Free patriotic concert at new Andover amphitheater
The planned uses for the new amphitheater in Andover Central Park included not only putting on great summer concerts, but also providing a place for terrific community productions too. So far, they have scheduled four ticketed summer concerts (all free or low-cost), a Ballet in the Park performance, and now they have yet another free […]
After-work events at Aloft Wichita
Aloft Wichita is a new hotel in northeast Wichita for and is host to several fun social events after work for the over-21 crowd. The events at Aloft are open to the public and there’s no cover. They often have live music, games, a cash bar, and food available for purchase. Most after-work events start […]
99-cent mozzarella sticks at Sonic Thursday, June 7
Stop in for a snack at Sonic on Thursday, June 7 when they’ll have 4-piece mozzarella sticks on sale for just 99 cents ALL DAY. As always with deals like this it’s best to ask about the special before you order. It’s a national deal, but not all locations participate every time. See what else […]
FREE nostalgic movie screenings at the Advanced Learning Library
The BRAND NEW Advanced Learning Library in Wichita opens on June 16, and I am really excited to see it. And they’ve already got some free movie days scheduled for this summer! The new library is in Delano, at the corner of McLean and 2nd Street. The actual address is 711 W. 2nd Street. Join […]
Goddard Library Family Movie Days
Enjoy a free Family Movie Day at the public library in Goddard, Kansas this summer! The Goddard Public Library has a full schedule of fun kids’ and family activities (including some really cool ones for teens, so check them out). Among their summer events, they have several Family Movie Days! These are great classic musical […]
Children’s concerts at area libraries this week
Wichita on the Cheap reader Kate shared these events with us on our Facebook page. Her friend Will Parker from San Antonio, Texas, will be in the Wichita area performing high-energy, fun songs from his new Animal Maniac CD. Kate says Will’s music is for kids ages 0-100! He’ll be performing this week at the […]
Free walking tacos at Twister City Harley-Davidson
They’re going to “taco bout” bikes on Saturday, June 30 at Wichita’s Twister City Harley Davidson store. And while they’re doing it, you’ll be eating free tacos. If you like Tacos, you’ll love Tuesdays in Wichita. Make Twister City H-D your lunch destination on Saturday June 30th! We’ll have FREE walking tacos and refreshing beverages. […]
Summer Concert at Chapel Hill UMC: Deloris & the Pickin’-Fretter
Chapel Hill United Methodist Church will host a free summer concert of alternative folk rock on Saturday, June 9, 2018. This will be an evening of family friendly music with Deloris and the Pickin’-Fretter, aka Jenny Stover-Brown and Jeffrey Faus, a multi-instrumental duo trading licks on mandolin, guitar and accordian. Admission is free but donations […]
Free orchestra concert from Vance Music
Students and staff of Vance Music will host a free Orchestra Day performance at Mt. Vernon Church this month. The concert is open to the public and will include both classical and pop music conducted by Dr. Mark Laycock. This is a family-friendly event and free, although donations will be accepted to help offset expenses. […]
Free monthly LEGO Club at the Haysville Library
The Haysville Community Library offers a free, once-per-month LEGO club for all ages. During LEGO Club, kids get together in the Young Adult area on the main level of the library to build to their hearts’ content. The library even has a display area where their masterpieces will be on view until the next event. […]
Local coffee shops in Wichita you’ll love as much as we do
Nothing inspires conversation like having a cup of coffee with someone in a comfortable, unhurried environment. And very little inspires more enthusiastic conversation than asking a Wichitan about his or her favorite local coffee place. Find out what our readers say are the best coffee shops in Wichita! I asked this question recently on Facebook: […]
Whitewater Library summer concert
The Whitewater Library is hosting a free summer concert and cookout on Monday evening, June 4. Musical performances will be provided by the Haymakers (featuring Barry “Bones” Patton – see the video below), guitarist and vocalist Kyle Thiessen, bagpipes player Ryan Evans, and rappers Corbin Hutchinson and David Fasnacht. (Watch the video below, where Sierra […]
Blues Concert, BBQ dinner, and Kansas African-American History Trail kickoff
