Lauren's favorite coffee shop! She orders whatever the seasonal coffee or matcha is.

One of Lauren and Hunter's favorite lunch spots. Lauren orders the Wilbur with sweet potato tots. Hunter gets a grilled ham and cheese with fries.

Bubbles is a fun mid-century modern champagne bar located in the workroom on Douglas. There is ample shopping as well as an extensive champagne selection and cocktail menu.

A frequent date night spot for Lauren and Hunter. Hunter gets the pizza and Lauren gets scallops or paella!

A local favorite! Lauren orders the Crispy Skin Salmon or Red Snapper.

Mother of the bride's favorite breakfast and lunch spot. She orders the grilled salmon and farro bowl or the brussel and kale salad. She also recommends the iced dolce vita latte!

A 21+ activity. The bride and sister of the groom's favorite! Lauren orders the pickle party martini (extra spicy), Hailey orders a Dill-i-tini! Honorary mentions are the Mother Pucker, Jolly Juice, Lemon Drop, and Dreamsicle.

Illuminations at Botanica Wichita is an annual holiday light show that transforms the gardens into a glowing winter wonderland with over two million lights, themed displays, and choreographed music features. Visitors can stroll through vibrant garden paths, enjoy highlights like the 62-foot dancing Christmas tree, explore Santa’s Village, and ride the Khicha Family Carousel. Seasonal treats, hot cocoa, and festive scenes create a warm, family-friendly atmosphere. Running from late November through early January, Illuminations has become one of Wichita’s most beloved holiday traditions and a must-see event for all ages.

Exploration Place is Wichita’s premier science and discovery center — a hands-on museum located along the Arkansas River that brings science, technology, history, and imagination to life. Inside, you’ll find interactive exhibits for all ages: everything from a 3-story medieval castle and a life-sized “build and fly” aviation gallery to a miniature-town recreation of 1950s Kansas and a space-themed gallery exploring the universe. The museum also features a large digital Dome Theater / Planetarium with immersive 360-degree shows, live science demonstrations, and special rotating exhibits. With free parking, family-friendly amenities, and plenty to explore — whether you spend an hour or the whole day — Exploration Place offers fun and learning for children and adults alike.

GROW Plant Bar is a unique downtown Wichita spot that blends a boutique plant shop with a DIY terrarium bar and a cozy coffee & cocktail lounge, offering a space where greenery, creativity, and community come together. You can walk in anytime during open hours to build your own terrarium or planter — choosing from vessels, plants, moss, stones, and decorative trinkets — and staff are there to help you design something special. While you craft your plant arrangement, you can relax with a coffee, mocktail, or handcrafted cocktail from their in-house bar. Beyond shopping and sipping, GROW hosts workshops, events, and even private-party gatherings, making it a fun, laid-back destination whether you go solo, with friends, or with family.

Sedgwick County Zoo is a major wildlife park in Wichita, Kansas, home to more than 3,000 animals across nearly 400 species and spread over roughly 247 acres. Its exhibits replicate natural habitats from around the world — from African savannahs with elephants, giraffes, and rhinos to rainforest-style primate habitats, a large walk-through aviary, temperate North American wildlife zones, and a Children’s Farm where visitors can meet domestic animals. The zoo also includes standout features such as the expansive elephant habitat “Reed Family Elephants of the Zambezi River Valley,” complete with a massive 550,000-gallon pool — one of the largest elephant exhibits in the U.S. With a mix of immersive wildlife experiences, educational exhibits, and family-friendly attractions, Sedgwick County Zoo offers a day of adventure and discovery for both kids and adults.