What to Do Today in Wichita

Updated Thursday, April 9, 2026

Wichita on April 9, 2026, offers a mix of cultural events, live music, outdoor activities with farmers' markets and parks, and sports. There are options for families, couples, and individuals, with both free and paid events throughout the day and into the evening. The city has a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.

1. Kansas Grown! Farmers Market

Shop for locally grown produce, handmade items, and more from Kansas producers.

Sedgwick County Extension Office (West Wichita) - 21st & Ridge

7:00 AM - 12:00 PM

2. Little Explorers: Cotton Ball Raincloud

A fun, hands-on activity for young children at the Museum of World Treasures.

Museum of World Treasures, 835 E 1st St N

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

3. Oak Park Visit

Enjoy a stroll, play disc golf, or relax by the lily pond in this Wichita Wild habitat area.

Oak Park, 1100 W 11th St N

Any time

4. Sip & Build Disney Night

An evening event at Exploration Place.

Exploration Place, 300 N McLean Blvd

6:00 PM

5. Candlelight: 90s Hip-Hop on Strings

Experience 90s hip-hop music performed by a string quartet in a unique setting.

Kansas Aviation Museum, 1100S George Washington Blvd

6:30 PM

6. Bored Teachers- Is It Friday Yet?!

A comedy show at Crown Uptown Theatre.

Crown Uptown Theatre, 3207 E 17th St N

7:30 PM

7. Josey Scott Concert

See Josey Scott perform live at the Wave.

Wave, 650 E 2nd St N

7:30 PM

8. Dinner at Saltgrass Steak House

Enjoy steaks, chicken, and seafood.

Saltgrass Steak House, 2624 Greenwich Rd

11:00 AM - 9:00 PM (Sun-Thu)

9. Happy Hour at Twin Peaks

Enjoy discounted drinks and bites.

Twin Peaks West Wichita, off W. Taft Street just north of W. Kellogg Ave

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

10. Wichita Art Museum Visit

Explore art exhibits.

Wichita Art Museum, 1400 Museum Blvd

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

11. Old Cowtown Museum

Step back in time at this living history museum.

Old Cowtown Museum, 1865 Museum Blvd

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

12. Botanica, The Wichita Gardens

Explore themed gardens and enjoy the beauty of nature.

701 Amidon St, Wichita, KS 67203

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

13. OJ Watson Park

Enjoy fishing, kayaking, or pedal boats on the 40-acre lake.

O.J. Watson Park, 3022 S. Mclean Boulevard

Anytime

14. Exploration Place

A science museum with interactive exhibits.

300 N McLean Blvd, Wichita, KS 67203

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

15. Pizza Ranch FunZone Arcade

Pizza and arcade games.

Pizza Ranch, 2121 N Tyler Rd

11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

16. Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar

Enjoy a cheeseburger or a cocktail

Multiple Locations

11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

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