Posted in Kansas
December 10, 2017
You Must Visit These 11 Awesome Places In Kansas This Winter
In Kansas, winter is often filled with snow in the west, and slush in the east. Occasionally, however, we have nice days with white fluff covering the ground and making everything picture-perfect. Though many love the cold, we don’t have forever to enjoy winter to its fullest. With that in mind, here’s a few things you should do this winter!
We’re aware that these uncertain times are limiting many aspects of life as we all practice social and physical distancing. While we’re continuing to feature destinations that make our state wonderful, we don’t expect or encourage you to go check them out immediately. We believe that supporting local attractions is important now more than ever and we hope our articles inspire your future adventures! And on that note, please nominate your favorite local business that could use some love right now: https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/nominate/
One of Wichita's most beautiful winter attractions, the lights at the Botanica Gardens are among the best in the area. Walking through different themed areas covered with lights of all kinds is something you just can't miss.
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Sometimes if you visit near a ranch in the Flint Hills, you'll come across a group of horses just hanging out. They're mostly wild, only fed supplements in the winter months when food is less easily found.
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Winfield has a park that serves as an "island" of green within the city. Every year, the "island" becomes an Isle of Lights that's almost two miles around. At least you can stay in your car with your cocoa!
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Rent them at any time of year for a special addition to an event, or visit them while Santa's at their farm for a great Christmas memory.
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If you have a plastic Christmas tree already up, maybe you should get a small live tree to make your home smell just perfect? Alternately, if you love live trees, then here's some of the best farms to find one.
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This Christmas store in Russell is a great place to find unique decorations while supporting small businesses. It's a place for decoration, inspiration, and antiques to complete your holiday decor.
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Annually, Wichita's Cowtown Museum hosts a Victorian Christmas that's far from the ones you'll see at home. They have carriage rides, caroling, and authentic Victorian decor.
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These drive-through lights are just another one of Kansas's amazing light shows, this time with almost 2 million lights to see.
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Wakeeney is our most famous (and one of our best) Christmas towns. It's a Kansas tradition to go to every tree lighting, but the town is just as magical even if you can't make it that first night.
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There's far more to do than just Wakeeney, so here's a list of 12 more that'll add to your winter bucket list for sure.
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Many a spot in Kansas turns into a breathtaking scene as soon as snow arrives. Where are you waiting for snow to hit?
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While you’re running around this winter, maybe you’ll want to stop and grab a bite at one of these amazing restaurants you’ll never need a reservation at.
