Are you looking for affordable things to do over Spring Break in Wichita? Once again, the Wichita Public Library offers plenty of fun, 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 out the Evolve Spring Guide, which includes the combined activities guide from Wichita Park and Recreation, Wichita Public Library, and CityArts!
Don’t forget the library offers so much more than just books. They have a full Library of Things that you can check out for free! It’s a perfect, budget-friendly option if we get a rainy day during spring break.
Wichita Public Library Spring Break Activites for Kids and Teens
Some of these events require pre-registration. Please double-check so you don’t miss out!
Monday, March 16
Pokémon Scavenger Hunt
Monday, March 16: All Day
Advanced Learning Library – Children’s Pavilion
Ages: Grades K–12
Pokémon have taken over the Children’s Pavilion. Kids and teens can pick up a Pokédex anytime over spring break and start the hunt to catch them all.
Family Storytime
Monday, March 16: 10:30–11:00 AM
Alford Branch Library – Leonard & Celia Levand Community Room
Ages: Infant, Toddler, Preschool
Children build literacy skills through active listening, singing, movement, and sharing a love of stories in a group setting. (This event will not take place at Alford Branch on 1/19 or 2/16.)
Oreo Taste Test Challenge
Monday, March 16: 2:30–3:30 PM
Alford Branch Library – Leonard & Celia Levand Community Room
Ages: 6–12
Participants test their cookie knowledge, sample flavors, and rank their favorites. Registration is required at: https://wichitalibrary.org/events
Teen Mini Libraries
Monday, March 16: 2:30–3:30 PM
Rockwell Branch Library – Meeting Room
Grades 6–12
Teens curate and decorate their own miniature library shelves inside a pocket-sized carry case.
Build a Fairytale
Monday, March 16: 2:30–3:30 PM
Advanced Learning Library – Allison Dondlinger Children’s Gallery
Grades 3–5
Young writers channel their inner giant-defeating hero in this interactive writing workshop. Participants explore the key elements of fairy tales while creating their own stories from scratch.
Teen Grow With Me
Monday, March 16: 3:00–4:00 PM
Evergreen Community Center & Library – Arteaga A
Grades 6–12
Teens decorate a mini planting kit while learning about growth and wellness in partnership with NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness).
Register at: https://wichitalibrary.org/events
Or call: (316) 261-8500
Registration opens Monday, March 16, 2026 at 9:00 AM.
Tuesday, March 17
Pokémon Scavenger Hunt
Tuesday, March 17: All Day
Advanced Learning Library – Children’s Pavilion
Ages: Grades K–12
Pokémon have taken over the Children’s Pavilion. Kids and teens can pick up a Pokédex anytime during spring break to begin the hunt and try to catch them all.
Nursery Rhyme Time
Tuesday, March 17: 10:30–10:50 AM
Rockwell Branch Library – Meeting Room
Ages: 2 and under
Little ones sing, dance, and enjoy simple stories while caregivers learn helpful tips to support early learning development.
Preschool Storytime
Tuesday, March 17: 10:30–11:00 AM
Advanced Learning Library – Allison Dondlinger Children’s Gallery
Ages: 3–6
Preschoolers build literacy skills through active listening, singing, movement, and sharing stories together in a fun group setting.
Nursery Rhyme Time
Tuesday, March 17: 10:30–11:00 AM
Westlink Branch Library – Conference Rooms 115 & 116
Ages: 2 and under
Children sing, dance, and enjoy simple stories while caregivers gain ideas to encourage early learning at home.
Baby’s First Storytime
Tuesday, March 17: 10:40–11:00 AM
Advanced Learning Library – Allison Dondlinger Children’s Reading Theatre
Ages: Birth–18 months
Music, rhymes, activities, and stories designed especially for babies and their caregivers. It’s never too early to spark a love of learning.
Family Storytime
Tuesday, March 17: 11:30 AM–12:00 PM
Walters Branch Library – Meeting Room
Ages: Infant–Preschool
Families enjoy stories, songs, and movement while developing literacy skills together.
Third Tuesday Book Discussion
Tuesday, March 17: 1:00–2:00 PM
Westlink Branch Library – Classroom
Adults
Adults gather to discuss the selected monthly book. Copies are available one month prior at the Westlink Branch.
