Free events in Hutchinson, KS

Connect with fellow esoteric-minded individuals for an evening focused on conversation and tea. No ticket is required to attend.

This event is free to attend, with no cover charge or ticket required.

An intergenerational Tae Kwon Do program at the Goddard Senior Center, offered by Kim’s Academy Tae Kwon Do, welcomes older adults, youth, and families to train together. The curriculum blends martial arts, sport, self-defense, and fitness, encouraging participants to build confidence, strengthen discipline, develop practical skills, and connect across generations. Friday sessions are taught by Jr. Grandmaster Janice Meinhardt, and Monday sessions are led by Jr. Grandmaster Kraig Seglem. Seniors 55 and older who are part of the Goddard Senior Center can attend at no cost. All experience levels are welcome. Goddard Senior Center membership includes benefits and savings.

The Parade of Stars has been reimagined as Parade of Stars Impact Weekend in Wichita, KS, bringing people together for celebration, connection, and purpose across multiple days. The weekend opens with Party at the Park at Naftzger Park, a no-cost community gathering that welcomes everyone. It begins with a happy hour featuring a live DJ and relaxed networking, then grows into a festive experience with performances by noted musical guests, a variety of food trucks, hands-on giveaways, and moments that highlight community impact. The next day features the Parade of Stars and Walk of Fame at Riverside Park. Registration is required. Plans include time to gather and line up, the Adaptive Parade, and a celebratory program with food and carnival-style games.

There is no cover charge. Enjoy authentic country music.

Now in its 21st year, Marshall Motor’s Monster Trucks takes over Marshall Motor Company with towering trucks, high-energy stunts, and a car-crushing showcase. This free, family-friendly event also features a food truck, and monster truck rides are available for $5. Proceeds support the Marine Toy Box.

This one-day marketplace gives children ages 6 to 12 the chance to showcase businesses they created. Participants develop a brand, craft a product or service, plan marketing, and sell to customers. Explore youth-run booths featuring gourmet popcorn, homemade art, fidget toys, candles, and more. This event is free and open to the public.

Wichita Federal Credit Union is hosting a free document shredding event in the K-State Extension Office parking lot. Attendees may bring up to five boxes or bags of personal papers for secure disposal at no charge. For safety, please stay in your vehicle and follow the marked traffic lanes. Event staff will remove the documents from your car and place them in containers for processing on the mobile shred truck or for secure destruction at the facility. Secure shredding helps guard against identity theft, and all paper is recycled. The shredding services are NAID AAA Certified for both mobile and offsite destruction, offering added confidence that your information remains protected.

A recurring D&D Adventure League game night that is free for everyone, open to experienced players and those interested in learning the game. It offers a regular, welcoming setting where newcomers can get started comfortably while returning players enjoy consistent play.

Sundays bring free admission for everyone at the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum, made possible since 2022 through support from the Ruth Spooner Stone Charitable Trust, INTRUST Bank. Visitors can explore local history inside the original 1890 City Hall in Downtown Wichita, with dozens of exhibits featuring thousands of artifacts that illuminate the area’s past. The Museum Store offers books, local souvenirs, and gift items. Regular admission is $5 for adults and $2 for children, and members are always admitted free. The museum is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums.

Sundays at Cowtown feature pay what you wish admission, made possible by a generous donation from Colby Sandlian.

Players meet at the store for Marvel Crisis Protocol, a Marvel-themed tabletop tactics game where heroes and villains battle for control of key points and the surrounding neighborhood takes a beating. New players are welcome, with instruction available for anyone learning. Participation is free.

This free adaptive pickleball practice welcomes participants of all abilities. Wheelchairs are available on site. The focus is on building inclusion, health, and awareness through active play, fostering wellness, social connection, and advocacy for people with physical disabilities. For more information, contact Adaptive Pickleball Coordinator Taylor Nichols at TNichols@ChickenNPickle.com.

Put your knowledge to the test at Bronx Pizza & Pints with a recurring trivia night that pairs gameplay with slices and pints. It is free to participate and no registration is required. All ages can take part. Winners earn prizes along with bragging rights.