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Citywide Neighborhood Garage Sales Wichita

Citywide Garage Sales near Wichita, KS

The most updated list! Here’s our list of 2025 Wichita-area citywide garage sales, which we update weekly (or more often, as necessary). This list is valid for spring, summer, and fall citywide sales surrounding Wichita. You’ll want to bookmark this page and return often, because we also add neighborhood garage sales, church and rummage sales, and […]

O.J. Watson Park in Wichita

OJ Watson Park is a fantastic place for families, teens, and anyone who wants to get outside and enjoy some outdoor activities. This is the Wichita park with the yellow brick road! The park operates year-round, but the opening weekend—when all rides and special activities resume—takes place just before Wichita schools’ spring break. The ride season wraps […]

Spring Break at the Kansas Aviation Museum: $5 Admission 2025

The Kansas Aviation Museum will offer a special deal during Spring Break in Wichita. Everyone will receive a discounted admission price of $5 or if you are looking for a Spring Break Camp they are offering one to students.  The Aviation Museum’s collection includes significant and rare aircraft, engines, and memorabilia, reflecting Kansas’s pivotal role […]

Chicken N Pickle Spring Break: $2 Kids Meals & FREE Bingo

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 17–21, 2025. 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 […]

Field Station: Dinosaurs Spring Break Sneak Peek

Get this fabulous deal for 2025 Spring Break in Wichita!  Field Station Dinosaurs in Wichita is planning for a special one-week quest during Spring Break. It will be a Sneak Peek of what’s to come during the regular dinosaur season.  Spring Break Sneak Peek Week at the dino park begins Saturday, March 15 and runs […]

Spring Break at Exploration Place

If you’re looking for an exciting and educational spring break camp in Wichita, Exploration Place is a top-notch choice. Every year, they host a fun and engaging kids’ camp, often inspired by the current exhibit. This makes each year’s camp unique, offering fresh and exciting themes that spark curiosity and creativity. Exploration Place is Wichita’s […]

Wichita Public Library Spring Break Activities for Kids and Teens

Are you looking for affordable things to do over Spring Break in Wichita? Once again, the Wichita Public Library provides plenty of fun and FREE spring break activities for kids in Wichita. This list includes events for both kids and teens. All of these events are totally FREE, but some do require advance registration. Check […]

Spring Break at Museum of World Treasures

Museum of World Treasures is hosting a week of spring break fun for every age again this year. Visit the Museum during Spring Break and enjoy time in all of the exhibits.  Spring break wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the Museum of World Treasures! We almost always set aside at least one day […]

Spring Break Camp Guide Wichita 2025

Spring Break Camps and Activities in Wichita

Spring break for Wichita Public Schools USD 259 is March 17 – 21, 2025. With this much-needed time off, it’s a great chance to make some memories and either bond as a family or give your kids their own adventure! To help guide you, we’ve compiled this list of Wichita spring break camps below, and […]

Spring Break at Botanica

When I think of spring in Wichita, I think of getting outdoors, and Botanica, the Wichita Gardens, is the perfect spot to visit this Spring Break! The gardens will be alive with color and excitement, offering a week of family fun and outdoor adventure. One of the must-see attractions is the beautifully restored Joyland carousel, […]

Spring Break at the Great Plains Nature Center

Make the most of spring break this year by bringing the kids to the Great Plains Nature Center in Wichita! It’s the perfect spot for them to explore, learn new skills, and connect with nature all while spending quality time together. This year, the Nature Center is offering some special spring break activities the kids […]

St. Patrick’s Day Events in Wichita

Saint Patrick’s Day in Wichita is a great time to find drink specials, green beer, food specials, and corned beef at local restaurants. St Paddy’s Day is March 17, but many events and specials are happening all week. Here is the ultimate list of the St. Patrick’s Day deals, restaurant specials, and celebrations in Wichita […]

Free Cone Day at Dairy Queen is March 20

Free Cone at Dairy Queen

Oh my word…this really does my heart good. Free Cone Day is back again at DQ in 2025. Dairy Queen is celebrating Spring with this great deal! Customers get a FREE small vanilla cone with no purchase necessary.  This year, on March 20, 2025, coinciding with the first day of spring, you can savor a […]

