What to do in Wichita Memorial Day weekend
Memorial Day honors the men and women who died while serving in the United States military, and it’s also an important time for friends and family to gather. If you’re in Wichita this Memorial Day…
Posts from: April 2024
Where to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Wichita
Cinco de Mayo honors Mexico’s victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. In the Heart of the Country, the day is often celebrated by enjoying Mexican cuisine. You can count on…
2024 Wichita Riverfest concerts you won’t want to miss
Wichita Riverfest is the largest and longest-running summer celebration in the state, celebrating its 52 nd year in 2024. This year, the fun happens May 31-June 8 in downtown Wichita along the banks of…
Explore the Gunsmoke Trail in Wichita and other Kansas cities
Howdy partners, and welcome to the Gunsmoke Trail! This road trip visits four cities in Kansas that had a role in "Gunsmoke," the Emmy Award-winning primetime Western that entertained audiences for 20…
Sunflower Summer: Discover 19 free Wichita attractions
Attention, Kansans! Are you making summer travel plans? Be a tourist right here in Wichita, the Heart of the Country, for a great price – free! Many of Wichita’s most popular attractions are…
Guide to Riverfest: How to enjoy the largest downtown party in Kansas
Set sail for Kansas’ largest party of the summer, Wichita Riverfest. May 31 through June 8, experience nine days of music, food and events – all centered on the banks of the Arkansas River in downtown…
Celebrating 50 years of the Keeper of the Plains: where to find souvenirs
Looking for a souvenir to commemorate the Keeper of the Plains? It’s the most recognizable landmark in Wichita, Kansas, and it turns 50 this year. The five-ton, 44-foot-tall steel sculpture, designed…
May 2024: What's happening in Wichita this month
May is the perfect time to plan a vacation to the Heart of the Country. Don’t miss out on big events such as the 50th Anniversary of the Keeper of the Plains and Symphony in the Gardens. There is so…
Step up your on-the-road fitness: Xtreme Hip-Hop in Wichita
Want to stay on top of your fitness while traveling? Look no further than Xtreme Hip-Hop with Millz in Wichita! Under the guidance of the dynamic instructor Camille "Millz" Scott, this fusion of step…
Jump-start your vacation plans by winning the Great Wichita Summer Getaway
Kick off your summer plans with an abundance of things to do in the Heart of the Country. Enjoy a weekend filled with places to cool off, tickets to the best sporting games, delightful restaurants and…
