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  Aquarium at the Boardwalk

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  Aquarium at the Boardwalk is all about fish and fun! Be thrilled and mesmerized by an undersea journey that takes you through worlds teeming with colorful fish, sharks, stingrays, seahorses, and so much more. Along the way, you'll be delighted by playful photo ops, activities, and adventures including exploring a jelly infinity room, climbing through a kelp forest, and petting a shark. From the moment you splash below the surface on an exciting Submarine Adventure to your final glorious view of the Coral Reef, you'll feel like a part of the ocean life all around you. You'll leave enchanted with a new appreciation for what we can do together to keep our oceans thriving. If you're planning a trip to Branson, check out www.AquariumattheBoardwalk.com to learn more about this fun aquarium and purchase tickets. (less) ... Read more

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  $2 OFF All Access Pass at Hollywood Wax Museum, Castle of Chaos, Hannah's Maze of Mirrors, Shoot for the Stars Mini-Golf and the brand new Aquarium at the Boardwalk. Present coupon at box o…

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  Grizzly Jacks Starved Rock

  Utica

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  Welcome to Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort A Hotel and Resort Near Starved Rock State Park

     Discover a magical family getaway just beyond the glow of Chicago at Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort. Nestled in the Starved Rock area of Illinois, Grizzly Jack's is an oasis of relaxation and adventure - a destination where water park fun meets nature. Escape from the big city and enjoy a vacation in the scenic Northwoods at Grizzly Jack's - an unforgettable place to unwind, play, meet, dine and explore with family and friends.

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  POGO PASS - KANSAS CITY

  Kansas City

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  ONE Pass. ONE Price. ENDLESS Memories! Pogo Pass is the Ultimate Fun Pass. Your pass saves hundreds of dollars and provides a year of fun stuff to do such as water parks, museums, zoos, bowling, play centers and more! Visit participating venues and attractions without having to pay admission at each one (see website for the number of visits). The pass pays for itself after visiting 1 or 2 venues! Buy your passes online at pogopass.com using promo code USFGKC for 50% OFF each pass. Download the free app Venues scan your app when you visit. Gift certificates also available. Promo code is valid for any city where Pogo Pass is offered. Venues subject to change. One pass needed per person. (less) ... Read more

  Buy your passes online at pogopass.com using promo code USFGKC for 50% OFF each pass

  Buy your passes online at pogopass.com using promo code USFGKC for 50% OFF each pass. ONE Pass at https://www.pogopass.com?affiliate_code=usfgkc ONE Price. ENDLESS Memories! Pogo Pass is …

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  Silver Dollar City

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  Silver Dollar City, Branson, Missouri, is one of the most popular vacation destinations in the country. Travel back in time to the simplicity of 1880s America, and enjoy the best in Branson entertainment plus a host of festivals and events.

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  Silver Dollar City

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  NATIONAL CRAFTS & COWBOY FESTIVAL (September 13 - October 28)

     For fall, Silver Dollar City presents the National Crafts & Cowboy Festival, featuring some of the nation's finest craftsmen and authentic cowboys. The festival presents a Wild West Show with trick riders, ropers and a world-champion Native American Hoop dancer; Western music; a barn dance, and 125 visiting craftsmen. Best of Missouri Hands juried artists demonstrate their art and fall harvest foods are served up September 13 - October 28 at the Branson, Missouri theme park.

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  Silver Dollar City

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  AN OLD TIME CHRISTMAS (November 4 - December 30)

