Friends University Christmas Concert
Friends University choirs will perform their Christmas Candlelight Concert in person this year. The annual performance was held online last year. Prior to that, generations of students, faculty and audiences participated in the candlelight tradition on the Friends University’s campus. In 2021, however, the production will be moved to the more spacious Central Community Church […]
Story Time with Santa
Snuggle up and get ready for Christmas with Story Time with Santa. Santa will be reading a story on December 22, 2020 for anyone to watch online! [sc name=”subscribe-link” ] The story will begin at 6 p.m. and last about 30 minutes. Santa will be reading ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. Comment on the Facebook […]
$5 admission to the Kansas Aviation Museum for 5 days
The Kansas Aviation Museum will be a fun place to visit over the winter break– and with discounted admission it’s definitely an “on the cheap” activity! From January 6-10, admission to the Kansas Aviation Museum will be just $5 for everyone ages 3 and up. No other coupons or discounts can be applied to the […]
December Events at Crown Uptown Theatre
The Crown Uptown Theatre is a beautiful feature of Wichita. This theatre has been providing our community with entertainment since 1928, and it’s not stopping any time soon. The Crown Uptown has several affordable and fun events coming up that you can enjoy. To keep the entertainment available and to keep you safe, The Crown […]
Christmas in the Garden
December 21 through the 23 you can celebrate Christmas with a walk-through of Calvary’s Rock Church’s garden. Their Prayer Garden will be decorated with lights that you can enjoy as you walk through. They will also tell the story of the birth of Jesus Christ from Old Testament prophesy to New Testament Bethlehem. [sc name=”subscribe-link” […]
Skate with Buddy the Elf and the Grinch at the Wichita Ice Center
Buddy the Elf? I know him! I know him!! The Wichita Ice Center is going to be hosting a fun day this December for Wichita kids to skate with Buddy the Elf and the Grinch. Also see: Where to See Santa Claus in Wichita In addition to being able to skate with these characters, you’ll […]
Santa Drive Thru
Go see Santa on December 20th from 11:30-3pm! [sc name=”subscribe-link” ] This is an opportunity to snag your pic with the big guy & share your list from a safe distance. $5 minimum donation per car with all proceeds going to local Ronald McDonald House Chapter. Your professional pictures will be sent to you […]
Ugly Sweater Skate Night at Chicken N Pickle
Head on over to Chicken N Pickle for an opportunity to ice skate and show off your ugliest Holiday sweater! Friday, December 18, 2020 join Chicken N Pickle, DJ Bearfoot, and other ugly sweater enthusiasts for a night of skating and prizes. All skaters who wear holiday sweaters will receive a spin on Chicken N […]
Nights Before Christmas Hutchinson Light Display
December 12-19 go for a drive and experience Christmas lights in Hutchinson! This year you can experience the Nights Before Christmas light display from the warmth and comfort of your car. Drive along the outside of the Hutchinson Zoo and see the light displays put on by several non-profit groups and the light displays from […]
Happy Hoofidays at Tanganyika
The Holidays are all about spending time with friends, family, and… animals!! Happy Hoofidays with Tanganyika is sure to be an fun and safe way to celebrate the holidays. Tanganyika has fun activities planned: Animals Up-Close Petting Zoo Games Holiday Crafts Cookie Decorating Family Photos with Santa and The Grinch Meet & Greet with Tanganyika […]
Pictures with Santa and Ugly Sweater Contest
Saturday, December 12 head over to Indian Motorcycles of Wichita for an opportunity to take pictures with Santa and participate in an ugly sweater contest. Starting at 10:00 am they will host an adult ugly Christmas sweater contest. Entries will be taken until 5:00 pm and the winner will be announced via Facebook on Monday, […]
Drive Thru Christmas and Scavenger Hunt
Although some of our normal traditions might not happen this year, there are so many ways to have fun and stay safe! Sunday, December 20, 2020 Gracepoint Church on West Central will be hosting a Drive Thru Christmas and Scavenger Hunt. [sc name=”subscribe-link” ] Drive through the Church’s parking lot from 3-5pm to see Santa, […]
Breakfast with Santa at Stearman Field Bar & Grill
Saturday, December 19, Santa Claus is coming to town… to have breakfast with you! Enjoy breakfast with Santa at Stearman Field Bar & Grill on December 19, 2020. [sc name=”subscribe-link” ] They will have a buffet style breakfast with special stations such as prime rib and ham carving, kid favorites, and custom omelets. Adult buffet […]
