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Steampunk Day – Take 2 on Saturday, September 7

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Did you miss the Steampunk weekend in May? Or love it so much you want to do it again? You can! It's Old West meets science fiction at Old Cowtown's Steampunk Day - Take 2 on Saturday, September 7, 2019. Victorian-inspired science … [Read more...] about Steampunk Day – Take 2 on Saturday, September 7

Splash parks, fountains, and water playgrounds in Wichita

Cool off this summer at the interactive fountains (aka water playgrounds, aka splash parks) in Wichita. Our family has visited several of these water playgrounds over the past few summers. They're perfect for a fun, spontaneous (and FREE) … [Read more...] about Splash parks, fountains, and water playgrounds in Wichita

$6 grill tank refills at Wayman Oil (No limit.)

Here's one of the best deals of summer, and it's back just in time for all your summer barbecues and cookouts. Do your summer weekend grilling on the cheap with $6 propane refills from Wayman Oil. Our family loves this deal -- it saves … [Read more...] about $6 grill tank refills at Wayman Oil (No limit.)

Walk with the Wichita Mayor: Walk-a-Longwell

Take a walk with the mayor and get some exercise while you share ideas about Wichita! Our mayor, Jeff Longwell, is promoting exercise and a healthy lifestyle through an initiative called “Walk-A-Longwell.” The one-hour monthly … [Read more...] about Walk with the Wichita Mayor: Walk-a-Longwell

FREE Swimming Days at Wichita Pools

I remember when I first heard about Wichita's FREE swimming days! They have them for each of the city's pools throughout the summer. Can you believe that? Also see: Where to Swim in Wichita Although City of Wichita Pools are … [Read more...] about FREE Swimming Days at Wichita Pools

Blue Star Museums: Free Admission for Military Members and Their Families

This Memorial Day, the Blue Star Museums program opens again for the summer. Blue Star Museums offers free admission to more than 2000 museums across America for active-duty military personnel and their families, including National Guard … [Read more...] about Blue Star Museums: Free Admission for Military Members and Their Families

Free Flags from Ace Hardware for Memorial Day

Ace Hardware pledges to give away 1 million 8" x 12" American flags this Saturday, May 25, 2019 to celebrate Memorial Day. According to the press release: In the true spirit of Memorial Day, Ace Hardware is collaborating with the … [Read more...] about Free Flags from Ace Hardware for Memorial Day

FREE admission to Georgia O’Keeffe exhibit

The Wichita Art Museum has a special exhibit right now from the Brooklyn Museum on Georgia O'Keeffe. The regular price for viewing this special exhibition is $20 for adults, but in May the Museum is offering a FREE admission day to Georgia … [Read more...] about FREE admission to Georgia O’Keeffe exhibit

Memorial Day weekend events and deals

Memorial Day is when we recognize those who have given their lives in service to our country. Wichita has a number of recognition services happening on Monday; we've listed the ones we know of here. Memorial Day is also the unofficial … [Read more...] about Memorial Day weekend events and deals

Botanica’s Take Flight & Butterfly Festival

This will be Botanica's big summer family event. Formerly known as the Butterfly Festival, because it's when Botanica's Butterfly House officially opens, this event will celebrate all things "flight." The Take Flight Festival is on … [Read more...] about Botanica’s Take Flight & Butterfly Festival

Free Outdoor Movie Night Series at Exploration Place

Gather your blankets, lawn chairs and family and friends for a fun free outdoor movie night at Exploration Place. During the month of May, Exploration Place will be hosting a series of classic films projected on the building's wall-near … [Read more...] about Free Outdoor Movie Night Series at Exploration Place

Kansas Aviation Museum Play on a Plane

Play on a Plane is the Kansas Aviation Museum's once-a-year family event when they open up several planes on the ramp and let you look inside, or even walk inside them! Museum docents will be there to answer any questions you may have. … [Read more...] about Kansas Aviation Museum Play on a Plane

Sunday Yoga at Chicken N Pickle

Enjoy a relaxing morning of yoga on Sundays at Chicken N Pickle. Join local yoga instructors on the Lawn of Chicken N Pickle for an hour long class. A limited number of mats are available so bring your own if possible. This is a free … [Read more...] about Sunday Yoga at Chicken N Pickle

Food Trucks at the Fountain

Wichita food trucks serve up great food and great entertainment when they get together for Food Trucks at the Fountain. Along with a gathering of Wichita food trucks like The Flying Stove, LumpiaPalooza, The Brown Box Bakery, Hot 2 Trot … [Read more...] about Food Trucks at the Fountain

Free Family Artventure at the Wichita Art Museum

You probably already know that admission to the Wichita Art Museum is free on Saturdays, but did you know that on the fourth Saturday of most months, the museum also hosts a free family art activity? They call it Family Artventure. You … [Read more...] about Free Family Artventure at the Wichita Art Museum