Santa’s arrival at the mall
Well this is an annual tradition that stretches way back to your parents’ childhoods: Santa is arriving at the mall! And wow is it going to be a big to-do. This is going to be at Towne East Square Mall at Douglas and Rock Road in Wichita. On Friday, December 3 at 6 p.m., meet at […]
Story Time with Santa
Snuggle up and get ready for Christmas with Story Time with Santa. Santa will be reading a story on December 22, 2020 for anyone to watch online! The story will begin at 6 p.m. and last about 30 minutes. Santa will be reading ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. Comment on the Facebook event for a […]
Skate with Buddy the Elf and the Grinch at the Wichita Ice Center
Buddy the Elf? I know him! I know him!! The Wichita Ice Center is going to be hosting a fun day this December for Wichita kids to skate with Buddy the Elf and the Grinch. Also see: Where to See Santa Claus in Wichita In addition to being able to skate with these characters, you’ll […]
Santa Drive Thru
Go see Santa on December 20th from 11:30-3pm! This is an opportunity to snag your pic with the big guy & share your list from a safe distance. $5 minimum donation per car with all proceeds going to local Ronald McDonald House Chapter. Your professional pictures will be sent to you by December 22. […]
Nights Before Christmas Hutchinson Light Display
December 12-19 go for a drive and experience Christmas lights in Hutchinson! This year you can experience the Nights Before Christmas light display from the warmth and comfort of your car. Drive along the outside of the Hutchinson Zoo and see the light displays put on by several non-profit groups and the light displays from […]
Happy Hoofidays at Tanganyika
The Holidays are all about spending time with friends, family, and… animals!! Happy Hoofidays with Tanganyika is sure to be an fun and safe way to celebrate the holidays. Tanganyika has fun activities planned: Animals Up-Close Petting Zoo Games Holiday Crafts Cookie Decorating Family Photos with Santa and The Grinch Meet & Greet with Tanganyika […]
Pictures with Santa and Ugly Sweater Contest
Saturday, December 12 head over to Indian Motorcycles of Wichita for an opportunity to take pictures with Santa and participate in an ugly sweater contest. Starting at 10:00 am they will host an adult ugly Christmas sweater contest. Entries will be taken until 5:00 pm and the winner will be announced via Facebook on Monday, […]
Drive Thru Christmas and Scavenger Hunt
Although some of our normal traditions might not happen this year, there are so many ways to have fun and stay safe! Sunday, December 20, 2020 Gracepoint Church on West Central will be hosting a Drive Thru Christmas and Scavenger Hunt. Drive through the Church’s parking lot from 3-5pm to see Santa, real reindeer, grab […]
Santa’s Water Workshop at the South Y
For kids ages 4-13! You don’t want to miss the opportunity to swim with elves, play reindeer games, do fun arts and crafts, and enjoy hot chocolate and prizes. The Wichita South YMCA will be host to Santa’s Water Workshop on Sunday afternoon, December 22, from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. The member price for […]
Photos with Santa and his Reindeer at Kookaburra Coffee
Get ready for a magical evening at Kookaburra Coffee! Santa and his reindeer will be there as well as live music! Have your kids (or you for that matter) ever wanted to meet Santa AND his reindeer?! Well, now’s your chance!Kookaburra Coffee will have LIVE reindeer on Friday, December 20, from 6 to 8 p.m. […]
Ride the Q with Santa!
