Wichita, the heart of the country, is centrally located in Kansas. The vibrant city exudes friendliness. From the locals you meet at the 50-plus museums and attractions to the 1,200-plus eateries, kindness greets you at every turn.
The Keeper of the Plains, a 44-foot sculpture, looms tall with outstretched hands and is symbolic of the community’s Midwest traditions. He was a gift to the citizens in 1974, and today he gives the community and those who visit it a sense of unity, belonging, and peace.
Visit Wichita, today. Learn more at www.VisitWichita.com or call 316-265-2800.
Some might think of Valentine’s Day as cliché, but whether or not you think it’s corny, it is an opportunity to show your special someone how much you care about them. If you’re looking for something outside of the stereotypical activity, Kansas’ largest city – Wichita – has plenty of ways to create…
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Kansas might not be the first place that springs to mind for ice skating, but the dedication to the sport of our state's largest city – Wichita – might surprise you! With a top-notch indoor ice center and a seasonal outdoor rink, you can lace up your skates and glide across the ice no matter when…
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Kansas’ largest city, Wichita, is a must-visit Midwest destination year-round, and wintertime is especially loaded with holiday activities and unique experiences. You’ll find plenty to do, whether you’re planning on indoor family fun or a romantic getaway. There are Wichita hotels at every price…
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Fall in Kansas is a sight to see. It’s a beautiful and dynamic season characterized by cool, crisp weather and changing colors. It’s also a great time to experience fall festivals, and Wichita has more than 15 to choose from. In Wichita, the Heart of the Country, fall is festival season. Starting in…
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The wildly popular Frontiers in Flight: McConnell Air Force Base Open House & Air Show is returning to Wichita, Kansas, bringing with it an array of aerial displays including the U.S. Navy Blue Angels. Plan to see this amazing air show Aug. 24-25 at McConnell Air Force Base, home of the 22 nd Air…
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Families looking for a fun, affordable event and baseball fans hoping to see future major leaguers should make their way to Wichita, Kansas this summer for the 90 th annual NBC World Series, powered by Evergy. Games will be played July 25-Aug. 3 at Wichita State University’s Eck Stadium. History of…
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Sip your way through Kansas’ largest city this summer One of Wichita’s popular summertime traditions – the Wicked Brew Tour – is back! The tasty fun kicked off in Kansas’ largest city on Friday, May 31. What is the Wicked Brew Tour, you ask? It’s a self-guided tour that takes you to a variety of…
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America’s favorite pastime is alive and well in Kansas’ largest city, Wichita. If you’re planning on going to an upcoming Wichita Wind Surge game at Riverfront Stadium and looking for things to do, places to eat and nearby hotels, you’ll find plenty of choices! We’ve put together a list of suggested…
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Spring break in Wichita, the Heart of the Country, is fun for all ages. As Kansas’ largest city, Wichita is packed with 50-plus museums and attractions, perfect for families of young children and those with teens. Unwind in Wichita with tons of family-friendly things to do – whether you want to…
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February is Black History Month, and there are numerous ways to recognize the month throughout Kansas and in the state’s largest city, Wichita. The African American experience in Wichita, the Heart of the Country, is rich and worth exploring. People in the Heart of the Country are nice and…
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