Home Depot Free Kids Workshops 2026
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 […]
Free Admission to Old Cowtown Museum on Sundays 2026
Yes! Free Sundays at Cowtown is back, or they ask you to pay what you can give. Thanks to a generous donation by Colby Sandlian, everyone gets FREE ADMISSION to Cowtown on Sundays from April through October. There are some exclusions, such as when the Museum is closed and for certain special events, they’ll be […]
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. […]
Best Playgrounds and Parks for kids in and around Wichita
I learned my lesson early one July morning when I took my toddler to the zoo. All she did was pick up pretty rocks on the ground! I realized she didn’t care (yet) that there was a giraffe standing a few feet away.After that experience, I began thinking about her perspective rather than my own […]
Free Things to do in Wichita, Kansas
Free events, free activities, and free things to do in Wichita, KS. What is there to do in Wichita, KS for free? Wichita is known for being an affordable place to live with great quality of life for residents. And it’s true – some of the best things to do in Wichita are completely free! Over […]
Krispy Kreme St Patricks Day Deal: FREE Green Doughnut 2026
Krispy Kreme is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with a fun freebie this year. On March 16 and 17, 2026, customers can get a free green Original Glazed doughnut when they wear something green into a Krispy Kreme shop. It’s a simple way to celebrate the holiday, just show up wearing green and enjoy the festive […]
Chicken N Pickle Spring Break: $2 Kids Meals
Are you looking for a great deal this Spring Break in Wichita? We’ve got you covered! Head over to Chicken N Pickle Wichita. They’re offering $2 kids’ meals from March 16–18, 2026. This is a huge deal since their kids’ meals are usually $7.49. That’s a $5.49 savings! And trust me, these meals aren’t small; […]
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. What is City Crew in Wichita? It’s a program for kids to connect with their community and learn more about city services. Managed by the City of Wichita, this program offers free activities, events, behind-the-scenes tours, […]
Kansas Grown Farmers Market: Outdoor Market in Wichita
The Kansas Grown Farmers Market is the market at 21st and Ridge and the Andover market. The West Side Farmers Market in Wichita and the Andover Farmers Market both have dozens of Kansas Grown vendors that you can stroll through. You can also expect live music, food trucks, and more. When is the Kansas-Grown Farmers […]
Tot Tuesdays at the Sedgwick County Zoo
Tot Tuesdays at the Sedgwick County Zoo are back, and if you have little ones ages 3 to 5, this is one of the best free activities for families in Wichita. As a Wichita mom of two girls, I’m always looking for something hands-on, fun, and educational that doesn’t cost a fortune, and Tot Tuesdays […]
Lowe’s Kids Free Workshops 2026
Lowes offers a free kids’ workshop on one Saturday a month. In these workshops, kids participate in a hands-on building project, which is a great way to spend time together, learn to build, and boost creativity. To attend Lowe’s free kids’ workshops, register in advance to reserve your spot. If you forget to sign up, […]
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 […]
Free Naturally Crafty Program at Great Plains Nature Center
Looking for something free and educational for the kids to do? The Great Plains Nature Center offers kids a FREE nature-based craft activity on Tuesday mornings from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Naturalists at the Great Plains Nature Center have designed activities that combine learning and crafting. The free craft time is primarily geared toward elementary […]
Kansas Day Celebration at Wichita-Sedgwick Historical Museum
Happy birthday, Kansas! The Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum is hosting a FREE event for Kansas Day 2026. Over the past several years, it has become a tradition at the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum to celebrate Kansas statehood with live performances of song and verse, harkening back to Kansas’s cowboy years. Kansas joined the Union in […]
Wendy’s Free Nuggets Every Wednesday 2026
Let us help you score FREE chicken nuggets every Wednesday at Wendy’s! That’s right, you can get free 6-piece nuggets every week if you want. Don’t miss out on this delicious deal! Wendy’s chicken nuggets have a devoted fan base, and to celebrate nugget lovers nationwide, Wendy’s is offering a special deal every Wednesday. Wendy’s […]
Winter Break Activites in Wichita
The holidays sure can put a dent in your wallet, but don’t let that ruin your Christmas break fun! There are lots of free and cheap things to do during winter break in Wichita that will keep you and the kids from getting bored! These are a few of our favorites, but feel free to […]
Merry & Bright: Wichita Mayor’s Tree Lighting at Union Station
The Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting will be at Union Station 2025, 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 Station’s Merry & Bright event and Christmas tree lighting has become one of my […]
Kansas Aviation Museum: Little Aviators
Wichita has a museum that’s particularly fitting for The Air Capital of the World, and one highlight offered by the Kansas Aviation Museum is their weekly kids’ program, where children can enjoy FREE admission. Keep reading for all the details! The Kansas Aviation Museum, in Wichita, Kansas, is an excellent destination for people of all […]
Food Distribution and Mobile Food Pantry in Wichita
The Salvation Army has a mobile food pantry and other resources that will provide food to those in need in Wichita. Despite the dedicated efforts of partner pantries to address these challenges, many individuals, including those facing difficulties securing nourishment for their families, continue to experience hardship. In response, organizations, businesses, and volunteers have initiated […]
Wichita Trick or Treat and Fall Fun Events for Halloween 2025
Happy Halloween! Here’s our big list of Trunk-or-Treat events and Trick-or-Treating around Wichita 2025 is ongoing. As always, we have the ultimate list of Halloween events for kids in Wichita for your Halloween fun! Below, we have compiled great family-friendly Halloween and fall fun places to take your family this October that the kids will […]
Free Halloween Displays to visit & Spooky Light Shows in Wichita
When I think of Halloween displays in Wichita, I first think of the College Hill neighborhood. It has been a family favorite for years and is known for being one of the best neighborhoods for Halloween decor. All over the neighborhood, houses take Halloween decorating to the extreme. The community spirit is strong, with many […]
Sunflower Showdown: Free Watch Party at Naftzger Park
Sunflower Showdown Watch Party at Naftzger Park. It’s time for one of the biggest rivalries in Kansas — the Sunflower Showdown! Festive ICT is bringing all the game-day energy to downtown Wichita with a KU vs. K-State Football Watch Party at Naftzger Park on Saturday, October 25. Wichitans can cheer on their team in style […]
Howl-O-Ween Party at Linwood Rec Center
If you’re looking for a fun and free way for the kids to celebrate Halloween, the Linwood Rec Center Howl-O-Ween Party is back this year, and it’s going to be all treats and no tricks! Kids can enjoy carnival games, snag plenty of Halloween candy, and brave the spooky haunted room. Costumes are encouraged (please […]
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 takes place on October […]
Derby’s Third Thursday Free Event: Music, Art, Food Trucks
Have you heard about Derby’s Third Thursday? It’s a fantastic FREE event with live music, artist exhibits, adult beverages, food trucks, and more! Third Thursday in Derby, Kansas, happens in the Spring and Fall. Hop in your car, take Rock Road and head South, and you will run right into Derby. Derby is only about […]