The Wichita Explore Card – Save $2 on admission to many Wichita area attractions
One of our favorite Wichita “coupons” is back again this year! Get a discount on admission to several great Wichita-area attractions with the FREE Wichita Explore Card. If you plan to visit any Wichita museums or attractions where you don’t have a membership, take advantage of the Visit Wichita (Wichita Convention and Visitors Bureau) Explore […]
Tips for Saving with Back to School Sales
It’s back-to-school season again! Here are my best tips for saving money on school supplies. Over the years, I’ve been interviewed by local and national media on this topic, and these are the same tips I give them. They haven’t changed much! You have an opportunity to save big and still get your kids all […]
Blue Star Museums: Free Admission for Military Members and Their Families
This year, the Blue Star Museums program opened on Armed Forces Day (it often starts on Memorial Day) and continues to Labor Day. The Blue Star Museums program offers FREE admission to more than 2,000 museums across America for active-duty military personnel and their families. The free admission program is available for those currently serving […]
FREE Swimming Days at Wichita Pools
I remember when I first heard about Wichita’s FREE swimming days! They have them for each of the city’s pools throughout the summer. Can you believe that? Also, this year you can Swim for Free every other Saturday at McAfee Pool. Also see: Where to Swim in Wichita 2026 Pool Season is: May 25 – […]
Dominos Deal: Any Toppings for $9.99
If pizza night is on the menu, Domino’s “Best Deal Ever” promotion is hard to beat. For a limited time, Domino’s is offering any pizza for just $9.99 each. The best part? You get to customize it exactly the way you want. Choose your favorite crust, select any size, and load it up with up […]
Free Ice Cream Social & Birthday Celebration at the Wichita Historical Museum
Can you think of anything better to do when the weather is so warm than getting together with friends and neighbors for an old-fashioned ice cream social? Our grandparents really knew what they were doing when they invented this kind of gathering! And this summer, it comes with a birthday cake too! Visit the museum that […]
Wichita Summer Movie Deals 2026
Take a break from the heat by taking in a movie. Below is a round-up of the most budget-friendly summer movies in or near Wichita. If you’re looking for inexpensive movie options year-round, click here for Wichita Movie Deals. This is the ultimate guide to budget-friendly summer movie programs in and around Wichita. From $1 […]
Kansas Aviation Museum Block Party
Gather up a big group of friends or relatives and squeeze everyone in the car! The Kansas Aviation Museum Block Party will be a summer day of Flight, Fun, and Family … and carload admission pricing! Sunday, June 28, 2026, our favorite art deco airport-turned-museum will host a family-friendly block party from 1-6 p.m. It […]
Best Arcades in Wichita, Kansas for Budget-Friendly Fun
Arcades in Wichita are a fun way to entertain the kids, hang out with friends, or just relive your glory days. There are lots of Arcades near you. Wichita’s arcade scene has really improved over the years. We now have many choices, from retro classics to full-blown entertainment centers, and many of them offer specials […]
Cici’s $5.99 Adult Buffet Pizza Deal: Monday & Tuesdays
Wow, what a deal! With a CiCi’s coupon, you can get yourself and up to three other adults a delicious deal on Monday or Tuesday nights through the end of the year! This is one of the many great Restaurant Deals in Wichita. The price at Cici’s Pizza is always good for the all-you-can-eat pizza, […]
Where to Fish in Wichita
Fishing is available at public lakes and parks throughout the Wichita metro area. Fishing can be a Fun Family Activity that lets everyone get outside in nice weather, requires minimal equipment, and is practically free (outside of the cost of a fishing license and worms). Plus, those Kansas sunsets over lakes and ponds are the […]
FREE Admission to America’s National Parks 2026
Here’s a big deal: The National Park Service offers five fee-free days in 2026. On these FREE days at U.S. National Parks, you’ll pay nothing to get in to more than 100 national parks across the country that normally charge a fee. During the fee-free days, the parks waive entrance fees, commercial tour fees, and […]
