We are often asked for our favorite weekend getaways and day trips from Wichita, so we have compiled a list of suggestions straight from local moms. We love nothing more than to shake things up a bit by hopping...
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Summer 2023 - The Sunflower Summer Program is returning to provide more robust offerings where families can visit Kansas attractions for free from May 26 - August 13,...
If you've got dino lovers in your house, then make sure to put these 6 Kansas attractions on your family's bucket list! Some are in Wichita (or nearby) while others are an easy day trip to visit.
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Who else remembers the days of Barnacle Bill’s FantaSea, Wichita’s very own water park? From personal experience, it had that summer birthday “it factor.” Since FantaSea’s closing in 2000, Wichita has filled the gap with staples such as the...
Kansas summers are H-O-T, and what better way to stay cool than to splash around, take a dip in a local pool, or head to the beach! The Wichita area has some great lakes to explore with the family,...
Are you a thrill seeker looking for new date ideas? Does your family love adventures? Are you looking for your next adrenaline rush? We've rounded up theme and amusement parks within a 5 hour drive of Wichita. Whether you're...
I don’t know about you, but being quarantined has me jonesing for adventure — a picturesque landscape to visit and explore. I love the mountains, but living here in central Kansas, it’s pretty flat.
Luckily, there are several areas within...
If you have not made the trip to Turner Falls with kids in Davis, Oklahoma, it is an area to add to your family travel list! About a 3.5 hour drive from Wichita, Turner Falls is located in the...
These are consistently suggested in the Wichita Mom neighborhood groups, are highly recommended by our team, and would be great spots for Spring Break or anytime of year as all have special activities for families depending on the season.
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Looking for an affordable spring break getaway? Planning a family trip on a budget can be so challenging! As spring and summer breaks are quickly approaching, here are five destinations with family-friendly attractions that won't break the bank. All but...
Spring Break 2023 Activities at Wichita Public Library
The best spring break fun will be found at your Wichita Public Library this year! With a week of FREE creative and educational programs scheduled out, there is something fun for all...
If you're planning an overseas vacation or business trip, you'll need to apply for passports ASAP...but how? And where? Changes were made in 2017, narrowing the options for where you can apply for a passport in and around Wichita...
Our family recently left the dreary winter weather for some sunshine and (slightly) warmer temps! We tried something new and ventured to the Monterey area of California, which includes Carmel, Big Sur and Monterey. This area is sometimes known...
Emporia, KS is a 90-minute drive from Wichita and offers an easy day trip option for families looking to get out and do something different!
Fun Things to Do with Kids in Emporia KS
Visit the David Traylor Zoo: This...
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The ULTIMATE List of Wichita Date Night Ideas | 100 Local...
These Wichita date night ideas are more than just a list of Wichita restaurants and movie theaters - our comprehensive guide offers 100+ ideas...
