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Posts From: July 2026

Sunflower Summer Rural Road-Trip

By Seth Jarvis on Jul. 17, 2026

They say the best things in life are free, and they’re right. Sunflower Summer offers Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø families a get-out-of-the-house free card they can carry in their pocket. A chance to have free rein (and free admission) to visit museums, zoos, historical attractions, and nature centers. Don’t forget to…

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Sunflower Summer Program Pet-Friendly Explorations

By Kelsey Wendling on Jul. 15, 2026

Tails of Adventure with Your Whole Family: Calling all Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø families! Are you ready to make the most of your summer by discovering the unique and exciting attractions our beautiful state has to offer? Look no further than the Sunflower Summer Program—an exciting opportunity designed to encourage…

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Bring the Whole Family on a Wildlife-Filled Adventure to South Central Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø

By Gary Thompson on Jul. 14, 2026

Encounter young elephants at Sedgwick County Zoo, let lemurs leap into your lap at Tanganyika Wildlife Park, and travel back to the age of dinosaurs in the Wichita ‘burb of Derby. This itinerary will have everyone in your group enjoying a roaring good time. From launch to splashdown, the slides at…

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Wild Open Spaces Await on a Weeklong Adventure through Southwest Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø

By Jess Hoffert on Jul. 09, 2026

Unleash your inner cowgirl or cowboy in the southern and western reaches of the state. This is a land where buffalo roam, ranchers ride horseback, and spurs are always on trend. The below experiences are listed from west to east for a ready-made road trip itinerary. Corner Kick In Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø’ extreme…

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A Taste of Americana in Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø: Classic Comfort Food Stops in Wichita

By Visit Wichita on Jul. 06, 2026

As America prepares to celebrate America250, there’s no better way to experience the nation’s story than through its food. Across Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø, 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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Celebrate America 250 in Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø

By Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø on Jul. 05, 2026

Below is your guide to celebrating America’s 250th birthday in Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø—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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Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø 4th of July Celebrations: Join the Party!

By Jordan Roemerman on Jul. 01, 2026

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 Â鶹´«Ã½¹ÙÍø 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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