Citywide Neighborhood Garage Sales Wichita 2026
The most updated list! Here’s our list of 2026 Wichita-area citywide garage sales, which we update weekly (or more often, as necessary). This list is valid for spring, summer, and fall citywide sales surrounding Wichita. You’ll want to bookmark this page and return often, because we also add neighborhood garage sales, church and rummage sales, and […]
Fountains at WaterWalk
The Fountains at WaterWalk in Wichita are back and worth a visit in the evening. The Fountains at WaterWalk, often called the Waltzing Waters, have returned after a three-year absence and are once again lighting up with their choreographed water displays. If you haven’t visited WaterWalk lately, now is the perfect time. After being shut […]
Walk with Wildlife at the Great Plains Nature Center
This is an activity that could easily become an annual family tradition. Get up close and personal with wildlife at the annual Walk with Wildlife at the Great Plains Nature Center here in Wichita on Saturday, May 30, 2026. Experience nature up close! Wildlife experts and enthusiasts from around Kansas set up around Chisholm Creek […]
Memorial Day Weekend Wichita: Food, Fun, and Deals 2026
Memorial Weekend is the unofficial start of summer, and we’re ready to ring in the summer with you! This Memorial Day, let’s remember those who have served our country and the reason we celebrate in the first place. Let’s remember those who have given their lives in service to our country as we celebrate the […]
State Park Passport: Save on Kansas State Parks
The Kansas State Park Passport might be one of the best Outdoor Deals in Kansas. If you renew your vehicle tags in Kansas, there is a good chance you have seen the option to add the Kansas State Park Passport. If you have ever skipped past it, you might want to reconsider because it is […]
Moms Get in Free at Sedgwick County Zoo on Mother’s Day
Moms get free admission to the Sedgwick County Zoo when accompanied by a paying child on Mother’s Day.
Wheat State Falcons Annual Car Show
The Wheat State Falcons Car Club will host its annual show this year. This fun, free event is open to all ages. Classic cars will be on display, live music will be played, family-friendly activities will be held, raffles will be held, and awards will be presented. The proceeds from the show will benefit the […]
Cinco de Mayo at the Sedgwick County Zoo
Although regular admission fees apply, the Cinco de Mayo Celebration at the Sedgwick County Zoo on May 3, 2026 promises to offer a little extra bang for your buck. If you’re a Zoo member, you get in free as usual! Just remember to show your membership card and photo ID. Join the festivities on Sunday, […]
Downtown Cleanup Day in Wichita
They say that “Downtown is everyone’s neighborhood,” and I believe it. Downtown Cleanup Day is a great opportunity to get involved in your neighborhood, get outside with friends and neighbors, and do some good for your community by spending time, not money. Plus, you usually get a free t-shirt and a free lunch. It’s April, […]
Wichita Blues Crawl in Old Town
Get ready for the Wichita Blues Crawl, which will take place at five different venues in Wichita Old Town. It’s a great time with great music, and you won’t want to miss it. What’s the Blues Crawl? It’s a fundraiser for the Wichita Blues Society, an organization of blues fans dedicated to keeping the blues […]
Wichita Jazz Festival 2026
The Wichita Jazz Festival offers a week’s worth of world-class jazz events. It’s one of the longest-running jazz festivals in the country, and it happens right here in Wichita, Kansas! The Wichita Jazz Festival will be held on April 22 – 25, 2026, and will feature live musical performances and jazz-related events at venues around […]
Kansas Aviation Museum Birthday
This Sunday, Kansas Aviation Museum is celebrating its birthday with FREE admission! On Sunday, April 19, 2026, the museum will celebrate 35 years of preserving the heritage of aviation in our city and state. This is a great opportunity to visit, see the building, see all the planes, hear the stories and learn the history […]
Midwest Bicycle Swap
Is it time to get that bike out of the garage? Or maybe buy a new-to-you bicycle? Or maybe you just need a cool bell or basket for your bike! Buy, sell, or browse bikes and bicycle parts at the annual Midwest Bicycle Swap on April 19, 2026. They’ll have all types of bicycles, parts, bicycle-related […]