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. … [Read more...] about Free Family Artventure at the Wichita Art Museum
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Splash parks in and around Wichita
Cool off this summer at one the interactive fountains (aka water playgrounds, aka splash parks) in Wichita. Now you can easily find a splash pad near you with our new interactive map of Wichita-area splash parks and spray grounds! Our … [Read more...] about Splash parks in and around Wichita
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 City of Wichita Pools have been undergoing … [Read more...] about FREE Swimming Days at Wichita Pools
Where you can swim in Wichita this Summer
Beat the summer heat with these local Wichita area swimming pools, water parks, and lakes. Dive right in to summer fun with our big list of pools, beaches, and water parks in the Wichita area! Also, be sure to check out our list of FREE … [Read more...] about Where you can swim in Wichita this Summer
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. ***Note: The Food Trucks at the Fountain event for October 2021 has been canceled.*** Along with a gathering of … [Read more...] about Food Trucks at the Fountain
Splash Aqua Park ICT
You've probably heard of the brand new Splash Aqua Park that opened last summer in Wichita, Kansas. It's a totally new summer entertainment option for our city, and should help keep the kids busy all summer long. The new water park in … [Read more...] about Splash Aqua Park ICT
Memorial Day weekend Wichita: food, fun, and deals
Memorial Weekend is the unofficial start of summer, and we’re ready to ring in the summer with you! This Memorial Day, let’s remember those who have served our country and the reason we celebrate in the first place. Let's remember those who … [Read more...] about Memorial Day weekend Wichita: food, fun, and deals
$6 grill tank refills at Wayman Oil (No limit.)
Here's one of the best deals of summer. Do your summer weekend grilling on the cheap with $6 propane refills from Wayman Oil several times this season. Don’t want to miss out on all the free deals? We don’t want you to either. Join our … [Read more...] about $6 grill tank refills at Wayman Oil (No limit.)
Free Flags from Ace Hardware for Memorial Day
Ace Hardware pledges to give away 1 million 8" x 12" American flags this Saturday, May 29, 2021 to celebrate Memorial Day. Visit a participating Ace store on May 29th to receive a free 8” x 12” American flag.* A second flag will be … [Read more...] about Free Flags from Ace Hardware for Memorial Day
Blue Star Museums: Free Admission for Military Members and Their Families
This year, the Blue Star Museums program will open on Armed Forces Day, May 15, 2021! (It usually starts on Memorial Day.) Blue Star Museums offers free admission to more than 2000 museums across America for active-duty military personnel … [Read more...] about Blue Star Museums: Free Admission for Military Members and Their Families
Steampunk Days at Old Cowtown Museum in Wichita
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It's Old West meets science fiction at Old Cowtown's Steampunk weekend event, May 22 and 23, 2021. Victorian-inspired science fiction will take over the old cow town for the day. You'll see lots of costumes, zany inventions, and … [Read more...] about Steampunk Days at Old Cowtown Museum in Wichita
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. (Note: This event has been postponed. We don't know the new dates yet, but hopefully we'll hear about it in time to let you … [Read more...] about Free Outdoor Movie Night Series at Exploration Place
Tenth Street Orchard Vintage Market and You-Pick Strawberries
Tenth Street Orchard in Sterling, Kansas will host a vintage market this spring, complete with live music, food vendors, and strawberry picking for the whole family! The market will feature a selection of top vendors with a wide variety … [Read more...] about Tenth Street Orchard Vintage Market and You-Pick Strawberries
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 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
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
Kansas Road Trip: Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve
Here's a free family getaway you'll be remembering long after its done. If you live in Wichita or nearby, you have an easy drive to see and experience something rare and unique. This is also a really fun and educational day trip! At the … [Read more...] about Kansas Road Trip: Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve
Andy’s Frozen Custard Summer Kickoff: $1 sundae
Woo-hoo, it's here again! Celebrate the end of the school year with Andy's Frozen Custard summer kickoff special: $1 one-topping regular sundaes on May 25, 2018. Come join us on Friday, May 25th for $1, one-topping regular size … [Read more...] about Andy’s Frozen Custard Summer Kickoff: $1 sundae
Free concert: Not Your Parents Fest with Kill Vargas
Kill Vargas, a local Wichita band about to launch its west coast tour, is having a show at Abode Venue this Memorial weekend on Friday, May 25, 2018 starting at 6 p.m. Not Your Parents Fest, a free show open to all ages, will include a … [Read more...] about Free concert: Not Your Parents Fest with Kill Vargas
“Make it a Movie Night” promotion at Dillons
Get a coupon for a free Redbox movie when you purchase 3 Pepsi or Frito-Lay products at Dillons. What makes it an even better deal are the special Memorial Weekend prices with your Dillons Shopper Card. UPDATE: The deal worked for me … [Read more...] about “Make it a Movie Night” promotion at Dillons
Kansas Aviation Museum Local Appreciation Event
Come explore the past, present, and future of aviation at the Kansas Aviation Museum this Memorial Weekend, Thursday, May 27 through Monday, May 31st, 2010. The KAM Local Appreciation celebration will include discounted admission of only … [Read more...] about Kansas Aviation Museum Local Appreciation Event