The Kansas African-American Museum is hosting a fantastic blues concert and BBQ dinner this summer on June 30. The event will also serve as a kickoff to the museum’s project, the Kansas African-American History Trail, which highlights numerous places of historical importance throughout the state. The Bring it on Home Blues concert will be held […]
Wichita Force vs. Salina Liberty indoor football
Wichita’s home team, the Wichita Force, will be facing the Salina Liberty in the next game at INTRUST Bank Arena on June 2. Doors open at 4 p.m. and kickoff is at 5:05. June 2 is military night and Wichita night! Get tickets for just $5 with your military ID or with a […]
FREE Downtown Living Open House and Tour
Have you ever wanted to peek inside the lofts and apartments being developed in downtown Wichita? Well, here’s your opportunity! Downtown Wichita is throwing open its doors and inviting you to see the living spaces in one of Wichita’s coolest neighborhoods. The Downtown Living Tour is open to the public and FREE on Saturday, June […]
Free community event on the Arkansas River: Activate the Ark
Participants of a Wichita Community Foundation project will host a free public event on the west bank of the Arkansas River this summer. Activate the Ark is designed to showcase the possible community uses of the river in Wichita by transforming it into an active, vibrant public space for the day. At the event, they’ll […]
Say YES! to free summer activities for young people
Note: We’re still waiting to see if this program will be brought back for 2020. Okay, hold on to your hats because this is awesome for Wichita kids. Related: A Kid’s Guide to Summeron the Cheap in Wichita For a second year, several City of Wichita departments have collaborated to offer access to a summer […]
Andy’s Frozen Custard Summer Kickoff: $1 sundae
Woo-hoo, it’s here again! Celebrate the end of the school year with Andy’s Frozen Custard summer kickoff special: $1 one-topping regular sundaes on May 25, 2018. Come join us on Friday, May 25th for $1, one-topping regular size sundaes* What: Summer Kick-Off: Wichita, KS When: Friday, May 25th Where: Andy’s Frozen Custard – 10788 West […]
Free enrollment in meal prep cooking class with purchase of Prep Ahead Breakfasts and Lunches cookbook
I recently received a free review copy of Alea Milham’s Prep Ahead Breakfasts and Lunches (because those are my most challenging meals, guys!) and I just discovered that if you pre-order the cookbook before May 14, you can get FREE enrollment in Alea’s online Meal Prep Cooking Class. https://prepaheadmeals.com/158/learn-how-to-meal-prep-in-an-online-cooking-class/ The recipes look fantastic – and […]
FREE: Movies in the Park
Here’s an incredible deal. Gather the family along with blankets and lawn chairs for a FREE movie in the park! O.J. Watson Park will be screening The Incredibles under the stars on May 12. You can show up as early as 8:30 p.m. The movie starts at 9 p.m. and concessions will be available for purchase […]
Free Friday Downloads at Dillons
Stop by the Dillons website (or use the free coupon app) every Friday to download a digital coupon for a FREE item every week! Here’s how it works: Visit this page on Fridays Download the digital coupon for the free product Redeem the coupon at Dillons within 2 weeks (you don’t have to get it […]
Free concert: Not Your Parents Fest with Kill Vargas
Kill Vargas, a local Wichita band about to launch its west coast tour, is having a show at Abode Venue this Memorial weekend on Friday, May 25, 2018 starting at 6 p.m. Not Your Parents Fest, a free show open to all ages, will include a five-band lineup of local talent: Kill Vargas Tideway Bridegeist […]
Eddy’s car dealerships FREE Adopt-A-Pet Day
Wow, if this isn’t a good deal for everyone! Eddy’s car dealerships are hosting a big annual Adopt-A-Pet Day on May 15 and will cover all of the adoption costs for you to bring home a new pet. They’ll have animals at each of their locations throughout Wichita from various local animal shelters, including the […]
$20 tickets to Journey/Def Leppard concert at INTRUST Bank Arena
This is officially National Concert Week and here’s a great way to celebrate! Get $20 tickets to over 1500 Live Nation shows this week only, including one show in Wichita. $20 all-in tickets to over 1,500 Live Nation shows Once you get to that link, you’ll see the Journey/Def Leppard concert listed. You’ll click the […]
Sunflower Music Sessions in Riverside Park
Sunflower Sessions summer concert series will be back again for 2019 with some great local, regional, and national performers. The front-porch concert series will be held on Sunday afternoons at Riverside neighborhood home at the north end of Riverside Park. The concerts are a non-profit community effort, supporting local musicians and the Wichita Parks Foundation. […]