Blog /blog/stories/ Blog Fri, 17 Apr 2026 21:13:19 +0000 'Tis the season: Find winter magic in Wichita /blog/stories/post/tis-the-season-find-winter-magic-in-wichita/ /blog/stories/post/tis-the-season-find-winter-magic-in-wichita/#comments /blog/stories/post/tis-the-season-find-winter-magic-in-wichita/ Tue, 02 Dec 2025 14:00:00 -0500

If you love your holidays big, bright, and full of sparkle, Wichita delivers. Throughout the season, Kansas’ largest city with immersive light displays, nostalgic celebrations, , and family-friendly experiences. Whether you’re planning a

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5 Reasons to Put Wichita on Your Winter Break Radar /blog/stories/post/5-reasons-to-put-wichita-on-your-winter-break-radar/ /blog/stories/post/5-reasons-to-put-wichita-on-your-winter-break-radar/#comments /blog/stories/post/5-reasons-to-put-wichita-on-your-winter-break-radar/ Wed, 05 Nov 2025 15:00:00 -0500

When the weather turns frosty, the Heart of the Country shines brightest. From glowing gardens and cozy concerts to festive farm fun, Wichita wraps up winter with warmth, wonder, and a little extra sparkle.

Whether you’re planning a family getaway, a couple’s weekend, or a quick road trip before the

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Head to Wichita for the 23rd Tallgrass Film Festival /blog/stories/post/head-to-wichita-for-the-23rd-tallgrass-film-festival/ /blog/stories/post/head-to-wichita-for-the-23rd-tallgrass-film-festival/#comments /blog/stories/post/head-to-wichita-for-the-23rd-tallgrass-film-festival/ Wed, 15 Oct 2025 13:00:00 -0400

The 23rd Tallgrass Film Festival, a must for those who love indie film, great food and walkable downtown districts, is coming to Wichita, Kansas, Oct. 16–19. With 175+ films, panels, parties and special events, it’s a perfect reason to plan a long-weekend getaway to the state’s largest city.

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Rock The Plains: Experience the Heart of Kansas Country Music /blog/stories/post/rock-the-plains-experience-the-heart-of-kansas-country-music/ /blog/stories/post/rock-the-plains-experience-the-heart-of-kansas-country-music/#comments /blog/stories/post/rock-the-plains-experience-the-heart-of-kansas-country-music/ Tue, 15 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0400

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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On the Road Again /blog/stories/post/on-the-road-again/ /blog/stories/post/on-the-road-again/#comments /blog/stories/post/on-the-road-again/ Tue, 15 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0400

What a week it’s been! The Mobile Visitor Center (MVC) and I have been racking up the miles and checking off some truly egg-citing stops along the way. Let me tell you about the whirlwind adventure that kicked off in Great Bend and took me from giant Czech eggs to UFO sightings—and plenty of food in

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24 Hours of Urban Exploring in the Capitol City /blog/stories/post/24-hours-of-urban-exploring-in-the-capitol-city/ /blog/stories/post/24-hours-of-urban-exploring-in-the-capitol-city/#comments /blog/stories/post/24-hours-of-urban-exploring-in-the-capitol-city/ Thu, 17 Oct 2019 15:00:00 -0400

I knew little about my state’s capital city, Topeka, KS, until recently. Growing up, the one-hour

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Starting 2019 Right With These Kansas Travel Goals /blog/stories/post/starting-2019-right-with-these-kansas-travel-goals/ /blog/stories/post/starting-2019-right-with-these-kansas-travel-goals/#comments /blog/stories/post/starting-2019-right-with-these-kansas-travel-goals/ Tue, 01 Jan 2019 08:00:00 -0500

New Years Travel Resolutions

We all make resolutions for the new year. And some of them, we actually

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