There’s a rich aviation story in Wichita, which is why Kansas’ largest city proudly celebrates National Aviation Day every August 19 – and claims its well-earned title as the Air Capital of the World all year long. Whether you’re a lifelong plane buff or just curious about flight, Wichita is the…
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At Fort Hays State Historic Site, limestone buildings that housed the U.S. Army during the 19th century pierce a quiet prairie backdrop. To imagine it as a supply depot during the American Indian Wars, watch the site’s short film Clash of Cultures before embarking on a tour of artifacts and…
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Start the weekend with a roaring good time at Lee Richardson Zoo. Make new friends with a Bactrian camel in Wild Asia, a kangaroo in Down Under and a menagerie of other creatures in 50 landscaped areas. Guests can walk through the park for free or drive through for a fee. Skip the ordinary food…
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Are you ready to experience an All-American 4th of July? We've rounded up some of the amazing communities that are putting on a show on the holiday weekend! Fireworks aren't your thing? No problem! From air shows to made-from-scratch eats to carnivals and concerts, there's more to see than the…
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Following the success of its inaugural year, Somewhere Fest and Conference 2025 is returning to downtown Wichita on June 13–14, offering a uniquely Kansan fusion of music, art and community connection. Presented by Movement Musick and Midtopia, this not-for-profit event celebrates creativity…
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Memorial Day Weekend is coming up! This is one of the best weekends to travel around the state! The weather in Kansas during late May can be some of the nicest (or stormiest) times of the year! While we attract many avid storm-chasers to the area, I wouldn't recommend risking it unless you know what…
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If you’re searching for a truly unique Kansas experience, look no further than Rock The Plains 2025. Set against the stunning backdrop of Tuttle Creek State Park in Manhattan, this two-day festival blends the raw energy of Texas and Red Dirt country with the down-home charm of our region. It’s more…
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Liberal claims to be the hometown of Dorothy Gale from The Wizard of Oz. Need proof? Simply click your heels and arrive at Dorothy’s House and Land of Oz. With the red-slipper gal herself as your guide, tour her farmhouse and movie memorabilia, and meet up with the Scarecrow, Tin Man, Cowardly Lion…
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WaKeeney shines brightest during the holidays, when its four-block downtown beams with lights, garlands and its centerpiece 35-foot-tall tree. The “Christmas City of the High Plains” cranks up the wattage the Saturday after Thanksgiving, but the festive spirit lingers beyond the season at North Pole…
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Take your family on a road trip to experience the beautiful and magical, FREE light displays throughout Southeast Kansas. Some of these, likely in communities you've never heard of, are going to surprise you. Includes more than 20 displays featuring nearly 500,000 lights. There is a synched radio…
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