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 […]
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 […]
Hay, Hooves and Halloween at Old Cowtown
Bring the kids to Old Cowtown Museum on October 19 or 20, 2024 for Hay, Hooves and Halloween! They’ll get to enjoy a kid-friendly Halloween in a fun and safe environment, and you’ll get discounted admission of just $5 for all ages! Cowtown members and children 4 and younger will get in FREE. **Free Sunday […]
Candy Crawl at the Park in Wichita: Free Trick or Treating
The Candy Crawl at Planeview Park (which used to be at Clapp Park) is a family favorite. This free, family-friendly event encourages everyone to dress up, grab a candy bag or bucket, and visit park and recreation staff, local businesses, and organizations for candy and prizes. This FREE, family-friendly Halloween event is on October 18, 2024, […]
Free Movies at Capitol Federal Amphitheater
Is there anything better than relaxing and watching a movie? Yes! Relaxing and watching a movie outside at the CapFed Amphitheater in Andover for FREE! Bring your lawn chairs and some snacks, kick back, and relax! The 2024 outdoor movie series is back! Free Movies at Capital Federal Amphitheater 2024: In the past, food trucks […]
Free Outdoor Movies at Exploration Place Amphitheater
Exploration Place has a new amphitheater right outside its downtown Wichita location, near the iconic Keeper of the Plains. The best part is they are hosting a FREE Movie series called RiverFlix. The outdoor theater hosts the FREE films under the stars at the Wichita Foundation Amphitheater. This is the perfect way to spend quality […]
Wichita Asian Festival at Century II
The annual Wichita Asian Festival will be held on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at the Century II Convention Center. The festival celebrates the culture and customs of Asia with stage presentations, authentic food, and wares from about 15 different Asian countries. The Asian festival in Wichita attracts crowds in the neighborhood of 10,000 people, along […]
Cheap and Easy Games to Play at Home
Every family should have a game night every once in awhile. We have compiled some of our favorite easy games to play at home. Getting together as a family and playing games together teaches kids simple social skills like taking turns, following rules, teamwork, and being able to win or lose. It is also an […]
Free Things to do in Wichita in October
Happy October! We have compiled a FREE checklist of ideas and things to do in October in Wichita. With the crisp air and Fall Foliage, we are ready for Fall Events in Wichita. There’s so much to enjoy this fall, from Pumpkin Patches and Oktoberfests to Fall Bazaars and Holiday Markets. You won’t want to […]
Late Night at the Museum of World Treasures: Ticket Deal
The Museum of World Treasures is open late on the last Thursday of most months. From 5 to 7 p.m., the special evening hours are available for a special admission price of only $7 per person plus tax, so you can spend a couple of evening hours exploring all the displays at a discount! Regular admission to the […]
Oscar Mayer Wienermobile in Wichita
Visit the giant Hotdog on Wheels in person and take your picture with the Wienermobile in Wichita. The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile will visit Exploration Place on the entrance plaza on Friday, September 27, 2024. This event is FREE and open to the public. Have you seen the Wienerbmobie? Two years ago, I saw it in […]
Wichita Children’s Business Fair
Here’s your chance to support local child entrepreneurs. This is a one day Business Fair. These kids came up with a business idea, created a product or service, and built a marketing strategy. Now they will get the opportunity to sell their products to customers at this one-day marketplace. You can support these children as […]
Drone Light Festival at Exploration Place
The Drone Light Festival at Exploration Place will take place this Fall. The Drone Show in Wichita is a family favorite, but tickets to the Drone Festival tend to sell out every year. This event combines three incredible experiences into one. The festival offers breathtaking views of 300 synchronized drones, fully choreographed to music. You’ll […]
Fiesta Hispana Free Event at Exploration Place
Exploration Place will celebrate Hispanic heritage and culture with the annual Fiesta Hispana event on Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024. The festival includes an exciting day of traditional entertainment, regional Mexican cuisine, and family activities. Fiesta Hispana is free to attend but does not include admission to Exploration Place exhibits, Live Science Shows, or Dome Movies. […]
Labor Day weekend Events and Deals 2024
This Labor Day weekend in Wichita is a great one, with awesome weather forecast and plenty of fun, frugal (or FREE) things to do. Labor Day 2024 is on Monday, September 2. For many of us it’s a long weekend, so you might be looking for fun and inexpensive things to do for Labor Day. […]
Great Plains Nature Center: Free Events and Info
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. Chisholm […]
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 until November 24 on the Naftzer Park big screen perfect for cheering on the team with fellow fans. Check out the schedule we’ve posted below […]
Derby KS 4th of July Fireworks, Parade and Events
The City of Derby, Kansas has announced its plans for a fun 4th of July fireworks show and a day full of fun activities! Derby Fireworks in the Park Bring a blanket and lawn chair to enjoy this FREE family evening in High Park. The Fireworks in the Park event will be held on July […]