Wichita’s Q-line Trolley is always free and Santa, being the frugal type, heard about it and made plans to ride this weekend. Wichita Transit announced that it has received word that Santa and other special guests from the North Pole will be riding on Friday and Saturday, December 20 and 21! He’s expected to board […]
Free: Cookies with Santa at the South Y
Join others at Wichita’s South YMCA for this FREE community event. Bring the kiddos to the South Y on December 23 to meet Santa in the main lobby. Related: Where to See Santa in Wichita Winter Break Fun in Wichita Plus, the whole family will enjoy: Crafts Hot cocoa Photo opp Cookies and other sweet […]
Christmas at BrightWater Bay
Get ready for a fun-filled holiday evening celebration at BrightWater Bay. The event will include lots of fun activities to get you in the Christmas spirit. There will be horse and carriage rides, a gingerbread house decorating contest, photos with Santa, face painting, Christmas carolers, treats, and more! Espresso Self will be in attendance serving […]
Free Photos with Santa at Kansas Secured Title Sedgwick County
Now is the time to get your wish list in to Santa and get free photos and prints at Kansas Secured Title Sedgwick County! Toya Martinez, Realtor at Keller Williams, is hosting this free event. The event is free and open to the public. All ages are welcome! Come and enjoy free hot chocolate and […]
Rose Hill Hometown Christmas
Hometown Christmas in Rose Hill, KS is held the 2nd Saturday of each December. Experience old-fashioned family fun at this holiday event with activities for all ages all around town! All activities are FREE except for meals or unless otherwise noted. There is going to be so much to do, including pictures with Santa, a […]
Free Pet Photos with Santa at Oakcrest Pet Hospital
Get your family photos taken with your pet and Santa for free at Oakcrest Pet Hospital! Bring your family, friends and pets this Friday, December 13 from 5-8 p.m. to get free photos with Santa compliments of JJs Imagery. While you are there, enjoy delicious complimentary holiday snacks and beverages. Everyone is welcome. You do […]
Pet photos with Santa for $9.95 donation at Petco
This December, make a contribution to animal welfare in our city by getting a photo of you and your pet with Santa. The Petco Foundation will be offering pet photos with Santa at its Wichita stores for a $9.95 donation, which will benefit local animal organizations. This will be a great opportunity to include your […]
Breakfast with Santa at both Chick-fil-A West Locations
Santa is coming! Join Chick-fil-A for their 8th annual Breakfast with Santa event at both West Wichita Chick-fil-A locations: Maple & Ridge and 21st & Maize. Bring your kiddos to get traditional pictures with Santa. You can even get in the picture too instead of taking it, because there will be a professional photographer on […]
City of Goddard Christmas Tree Lighting
The annual Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting and festivities in Goddard will be held this Saturday! In conjunction with the Christmas Tree Lighting, the city of Goddard will be unveiling their new public library renovations. These events will take place on Saturday, December 7 from 5-8 p.m. There will be a a variety of activities including […]
Holidays in Delano
Get a jump on your holiday shopping at the annual Holidays In Delano event on November 23. You’ll be able to score some discounts by donating to help folks in need and have great holiday fun all at the same time. Bring the the kids or spend some quality time with your shopping buddies! Here’s […]
Wichita Children’s Theatre Once Upon a Time Series: The Gingerbread Man
Get in the holiday spirit with pizza and a show! The Wichita Children’s Theatre and Dance Center is continuing the Once Upon a Time Series with the beloved and ever popular Gingerbread Man by KMR Scripts. After the Saturday shows, Santa will appear and greet the children following the performance! There will also be […]
$5 Breakfast with Santa at Maize Rec (Register by Nov. 25)
Register by November 25 for Breakfast with Santa at Maize Recreation Center on Saturday, December 7, 2019. All ages are welcome. They’ll be serving biscuits & gravy, scrambled eggs, sausage links, coffee, water, & juice. The event is from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Breakfast with Santa price is only $5 per person, or $3 […]
A Night with Santa (FREE)
Enjoy a fun and free evening out with the family for the annual A Night with Santa in downtown Wichita. Wichita Park & Recreation will host the annual Night with Santa event on Thursday, December 5, 2019, from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at Century II. This free holiday event is for children 12 and under […]
FREE 2nd Annual Cookies with Santa event
Storytime Village is sponsoring its 2nd annual Cookies with Santa at McAdams Park Recreation Center. This is a free event for the whole family. There will be lots of activities including a cookie decorating station and a hot cocoa station. There will also be live Christmas music and Christmas crafts. Santa will be there too […]
Milk and Cookies with Santa at All Star Adventures
Enjoy milk and cookies with Santa at All Star Adventures! All Star Adventures on Webb Road, is hosting a fun family Christmas event. For $10 (plus tax) per child, the kids will get a picture with Santa, a gift from Santa’s Workshop, plus 60 Arcade Tokens, and milk and cookies! There will also be arts […]