This Veterans Day, we salute our Veterans and extend our gratitude for their service. On this day, let us step back, pause, and salute all who have served and honor the tremendous sacrifices made by the members of the U.S. armed forces and their families. Today and every day, we thank these men and…
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March Madness is coming back to Kansas, complete with a new way to experience it. The 2027 NCAA® Men’s Basketball Championship Opening Rounds are coming to downtown Wichita March 16-17, bringing six games, 12 teams, and two days of win-or-go-home basketball to INTRUST Bank Arena. Tickets are on sale…
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As Kansas prepares for Halloween this Fall, get ready to experience some of the most thrilling sights you've ever laid eyes on. Numerous cities and towns across the state are already encouraging everyone to get out and enjoy this spooky time of the year. You'll find everything you will need to have…
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Get ready to celebrate this upcoming Fall Season in Kansas! You'll find all sorts of communities around the state hosting annual Fall Festivals with amazing festivities! Whether your call to fall is picking out pumpkins for Halloween or exploring haunted places, Kansas is the right place to be. The…
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Autumn in Kansas means following the Yellow Brick Road to Wamego’s OZtoberfest, driving past fiery autumn foliage to orchards and pumpkin patches, and attending colorful arts and cultural events across the state. Here’s our primer to living your best fall life. Home to pomes (fleshy fruits), Pome on…
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One weekend you’re sampling chili from dozens of competitors. The next, you’re celebrating garlic. Then you’re watching hundreds of drones light up the night sky or wandering through a Renaissance village. That’s fall in Wichita. From food festivals and cultural celebrations to art shows, concerts…
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Ready for some Labor Day Weekend fun? Kansas has some amazing local events in store just for you! Be sure to use #ToTheStarsKS when you post your patriotic pics for your chance to be featured on the Kansas Tourism social channels! Sunflower Festival at Kansas Maze - Buhler What's more Kansas than a…
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As America prepares to celebrate America250, there’s no better way to experience the nation’s story than through its food. Across Kansas, travelers can find the flavors that have shaped generations of family traditions, road trips and hometown memories. In Wichita, those flavors come served…
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Below is your guide to celebrating America’s 250th birthday in Kansas—all year long. Explore a statewide lineup of events and festivals designed to match every interest. For those who love history, you'll have the opportunity to step into the past through thought-provoking lectures, special exhibits…
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We hope everyone had an amazing Fourth of July Celebration for America's 250th Anniversary! Since this is such a special year in American history, the Kansas 250 commission is keeping the celebration going by encouraging everyone to participate in year-round events for 2026. Check out our blog post…
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