Chick fil A Derby Week of Giving
You’re not going to want to miss these deals at the Derby Chick fil A. December 7- 12 the Chick fil A in Derby Marketplace is starting the Holiday season off with a week full of deals. Week of giving at Chick fil A: Monday, December 7– Show your school staff ID and receive a […]
Free Tickets to Botanica’s Illuminations
This December, you can get FREE tickets to Botanica’s spectacular holiday light show, Illuminations. Reddi Industries, the Child Advocacy Center of Sedgwick County (CACSC), and Botanica have partnered up to make this holiday season extra special. [sc name=”subscribe-link” ] They are collecting toys and snacks for the Child Advocacy Center of Sedgwick County. The CAC […]
Free coffee for front-line responders at Starbucks in December
Starbucks is brimming with gratitude for our front-line responders all around the country. There’s really no way of thanking our first responders and hospital workers for their work and sacrifice, but we can all try in our own way. For their part, Starbucks is offering a FREE tall brewed coffee (hot or iced) to any customer who identifies […]
Mulvane Elf Hunt
Santa needs your kiddos help this year! From November 28- December 21st your kids can collect stamps from local businesses where Santa’s elves are. Once you have collected all the stamps you can find and completed the Elf hunt worksheet turn it in to Mulvane Chamber office to be entered to win a 9ft stocking […]
Winfield Lighted Christmas Parade
Bring the family to downtown Winfield on Saturday, December 12th to watch a lighted Christmas parade! There will be beautifully lit floats travelling down Main Street in Winfield. This year’s theme is “Home for the Holidays.” [sc name=”double-check-reminder” ] The parade will go from 17th Avenue to 10th Avenue on Main Street. Remember to bring […]
Drive-Thru Christmas
Pile your family in the car for a night of treats and holiday lights! On December 12, enjoy a drive-thru Christmas in Derby, KS hosted by the Derby Firefighters. [sc name=”double-check-reminder” ] The drive-thru will be available from 6 pm to 8 pm. They will hand out treats and a map of the Holiday Lights […]
Wreath Festival at Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum
37th Annual Wreath Festival A Wichita tradition, the Wreath Festival at the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum features holiday decorations and gift items, delicious packaged fresh baked items and festive music in the Historical Museum (the original Wichita City Hall building) fully dressed for the holidays. During the event the Museum Gift Shop will be expanded […]
Virtual winter dance celebration at Friends University
Friends University will present a virtual Winter Dance Celebration, a Friends University dance performance to usher in the holiday season. Friends University Fine Arts has been hard at work on a line-up of new productions, shows and events. They chose to see the current restrictions on in-person events as an opportunity to do the arts […]
Half price admission to the Sedgwick County Zoo for the rest of the year!
Well this is a big deal! The Sedgwick County Zoo is feeling festive, so they’re offering HALF PRICE ADMISSION between Monday, December 23, 2019 and January 3, 2020! Regular admission to the zoo for adults is $15.95 and for kids ages 3-11 it’s $11.95. Winter Wednesdays is still a steal at $3, but if you […]
Santa’s Water Workshop at the South Y
For kids ages 4-13! You don’t want to miss the opportunity to swim with elves, play reindeer games, do fun arts and crafts, and enjoy hot chocolate and prizes. The Wichita South YMCA will be host to Santa’s Water Workshop on Sunday afternoon, December 22, from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. The member price for […]
1/2 Price Ice Cream Cakes at the Maize, Goddard & West Maple Dairy Queen Locations
Yum! Half price Dairy Queen ice cream cakes is back for the holidays! Three local Dairy Queen locations have teamed up with Catholic Charities again this year to fill Our Daily Bread Food Pantry. Bring in two nonperishable items and get an ice cream cake 1/2 off! The donated items can be food, toiletries, or […]
Photos with Santa and his Reindeer at Kookaburra Coffee
Get ready for a magical evening at Kookaburra Coffee! Santa and his reindeer will be there as well as live music! Have your kids (or you for that matter) ever wanted to meet Santa AND his reindeer?! Well, now’s your chance!Kookaburra Coffee will have LIVE reindeer on Friday, December 20, from 6 to 8 p.m. […]