Free Movies at Capitol Federal Amphitheater
Is there anything better than relaxing and watching a movie? Yes! Relaxing and watching a movie outside at the CapFed Amphitheater in Andover for FREE! Bring your lawn chairs and some snacks, kick back, and relax! The 2024 outdoor movie series is back! Free Movies at Capital Federal Amphitheater 2024: In the past, food trucks […]
Treehouse Concerts at Bartlett Arboretum 2024
Super-affordable and a great way to spend an afternoon outside, the Treehouse Concerts at Bartlett Arboretum are just a short drive from Wichita …
Late Night at the Museum of World Treasures: Ticket Deal
The Museum of World Treasures is open late on the last Thursday of most months. From 5 to 7 p.m., the special evening hours are available for a special admission price of only $7 per person plus tax, so you can spend a couple of evening hours exploring all the displays at a discount! Regular admission to the […]
Splash Parks in and around Wichita
Splash pads in Wichita are a big attraction during the summer months. These splash parks (aka water playgrounds, splash pads, or play fountains) are a great way to enjoy summer for free. They are cost-effective and require less maintenance. Therefore, several have been funded by the city in the past few years. In fact, a […]
2024 list of Citywide Garage Sales in the Wichita area
The most updated list! Here’s our list of 2024 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 […]
Ballet Wichita Free Performances in the Park
One of my favorite free events in Wichita every year is back for Fall 2024. Bring blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy the FREE Wichita Ballet in the Park again this year! Family-friendly performances are held in parks in Wichita and surrounding communities, and feature a new production each year. It’s a relaxed and casual atmosphere […]
You-pick Farms Near Wichita: Apples, Berries, Peaches & More
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 great way to enjoy fresh air and sunshine together as […]
Heritage Square Concert Series 2024
The Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum will once again host its annual FREE concerts at Heritage Square in downtown Wichita. These are truly wonderful lunchtime concerts in a fabulous setting during one of the nicest months (weather-wise) we have in Wichita! The 2024 Heritage Square Concert Series will be happening over the noon hour every Wednesday […]
Farmers Markets in Wichita
Farmer’s Markets in Wichita and surrounding communities with locally grown fresh food, plants, honey, handmade items, and more. Some markets offer kids’ activities and live entertainment; all offer an excellent opportunity to meet your neighbors, learn more about local produce, and share in the fun of discovering things produced right here in our own state […]
FREE KEYN Summer Concert Series
Looking for something fun and free to do on Friday night in Wichita? The KEYN Summer Concert Series is back this June and July 2024! Enjoy free concerts at Naftzger Park in the heart of downtown Wichita & at the Andover Amphitheater this summer! This concert series offers top-notch bands for all ages, providing the […]
$1 Kids Movies at Regal Cinemas this Summer
$1 summer kids movies at the Warren/Regal theaters in Wichita are back! This deal is called the Regal Summer Movie Express. During its Summer Movie Express, two selected G- or PG-rated movies show at 11 a.m. every Tuesday and Wednesday. Both movies play on both days! When school lets out and the summer heat overwhelms, […]
$5 Zoo Admission for Twilight Tuesdays in July
You will want to mark your calendars for Twilight Tuesdays at the ZOO! On Tuesdays in July, the Sedgwick County Zoo stays open late and gives us a special admission discount. And yes – Cox Twilight Tuesdays at the Zoo are happening in 2024! This year, the concerts are back for Twilight Tuesdays at the […]
FREE Automobilia Moonlight Car Show and Street Party
Automobilia Moonlight Car Show and Street Party will be happening again in Wichita but with a new date and location. This event is typically in July but has been moved to August 3, 2024. It’s FREE to the public. “Automobilia Car Show is One of the Largest Car Shows In The State of Kansas. They […]
Free fun, live music, and more at Sedgwick County Fair
