School’s Out For

They say the best things in life are free, and they’re right.

Sunflower Summer offers Kansas families a get out of the house free card you can carry in your pocket. A chance to have free rein (and free admission) visiting museums, zoos, historical attractions and nature centers. An app for free family fun!

Kansas Families:

Get Started in 3 Easy Steps

Step 01:

Download the Sunflower Summer apP

Step 02:

Create an account

Step 03:

Visit Kansas attractions this summer for free

search by location

Your questions

answered

what is sunflower summer?

The Sunflower Summer Program, hosted by Kansas Tourism, is a benefit for Kansas families with school-aged children to encourage them to explore, and fall in love, with Kansas. The program is designed to give affordable access to tourism attractions across the state and support the Kansas tourism economy. Eligible Kansas families download the Sunflower Summer App to claim tickets to participating venues. Tickets are redeemed at participating venues upon their arrival. Each user can only use tickets once per venue during the 2024 season.

Is Sunflower Summer Free?

Sunflower Summer is a free program. Please remember, this program is for Kansas residents only.

When is the 2024 Sunflower Summer Season?

The 2024 Sunflower Summer user season is Saturday, May 25 – Sunday, August 11, 2024.

who can create a sunflower summer app account?

Kansas residents with an eligible student may access 1 free admission ticket for the student and guardians per venue. Guardians are eligible to create a Sunflower Summer account for the family that students may be added to. You may download the Sunflower Summer App from anywhere, but it may only be used within Kansas at participating attractions.

Are all of the attractions listed appropriate for children of all ages?

While all attractions listed are student-friendly, we encourage you to do additional research to ensure that the attraction is a good fit for your family. Some exhibits or attractions may contain themes, environments, or artifacts that might not be suitable for all families.

Does the program include all students in Kansas?

All Kansas students (including public, private, and homeschooled students) Pre-K through 12th grade are included in the program.

I don’t live in Kansas. Can I still use Sunflower Summer tickets?

All Kansas students (including public, private, and homeschooled students) Pre-K through 12th grade are included in the program.

We have family from another state visiting this summer, can they participate?

The program is made for Kansas students and families only. Students enrolled at a school outside of Kansas are not eligible to access the free ticket vouchers.

how many times can i use my free tickets?

The Sunflower Summer App allows you 1 free admission ticket per student for each attraction. Once you have used the Sunflower Summer app for a specific attraction, the app will "stamp" the ticket and it will no longer be valid to be re-used.

do adults get free tickets too?

Yes! Up to two adults may accompany a group of students and access a free ticket voucher.

I have grandchildren. Can Grandparents also participate?

Any parent or legal guardian is eligible to create an account for their children. This includes grandparents. Once an account is created, the children are added to the account, and it becomes a family account. Non-guardian grandparents are also eligible to have a child's ticket transferred to their Sunflower Summer account by the child's legal guardian.

can we use my child’s free ticket if they’re going with another adult?

Yes, ticket transfers are possible. The parent or legal guardian may transfer their free admissions ticket to another adult who has the app downloaded. Once the ticket has been transferred and used, this will count as the student's one entry into the venue.

Are Sunflower Summer locations accessible for users with disabilities?

Each location in the Sunflower Summer program has different accessibility amenities. To learn more about each location, click on the desired location in the categories above. This will take you to their listing on TravelKS.com, the official website of Kansas Tourism. Open the tab labeled ‘Amenities’ and review what that location has to offer. If you have additional questions about the specific needs for your family, please call the attraction directly. Please note, student users who are enrolled in transitional programs are also eligible for the Sunflower Summer program.

I have a visual impairment (color blindness), can I use the app?

Yes, the most efficient method on all phones is to adjust the display feature on your device settings.

Open Settings
Tap Accessibility
Tap Display & Text Size
There are multiple display options to enhance the visibility of the screen. The best for color blindness is to select the "color filter" option.

Who may I contact if I have technical issues?

During the Sunflower Summer Season (May 25 - August 11), please use the in-app support feature. For all other program questions, please send an email to sunflowersummer@ks.gov

How will tolling on the Kansas Turnpike change this summer?

The Kansas Turnpike will convert to a cashless tolling system on July 1, 2024. There will be no on-road payment option. Customers will pay for tolls using, a KTAG, or compatible transponder, or through a mailed bill using the vehicle’s registration information. To pay the lowest toll, travelers are encouraged to get a KTAG. Learn more at www.DriveKS.com

School’s Out For

sunflower summer!

attractions

Put 220+ Places in Your Pocket

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Be Home Free

in your home state

Kansas Families:

Get Started in 3 Easy Steps

Step 01:

Download the Sunflower Summer apP

Step 02:

Create an account

Step 03:

Visit Kansas attractions this summer for free

search by location

Your questions

answered

Once that final school bell rings,
the real fun begins.

Plan your next summer adventure now!

Contact Us

Explore Kansas

School’s Out For

sunflower summer!

attractions

Put 220+ Places in Your Pocket

search by category

Be Home Free

in your home state

Kansas Families:

Get Started in 3 Easy Steps

Step 01:

Download the Sunflower Summer apP

Step 02:

Create an account

Step 03:

Visit Kansas attractions this summer for free

search by location

Your questions

answered

Once that final school bell rings, the real fun begins.

Plan your next summer adventure now!

Contact Us

Explore Kansas

Once that final school bell rings,
the real fun begins.