Teen: Peep Dioramas
Tuesday, March 17: 2:00–3:00 PM
Angelou Northeast Branch Library – Meeting Room
Grades 6–12
Teens create festive dioramas using marshmallow Peeps, inspired by the Washington Post’s annual competition.
Happy Birthday, Mercy Watson!
Tuesday, March 17: 2:30–3:30 PM
Westlink Branch Library – Conference Rooms 115 & 116
Grades K–5
Kids celebrate Mercy Watson from the books by Kate DiCamillo with games and hot buttered toast piled high with butter.
Teen Pavilion Tuesdays
Tuesday, March 17: 6:00–7:30 PM
Advanced Learning Library – Mona Corrin Pike Teen Pavilion
Grades 6–12
Teens can explore a new craft or activity, work on personal projects, or simply relax and hang out with friends.
Excel Tips & Tricks
Tuesday, March 17: 6:00–7:30 PM
Advanced Learning Library – Evergy Technology Training Center
Adults
Participants learn helpful Excel shortcuts and tools to streamline workflow and make everyday tasks easier.
Register at: https://wichitalibrary.org/events
Bonding Thru Board Games
Tuesday, March 17: 6:00–7:30 PM
Evergreen Community Center & Library – Arteaga A
All Ages
Families are invited to enjoy a fun-filled evening of board games together. All ages are welcome.
Wednesday, March 18
Pokémon Scavenger Hunt
Wednesday, March 18: All Day
Advanced Learning Library – Children’s Pavilion
Ages: Grades K–12
Pokémon have taken over the Children’s Pavilion. Kids and teens can pick up a Pokédex anytime during spring break to begin the hunt and try to catch them all.
Knitting Group
Wednesday, March 18: 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Alford Branch Library – Collaboration Meeting Room 5
Adults
Participants enjoy classic needle arts alongside others who share an interest in knitting, crocheting, cross-stitch, and weaving. All skill levels are welcome.
Preschool Storytime
Wednesday, March 18: 10:30–11:00 AM
Rockwell Branch Library – Meeting Room
Ages: Preschool
Children build early literacy skills through listening, singing, movement, and sharing stories in a group setting.
Baby’s First Storytime
Wednesday, March 18: 10:30–11:00 AM
Westlink Branch Library – Conference Rooms 115 & 116
Ages: Birth–18 months
Music, rhymes, activities, and stories designed especially for babies and their caregivers. It’s never too early to spark a love of learning.
Teen Zig Zag Books
Wednesday, March 18: 1:30–3:00 PM
Walters Branch Library – Meeting Room
Grades 6–12
Teens learn basic bookbinding techniques and create a unique art piece.
Register at: https://wichitalibrary.org/events
Big Block Challenge
Wednesday, March 18: 2:30–3:30 PM
Westlink Branch Library – Conference Rooms 115 & 116
Ages: 9–12
Participants test their building skills using large wooden blocks to complete fun design challenges.
Suncatchers
Wednesday, March 18: 2:30–3:15 PM
Rockwell Branch Library – Meeting Room
Ages: Approximately 5–7
Children create colorful suncatchers for their windows while exploring different creative techniques.
Digital Skills with NexStep Alliance – Microsoft Word
Wednesday, March 18: 4:30–6:30 PM
Walters Branch Library – Meeting Room
Adults
Participants learn the basics of Microsoft Word, including navigation, editing, formatting, and more.
Register online at: https://wichitalibrary.org/events
Or call: 316-261-8500
3D Printing with the Bambu 3D Printer
Wednesday, March 18: 6:00–7:30 PM
Advanced Learning Library – Rolland Eakins TEC-Novation Room
Adults
Learn about the library’s new Bambu Lab P1S 3D Printer and best practices for optimizing prints.
Register at: https://wichitalibrary.org/events
Intro to TTRPGs
Wednesday, March 18: 6:00–7:30 PM
Advanced Learning Library – Keeney Stevens Board Room
Adults
Curious about tabletop role-playing games like Dungeons & Dragons or Pathfinder? This informational program covers the basics to help participants get started.
Thursday, March 19
Pokémon Scavenger Hunt
Thursday, March 19: All Day
Advanced Learning Library – Children’s Pavilion
Ages: Grades K–12
Pokémon have taken over the Children’s Pavilion. Kids and teens can pick up a Pokédex anytime during spring break to begin the hunt and try to catch them all.
Family Storytime
Thursday, March 19: 10:30–11:00 AM
Rockwell Branch Library – Meeting Room
Ages: 0–6
Families share a love of stories and learning during engaging storytime sessions designed for a broad range of developmental stages.
