Wichita on the Cheap

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Free Downtown Friday Film Series

First Church Wichita is partnering with local arts organizations to bring you a summer film series during the month of August. FREE movies on a Friday night might make a good (and very inexpensive) date night or free activity for teens and their families. Forum Theatre Company, Tallgrass Film Festival, and Harvester Arts are all […]

Light & Shadow opening party at the Wichita Art Museum

Exhibit opening event for adults in Wichita at the Wichita Art Museum

The Wichita Art Museum is hosting an opening party for its newest exhibit, Light & Shadow. This could be a nice evening out with friends or even a wonderful date night idea. Glass artists Alyson Shotz and Kumi Yamashita will be on hand during the opening party, which will be held in the Farha Great […]

Hitchcock Film Series at the Crown Uptown

Hitchcock Film Series at the Crown Uptown Wichita KS - picture of Alfred Hitchcock holding clabberboard for Psycho film

Ooh, classic film fans are going to love this. The Crown Uptown Theatre in Wichita is celebrating the 120th birth date of Alfred Hitchcock, master of suspense and director of some of the coolest movies ever, by hosting a Hitchcock film series! The theatre recently installed a movie wall and they’re putting it to good […]

Local author day at the Wichita Public Library

Local authors meet friends, neighbors at the Wichita Public Library's local author day

Visit with local authors at the Wichita Public Library on Saturday afternoon, August 24. Wichita has a diverse array of authors in our midst! Many of them will be in attendance at the library’s Local Author Day with copies of their books available for sale, including children’s titles. This event showcases the talent in our […]

Free community block parties around Wichita

Neighbors having fun at a community block party

This is the season for neighborhood and community block parties in the Wichita area. We’ve found several events around town that are free and open to neighbors and friends. Some of these have a back-to-school theme, while others simply celebrate the end of summer or beginning of fall. Browse our list and find an event […]

Pet Adoption Expo at Towne West Mall

Friendly happy dog

The Wichita Animal Action League, Petco Foundation, and BOBs from SKECHERS will hosting the first-ever Pet Adoption Expo this weekend in Wichita. The event brings many different pet-rescue organizations together for a big event featuring 200+ animals available for adoption. It will turn Towne West Mall into an indoor mega-adoption event. Participating animal rescues include: […]

Free health screenings at Hunter Health Clinic

FREE Health Screening at Sams Club

Hunter Health Clinic at the Central Clinic location on North Grove Avenue in Wichita will hold free health screenings on Monday, July 29. Everyone is welcome, according the health clinic’s Facebook event page here. They’ll have the following free screenings: Dental Screenings Blood Pressure Checks Blood Sugar Screenings HIV Testing Behavioral Health Screenings Participants will […]

Teen Late Night Water Park Pool Party

FREE water park pool party for Wichita teens at North YMCA

Teens get in FREE to the water park at the North YMCA for a pool party on Saturday, July 27 from 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. Bring your current school ID and the waiver signed by parents to join in the fun. They’ll have FREE food from Funky Monkey Munchies FREE swimming (wear your suit!) And […]

Back to School event at Walmart: Full STEAM ahead

back to school event at walmart flyer

Walmart in northwest Wichita is holding a back-to-school shindig with a STEAM theme. On Saturday, July 27, 2019 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., head over to the New Market Square Walmart for a day of family-friendly activities. You can make your own tie-dye shirt, slime, or cereal necklace and make the most of the […]

Dive In Movies from Wichita Park and Recreation

Movies by the Pool Wichita Park and Recreation - inner tube floating in swimming pool

Whoop! Two of our favorite summer activities in one: summer movies and swimming! The Wichita Park and Recreation Department will be hosting three inexpensive dive-in movies this summer – and they aren’t just for kids! The movies will be shown at Wichita public swimming pools in the evenings. The price is only $3 for ages […]

Burger Fi BOGO $1 cheeseburgers

Burger Fi cheeseburger BOGO in Wichita

Burger Fi is celebrating its anniversary in Wichita with a BOGO deal on cheeseburgers. On Saturday, July 27, the Wichita BurgerFi is offering a buy one, get one for $1 BurgerFi Cheeseburgers. The BurgerFi Cheeseburger features double natural angus beef, topped with double American cheese, lettuce, tomato and BurgerFi sauce. Note, the offer can only […]

Cosmosphere celebrates 50th anniversary of the moon landing with special events

Kansas Cosmosphere events commemorating the 50th anniversary of the moon landing

The Kansas Cosmosphere will be celebrating the 50th anniversary of the moon landing with activities throughout the summer. They’ll have special events during Apollo 11 anniversary week from July 15-20. Many of these are either free or included with Cosmosphere admission. Below we’ve listed the events we learned about from the Cosmosphere’s email newsletter, but […]

Free & cheap Wichita date ideas

Ideas for date night wichita ks

Whether you’re single or married, going out on a date can be expensive – especially if you only think in terms of the traditional “dinner and a show” type date night. (Love is grand, but should it really cost a grand to spend some quality time with your sweetie?) What follows are Wichita date ideas that […]

