All area educators can join the museums at Botanica on … [Read more...] about FREE Museums on the River Teacher Appreciation Event
Kids Night Out at Botanica
Botanica is holding a Kids Night Out event that includes a free screening of the Goonies movie in the Children's Garden amphitheater, Freddie's Frozen Custard sundae bar, complimentary popcorn and candy, admission to the gardens, and kids' … [Read more...] about Kids Night Out at Botanica
Take an Online Survey and Get 2 Free Passes to Botanica
Botanica is offering two free passes when you take a survey online. Here's why they're doing it: "As Wichita’s public garden, Botanica values the thoughts and opinions of the citizens we serve. We invite area residents to take a few … [Read more...] about Take an Online Survey and Get 2 Free Passes to Botanica
