Football in the Park: Naftzger Park in Wichita
Naftzger Park in downtown Wichita is the ultimate destination for Kansas City Chiefs fans looking to catch the excitement of every game. Football at The park broadcasts each Chiefs game on the Naftzer Park big screen perfect for cheering on the team with fellow fans. Bring your blankets and chairs to settle in for a […]
FREE Books from Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
Dolly Parton’s children’s book donation program, Imagination Library, has now expanded to allow EVERY child under age 5 in the state to be eligible! This expansion is possible through increased funding provided to the Kansas Children’s Cabinet and Trust Fund and the Kansas Legislature. The funds supplement local and regional resources to ensure equitable opportunity […]
Ice Skating at Chicken N Pickle
Chicken N Pickle ice skating rink in Wichita is now Open! Grab your skates (or rent them there) and take a few turns around the pond. Don’t forget to bundle up with a warm coat, thick socks, and gloves! The Igloos are back! Two cozy igloos near the ice rink provide the perfect spot to […]
Winter Wednesdays at the Sedgwick County Zoo: $5 Admission
Winter Wednesdays at the Sedgwick County Zoo is back for 2024, when admission is just $5 for everyone! Take advantage of the beautiful weather we sometimes have during the winter months, or just bundle up well and enjoy your zoo discount! Sedgwick County Zoo is one of the most popular attractions in Wichita, but it […]
Christmas Pop-up Bars and Holiday Igloos in Wichita 2024
Have you checked out a pop-up bar or Igloo in Wichita this holiday season? There are many new options to help you get into a festive mood this Christmas. Pop-up bars and holiday igloos often provide a unique and festive experience that contributes to their popularity. During holidays, these venues often embrace festive decorations, lighting, […]
Winter Wonderland Event at Naftzger Park: Free Event
Winter Wonderland at Naftzger Park is a FREE event courtesy of Wichita Park & Recreation. It is the best FREE event with s’mores, Santa, hot cocoa, holiday lights, and more. This event is crafted to spread holiday joy throughout the community. Wander through the park while enjoying the brilliant lights and whimsical decorations. Immerse yourself […]
Cookie Decorating Party at Exploration Place
Exploration Place cookie decorating party is a DEAL this holiday. For a flat rate, you can bring your whole family to decorate cookies and take them home for Santa, meet Santa, tell Santa you wishes, take pictures, and enjoy other Holiday activities. It’s a festive experience for everyone! Celebrate this holiday season by ditching the […]
Bradley Fair Tree Lighting & Holiday Stroll
Join in the fun at the festive events at Bradley Fair this holiday season in Wichita. Bradley Fair’s annual Christmas tree lighting 2024 looks like it will be a fun family event packed with activities, followed by four Sundays in December of the popular Bradley Fair Holiday Stroll. Bradley Fair Holiday Stroll on Sundays with […]
“Evolve” with the City of Wichita’s Activities Guide this Season
Do you want to find a hobby, pick up another career skill, improve your fitness or help your kids learn something new? Maybe you’d like to make some friends who share your interests? The City of Wichita’s Evolve activities guide is your answer! Hard copies of the activity guide are available at CityArts, City Hall, […]
Christmas Tree Farms near Wichita 2024
There are many places you can buy a live Christmas tree, but if you want the full traditional Christmas tree experience, you won’t want to pick it up at a store lot. Check out our list of the best Christmas Tree Farms in and around Wichita. Take a page out of Clark Griswold’s book and build […]
Kansas Day Event at Great Plains Nature Center
Celebrate Kansas Day at the Great Plains Nature Center. They are hosting an event that is FREE to attend! My daughter and I attended last year and really enjoyed this indoor event. We still have the birdhouse they gave out for FREE. Great Plains Nature Center will host a fun day to celebrate Kansas Day […]
Village Christmas: Tree lighting and holiday fun in Haysville KS
Haysville, KS will kick off the holiday season with Village Christmas – a festive event that includes a tree lighting, photos with Santa, warm food, fun activities, live music, a vendor market, and more. Village Christmas is scheduled for December 7, and the festivities begin at 4:30 p.m. with a soup & chili feed ($9) […]
Ballet of Wichita Presents The Nutcracker at Century II
