Wichita on the Cheap

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Arby’s offers family-friendly deal with Kids Meal for just $1

arby's kids meal offer

Every parent knows that feeding the family can get expensive, even if it’s at a fast-food restaurant. That’s why this budget-friendly offer from Arby’s should be on the menu for all frugal families. When you have a family, kids’ meal deals are a big help! The fast-food chain is known for its roast beef sandwiches, but they […]

Firehouse Subs: Donate bottled water and get free sub Aug. 7

Free firehouse sub if you donate a case of bottled water

Sound the deal alarm! Thanks to Firehouse Subs, you can help a good cause and enjoy a delicious deal in return. Firemen can always use more water. However, in this case, it’s not to put out a fire, but to help those in need.   On Aug. 7, the popular sub shop is collecting unopened cases […]

Final Friday in College Hill Belly Dance with Hazan

A ticketed multicultural dance, magic and music show will be held at The White Building, 3219  E. Douglas in Wichita. Proceeds will go to continued renovations of the 111 year old building.  After the show, stay for free fire dancing by Flow Foundry and the Pan ICT Steel Drum Band outdoors. You’ll also see Live […]

Expired: Free car wash with food bank donation (7/24)

Tommy’s Express Car Wash at 13th Street and Tyler Road in west Wichita announced on Facebook that on Saturday, July 24 from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., you can get a free WORKS car wash  if you bring non-perishable food items for the Kansas Food Bank.    That’s all I know! 🙂 Here is the […]

Wendy’s offers buy-one-get-one for $1 special on menu favorites

Wendy's Dave's Single burger

Wendy’s is serving a hot deal for hungry bargain hunters. From July 12 to Sept. 5, customers can enjoy a second menu item for just another buck.    Buy one menu item and get a second one (of equal or lesser value) for just $1 more at participating locations. Even hotter, you can mix-and-match from the select menu […]

This is Love Documentary Screening

On Sunday, July 25, 2021 we’ll all have the opportunity to see a screening of This is Love – a feature music documentary that follows Wichita soul singer Rudy Love through his experiences over decades of struggling in the music industry.  Included at the event will be special performances by Rudy Love Jr. and DJ […]

Kitchen tools donation drive

Free cooking classes wichita ks

Do you have some gently used or new kitchen tools you would like to donate to those in need? K-State Research and Extension has begun a community donation initiative called Kitchen Restore that will provide essential tools for making healthy meals to families and individuals transitioning out of homelessness. The Kitchen Restore donation drive will be […]

Free school supplies from Ibotta

ibotta school supplies giveaway

Back-to-school time is around the corner and that means one thing for lots of families: Getting ready for the new school year. It’s time to start shopping for school supplies. And, of course, parents want to find the best deals on pencils, paper, notebooks and more. Well, thanks to Ibotta, families can get some of […]

Live music and food trucks on Thursdays at Exploration Place

Fun! Food! Keeper of the Plains. Cheap admission price! What more could we ask for? It’s like the ultimate Wichita experience. This summer, Exploration Place will host Food Truck Thursdays in the evenings outside the museum. Admission to the food trucks and live music is FREE, and they’ll have discounted Exploration Place admission. Museum admission will […]

National French Fry Day deals Wichita 2021

close-ups of french fries and ketchup

Get your favorite dipping sauce ready for National French Fry Day in Wichita on July 13. Whether it’s ketchup, mustard, mayo or ranch dressing, everyone has their own ritual for enjoying the popular potato-based side dish.  Then, there’s the variety of fries available for dipping: crinkle-cut, curly, waffle, steak, shoestring —the list goes on and […]

Keriel Dairy Barn Sale

Keriel Dairy Barn Sale flier, Fall 2021

Everything we love – a country drive, vintage and handmade items for sale, amazing cupcakes, and FREE admission – is what you’ll find at the Keriel Dairy Barn Sale in Whitewater, Kansas.   Something new to note: While admission to the Keriel Dairy Barn Sale is still FREE, they now have a $5 per car […]

Get Fit Wichita: Free Yoga in the Park

Get Fit Wichita FREE Yoga in the Park class

  FREE yoga event! Enjoy yoga in the great outdoors courtesy of Wichita Park & Recreation. The free outdoor yoga class is being provided as part of Get Fit Wichita, a campaign to promote living a healthy, active life in the city. You can bring a towel or mat and stretch, breath, and relax in […]

Free produce for families in Wichita

free box of produce through the hwcw and partners for a healthier america

Wichita is one of 22 cities around the country chosen to take part in “Good Food for All”, a 12-week produce distribution for low-income families sponsored by Partnership for a Healthier America. Beginning this month, you can register in advance to receive a box of free produce for your family of three or more every […]