Yup, it’s happening. The Sedgwick County Fair organizers announced we’re having a fair this year. And every night they’ll have free live music on their open air stage, too! Admission to the county fair is FREE. (Yes, free!) The Sedgwick County Fair is an annual event that is always lots of fun. The fair is […]
Rock River Rapids: 1/2 price season passes
Okay, so I know summer is going by fast, but that doesn’t mean summer is over! We have plenty of time to take advantage of this deal from Rock River Rapids. The waterpark is offering 1/2 price season passes starting July 8, 2024. The water park stays open until August 13, so you can still […]
Sonic Drive-In Happy Hour and Deals
Sonic Drive-In is a fast and convenient way to enjoy your favorite snacks on the go. Whether you’re in the mood for one of their famous slushes, a hot burger, or a classic corn dog, Sonic Drive-In has something that will satisfy your craving. Discounts and promotions are often available exclusively on their mobile app […]
Derby KS 4th of July Fireworks, Parade and Events
The City of Derby, Kansas has announced its plans for a fun 4th of July fireworks show and a day full of fun activities! Derby Fireworks in the Park Bring a blanket and lawn chair to enjoy this FREE family evening in High Park. The Fireworks in the Park event will be held on July […]
Wichita 4th of July: Red, White, and Boom at Riverfront Stadium
Celebrate the 4th of July with Wichita’s biggest Independence Day party, Red, White & BOOM, at Riverfront Stadium. This FREE event is open to the public. The Riverfront Stadium will open at 6 p.m., and food trucks will surround the Hyatt Lawn. Then, enjoy the fireworks in downtown Wichita. This spectacular event, presented by Evergy […]
Wichita Summer & Fall Concerts
One of the best things about summer is the music! When the weather warms up, Wichita puts on some great community gatherings with music as the focal point, and they’re almost always affordable, family-friendly, and outside! This is where we’ll keep track of the outdoor and free concerts we hear of. It will update automatically […]
Derby Plaza Theater Cheap Summer Kids’ Movies
The Derby Plaza Summertime discounted kids’ movies are back. When it gets too hot to play outside, bring the kids to the Derby Plaza Theater for some cool deals. Admission to these family-friendly movies is just $2 per person. The doors open at 10 a.m. and all shows start at 10:30 a.m. The concession stand […]
Stearman Field Fathers Day Fly-In
Fun family day! The annual fly-in at Stearman Field in Benton, Kansas will be held this year on June 15, 2024. This is a time when you get to walk around on the tarmac and get close to the aircraft! You’ll get to see numerous aircraft flying in and out of the airfield that day […]
Blue Star Museums: Free Admission for Military Members and Their Families
This year, the Blue Star Museums program opened on Armed Forces Day (it often starts on Memorial Day) and continues to Labor Day. The Blue Star Museums program offers FREE admission to more than 2,000 museums across America for active-duty military personnel and their families. The free admission program is available for those currently serving […]
FREE: Smoke on the Plains, Derby BBQ & Music Fest
The annual Derby BBQ & Music Festival in Derby’s High Park is a family favorite! This FREE event will be held June 7 & 8, 2024! This annual family-friendly event includes live music, food, and kid’s activities. Admission is FREE. There are an average of about 50 professional BBQ teams from the Midwest. There will […]
Walk with Wildlife at the Great Plains Nature Center
This is an activity that could easily become an annual family tradition. Get up close and personal with wildlife at the annual Walk with Wildlife at the Great Plains Nature Center here in Wichita on Saturday, June 1, 2024. It makes for a fun and interesting day spent outside. Really, it’s such a treat and […]
Wichita Riverfest Guide: May 31- June 8, 2024
Wichita River Fest is the biggest festival in the Wichita community. This massive event is the region’s largest, longest-running, and most anticipated festival. The Wichita Riverfest is an annual festival held in Wichita, Kansas, celebrating the city’s vibrant culture and community. When is Riverfest 2024? It will start May 31 – June 8, 2024. There’s […]