The 23rd Tallgrass Film Festival lands in downtown Wichita Oct. 16-19, 2025, packing 175+ films, panels, parties and special events into four days. It’s Wichita’s premier celebration of independent…
Wichita is home to one of the most photographed places in Kansas: the Keeper of the Plains, a 44-foot, 5-ton weathered steel sculpture sitting atop a 30-foot pedestal in the middle of the Arkansas…
When you’re in Kansas, grabbing a steak is practically a rite of passage — but here in Wichita, the Heart of the Country, a great burger is just as essential. Wichita is brimming with bars and grills…
Did you know you can enjoy a National Water Trail in downtown Wichita? The Arkansas River is one of the longest rivers in the country, starting near Leadville, Colorado, and flowing nearly 1,469 miles…
Get ready to raise the curtain on another dazzling year of Broadway-caliber performances right in the Heart of the Country. Music Theatre Wichita’s 2025 season promises unforgettable nights of music…
Wichita is home to 120-plus parks, offering more than 5,000 acres of outdoor spaces to explore — and each one has something special to offer. Whether you’re chasing outdoor adventure, looking for…
Wichita is a nature lover’s dream with something for every outdoor enthusiast. Explore scenic hiking and biking trails through area parks, tee off at one of the city’s popular disc golf courses and…
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…
The History In the late 19th century, the term "yellow peril" was coined when Chinese laborers were brought to the United States to replace emancipated Black communities as a cheap labor source…
One of iconic architect Frank Lloyd Wright’s masterpieces is in a historical neighborhood in Wichita, Kansas, and is open to the public through regularly offered tours, special events or for private…
