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May Day Baskets & Ideas

May Day is celebrated on May 1 every year, and it is one of those simple, sweet traditions that feels made for families. It is all about welcoming spring, spreading kindness, and surprising someone with a small gift. It is a fun excuse to get outside, do something creative with the kids, and brighten someone’s […]

Elderslie Farm Blossom Fest

If you are looking for a free, peaceful way to enjoy a spring morning near Wichita, Blossom Fest at Elderslie Farm is one of those hidden gems. It is simple, relaxed, and a great way to slow down and enjoy the season as everything starts to bloom. Blossom Fest is all about experiencing Elderslie Farm […]

Gilley’s in Park City, Kansas on a Budget

Gilley’s in Park City is a true one-stop entertainment spot, offering a mix of live music, a full bar, BBQ, gaming, sports viewing, an arcade, and more, all inside a massive venue just off the highway and only minutes from Wichita. With so much packed into one space, it’s easy to make a whole afternoon […]

Party in the 060: Haysville, Kansas Free Event

Party in the 060 is a FREE springtime festival at Riggs Park in Haysville filled with activities for all ages. This event is free and features a variety of great activities, including a petting zoo and a car show. Wichita to Haysville is just a short drive, making it the perfect quick trip when something […]

Playing Across the Park: Wichita Symphony Free Concert

Musicians from the Wichita Symphony have partnered with Wichita Park & Recreation to bring you a FREE, family-friendly, all-ages event called Playing Across the Parks, and everyone is welcome. Musicians will play on April 25, 2026. Enjoy beautiful music with the entire family while you relax outdoors. You will be mesmerized by the Symphony musicians […]

Wichita Engineering Expo for Kids: Free Event in Wichita

Looking for something educational, entertaining, and inexpensive to do with the kids? A FREE Engineering Expo will be held in Wichita with fun, hands-on activities and workshops this April. This annual Engineering Expo is presented by the Wichita section of the Society of Women Engineers to give kids an opportunity to learn how engineering relates to […]

Free Junior Golf Day Event at Tex Consolver

If you are looking for a fun and FREE Activity for Kids in Wichita, this is a great one to add to your calendar. Junior Golf Day is happening at Tex Consolver Golf Course, and it is all about getting kids excited about golf in a relaxed and fun environment. This free community event is […]

Grow Together Free Event at Great Plains Nature Center

The Grow Together event at Great Plains Nature Center is designed for children of all abilities and their families to discover local resources that support early learning and development. Open to all ages, this free event will include food, games, sensory activities, and more! Great Plains Nature Center Grow Together Event “This event is a […]

Mothers Day Tea Party in Wichita

Mother’s Day tea is a unique and special way to celebrate Mother’s Day in Wichita. Step into a storybook moment with your little ones at the Mother-Daughter Princess Tea Party, hosted by the beloved Happily Ever After Parties. This enchanting event is more than just tea and tiaras. It’s a full-fledged fairytale experience designed to […]

The Arcade in Downtown Wichita: Half Price Day & Deals

The Arcade in downtown Wichita is a nostalgic blast from the past, featuring classic video games and a laid-back atmosphere perfect for hanging out, playing, eating, and drinking. You pay one price and can stay all day and play as much as you want.  The Arcade is filled with games from 1980 and 1990. It […]

Best Patios in Wichita: Top 20 Best Outdoor Dining

Looking to enjoy a meal or drink under the Kansas sky on a patio in Wichita? There’s nothing better than sitting outside on a perfect night when it’s not too windy, chatting with your family or friends, and enjoying the outdoors. We have come up with a list of the best patios in Wichita. Top […]

Pizza Ranch: Half Price Games on Mondays in Wichita

Enjoy half-price games every Monday at Pizza Ranch! Head to the FunZone Arcade, where all your favorite games are 50% off. It’s the perfect way to start the week with fun and savings. Keep reading to find out what day Kids Eat FREE. Play the most exciting games and win sweet prizes at the Wichita […]

Home Depot Free Kids Workshops 2026

Home Depot Kids Free Workshops

Give your children a hands-on experience with Home Depot’s FREE in-store Kids Workshops. Every first Saturday of the month, from 9 a.m. to noon, Home Depot offers workshops for kids that include a kit with all materials needed to complete the project, totally free! This activity is a unique opportunity to spend quality time with […]

Eggsplore Easter Event and Egg Hunt in Andover, Kansas 2026

The City of Andover is hosting its annual Eggsplore: Andover Easter Egg Hunt, a fun, free event at Central Park in Andover, Kansas. Open to the public, this family-friendly celebration is a perfect way to welcome spring and enjoy the Easter season together. This is just one of many Easter Events near Wichita this year. […]

“Evolve” with the City of Wichita’s Activities Guide: Spring 2026

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, […]

Learing Through Art & Music Wichita: Free Class

Wichita Park & Recreation is partnering with Arts Partners Wichita to offer Learning Through Art & Music, a creative literacy program designed to help students strengthen reading skills through hands-on art and music activities. The program begins March 23, 2026, and will take place at three Wichita recreation centers. Best of all, the classes are […]

O.J. Watson Park in Wichita

OJ Watson Park is a fantastic place for families, teens, and anyone who wants to get outside and enjoy a lot of Outdoor Activities. This is the Wichita park with the yellow brick road! The park operates year-round, but the opening weekend, when all rides and special activities open for the season, takes place just before Wichita […]

Little Explorers Musuem of World Treasures

Little Explorers is a sweet, low-key way for Wichita Families with toddlers and preschoolers to enjoy the Museum of World Treasures without the crowds or overwhelm. This event is held on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month and is designed for children ages 2–5. This relaxed, play-based program takes place during a quieter […]

Late Night at the Museum of World Treasures: Ticket Deal

The Museum of World Treasures is open late on the last Friday of most months. From 5 to 7 p.m., the special evening hours are available at a discounted admission price of only $8 per person plus tax, so you can spend a couple of hours exploring all the displays! Regular admission to the Museum of World Treasures […]

Winter Wednesdays at the Sedgwick County Zoo: $5 Admission

dsdays at the Sedgwick County Zoo

Winter Wednesdays at the Sedgwick County Zoo are back, and admission is just $5 for everyone! Bundle up with coats and hats, or take advantage of the beautiful weather we sometimes have during the winter months and enjoy your Zoo Discount! The Sedgwick County Zoo is one of Wichita’s favorite Family Attractions, but regular admission […]

Wicked Island at OJ Watson Park

Wicked Island Wichita KS 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 online […]

Great Plains Nature Center: Free Events and Info

The 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, and no registration is needed! Great for homeschoolers, kiddos who aren’t quite in school yet, or anyone else available in the morning hours. The […]

Kansas Day Event at Great Plains Nature Center

Kansas Day 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 a previous Kansas Day celebration 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 […]

Lets Roll Bowling Deals

If you’re looking for fun, affordable Family Entertainment in the Wichita area, Let’s Roll is one of my favorite spots to recommend. With two locations, one on Seneca in Wichita and another in Derby, these Bowling Alleys offer lanes at prices that won’t blow your budget. They offer classic bowling fun, birthday party packages, leagues, […]

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 […]