If you are like us, you don’t want to have to think or plan a single additional thing! Luckily, there are quite a few special family activities in Wichita over holiday break. Whether you’re looking to fill the days or just the weekends, here are some of the top things to do with kids. And if you need winter break camp support, here’s a list of winter break camp and kids day out options in Wichita.
Last Chance Holiday-Themed Activities
If you still haven’t made it to Illuminations, you have until January 3rd.
Check out one of Wichita’s Christmas Popup Bars (several are family friendly).
Experience a Country Christmas with over 2 million lights through December 23rd.
Go Christmas Cruising for Holiday Lights through some of our favorite neighborhoods. We have a handy digital map we ourselves use to map out a route!
Avoid the Stir Crazy and Get Outside
There is still time to reserve an igloo! This is such a fun family activity – check out a few of our favorite igloos here.
Explore Downtown Wichita’s Window Wonderland through January 1st.
Explore Downtown Wichita’s Somewhere in Winter through January 4th.
Go ice skating. There is something so special about ice skating outdoors.
Visit the Zoo and don’t forget $5 Winter Wednesdays (FYI: elephants will not be out when it’s under 35 degrees)
Best Indoor Places with Kids
Here is a comprehensive list of indoor places to visit with kids in Wichita.
Check out the Ice Dinosaurs exhibit at Exploration Place.
Check out the Open Studio Times for artsy DIY creations at Paint the Towne.
Late Night at Museum of World Treasures on 12/26 for $7 from 5-7pm.
Attend a Wichita Thunder Game: Saturday, December 27th is Bluey and Bingo night!
Check out the Grow Plant Bar to make a DIY plant (open on New Year’s Eve too!).
Take the kids roller skating (they can also climb in their massive climbing gym) during an open skate at Carousel Skate.
Maven Gallery Saturday Hot Chocolate Bar 10am-4pm, Saturday December 27th *Maven Gallery seeks to exhibit an array of contemporary photographers, initiate meaningful dialogue, and inspire youth art education in order to contribute to our creative culture.
Family-Friendly New Year’s Eve Celebrations
Blast Off Bay NYE Splash Party on 12/31 8pm-1am
Somewhere in Winter NYE Glow Party on 12/31: more details to come. Check their Instagram!
Book a NYE Bowling Bash at Bowleroo on 12/31
Noon Year’s Eve at Derby Recreation on 12/31 from 11am-12pm
