Every year readers ask me where they can find "you-pick" places in the Wichita area. They're talking about the orchards and farms where families can go pick fresh produce right off the tree or vine. This is so much fun to do, and it's a … [Read more...] about You-pick farms near Wichita
Summer
Ballet in the Park performances begin this week
Bring blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy the FREE Wichita Ballet in the Park again this year! The Wichita Ballet will perform The Little Mermaid at various parks in and around Wichita this spring and fall. This is a wonderful … [Read more...] about Ballet in the Park performances begin this week
$1 Admission to Wichita Wingnuts
Monday nights are for nuts. If you want to attend a baseball game on the cheap here in Wichita, you can do it at Monday night home games, which are the Wingnuts' Dollar Days! This is a fun family night activity during the summer: Get $1 … [Read more...] about $1 Admission to Wichita Wingnuts
Last call: $3 admission to Sedgwick County Zoo for Twilight Tuesdays
You will want to mark your calendars for this! It is absolutely great. On Tuesdays in July, the Sedgwick County Zoo stays open late for members to stroll the zoo and enjoy cooler evening hours. Although we aren't getting free zoo … [Read more...] about Last call: $3 admission to Sedgwick County Zoo for Twilight Tuesdays
Free summer meals for kids through the City of Wichita CHAMPS program
The City of Wichita Housing and Community Services is combating child hunger by offering free meals for kids at four locations in the city of Wichita this summer. The CHAMPS (Cities Combating Child Hunger through After-School and Summer … [Read more...] about Free summer meals for kids through the City of Wichita CHAMPS program
$2 Tuesday Summer Kick-Off at Carousel Skate Center
Summer days are here again! To celebrate, Carousel Skate Center is hosting another $2 Tuesday event. On Tuesday, July 10th, Carousel will host TWO special event sessions: 1 p.m.- 4 p.m. or 6 p.m.- 9 p.m. At the $2 Tuesday party … [Read more...] about $2 Tuesday Summer Kick-Off at Carousel Skate Center
Free admission to the Sedgwick County Fair
The Sedgwick County Fair is always lots of fun. The 2018 county fair opens Wednesday, July 18 at the Sedgwick County Fairgrounds in Cheney, Kansas, and continues through Saturday, July 21. Admission is free and parking is free … [Read more...] about Free admission to the Sedgwick County Fair
Free summer programs at Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum
Find activities for kids and young people at the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum this summer! The museum has engaging, educational (and free) summer programs developed and conducted by experienced, expert teachers. To … [Read more...] about Free summer programs at Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum
FREE Summer Reading Programs in Wichita and nearby, plus online reading resources
There are loads of free summer reading programs in Wichita, neighboring communities, and online that will help kids stay in practice and avoid that “summer slide.” All of the programs listed below include rewards for accomplishing summer … [Read more...] about FREE Summer Reading Programs in Wichita and nearby, plus online reading resources
Wichita 4th of July: Red, White, and Boom
Celebrate the 4th of July with Wichita's biggest Independence Day party, Red White & BOOM. The party will be on Wednesday, July 4, in downtown Wichita, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Check out ALL of the 4th of July fireworks and Independence … [Read more...] about Wichita 4th of July: Red, White, and Boom
Wheeling Wild Tuesdays at the Zoo (Family Bicycle Club)
Are you looking for a fun and safe place for your family to ride their bikes? How about the Sedgwick County Zoo? Their Wheeling Wild Tuesdays bike club is an affordable and family-friendly option. Wheeling Wild Tuesdays (formerly known … [Read more...] about Wheeling Wild Tuesdays at the Zoo (Family Bicycle Club)
Splash parks, fountains, and water playgrounds
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
#JointheCrew: Sailing in Kansas with the Ninnescah Sailing Association
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??? Tired of the same old weekend routine? Looking for an adventure? Check out the Ninnescah Sailing Association! *And check out the 1/2 price deal on sailing lessons for family members or friends, below! The NSA is a … [Read more...] about #JointheCrew: Sailing in Kansas with the Ninnescah Sailing Association
Free meals for kids during the summer
Free breakfasts, lunches and snacks will be offered to children 18 years old and younger at 41 locations in Wichita as part of the Kid Power Café Summer Food Service Program, May 21 – August 3. The free meals are available to all … [Read more...] about Free meals for kids during the summer
Free community event on the Arkansas River: Activate the Ark
Participants of a Wichita Community Foundation project will host a free public event on the west bank of the Arkansas River this summer. Activate the Ark is designed to showcase the possible community uses of the river in Wichita by … [Read more...] about Free community event on the Arkansas River: Activate the Ark