Kansas Aviation Museum: FREE Admission and Discounts

The Kansas Aviation Museum in Wichita is a great museum to visit. The Aviation Museum offers several recurring deals and events you won’t want to miss! One highlight is their weekly kids’ program, where children can enjoy FREE admission. Keep reading for all the details! The Kansas Aviation Museum is nestled in the heart of […]

Hook a Kid on Golf in Wichita: Affordable Golf Camp

Hook a Kid on Golf is an excellent program for first-time golfers who want to learn the basics. Designed for kids ages 8-16 in Wichita, this five-day camp is the perfect way to introduce them to the game. Not only will they gain valuable skills, but each participant will also go home with their own […]

Wichita Indoor Farmers Market

Do you miss the Wichita farmer’s markets already? You don’t have to! Kansas Grown is starting its Winter Farmers Markets. It is FREE to attend, but you might want to bring some shopping money. Kansas Grown Indoor Market Your favorite vendors will be on hand at the indoor market. In years past, the indoor market […]

Carousel Skate Center Spring Break Sessions and Discounts

Looking for something to do with the kids over spring break? Carousel Skate Center will have open skate sessions every day and offer deals every day. This would be an excellent activity for the kids if the weather isn’t great (or even if it is). The average price is around $10 for skating and $4 […]

Tanganyika Season Pass Sale Membership Deal 2025

Season Pass Sale at Tanganyika

The Tanganyika Season Pass sale is back for 2025! This is usually the best deal of the year on this favorite attraction in Wichita. The 2025 Season Pass Sale starts March 1, so get your purchasing fingers ready on the keyboard. Or you can get your Tanganyika discount tickets/season pass in person at the park […]

McCormick School Museum

McCormick School Museum Wichita, science classroom

Wichita’s McCormick School building, designed by architects Proudfoot and Bird, is the oldest school building in Wichita. It’s now a museum that showcases the history of Wichita Public Schools. The McCormick School was built in 1890 and was the seventeenth elementary school in the Wichita Public School system. Tours of the McCormick School Museum are […]

2nd Saturday Shopping Event in Wichita 2023

2nd Saturday Wichita Shopping

Save big at your favorite local retailers and restaurants in central Wichita. On the second Saturday of every month, local Wichita businesses in the Delano, Downtown, Old Town and Douglas Design districts offer special bargains and discounts as part of the 2nd Saturday shopping event in Wichita. [sc name=”subscribe-link” ]  Purchase a reusable shopping bag […]

Free Movie in the Park at O.J. Watson Park: Shrek

Shrek Movie

Wichita Park & Recreation will host a FREE movie in the park at O.J. Watson Park on May 28th. Kick off your Summer with family-friendly outdoor cinema. Grab your blankets or lawn chairs and bring a little bit of spending money because the concession stand will be open.  Did you know that OJ Watson Park […]

Dairy Queen Blizzards for .85 cents for limited time in April

Dairy Queen .85

Calling all ice cream lovers! For a limited time, in April 2023, Dairy Queen is running a big DEAL where their small Blizzards will be only .85 cents through the app. They are doing this in honor of the year the blizzard debuted in 1985.  New Dairy Queen Treats:  New! Peanut Butter Puppy Chow Blizzard […]

Spring break camp at CityArts 2023

Wichita CityArts in Old Town Square

CityArts Art Camps are great for children who enjoy art and want to explore new mediums! Each day the students will work with a variety of art methods like drawing, painting, sculpture, clay, photography, printmaking and more. Wear clothes that you wouldn’t mind getting messy. Bring snacks, lunch, a reusable water bottle and be ready […]

Spring Break Artcation from Wichita Art Museum 2023

Spring Break Wichita Art Museum

Spring Break Artcation at the Wichita Art Museum is something families look forward to every year.  The Wichita Art Museum is open for Spring Break! Remember, the permanent collection is now FREE all the time. Click HERE for more info about visiting the gallery for FREE. But back to the spring break Artcation. If you’re […]