Discount card available for Sedgwick County veterans

Veteran and military discount card for Sedgwick County residents

Sedgwick County has teamed up with the website VeteransBargains.com to offer a veterans and military discount card for Sedgwick County residents. The discount card will be available beginning Monday, July 8, 2019. What is the Sedgwick County Veterans Discount Card? Local businesses voluntarily offer veteran and military discounts that are listed on the VeteransBargains website. […]

Moon landing anniversary events at Lake Afton Public Observatory

The volunteers at Lake Afton Public Observatory invite you to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon landing with special activities and presentations every Friday and Saturday in the month of July. These are family-friendly and budget-friendly events. Admission to the observatory is $8 for adults, $4 for youth, or $20 for the […]

1/2 price tickets to Music Theatre of Wichita

Half price tickets to Music Theatre of Wichita 2 hours before the show!

Here’s possibly the best-kept secret of summer entertainment in Wichita. (This Deal is EXPIRED) If you missed the discounted season tickets to Music Theatre of Wichita that we shared in the spring, all is not lost. There’s still a way to see a great musical on the cheap! Music Theatre of Wichita’s 2019 season includes a […]

Kansas concert ticket discount for the 4th of July

the band, Kansas

What?? Another concert ticket discount, and this one is for one of the biggest, best bands EVER (And I’m not saying that just because it’s ours): Kansas! Here’s the deal from an email I just got from Hartman Arena. I don’t know if this discount has been advertised anywhere else yet, but check on their […]

$4 Clubs at McAlister’s Deli on the 4th of July

$4 clubs at McAlisters Deli 4th of July

McAlister’s is celebrating the Independence Day with a deal on Club Sandwiches. On the 4th of July, stop in at participating McAlister’s locations for their famous Club Sandwich and your choice of side for only $4. The McAlister’s Club is stacked 13 layers high with smoked turkey, black forest ham, bacon, sharp cheddar, swiss cheese, […]

Tanganyika Independence Day deal: 1/4 off admission

25% off admission at Tanganyika Wildlife Park on the 4th of July

If you don’t already have a membership, here’s a rare opportunity to get a discount on admission to Tanganyika Wildlife Park in Goddard! On July 4, Tanganyika is celebrating Independence Day with 1/4 off the regular admission price. Since adult admission is $19.99, that’s just a penny under $5 off! Tanganyika is a wonderful park […]

Walk with the Wichita Mayor: Walk-a-Longwell

Walk with Wichita Mayor Jeff Longwell at monthly walks. Walk-a-Longwell

Take a walk with the mayor and get some exercise while you share ideas about Wichita! Our mayor, Jeff Longwell, is promoting exercise and a healthy lifestyle through an initiative called “Walk-A-Longwell.” The one-hour monthly walk is not only a way for Mayor Longwell to encourage health and fitness in our community, it’s also a […]

Arby’s $5 Meal Deal

Arby’s has the meats…and savings! Although the $5 meal deal seems to be in the archives, Arby does have a month of free sandwiches promotion happening now. Read more about it in our Tax Day Freebies and Deals post… If you love Arby’s, you’ll love the meaty savings from its latest promo. For a limited time, […]

Krispy Kreme will give you a FREE filled doughnut June 22

Krispy Kreme doughnut deals

Bargain hunters with a sweet tooth can get their “fill” at Krispy Kreme…literally. It’s round. It’s glazed. And, for the first time in the U.S., it’s filled. Krispy Kreme just introduced its Original Filled Doughnuts, in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the moon landing. And they’re bringing everyone’s attention to it with a free doughnut […]

Good deal for Pizza Hut: Large 2-topping for $5.99

Large 2-topping pizzas from Pizza Hut for $5.99 each

Pizza Hut is running a special on large 2-topping pizzas through the weekend. It’s a good deal no matter how you slice it (or top it)! Order online and choose carryout to get the deal. You should see the ad for it at the top of the Pizza Hut website. The deal ends Sunday, 6/23/2019. […]

Free handbell concert with Twin Cities Bronze

Distinctive Handbell Ensemble Performs At Aldersgate UMC The Twin Cities Bronze handbell ensemble will present a concert they’ve titled, “Perfect Pairings,” on Thursday, July 11 at 7:30 p.m., at Aldersgate United Methodist Church. Twin Cities Bronze is distinctive among handbell ensembles for performing without a conductor. The ensemble is also known for their energetic and […]

Chisolm Trail Saddle Club Rodeo in Clearwater

Clearwater rodeo sign at Chisholm Trail Saddle Club

The Clearwater rodeo will be a fun for the whole family on two nights this summer. The rodeo starts at 8:30 p.m. on August 9 and 10, 2019. They’ll have concessions, bull riding, and a great time to spend with the family and get out to do something interesting. Tickets are $10 for adults and […]