$5 Movies at OldTown Theater Grille on Wednesdays
Can you believe it? On Wednesdays, see new release for only $5. That special excludes seating in the Director’s Suite and 3D movies, but you can get 3D movie tickets there for only $8 on Wednesdays. For tickets and showtimes, see MovieTickets.com (USA), the official online retailer for Warren Theaters. There’s a free parking […]
Kindle or No Kindle — Cheap e-Reading
I would like one of these but it’s not on my “need” or even my “splurge” list just yet. (BTW, that’s an affiliate link. If you use it to buy something at Amazon, I might get a small commission. Which I might save up and use to buy a Kindle. Anyway…) But there’s another way […]
Entrepreneurship Training Anyone Can Afford
The WSU Center for Entrepreneurship is wrapping up its spring 2010 series* with a seminar on Elevating Your Social Media Savvy. The seminar is very hands-on, with each participant sitting in front of a computer and actually doing and seeing firsthand how to use social media to build business. The instructor will be Lou Heldman, […]
Star Wars: In Concert Ticket Special
There are a limited number of seats left for Star Wars: In Concert at INTRUST Bank Arena this Saturday, and they’re all good. But here’s something that make them even better: They’re on sale! Buy three tickets at ANY price level and get one free. If my math is right, that means if you purchase […]
I Bike Douglas, Free Event for National Bike Month
The Douglas Design District, Wichita Downtown Development Corporation, and the Delano District are launching the “I Bike Douglas” movement with a day of activities and bike-related fun on Saturday, May 22, 2010. These events coincide with National Bike Month and Bike To Work week. (See the previous post for even more activities.) Here’s a brief […]
Wheelin’ Deals in Wichita for National Bike Month
May is National Bike Month and apparently it has been since 1956, according to Kansas Cyclist. More specifically, May 17-22, 2010 is Bike to Work Week., and Friday, May 21st is Bike to Work Day. Various organizations and businesses in Wichita will be sponsoring special free activities around town for cyclists. (You need to actually […]
Get Rid of Your Stuff at the Largest Yard Sale in Kansas
Need to clean out your closets to make room for all your new bargains? Consider renting space at the Largest Yard Sale in Kansas, which will be held in the parking lot of Maize South High School on Saturday, May 22nd. If you register before May 16th, you’ll get the early-bird discount of $20. The […]
Summer Activities at Wichita Art Museum
The Wichita Art Museum has plenty of ways to keep kids busy and learning this summer. Free summer activities at the Wichita Art Museum include WAM Kids Workshops twice a month for kids ages 6-15,Art Start several times per week for preschoolers ages 3-5, and Family Artventures one Saturday each month for all ages. Some […]
Opera on the Lake
I LOVE Bradley Fair’s summer jazz concert series. Spread out a blanket and let the kids watch the ducks while the grown-ups chat and live jazz music floats across the lake to become the perfect background music. (Some of my friends actually like to listen to the jazz; I like to take pictures and chat […]
Free Admission Saturday to Society of Decorative Painters International Expo
The Society of Decorative Painters 2010 Annual International Conference & Expo will be held from May 18 – 22, 2010 at Century II Expo Hall. The expo is open to the public; regular admission is $10 (but you can find a $2 off coupon at decorativepainters.org). Admission is free on Saturday, May 22nd. Between 9 […]
The First Groupon Deal: Mead’s Corner
They are so, so smart at Groupon to make this the inaugural deal: $5 for $15 worth of Fair-Trade Barista Beverages and Cafe’ Fare at Mead’s Corner. Mead’s Corner has great coffee. It’s got a great atmosphere. And it’s already an inexpensive place to hang out and enjoy live music, comedy, and other performances. This […]
Get a Free Sample of Burt’s Bees Toothpaste
While supplies last, you can get a free sample of Burt’s Bees natural toothpaste. Choose to receive either the Multicare with Flouride or a coupon for $1 off any Burt’s Bees toothpaste. It contains no artificial colors, flavors, preservatives, or sweeteners. You have to fill out form to get your trial size tube. By requesting […]