     Our An Old Time Christmas festival, this year adding a huge new area: Christmas in Midtown, with towering light displays 9 stories high, animated figures in lights, and 1.5 million additional lights, bringing the park total to over 6.5 million lights! Christmas in Midtown is our largest single lighting expansion in the past 20 years of this festival. Details below: One of the nation's most acclaimed Christmas festivals, profiled by USA Today, CNN Travel, The Travel Channel and Good Morning America, is even bigger and brighter this year with an all-new area: NEW: Christmas in Midtown, a 70,000 sq. ft. area filled with new light displays 9 stories high, including 30 angels, animated reindeer pulling a sleigh, 3 light tunnels, two 40-foot long moving trains, dozens of stars and snowflakes, and a 50-foot tree, all created at Silver Dollar City. Christmas in Midtown, the largest single lighting expansion to date in the past 2 decades of the festival, adds 1.5 million new lights, bringing the park's total to 6.5 million lights! Rudolph's Holly Jolly Christmas Light Parade, led by the most famous reindeer of all, features musical lighted floats with 200,000 lights accompanied by 33 costumed characters. Rudolph's Christmas Town, where kids can meet Rudolph, Clarice and Bumble, also includes activities from Reindeer Games to cookie decorating. Two original musical productions present Broadway-style experiences, with elaborate sets and talented casts: It's a Wonderful Life, adapted from the Frank Capra classic, and the acclaimed production A Dickens' Christmas Carol. The Christmas on Main Street light & sound show features the 5-Story Special Effects Christmas Tree with over 350,000 colorful LED lights. Tinker Junior's Toy Shop is an interactive show for kids featuring a 12-foot talking and singing Christmas tree. Kids can meet Santa in Santa Claus Lane, illuminated in colorful lights. Plus, the festival presents holiday shows, a musical Living Nativity, shows, rides, shopping and new Silver Dollar City dining specialties. During An Old Time Christmas, Silver Dollar City is open Thursdays - Sundays, plus Wednesdays Nov. 22 and December 20, and open after Christmas Dec. 26-30. Hours and schedules are at http://www.silverdollarcity.com/theme-park/Festivals/An-Old-Time-Christmas (less) ... Read more

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  Worlds of Fun

  Kansas City

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  Worlds of Fun is a traditional amusement park themed around Jules Verne's adventure book "Around the World in Eighty Days". The park offers its guests more than 100 rides and attractions, including six world-class roller coasters, thrill rides, and award-winning live entertainment.

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  Color Me Mine of Wichita

  Wichita

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  Plan your next birthday party or special event at Color Me Mine in Wichita!

     Color Me Mine pottery painting studio offers amazing birthday parties and special events for any occasion for all ages here in our studio, or at your location! We proudly serve and support our local community groups. Ask about our programs and events for Schools, Scouts, Churches, Preschools, Hospitals, Retirement Facilities and more. Color Me Mine is not just for kids! Check out our adult pottery painting workshops and events! Visit our website to learn more about our event packages and book today! All of our materials are non-toxic and food safe.

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  Harlem Globetrotters 2023 World Tour

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  HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS 2023 WORLD TOUR - PRESENTED BY JERSEY MIKE'S The Harlem Globetrotters 2023 World Tour presented by Jersey Mike's is coming with game like never before! Your favorite Globetrotter stars are bringing out their amazing basketball skill, outrageous athleticism and a non-stop LOL good time. Join the Globetrotters as they go head-to-head against the Washington Generals who will stop at nothing to try and defeat the world's winningest team! In 2023, every fan is getting in on this action...that means YOU, so get ready! It's GLOBETROTTER game time! (less) ... Read more

  NOW ON SALE - Save up to 20% with Promo Code: USFAM

  Save up to 20% with Promo Code: USFAM - MUST PURCHASE 1 WEEK BEFORE GAME DATE. Bringing world-class basketball showmanship to arenas all over the U.S. HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS 2023 WORLD T…

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  POGO PASS - KANSAS CITY

  Kansas City

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  ONE Pass. ONE Price. ENDLESS Memories! Pogo Pass is the Ultimate Fun Pass. Your pass saves hundreds of dollars and provides a year of fun stuff to do such as water parks, museums, zoos, bowling, play centers and more! Visit participating venues and attractions without having to pay admission at each one (see website for the number of visits). The pass pays for itself after visiting 1 or 2 venues! Buy your passes online at pogopass.com using promo code USFGKC for 50% OFF each pass. Download the free app Venues scan your app when you visit. Gift certificates also available. Promo code is valid for any city where Pogo Pass is offered. Venues subject to change. One pass needed per person. (less) ... Read more

  Buy your passes online at pogopass.com using promo code USFGKC for 50% OFF each pass

  Buy your passes online at pogopass.com using promo code USFGKC for 50% OFF each pass. ONE Pass at https://www.pogopass.com?affiliate_code=usfgkc ONE Price. ENDLESS Memories! Pogo Pass is …

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  Silver Dollar City

  Branson

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  NATIONAL CRAFTS & COWBOY FESTIVAL (September 13 - October 28)

     For fall, Silver Dollar City presents the National Crafts & Cowboy Festival, featuring some of the nation's finest craftsmen and authentic cowboys. The festival presents a Wild West Show with trick riders, ropers and a world-champion Native American Hoop dancer; Western music; a barn dance, and 125 visiting craftsmen. Best of Missouri Hands juried artists demonstrate their art and fall harvest foods are served up September 13 - October 28 at the Branson, Missouri theme park.