This December, Ballet Wichita will host another production of the Nutcracker. Embark on a captivating journey into a spellbinding realm inhabited by animated dancing dolls, playful mice engaging in daring tangos, and snowflakes that sparkle like a million stars. Brace yourself for the holiday season’s most eagerly anticipated event – the Nutcracker Ballet! Guided by […]
City Crew Kids Club in Wichita is FREE: Free Events & More
Have you heard? City Crew (formerly known as Barry’s Crew) is a completely FREE program for kids to join. The City Crew, Barry the Bison, Beatrice, Sgt. Justice, Sparky, and Webster are looking forward to seeing you at awesome events around Wichita! Crew Members get invited to community sporting events, Dave and Buster’s, pool parties, […]
Holiday Activites & Traditions that are Free & Cheap in Wichita
We have compiled a list of holiday activities you can do for free or cheap in Wichita. If you are looking for things to do in Wichita this holiday we got you covered. These Christmas activities are doable on a budget and can potentially become a holiday tradition for you and your family. Christmas time […]
Where to Volunteer in Wichita
Looking to volunteer in Wichita. Consider giving the gift of time instead of offering a financial gift. We have come up with places to Volunteer in Wichita and their perks. Not only does volunteering help your community, but you gain a sense of purpose in helping other people. If you are in a position to […]
New Year’s activities and things to do for NYE in Wichita 2025
Happy (almost) 2025, Wichita! Come and ring in the new year, ICT style! Our city has loads to offer when it comes to NYE celebrations, events, and just really fun locations to toast to 2025. Below we have listed out events, locations, and even some fun local hot spots we suggest for you. We’ve put the […]
Tanganyika Black Friday Deal
Imagine a world-class, all-inclusive wildlife resort where you don’t have to hop on a plane or drive across the country to give your family an unforgettable experience with animals from around the globe. In 2025, Tanganyika Wildlife Park will be reopening with an immersive, all-inclusive format that will change how you think about family adventures—right […]
Wichita Mayor’s Tree Lighting at Union Station Wichita
The Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting will be at Union Station 2024, and it’s called Merry & Bright. This is a completely FREE event in Wichita, and there will be lots of holiday activities to get you into the Holiday Spirit! Union Stations Merry & Bright event and Christmas tree lighting has become one of my […]
Wichita Sports Forum Fall Festival
The Wichita Sports Forum is hosting a Fall Festival this year, and it promises to be a fantastic experience for the whole family! This year’s event encourages everyone to dress up in their Halloween costumes for an added layer of festive fun, with exciting prizes available for the best-dressed attendees. With around 70 diverse vendors […]
Halloween Events in Wichita 2024
We have the ultimate list for you of Wichita Halloween events, parties, movies, costume contests, spooky strolls, and more. (Kids get their own page full of trick-or-treat fun and Halloween events for kids!) Whether you’re looking for a thrillingly fun time or more of a chillingly spooky night out with the adults, we have something […]
Wicked Island at OJ Watson Park
Wicked Island, the haunted attraction at Watson Park. It’s back every Friday and Saturday in October for another wicked season! Enter the Island if you dare…you’ll find spooky scenes, ghosts, ghouls and more! Look forward to an ever-changing treacherous. Walk through a wooded island where nightmares become a reality. Plan ahead and purchase tickets […]
Wichita Trick or Treat and Fall Fun Events for Halloween 2024
Here it is! Our big list of Trick-or-Treats and Trunk-or-Treat near Wichita 2024 is in progress. As always, we have the ultimate list of Halloween events for kids in Wichita for your Halloween fun! Leave the tricks at home, you’re in for a treat! Below we have compiled great family-friendly Halloween and fall places to […]
Laser Halloween Show at Exploration Place
Join Exploration Place for a Laser Halloween Show that will electrify the night in their giant-screen dome theater. Get ready for iconic tunes, mesmerizing visuals, and beams of light that’ll have you howling with excitement! Watch as lasers pulse to the beats of Halloween favorites like Beetlejuice, Ghostbusters, Thriller, Monster Mash, and more. Don’t miss […]
Halloween Family Fun Night at El Dorado Lake
The Friends of El Dorado Lake are a friendly bunch! I met them one summer when my family and I spent the day at the lake, and they told me about their big family Halloween shindig coming up. A Halloween party at the lake sounds like so much fun, doesn’t it? This year’s Halloween Family […]