(Not Exactly) Fencing Lessons
Learn how to get the deck of your dreams from this free seminar. At Star Lumber’s “Pizza with the Pros” the expert advice is free and so is the pizza. Need a fence? Join the pros at Star Lumber for a free seminar (and free pizza!) about building fences. You’ll learn what you need to […]
Free MP3 Downloads from Amazon.com
Here’s a cheap way to add variety to your playlist. Get free MP3 downloads at Amazon, no strings attached. Amazon.com Widgets
Congratulations to the winner of Star Wars in Concert Tickets
First let me say that all of the entries were so much fun to read. Wichita on the Cheap fans are hands-down the most fun people in town, don’t you agree? But in the end, one must be chosen. Since I’m no Jedi, and certainly don’t have the wisdom to declare one entry more worthy […]
Family 4-pack Discounts for Star Wars in Concert
With every giveaway, I look for something for those who didn’t win, to try (perhaps in vain) to make it all better. They aren’t as good as free, but you can get a discount on the Family 4-pack of tickets to Stars Wars in Concert. And, shhh! -don’t tell anyone I suggested this, but you […]
Moms Get in Free at Lake Afton Observatory this Weekend
Moms and grandmas get in free to Lake Afton Public Observatory Friday and Saturday when accompanied by a paying child. (See regular admission prices below.) Celebrate Mother’s Day a little bit early. Bring her to Lake Afton Public Observatory tonight and mom (grandma too!) will get free admission when accompanied by a paying child. (See […]
Moms Are Free at Sedgwick County Zoo
Related: The big BIG list of Mothers Day specials in Wichita And they also get free admission on Mother’s Day, May 9, 2010, when they’re accompanied by a paying child! 😀 For more information, visit the Sedgwick County Zoo calendar. Sedgwick County Zoo 5555 Zoo Blvd. 316-266-8386 Mother’s Day hours: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 […]
Here it is! Win Two Tickets to See Star Wars in Concert at INTRUST Bank Arena
Star Wars in Concert is coming to INTRUST Bank Arena on May 22, 2010. I know you would love to win tickets to the show, right? That’s great because Wichita on the Cheap is giving away 2 tickets a family 4-pack of tickets to the 6:30 p.m. show in a random drawing to an email […]
Got Milk? Get Tyler Florence.
Look for the 2010 Milk Mustache Mobile Tour at Riverfest on Saturday so Mom can get a chance to win a family dinner with celebrity chef Tyler Florence. You can also get your picture taken with your own celebrity-inspired milk mustache and participate in other fun and educational activities. For more information, visit WhyMilk.com
Free Admission Heartland National Barrel Horse Racing
This is a big west weekend in Wichita with bull riders and barrel racers. The National Barrel Horse Association is holding the Heartland Nationals Barrel Racing competition at the Kansas Coliseum on Saturday and Sunday. Admission is free. The fun begins at 9 a.m. on both days. With a little careful scheduling, you could get […]
Free 10-minute golf lesson with a PGA pro
…in the month of May, for PGA Free Lesson Month! Wichita has several pros participating this year. For more great golf-related activities and information, visit Play Golf America Thanks to Tania of Taos on the Cheap.
Special Message from Yoda: Win Tickets You Can
Tomorrow the giveaway is. Prepare you must. To a subscriber of email will the tickets go.
Old Town Farmer’s Market
The Old Town Farmers Market is held Saturday mornings during spring, summer, and fall. You’ll find fresh locally grown produce, handmade and local goods, live entertainment, and activities for the kids. This is a really great way to spend a Saturday morning in the heart of Wichita. Admission is always free. The market is open from […]
Cheap Seats at PBR in Wichita
Friday night it’s time to put on your cowboy hats (or headgear of choice) and go see the Professional Bull Riders Association Invitational at INTRUST Bank Arena. Get group discounts for the pricier tickets–$4 off EACH ticket priced regularly at $82, $62 or $42–when you purchase 10 or more, or get a bird’s eye view […]