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  Silver Dollar City

  Branson

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  AN OLD TIME CHRISTMAS (November 4 - December 30)

     Our An Old Time Christmas festival, this year adding a huge new area: Christmas in Midtown, with towering light displays 9 stories high, animated figures in lights, and 1.5 million additional lights, bringing the park total to over 6.5 million lights! Christmas in Midtown is our largest single lighting expansion in the past 20 years of this festival. Details below: One of the nation's most acclaimed Christmas festivals, profiled by USA Today, CNN Travel, The Travel Channel and Good Morning America, is even bigger and brighter this year with an all-new area: NEW: Christmas in Midtown, a 70,000 sq. ft. area filled with new light displays 9 stories high, including 30 angels, animated reindeer pulling a sleigh, 3 light tunnels, two 40-foot long moving trains, dozens of stars and snowflakes, and a 50-foot tree, all created at Silver Dollar City. Christmas in Midtown, the largest single lighting expansion to date in the past 2 decades of the festival, adds 1.5 million new lights, bringing the park's total to 6.5 million lights! Rudolph's Holly Jolly Christmas Light Parade, led by the most famous reindeer of all, features musical lighted floats with 200,000 lights accompanied by 33 costumed characters. Rudolph's Christmas Town, where kids can meet Rudolph, Clarice and Bumble, also includes activities from Reindeer Games to cookie decorating. Two original musical productions present Broadway-style experiences, with elaborate sets and talented casts: It's a Wonderful Life, adapted from the Frank Capra classic, and the acclaimed production A Dickens' Christmas Carol. The Christmas on Main Street light & sound show features the 5-Story Special Effects Christmas Tree with over 350,000 colorful LED lights. Tinker Junior's Toy Shop is an interactive show for kids featuring a 12-foot talking and singing Christmas tree. Kids can meet Santa in Santa Claus Lane, illuminated in colorful lights. Plus, the festival presents holiday shows, a musical Living Nativity, shows, rides, shopping and new Silver Dollar City dining specialties. During An Old Time Christmas, Silver Dollar City is open Thursdays - Sundays, plus Wednesdays Nov. 22 and December 20, and open after Christmas Dec. 26-30. Hours and schedules are at http://www.silverdollarcity.com/theme-park/Festivals/An-Old-Time-Christmas (less) ... Read more

Family Activities

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  Baketivity

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  Subscribe! Bake! Discover! IT'S MORE THAN JUST A BAKING KIT: Baketivity Is A Wonderful Way To Bond With Children And Build Skills In An Informal Way; It Is Easy, Fun, And Mess-Free With The Most Delicious Results! WHOLESOME INGREDIENTS: Create Everlasting Memories With Fresh, Certified Kosher Ingredients That Are Manufactured In An FDA Approved Facility In The USA. EASY BAKING: Mix and stir in a snap with pre-measured ingredients and simple, kid-friendly instructions. RECIPES BOOK: Step-by-step instructions with colorful, kid-friendly illustrations to make sure every bite comes out perfectly. ENJOYABLE LEARNING: Explore exciting, colorful lessons and play educational games while your treats bake. SHOPPING LIST: Detailed shopping list for the wet ingredients and baking tools you will need in each kit. FREE HAT AND APRON: One size fits all Baketivity kids apron with a chef hat; it will be the best addition for your little baker! (less) ... Read more

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  Color Me Mine of Wichita

  Wichita

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  Immerse your child in the arts with Color Me Mine in Wichita!

     At Color Me Mine we feel it is equally important for children to learn about and experience the arts. Color Me Mine is committed to providing a forum for kids to express their creativity, to relax, have some fun and learn in a creative and pressure-free environment.

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  Grizzly Jacks Starved Rock

  Utica

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  Welcome to Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort A Hotel and Resort Near Starved Rock State Park

     Discover a magical family getaway just beyond the glow of Chicago at Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort. Nestled in the Starved Rock area of Illinois, Grizzly Jack's is an oasis of relaxation and adventure - a destination where water park fun meets nature. Escape from the big city and enjoy a vacation in the scenic Northwoods at Grizzly Jack's - an unforgettable place to unwind, play, meet, dine and explore with family and friends.

