12 kid-friendly Halloween events near Wichita with 2026 dates confirmed on their official sites, across 10 towns. The earliest to open is P & M Pumpkin Ranch, on September 19. Every one is suggested for all ages and rated no more than 2 of 5 ghosts on our scare scale.
Pumpkin patch
Rose Hill, KS
Orchard and cidery southeast of Wichita that opens its pick-your-own pumpkin patch each October, with picnic areas, a playground, disc golf and farm-made cider.
- When
- Opens Oct 3, 2026
- Hours
- Wed–Sun 10am–5pm, Fri until 6:30pm
- Price
- $3.50–$4 entry (ages 10+)
Pumpkin patch
Moundridge, KS
U-pick pumpkin patch and flower farm north of Wichita with about 40 activities included in admission, including ziplines and pig races.
- When
- Sept 19–Nov 1, 2026
- Hours
- Wed–Thu 4–7pm, Fri 10am–7pm, Sat 10am–8pm, Sun 10am–7pm
Pumpkin patch
Arkansas City, KS
Family-run agritourism farm in Cowley County with weekend fall days of pumpkins and farm activities; kids two and under get in free.
- When
- Weekends, Sept 19–Nov 8, 2026
- Hours
- Sat 10am–7pm, Sun noon–7pm
- Price
- $12 daily entry; season pass $25
Pumpkin patch
Burns, KS
Fall festival on a farm north of El Dorado with a large pick-your-own pumpkin field, corn maze, jumping pillows and dozens of farm activities.
- When
- Sept 19–Nov 1, 2026
- Hours
- Wed–Sun 10am–7pm
Pumpkin patch
Maize, KS
New family farm opening its first fall season northwest of Wichita, with pumpkins, farm play and a Pumpkin Palooza grand-opening weekend in early October.
- When
- Sept 26–Nov 1, 2026
- Hours
- Fri–Sat 10am–10pm, Sun 10am–7pm
Family event
Wichita, KS
Afternoon Halloween event for kids at the aviation museum in the historic Wichita airport terminal, with costumes among the aircraft.
- When
- Sunday, Oct 18, 2026
- Hours
- Noon–4pm
Family event
Hutchinson, KS
Candlelit Halloween concert by a local orchestra held 650 feet underground in the salt mine's chambers.
- When
- Saturday, Oct 24, 2026
- Hours
- 5–9pm
Fall festival
Arkansas City, KS
Arkansas City's long-running fall festival, now in its 94th year, ending with night and day parades over Halloween weekend.
- When
- Oct 28–31, 2026
Fall festival
Bel Aire, KS
Small city fall festival at the Bel Aire rec center with a vendor fair and family activities.
- When
- Saturday, Oct 17, 2026
- Hours
- 10am–2pm
Fall festival
Goddard, KS
Town fall festival running since the 1960s, with a carnival, parade, vendors, food and a motor show.
- When
- Oct 9–11, 2026
Fall festival
Haysville, KS
Three-day community festival marking Haysville's 75th anniversary, with a parade, car show, craft booths, entertainment and food.
- When
- Oct 23–25, 2026
Fall festival
Maize, KS
One-day city fall festival at the Maize amphitheater with family activities.
- When
- Saturday, Sept 26, 2026
Quick Answers
What kid-friendly Halloween events are open near Wichita in 2026?
Arkalalah, Bel Aire Fall Festival, Broomsticks and Biplanes, Goddard Fall Festival, Haysville Fall Festival, Maize Fall Festival, and 6 more. Each has its 2026 dates, hours and prices on its own page.
When do kid-friendly Halloween events open near Wichita in 2026?
The earliest in this guide is P & M Pumpkin Ranch on September 19, 2026.
What Halloween events near Wichita are not scary at all for little kids?
Arkalalah, Bel Aire Fall Festival, Broomsticks and Biplanes, Goddard Fall Festival, Haysville Fall Festival, Maize Fall Festival, and 6 more are rated 1 of 5 ghosts: not scary.
Which pumpkin patches near Wichita are good for kids?
Meadowlark Farm Pumpkin Patch, P & M Pumpkin Ranch, Pumpkin Pants Ranch, Pumpkinfest at The Walters Farm and Woody's Family Farm, all suggested for all ages.