Wichita Life

04/07/2026

ICYMI - street reporter Joshua Alexander sent in an update from the upcoming Bradley Fair Cheesecake Factory in case you were worried it might not actually happen

While we have your attention, where is your favorite local cheesecake in Wichita?

04/06/2026

🚨 GIVEAWAY ALERT 🚨

April is here and we want to help you have the perfect Spring date night so we’re partnering with our friends at the Sweet Spot and Summit Risk Solutions to make that happen!

Enter to win $100 to the Sweet Spot (dine-in only)!

To enter:
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2) follow Wichita Life The Sweet Spot Summit Risk Solutions
3) tag friends below - one comment = one entry
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Giveaway ends Monday, April 13th! Winner will be announced on IG.

04/06/2026

What do all of these places have in common?

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Our friends at IdeaTek are giving away daily passes to local attractions from March 31 to April 9. Only a few days left!

If you’re looking for a local internet option that’s fast, reliable, and doesn’t break the bank, these guys are the ones to talk to (we switched last year and haven’t looked back).

One entry qualifies you for the whole week of prizes.

04/06/2026

Your favorite (free) family activity is coming back for not one, not ten, not twenty, but coming back for TWENTY-SEVEN (27!) weeks!

That’s right, the free outdoor RiverFlix movie nights at Exploration Place start on Friday,  April 24. The only Friday they are skipping is Sept 25 for the Drone Light Festival (Mark your calendar for that too!)

The current schedule includes:
- April 24 - SING
- May 1 - Zootopia 2
- May 8 - The Muppets Movie
- May 15 - How to Train Your Dragon
- May 22 - Finding Dory

What family movie would you like to see at RiverFlix?

04/06/2026

It looks like The Derby Shores is on its way according to street reporter Joshua Alexander !

“The Derby Shores” is a partnership with Crystal Lagoons that will cover 4.5-acre and cost $160 million.

04/05/2026

If you have ever felt like public schools are not for your student (maybe your kid, maybe a relative, maybe just a friend), maybe it is time to evaluate the options.

Khan Lab School Wichita is a different approach to education and it is making a huge difference in dozens of kids lives.

KLS Wichita stands out with their personalized learning, integration of tech, and focusing on skills for the future.

If any of this sounds interesting, check it out today.

Applications are open at KLSWichita dot org (or dm us and we will connect you)!

04/04/2026

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04/03/2026

Farmers’ market season is back! 🌻☀️

Whether you’re looking for fresh produce, flowers, baked goods, local art, or just a reason to get outside!

Which are you hitting first? Let us know below 👇

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04/02/2026

Wichita Riverfest will be here before you know it.

You’ve probably seen or heard people mention the “Admiral Windwagon Smith” each year - but who exactly is the Admiral?

Past Admiral XLIV (44), Wendy Johnson, sat down with us to share the story.

Stay tuned to learn more about the history of Riverfest!

04/02/2026

Here is what’s happening in Wichita this weekend!

For a full list of weekend events, live music, and more - click the link in our bio to subscribe to the (100% free) Wichita Life Update!

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