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  Harlem Globetrotters 2023 World Tour

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  Harlem Globetrotters 2023 World Tour

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  HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS 2023 WORLD TOUR - PRESENTED BY JERSEY MIKE'S The Harlem Globetrotters 2023 World Tour presented by Jersey Mike's is coming with game like never before! Your favorite Globetrotter stars are bringing out their amazing basketball skill, outrageous athleticism and a non-stop LOL good time. Join the Globetrotters as they go head-to-head against the Washington Generals who will stop at nothing to try and defeat the world's winningest team! In 2023, every fan is getting in on this action...that means YOU, so get ready! It's GLOBETROTTER game time! (less) ... Read more

  NOW ON SALE - Save up to 20% with Promo Code: USFAM

  Save up to 20% with Promo Code: USFAM - MUST PURCHASE 1 WEEK BEFORE GAME DATE. Bringing world-class basketball showmanship to arenas all over the U.S. HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS 2023 WORLD T…

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  Merriam Parks and Recreation Dept.

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  Merriam is located in the Northeast section of Johnson County in the Kansas City Metro Area. Summertime visit the Merriam Aquatic Center, Farmers Market on Wednesday evenings or Saturday mornings, or one of our Cruise Nights or Summer Sundays in Merriam.

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  POGO PASS - KANSAS CITY

  Kansas City

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  ONE Pass. ONE Price. ENDLESS Memories! Pogo Pass is the Ultimate Fun Pass. Your pass saves hundreds of dollars and provides a year of fun stuff to do such as water parks, museums, zoos, bowling, play centers and more! Visit participating venues and attractions without having to pay admission at each one (see website for the number of visits). The pass pays for itself after visiting 1 or 2 venues! Buy your passes online at pogopass.com using promo code USFGKC for 50% OFF each pass. Download the free app Venues scan your app when you visit. Gift certificates also available. Promo code is valid for any city where Pogo Pass is offered. Venues subject to change. One pass needed per person. (less) ... Read more

  Buy your passes online at pogopass.com using promo code USFGKC for 50% OFF each pass

  Buy your passes online at pogopass.com using promo code USFGKC for 50% OFF each pass. ONE Pass at https://www.pogopass.com?affiliate_code=usfgkc ONE Price. ENDLESS Memories! Pogo Pass is …

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  POGO PASS - KANSAS CITY

  Kansas City

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  ONE Pass. ONE Price. ENDLESS Memories! Pogo Pass is the Ultimate Fun Pass. Your pass saves hundreds of dollars and provides a year of fun stuff to do such as water parks, museums, zoos, bowling, play centers and more! Visit participating venues and attractions without having to pay admission at each one (see website for the number of visits). The pass pays for itself after visiting 1 or 2 venues! Buy your passes online at pogopass.com using promo code USFGKC for 50% OFF each pass. Download the free app Venues scan your app when you visit. Gift certificates also available. Promo code is valid for any city where Pogo Pass is offered. Venues subject to change. One pass needed per person. (less) ... Read more

  Buy your passes online at pogopass.com using promo code USFGKC for 50% OFF each pass

  Buy your passes online at pogopass.com using promo code USFGKC for 50% OFF each pass. ONE Pass at https://www.pogopass.com?affiliate_code=usfgkc ONE Price. ENDLESS Memories! Pogo Pass is …

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  Zonkers

  Olathe

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  Family Entertainment Center

     Zonkers (Previously Jeepers!) is an indoor theme park serving families with children of all ages. Our park provides a diverse mix of Inflatables. Arcade games and Amusement rides built to scale for indoor use. Rides include the popular Python Pit (Roller Coaster), Yak Attack (Mini-Himalaya), Venetian Carousel, Train, Banana Squadron (Airplane Ride), and Soft Play.

Museums/Zoos

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  Aquarium at the Boardwalk

  Branson

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  Aquarium at the Boardwalk is all about fish and fun! Be thrilled and mesmerized by an undersea journey that takes you through worlds teeming with colorful fish, sharks, stingrays, seahorses, and so much more. Along the way, you'll be delighted by playful photo ops, activities, and adventures including exploring a jelly infinity room, climbing through a kelp forest, and petting a shark. From the moment you splash below the surface on an exciting Submarine Adventure to your final glorious view of the Coral Reef, you'll feel like a part of the ocean life all around you. You'll leave enchanted with a new appreciation for what we can do together to keep our oceans thriving. If you're planning a trip to Branson, check out www.AquariumattheBoardwalk.com to learn more about this fun aquarium and purchase tickets. (less) ... Read more