Preschool Storytime
Thursday, March 19: 10:30–11:00 AM
Westlink Branch Library – Conference Rooms 115 & 116
Ages: 3–6
Children build literacy skills through listening, singing, movement, and group storytelling.
Bilingual Mental Health Storyhour
Thursday, March 19: 10:30–11:30 AM
Evergreen Community Center & Library – EverDream Classroom
Ages: Preschool–5th Grade
A special bilingual storytime focused on mental health, hosted in partnership with NAMI. Una sesión especial de cuentos bilingües centrada en la salud mental, organizada en colaboración con NAMI.
Billy Dollar Saves a Penny
Thursday, March 19: 2:00–3:30 PM
Advanced Learning Library – Allison Dondlinger Children’s Gallery
Ages: 3–10
A fun and educational program featuring Billy Dollar, a young superhero who learns to count and save money — helping kids get a head start on financial literacy.
The Marshmallow Incident
Thursday, March 19: 2:30–3:30 PM
Walters Branch Library – Meeting Room
Ages: 4–12
Children enjoy themed activities based on the book The Marshmallow Incident by Judi Barrett.
Community Puzzle Time
Thursday, March 19: 3:00–5:00 PM
Alford Branch Library – Collaboration Meeting Room 5
Teens & Adults
A relaxed, drop-in program where participants slow down and connect over puzzles. No agenda — just a shared table and time together.
TAB Presents: Teen Talent Show
Thursday, March 19: 3:00–4:30 PM
Advanced Learning Library – Conference Room AB
Grades 6–12
Teens are invited to sing, dance, act, juggle, paint, play an instrument, or showcase any talent during the 3rd annual Teen Talent Show hosted by the Teen Advisory Board.
Community Writing Workshop
Thursday, March 19: 6:00–7:45 PM
Advanced Learning Library – Rolland Eakins TEC-Novation Room
Adults
Writers gather to learn more about the craft of writing and receive feedback on works-in-progress.
Register online at: https://wichitalibrary.org/events
Or call: 316-261-8500
Checkmate at the Library
Thursday, March 19: 6:00–7:00 PM
Evergreen Community Center & Library – EverDream Classroom
All Ages
Drop in for casual chess at the library. All skill levels are welcome. Boards are provided — just bring curiosity and enjoy a friendly gaming space.
Friday, March 20
Pokémon Scavenger Hunt
Friday, March 20: All Day
Advanced Learning Library – Children’s Pavilion
Ages: Grades K–12
Pokémon have taken over the Children’s Pavilion. Kids and teens can pick up a Pokédex anytime during spring break to begin the hunt and try to catch them all.
Nursery Rhyme Time
Friday, March 20: 10:30–11:00 AM
Advanced Learning Library – Allison Dondlinger Children’s Gallery
Ages: 2 and under
Little ones sing, dance, and enjoy simple stories while caregivers learn tips to support early learning development.
Teen Cooking Basics
Friday, March 20: 1:00–3:00 PM
Westlink Branch Library – Conference Rooms 115 & 116
Grades 6–12
Teens build practical kitchen skills while preparing simple meal staples using ingredients like eggs, pasta, and vegetables.
STEM for Kids: Earthquake Engineers
Friday, March 20: 3:30–4:30 PM
Rockwell Branch Library – Meeting Room
Ages: 8–11
Children test their building skills by creating structures designed to withstand an earthquake. Participants may work individually or in teams using a variety of materials.
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Friday, March 20: 4:00–5:30 PM
Alford Branch Library – Collaboration Meeting Room 5
Grades 6–12
Teens join a classic high-fantasy Dungeons & Dragons campaign that continues throughout the program season. New players are welcome.
Register online at: https://wichitalibrary.org/events
Or call: (316) 261-8500
Join the wait list at: https://wichitalibrary.org/events
Ultimate Guide to Spring Break in Wichita
This is my big roundup of Spring Break fun around Wichita, from free museums to special discounts at local attractions. It includes a mix of indoor and outdoor ideas to help families stay busy all week.
Click below to find deals, local park adventures, special Spring Break events, attraction discount days, and plenty of other things happening around town to make the most of the break without overspending.
Please note that these are not ALL of the March library events for kids and teens. (That’s a much longer list!) These are just things kids can do at the library during spring break.