Wichita Art Museum’s Summer Birthday Bash

Scooping ice cream at the Wichita Art Museum's Summer Birthday Bash

The Wichita Art Museum turns a year older this year and it will celebrating its birthday again on July 10, 2021! WAM’s Summer Birthday Bash is back on and will be held outside, so pack a picnic, bring a blanket or lawn chair, and enjoy the festivities. Some may remember this event for the free […]

$5 off at Panera Bread

Panera Bread is offering some healthy savings on its soups, salads and sandwiches. For many bargain hunters, the chain is known for being a little more expensive than other fast-casual eateries. That’s why, when they offer any discount, it’s a big deal — especially for those looking to save money at places other than fast-food […]

Splash Aqua Park ICT

Wichita Aqua Park - Splash Aqua Park inflatable obstacle course on the lake

You’ve probably heard of the brand new Splash Aqua Park that opened last summer in Wichita, Kansas. It’s a totally new summer entertainment option for our city, and should help keep the kids busy all summer long. The new water park in Wichita plans to be open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.  every day […]

Botanica Children’s Garden 10th anniversary celebration (FREE!)

entrance to botanica children's garden closely cropped

The Downing Children’s Garden at Botanica was a pretty exciting addition when it first opened, and it remains one of my favorite areas in the gardens. It’s so much fun and so colorful.  I can hardly believe it’s already been there for 10 years! (I still sometimes refer to it as the “new” children’s garden […]

First Friday at Gallery Alley

Gallery Alley in Downtown Wichita

Gallery Alley is an outdoor entertainment public space in downtown Wichita that celebrated its grand opening in 2017. In the spirit of the now-gone Wichita Popup Park, the once underutilized space has taken on new life as a place Wichitans and visitors can enjoy local art, entertainment, and socializing. This is yet another piece of […]

Free admission to Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum during your lunch break

Clocktower building downtown

Do you work downtown or nearby? There’s a beautiful spot to have your lunch and you can get free admission to the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum after you’ve finished eating.  Heritage Square is a picturesque and shade-dappled area directly behind the museum on the corner of Main Street and William in downtown Wichita.  From now […]

Events at Augustino Brewing Company

Augustino Brewing Company offers beer tasting classes for a limited time!

Have you been to Augustino Brewing Company yet? This local neighborhood craft brewery is in west Wichita at 756 N. Tyler Road. It’s a nice place to stop in for a drink and gather with friends. Augustino’s often hosts fun events, including live music, Shocker watch parties, and tasting tours. They also have some weekly […]

Free outdoor performances from Metropolitan Ballet

Metropolitan Ballet of Wichita will host three FREE outdoor ballet performances of Alice in Wonderland one weekend in June this year.  “Join Alice for her adventures in wonderland as she meets the White Rabbit, Mad Hatter, and even the Queen of Hearts! Enjoy this free performance in the great outdoors with the whole family. Bring […]

Riverfest downtown Slow Roll + Stroll

Bike Walk Wichita has a fun activity planned for Sunday afternoon for cyclists and walkers.  They’re meeting at A Price Woodard Park (near Douglas and Waco) at 4 p.m. for a Slow Roll & Stroll designed for all ages and abilities. You can ride your bike or walk, whichever you choose. The ride/walk should be […]

FREE Children’s Theatre performance of Little Red Riding Hood

promo graphic for Wichita Children's Theatre performance of Little Red Riding Hood

Capitol Federal Amphitheater is the place to be this Saturday morning if you have kiddos! Wichita Children’s Theatre will be performing Little Red Riding Hood and admission is FREE. Bring your blankets or lawn chairs Saturday morning at 10 a.m. to enjoy this classic tale performed live. You’ll have plenty of room to spread out, […]

FREE: O.K. Kids Day at Great Plains Nature Center

Great Plains Nature Center in Wichita KS

O.K. Kids Day at the Great Plains Nature Center will be a FREE event on June 5 for kids of all ages. This year’s OK Kids Day (2021) will be super fun. This is also FREE fishing weekend, so you can enjoy some fishing in the ponds as well.  From 10 am. – 1 pm. […]

Free admission to Exploration Place this weekend if you vaccinate there too

Exploration Place has an announcement on its Facebook page about a unique deal – one that could only come in 2021. Here’s what it says: That’s FREE admission to Exploration Place if you show up there this weekend to get dose 1 of the vaccine. You do need to register for it first. If you […]