  Best Value in Branson

  $2 OFF All Access Pass at Hollywood Wax Museum, Castle of Chaos, Hannah's Maze of Mirrors, Shoot for the Stars Mini-Golf and the brand new Aquarium at the Boardwalk. Present coupon at box o…

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  Kansas City Zoo

  Kansas City

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  With more than 202 acres nestled inside valleys and rolling hills, the zoo hosts more than 1,000 animals. The Zoo is divided into several sections: Australia, Tiger Trail, KidZone that includes the Discovery Barn, Peek-A-Boo Tree and an Endangered Species Carousel and a 100 acre-Africa Plains. A new Tropics, an indoor rainforest, opens in 2009 and polar bears will return in 2010.

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  POGO PASS - KANSAS CITY

  Kansas City

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  ONE Pass. ONE Price. ENDLESS Memories! Pogo Pass is the Ultimate Fun Pass. Your pass saves hundreds of dollars and provides a year of fun stuff to do such as water parks, museums, zoos, bowling, play centers and more! Visit participating venues and attractions without having to pay admission at each one (see website for the number of visits). The pass pays for itself after visiting 1 or 2 venues! Buy your passes online at pogopass.com using promo code USFGKC for 50% OFF each pass. Download the free app Venues scan your app when you visit. Gift certificates also available. Promo code is valid for any city where Pogo Pass is offered. Venues subject to change. One pass needed per person. (less) ... Read more

  Buy your passes online at pogopass.com using promo code USFGKC for 50% OFF each pass

  Buy your passes online at pogopass.com using promo code USFGKC for 50% OFF each pass. ONE Pass at https://www.pogopass.com?affiliate_code=usfgkc ONE Price. ENDLESS Memories! Pogo Pass is …

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  Rolling Hills Wildlife Adventure

  Salina

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  Here you can get face-to-face with a rare white camel, an Indian rhino, a curious orangutan, an ornery aardvark or many of the other animals of the 100+ species of wildlife at home in our zoo. Great care has been taken to provide our animals spacious and naturalistic environments throughout 60 acres of beautifully landscaped park. As you stroll through the zoo, we hope you take the chance to visit with one of our zookeepers. This dedicated crew is a huge reason why visiting Rolling Hills Zoo is such a unique experience. They are specially trained to enhance the quality of life for our animals, which in turn helps the animals thrive and be extra responsive to zoo visitors. Our zookeepers know the animals well and are happy to relate their own insights to the many animal personalities here at Rolling Hills. (less) ... Read more

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  Sedgwick County Zoo

  Wichita

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  Come face to face with the wildest animals from around the world! See eye to eye with endangered chimpanzees and orangutans. Get to know the gorillas of The Downing Gorilla Forest. Spend the day with colorful birds, playful penguins, poison dart frogs and more than 3,000 other individual animals of all sizes, shapes and colors. Visit the seventh-largest zoo in the nation and discover why Sedgwick County Zoo is the No. 1 outdoor family tourist attraction in Kansas. Come out and play!

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  Sunset Zoo

  Manhattan

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  Sunset Zoo, located in Manhattan, Kansas, is open 360 days a year and is home to over 300 animal species! Mission: to inspire conservation of the natural world.

Preschool Activities

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  My Gym - Overland Park

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  Great Futures Being at My Gym! Gymnastics, music, dance, sports, games, special rides and more! From Birthday parties, to camps, to fun-filled programs throughout the year! My Gym is perfect for ages Perfect for kids ages 6 weeks to 13 years!

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  My Gym - Wichita

  Wichita

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  My Gym Wichita offers high quality fitness and fun classes for children ages 6 months to 6 years old. We also host the BEST birthday parties in town where your child will be the STAR. Preschool Prep, Camps, Tots and Kids Nights Out, Open gym times are also available to develop your child's mind, body and happiness!

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  Tiny Tykes

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  TinyTykes Pre-School Summer Soccer Camps

     Child development with Challenger Sports team of experts and their nationally acclaimed innovative preschool soccer program! TinyTykes is an innovative program, created by childcare specialists that introduces children aged 2 to 5-years to the basic skills of soccer. Both our Cubs (2- 3 years) and our Lions (4-5 years) modules use fundamental soccer activities, games and stories to develop their skills in the following areas: Balance, Agility and Coordination, Technical Skills, Gross Motor Skills, Physical Development, Social Skills, Self Confidence, Communication and of course Teamwork!