Together with Meritrust Credit Union

Whoa – Meritrust is the GOLD winner for Best Credit Union of Wichita for the fourth year in a row!

You know I love banking at a credit union that really cares about its members AND the community.

Since the beginning, the Meritrust mission has not changed: to improve the lives of its members and the communities it serves. This is a shining example of why they're the best in Wichita, always staying true to their mission.

Congratulations, Meritrust!

Weekend

🎭 Ballet Wichita Presents the 51st Annual Nutcracker Ballet
Century II | 12/19–12/21 | 🎟️ $30+

A Wichita holiday tradition featuring live orchestra, stunning sets, and classic Nutcracker magic.

🦁 Wild Lights (FINAL WEEKEND)
Sedgwick County Zoo | Now–12/21 | 🎟 $14+
Twinkling light displays, animals after dark, and one last chance to catch this winter favorite.

🎄 Holidaze of Our Lives
Various Locations | Now–12/21 | 🎟️ $30+
A festive holiday pop-up experience packed with seasonal vibes and photo ops.

✨ Illuminations
Botanica | Now–1/3 | 🎟️ $19 adults / $12 kids
Botanica transforms into a glowing winter wonderland with thousands of lights.

🎨 Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience
3535 N Rock Rd Suite 100 | Now–12/28 | 🎟️ Ticketed
Walk through Van Gogh’s masterpieces in this immersive, multi-sensory exhibit.

🚁 Helicopter Holiday Light Tours
Downtown | Now–12/28 | 🎟️ $350
See Wichita’s Christmas lights from above for a truly unforgettable holiday experience.

🚂 Watson’s Christmas Express
OJ Watson Park | Now–12/21 (Fri–Sun) | 🎟️ $15
Train rides, lights, and classic holiday fun for the whole family.

❄️ Somewhere in Winter
250 N Saint Francis Ave | Now–1/4 | 🎟️ $15 rink / Free grounds
A winter-themed immersive art and entertainment experience downtown.

🪟 Downtown Wichita Window Wonderland
Downtown | Now–1/1 | Free
Stroll downtown and check out beautifully decorated storefront windows.

🌲 Old Fashioned Christmas
Prairie Pines | Now–12/23
A cozy, nostalgic Christmas experience with lights, crafts, and holiday charm.

🔮 Winter Solstice Spirit Fair
Cotillion | 12/20 - 12/21 | 🎟️ $11+
Vendors, readings, and holistic goods.

Thursday 12/18

🎄 Cowtown Christmas Soiree
Old Cowtown Museum | 6:30pm | 🎟️ $75

Step back in time for an old-fashioned Christmas celebration.

🍽️ Elevated Holiday Dinner
The Envision Bistro at NICHE | 6pm | 🎟️ $125
A curated holiday dinner with elevated flavors and festive atmosphere.

🍷 Point Nine Wine Dinner
Point Nine | 6pm | 🎟️ $95
Wine pairings and a special multi-course holiday menu.

🎬 The Apartment
Orpheum at Century II | 7pm | 🎟️ $12+
A holiday-season screening of the classic film.

🧠 Christmas Trivia Night
Hopping Gnome | 7:30pm | Free
Holiday-themed trivia with drinks and friendly competition.

Friday 12/19

🎅 Cookies with Santa
Kansas Aviation Museum | Evening | 🎟️ $5 per adult, kids 12 and under free

Cookies, cocoa, and Santa in an aviation-themed setting.

⛸️ Winter 2025 Figure Skating Recital
Wichita Ice Center | 6pm | Free
Local skaters show off their winter routines.

🎨 Christmas Color & Sip
Hopping Gnome | 6pm | 🎟️ $10-15
Relax, sip, and color your way into the holidays.

🎥 The Dude: Movie Night
Brickyard | 7pm
A laid-back movie night with cocktails.

😂 Jamie Lissow
Century II | 7pm | 🎟️ $34+
Nationally touring comedian hits Wichita.

🎄 Snow Ball Formal
Barks & Brews | 6pm | 🎟️ Free for Parents, Pups must be registered
Dress up and celebrate the season with a festive formal.

🎭 Live Improv Comedy
Flying Pig | 8pm | 🎟️ $15
Fast-paced, audience-driven comedy.

🕺 Stranger Things 80s Dance Party
Wave | 9pm | 🎟️ $12+

Throw it back to the Upside Down with 80s hits.

🛼 Adult Skate Night
Carousel Skate Center | 9:30pm | 🎟️ $10, Skates $4
Late-night skating for adults only.

**LIMITED TIME ONLY**

These shirts are flying like hot cakes.

If you want one, I’d grab one today or you might miss out. We have very limited quantity and sizes.

I can all but guarantee you will:

1. find it comfy (I’m wearing one as I type this and it is my new favorite shirt)

2. Get a lot of compliments because it is such a unique and cool (and local) shirt

Saturday 12/20

🛍️ Wichita Flea Market
Century II | 9am | 🎟️ $5
Hundreds of vendors and unique finds.

🌽 Old Town Farm & Art Market
Old Town | 10am | Free
Local produce, art, and handmade goods.

🎉 SoCe Holiday Party
Child Advocacy Center | 1pm | Free
Community holiday celebration.

🎅 Cookies with Santa
Point Nine | 3pm | 🎟️ $59
Another chance to meet Santa with treats included.

🍻 Official Christmas Bar Crawl
The Dive | 4pm | 🎟️ $13
Holiday outfits encouraged, bar hopping required.

🎨 Christmas Color & Sip
Hopping Gnome | 6pm | 🎟️ $16
Adult coloring with a festive twist.

🎭 Live Improv Comedy
Flying Pig | 8pm | 🎟️ $15

Sunday 12/21

🚶 Holiday Strolls
Bradley Fair | 2pm | Free
Shop, stroll, and soak in the holiday atmosphere.

🏰 Gingerbread Castles & Hot Cocoa Teatime
Artichoke Downtown | 8pm | 🎟️ $10+
A cozy, creative way to close out the weekend.

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